Known for its intimate ships, personalized service, and ultra-luxury cruising experience, Seabourn Cruise Line has built a fleet designed for travelers who value elegance, fine dining, and immersive destinations.
From the line’s newest expedition ships to its classic ocean vessels, each Seabourn ship offers a unique blend of sophistication and comfort. In this guide, we’ll take a look at all Seabourn cruise ships by age, highlighting when each ship launched and what makes them stand out in the world of luxury cruising.
| Ship Name | Year |
|---|---|
| Seabourn Pursuit | 2023 |
| Seabourn Venture | 2022 |
| Seabourn Ovation | 2018 |
| Seabourn Encore | 2016 |
| Seabourn Quest | 2011 |
Seabourn Pursuit: 2023
- Class: Expedition Class
- Gross tonnage: ~23,000 GT
- Guest capacity: ~264 guests (double occupancy)
Seabourn Pursuit is Seabourn’s ultra-luxury expedition ship designed for travelers who want adventure without sacrificing comfort. The ship combines a yacht-like atmosphere with expedition capabilities, allowing guests to explore remote destinations such as Antarctica, the Arctic, and the Amazon in style.
Top features include all-suite oceanfront accommodations with private verandas, an expert-led expedition team, Zodiac and kayak excursions, and a PC6 Polar Class design built for icy waters. Guests can also enjoy gourmet dining, a luxurious spa and wellness program, infinity pool, and immersive wildlife experiences that bring travelers closer to some of the world’s most remote landscapes.
Seabourn Venture: 2022
- Class: Venture Class
- Gross tonnage: ~23,000 GT
- Guest capacity: ~264 guests (double occupancy)
Seabourn Venture is an ultra-luxury expedition ship designed for travelers who want adventure without giving up comfort. The ship combines elegant all-suite accommodations, world-class dining, and personalized service with expedition-style exploration in some of the world’s most remote destinations, including Antarctica, the Arctic, and Greenland.
Top features include its PC6 Polar Class design for navigating icy waters, 24 Zodiac boats for up-close excursions, expert-led expedition experiences, and optional submarine adventures that allow guests to explore beneath the ocean’s surface. With minimal guests onboard, Seabourn Venture delivers an intimate, yacht-like atmosphere paired with immersive wildlife and cultural encounters.
Seabourn Ovation: 2018
- Class: Encore Class
- Gross tonnage: ~41,500 GT
- Guest capacity: ~600 guests (double occupancy)
Seabourn Ovation is an ultra-luxury all-suite cruise ship that blends elegant yacht-like cruising with world-class dining, personalized service, and spacious accommodations. Designed for just 600 guests, the ship features all-veranda suites, sophisticated interiors created by designer Adam D. Tihany.
The upscale amenities include The Retreat private sun terrace, a full-service spa, and multiple gourmet dining venues such as The Grill by Thomas Keller. Guests also enjoy enriching entertainment, intimate lounges, and Seabourn’s signature attentive service, creating a refined and relaxing onboard experience ideal for luxury travelers.
Seabourn Encore: 2016
- Class: Encore Class
- Gross tonnage: ~40,300 GT
- Guest capacity: ~600 guests (double occupancy)
Seabourn Encore is an ultra-luxury all-suite cruise ship known for its elegant yacht-like atmosphere, personalized service, and sophisticated onboard experience. The ship features spacious oceanfront suites with private verandas, world-class dining venues, and stylish interiors designed by renowned hospitality designer Adam D. Tihany.
Top features include The Retreat private sun terrace, the relaxing Spa at Seabourn, Seabourn Square social lounge, gourmet dining including sushi and fine dining experiences, and all-inclusive amenities such as premium beverages and gratuities. With its intimate size and refined ambiance, Seabourn Encore delivers a luxurious and highly personalized cruising experience.
Seabourn Quest: 2011
- Class: Odyssey Class
- Gross tonnage: ~32,000 GT
- Guest capacity: ~450 guests (double occupancy)
Seabourn Quest is an ultra-luxury small ship designed to deliver an intimate yacht-like cruising experience. She offers all-suite, oceanfront accommodations—nearly all with private verandas—along with highly personalized service and an impressive crew-to-guest ratio.
Top features include award-winning all-inclusive dining across multiple venues (including fine dining and open-seating restaurants), the spacious Seabourn Square social hub, and one of the largest spas found on any luxury cruise ship. Guests also enjoy elegant lounges, a pool deck with outdoor dining, a marina for watersports in select destinations, and enrichment programs such as destination lectures and curated shore experiences.
With her refined design, relaxed atmosphere, and focus on immersive travel, Seabourn Quest is ideal for guests who want boutique-style luxury paired with global itineraries to both iconic ports and remote destinations.
