Explora Journeys to Sail in Alaska in 2027

The luxury brand announced that the Explora III will debut in the Alaska market, sailing mostly from Vancouver, in 2027.

Fourteen departures are scheduled from May to September.

Cruises range from seven nights to two weeks.

“As part of Explora Journeys’ newly announced Summer 2027 collection, the season will open a new chapter with the brand’s inaugural sailings to Alaska aboard Explora III. This exciting debut marks the beginning of a season defined by firsts, including newly curated journeys to maiden ports in the Mediterranean and the launch of a new ship, Explora IV. Fittingly, the season will set sail under the theme An Ocean of New,” the company said in a press release.

Seabourn to sail Alaska cruises

Seabourn said it will cruise in Alaska in the summer of 2017, its first time in that market in 15 years.

The Seabourn Sojourn will offer 11-, 12- and 14-day itineraries sailing from Vancouver and Seward, Alaska.

In addition to popular stops, Seabourn said ships will visit hidden gems of the Inside Passage that larger ships can’t access.

While there, guests can take advantage of Ventures by Seabourn, an optional program of Zodiac and kayak excursions led by the Seabourn Sojourn’s expedition team of naturalists, science, wildlife and historical experts.

Alaska prices start at $7,999 per person, Seabourn said.