4 ships in Azamara's cruise fleet. Photo: Azamara Cruises The cruise company Azamara Cruises has announced its longest world cruise ever.
The cruise will begin in 2027 and last for 188 nights, passing through 5 continents, 37 countries, and 103 destinations.
The company's cruise, which has a fleet of 4 ships, will depart from San Francisco on January 5th, 2027, and proceed to Hawaii before heading south to Polynesia (Bora Bora, Tahiti, Samoa, Tonga, Fiji), New Zealand, Tasmania, and the southern coast of Australia. The ship will sail to Bali, Indonesia, and begin a two-month journey in Asia including stops in Thailand, Vietnam, China, Japan, and more.
Additionally, the Azamara Quest will cross the Pacific Ocean to Alaska before encircling North America (via the Panama Canal) to St. John's, Newfoundland, Canada. Finally, Azamara Quest will sail a transatlantic journey to Northern Europe, visiting Ireland, Germany, Latvia, Estonia, Sweden, and more before concluding the mentioned cruise in Copenhagen, Denmark on July 12th.
Cruise route. Image from the company's website"Azamara Cruises, the small cruise company, is excited to unveil details and open bookings for its 2027 global cruise onboard the Azamara Quest. This extraordinary 188-night journey around the globe explores 37 countries, 103 destinations, and 5 continents. This once-in-a-lifetime cruise combines Azamara's unique small and intimate ship experience with visits to some of the most famous cities in the world, including Sydney, Hong Kong, Tokyo, New York, Amsterdam, and Stockholm," the company stated in its announcement.
Dondra Ritzenthaler, CEO of Azamara Cruises: "For our 2027 world cruise, we have created an incredible itinerary that will bring our guests to the doorsteps of sought-after destinations around the globe. Imagine sailing south to Stewart Island, New Zealand, and as far north as Helsinki, Finland, all in one cruise. We stop to see the world's most beautiful skylines and bridges. It truly will be an extraordinary and unforgettable journey - one that I hope our longtime friends and new friends will jump on."
As expected, the price for such a long cruise is reserved for those with deep pockets. Starting from $101,178 per person in an interior room to over $213,000 per person in a suite.
According to the company's announcement, those booking the longest cruise will enjoy exclusive benefits valued at over $40,000 per room. They will also enjoy an onboard credit of $8,500, 15 exclusive events, unlimited laundry, onboard medical consultation, and pre-cruise benefits such as a flight credit, a one-night hotel stay, transfers, and a $500 luggage shipment reimbursement. Guests will also enjoy unlimited Wi-Fi and upgrades to the premium beverage package at no charge on this cruise.
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