Expedition Cruises

Explore The World’s Most Remote & Pristine Places

Explore the most remote regions of the planet with an Expedition Cruise. Offering a more intimate experience through smaller ships that are kitted out with exploration gear such as zodiac landing crafts and kayaks, the experience is focused on exploring the wilderness with highly trained guides. Flexibility is built into each itinerary, so that you can take advantage of wildlife sightings or other spontaneous opportunities that arise.

Visiting hard to reach places such as Antarctica, South Georgia, Greenland and the Arctic, an Expedition Cruise truly offers a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

Passengers in blue jackets ride a black zodiac boat past a large iceberg.

Expedition Cruises

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Beautiful tourist posing in the amazing volcanic mossy landscape
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Person in a red life jacket and green knit cap stands beside icy water with icebergs and a blue sky in the background.
A group of people in yellow jackets sits on a black inflatable boat wearing life vests, navigating icy Antarctic waters with large icebergs in the background.
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Iceland & Scoresbysund with Seabourn Cruises

Explore Greenland’s remote Arctic wilderness on a luxury expedition through dramatic fjords, pristine coastlines and unforgettable wildlife encounters aboard Seabourn Venture.

$15,000 Credit* For Flights + Hotels

From$27,698Price per person twin share
15 Days2027 Sailings
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Aerial view of a tropical archipelago with green cliffs, dense forest, and turquoise water.
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Aerial view of a tropical beach with turquoise water, white sand, and dense green jungle on the right side.
Group of people in colorful matching outfits and grass skirts performing a dance on a sandy beach, with the ocean and trees in the background.
Group of people wearing life jackets gather around a small inflatable boat in shallow sea water at the beach.
Whale shark swimming in clear blue ocean water, its white spots visible under the surface.
Vibrant underwater coral reef with yellow, pink, and purple soft corals and clear blue water above.
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Tropical bay with green cliffs, clear turquoise water, and a rocky shoreline
Aerial view of a multi-tiered red-roofed pagoda nestled among dense tropical trees on a hillside, with stone paths and terraces surrounding it.
Indoor yacht pool scene with two adults in swimsuits relaxing near the edge as sunset lights the white cabin; ocean seen through large window in the background.
A tropical island resort with overwater bungalows along a white-sand beach and turquoise shallow water.
Open-concept lounge with gray sectional sofas, rust and green cushions, light wood tables, and wooden slat partitions, overlooking the sea through large windows.
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Raja Ampat Cruise with Swan Hellenic

Experience a luxury Raja Ampat cruise in Indonesia's coral triangle with all inclusive luxury on Swan Hellenic. Internal flights are also included!

Package With Airfares For Exclusive Savings

From$16,525Price per person twin share
11 Days2027 Sailings
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Northern lights with Havila
Aerial view of a snowy fishing village on a rocky island with mountains and turquoise water at dusk.
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Pink dusk sky over snow-dusted jagged peaks, with rocks and a tidal pool reflecting the mountains.
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Five bronze statues of polar explorers in heavy parkas on stone plinths in front of a museum building.
Aerial night view of a glowing city along a fjord and bridge, with snowy mountains in the distance.
Group of snowshoers hiking across a snowy field below snow-covered hills.
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Dog-sled ride in sunrise
Map of Norway, Sweden, and Finland showing travel routes: blue ship/ferry line, red train line, and a dotted flight path between coastal cities like Tromsø, Kirkenes, Oslo, and Helsinki (Nordic route).
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Experience the Northern Lights

Small-group Nordic journey from Oslo’s fjords to Bergen, Havila voyage to Kirkenes and Finnish Lapland under Arctic glass skies - the Northern Lights.

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From$13,104Price per person twin share
15 Days2026/27/28 Sailings
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A small inflatable boat carries people in winter gear through a blue ice arch in Arctic waters.
A team of explorers in a gray inflatable boat paddling through icy Arctic waters, with snow‑capped mountains and floating ice in the background.
Rendered pool deck with a long pool and tiered upper decks under soft clouds.
Restaurant with pendant lights and a long wall of wine bottles in a glass-fronted cellar corridor.
Two dark helicopters fly over a snow-covered mountain landscape under a clear blue sky, one ahead and closer to camera.
Rendered stern view of the Scenic Ikon superyacht with twin pod platforms and loungers at the waterline.
Group of people in a black inflatable boat near towering blue icebergs in icy Arctic waters, on a polar expedition route.
Rendered suite bedroom with a sea-view balcony, round table and sofa beyond sliding doors.
Group of king penguins standing on a rocky beach under a clear blue sky. urchin?
Bar with red and yellow stained-glass cocktail artwork, backlit bottle shelves and dark leather stools.
Rendered lounge with a sofa, round coffee table and a view of a hot tub on a sunset deck.
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Map excerpt showing Ushuaia, Falkland Islands, and the Antarctic Peninsula with a blue voyage route and airline symbol along the coast.
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Antarctica on the new Scenic Ikon – Exclusive Savings!*

Be one of the first to experience Scenic Ikon in it's maiden season. Guests will be welcomed into luxuriously appointed suites, 15 distinctive dining venues and The Senses Rejuvination Spa. Contact our Flat Beds Tour & Cruise experts for access to all voyages on Scenic Ikon in 2028.

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From$34,225Price per person twin share
16 Days2028 Sailings
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Antarctica Cruise with Seabourn
Gentoo penguins standing on a floating iceberg in front of a glacier.
Suite bedroom with wall TV, a window seat and sea views through floor-to-ceiling glass.
Aerial view of an expedition ship cutting through floating ice chunks in dark water.
Humpback whale tail raised above calm water beside snow-covered mountains and glacier.
Passengers in yellow parkas ride a black zodiac boat in front of a glacier ice wall.
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Gentoo penguins on a rocky shore with an expedition ship in the distance.
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Expedition ship beside a snowy shoreline, with a laurel badge naming it a Condé Nast Traveler 2024 Hot List cruise.
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Antarctica Cruise with Seabourn

Experience ultra-luxury with Seabourn with an all-inclusive Antarctica cruise that will take you to this awe-inspiring continent. Transfer from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia, cross the Drake Passage and spend several days exploring Antarctica’s dramatic landscapes.

$11,000 Credit* For Flights + Hotels

From$25,798Price per person twin share
12 Days2026/27 Sailings
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Snow-covered mountains above a frozen fjord with ice sheets on dark blue water.
Two arctic foxes on rocky tundra beside a large boulder.
Diners seated around a round table in a restaurant with windows and pendant lights.
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Aerial view of a glacier calving meltwater into teal water beside snowy ice cliffs.
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Exploring Svalbard Cruise – Swan Hellenic

Experience this Svalbard cruise with Swan Hellenic. Discover Arctic wildlife, glaciers, and expert-led expeditions on an unforgettable polar adventure cruise.

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From$13,950Price per person twin share
8 Days2027 Sailing
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Lounge suite with a cream sofa, lamps and arched windows overlooking the sea.
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Small boat carrying passengers on calm water beside tall orange sandstone gorge cliffs.
Smiling couple seated with colorful cocktails in a bright lounge.
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Kimberley Cruise with Ponant – Save up to 30%*

Join Ponant on this ultra luxury expedition Kimberley cruise through one of Australia's wildest and most pristine regions!

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From$14,510Price per person twin share
11 Days2027/28 Sailings
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Suite living area with sofa, dining table and balcony doors opening to sea and island views.
Dolphin leaping out of turquoise water with spray trailing behind it.
Map of French Polynesia showing a cruise route through Papeete, Moorea, Huahine, Taha'a and Bora Bora.
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Cruise Ponant From Tahiti to Society Islands – Save up to 15%*

Explore the South Pacific aboard the Paul Gauguin and enjoy small ship cruising around Tahiti and the Society archipelago with discovery of its emblematic islands: Bora Bora, Moorea, Aitutaki and other paradisical sites.

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From$5,940Price per person twin share
8 Days2027/28 Sailings
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Ship lounge with angled glass windows, teal armchairs and wooden tables at sunset.
Hikers on a gravel path between dark basalt cliffs in a rift valley.
Guests in warm jackets and gloves watch through binoculars from a ship deck in cold weather.
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Geyser erupting into the air at sunset with spectators gathered behind.
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Finland, Norway & Iceland with Hurtigruten

An unforgettable journey through Norway, Finland and Iceland with Hurtigruten, enjoying elegant coastal cruising plus a 6-day immersive Iceland land tour.

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From$13,299Price per person twin share
19 Days2026/27 Sailings
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What Are The Benefits Of An Expedition Cruise?

Access to the most remote and pristine corners of the world

Flexible itineraries that allow for organic wildlife sitings and unexpected opportunities

Small ship experience that allows for a more personalised experience

Exploration tools such as kayaks, underwater cameras and zodiacs

Dynamic expedition team with experts in marine biology, geology and anthropology

Lower passenger count to allow more time exploring your destinations

Focus on wildlife-rich regions whether polar bears on the arctic or penguins in Antarctica

Range of cruise inclusions and experiences depending on your budget

Plus many more...

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