Swan Hellenic has expanded its 2027 Asia-Pacific cultural expedition season from five voyages to 10, adding two New Zealand departures at the start of the season and two new Japan itineraries, each calling at Busan, South Korea. The line is also offering a free balcony stateroom and Gold Wi-Fi upgrade on every new booking completed by Nov. 9, 2026, under its Asia Unlocked promotion.
“We’re proud to be more than doubling the number of our cultural expedition voyages in the Asia-Pacific for 2027,” said Swan Hellenic CCO Mario Bounas, in a press statement. “Following the strong success of last year’s decision to take SH Minerva into this region for the first time, we’ve been determined to meet and surprise the unexpectedly strong demand. So we worked closely with regional experts to enhance the breadth, depth and variety of our Asia-Pacific 2027 Season, while also expanding it to include the majestic beauty of New Zealand and more of Japan. Our Asia Unlocked offer is a further expression of this commitment, bringing free upgrades to a balcony stateroom and Gold wi-fi for all new bookings completed by Nov. 9, 2026.”
Swan Hellenic’s Top Ten
All 10 voyages sail aboard the 152-guest expedition ship SH Minerva and cover three themes: anthropology, nature and Second World War history sites across the region. Itineraries include:
- New Zealand in Depth—Dunedin to Auckland, March 8-21, 13 nights, from $11,650 per person
- Cruising the Pacific Islands: New Caledonia, Vanuatu and Solomon Islands—Auckland to Honiara, March 21-April 3, 13 nights, from $11,650
- Solomon Islands Secrets: From Guadalcanal to the Sepik River—Honiara to Sorong, April 3-16, 13 nights, from $11,825
- Raja Ampat and Cenderawasih Bay Expedition—Sorong round-trip, April 16-26, 10 nights, from $9,100
- Paradise Passage From the Philippines to Raja Ampat—Manila to Sorong, May 7-18, 11 nights, from $10,000
- Raja Ampat and the Philippines: The Last Paradise on Earth—Sorong to Manila, May 29-June 9, 11 nights, from $10,000
- Pearls of the Pacific: Exploring the Philippines and Japan—Manila to Hiroshima, June 9-19, 10 nights, from $11,000
- Japan and Korea Cruise: Cultural Shores and Northern Landscapes—Hiroshima to Otaru, June 19-30, 11 nights, from $12,125
- East Asia Expedition: From the Wild North to Hiroshima’s Heritage—Otaru to Hiroshima, Oct. 2-12, 10 nights, from $11,000
But Wait, There’s More…
Separately, Swan Hellenic has launched an autumn offer called Upgrade Your View. Elevate Your Expedition, giving guests a free balcony stateroom upgrade on 33 selected 2027 voyages, paired with their choice of complimentary Gold Wi-Fi, a premium shore excursion, a guided kayaking experience or a Balinese spa treatment. The 33 eligible voyages range from 5 to 20 nights across Africa, the Arctic, Asia-Pacific, Europe and Latin America, priced from $3,850 to $14,400 per person, with special rates available for solo guests. Both offers are valid for bookings completed by Nov. 7, 2027.
For more information, visit swanhellenic.com.
