Luxury cruises have long been the epitome of immersive travel, offering epic excursions across the globe. In 2025, the world’s premier cruise lines are elevating the experience with extraordinary itineraries, opulent perks, and intimate ships tailored for personalized journeys. From polar expeditions to Mediterranean wine tours and hidden tropical paradises, these five luxury cruises to book in 2025 will turn your wanderlust into reality.
Regent Seven Seas: Grand Arctic Adventure New York to Barcelona
Step aboard Regent Seven Seas’ Seven Seas Mariner for a 116-night adventure from New York to Barcelona, showcasing a world of cultural treasures aboard this luxury 2025 cruise. This Grand Cultural Quest sets sail on July 10, 2025, and offers up to 589 complimentary shore excursions, from Bordeaux vineyard tours to iconic sites across the globe. Onboard, experience exquisite dining, a serene spa, and all-suite accommodations, with luxuries such as unlimited beverages, private chauffeur credits, personal butlers, and a pre-cruise hotel stay included. For more information, visit www.rssc.com.
Azamara’s 2025 World Voyage
Azamara’s 2025 World Voyage aboard the Azamara Onward is a 155-day odyssey visiting 75 ports across 37 countries. This journey explores iconic landmarks with lesser-known treasures, from the Sydney Opera House to hidden gems like Syros, Greece. With 15 overnight stays and 31 late departures, guests have ample time to immerse themselves in local cultures. The all-inclusive experience includes business-class airfare, a $7,000 credit package for excursions and onboard amenities, and exclusive cultural events. Azamara’s smaller ships ensure personalized service and the opportunity to reach off-the-beaten-path destinations, making this a voyage of exceptional discovery for travelers. For more information, visit www.azamara.com.
Viking Cruises: From Arctic to Antarctica
Viking Cruises offers an extraordinary 87-day expedition that takes travelers from the Arctic’s rugged beauty to the pristine wilderness of Antarctica. Beginning in Nuuk, Greenland on Sept. 3, 2025, the itinerary spans the Canadian Maritimes, the St. Lawrence Seaway, and Chilean fjords before culminating in Antarctica’s icy realm. Along the way, voyagers will enjoy cultural immersion aboard this luxury 2025 cruise with exclusive shore excursions and Viking’s signature Nordic Spa. The journey includes complimentary business-class airfare, shore excursion credits, and the Silver Spirits beverage package, ensuring luxury from start to finish. For more information, visit www.vikingcruises.com.
Oceania’s 197-Day World Odyssey
For those seeking the ultimate escape, Oceania Cruises’ 197-day World Odyssey embarks on a journey from Los Angeles to Miami aboard the elegant Vista. Departing Dec. 20, 2025, this voyage spans seven months and offers an Exclusive Prestige Package, including two-for-one fares, first-class airfare, and up to $9,600 in shore excursion credits. Oceania is renowned for its gourmet cuisine and personalized service, with midsize ships offering a more intimate atmosphere. This grand adventure allows guests to experience the world’s most captivating destinations in true style, including stops in Barbados, Brazil, Greece, Chile, Asia, Australia, Thailand, and more. For more information, visit www.oceaniacruises.com.
Silversea Controtempo World Cruise
Silversea Cruises invites travelers on a 2025 World Cruise aboard the luxurious Silver Dawn, spanning 60 ports across 34 countries. Embarking on Jan. 13, 2025, this 136-day itinerary has been carefully curated to ensure guests visit these iconic destinations during quieter off-seasons, offering a more intimate experience at the world’s most celebrated locales. Highlights include exclusive events like “An Evening with Marie Antoinette” in Rouen and “The World Through Our Eyes” in Stockholm. Guests enjoy perks such as business-class airfare, $2,000 onboard spending credits, treatments at the Otium spa (pictured above), and all-suite accommodations with personalized butler service, creating a voyage that is both intimate and opulent. For more information, visit www.silversea.com.