Ultra-luxury cruise operator Seabourn has formally opened reservations for its premier global voyage, the 2029 World Cruise: Iconic Islands & Remote Horizons. Sailing aboard the newly refreshed Seabourn Quest, the comprehensive 138-day itinerary spans five continents, connecting iconic metropolitan harbors with hard-to-reach island outposts.
Departing from Miami on January 7, 2029, and concluding in Lisbon on May 26, 2029, the vessel will navigate over 32,000 nautical miles. The global voyage encompasses 58 ports of call across 31 countries and territories, highlighting 32 distinct islands and more than 25 UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Designed for high-end travelers seeking deep cultural immersion, the route features extended port stays and overnight calls in key global destinations.
Strategic Route Design Across Five Continents
The 2029 global itinerary is structured to provide access to boutique ports and secluded anchorages that remain inaccessible to larger cruise ships. Tracing a route across the Americas, South Pacific, Australasia, Southeast Asia, the Indian Ocean, Africa, and Southern Europe, the voyage blends globally recognized landmarks with off-the-beaten-path island territories.
Major geographical stopovers include rare island visits to Nuku Hiva in the Marquesas Islands, Praslin in the Seychelles, Antsiranana in Madagascar, Akaroa in New Zealand, and Burnie in Tasmania.
To enhance landside exploration, the line built 20 extended stays and eight overnight port calls into the sailing schedule. Overnight destinations where guests can experience local night markets and cultural sights include:
Lima, Peru: Access to historic coastal districts and culinary centers.
Easter Island, Chile: Extended time to explore remote archaeological sites.
Bora Bora, French Polynesia: Two full days navigating the iconic South Pacific lagoon.
Bali, Indonesia: Overnight access to regional arts and traditional cultural centers.
Singapore: Extended transit through Southeast Asia’s primary maritime hub.
Sydney, Australia: Overnight anchorage alongside iconic harbor landmarks.
Zanzibar, Tanzania: Evening exploration within the historic Stone Town quarter.
Cape Town, South Africa: Multi-day access to coastal landscapes and regional nature reserves.
Exclusive Shoreside Events and Mid-Voyage Land Journeys
Full-voyage guests will receive access to bespoke shoreside programming and curated land excursions included in the base fare. Highlight events built exclusively for World Cruise travelers include an all-inclusive two-day, one-night mid-voyage overland excursion in Bali. This program features private village visits, traditional culinary demonstrations, and curated artisan performances.
In Cape Town, guests will attend a private, after-hours cultural reception at the Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa (MOCAA). The private evening includes regional culinary showcases, live local music, and panoramic views of Table Mountain.
Additionally, optional mid-voyage land extensions allow travelers to journey inland to iconic UNESCO sites, including the Galápagos Islands, Machu Picchu, Uluru, the Taj Mahal, and African game reserves.
Refreshed Fleet Infrastructure and Onboard Amenities
The 2029 global sailing takes place following extensive interior updates aboard Seabourn Quest. The vessel underwent a comprehensive dry-dock renovation that updated guest suites, dining venues, spa facilities, and public lounges. Upgrades feature a speakeasy-inspired redesign of The Club, refreshed suite furnishings, updated veranda decor, and upgraded Starlink Wi-Fi infrastructure.
Guests who reserve the complete 138-day itinerary receive a suite of inclusive benefits:
Round-trip Business Class airfare transfers.
Up to $4,000 USD shipboard credit per Veranda Suite, or $8,000 USD per Penthouse Suite and above.
One-night pre-cruise hotel accommodations in Miami.
Included two-day overland Bali Seabourn Journey.
Unlimited laundry, dry cleaning, and pressing services throughout the voyage.
Stream Wi-Fi packages powered by Starlink for two devices per suite.
For travelers seeking targeted regional travel, Seabourn will also offer shorter, multi-week voyage segments closer to departure, allowing guests to experience selected chapters of the overall global itinerary.
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