REGENT SEVEN SEAS CRUISES INTRODUCES 12 NEW EPICUREAN EXPLORER TOURS

Discover Exclusive Chef-Led Culinary Experiences in 2025

Regent Seven Seas Cruises®, the world's premier ultra-luxury cruise line, is redefining gastronomic travel with 12 newly curated Epicurean Explorer Tours. These exclusive, cuisine-focused shore excursions will take travellers on immersive culinary adventures across Asia, Europe, Canada, and New England.

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Culinary Travel at Its Finest

“With these thoughtfully designed Epicurean Explorer Tours, we’re providing a transformative experience that connects ultra-luxury travelers deeply with the cultural heart of each destination through its most fundamental expression: food,” said Jason Montague, incoming Chief Luxury Officer, Regent Seven Seas Cruises. “At Regent, we don’t just take our guests to their most desired destinations; we offer them the chance to explore through unique shore excursions while enjoying the highest standards of service aboard The World’s Most Luxurious Fleet®.”

Unrivaled Culinary Exploration

Each Epicurean Explorer Tour is meticulously crafted to highlight regional culinary traditions. From foraging in Invergordon, Scotland, to savoring premium Kobe beef in Osaka, Japan, guests will enjoy exclusive, intimate experiences.

Limited to just 18 guests per tour
Duration: 3 to 7 hours
Price range: $129 to $489 per guest
Onboard culinary classes available on select tours

“These tours are designed following extensive in-destination research by our team of esteemed chefs,” said Chef Kathryn Kelly, Executive Chef and Director of Culinary Enrichment at Regent Seven Seas Cruises. “Our passionate culinary professionals love sharing in-depth food knowledge with our valued guests.”

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Featured Epicurean Explorer Tours

Mediterranean & Northern Europe

Amsterdam, Netherlands: Plant-to-Plate Luncheon – A chef-led farm-to-table dining experience at Restaurant De Kas, featuring ingredients from an on-site greenhouse.
Belfast, Ireland: Coastal Flavors of County Down – Forage along Dundrum Bay with BBC chef Paul Cunningham before indulging in fresh seafood and chowder.
Invergordon, Scotland: Foraging & Scottish Cooking Class – Gather local ingredients and prepare Cullen Skink before sampling award-winning haggis.
Valencia, Spain: Albufera Lake & Paella – Experience a hands-on paella-making session at a traditional Spanish restaurant.
Valletta, Malta: Artisanal Malta Treasures – Discover Malta’s culinary heritage through bread-making, pastizzi preparation, and family-owned bakeries.

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Canada & New England

Halifax, Nova Scotia: Cider & Chowder – Explore Nova Scotia’s cider scene and enjoy a signature seafood chowder and crobster roll.
Quebec City, Canada: Culinary Journey through Île d’Orléans – Sample artisanal maple products, fresh pastries, and herbal teas on this gourmet island tour.
Victoria, British Columbia: Infusions: Flowers, Tea & Honey – Indulge in afternoon tea at Butchart Gardens followed by a honey-tasting experience.

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Asia

Busan, South Korea: Busan Markets Tour – Discover Jagalchi Fish Market and Gukje Market before preparing authentic Korean dishes onboard.
Kobe, Japan: Culinary Journey through Kobe – Experience traditional Japanese knife-making and enjoy Kobe beef teppanyaki with a view of Osaka Castle.
Kochi, Japan: Tataki Culinary Tradition – Learn to prepare “katsuo no tataki”—seared bonito fish cooked over an open flame.
Shimizu, Japan: Japanese Fish Essentials Tour – Visit Kashi-no-Ichi fish market, followed by a sushi-making class led by a master chef.

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These 12 new Epicurean Explorer Tours bring the total collection to 46 immersive culinary experiences, enhancing Regent’s reputation for unparalleled gastronomic travel.

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About Regent Seven Seas Cruises®

For over 30 years, Regent Seven Seas Cruises® has been the leading name in ultra-luxury cruising. With ships accommodating between 496 and 850 guests, the fleet offers all-suite accommodations with nearly all featuring private balconies. Regent’s all-inclusive cruise fares cover: