Have you ever experienced the feeling of arriving on your cruise exhausted from packing and air travel, taking a couple of days to acclimate to being in a new time zone before you finally start relaxing, when suddenly, your cruise is over and you are heading back home? You are not alone and that is one of the reasons the trend of longer sailings has been on the rise for the last few years. Seasoned travellers book extended cruise journeys for a variety of reasons, such as being retired, having the flexibility of longer vacation time or perhaps even working remotely. This allows them to spend less time flying, explore more destinations in a single trip, often with extended port stays, allowing for in-depth visits of specific cities. Atlas Ocean Voyages is responding to this growing trend by offering longer voyages or the ability of back-to-back cruise combinations without repeating the same ports of call. As a Leader in intimate yacht-style expedition cruising, whose Polar, Epicurean, and Cultural Expeditions allow guests to experience the diversity and expansive regions the brand sails, combining multiple expedition styles into one epic journey, Atlas also offers added inclusions and savings, such as air credits, complimentary hotel nights, or enhanced Wi-Fi.
When sailing with Atlas Ocean Voyages, guests enjoy not only the in-depth explorations ashore but also the refined luxury and all-inclusiveness on board. Purpose-built for active exploration, Atlas’ three agile yachts navigate remote polar regions and sail upriver into cities like London and Seville with equal ease. An open-air deck just 30 feet above the surface of the sea called the Water’s Edge allows up-close scenery and wildlife viewing, while innovative engineering helps protect the pristine environments. Stylish interiors, spacious suites and all-inclusive luxuries evoke the relaxed, refined elegance that defines this yachting experience. From cuisine crafted for discerning palates to premium beverages and onboard gratuities, the brand has thoughtfully included each amenity, infusing every moment with a sense of gracious comfort. Carrying just under 200 guests, World Navigator®, World Traveller™ (launched in 2021 and 2022 respectively) and World Voyager® (2023) encourage a holistic approach to life that incorporates mind, body and spirit. From appreciating the dining experience to keeping up with your exercise routine while on holiday, the on board atmosphere cultivates overall well-being in every aspect. Some of the most remarkable journeys are the ones taken inward so take the time to relax and enjoy your surroundings. During Après Sea, Atlas' twist on the post-slopes' tradition known as Après Ski, unwind with a craft cocktail, and connect with newfound friends and like-spirited explorers around you.
For a limited time, guests who reserve select back-to-back expeditions combined into Extended Journeys will receive a third expedition FREE of charge, plus they also get to choose two complimentary amenities such as an Air Credit Savings of up to US$2,500, 1-night Pre-Expedition Hotel Stay or an Enhanced Wi-Fi package. Must be booked by June 30, 2025 to qualify.
A sample of Extended Voyages featured in the above offer include the following journey combinations:
Castles & Culinary Coasts
On this 31-night long Cultural and Epicurean Expedition, explore rich cultures and iconic cuisines through Ireland, Scotland, France, and Portugal, with overnight stays in Edinburgh, Amsterdam, Rouen, Bordeaux, and Lisbon.
September 20 to October 21, 2025
Dublin to Lisbon aboard World Voyager®
Visiting: Isle of Man, Belfast, Greenock (Glasgow), Invergordon, Leith (Edinburgh), Tilbury (London), Amsterdam, Dover, Rouen (Paris), Honfleur, Cherbourg, St. Malo, Isles of Scilly, Fishguard (Wales), Dublin, Waterford, La Rochelle, Bordeaux, Bilbao and Gijon
Heritage to High Arctic
Journey from royal landmarks to polar frontiers, experiencing Viking history, fjords, and Arctic wildlife under the midnight sun on this 28-night Cultural and Polar Expedition while enjoying overnight stays in Edinburgh and London.
May 1 to May 29, 2026
London (Tower Bridge) to Longyearbyen (Svalbard) aboard World Navigator®
Visiting: Newhaven (Edinburgh), Isles of Lewis, Bangor (Belfast), Dublin, Waterford, Fowey (Cornwall), London (Tower Bridge), Dundee, Aberdeen, Stavanger, Bergen, Vik (Sognefjord), Nordfjordeid, Ålesund, Tromsø, Skarsvåg (North Cape), Hammerfest, Bear Island and Exploring Svalbard (4 days)
Culinary Passage
Indulge in a Mediterranean feast of culture and cuisine, with tastings, tours, and culinary adventures from Greece to Italy, France, and Spain on this 30-night long Epicurean Expedition with overnights in Amalfi (Ravello) and Ibiza.
July 10 to August 9, 2026
Athens to Barcelona aboard World Traveller™
Visiting: Mykonos, Agios Nikolaos (Crete), Karpathos, Rhodes, Kos, Kusadasi (Ephesus), Çesme, Skopelos, Hydra, Piraeus (Athens), Folegandros, Ermoupolis (Syros), Skiathos, Mykonos, Messina, Amalfi (Ravello), Isola di Ponza, Civitavecchia (Rome), Livorno (Florence/Pisa), Portofino, Nice, Saint-Tropez, Sanary-Sur-Mer (Bandol), Port-Vendres, Mahon (Menorca) and Ibiza
Epicurean Odyssey
Discover the flavours and history of the Adriatic, from Sicily’s markets to the ruins of ancient Greece and Croatia’s coastal gems on this 30-night Epicurean Expedition with an overnight in Amalfi (Ravello).
August 16 to September 15, 2026
Monte Carlo to Dubrovnik aboard World Traveller™
Visiting: Trapani, La Goulette, Porto Empedocle, Valletta, Nafplion (Mycenae/Epidaurus), Chania & Agios Nikolaos (Crete), Milos, Piraeus (Athens), Bodrum, Patmos, Skiathos, Ermoupolis, Hydra, Zakynthos, Taormina (Mt. Etna), Amalfi (Ravello), Gaeta, Porto Cervo, Civitavecchia (Rome), Capri, Lipari, Corfu and Kotor
Always Included by Atlas:
• Atlas Immersive Experience on board or ashore
• Gourmet dining with ever-changing menus
• Bars and lounges serving fine wines, spirits, craft beers, and canapés
• Specialty coffees, fresh-pressed juices, and afternoon tea service
• In-room stocked minibar, Nespresso® coffee and Vero Water®
• 24-hour room service
• L’OCCITANE bath amenities
• Gratuities for onboard service staff
• Use of binoculars and walking sticks
• Butler service in suites
• Trip delay and medical evacuation coverage
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