Heritage Expeditions has unveiled seven new itineraries to mark the launch of the inaugural 2027-2028 season for its new ship, the Heritage Discoverer. Formerly known as the Silver Explorer, the Heritage Discoverer will headline a highly anticipated first season, during which the family-owned and operated New Zealand company will resume its renowned expeditions to the High Arctic and the Antarctic Peninsula, as well as introduce, for the first time, explorations along the coasts of Europe and the Atlantic.
Heritage Expeditions owners and directors Aaron Russ and Nathan Russ called the addition of the new vessel and the launch of these carefully crafted itineraries a watershed moment in the company's more than 40-year history.
“This is the beginning of a new era and the birth of a truly global expedition cruise offering for Heritage Expeditions and our guests,” Nathan said.
Aaron Russ added: “Today marks an exciting evolution for Heritage Expeditions as we embark on a new course while maintaining our legacy of authentic and responsible expedition travel on small boats to some of the wildest, least explored, and most biologically rich regions on the planet.
We are thrilled to return to some familiar destinations aboard our new ship, Heritage Discoverer, and to explore new waters with brand-new itineraries, bringing our unique expedition experience to some of the most extraordinary regions in the world.”
The new itineraries combine expeditions to some of the most remote natural and wildlife destinations on the planet, such as Svalbard, Iceland, Greenland, South Georgia, the Falkland Islands and the Faroe Islands, as well as the Hebrides, Orkney, Shetland and the Channel Islands.
They also include visits to UNESCO World Heritage sites, prehistoric monuments, architectural gems, cultural capitals and prestigious wine regions along the coasts of Spain, Portugal and France.
To mark the launch of the inaugural 2027-2028 season of the Heritage Discoverer, Heritage Expeditions is launching a special promotion offering a 20% discount on all places and an additional 10% for repeat customers on bookings made before August 31, 2026.
Inaugural season 2027-2028
– Atlantic Shores Odyssey Cruise. 12 days | May 2-13, 2027. Lisbon – Portsmouth
A journey to discover the history, culture, gastronomy, and maritime heritage of Western Europe, exploring the Atlantic coasts of Portugal, Spain, France, the Channel Islands (Guernsey and Sark), and the United Kingdom, combining iconic landmarks with hidden gems. Special offer: 20% discount on all places + an additional 10% for repeat customers.
– British Isles, Ireland & Scotland Expedition Cruise. 12 days | May 12-23, 2027. Portsmouth – Glasgow
An expedition along some of the wildest and most remote coasts and islands of the British Isles, where wildlife coexists with historical sites, World Heritage sites, and extraordinary botanical gardens. The itinerary covers England, Ireland, Wales, the Channel Islands, the Hebrides, St Kilda, the Isles of Scilly, the Isle of Man, Skye, Rum, Iona, and Islay. Special offer: 20% discount + an additional 10% for repeat customers.
– Scotland, Faroe Islands & Iceland Cruise. 13 days | From May 22 to June 3, 2027. Glasgow – Reykjavik
An expedition through Scotland, the Faroe Islands, and Iceland, exploring the Outer Hebrides, Orkney, and Shetland. An ideal itinerary for birdwatchers, history buffs, and adventurous travelers, featuring spectacular landscapes, Viking history, and prehistoric monuments. Special offer: 20% discount + an additional 10% for repeat customers.
– Iceland's Fire & Ice Circumnavigation. 11 days | From June 2 to 12, 2027. Reykjavík – Reykjavík
Circumnavigate Iceland under the midnight sun to discover a land shaped by fire and ice, with glaciers, fjords, volcanoes, geothermal activity, wild nature, and a rich cultural heritage. Special offer: 20% discount + an additional 10% for repeat customers.
– Svalbard, Greenland & Iceland Arctic Islands Expedition. 15 days | From July 21 to August 4, 2027. Paris – Reykjavik
An expedition to the High Arctic that crosses the Arctic Circle to explore the edge of the ice, home to polar bears, walruses, and narwhals. The journey includes cliffs teeming with seabirds, tundras inhabited by musk oxen, Arctic foxes, and wolves, as well as spectacular fjords and glaciers. Includes one night's accommodation in Paris before embarkation. Special offer: 20% discount + an additional 10% for repeat customers.
– Antarctic Peninsula Expedition Cruise. 11/12 days. Departures: November 22 – December 3, 2027; December 2 – 13, 2027; December 12 – 22, 2027; January 10 – 20, 2028. Ushuaia – Ushuaia
An expedition to the Antarctic Peninsula and the South Shetland Islands, sailing through the Antarctic Convergence to discover some of the most isolated and spectacular landscapes on the planet, where wildlife and the history of great explorers take center stage. Offer: 20% discount + an additional 10% for repeat customers.
– South Georgia, Falklands & Antarctic Peninsula Cruise. 22 days. Departures: November 2-23, 2027; December 21, 2027 – January 11, 2028. Ushuaia – Ushuaia
This voyage combines the Falkland Islands, South Georgia, and the Antarctic Peninsula, coinciding with the wildlife breeding season and the long hours of austral daylight. For 22 days, passengers explore some of the most remote places on the planet, following the routes of great polar explorers and observing colonies of millions of penguins, seabirds, and seals. Special offer: 20% discount on all places + an additional 10% for repeat customers.
This offer is valid only for new bookings made until August 31, 2026, is subject to availability, and does not include port taxes or optional services. The additional 10% discount for repeat customers replaces the standard 5% discount and cannot be combined with other promotions.
