Ultra-luxury cruise operator Seabourn has officially opened reservations for its 2029 World Cruise, titled “Iconic Islands & Remote Horizons.” Departing January 7, 2029, the extended 138-day voyage aboard Seabourn Quest will navigate more than 32,000 nautical miles, connecting 58 international destinations across 31 countries and five continents before concluding in Lisbon, Portugal.
Designed to balance celebrated world capitals with remote tropical archipelagos, the global itinerary places an unprecedented emphasis on island exploration, highlighting 32 islands along its global route. Leaving from Miami, Florida, the vessel will cross the Panama Canal and chart a course through the Americas, the South Pacific, New Zealand, Australia, Southeast Asia, the Indian Ocean, Africa, and Europe.
Immersive Shoreside Excursions and Extended Port Stays
To encourage deeper cultural immersion and unhurried regional exploration, the global itinerary incorporates 20 extended port calls, including eight overnight stops in major cultural hubs. Cruisers will spend multi-day visits in key international ports including Callao (serving Lima), Easter Island, Bora Bora, Bali, Singapore, Sydney, Zanzibar, and Cape Town.
| Itinerary Highlight | Route Overview & Geographic Scope |
| Full Voyage Duration | 138 Days (January 7 – May 26, 2029) |
| Sailing Route | Miami to Lisbon via the South Pacific, Indian Ocean, and Africa |
| Destinations & Ports | 58 Ports across 31 Countries & Territories |
| Island Destinations | 32 Featured Islands (including Bora Bora, Praslin, and Nuku Hiva) |
| Overnight Calls | 8 Key Destinations (Lima, Easter Island, Bali, Cape Town, and more) |
The sailing provides direct access to more than 25 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, giving travelers opportunities to explore protected natural sanctuaries and historic architectural landmarks. Highlighted heritage locations include New Zealand’s Fiordland National Park, the historic Stone Town of Zanzibar, and Sri Lanka’s Sacred City of Kandy.
Additionally, optional land-based mid-cruise overland excursions permit travelers to venture inland to remote world wonders, including the Galápagos Islands, Machu Picchu, Uluru, the Taj Mahal, and African safari wildlife reserves.
Exclusive Events and Onboard Enhancements
Full-voyage guests will receive complimentary access to bespoke shoreside events created specifically for world travelers. Highlights include a curated two-day overland experience in Bali featuring private village encounters and traditional culinary showcases, as well as an exclusive evening event at the Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa in Cape Town overlooking Table Mountain.
Seabourn Quest will embark on the 2029 journey following comprehensive dry-dock refits and interior updates. The fleet enhancements feature modernized oceanfront suite designs, upgraded public lounges, refreshed dining venues, and expanded spa facilities.
Global Booking Incentives and Premium Amenities
To support early planning for long-haul ocean travel, public booking frameworks include significant amenity packages for full 138-day reservations:
Shipboard Credit Allocations: Guests occupying Veranda Suites receive up to $4,000 in shipboard credit per suite, while Penthouse Suites and higher categories receive up to $8,000 in shipboard credit.
Included Transit & Accommodations: Reservations include complimentary roundtrip Business Class airfare, a one-night pre-cruise luxury hotel stay in Miami, and unlimited pressing and laundry services.
Connectivity & Flexible Terms: Full-voyage passengers receive an upgraded Starlink Wi-Fi package for two devices per suite, alongside a reduced 50% booking deposit requirement.
Early Booking Discounts: Guests securing full World Cruise bookings or eligible voyage segments prior to September 17, 2026, receive a 10% early booking savings discount.
While shorter regional voyage segments will be made available closer to the sailing date, full-voyage inclusions remain reserved for guests completing the entire global circuit, reinforcing growing demand for extended luxury ocean travel.
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