Seabourn reveals first-ever pole to pole grand expedition voyage

Luxury line Seabourn unveiled its first-ever expedition Grand Voyage – a 94-day “Pole to Pole: Grand Expedition” on the purpose-built Seabourn Venture.

Departing on 17 August and concluding 19 November 2027, the voyage will span more than 20,500 nautical miles, from the High Arctic to Antarctica.

The 94-day voyage begins with an overnight stay in Reykjavik, Iceland, followed by a charter flight to Kangerlussuaq, Greenland, where guests will board the ship.

Over the course of the sailing, Seabourn Venture will offer 60 days of expedition experiences and visits to destinations in 14 countries and territories, including five days in Antarctica, three in South Georgia, and three in the Falkland Islands.

It also features six days in the Northwest Passage and a new three-day experience to the remote and rarely visited Ellesmere Island in the Arctic Archipelago.

Additional highlights include 33 sea days; and crossings of the equator, Tropic of Cancer, and Tropic of Capricorn. Between the poles, guests will also visit tropical islands across the Caribbean and South America.

The sailing concludes in Ushuaia, Argentina, with a post-cruise charter flight to Buenos Aires.

The full itinerary is available on Seabourn’s website.

“Our Pole to Pole: Grand Expedition is unlike anything we’ve ever offered,” 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.”

The epic voyage will offer i expedition experiences featuring remote polar landscapes, the Borthern Lights, rich cultural encounters, and wildlife viewing opportunities, such as polar bears, whales, penguins, musk ox, and seals.

Destination Highlights:

High Arctic Exploration – Guests will venture deep into the remote reaches of Greenland and northern Canada. When ice conditions allow, they can step directly onto the frozen ocean.

Northwest Passage Route – The ship will navigate much of the infamous Northwest Passage, known for its fascinating history of exploration.

South Georgia & the Falkland Islands – Guests will explore the smaller of the Falkland Islands that are a haven for rich wildlife, including black-browed albatross, four species of penguins, and more.

Seabourn Venture offers luxury small ship experiences like fine dining, suites with private verandas, interactive entertainment and Swarovski binoculars for rare wildlife viewing.

The “Pole to Pole: Grand Expedition” voyage will offer a wide range of expedition experiences led by an 23-person expedition team of scientists, scholars and naturalists.

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

Seabourn Venture includes Starlink-powered enhanced Wi-Fi and a 4K GSS Cineflex camera mounted on the mast of the Constellation Lounge, broadcasting imagery from miles away to monitors throughout the ship and in guest suites.

In addition, the voyage will offer “Image Masters,” an optional onboard photography workshop that provides in-the-field instruction.

For added flexibility, Seabourn will also offer a shorter 82-day Grand Expedition option, from 29 August to 19 November 2027.

Reservations for the 2027 Pole to Pole: Grand Expedition voyage are currently open for sale to past guests and  for sale to the public on 13 August 2025.

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