A wide round-the-world trip aboard the Seabourn Quest It has been announced for early 2028, with a total duration of 120 days and a route linking the Americas, Africa, Oceania, and Europe. The itinerary, conceived as a grand long-distance voyage, aims to combine classic cruising, iconic port calls, and polar and sub-Antarctic expeditions.
This program, which is part of the celebration of 40th anniversary of the Seabourn shipping companyIt is designed as a long-distance cruise that will depart from Miami in early January and end in Northern Europe, with the possibility of disembarking earlier on the Iberian Peninsula for those who prefer to shorten the trip.
A 120-day itinerary around the globe
The travel plan includes a journey of more than 26.000 nautical miles The voyage will last approximately four months, linking more than 50 ports across five continents. Departure is scheduled for January 7, 2028, from the port of Miami, with arrival in Europe expected in the spring after crossing oceans and several inland seas.
Among the strengths of the route is the navigation through the Panama Canal, a nod to the spirit of the company's first major itinerary and a strategic step that allows the Seabourn Quest to link the Caribbean with the Pacific coast of South America before continuing towards southern latitudes.
The route also includes the double historical reference to the great capes of the southern hemisphere: the Cape Horn, in South America, and the Cape of Good Hope, in South AfricaThis combination offers an extended ocean sailing experience, unusual in short itineraries focused solely on the Mediterranean or Northern Europe.
After rounding South America and its southernmost tip, the ship sets course for the South Atlantic and the Indian Ocean, before heading towards the European continent. The voyage has been planned so that the arrival in Europe coincides with the final leg of the cruise, connecting with destinations of interest to European travelers, such as Lisbon and the London area.
Iconic stops: Antarctica, remote islands and World Heritage Sites
One of the program's highlights is the combination of great classic destinations with very limited accessThe journey includes visits to Antarctica, Easter Island, the Falkland Islands and other locations rarely found on standard tourist routes.
The itinerary incorporates a selection of remote natural sites such as the Robinson Crusoe Island and Santa Clara Island, located in the South Pacific, as well as Nightingale Island in the South Atlantic, known for its virtually untouched nature and low visitor numbers.
In the southern region of Chile, the Seabourn Quest will sail alongside glacial landscapes, with special mention of the Garibaldi glacier and the Chilean fjordswhere the environment of mountains, ice and narrow channels offers a marked contrast to the usual urban scales of other cruises.
According to the program presented, the trip will include more than 38 sites recognized as World Heritage Sites by UNESCOCombining natural enclaves, historic cities, and internationally significant archaeological sites, this approach targets travelers seeking cultural and nature experiences in a single trip.
As far as Europe is concerned, the final leg of the cruise includes arrivals at key ports in the eastern Atlantic, with final landing in Dover (London) and early option in Lisbon, a convenient entry point for travelers from Spain and the rest of the continent due to its good air and land connections.
Expedition-style experiences aboard the Seabourn Quest
For the first time on a trip of this kind, the company will systematically integrate expedition-style experiences within a world cruiseTo this end, Seabourn will have a specialized team of 18 people in charge of coordinating the exploration activities en route.
This group of experts, who will accompany the ship on the most remote stretches, will lead Zodiac boat trips, walking routes and canoe tours in areas such as Antarctica or the Chilean fjords, always subject to the weather and safety conditions at any given time.
The addition of this expedition component aims to enhance the immersive experience of the environment, moving away from the purely panoramic format of some traditional cruises. Passengers will thus have the opportunity to get closer to the polar and sub-Antarctic landscape, observing wildlife and glaciers from a different perspective than from the ship itself.
These activities are presented as complimentary experiences integrated into the itinerary itself, reducing the need to book additional packages to experience these types of exploration outings, although the availability of optional complementary excursions in certain ports.
The Seabourn Quest, the ship chosen for this round-the-world voyage, already had a orientation towards the long-distance and more exclusive travelTherefore, the shipping company is taking advantage of its characteristics to introduce this hybrid approach between classic cruising and an exploration program.
Itinerary options: Miami-Dover or early disembarkation in Lisbon
The proposal has been designed with some flexibility to adapt to different types of travelers. Those who wish to enjoy the full experience can opt for the 120-day trip from Miami to Dover, which includes the complete circumnavigation planned by the shipping company.
For those who cannot or do not wish to spend four months on board, a slightly shorter alternative is offered: a 112-day segment with landing in LisbonThis option may be particularly interesting for European passengers, as it facilitates their return to their home countries with direct or short-haul connections.
Both itinerary options share most of the scales and services includedThe only difference is the final leg in Europe. In this way, the program maintains the essence of the round-the-world trip, but introduces an intermediate solution for those who prefer a slightly shorter time on board.
arrival at Lisbon as an early disembarkation port It also fits with the trend of many transatlantic and repositioning itineraries, making the Portuguese capital a strategic point for long-distance cruise traffic with the European market.
Within this structure, the final stretch to Dover is conceived as a more focused closure. audience from the United Kingdom and Northern Europewithout neglecting passengers from other countries who wish to complete their journey to the United Kingdom before flying back.
Included services and benefits for those who book in advance
In addition to the itinerary itself, the shipping company has put together a package of Added services for passengers who book this world cruiseAmong the advertised benefits is a multi-day excursion to Machu Picchu, integrated into the route and aimed at those who wish to delve deeper into their visit to Peru.
The trip also includes credits on boardEnhanced Wi-Fi connectivity for use during the journey and round-trip business class airfare, simplifying the arrangement of travel to the departure port and subsequent return to the arrival port.
Other items included in the package are the unlimited laundry service and a pre-cruise hotel night in Miami before boarding, which helps reduce the impact of international travel and allows passengers to acclimatize before starting the 120-day cruise.
To encourage advance planning, Seabourn offers a advance booking option For those who make their reservation before January 30, 2026, this can mean a saving of up to 10% on the price of the cruise, depending on the specific conditions that apply in each case.
The company also offers a reduced deposit at the time of bookingwith the aim of facilitating access to this type of long-duration trip, which requires more complex financial and logistical planning than a standard one- or two-week cruise.
How to get information and book from Europe and Spain
Those interested in this round-the-world cruise departing in 2028 You can consult the full conditions, detailed itinerary map and cabin category availability through the usual shipping channels.
The information is available in the Seabourn official website and through specialized travel advisors, who can guide you on the best flight configuration, insurance and possible extensions on land before or after the cruise, something especially useful for those traveling from Spain or anywhere in Europe.
From the Spanish market, the figure of travel agent with experience in long-haul cruises This becomes relevant, since this type of itinerary involves coordinating visas, extended travel insurance, possible recommended vaccines and other practical aspects that vary according to the passenger's nationality and the countries visited.
The combination of included business class flights, a pre-trip hotel night in Miami, and the final leg of the journey in Lisbon or Dover facilitates connections for European travelers, who can organize their arrival and return with a single interaction through the shipping company or your trusted agent.
This program is shaping up to be a a very comprehensive world cruise proposal, which blends extended ocean sailing, expedition-style experiences, visits to World Heritage sites and a logistical approach designed for international passengers, including those from Spain and the rest of Europe.
