Princess Cruises Opens Bookings for 115-Day 2028 World Cruise

Princess Cruises has opened bookings for an epic 115-day World Cruise in 2028, a globe-spanning voyage aboard Coral Princess that will visit dozens of destinations across five continents.

Coral Princess to Host Ambitious 2028 Global Voyage

Set to depart in January 2028, the newly announced 115-day World Cruise will be operated by Coral Princess, one of the line’s more intimate ships with capacity for around 2,000 guests. According to Princess Cruises, the voyage is designed as an extended, destination-focused exploration that combines classic world-cruise glamour with a more boutique onboard atmosphere.

The itinerary will encompass approximately 36,000 nautical miles and visit close to 50 ports of call across 24 countries and five continents. Highlights include transits of the Panama Canal and crossings of both the Equator and the International Date Line, ticking off several bucket-list milestones for world-cruise enthusiasts in a single journey.

Coral Princess has an established track record with long-haul itineraries and previous world cruises, and Princess is positioning the 2028 edition as an evolution of those sailings. The company is emphasizing a balance between iconic marquee cities and lesser-known ports that will appeal to well-traveled cruisers seeking fresh experiences.

Bookings opened this week, with Princess touting a range of early-booking incentives for full-voyage guests and a selection of shorter “segment” options for travelers who want to join only part of the global route.

Route Highlights From the Pacific to the Mediterranean

The 2028 World Cruise is scheduled to depart from Los Angeles and first head south and east, with a full transit of the Panama Canal before turning toward the Pacific. From there, the ship will call in Hawaii and island nations across the South Pacific, offering sea days interspersed with calls to destinations such as Samoa and Fiji, known for their lagoons, coral reefs and Polynesian culture.

Australia and New Zealand feature prominently on the itinerary, including stops in major cities like Sydney, Melbourne and Auckland, along with scenic destinations renowned for wildlife, coastal scenery and wine regions. The route is expected to appeal to guests looking to combine urban experiences with access to national parks and outdoor adventures.

From Australasia, Coral Princess will cross the Indian Ocean to visit remote island destinations such as Mauritius and Réunion Island, then continue to South Africa. An overnight stay in Cape Town will give guests additional time to explore the city’s waterfront, Table Mountain and surrounding wine country, while a maiden call to Mossel Bay is set to add a lesser-known but historically rich port to the program.

Turning north, the voyage will trace Africa’s west coast before entering the Mediterranean. Planned calls include cultural and historic centers such as Barcelona and ports in Sicily and along the Adriatic, as well as North African favorites including Casablanca. The final leg of the journey will see Coral Princess cross the Atlantic back to North America, closing the circle of the extended global itinerary.

Deeper Cultural Immersion and UNESCO-Rich Itinerary

Princess Cruises is positioning the 2028 World Cruise as a culturally immersive journey, with the line highlighting access to nearly 40 UNESCO World Heritage Sites across the voyage. From historic old towns and archaeological ruins in the Mediterranean to natural wonders in the Pacific and along the African coast, shore excursions are being curated to emphasize both cultural context and responsible tourism.

In South Africa, the inclusion of Mossel Bay provides access to coastal caves that contain some of the earliest known evidence of modern human behavior, a draw for guests interested in prehistory and anthropology. Elsewhere, calls in Europe and the Pacific will connect passengers with historic city centers, wine regions, and sacred sites, while select overnights and late-night departures are intended to allow more time ashore.

Princess plans to complement destination days with an expanded onboard enrichment program. Lectures from guest speakers, regionally inspired culinary offerings and performances by local artists brought on in select ports are expected to give passengers opportunities to delve deeper into the cultures they are visiting without leaving the ship.

For many long-cruise veterans, the mix of headline destinations and lesser-known ports is a key selling point. The 2028 plan aims to attract both first-time world cruisers and repeat guests who are looking for new ports or longer stays in familiar favorites.

Onboard Experience Tailored to Long-Haul Cruisers

With nearly four months at sea, Princess is tailoring the Coral Princess onboard experience specifically for long-haul guests. The line is emphasizing spacious public areas, multiple dining venues and a variety of entertainment and wellness options as central components of the 2028 World Cruise product.

Dining will combine Princess mainstays with rotating regional menus inspired by the areas the ship visits, from Pacific island flavors to Mediterranean and African influences. Specialty restaurants, wine tastings and themed culinary events are expected to play a prominent role across the 115 days, giving guests a sense of progression that mirrors the evolving itinerary.

For sea days, Coral Princess will offer a full schedule of activities that range from destination lectures and language classes to fitness programs and spa treatments. Long itineraries typically foster a strong sense of community among passengers, and Princess will likely lean into that dynamic with recurring social events, themed evenings and interest-based gatherings.

Accommodation categories run from inside cabins to balcony staterooms and suites, with full-voyage guests often prioritizing extra space and outdoor access. Early-booking promotions and loyalty perks are geared toward those committing to the entire 115-day journey, although shorter segments will also be available for travelers who prefer a more limited time at sea.

Booking Window Opens for Full Voyage and Segments

The 2028 World Cruise is now on sale through Princess Cruises and travel advisors, giving would-be world cruisers nearly two years to plan, secure preferred cabin categories and spread out payments. Industry analysts expect strong interest from repeat Princess guests and retirees seeking an extended, all-in-one exploration of multiple regions without repeated long-haul flights.

Pricing varies by stateroom type and length of participation, with the full 115-day voyage representing the flagship product. Segment options are anticipated to focus on distinct legs of the journey, such as Pacific islands and Australasia, the Indian Ocean and South Africa, or the Mediterranean and Atlantic crossing, allowing passengers to choose the region that best fits their travel goals and time constraints.

For the broader cruise industry, the 2028 announcement signals continued confidence in demand for ultra-long itineraries. As more lines bring back or expand their world-cruise programs, competition for distinctive routes and lesser-visited ports is intensifying, and Princess is using Coral Princess’s 2028 schedule to underscore its commitment to far-reaching global voyages.

With bookings underway and details of shore excursions and onboard programming to be refined over the coming months, the 115-day 2028 World Cruise represents one of Princess Cruises’ most ambitious deployment plans yet, targeting travelers eager to commit to a single, around-the-world journey in one extended sailing.