Luxury cruise line Seabourn has sold Seabourn Sojourn to Japanese travel operator Mitsui Ocean Cruises, with the ship due to be delivered in May 2026

Seabourn will charter the 458-guest ship from Mitsui Ocean Cruises in order to complete all published voyages up until 15 May 2026, at which point the vessel will be deployed by its new owners in a market that is not competitive with its former owner.

The sale is the second time Mitsui Ocean Cruises has purchased a ship from Seabourn, with Seabourn Odyssey exchanging hands in March 2023.

Mark Tamis, president, Seabourn, said: “With this transition, Seabourn will have one of the youngest and most modern fleets in the business, perfectly suited to offer the private yacht-like experience that makes us one of the world’s most popular choices in ultra-luxury cruising.

“Our award-winning ocean ships combined with our two recently launched expedition ships give us the right mix to serve these important categories in the ultra-luxury travel market while providing our guests with special Seabourn moments in over 500 destinations on seven continents.”

Both guests and agents with bookings on Seabourn Sojourn after 15 May 2026 will be alerted with details on rebooking options.