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We invite you to step into a world where luxury and comfort meet adventure and enchanting exploration. This World Cruise is a masterful mosaic of moments, weaving together 63 destinations in 14 countries, featuring 7 overnights; focused on uncovering the natural treasures and hidden gems of the Ring of Fire. Departs January 6, 2026.
Captains
Kyriakos Karras and Stig Betten
Hotel Directors
Harry Ter Horst / Luca Di Matteo
Cruise Director
Ross Roberts
New! For 2026
A Seabourn World Cruise has an extensive list of ultra-luxury amenities and inclusions and for 2026, we're excited to add even more:
Gala Bon Voyage Dinner
Nights Pre-Cruise Hotel Stay
Included Round Trip Business Class Air |
Unlimited laundry, professional cleaning suitable for dry-clean-only garments, and pressing on board |
Handcrafted World-Cruise special events |
Private car transfers door-to-door between home and airport |
Personal Valet luggage shipping to Los Angeles and from Vancouver |
Visa Package** |
Special President's Event, exclusive for Full World Cruise guests |
Special pillow gifts, exclusive for Full World Cruise guests |
Exclusive private dining experiences and sensational tasting menus |
Upgraded Stream Wi-Fi packages for all full World Cruise guests, powered by Starlink |
Included medical services package, valued at $1,000USD |
50% Reduced Deposit at Booking |
Plus! Increased Shipboard Credit* |
* Shipboard Credits are in U.S. dollars and are non-refundable, non-transferable, have no cash value, expire at the end of the cruise, may not be used in the casino and are not combinable with other promotional shipboard credit offers. See full Terms & Conditions.
Experience the World on Your Terms
With Seabourn’s 2026 Ring of Fire world cruise segments, you can experience the elegance, discovery, and indulgence of a global adventure—your way. Get a taste of the extraordinary with a world cruise segment and return for the full journey when you’re ready to explore even more.
Unmatched Flexibility
Choose the perfect world cruise segment that fits your schedule
Tailored Exploration
Immerse yourself with itineraries designed for deeper exploration
Exclusive Experiences
Gain access to expert-led enrichment programs and intimate shore excursions
World-Class Regional Cuisine
Sample the flavors of the globe on curated excursions or through onboard dining
This voyage will explore the lush volcanic islands and atolls of the South Pacific, circumnavigate the wild coasts of Australia, and weave through the beguiling islands of Japan at the cusp of spring flowers season before crossing the North Pacific to Glacier Bay National Park to usher in the Alaskan summer.
Sail through the stunning volcanic landscapes of Hawaii and French Polynesia with extended stays in Honolulu, Bora Bora and Tahiti (Papeete), before diving deep into a trove of 8 New Zealand ports. Stay overnight in Auckland, visit the untouched Fiordland National Park, where lush, emerald forests meet pristine fjords and so much more.
The warm embrace of the Loyalty Islands awaits your exploration in this seaside settlement with breathtaking, panoramic views of jewel-toned Santal Bay.
Featured Shore Excursion:
Cliffs of Jokin
Experience the towering Cliffs of Jokin, whose walls were once the island's barrier reef. The breathtaking 120-foot-tall cliffs consist of layers of ancient, fossilized corals and marine life -- a fascinating glimpse of pre-history.
The warm embrace of the Loyalty Islands awaits your exploration in this seaside settlement with breathtaking, panoramic views of jewel-toned Santal Bay.
Featured Shore Excursion:
Cliffs of Jokin
Experience the towering Cliffs of Jokin, whose walls were once the island's barrier reef. The breathtaking 120-foot-tall cliffs consist of layers of ancient, fossilized corals and marine life -- a fascinating glimpse of pre-history.
The vibrant heart of Viti Levu's southeastern coast, beckons with tropical allure. Suva stands as a dynamic metropolis that harmoniously blends history, culture, and commerce.
Featured Shore Excursions:
The Jewel Of Fiji
A longboat cruise takes you past Fiji’s lush tropical rain forest and up a gorge to see cascading waterfalls. Witness a kava ceremony in an authentic village. Take advantage of the chance to swim in the "Magic Waterfall."
The vibrant heart of Viti Levu's southeastern coast, beckons with tropical allure. Suva stands as a dynamic metropolis that harmoniously blends history, culture, and commerce.
Featured Shore Excursions:
The Jewel Of Fiji
A longboat cruise takes you past Fiji’s lush tropical rain forest and up a gorge to see cascading waterfalls. Witness a kava ceremony in an authentic village. Take advantage of the chance to swim in the "Magic Waterfall."
Seabourn Exclusive Excursion
Russell, Bay of Islands is as historic as it is charming. It is the country's first seaport and first European settlement, and home to New Zealand's first licensed hotel and bar.
Featured Shore Excursion:
Glowworms, Giants & Wine
Visit the magical Kawiti Glow-Worm Caves accompanied by a guide from the Kawiti family. In the Puketi kauri forest, encounter New Zealand's sleeping giants. Complete your experience with a wine tasting at an award-winning vineyard.
Russell, Bay of Islands is as historic as it is charming. It is the country's first seaport and first European settlement, and home to New Zealand's first licensed hotel and bar.
Featured Shore Excursion:
Glowworms, Giants & Wine
Visit the magical Kawiti Glow-Worm Caves accompanied by a guide from the Kawiti family. In the Puketi kauri forest, encounter New Zealand's sleeping giants. Complete your experience with a wine tasting at an award-winning vineyard.
Join us as we explore the rugged beauty of Australia’s host of hidden gems. During this carefully crafted circumnavigation of Australia, explore 14 distinct Australian ports, all while indulging in overnight stays in Sydney and Melbourne and extended stays in Hobart, Broome, Lombok and Bali. Seabourn makes its maiden call to Robe, South Australia, tucked away in the pristine Limestone Coast. Enjoy a scenic cruise of the Kimberley Coast, a world teeming with marine life, unique falls, reefs, and flora that will leave you breathless.
This is Australia’s cosmopolitan heart with cutting-edge art and architecture, historic galleries, attractions and museums, plus a dizzying range of eateries, markets and bars.
Featured Shore Excursion:
Bruny Island Explorer
This picturesque isthmus is home to elusive fairy penguins that sleep in the sand dunes, and lookout points with sweeping 360 degree views of the sea and sand. Enjoy a chance to savor an oyster straight from the sea.
This is Australia’s cosmopolitan heart with cutting-edge art and architecture, historic galleries, attractions and museums, plus a dizzying range of eateries, markets and bars.
Featured Shore Excursion:
Bruny Island Explorer
This picturesque isthmus is home to elusive fairy penguins that sleep in the sand dunes, and lookout points with sweeping 360 degree views of the sea and sand. Enjoy a chance to savor an oyster straight from the sea.
Once a humble fishing hamlet, Benoa has transformed into a favorite for tourists, thanks to its Its tranquil waters and pristine white sand beaches.
Featured Shore Excursions:
Royal Temple, Monkey Forest & Tanah Lot
Visit the former Royal Temple, and the iconic Tanah Lot, which sits perched precariously on a huge rock resting just off of the coastline. You'll also explore Alas Kedaton— It is home to Bali’s cheekiest inhabitants—macaque monkeys.
Once a humble fishing hamlet, Benoa has transformed into a favorite for tourists, thanks to its Its tranquil waters and pristine white sand beaches.
Featured Shore Excursions:
Royal Temple, Monkey Forest & Tanah Lot
Visit the former Royal Temple, and the iconic Tanah Lot, which sits perched precariously on a huge rock resting just off of the coastline. You'll also explore Alas Kedaton— It is home to Bali’s cheekiest inhabitants—macaque monkeys.
Seabourn Exclusive Excursion
This hidden gem is an unspoiled paradise in the vibrant archipelago. Bask in tropical splendor, marvel at the Underground River's natural wonders, and encounter unique wildlife.
Featured Shore Excursion:
Subterranean River National Park
This park features a spectacular limestone karst landscape with an underground river—one of the longest in the world. . Experience a full "mountain-to-sea" ecosystem, and some of the most important forests in Asia.
This hidden gem is an unspoiled paradise in the vibrant archipelago. Bask in tropical splendor, marvel at the Underground River's natural wonders, and encounter unique wildlife.
Featured Shore Excursion:
Subterranean River National Park
This park features a spectacular limestone karst landscape with an underground river—one of the longest in the world. . Experience a full "mountain-to-sea" ecosystem, and some of the most important forests in Asia.
From overnights in the bustling streets of Hong Kong and Busan to the tranquil beauty of hidden Japanese ports like Ishigaki, Miyako, and Aomori, each destination tells you an exciting new tale, offering nuanced glimpses of their culture, cuisine, and crafts. You will begin with your mesmerizing circumnavigation of Japan with scenic cruises of the historic Japan Inland Sea and Kanmon Strait.
Hong Kong is a world of contrasts. Immerse yourself in bustling streets beneath towering skyscrapers, and explore tranquil temples hidden amidst the urban landscape.
Featured Shore Excursion:
Evening Harbor Cruise
At night, Hong Kong's skyline becomes a dazzling neon cityscape. A traditional-style Chinese floating pagoda takes you through a narrated cruise around Victoria Harbour.
Hong Kong is a world of contrasts. Immerse yourself in bustling streets beneath towering skyscrapers, and explore tranquil temples hidden amidst the urban landscape.
Featured Shore Excursion:
Evening Harbor Cruise
At night, Hong Kong's skyline becomes a dazzling neon cityscape. A traditional-style Chinese floating pagoda takes you through a narrated cruise around Victoria Harbour.
Often known as the gateway to the breathtaking Taroko Gorge, Hualien’s glistening lakes, pristine beaches, picturesque rice terraces, and vibrant night markets have a presence all their own.
Featured Shore Excursions:
Taroko Gorge & Kang-Ten Temple
Explore natural and manmade wonders as you make your way through Taiwan's Pacific Coast. Witness the world's deepest marble canyon, marvel at the Swallow's Grotto, and experience the Taoist Kang-Ten Temple.
Often known as the gateway to the breathtaking Taroko Gorge, Hualien’s glistening lakes, pristine beaches, picturesque rice terraces, and vibrant night markets have a presence all their own.
Featured Shore Excursions:
Taroko Gorge & Kang-Ten Temple
Explore natural and manmade wonders as you make your way through Taiwan's Pacific Coast. Witness the world's deepest marble canyon, marvel at the Swallow's Grotto, and experience the Taoist Kang-Ten Temple.
Seabourn Exclusive Excursion
This port city is a clash of lifestyles, where skyscrapers meet tranquil beaches. Busan is the second largest city in South Korea, and often considered a microcosm of the nation.
Featured Shore Excursion:
Korean Cuisine
This is your hands-on chance to help make some local Korean food. At the Cooking Institute, an instructor will guide you in the creation of several Korean dishes—you’ll learn to make Bulgogi or Kimchi.
This port city is a clash of lifestyles, where skyscrapers meet tranquil beaches. Busan is the second largest city in South Korea, and often considered a microcosm of the nation.
Featured Shore Excursion:
Korean Cuisine
This is your hands-on chance to help make some local Korean food. At the Cooking Institute, an instructor will guide you in the creation of several Korean dishes—you’ll learn to make Bulgogi or Kimchi.
After an overnight in Tokyo, you’ll set sail on a golden transpacific voyage that transports you from the vibrant energy of Golden Week, through the sparkling blue waters of the Pacific, to the budding early season of the Last Frontier. As the sun sets on your journey across the Ring of Fire, smaller ports and lesser sailed waterways reveal life expanding moments you’ll treasure, set against the backdrop of rugged volcanic terrain, indigenous history, and seaside gems.
Often hailed as the “Flower & Seaside town”, this quaint village's serene atmosphere and close connection to nature create an ideal setting for relaxation and rejuvenation.
Featured Shore Excursion:
Local Sake Brewery & Hitachi Seaside Park
Drive to Hitachi Seaside Park, covering nearly 870 acres. The colors and species of the flowers in the park beautifully reflect the changing seasons. Continue to a local Sake Brewery, originally established by samurai warriors with a mission to revitalize the economy.
Often hailed as the “Flower & Seaside town”, this quaint village's serene atmosphere and close connection to nature create an ideal setting for relaxation and rejuvenation.
Featured Shore Excursion:
Local Sake Brewery & Hitachi Seaside Park
Drive to Hitachi Seaside Park, covering nearly 870 acres. The colors and species of the flowers in the park beautifully reflect the changing seasons. Continue to a local Sake Brewery, originally established by samurai warriors with a mission to revitalize the economy.
The city is well known for Japan's largest marshland. Dedicated as a national park, the marshland is home to rare, wild Japanese red-crown cranes during the winter months.
Featured Shore Excursions:
Lake Mashu and Onsen (natural baths)
Lake Mashu, and its transparent emerald-colored waters, has been revered since ancient time as the "lake of the gods" by the Anui people. After lunch experience Kawayu Onsen, which has numerous natural ashiyu (foot baths) where travelers can soak their tired feet.
The city is well known for Japan's largest marshland. Dedicated as a national park, the marshland is home to rare, wild Japanese red-crown cranes during the winter months.
Featured Shore Excursions:
Lake Mashu and Onsen (natural baths)
Lake Mashu, and its transparent emerald-colored waters, has been revered since ancient time as the "lake of the gods" by the Anui people. After lunch experience Kawayu Onsen, which has numerous natural ashiyu (foot baths) where travelers can soak their tired feet.
Sitka is the only Inside Passage community that fronts the Pacific Ocean. It is known for its Tlingit culture and picturesque remnants of its Russian heritage.
Featured Shore Excursion:
Raptor Center & Native Tales
Explore an open bird habitat where eagles fly free, followed by an exploration of the captivating native tales and ancient rain forest of Alaska's oldest National Park. On this tour, Sitka's Russian, Tlingit and American culture, past and present, comes alive.
Sitka is the only Inside Passage community that fronts the Pacific Ocean, hugging Baranof Island's west shore in the shadow of the impressive Mount Edgecumbe. Located on Sitka Sound, the city of about 8,500 residents is known for its Tlingit culture and picturesque remnants of its Russian heritage, including the onion-shaped domes and gold-colored crosses of the beloved Saint Michael's Russian Orthodox Cathedral.
Featured Shore Excursion:
Raptor Center & Native Tales
Explore an open bird habitat where eagles fly free, as well as stunning examples of Russian Colonial architecture, captivating native tales and the ancient rain forest of Alaska's oldest National Park. On this tour, Sitka's Russian, Tlingit and American culture, past and present, comes alive.
A Word From Our Entertainment Director
When I think about the world cruise, I feel like a kid in a candy store, and that's exactly the experience I want our guests to have. They will not only enjoy the incredible Ring of Fire: Hidden Gems itinerary and our unmatched Seabourn hospitality, but they will also be treated to memorable and specially curated onboard entertainment and enrichment offerings. - Handré Potgieter, Director of Enrichment & Entertainment
Days of Entertainment
Formal Optional Evening
Elegant Casual
Scenic Cruising/Sea Days
"We anticipate the participation of over 30 Conversationalists during our World Cruise 2026. Over a dozen destination specialists will share their insights on the culture and history of the places we visit. From expertise on the 'Ring of Fire' to local knowledge about our ports of call, our guests will have the opportunity to connect with renowned experts throughout their journey." - Handré Potgieter
A-list Visiting Guest Entertainers
Seabourn Conversationalist
First, we have Jake Shimabukuro, a Grammy-nominated artist and arguably the most celebrated ukulele player in the world. He is a national hero in Hawaii, and we are thrilled to announce that he will perform on January 13 in Honolulu. He has an impressive following with 557K listeners on Spotify, 88.2K followers on Instagram, and 127K subscribers on YouTube.
As part of our highly acclaimed 'Seabourn Conversations' program, we have invited over thirty distinguished speakers from around the globe to join us onboard during the 2026 World Cruise.
Our Conversationalists actively engage in the daily social scene, sharing meals, embarking on adventures ashore, and participating in casual conversations throughout the voyage. This engagement is what makes our program so deeply enriching.
Rupert Wallace’s career in the Royal Navy included the Falklands War, three ship commands, heading a flotilla of destroyers and frigates, and strategic UK defence relations work throughout the Middle East and South Asia.
Rupert Wallace’s career in the Royal Navy included the Falklands War, three ship commands, heading a flotilla of destroyers and frigates, and strategic UK defence relations work throughout the Middle East and South Asia.
On retirement, he completed a Postgraduate degree in International Relations at the London School of Economics and now runs history and international relations courses and seminars in schools and at the University of Cambridge. Speaking on cruise ships, wholly unanticipated, has become a great pleasure and privilege.
Rupert and his wife Kate travel extensively, including independently travelling the Silk Road from Iran to central China.
Robert K. Wittman joined the FBI as a Special Agent in 1988. As a result of specialized training in art, antiques, jewelry and gem identification, he served as the FBI’s investigative expert involving cultural property crime.
Robert K. Wittman joined the FBI as a Special Agent in 1988. As a result of specialized training in art, antiques, jewelry and gem identification, he served as the FBI’s investigative expert involving cultural property crime. During his 20 year FBI career he recovered more than $300 million worth of stolen art and cultural property which resulted in numerous prosecutions and convictions.
As a result of his unique experience Mr. Wittman coauthored the FBI Cultural Property Investigative Manual in 2001. In 2005, he created the FBI’s rapid deployment national Art Crime Team (ACT). Mr. Wittman has represented the United States throughout the world conducting investigations and instructing international police and museums in recovery and use of high value asset security techniques in more than 20 countries. Mr. Wittman recently concluded a series of regional security and protection of cultural heritage training lectures to government agencies representing countries in Asia, Central Asia and Serbia sponsored by the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE).
Mr. Wittman is the recipient of numerous awards and commendations including the Order of Merit for Distinguished Service-Officer Level, presented by the President of Peru, the White Cross of Law Enforcement Merit with Distinction, by the government of Spain, Director's Award for Outstanding Contributions in Law Enforcement from the U.S. Department of Justice, Robert Burke Award for Cultural Property Protection from the Smithsonian Institution, and the S.A.F.E Beacon Award from Saving Antiquities for Everyone.
In 2010, Mr. Wittman penned his New York Times bestselling memoir “PRICELESS: How I Went Undercover to Rescue the World’s Stolen Treasures.” His second book, “THE DEVIL’S DIARY: Alfred Rosenberg and the Stolen Secrets of the Third Reich” is a worldwide best seller published
in 29 languages in more than 30 countries. He was featured in the History Channel series “Lost History’ and recently filmed an investigation into the lost artifacts of General George Custer’s brigade at the battle of Little Big Horn in Montana. Mr. Wittman has served as an expert witness in multiple state and federal court cases. Mr. Wittman is now president of Robert Wittman Inc. the firm specializes in consulting in art matters which include expert witness testimony, investigation and collection management.
Martyn Dunne is a retired New Zealand Army officer, diplomat and senior public servant. He was New Zealand’s High Commissioner to Australia based in Canberra from 2011 until September 2013.
Martyn Dunne is a retired New Zealand Army officer, diplomat and senior public servant. He was New Zealand’s High Commissioner to Australia based in Canberra from 2011 until September 2013. He was appointed as Comptroller of Customs and Chief Executive of the New Zealand Customs Service from 2004–2011. During his NZ Customs appointment he concurrently held the role of Chair of the World Customs Organisation (WCO). Following his appointment as NZ High Commissioner to Australia Martyn was appointed Director General/CEO of the Ministry for Primary Industries a position he held from 2013-2018. He holds a variety of directorships and consults across a wide range of public and private sector interests. He holds a Master of Arts in Strategic Studies from La Trobe University, Melbourne, Australia. He is a graduate of the Australian Command and Staff College and Australian College of Defence and Strategic Studies. He is currently an Adjunct Professor with the Centre of Defence and Security Studies at Massey University, New Zealand.
He began his career with the New Zealand Army in 1971 and retired in 2004 as Commander Joint Forces New Zealand with the rank of Major General.
In 1999, he led the New Zealand Force East Timor during New Zealand's largest deployment since World War II, and as the Senior National Officer, in the rank of Brigadier, commanded the Dili Command, an operational formation in the International Force East Timor, until 2000. During his earlier military career, he was responsible for New Zealand’s significant deployments to Bosnia, Bougainville, the Solomon Islands and following the establishment of the Joint Force Headquarters, operations in Timor Leste and Afghanistan.
Francis Benali was born and raised in Southampton, England and is a former Professional Footballer who played in nearly 400 games for his hometown club Southampton FC.
Francis Benali was born and raised in Southampton, England and is a former Professional Footballer who played in nearly 400 games for his hometown club Southampton FC.
In recent years he has completed a number of ultra endurance challenges, which culminated in 2019 and has raised £1.4 Million for Cancer Research UK. As a result of his fundraising efforts he was the first recipient of the Barclays Spirit of the Game award, a Cancer Research UK Flame of Hope Award Winner and the JustGiving Celebrity Fundraiser of the Year. He was also recognised by Southampton City Council making him a Freemen of the City. In 2019 he became an official Club Ambassador for Southampton FC and Saints Foundation and was awarded an MBE in the New Year 2020 Honours List.
Franny currently works in the media as a football pundit working with companies such as Sky Sports and the BBC. He’s also a public speaker delivering inspirational talks to various audiences including corporate, educational and sporting clients.
World Cruise 2026 Ship
"During a world cruise, the ship transforms into a country club, where our guests become its residents, and strangers form friendships that last a lifetime. " - Handré Potgieter, Director of Enrichment & Entertainment
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We have built upon the success of our award-winning "Best World Cruise" from Travel Weekly Magellan Awards and plan to make 2026 (and 2027) even better." - Handre
Promotional Full World Cruise Amenities are valid for guests who book the 2026 Full World Cruise for 129-days only. Full World Cruise Amenities are applicable to the first and second guests in a Suite only, third and fourth guests are not eligible unless specifically indicated. Complimentary Round-Trip Business Class Air is offered on select flights to/from select North American gateways. Air must be booked through Seabourn’s Flight Ease® program. Air can be booked as early as 330 days from the sailing return date and must be booked no later than 30 days prior to sailing. Air seats are limited and may not be available on every flight. Once air is booked, guests are responsible for checking the airline’s website or contacting the airline directly for information regarding rules, restrictions, baggage fees and other charges. Guests are responsible for all baggage fees, including excess baggage imposed directly by the airline. Shipboard Credits are in U.S. dollars and are non-refundable, non-transferable, have no cash value, expire at the end of the cruise, may not be used in the casino and are not combinable with other promotional shipboard credit offers. Ocean View and Veranda Suites (categories V4 and below) will receive Shipboard Credit of $6,000 USD per suite. Penthouse and Premium Suites (categories PG, PH, PS, O1, O2, SS, WG & GR) will receive Shipboard Credit of $10,000 USD per suite. Private Car Transfers include round-trip transfers between home and airport, airport and hotel, hotel and ship. Round-trip transfers between home and airport are limited to a range of within 100 miles and are valid for select North American cities/airports. Should Private Car Transfers not be available based on range or service ability, a $150 USD per guest Shipboard Credit will be issued in lieu of. Personal Valet® Luggage includes complimentary door-to-door luggage service for guests shipping to/from the U.S. and Canada only. Luggage is restricted to 2 bags per guest at a maximum of 50lbs per bag. Should Personal Valet® Luggage service not be available, a $500 USD per guest Shipboard Credit will be issued in lieu of. Unlimited Laundry Services: is valid for one (1) bag per Suite serviced daily and includes laundry, professional cleaning suitable for dry-clean-only garments and pressing, regular service only excludes same day delivery. Complimentary Visa Package applies to U.S. citizens and passport holders only. Complimentary Medical Services include visits to the Ship Medical Center, medical services typically provided for which we normally charge a fee and any medical tests administered onboard and medications prescribed by our onboard doctor to treat an ailment. We will not include refills on any prescription drugs, the cost of transferring a guest to land-based facilities for treatment, medical evacuations, or any other cost incurred off the ship. Complimentary Medical Services are limited up to a cost of $1,000 USD per guest and are NOT a sufficient alternative to travel and/or medical insurance. Secondary insurance options, including Seabourn Shield® are highly recommended. 50% Reduced Deposit amount is taken off the standard deposit policy amount and is valid to all guests sharing a Suite. All offers are capacity controlled and may be modified or withdrawn at any time without prior notice. Other restrictions may apply. Seabourn reserves the right to correct errors. Ships' registry: Bahamas. ©2025 Seabourn.
