September 4, 2026
7-Night Alaska Cruise
Departing from Vancouver
From
$6,598
Price / day
$943
Seabourn Sojourn|Seabourn Encore
Seabourn Sojourn vs Seabourn Encore
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
Seabourn Encore
Built in 2017
7 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
More Spacious Ship
Seabourn Sojourn
72.2 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Seabourn Sojourn vs Seabourn Encore: Quick Comparison
Seabourn Encore is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2017, it is 7 years newer than Seabourn Sojourn, which entered service in 2010. Seabourn Encore is approximately 24% larger by gross tonnage at 40,350 GT. Seabourn Encore also carries 185 more passengers. Seabourn Encore has upcoming sailings in Alaska. The sailings shown cover different itineraries, so the price per day figures are not a like-for-like comparison. Cruise fares vary significantly by itinerary, departure date and cabin availability, so any price difference should be treated as a snapshot rather than a permanent gap.
Ship Comparison
| Spec | Seabourn Sojourn | Seabourn Encore |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2010 | 2017Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 32,477 GT | 40,350 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 450 | 635 |
| Space per Passenger | 72.2 GT | 63.5 GT |
| Length | 198.19 m | 210 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Seabourn Sojourn vs Seabourn Encore
Age
Seabourn Encore was built in 2017, making it 7 years newer than Seabourn Sojourn, which was built in 2010.
Size
At 40,350 GT, Seabourn Encore is approximately 24% larger by gross tonnage than Seabourn Sojourn at 32,477 GT.
Passenger capacity
Seabourn Encore carries up to 635 passengers compared with 450 aboard Seabourn Sojourn, a difference of 185 passengers.
Passenger space
Seabourn Sojourn offers more space per passenger: 72.2 GT per guest, compared with 63.5 aboard Seabourn Encore. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Seabourn Sojourn and Seabourn Encore (Alaska) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Compare Ports of Call
Seabourn Encore
7-Day Glaciers & Alaska Inside Passage
- Departure Port
- Vancouver
- Region
- Alaska
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Sep 4, 2026Vancouver
- Day 2 · Sep 5, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Sep 6, 2026At Sea
- Day 4 · Sep 7, 2026Ketchikan
- Day 5 · Sep 8, 2026At Sea
- Day 6 · Sep 9, 2026At Sea
- Day 7 · Sep 10, 2026Sitka
- Day 8 · Sep 11, 2026At Sea
- Day 9 · Sep 12, 2026Hubbard Glacier
- Day 10 · Sep 13, 2026Inian Islands
- Day 11 · Sep 14, 2026Icy Strait Point
- Day 12 · Sep 15, 2026Haines
- Day 13 · Sep 16, 2026At Sea
- Day 14 · Sep 17, 2026Juneau
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Seabourn Sojourn
Seabourn Encore
September 11, 2026
7-Night Alaska Cruise
Departing from Juneau
From
$5,698
Price / day
$814
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Seabourn Sojourn
Average
$0 / day
VS
Seabourn Encore
Average
$879 / day
Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose Seabourn Sojourn if…
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You value having more space per passenger (higher GT-per-guest ratio).
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Seabourn Encore.
Choose Seabourn Encore if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You prefer the larger ship by gross tonnage.
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Alaska.
- Departing from Vancouver and Juneau works for your plans.
Seabourn Sojourn vs Seabourn Encore: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Seabourn Encore
Built in 2017
7 years newer
Bigger
Seabourn Encore
40,350 GT
24% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- Seabourn Encore is 7 years newer.
- Seabourn Encore is 24% larger by gross tonnage.
- Seabourn Encore carries 185 more passengers.
- Seabourn Sojourn offers more space per passenger (72.2 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Seabourn Sojourn or Seabourn Encore?
Seabourn Encore is newer. It was built in 2017, while Seabourn Sojourn was built in 2010, making Seabourn Encore 7 years newer.
Which is bigger, Seabourn Sojourn or Seabourn Encore?
Seabourn Encore is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 40,350 GT compared with Seabourn Sojourn at 32,477 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Seabourn Encore has a passenger capacity of approximately 635, compared with 450 for Seabourn Sojourn.
Which ship is more spacious, Seabourn Sojourn or Seabourn Encore?
Seabourn Sojourn has the higher passenger space ratio at 72.2 GT per passenger, versus 63.5 for Seabourn Encore. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
Where does Seabourn Encore sail?
The upcoming Seabourn Encore sailings currently listed cover Alaska, departing from Vancouver and Juneau.
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