Key Aspects:
- Coral Princess will operate a 115-night world voyage in 2028.
- The Princess ship will sail 36,000 nautical miles as it visits 49 ports in 24 different countries.
- Guests can look forward to a new destination, extended port calls, and new shore excursions.
Princess Cruises has just announced one of the most exciting world cruises yet for Coral Princess.
The Coral-class flagship will depart on an epic 115-night sailing on January 3, 2028, with roundtrip itineraries offered from Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and Los Angeles, California.
In just under four months, Coral Princess will traverse 36,000 nautical miles, visit 24 countries on five different continents, and cross both the Equator and the International Date Line. It will visit a total of 49 different ports.
“Our 2028 World Cruise is an unparalleled voyage designed for travelers to see the world in a meaningful, immersive way — with more overnight stays, more time in port, deeper cultural connections and unforgettable moments at every turn,” said Jim Berra, Princess Cruises Chief Commercial Officer.
“Guests will embark on an exceptional and deeply rewarding journey with extraordinary exploration, effortlessly wrapped in Princess’ signature warmth,” Berra continued.
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Passengers are welcomed to remain onboard the 2,000-guest vessel for the entirety of the global voyage. Alternatively, Cruise Hive has confirmed that shorter segments ranging from 20 to 100 nights will also be offered for guests who can’t be away as long.
An Exciting Global Itinerary
Coral Princess is no stranger to world cruises and is currently in the middle of a 131-night Circle Pacific Voyage, which is a route that avoids regional tensions in the Red Sea and the Suez Canal.
Another 129-night Circle Pacific Voyage is scheduled for 2027, which will visit 61 iconic destinations across three continents.
But what makes the newly unveiled 2028 cruise extra special is that the 2003-launched ship will make her maiden call at Mossel Bay, South Africa.
Mossel Bay is not only a charming coastal town, but alsoa UNESCO World Heritage Site with stunning coastal caves that hold some of the earliest evidence of modern human culture that dates back more than 160,000 years.
In addition to visiting South Africa, the 91,627-gross ton vessel will sail to the Panama Canal, Hawaii and the South Pacific (including Samoa and Fiji), Australia, New Zealand, the Indian Ocean (Mauritius and Réunion Island), and Casablanca, Morocco (Africa).
A significant portion of the voyage will also be spent in Europe, with port calls scheduled in the Mediterranean (i.e., Barcelona and Sicily) and the Adriatic Sea (i.e., Dubrovnik).
After completing the European portion of the sailing, the ship will cross the Atlantic Ocean to return to North America.
Extended Calls & New Excursions
In order to make the most of all the exciting destinations on the itinerary, Princess Cruises is offering ten extended port calls and brand new shore excursions.
Late-night visits will take place in bucket list destinations like Barcelona, Spain; Casablanca, Morocco; Honolulu, Hawaii; and Sydney and Melbourne in Australia.
Guests will also enjoy even longer, overnight calls in Cape Town, South Africa, and Auckland, New Zealand.
“These extended calls let guests experience each destination after dark. Highlights include world‑class dining and wine in South Africa, Mediterranean cultural treasures, Hawaii’s vibrant island life, and the cosmopolitan energy of Australia and Europe,” Princess Cruises stated.
In terms of tours, Princess Cruises is offering safari adventures to Africa’s top five celebrated game preserves. These include the Aquila Game Reserve and the Pumba Private Game Reserve, which is famous for its white lions.
Captain’s Circle Members (Princess Cruises’ Loyalty Program) may also be eligible for a $3,000 onboard credit, which can be put toward shore excursions like these.
The 2028 world cruise is already available for booking directly through the cruise line or through qualified travel professionals, including Cruise Hive.
