Departing on August 17 and concluding November 19 2027, the 94-day “Pole to Pole: Grand Expedition” will span 82° North to 66° South, covering more than 20,500 nautical miles.
Charting a course from the High Arctic to Antarctica, the cruise will offer a combination of remote landings, immersive expeditions, rare wildlife sightings and signature Seabourn luxury experiences.
The sailing will visit destinations across 14 countries and territories, including five days in Antarctica, three in South Georgia, three in the Falkland Islands and six days in the Northwest Passage.
Cruisers will also enjoy a new three-day experience to the remote Ellesmere Island in the Arctic Archipelago – led by an expert 23-person expedition team of scientists, scholars and naturalists.
Along the way, guests will gain insight into remote cultures, explore rarely visited environments alongside a world-class expedition team and enjoy enriching conversations on the science, history and ecology of each destination
Between the poles, guests will also explore tropical islands and vibrant coastal regions across the Caribbean and South America, experiencing the full spectrum of the planet’s geography.
Exclusive ‘Pole to Pole: Grand Expedition’ Benefits and Amenities
# Up to $10,000 Shipboard Credit per Suite
# Upgraded stream Wi-Fi packages, powered by Starlink (two devices)
# Unlimited laundry services
# Round-trip Business Class Air
# One submarine dive in one of the ship’s two custom-built submarines
# Two kayak tours, one per hemisphere
# A commemorative, custom Polar Parka designed exclusively for the Grand Expedition
“Our Pole to Pole: Grand Expedition is unlike anything we’ve ever offered and is a once-in-a-lifetime journey designed for travellers who dream of exploring the ends of the Earth in total comfort and luxury,” said Mark Tamis, president of Seabourn.
“From the High Arctic to Antarctica, guests will sail through some of the most remote and awe-inspiring places on Earth, all while enjoying the hallmarks of Seabourn’s luxury experience. It is an extraordinary voyage that only Seabourn can deliver.”
Expedition highlights include:
# Guided Zodiac tours, hikes and nature walks
# Engaging programming such as daily expedition recaps and briefings, fireside chats and destination-specific enrichment
# Signature Seabourn experiences, including the Polar Plunge and Caviar on Ice.
Reservations will open to the public on August 13. For added flexibility, Seabourn will also offer a shorter 82-day Grand Expedition option, from August 29 to November 19, 2027.
