The Ultimate World Cruise is one for the record books. Royal Caribbean has just announced a journey that will be nine months long and visit 65 countries and all seven continents.
The big cruise that’s a full two months longer than any world circuit ever done before comes on a big ship, Royal Caribbean’s 2,143-passenger Serenade of the Seas.
“To travelers asking themselves where they should go next, we say everywhere,” quipped Michael Bayley, Royal Caribbean’s CEO making the announcement.
The 274- day journey starting Dec. 10 2023 is also available in shorter segments for those who don’t have all the time in the world:
1) Round the Horn: The first two months starting in Miami Dec. 10 and sailing to Caribbean islands, Central America, South America and Antarctica. It’ll take place from Dec. 10, 2023, to Feb. 11, 2024, and include stops at 36 places.
2) Wonders of Asia and the Pacific Expedition: Three months from Feb. 11 to May 9, 2024, will include stops at 40 destinations across Oceania and Asia including ports in Hawaii, French Polynesia, New Zealand, Australia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Vietnam, China and Japan.
3) Middle East Treasures and Marvels of the Med Expedition: From May 9, 2024, to July 10, 2024, this segment includes 44 destinations across the Middle East and Europe, from Dubai and Egypt to Turkey and Italy.
4) Capitals of Culture: From July 10, 2024, to Sept. 10, 2024, this two-month segment includes 40 destinations across Europe, North Africa , the Baltic and Iceland to North America.
Fares for the full world cruise will start at $60,999 per person, plus taxes and fees, and include business-class airfare to reach the ship, transfers and an evening of festivities and accommodations at a five-star hotel before setting sail.
In addition, Crown & Anchor Society Platinum status members and above will receive a bonus shore excursion package, beverage package, free onboard Wi-Fi access and free onboard laundry service.
