Abercrombie & Kent (A&K) has announced the first five itineraries in a collection of 10 new A&K x Crystal Cruises voyages debuting in 2027. The expansion follows strong demand for the partnership’s inaugural sailing departing in August 2026, which sold out within weeks of its announcement.
The 2027 collection will continue to see A&K Travel Group (AKTG) bring together the industry’s top destination experts and the world’s leading ultra-luxury ocean offering. Each voyage includes A&K’s signature enrichment programming, exclusive access, and the leadership of its team of experts. Guests enjoy all of this while sailing aboard Crystal’s celebrated fleet, known for its dining, spacious veranda suites, and service.
“The overwhelming demand for our 2026 pilot voyage demonstrated something extraordinary,” Fernando Delgado, chief product officer at AKTG, said in a statement. “Guests instantly connected with the combination of A&K’s deep cultural expertise and Crystal’s unparalleled onboard atmosphere. That success gave us the momentum to expand into 2027 with even more departures, more destinations and more opportunities for travelers to experience cultural exploration with both brands at their very best.”
Each voyage begins with a two-night stay at a luxury hotel selected by A&K, featuring programming designed to immerse travelers in the destination. With priority embarkation privileges, guests sail in Sapphire Veranda Suites aboard Crystal Serenity or Crystal Symphony, with solo travelers accommodated in Aquamarine Veranda Suites at no single supplement. Onboard, guests enjoy dining across eight restaurants, including the only Nobu at sea, as well as personalized service from nearly one staff per guest, including dedicated butler service. In addition to Crystal’s full range of amenities and entertainment, A&K guests participate in a program of exclusive events, special dinners and expert-led lectures during the voyage.
A choice of included, carefully curated shore excursions are designed by A&K’s network of local specialists, with experiences structured to support local communities and create direct cultural connections.
A Voyage Around Italy (May 9-20, 2027)
- The journey begins in Venice with two nights at the San Clemente Palace, including time to stroll the canals and sample wine from the city’s only remaining vineyard before boarding Crystal Symphony for an exploration of Italy, Croatia, and Malta.
- Highlights include the terracotta cities of Emilia-Romagna, the brilliant Byzantine mosaics of Ravenna, and the layered Mediterranean history of Korčula and Valletta.
- Culinary experiences range from artisanal pasta in Bologna and farm-fresh dishes in Bari to Naples’ iconic pizza, before the voyage concludes in Rome.
- 12 days from $23,495 USD
The Insider’s Mediterranean (May 25-June 3, 2027)
- Spanning Malta, Sardinia, Tunisia, and Spain, this itinerary showcases the Mediterranean’s cultural richness through sun-drenched old towns, medieval cathedrals, and ancient megalithic sites.
- The voyage begins with two nights in Valletta at the Corinthia Palace, followed by immersive sailing aboard Crystal Symphony. In Tunis, guests encounter a blend of Arab and African influences in the city’s vibrant souks and at the Ennejma Ezzahra Palace.
- Culinary highlights include learning the art of paella in its birthplace of Valencia, tasting Mallorca’s hierbas liqueur, and sampling fine wines from each region.
- 10 days from $22,200 USD
Europe’s Culinary Atlantic Coast (Jun 26-Jul 9, 2027)
- Designed for food and wine enthusiasts, this voyage aboard Crystal Symphony explores the culinary traditions of Portugal, Spain, France, Guernsey, and England.
- The itinerary includes two nights in Lisbon at the Tivoli Avenida Liberdade, with experiences ranging from tapas tastings and port wine in Porto to vineyard visits in the Douro Valley and Bordeaux, and oyster tastings fresh from the waters of Arcachon. Historic exploration includes the D-Day beaches of Normandy and the wartime legacies of the Channel Islands, along with scenic experiences at the Isle of Wight’s coastal cliffs and hikes atop the Grande Dune du Pilat, Europe’s tallest sand dune.
- 14 days from $27,495 USD
Autumn in New York and Canada (Sep 8-21, 2027)
- Beginning with a stay at The Chatwal in Midtown Manhattan, this journey uncovers lesser-known stories of New York before guests board Crystal Serenity to follow autumn foliage north through New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, and Quebec.
- The voyage highlights Canada’s coastal beauty through hikes along seaside trails, visits to tidal caves and wetlands, maritime heritage experiences in Halifax and Sydney, a seafood harvest off Prince Edward Island, and wildlife encounters including whale watching in Saguenay and visits to a northern gannet colony on Bonaventure Island.
- Cultural immersion offers insight into Acadian, Mi’kmaw, Mi’gmaq, and Wendat traditions.
- 14 days from $22,495 USD
French Riviera to Lisbon (Oct 6-18, 2027)
- This Mediterranean voyage aboard Crystal Symphony spans six countries, traveling from Monaco through France, Italy, and Corsica, across the Balearic Islands and Spain, and concluding along Portugal’s Algarve coast.
- The itinerary opens with a stay at the Hôtel Métropole Monte-Carlo, featuring exclusive access to the Casino de Monte-Carlo and the Prince’s Palace, including his personal car collection.
- Highlights include a private after-hours visit to Barcelona’s Picasso Museum, explorations of Lucca and Pisa, visits to the marble quarries of Carrara, and immersive encounters with the island cultures of Corsica and Menorca.
- 13 days from $25,495 USD
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