• 35th Anniversary & New Voyages: Abercrombie & Kent is celebrating 35 years of expedition cruising with the launch of three new, distinct luxury expedition itineraries for 2026 to the British Isles, Arctic Svalbard, and French Polynesia.
• Immersive and Unique Destinations: The new voyages are designed to explore remote and culturally rich locations far beyond typical cruise routes, such as St Kilda, the Marquesas, and the Svalbard archipelago, focusing on in-depth discovery.
• A&K’s Distinct Expedition Model: A&K exclusively charters and reconfigures high-end expedition ships for fewer guests, ensuring private balconies, a high staff-to-guest ratio, and a journey entirely orchestrated by A&K, including guidance from an acclaimed Expedition Team.
• Comprehensive All-Inclusive Luxury: A&K expedition cruises offer a truly all-inclusive experience, covering nearly every aspect of the journey from curated excursions and gourmet dining with unlimited house drinks to gratuities, Wi-Fi, and specialized gear for polar regions.

Abercrombie & Kent (A&K), a global leader in luxury travel, is celebrating 35 years at the forefront of expedition cruising by announcing three new voyages for 2026. These itineraries, unveiled as part of its 2026-2027 portfolio of 15 expedition cruises, will take guests to the rugged coasts of the British Isles, the pristine Arctic wilderness of Svalbard, and the sun-drenched archipelagos of French Polynesia. Each journey is designed to offer immersive discovery and unrivaled comfort, guided by A&K’s acclaimed Expedition Team, renowned for their deep expertise and local knowledge.

The new voyages include:

• Exploring the Wild Coasts of the British Isles (May 26 – June 5, 2026): Aboard Le Champlain, this 11-day expedition starts from Portsmouth, exploring Guernsey’s WWII history, the blooming gardens of the Isles of Scilly, Welsh birdwatching sites, the wild Scottish Hebrides, and whisky tasting in the Orkney archipelago. Guests will utilize Zodiacs for true expedition-style exploration of smaller, less-visited sites. Prices start from $20,495 USD.
• An Arctic Wildlife Expedition in Svalbard (July 3-11, 2026): This 11-day voyage north of the Arctic Circle on the exclusively chartered Le Lyrial focuses on pure nature. Guided by A&K’s Expedition Team, guests will embark on Zodiac excursions in search of Arctic wildlife like walruses, reindeer, and diverse birdlife, amidst glaciers and tundra, taking advantage of the midnight sun and seasonal flowers. Prices start from $16,995 USD.
• Cruising French Polynesia: Tahiti and Beyond (Sep 18 – Oct 4, 2026): An immersive 16-day journey aboard Le Jacques-Cartier exploring diverse cultures and untouched islands, including the Tuamotus and Marquesas. Experiences include meeting local artisans, trekking to waterfalls, visiting Paul Gauguin’s final resting place, searching for archaeological relics, visiting pearl farms, and snorkeling with marine life. Prices start from $21,995 USD.

Stefan Kredel, A&K’s Vice President of Expedition Cruising, emphasized that these itineraries reach far beyond usual cruise routes to places like St Kilda and the Marquesas, offering transformative adventures in A&K’s signature style. A&K exclusively charters the finest expedition vessels, reconfiguring them to accommodate fewer guests (148 on small explorer ships, 199 on expedition cruisers) to ensure private balconies for all, a near one-to-one staff-to-guest ratio, and an entirely A&K-orchestrated experience.

A&K’s Expedition Cruises are all-inclusive, covering expert lectures, curated shore excursions, à la carte dining, 24/7 room service, unlimited house drinks (including Champagne), butler service for suites, airport transfers, laundry service, Wi-Fi, all gratuities, port charges, taxes, and complimentary polar gear for polar voyages. An onboard doctor and nurse are also available 24/7 on most ships.