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Seabourn Venture, a leader in ultra-luxury expedition travel, has revealed ten compelling reasons to explore Svalbard, Iceland, Greenland, and the Canadian Arctic in 2025. These immersive voyages offer scenic cruising through stunning landscapes, unique wildlife encounters, expert-led expeditions, and cultural immersion. In May 2025, guests will be treated to in-depth expedition experiences in Svalbard, Iceland, and Greenland, while in August, two special journeys will navigate the legendary Northwest Passage through the Canadian Arctic.
“Seabourn Venture provides a deep dive into some of the Arctic’s most remote and beautiful regions. From witnessing extraordinary wildlife in Svalbard to the awe-inspiring beauty of Icelandic waterfalls, every moment is filled with adventure and wonder,” said Robin West, Seabourn’s vice president and general manager of expeditions. “With ultra-luxury accommodations, expert-led excursions, and cultural experiences, guests will be immersed in these incredible destinations while enjoying Seabourn’s intimate, yacht-like atmosphere they know and love.”
The top 10 reasons to experience Seabourn’s Arctic include the following:
Svalbard, Greenland & Iceland
Seabourn Venture will sail to Svalbard, Greenland and Iceland on voyages designed for guests who like to carve their own path in incredibly remote destinations. Highlighted experiences include a driving tour of Lake Mývatn near Akureyri, home to Goðafoss, one of the most beautiful waterfalls in Iceland; an included walking tour of Qaqortoq in southwest Greenland; and an optional exploration of the ice sculptures of Iceland’s Lofthellir Cave, formed naturally through thousands of years of dripping water; and scenic cruising through the glittering icebergs of Svalbard, allowing guests to search for wildlife such as polar bears, beluga whales, humpback whales, seals, walrus and more.
Seabourn Venture will offer itineraries of eight to 26 days in length to Svalbard from mid-May to mid-June in 2025, between Reykjavik and Edinburgh or roundtrip from Edinburgh. The ship will also offer a 12-day voyage to explore Greenland from Reykjavik to Kangerlussuaq in late July 2025. Both voyages will include pre- and/or post-cruise charter hotel stays in Edinburgh or Reykjavik.
Northwest Passage
Departing August 6 and then August 27, Seabourn Venture will offer two back-to-back, 23-day voyages across the legendary Northwest Passage, inviting guests to follow the footsteps of seafarers and explorers who carved their way through this historic route. Seabourn’s onboard historians and archeologists will share stories of the triumphs and tragedies of the famous expeditions of Franklin and Amundsen. Expedition experiences include an Arctic Circle Trail Hike in Sisimiut, Greenland; and a walk through the Sermermiut Valley to the Ilulissat Icefjord Centre in Ilulissat, Greenland.
Both voyages will include pre- and post-cruise charter hotel stays in Anchorage and Reykjavik. Guests can take their Northwest Passage voyage to the next level with exclusive amenities such as economy class air and complimentary full laundry services throughout their voyage.
Canadian Arctic
Guests can also experience the Canadian Arctic and Labrador, during a 15-day voyage departing August 18 from Kangerlussuaq, Greenland to St. John’s, Newfoundland. During the voyage, guests will spend two days in the Torngat Mountains National Park: a pristine Arctic wilderness preserving rich indigenous heritage and breathtaking fjords. Other highlights include visiting the abandoned community at Hebron to learn about the Moravian missions, exploring the first Viking settlement in North America at L’Anse aux Meadows, and experiencing thriving Inuit culture in Pangnirtung and Nain.
For more details about Seabourn, 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 seven 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.