Royal Caribbean has just announced new of a brand-new world tour sailing in 2023. In a first for the cruise line, the Ultimate World Cruise will offer an epic adventure of 274-nights across all seven continents.
The cruise visits 150 destinations in 65 countries and visits 11 great wonders of the world including Peru’s Machu Picchu, the Taj Mahal in India and Japan’s iconic Mount Fuji.
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Guests will spend their sailing on-board Serenade of the Seas in what will be the longest and most comprehensive world cruise out there. CEO and President of Royal Caribbean, Michael Bayley said:
“This is the world cruise of world cruises […] Now more than ever, people have resolved to travel the world and make up for lost time. Royal Caribbean is making that a reality with the ultimate vacation that welcomes those seeking adventure and exploration to taste, dance and dream with us around the world. To travelers asking themselves where they should go next, we say everywhere.”
The full Ultimate World Cruise starts on 10th December 2023, sailing until 10th September 2024. There’s also four expedition sailings available which offer a wide range of destinations as world cruise sectors, so you can experience this brand-new offering on a smaller scale.
Highlights include Casablanca, Morocco; Qaqortoq, Greenland; and Shimizu, Japan – the gateway to Mount Fuji, Peru’s Machu Picchu and the Taj Mahal in India.
Those booking the full Ultimate World Cruise will explore the world in style aboard Serenade of the Seas, with signature award-winning Royal Caribbean experiences and amenities. Inclusions for this sailing include:
- Business Class Airfare
- Premium transportation
- Evening of festivities and accommodations at a 5* hotel prior to sailing
Those part of the Platinum status of the Crown & Anchor Society will also receive a bonus Seven New World Wonders shore excursion package in addition to other perks, including a Deluxe Beverage package, VOOM Wi-Fi, laundry service and more.
The Ultimate World Cruise is available to book from today, while the four sectors will be available as soon as December 2021. These itineraries feature the following:
Round the Horn: Americas and Antarctica Expedition
10th December 2023 – 11th February 2024 – Three continents, 36 destinations, four wonders
The once-in-a-lifetime journey begins in Miami, the cruise capital of the world, and sets course for postcard-perfect Caribbean destinations – like the ABC islands (Aruba, Bonaire and Curacao) – before heading to glacier-studded Antarctica and around Cape Horn. Travellers can take in four of the world’s stunning wonders along the way in Central and South America, including Chichen Itza in Cozumel, Mexico; the largest art deco sculpture in the world, Christ the Redeemer, in Rio de Janeiro – where they’ll celebrate New Year’s Eve – and the largest waterfall system on the planet, Iguazu Falls near Buenos Aires, Argentina. One of the most iconic symbols of ancient Inca civilization and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Machu Picchu, awaits in Peru, while sunshine and glamour will welcome guests in Los Angeles.
Wonders of Asia and the Pacific Expedition
11th February – 9th May 2024 – Three continents, 40 destinations, three wonders
Guests will venture miles from the ordinary in Oceania, Asia and beyond on the cruise’s next showstopping leg. They can discover the beauty and adventure throughout the Hawaiian Islands’ world-renowned mountainous landscapes and black sand beaches before sailing south to Moorea and Tahiti, French Polynesia, for sapphire blue skies and crystal-clear waters. The thrills continue with an exploration of New Zealand, before a deep-dive into Australia’s Great Barrier Reef – the only living thing on the planet that’s visible from space. Pristine natural beauty in Bali, Indonesia, is soon followed by two of the most iconic manmade world wonders, the Great Wall of China and India’s Taj Mahal, and gems of the South Pacific – from Vietnam to Malaysia. Rounding out the expedition are endless possibilities in Japan, with unparalleled culture in Tokyo, street food in Osaka and the tropical beaches of Okinawa.
Middle East Treasures and Marvels of the Med Expedition
9th May – 10th July 2024 – Three continents, 44 destinations, four wonders
This expedition begins in glamorous Dubai, United Arab Emirates, and brings many of history’s greatest mysteries, myths and legends to life. Adventurers can uncover ancient sites and more world wonders from the times of emperors and pharaohs, like Jordan’s lost city of Petra, the Pyramids of Giza in Egypt, Temple of Artemis in Ephesus, Turkey, and the Colosseum in Rome. There are also less-travelled places to explore, such as Greece’s Olympia, once a sanctuary site to honour Zeus and the location of the first Olympic games. The journey only continues to even more destinations known for their storied history — like Split, Croatia, and Cannes and Provence in France.
Capitals of Culture
July 10 – Sept. 10, 2024 – Three continents, 40 destinations
The final leg of the Ultimate World Cruise is an immersive, cultural experience that begins in the Mediterranean and heads north. At travellers’ fingertips is the opportunity to discover Barcelona’s brilliant architecture, including Antoni Gaudi’s famed Sagrada Familia and whimsical Park Guell, and savour new flavours across continents — such as an indulgent lunch in a Parisian bistro and a dinner of tagine and mint tea in Morocco. Museums, theatres and galleries line the streets of St. Petersburg, Russia, while larger-than-life fjords await in Norway. Guests can reflect on their epic voyage in the geothermal waters of the Blue Lagoon in Iceland before visiting New York on their way back to Miami.
Call to book today if you’re a Cruise & Anchor Society Member or call to pre-register your interest
Call our Cruise Concierge today to book the Ultimate World Cruise for yourself. World Cruise sectors are available to book from December 2021. You can pre-register for the world cruise sectors here >
Pre-register for World Cruise Sectors
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