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Aurora Debuts Cultural, Polar Expeditions for 2028 Season

Image: The 2028 expeditions are available aboard Douglas Mawson, pictured, and Sylvia Earle. (Source: Aurora Expeditions)
Image: The 2028 expeditions are available aboard Douglas Mawson, pictured, and Sylvia Earle. (Source: Aurora Expeditions)
Claudette Covey
by Claudette Covey
Last updated: 12:30 PM ET, Fri August 7, 2026

Aurora Expeditions introduced its 2028 Northern Hemisphere lineup, which includes 29 departures, seven all-new Cultural Expeditions, 16 Polar Expeditions and an expanded roster of six Discovery Expeditions, all of which are open for booking.

In all, the itineraries and expanded roster of six Discovery Expeditions span across 20 countries and territories, calling at 161 ports in the Arctic, Europe and Central America aboard Douglas Mawson and Sylvia Earle.

Cultural and Polar Expedition Highlights

Just some of the new 2028 Cultural Expeditions include the 11-day “The Isles of the British Isles” cruise from London to Dublin, departing April 19; the 15-day “Valletta to Lisbon: The Mediterranean: Beyond the Icons” sailing from Valletta to Lisbon, departing May 31; and the 14-day “A Northern Saga” expedition from Amsterdam to Bergen, departing June 26.

New polar expeditions include the 11-day “Norwegian Fjords & Svalbard Explorer” voyage from Tromsø to Oslo via Longyearbyen, departing June 8; and the “Wild Greenland: An Active Arctic Expedition " voyage from Reykjavík to Kangerlussuaq, departing Aug. 23.

On the 2028 Discovery Expedition front, Aurora also unveiled the “Northern Lights & Wild Isles: Iceland, Greenland to Scotland” voyage from Reykjavík to Aberdeen, departing Sept. 23.

Deepening Connections Through Travel

“Cultural Expeditions broaden the possibilities of expedition travel while remaining true to everything Aurora stands for: small ships, expert interpretation, genuine discovery and meaningful connections with the places we visit,” said Justin Ewin, the expedition line’s global head of product.

“They bring Aurora’s pioneering spirit to destinations rich in history, tradition and local character, inviting travelers to look beyond the landmarks and uncover the people and stories that have shaped each place,” she added. “Whether exploring an archaeological site, tasting regional cuisine or meeting local artisans, these voyages are designed to create richer and more memorable connections.”


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