When you’re booking a luxury cruise with Regent Seven Seas Cruises (RSSC), one of the key questions often asked is: how much will the drinks cost? More specifically, if there is a “drink package” option, what is the cost, and does it make financial and practical sense for your voyage? In the case of Regent Seven Seas Cruises, things are somewhat different from many mainstream cruise lines, and this article will explore in detail the drink-inclusion policy, any package options (if applicable), potential costs, and whether you’ll be getting value from it.
To understand any drink package cost, it’s essential to first understand what RSSC already includes in their standard fare. Regent is positioned in the ultra-luxury segment of the cruise world. Unlike many mass-market lines where drinks, specialty dining, WiFi, shore excursions, or gratuities may be extra, Regent heavily leans toward an all-inclusive model. For example: Premium bar drinks, select wines and spirits, bottled water, non‐alcoholic beverages and sometimes shore excursions are included in the fare. One source, for instance, explicitly states that “Alcoholic beverages, including fine wines, beer and premium spirits, are included in the cruise fare.” That immediately impacts the question of “how much is the drink package?”, because if most drinks are already included, then the concept of an additional drink package may be moot or minimal.
Because the base fare covers a lot, the “drink package” discussion for Regent is not identical to other lines that charge separately for beverages. In essence, the drink cost question for RSSC becomes more about: “What is not included? What are the upgrades or ultra-premium drinks? What do you need to pay extra for, if at all?” Understanding this helps frame the value equation.
Here are some of the key drink-and-beverage inclusions you can expect on a Regent cruise (subject to the sailing, ship, and itinerary):
Standard bar drinks: beer, wine by the glass, spirits, cocktails, and non-alcoholic beverages. According to the alcohol policy document, “Alcoholic beverages, including fine wines, beer and premium spirits, are included in the cruise fare.”
Bottled water, tea, coffee, soft drinks, still and sparkling water – often standard. For example, promotional value comparisons show “BAR DRINKS & WINE (with gratuities)” included in the fare.
Gratuities on drinks (and broader services) and most dining, specialty restaurants and even shore excursions may also be included in the fare. This means you don’t necessarily have a separate drink tab creeping up.
What this means: You may not need to purchase a separate “drink package” in the conventional sense because Regent already covers the vast majority of typical beverage consumption. Many travellers believe their drinks are “free” (or included). Thus, the cost question is not “what’s the drink package price?” but rather “how much extra should I expect to spend for premium upgrades or unlimited ultra-premium options?”
To answer this: in most cases, no. There isn’t a widely advertised separate drink package with a daily per-person fee akin to what mainstream cruise lines (e.g., mass market) offer. Traditional drink-packages are designed for lines where you pay separately for alcohol and many non‐alcoholic premium drinks. On Regent, many of those are included.
For example, one forum commentary states: “The big difference between RSSC… is you don’t have a tip of about 15% added onto every single bar tab.” Another site states under “INCLUDED” for the value comparison: “BAR DRINKS & WINE + SOFT DRINKS & BOTTLED WATER – INCLUDED” for seven-night Alaska voyage.
Some value guides show that the cost of drinks assumed for comparison is set at (for example) $25 per person per day for bar drinks + wine, plus $10 per person per day for “frozen drinks/soft drinks/bottled water”, in order to contrast with other lines. That again underscores that Regent already includes these items, so the “drink package” cost is often zero, insofar as typical drinks are concerned.
However, there may be upgrades or special packages for ultra-premium wines, rare spirits, or special venues. The key is that the standard drinks are included in your fare, so the cost question shifts to upgrades rather than basic package purchase.
Even though the typical drink consumption may be included, there are still circumstances where you might pay extra. Some of these include:
Ultra-premium wines, champagnes, or spirits that are on the “Connoisseur List” or specialty bar menus. Many luxury lines mark these items as excluded from the base fare. In Regent’s alcohol policy it states: “The line does, however, have a Connoisseur’s list of ultra-premium wines and liquors that cost extra.”
Outside purchases: If you bring your own alcohol, the policy may allow it, but you might not have a corkage fee; still, the consumption of ultra-premium items or rare vintage wines might prompt extra charges.
Specialty events: Some tastings or exclusive events (wine pairings, premium spirits tastings, private lounges) may carry additional charges.
Elevated itineraries or suite categories: On some ultra-luxury or “world cruise” itineraries, the general fare is extraordinarily high and includes nearly everything—including premium wines and champagnes—so the incremental cost for beverages is minimal. But your actual “cost” per drink is baked into the fare.
Third-party purchases: For example, boutique or duty-free items purchased on board (rare whiskies, high-end wines) are separate.
So if you’re wondering “how much is the drink package?”, the answer is: for normal consumption, the cost is essentially included; for upgrades, the cost depends on which premium items you select.
While Regent does not publish a simple “drink package per day” price, we can infer from value-comparison documents how much might be “built in” or considered as typical value. For example, one value comparison for a seven-night Alaska cruise on Regent lists for “BAR DRINKS & WINE (with gratuities)” as included and in the same table shows an alternate value of $70 per person per day (approx) in the “packaged not included” column. And another listing shows an assumed value of $25 + $10 per person per day in a comparison which is used for competitor lines.
What this suggests is that if you were on a less inclusive line you might pay around $35 per person per day for standard drinks. Because those are included on Regent, you don’t pay that. Thus the “value” of what’s included could be estimated at $30‐$70 per person per day depending on itinerary and expectations.
If you then choose to drink ultra-premium spirits, rare wines, etc., you could easily exceed that. Some travellers report that on luxury cruises that exclude everything they might pay $60‐$70 or more per day for drinks. For instance, one blog referenced for another luxury line estimated ~$70 per person per day for “unlimited alcohol and premium wines” at a competitor.
Therefore, if you were to buy “everything” as an upgrade on Regent that isn’t included, you might be looking at incremental costs of dozens of dollars per drink or hundreds of dollars per day—but that is optional, not mandatory.
Given that standard drinks are included, the real question for you is: will you drink enough outside of what’s included to make an additional package or upgrades worthwhile? Here are some factors to help you decide.
Ask yourself: how many cocktails, wines, specialty spirits, bottled waters, mocktails, etc., do you generally consume in a day while on vacation? If you are a heavy drinker—poolside cocktails, spa drinks, late-night spirits—you may find that you consume more than what typical inclusion assumptions cover. If you drink modestly (a couple of drinks with dinner and a cocktail here or there), then the included beverages will likely cover you completely. Because on Regent you’re essentially already on an “included beverage” model, you likely don’t need to stress about buying a drink-package.
Check your particular sailing: what is included in your cabin fare? If your fare is an ultra-inclusive suite fare on Regent, chances are many things are included (bar drinks, WiFi, excursions, shore transfers). In that case you may not need a separate package. Some value comparison guides show that “SHORE EXCURSIONS, BAR DRINKS & WINE, GRATUITIES, WIFI, TRANSFERS” are all included. That means your drinks baseline is already covered.
If you love ultra-premium wines or premium spirits, you’ll need to check the menus on board. Because the standard fare won’t cover the very top-tier items, you may pay a la carte for those. If you anticipate doing that several times per day, you should budget accordingly. Knowing how much those items cost onboard can help you judge if purchasing an upgrade or special package (if available) is worth it. Unfortunately, specific price lists for ultra-premium items on Regent are not widely published, so you may need to ask the cruise line or consult the bar menu once onboard.
If you are comparing cruise lines and thinking “if I go with Regent I’ll still buy a drink package”, it helps to compare: on many mass-market lines you might pay $60-$90 per day for a drink package. For example, one competitor listed a typical $70 per person per day for unlimited alcohol and premium wines. But on Regent you may not pay a daily “package” cost and instead you’re covered. So from that perspective, Regent may deliver better value for drink inclusion especially if you drink at moderate levels.
Beyond simply monetary value, there is the convenience value: Not having to track drink tabs, worry about paying for each drink, or fret whether you’ll “break even” on a package. On Regent, since many drinks are included, you can relax and drink when you feel like it without checking your bill. That has a “worth” of its own. If you’re on vacation to unwind, the peace of mind can be worth a lot—even if the pure dollar value is similar.
Let’s run through some hypothetical scenarios to illustrate how the cost and value might play out for different types of travellers on Regent.
You have one cocktail at lunch, one poolside, two glasses of wine at dinner, one nightcap.
Based on typical bar prices you might spend $10-$15 per cocktail, $8-$12 per wine, etc. Over a 7-night cruise maybe you spend $70-$100 in total if you paid a la carte on a less inclusive line. On Regent, since your standard drinks are included, you pay zero extra for that.
Conclusion: For casual drinkers, the “drink package” cost idea is irrelevant because you are already covered.
You have 2 cocktails poolside, one beer, two glasses of wine at dinner, a cocktail after dinner, and a specialty coffee or mocktail during the day. That could translate to maybe $30-$40 per day in a less inclusive line. Over a 7-night cruise that’s $210-$280. On Regent, that amount is included, so again you pay no extra.
Conclusion: The inclusive model continues to deliver strong value; no separate drink package needed.
You have several cocktails and premium spirits each day, maybe upgraded wines, late-night drinks, etc., and maybe a tasting event. On a non-inclusive line you might spend $50-$70 or more per day just on beverages. On Regent you still have many drinks included, but ultra-premium items may cost extra. Suppose you do 2‐3 upgrades a day costing $10-$20 extra each. Over 7 nights that could be $140-$420 in upgrade cost.
Conclusion: Even for heavy drinkers, because the baseline is included, you only pay the incremental cost for upgrades. Thus your “drink cost” might end up being say $150-$400 extra for the week rather than $400-$700. Whether that is worth it depends on your preferences.
From traveller feedback and community forums:
Some older forum threads show that “when we sailed on the PG [Paul Gauguin] it was difficult to actually pay for a drink. There were so many opportunities for free drinks.” While that was a different line, the point is that cruise-lines marketed as “luxury/all-inclusive” often include drinks.
A blog referencing luxury lines states: “The two truly all-inclusive lines are Silversea and Regent Seven Seas. They include accommodations, transfers, specialty dining, drink packages and shore excursions in their standard cruise fares.” That reinforces the point that Regent’s standard fare already covers many drink components.
Value comparison documents for Regent show “BAR DRINKS & WINE (with gratuities)” included and treat that as part of the fare, not an optional extra.
These suggest that you are unlikely to see a “daily drink package” cost line in your booking confirmation for Regent like you would on other lines; instead you’ll see “beverages included”.
Even though many drinks are included, there are ways to ensure you get the most value and avoid unexpected charges.
Review the bar menu on the ship early in your cruise and ask about “Connoisseur list” items or premium supplements. Knowing which drinks are included and which cost extra helps.
Ask your concierge or butler about any tasting events or premium wine dinners; find out if there is an additional fee.
If you plan to drink premium wines or rare spirits, budget accordingly for the upgrade cost. Choose smartly: maybe one or two premium nights rather than every day.
Bring your own wine or spirits? Some luxury lines allow guests to bring onboard alcohol without corkage; Regent’s policy allows alcohol to be brought onboard without restrictions or corkage fees (subject to itinerary). If so, this can save money if you know you’ll drink a lot.
Enjoy non-alcoholic beverages, specialty coffees, mocktails, bottled water – all of which may be included and add to value.
Avoid getting caught with items outside the inclusions – for example ultra-premium vintage champagnes, liquor tastings, boutique bar events – if you are not prepared to pay extra, skip or ask in advance.
Consider your itinerary: If many days at sea and poolside leisure, you may drink more; if many port days and excursions, you might drink less and the inclusive value is larger.
Before booking, check the fare inclusions carefully: some promotions or reduced fares might exclude certain items or tiers of beverage inclusion; always ask what “standard beverages” mean for your sailing.
When comparing Regent to other cruise lines in terms of beverage cost and inclusions, a few things stand out:
Many mainstream cruise lines charge a daily per-person fee for drink packages (for example, $60-$90 per day for unlimited cocktails, beer, wine). These packages often include unlimited drinks but you pay daily. On such lines, you might have to drink many drinks to “break even”.
On Regent, because the standard beverage consumption is included in your fare, you already have a base level of “free” drinks. Thus the incremental cost of choosing Regent may be higher (you pay a higher cruise fare for the suite or inclusive model) but the drink cost component is less uncertain.
If you drink modestly, you’ll find Regent delivers better value because you’re not paying separately for standard drinks. If you drink heavily in premium fashion, the savings may be less dramatic but still meaningful because your baseline is included.
The convenience and worry-free nature of “drinks included” can make Regent more attractive than lines where you have to track drink tabs or tally how many drinks it will take to break even.
Thus, if you value inclusive luxury and want to avoid worrying about drink costs, Regent is arguably a strong choice in that regard. However, you must be willing to pay the higher base fare typically associated with Regent’s all‐suite luxury model.
To directly answer the question “How much is the Regent Seven Seas Cruises drink package?” — the straightforward answer is: in most cases, your standard drink consumption is already included in your cruise fare. There is generally no separate daily drink package fee for standard beverages, because Regent operates a significantly inclusive model.
If you consume normal amounts of cocktails, wine, beer, soft drinks, bottled water and spirits, you likely won’t incur extra beverage charges beyond your fare. But if you choose ultra-premium wines or spirits, rare vintage bottles, or participate in exclusive tastings, you may pay additional charges – and those costs depend on the items chosen, not a fixed “package price”.
In terms of value:
If you drink modestly or moderately, you get significant value because everything is included.
If you drink heavily and want premium items every day, you’ll still likely pay more than typical fare, but your base beverage cost remains zero, so you’re paying only for the premium upgrades.
If you compare to other cruise lines where you might pay $60-$90 per day for a drink package, Regent gives you that same baseline (or more) for no extra drink-package cost (though you pay higher cruise fare generally).
If you’re booking a Regent sailing, the practical next steps are:
Check your booking confirmation and ask specifically what beverages are included on your sailing (wine list, bar menu).
Ask about premium upgrades: which items cost extra?
Estimate your personal drink habits (how many cocktails/wines you’ll have each day) and decide how much you might spend on upgrades.
Book with the mindset that your standard beverages are covered – so relax and enjoy.
In short: For many travellers sailing with Regent Seven Seas Cruises, the “drink package” question is a non-issue because standard beverages are already covered. The real focus becomes which premium drinks you’ll choose, and whether you’ll opt for upgrades or purchase a la carte. This inclusive structure is one of the key differentiators of Regent’s luxury offering.
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