Oceania Cruises Announces 2026 Specialty Cruises

by Noreen Kompanik
Last updated: 11:35 AM ET, Thu May 29, 2025

Oceania Cruises has unveiled a selection of 2026 cruises led by guest hosts and culinary experts.

Authors, a television personality and chefs such as Claudine Pépin and Sara Moulton will join Oceania Cruises' Executive Culinary Directors and Master Chefs of France, Alexis Quaretti and Eric Barale on specially selected voyages to include culinary demonstrations, hosted shore excursions and dinners and the opportunity to celebrate the art of food and travel.

Oceania’s 2026 Specialty Cruises reflect the line’s dedication to immersive travel, exceptional cuisine and exploring iconic and lesser-known destinations across Alaska, the Mediterranean, the British Isles and more. Each sailing features enriching onboard experiences – from cooking demonstrations and engaging guest speaker sessions to exclusive chef-hosted dinners.

Sailings include:

Sara Moulton Cruise: 12 days from Lisbon to Paris departing May 12, 2026, aboard Oceania Marina. A member of Oceania Cruises’ Culinary Advisory Board, the renowned chef, cookbook author and television personality will share dishes in the Grand Dining Room. Guests can also join Moulton on select shore excursions and at exclusive onboard events.
Claudin Pépin Cruise: 12 days from Seattle to Seattle, departing July 2, 2026, aboard Oceania Riviera. Hosted by acclaimed cookbook author Claudine Pépin, godmother of Oceania Sirena and president of the Jacques Pépin Foundation, guests on this voyage will have exclusive onboard experiences with Pépin, culinary demonstrations, a Chef's Market Dinner, and more. She will also accompany select shore excursions.
Culinary Luminaries Cruise:10 days from Belfast to Lisbon, departing Sept. 15, 2026, aboard Oceania Marina. Hosted by Oceania Cruises' Executive Culinary Directors and resident Master Chefs of France, Alexis Quaretti and Eric Barale, this voyage is touted as the ultimate culinary adventure for food lovers. Guests can visit vineyards beyond Bordeaux, including the village of Cognac, and tour the historic cellars beneath Château Royal de Cognac. Cruise highlights include live cooking demonstrations, destination-themed Chef's Market Dinners at the Terrace Café, and exclusive culinary panel discussions.
Oceania Club Reunion Cruise- 10 days from Barcelona to Rome, departing Nov. 5, 2026, aboard Oceania Marina. This voyage will be hosted by Neli Arias, Head of the Oceania Club, and other Oceania Cruises team members. Guests can experience the glamour of the iconic 1863 Casino de Monte Carlo with a chance to enjoy a multi-course meal in the luxurious Salon Rosé, with its terrace offering stunning views of the Mediterranean Sea. Events include Oceania Cruises' gala brunch, exclusive dinners, cocktail receptions and curated shore excursions showcasing iconic and lesser-known Mediterranean gems.