Heritage Expeditions Announces Two New Voyages with First Wave 2027-28 Season Sale
Pioneering small-ship expedition cruise company Heritage Expeditions has released two brand new voyages exploring rarely-visited destinations in both Micronesia and the Kimberley with the launch of their First Wave 2027-28 Season Sale aboard 140-guest flagship Heritage Adventurer.
The family-owned and operated cruise company’s Commercial Director and Expedition Leader, Aaron Russ, said the new voyages, Micronesia’s Atolls & Islands Odyssey and Kimberley Adventure Cruise, added exciting elements of the unknown and adventure to the release of the first nine voyages of their 2027-28 season.
“Heritage Expeditions has a long history and connection exploring and supporting the remote communities and tropical islands and atolls of Micronesia and the Solomon Islands, but this might be our most explorative voyage here yet,” he said.
“Micronesia’s Atolls & Islands Odyssey has been specifically designed for intrepid adventurers and travel trailblazers weaving UNESCO World Biosphere Reserves and community driven-conservation initiatives with ancient cities and customs, WWII history and the region’s famed Navigators as we explore some of the world’s most isolated atolls and islands including Ontong Java, Nukuoro, Pohnpei, Sorol and Ngulu Atolls, iconic Chuuk (Truk) Lagoon and more.”
“This is real adventure travel,” said Aaron.
Similarly, the industry-leading expedition cruise company has added several rarely-visited and lesser-known Kimberley locations to the roll call of the region’s highlights, including Osborn and Boongaree Islands, and Lucifer’s Labyrinth.
“We are excited to explore some of the lesser-known waters on our new Kimberley Adventure Cruise voyage and introduce a new expedition experience to this incredible part of the world,” he said.
Heritage Expeditions First Wave 2027-28 Season Launch Sale, which also sees its popular, optional birding programmes added to its Indonesian Explorer and Asian Island Odyssey voyages, starts today, offering guests and agents savings up to 20% off the first nine voyages of the season on bookings made by 27 February 2026. See specific itinerary updates, new destinations and opportunities for adventure in the voyages below.
The First Wave of Heritage Expeditions 2027-28 season includes:
MICRONESIA’S ATOLLS & ISLANDS ODYSSEY NEW VOYAGE
18 DAYS | 27 March – 13 April 2027
Fiji (flight) – Honiara – Palau
The ultimate 18-day expedition cruise exploring the world’s most remote atolls and islands of Micronesia and the Solomon Islands. Snorkel pristine reefs, experience ancient cultures, explore World War II relics, explore uninhabited and rarely-visited outposts and search for endemic wildlife on the ultimate Micronesia adventure.
+ Includes resort hotel night in Fiji and charter flight to Honiara*
SAVE 20% on Suites & 10% on all other berths*
DISCOVER THE ISLANDS OF JAPAN
12 DAYS | 25 April – 6 May 2027
Osaka – Niigata (flight) – Osaka
Combining a thrilling mix of culture, history and the natural world, explore ancient castles, serenely beautiful gardens and opulent temples and shrines alongside some of Japan’s stunning natural landscapes sailing between Osaka and Niigata, including Busan, South Korea.
Updates: Our 2027 departure is 12 days, operates in reverse to 2026 departure, with a hotel night in Osaka sailing to Niigata with flight to Osaka. Extra day adds a visit to Sado Island.
+ Includes Niigata to Osaka flight*
SAVE 20% on all berths*
JAPAN’S NATIONAL PARKS, ART & CULTURE
16 DAYS | 31 May – 15 June 2027
Osaka – Osaka
Set sail on an unforgettable circumnavigation of Japan’s main island Honshu, Hokkaido, Kyushu and South Korea. Highlights include both Japan’s smallest and one of its largest national parks, Great Gardens, iconic art galleries and art island Naoshima, Hiroshima and a day exploring Ulsan, South Korea.
Updates: Our 2027 departure visits Sado Island instead of Niigata.
SAVE 20% on all berths*
SACRED JAPAN & SOUTH KOREA
10 DAYS | 5-14 May 2027
Osaka (flight) – Niigata – Osaka
Discover Japan’s seamless blend of ancient customs, and ultramodern living, culinary creativity, arts and gardens. Small-ship expedition cruise from iconic cities to seldom visited remote coastlines of Japan between Niigata and Osaka including Ulsan, South Korea on this unforgettable voyage of discovery.
Updates: Our 2027 departure is 10 days, operates in reverse to our 2026 departure, with a hotel night in Osaka, flight to Niigata and sailing to Osaka. End of voyage hotel night removed, and Fukukoka replaces Hagi.
+ Includes Osaka to Niigata flight*
SAVE 20% on all berths*
ASIAN ISLAND ODYSSEY
19 DAYS | 17 June – 5 July 2027
Taipei – Darwin
Cruise through your bucket list on this ultimate island-hopping expedition from Taipei, through the islands of the Philippines and Indonesia to Darwin. Cross the Tropic of Cancer and the Equator, swim with Whale Sharks, snorkel pristine reefs, look for the Crested Black Macaque, tiny Tarsier, explore jungles and reserves, and experience ancient cultures.
SAVE 20% on all berths*
KIMBERLEY COAST ADVENTURE CRUISE NEW VOYAGE
11 DAYS | 5-15 July 2027
Darwin, return
Explore Australia’s iconic Kimberley Coast, where ancient rock art galleries and traditions meet time-forgot landscapes, home to unique wildlife and endless adventures. Experience iconic highlights and rarely explored gems Osborn and Boongaree Islands on this ultimate Kimberley adventure.
SAVE 20% on all berths*
KIMBERLEY EXPLORER
11 DAYS | 15-25 July 2027
Darwin – Broome
Discover Australia’s iconic Kimberley coast and its towering, fractured iron-tinged red cliffs, torrential waterfalls, azure waters, hidden coves and caves, secluded white sand beaches, magnificent reefs and rare and endangered wildlife with indigenous customs and connections to an ancient land, and rich history.
SAVE 20% on all berths*
INDONESIAN EXPLORER
18 DAYS | 7-24 October 2027
Bali – Madang (flight) – Cairns
Discover paradise on an authentic expedition cruise through Indonesia’s remote and little-known tropical islands and islets. Walk alongside Komodo Dragons, experience forgotten cultures on the Sepik River, swim with Whale Sharks, bask in the beauty of Raja Ampat, Seram Island and more!
Updates: Our 2027 voyage follows our 2025 itinerary with a hotel night in Bali and sailing north over Papua New Guinea including Kodia Island, Seram Island, Manokwari & Arfak Mountains, Cenderawasih Marine Park, Biak & Rusbasbedas, Liki Island, Jayapura and Sepik River, finishing in Madang with a charter flight to Cairns.
+ Includes Madang to Cairns flight*
SAVE 20% on all berths*
DISCOVER THE SECRETS OF MELANESIA
17 DAYS | 23 October – 8 November 2027
Cairns (flight) – Madang – Port Vila
Sail into a world few will ever experience, where unique time-honoured traditions and elaborately costumed dancers welcome us into their world. Explore tropical island outposts and rarely visited islands as we discover Papua New Guinea, the Solomon Islands and Vanuatu.
Updates: Our 2027 voyage follows our 2025 itinerary with a hotel night in Cairns and charter flight to Madang, sailing to Port Vila, Vanuatu including Sepik River, Manus Island, New Hanover, New Georgia Islands, Malaita, Nendo and the Torres Islands.
+ Includes Cairns to Madang flight*
SAVE 20% on Suites & 10% on all other berths*
*T&Cs apply, new bookings only, excludes landing fees and optional extras, cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer, limited availability or until sold out, when booked by 27 February 2026. Save 20% on Discover the Islands of Japan, Japan’s National Parks, Art & Culture, Sacred Japan & South Korea, Asian Island Odyssey, Kimberley Coast Adventure, Kimberley Explorer and Indonesian Explorer save 20% on all berths, only. Micronesia’s Atolls & Islands Odyssey and Discover the Secrets of Melanesia save 20% on suites and 10% on all remaining berths. Included flights are charter flights.
(Heritage Expeditions Announces Two New Voyages with First Wave 2027-28 Season Sale)
