Aurora Expeditions, renowned for its responsible small-ship exploration, has unveiled its 2026 Arctic and Beyond season, expanding its offerings to include new voyages in Southeast Asia, the Mediterranean, and the Atlantic Coast. This program marks the company's first-ever expeditions to these regions, complemented by the introduction of solo cabins on every sailing.
With 42 departures, season 2026 highlights include a solar eclipse viewing from Greenland on the "Jewels of the Arctic" itinerary and new expeditions to Indonesia and Borneo. Aurora's polar voyages will also feature unique Arctic destination combinations, maintaining the small group ethos with a maximum of 130 passengers. Best-selling routes to Costa Rica and Scotland are part of the program, including a new 7-day Costa Rica voyage.
The season introduces "Small Ship Cruises," a new exploration style focusing on the Mediterranean, Atlantic Coast, British Isles, and Ireland. These immersive experiences will feature curated programs led by expert guides and include pre- and post-land activities along with inclusive shore excursions at each port.
To accommodate the growing demand from single cruisers, Aurora Expeditions will debut 10 solo cabins per sailing, offered without a single supplement across its fleet of three ships. These will be available in a range of cabin categories beginning with the 2026 season.
Key highlights of the 2026 program include:
- Jewels of the Arctic (Solar Eclipse 2026): Oslo to Reykjavik, August 2nd-26th, 2026, aboard the Sylvia Earle.
- In the Wake of Wallace: Indonesia & Borneo: Bali to Singapore, October 8th - November 8th, 2026, aboard the Greg Mortimer.
- Historic Trails & Wilderness: Scotland, Faroes & Iceland: Aberdeen to Reykjavik, May 17th-29th, 2026, aboard the Greg Mortimer.
- Natural Treasures of Costa Rica: San Jose (roundtrip), April 23rd-29th, 2026, aboard the Sylvia Earle.
Small Ship Cruises:
- Moor than a Myth: Marrakech to Barcelona: June 20th - July 2nd, 2026, aboard the Douglas Mawson.
- Luck of the Irish: Dublin (roundtrip): May 8th-26th, 2026, aboard the Douglas Mawson.
- Myths of the Mediterranean: Athens (Piraeus) to Naples: September 14th - October 1st, 2026, aboard the Douglas Mawson.