When speaking of luxury cruises – with friends or travel advisors – Seabourn is inarguably top of mind. In particular, their world cruises are a real draw, one of the most lavish offerings to be considered. The entire experience – onboard and off – seems as if you’re floating along in a dream.
Imagine more than 125 days of continued reverie heading to more than a dozen countries! The iconic treasures and hidden gems, underscored by perfect service and heartwarming hospitality. This is how meaningful moments work their way into our memories.
The 2026 Seabourn Sojourn World Cruise does just that. Essentially encircling the Pacific. You voyage from Los Angeles over to the islands of the South Pacific and on to New Zealand. After almost circumnavigating Australia, the route carries on up to Indonesia, Philippines and Hong Kong, before visiting several ports in Japan. To finish? Across to Alaska and down to Vancouver, altogether crossing the International Date Line and the equator not once, but twice. Here are five big reasons to savor the sailing.
1. Explore exotic destinations in depth
1. Explore iconic destinations
Honolulu, Bora Bora, Auckland, Sydney – Hong Kong, Taiwan, Yokoyama, Glacier Bay. Imagine unpacking just once, in your walk-in closet, and then waking up each day to a new adventure, effortlessly moving from one dynamic environment to the next, no airports involved. You get a real sense of how slow travel is so transformational, and how you can best benefit from it. Then add every amenity you could possibly ever imagine onboard Seabourn Sojourn, including entertainment, relaxation and enrichment.
Consider the depth in which Seabourn circumnavigating Australia will take you, visiting 14 different ports, indulging in overnights and extended stays. You get in touch with the real beauty of the place, the wilderness, marine life and unique geology – not to mention the amazing gastronomy. See south and west and north Australia, before heading up to the pristine beaches of Bali, the very essence of the Eastern exoticism.
2. Indulge in diverse, regional cuisine
World cruises lend themselves handily to cultural experiences through international cuisines - some you are familiar with, the others a new culinary journey. With Seabourn, you can spend the day shopping a local market with the executive chef, to get to know the destinations through their gastronomy. You are literally immersed in the flavors in every port, especially with overnight visits in 7 cities including Auckland, Hong Kong & Tokyo. There are so many ways to explore the foodways, wines & spirits of each region. This is what being a locavore is all about.
3. Discover what lies beyond the shores
A Seabourn world cruise also offers innumerable intimate experiences for land adventure. You’re not just ruled by the ocean, far from it. From the volcanic landscapes of Hawaii at the beginning of your voyage to the glaciers of Alaska toward the end, Seabourn curates enriching shore excursions that immerse you in the local culture, as you discover off-the-beaten-path places.
Explore eight enchanting stops in New Zealand, including the magical Fiordland National Park, where vibrant emerald forests meet pristine fjords. Glide across clear waters on a catamaran lagoon cruise, witness the majesty of whales in Kaikoura, and gain a fresh perspective on the region with an exhilarating helicopter ride.
With almost one dozen stops in Japan, you visit extraordinary gardens, the cherry blossoms in full bloom. Treat your senses to a visit to a local sake brewery, a tranquil dip in ancient hot springs, or a variety of baths offering unparalleled relaxation. Explore citadels and temples, parkland and the glittering coastline – the kinds of things that make East Asia so extraordinary.
4. Elevate mind, body and soul at sea
A World cruise with Seabourn is more than just a series of port visits, of course. Onboard enrichment programs and artistic performances bring culture to you onboard, putting you even more in tune with the heritage of the places you’ll visit. Engaging lectures and workshops led by daring explorers, heralded chefs, learned scholars, celebrated performers and renowned experts from every arena of the arts, sciences, politics and the humanities share your journey. You can also explore Seabourn's mindful Living by Dr. Andrew Weil offering holistic spa and wellness programming of seminars, classes and treatments.
5. Meet like-minded people along the way
And the crowd? Seabourn’s small, intimate ship of just 450 guests attracts interesting people of shared interests. You’re bound to become fast friends with the other passengers, making new connections, the camaraderie and the experience carrying you along.
The Tully Travel Designers can make your Seabourn World Cruise a true event, one that will fascinate you for years to come – at least until your next global cruise adventure comes along.
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