Seabourn Announces First-Ever ‘Pole to Pole: Grand Expedition’ Voyage for 2027 - Get updated on what's happening in tourism!

Departing August 17 and concluding November 19, 2027, this extraordinary journey spans over 20,500 nautical miles from the High Arctic to Antarctica, offering remote landings, rare wildlife encounters, and immersive expedition experiences – all delivered in Seabourn’s signature luxury style.

The voyage begins with an overnight in Reykjavik, Iceland, followed by a charter flight to Kangerlussuaq, Greenland, where guests embark the Seabourn Venture. Over 94 days, the ship will sail through 14 countries and territories, with 60 days dedicated to expedition activities. Highlights include six days in the Northwest Passage, three days on rarely visited Ellesmere Island in the Arctic Archipelago, five days in Antarctica, three days in South Georgia, and three in the Falkland Islands. Guests will also cross the Equator, the Tropic of Cancer, and the Tropic of Capricorn, exploring everything from icy polar wilderness to tropical coastlines. The journey ends in Ushuaia, Argentina, with a post-cruise charter flight to Buenos Aires.

Reservations for the Pole to Pole: Grand Expedition are now open to Seabourn past guests and will open to the general public on August 13, 2025.

“This is unlike anything we’ve ever offered – a once-in-a-lifetime journey for travelers dreaming of reaching the ends of the Earth in total comfort and style,” said Mark Tamis, President of Seabourn. “From polar bears in the High Arctic to penguins in Antarctica, this voyage offers a level of depth, discovery, and luxury only Seabourn can deliver.”

Expedition Highlights Include:

·         Remote landings and wildlife viewing: polar bears, whales, musk oxen, king penguins, seals, albatrosses, and more

·         Guided Zodiac tours, hikes, and nature walks

·         Fireside Chats, destination briefings, and expert-led enrichment programming

·         Signature Seabourn moments like the Polar Plunge and “Caviar on Ice”

·         Exclusive “Image Masters” photography workshops

Luxury Aboard the Seabourn Venture:

Purpose-built for polar and remote environments to PC6 Polar Class standards, Seabourn Venture offers 30,000 square feet of open deck space – perfect for watching wildlife or the Northern Lights. Every suite includes a private veranda, heated wardrobes, Swarovski® binoculars, a personal host and suite attendant, and access to world-class dining, premium spirits, and Starlink-powered enhanced Wi-Fi. The ship is also equipped with advanced technology like a 4K GSS Cineflex camera system for live imagery from miles away.

Additional Option: 82-Day Grand Expedition

For travelers seeking a slightly shorter itinerary, Seabourn offers an 82-day version of the Grand Expedition, departing August 29, 2027.

Exclusive Benefits for Grand Expedition Guests (94 or 82 days):

·         Up to $10,000 shipboard credit per suite

·         Two devices with upgraded Starlink Wi-Fi

·         Unlimited laundry service

·         Round-trip Business Class airfare

·         One dive in one of two custom-built submarines

·         Two guided kayak tours (one per hemisphere)

·         A bespoke commemorative Polar Parka

For more information or to book, visit www.seabourn.com, call 1-800-929-9391, or contact a professional travel advisor.

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