Now open for sale: The ultra-luxury cruise
line unveils voyages to the Mediterranean, Northern Europe, Alaska, Japan, and Canada and New England between March and
December 2026
SEATTLE,
Oct. 11,
2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Seabourn, the leader
in ultra-luxury voyages and expedition travel, has announced an
exciting program of immersive 2026 itineraries available on
Seabourn's ultra-luxury ocean fleet – Seabourn Ovation, Seabourn
Encore, Seabourn Quest and Seabourn Sojourn – which will
explore the Mediterranean, Northern
Europe, Alaska &
British Columbia, Japan, and Canada & New England between March and
December 2026. The new program will
feature more than 200 destinations in almost 40 countries on over
50 distinctive itineraries, including two unique voyages that will
feature a chance to view the total solar eclipse occurring on
August 12, 2026.
The new 2026 Seabourn voyages are now on sale,
with dates and full itinerary details available at
www.seabourn.com.
With itineraries ranging from seven to 21 days,
Seabourn will offer diverse experiences across multiple regions,
immersing guests in authentic cultures while visiting a mix of
renowned destinations and lesser-known, off-the-beaten-path ports.
Seabourn Quest and Seabourn Sojourn will sail the
Mediterranean from June to November
2026, covering destinations along the Mediterranean coast
from Barcelona to Istanbul. Seabourn Ovation will explore
the British Isles, Iceland, and
the Norwegian Fjords, and then cross the Atlantic to Canada & New England. For the first time,
Seabourn Encore will spend the entire summer in Alaska offering seven-day itineraries to
explore the Last Frontier, along with sailings in Japan during peak spring blossoms and fall
foliage periods. Seabourn Ovation will also offer two
additional Southern Caribbean
departures between Barbados and
St. Maarten in late March 2026.
"Our new 2026 voyages were thoughtfully, well
curated with our guests in mind, featuring a great combination of
Seabourn all-time favorites along with many new unique
experiences," said Natalya Leahy,
president of Seabourn. "With our private, yacht-like atmosphere, a
personalized array of guest services, and captivating itineraries
featuring boutique ports, there's no better place to explore the
world than on an ultra-luxury Seabourn ship. We invite our guests
to join us and experience the best ultra-luxury travel experience
at sea while exploring the world."
Itinerary highlights from the 2026 season
include:
Mediterranean
Guests can experience the private, yacht-like
atmosphere of Seabourn Quest and Seabourn Sojourn,
while exploring boutique ports and sun-washed shores throughout the
Mediterranean. The ships will visit 84 destinations across 15
countries, featuring overnight calls on select voyages to
St. Tropez, France; Taormina,
Italy; and La Joliette in
Marseille, France, offering a
gateway to the Provence region.
- Seabourn Sojourn will sail to 59 ports in 17
countries during a series of 10-day itineraries to the Western
Mediterranean between Barcelona,
Civitavecchia (Rome) and
Monte Carlo. On August 7, 2026, the ship's 10-Day Spanish Gems
& Solar Eclipse voyage will depart round-trip from Barcelona and offer a unique opportunity to
view the total solar eclipse occurring just before sunset on
August 12, 2026, from the waters of
the Balearic Sea.
- Seabourn Quest will visit 60 ports across 15
countries, including a maiden call to Ceuta, Spanish Morocco, and
sail on a series of seven-day voyages between Dubrovnik, Fusina
(Venice), Istanbul, and Athens, visiting beautiful small harbors and
islands in Croatia, Greece, Montenegro, and Turkey. Each of these voyages can be combined
to make 14- or 21-day voyages.
The 2026 program for each ship will be
quintessentially Seabourn, with complimentary signature events such
as a moving 'Evening at Ephesus' at Kuşadası, Turkey, a private concert in ancient ruins
under the stars; and 'Marina Day' with complimentary water sports,
weather dependent and at the captain's discretion. Select
itineraries will feature "Shopping with the Chef," inviting guests
to visit regional markets with Seabourn's onboard executive chef to
see how the freshest ingredients are chosen. This unique experience
is available in select destinations, such as Barcelona, Dubrovnik, Valletta, Corfu and more.
Images available HERE.
Northern
Europe – British Isles, Iceland & Norway
Guests can travel off the beaten paths of
Norway, Iceland, and the British Isles on board
Seabourn Ovation, which will visit more than 70 destinations
in 18 countries on voyages ranging from seven to 22 days. From
small colorful towns to the historic castles of Scotland to the stunning fjords of
Norway, this region offers a rich
tapestry of natural beauty and cultural heritage.
Seabourn Ovation will sail on two 14-day
departures through majestic fjords to the northernmost tip of
Europe, the North Cape, departing
May 16 and June 13, 2026. The June
13 departure coincides with Midsummer, celebrating the
summer solstice and offering the ideal opportunity to experience
the Midnight Sun. Rounding out Seabourn Ovation's
Northern Europe season are several
departures of its 14-day Jewels of the British Isles voyages from
Dover (London), which will include a combination of
top destinations such as Belfast
and Edinburgh with smaller gems
like Oban, Scotland and Fishguard,
Wales.
The award-winning ship will also sail a 14-day
West Ireland Gems & Solar Eclipse voyage, departing on
August 8, 2026, from Dover (London), England, to Reykjavik, Iceland. The ship will visit unique
ports in Western Ireland,
including Galway and Killybegs,
and position itself off the coast of Ireland in the Atlantic Ocean to view the
total solar eclipse on August 12,
2026. The voyage will also feature a special Seabourn
Conversations program with Jane A Green, Fellow of the Royal
Astronomical Society, to educate guests about the solar
eclipse.
Following the special eclipse voyage, Seabourn
Ovation will depart on August 22,
2026, for a 22-Day Fire & Ice Passage from Iceland to Greenland and Atlantic Canada, reaching New York City in time for the fall colors in
the northeast coast of North America.
Images available HERE.
Japan,
Asia & North Pacific
Crossings
Across the other side of the globe, Seabourn
Encore will visit 30 destinations across six countries on seven
itineraries between March and September
2026. Seabourn Encore will sail on her first season
through Japan at the height of
spring flowers and cherry blossom seasonal festivities, offering
three 14-day roundtrip voyages from Yokohama (Tokyo), featuring overnight stays in
Kobe, Maizuru, or Nagasaki. Starting in October 2026, three 12-day voyages between
Yokohama (Tokyo) and Osaka will highlight the vibrant autumn
foliage of both Japan and
South Korea. These itineraries
also include maiden calls to Sokcho in South Korea, and Beppu, Hososhima, and Toba in
Japan, along with exclusive
"Shopping with the Chef" experiences in select ports. Additionally,
Seabourn Encore will offer 18- and 21-day Pacific Passage voyages
between Japan and Alaska in April and September 2026.
Images available HERE.
Alaska &
British Columbia
Seabourn Encore will reach the
pristine waterways of the "Great Land" in summer 2026, marking its
maiden arrival to Alaska &
British Columbia. The 2026 Alaska
program features 27 departures ranging from seven to 15 days,
sailing from Vancouver or
Juneau, Alaska, between May and
September. These curated itineraries offer unique, smaller port
experiences that showcase wildlife, breathtaking scenery, and the
cultural traditions of the region. The ship will visit 17
destinations, including Sitka,
Wrangell, Klawock, the Inian Islands, Hubbard Glacier,
Glacier Bay National Park, and Misty Fjords National Monument in
Alaska, as well as Alert Bay and Prince
Rupert in British
Columbia.
For a deeper and richer experience, guests may
choose from a number of immersive experiences through Seabourn's
popular and unique Ventures by Seabourn program,
featuring optional guided kayak and Zodiac tours led by the line's
world-class expedition team. In addition, guests sailing on a
Seabourn Alaska voyage will receive a complimentary Helly Hansen
all-weather jacket. On board Seabourn Encore, guests can
expect the same intimate, small-ship experience, enhanced by
exclusive amenities such as verandas in every suite, access to The
Retreat—Seabourn's private sanctuary on deck 12—Seabourn's Sushi
restaurant, and outdoor seating at Solis, the line's newest
fine-dining restaurant.
Images available HERE.
Canada &
New England
After its Northern
Europe season, Seabourn Ovation will set sail for
Canada and New England, arriving
in time to enjoy the majestic fall foliage landscapes, as the
region transforms into a stunning world of crimson and gold. Guests
will explore charming cosmopolitan cities, colonial landmarks, and
picturesque villages in signature Seabourn style.
Seabourn Ovation will sail the St.
Lawrence River for the first time, offering five departures between
September and October 2026, featuring
charming coastal communities, quintessential Quebecois towns, and
overnight stays. These include three 12-day Canada & New England Fall Foliage cruises
between Montreal and New York, featuring two full days in
Quebec City and a stop in
Bar Harbor, Maine; a 12-day
Newfoundland & Gulf of
St. Lawrence cruise with an
overnight in St. John's,
Newfoundland; and a 13-day Atlantic Coast voyage from
Montreal to Miami, with an overnight in Boston, Massachusetts.
Images available HERE.
For more details about Seabourn's 2026
ultra-luxury itineraries, or to explore the worldwide selection of
Seabourn cruising options, call Seabourn at 1-800-929-9391, visit
www.seabourn.com or contact a professional travel advisor.
About Seabourn:
Seabourn represents the pinnacle of ultra-luxury ocean and
expedition travel and operates a suite of six modern ships. The
all-inclusive, boutique ships offer all-suite accommodations with
oceanfront views; award-winning dining; complimentary premium
spirits and fine wines available at all times; renowned service
provided by an industry-leading crew; a relaxed, sociable
atmosphere that makes guests feel at home; a pedigree in expedition
travel through the Ventures by Seabourn program and two new
ultra-luxury purpose-built expedition ships, including Seabourn
Venture that launched in 2022 and Seabourn Pursuit in 2023.
Seabourn takes travelers to every continent on the globe, visiting
more than 400 ports including marquee cities and lesser-known ports
and hideaways. Guests of Seabourn experience extraordinary
offerings and programs, including partnerships with leading
entertainers, dining, personal health and wellbeing, and engaging
speakers.
Seabourn is a brand of Carnival Corporation and
plc (NYSE/LSE: CCL and NYSE: CUK).
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