Seabourn Charts 2027–2028 Voyages from Hidden-Gem Harbors to Pole-to-Pole Expedition
The new season pairs small-ship ocean cruising with immersive expeditions, maiden ports, and luxury-only experiences.
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Seabourn has opened sales for its 2027 summer ocean and 2027–2028 expedition seasons, revealing 111 departures across 72 unique itineraries to 369 destinations in 71 countries. The program spans all seven continents aboard Seabourn Encore, Seabourn Quest, Seabourn Ovation, Seabourn Venture, and Seabourn Pursuit, with headline offerings ranging from a new 94-day Pole-to-Pole: Grand Expedition to a 14-day solar eclipse sailing in the Mediterranean.
The collection offers opportunities to sell both marquee and under-the-radar ports, many paired with exclusive Seabourn Signature Events. In Alaska, Seabourn Encore will blend scenic mainstays like Glacier Bay with lesser-known Inside Passage communities, with expedition-style programming led by an onboard Expedition Team, an upsell for clients who want enrichment without committing to a full expedition voyage.
The expedition calendar, which runs March 2027 to April 2028, will see Seabourn Venture and Seabourn Pursuit operate 49 sailings to 189 destinations in 39 countries. Voyages in Antarctica will be timed to three seasonal windows—early (abundant sea ice and penguin courtship), mid-season (penguin chicks and migratory whales), and late (peak whale activity and snow-free landings)—giving advisors the ability to match clients with the wildlife and conditions they most want to experience.
Beyond the poles, the line is targeting high-yield niches with itineraries such as Kimberley expeditions led by Wunambal Gaambera traditional owners; South Pacific sailings with rare two-day Easter Island calls and cultural performances in Papua New Guinea and Vanuatu; and an 18-day Northwest Passage voyage visiting Inuit communities. The fleet’s submarines—unique in the ultra-luxury segment—enable underwater exploration of wrecks and reefs, offering an exclusive angle for repeat expedition cruisers.
Ocean voyages will focus on smaller ports in Europe, Japan, and North America. Seabourn Ovation’s 2027 Mediterranean program includes maiden calls at Volos, Greece, and Bari, Italy, plus a Marina Day from the ship’s retractable marina. In Northern Europe, Seabourn Quest’s Baltic and fjords itineraries will incorporate “Shopping with the Chef” excursions in select ports. Japan sailings in fall 2027 will feature overnights in Osaka, Kanazawa, or Hakodate, with access to 16 UNESCO sites.
Advisors can also leverage the diverse departure lengths—ranging from seven to 94 days—to suit everything from first-time luxury cruisers to seasoned expedition enthusiasts.
