World cruises 2028

What you need to know about 2028 world cruise voyages

A world cruise is not a long holiday — it is a different way of travelling entirely. Voyages on sale for 2028 run from 46 nights at the shorter end to 182 nights for a full circumnavigation, with a median of around 101 nights. That means the ship becomes home: your dining room, your social circle, your view every morning. The itinerary calls at ports across multiple continents, and the experience of watching the world pass by the rail — night after night, port after port — is unlike anything a shorter cruise offers.

Of the sailings on sale for 2028, 13 are round-trip voyages that return you to the port where you boarded, and 19 are one-way passages that finish in a different city. Both shapes suit different travellers. A round-trip lets you fly out, sail, and fly home from the same airport. A one-way voyage gives you a natural break — finish in Southampton and spend a few days exploring, or disembark in Fort Lauderdale and connect onward. On one-way itineraries, Cruise1st can sort the domestic or international connection at either end so it is not a puzzle to solve separately. Prices start from A$10,489 pp*.

Where do 2028 world cruises depart from?

Embarkation ports span several continents, so the right choice depends as much on how you want to get there as on where the itinerary goes. Here is the full picture of where these voyages set sail:

• Southampton, England — the most common departure point, with 7 sailings. Southampton is well connected by rail from across the UK, and it is the traditional home port of Cunard. If you are coming from Australia, we can add flights into London, a hotel the night before, and a transfer to the terminal — all on one booking.
• Miami, Florida — 6 sailings depart from Miami. Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades) is about half an hour away and offers 4 further sailings, so a Florida embarkation gives you a wide choice of dates and ships. Worth checking both ports when you compare.
• Los Angeles, California — 5 sailings leave from Los Angeles, making it the third-largest departure hub.
• Sydney, Australia — 2 sailings depart from Sydney. If you live nearby, you can board without a flight at all. If you are travelling from another state, a short domestic hop is all it takes to reach the terminal — far easier than flying to a northern-hemisphere port.
• Hamburg, Germany — 2 sailings embark in Hamburg, a popular choice for European-routed world voyages.

For a broader look at sailings that start on home soil, the round-world cruises from Australia page has more options. If you are weighing up your 2028 departure options more broadly, the 2028 cruises from Sydney page and the 2028 cruises from Southampton page both cover the full range for those ports.

Disembarkation ports include Southampton (8 voyages end here), Fort Lauderdale (5), Civitavecchia (the port for Rome, 3), Sydney (2), Los Angeles (2) and Miami (2). On a one-way itinerary, the finish port matters as much as the start — and if your voyage ends somewhere you want to explore, we can add hotel nights and tours there too.

Which cruise lines sail world voyages in 2028?

Cunard leads the 2028 world cruise programme, which reflects the line’s long history with grand ocean voyages. Princess Cruises is the second-largest presence, followed by MSC Cruises, Holland America Line, Azamara, and a selection of Cruise1st Packages that bundle the cruise with flights, hotels and transfers. Each line has its own style — Cunard for the formality and heritage of White Star Service, Princess for a more relaxed but still polished experience, MSC for European flair and excellent spa facilities, and Holland America for its understated elegance. Our team can help you match the line to what you actually want on board day to day.

The Princess 2027–2028 season launch covers the full scope of Princess Cruises voyages across this period, including world and extended itineraries. For something more specific, the Princess Cruises from Fremantle 2028 page covers departures from Western Australia.

Which ships sail world cruises in 2028?

Queen Anne — Cunard’s newest ship, launched 2024

Queen Anne is the newest ship in the Cunard fleet, having entered service in 2024, and it brings a noticeably contemporary energy alongside the traditions the line is known for. The Mareel Wellness & Beauty Spa is one of the standout features — a Himalayan salt sauna, cold therapy room, hydrotherapy pool and thermal suite give sea days a purpose beyond the sun deck. Dining spans 5 specialty restaurants, including Aji Wa for Japanese cuisine, Tramonto for Italian, and Sir Samuel’s as the steakhouse option. The Bright Lights Society show bar uses state-of-the-art technology and live performance for evenings that feel different from anything else at sea.

Cabin grades on Queen Anne run from compact to palatial. See the full breakdown on the Queen Anne cabins and deck plans page, or use this list as a starting point:

• Britannia Inside cabin IA (inside, 13.7 m², sleeps 2) — your own cabin steward is available around the clock, with daily turndown service included.
• Britannia Deluxe Ocean-view cabin EA (outside, 21.9 m², sleeps 2) — around 3 m² more than a standard ocean-view cabin, with a separate seating area and natural daylight through the window.
• Britannia Club Balcony cabin A1 (balcony/suite, 21.9 m², sleeps 2) — exclusive access to the Britannia Club Restaurant means a reserved table and a more intimate dining experience than the main restaurant.
• Queens Grill Grand Suite Q1 (balcony, 133.8 m², sleeps 2) — the largest suite category on board, more than twice the size of the Master Suite.

Queen Elizabeth — Cunard

Queen Elizabeth carries the hallmarks of Cunard’s golden age: Art Deco interiors, chandeliers in the grand lobby, and opulent fittings that make even a sea day feel like an occasion. The three-restaurant dining structure is central to the experience — Britannia, Princess Grill and Queens Grill each serve their own guest grades with dedicated White Star Service, so your dining room reflects the cabin grade you choose. Evening entertainment follows the traditional Cunard rhythm: nightly ballroom dancing in the Queens Room, performances at the Royal Court Theatre, and deck croquet for those who prefer their leisure with a competitive edge.

Cabin grades on Queen Elizabeth are detailed on the Queen Elizabeth cabins and deck plans page. A summary:

• Britannia Inside cabin Deluxe GB (inside, 19.2 m², sleeps 2) — around 5 m² larger than the standard inside cabin grade, which makes a real difference across a long voyage.
• Britannia Ocean-view cabin EB (outside, 18.3 m², sleeps 2) — a window to the sea brings natural daylight and a view that inside cabin guests do not have.
• Britannia Club Balcony cabin A1 (suite, 24.0 m², sleeps 2) — private balcony with sea views, exclusive to this grade within the Britannia category.
• Queens Grill Grand Suite Q1 (balcony, 127.7 m², sleeps 2) — the balcony alone is approximately 90 m², giving genuinely generous outdoor space for two.

Cabin grades on Cunard world voyages

Cunard structures its ships around clearly defined guest grades, and the cabin you choose determines more than just your room. It shapes where you eat, the level of service you receive, and in the case of the Grills suites, whether you have dedicated butler attention. For a world voyage measured in months rather than days, those distinctions matter more than on a short cruise. Our team can walk you through which grade suits your budget and the kind of trip you want — reach us seven days a week.

Coral Princess — Princess Cruises

Coral Princess is a deliberately nimble ship at 91,627 GT — slim enough to access narrow waterways and smaller ports that the larger vessels in the Princess fleet cannot reach. That is a genuine itinerary advantage on a world voyage, where the ports off the main route are often the most memorable. On board, the Universe Lounge features 3 revolving stages used for cooking demonstrations, cabaret and fashion shows — a configuration that is genuinely unusual at sea. The Crown Grill steakhouse, Sabatini’s Italian Trattoria, and The Sanctuary adults-only retreat on the top deck give you a range of dining and retreat options for the longer days at sea.

Cabin grades on Coral Princess are shown in full on the Coral Princess cabins and deck plans page:

• Inside cabin IA (inside, 14.5 m², sleeps 4) — mid-deck positions keep motion minimal and give central access to the ship.
• Sea-view cabin O5 (outside, 19.7 m², sleeps 4) — a large panoramic window with an unobstructed sea view, the key step up from an inside cabin.
• Premium Balcony cabin B1 (balcony, 23.0 m², sleeps 4) — roughly 50% more space than a standard balcony cabin, which is worth considering on a long voyage where your cabin is genuinely lived in.
• Premium Suite S5 (suite, 43.7 m², sleeps 4) — at 43.7 m², considerably larger than mini-suites, with a separate seating zone.

Princess Cruises also operates Crown Princess in 2028, and for a full view of the Princess season see the Princess Cruises around Australia 2028 page. Departures from Sydney in 2028 are covered at Princess Cruises from Sydney 2028.

MSC Magnifica — MSC Cruises

MSC Magnifica brings a European character to world cruising that is distinct from the British-heritage lines. The MSC Aurea Spa is a highlight: a salt grotto and Kneipp circuit set it apart from the standard ship spa. For evenings, the Royal Theatre seats 1,200 guests for large-scale productions, and there is also a 4D cinema on board. The MSC Yacht Club takes a ship-within-a-ship approach — guests in that section have their own sundeck, private pool, dedicated restaurant and 24-hour butler service, which creates an experience notably different from standard cabin grades on the same ship. More detail on the MSC Magnifica ship page and the MSC Magnifica cabins and deck plans page.

Volendam — Holland America Line

Volendam represents Holland America Line’s signature approach: measured, well-mannered, and quietly attentive. The Frans Hals Show Lounge hosts a range of entertainment each evening, and the upscale French cuisine at Le Cirque is the kind of dining that rewards guests who choose it. Fresh flowers throughout the ship are a small but distinctive Holland America touch that passengers who know the line recognise immediately. Full cabin options are on the Volendam cabins and deck plans page.

Arcadia — P&O Cruises

Arcadia is exclusively for adults, which on a world voyage means the ship attracts a particular kind of traveller — those who want a quieter, more considered atmosphere across the full length of a long voyage. The Palladium is an impressive 3-tier theatre, and Marco Pierre White’s Ocean Grill restaurant adds a well-known name to the dining options. If you are considering Arcadia, the Arcadia cabins and deck plans page covers your accommodation options in detail.

Azamara Onward — Azamara

Azamara Onward is the Azamara entry, and Azamara’s model is built around destination immersion — longer port stays and more overnight calls than most ocean cruise lines offer. For a world voyage, that approach means more time actually in the places you came to see. Cabin options are laid out on the Azamara Onward cabins and deck plans page.

What do Cunard and Princess fares include?

Fare structure varies between cruise lines and between tier levels, and on a voyage of this length the inclusions make a real financial difference. Here is how the two largest lines approach it:

Cunard fare tiers

Cunard offers several fare types, including the standard Cunard Fare and a Saver option. The Cunard Fare gives you the choice of stateroom number, priority for upgrades, a 15% deposit with a flexible balance payment, and the ability to amend your booking up to the balance due date. Complimentary shuttle buses at ports are also included. Fare types such as the OBC plus drinks bundle, a coach or car parking package, and a last-minute Saver fare are all available depending on when and how you book. The Saver fare carries the lowest price but requires full payment at booking and a pre-allocated stateroom — cancelled bookings are non-refundable under that option, so it suits those who are certain of their plans.

Princess Cruises fare tiers

Princess offers a Standard fare and the Princess Plus package. The Standard fare covers the cruise itself. Princess Plus adds 4 casual dining meals per voyage, beverages up to the included per-drink limit with a daily maximum, MedallionNet Max Wi-Fi, pre-paid crew appreciation, unlimited digital photographs with 3 prints included, and reserved theatre seating. For a world voyage where you will be on board for months, the daily value of those inclusions adds up considerably — it is worth calculating before assuming the Standard fare is the better deal. Our team can do that calculation with you when you call.

Are there any deals on 2028 world cruises?

A small number of sailings carry a reduced price compared with the fare previously listed for that cabin grade. Reductions reach up to 10% on a single departure, though that is the maximum on one sailing — most reduced sailings are discounted by around 5%. Fare types such as early-saver offers and last-minute options also appear across the programme. Our Australian cruise experts, available seven days a week, can check which sailings currently carry a saving and match them to your preferred line, ship and dates.

How to book a 2028 world voyage with Cruise1st

Because the vast majority of these sailings depart from overseas ports — in the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany and Italy — the cruise itself is the middle section of a longer journey. Cruise1st can put the whole trip on one booking: flights from your nearest Australian airport, a hotel the night before you sail, transfers between the airport and the terminal, and any tours you want to build around the voyage. That is what a Cruise1st Package covers, and it means you deal with one team rather than assembling the pieces separately.

For the 2 sailings that depart from Sydney, the picture is different. If you live nearby, you can drive or take public transport to the terminal with no flight involved at all. If you are travelling from another state, a short domestic hop gets you there — still the easiest way to reach a ship. Either way, we can add a pre-cruise hotel near the terminal if you prefer to arrive the day before.

On one-way itineraries, the return leg is worth sorting before you sail. A voyage that finishes in Fort Lauderdale or Southampton is not a problem if your return flight is already booked — and we can add that to your package from the start. The Fort Lauderdale sailings page and the Southampton sailings page are useful if you want to check onward options from those disembarkation ports.

All bookings are backed by our Best Price Guarantee. If you find the same sailing at a lower price elsewhere, we will match it. Our team is based in Australia and available seven days a week — call us before you book, or use the booking tool to start comparing fares and cabin grades.

Planning a cruise around your year

A world voyage takes planning well beyond the booking itself. Most passengers choose their departure month around a fixed point — a retirement date, a milestone birthday, a window in a family calendar — and then work backwards. Here are a few things worth thinking through early:

• Duration and pace: Voyages run from 46 to 182 nights. A shorter world cruise still covers an enormous amount of ground; a full circumnavigation is a commitment measured in seasons. Be realistic about how long you want to be away from home.
• Round-trip versus one-way: A round-trip departure from Southampton or Sydney means your logistics at both ends are straightforward. A one-way voyage gives you more itinerary variety but means planning both ends of the trip.
• Cabin grade for the long haul: On a week’s cruise, an inside cabin is a practical choice. On a 100-night voyage, a balcony or the natural daylight of an ocean-view cabin has a different value — you spend a great deal of time in that space. Our team regularly helps guests think through the cost-versus-comfort trade-off for extended voyages.
• Fare inclusions: Drinks, Wi-Fi, gratuities and dining packages that might feel optional on a short cruise become meaningful on a voyage of several months. Knowing what is covered before you board means fewer surprises on the final bill.
• Travel insurance: A world voyage is the kind of trip where insurance is not optional. Cruise1st can include insurance in your package, and our team can advise on what to look for in a policy for extended voyages.

If you are browsing a broader range of 2028 sailings while you decide, the full 2028 cruises listing covers all destinations and lengths departing that year. The main cruises page is the starting point if you are still comparing years or regions.

For something closer to home while you plan, the 2028 cruises from Melbourne page and the 2028 cruises around Tasmania page cover shorter domestic options that some travellers use as a warm-up before a world voyage.

The world cruises destination guide has more background on what to expect from a circumnavigation, including what the different itinerary shapes cover.

Other 2028 sailing options to consider

If the dates or itineraries do not match what you had in mind, there are related 2028 pages worth checking. Sydney departures in February 2028, March 2028 and April 2028 each have their own listing. Travellers in Queensland can check Brisbane departures in January 2028 and March 2028. For a broader set of 2028 sailings in a single view, New Year cruises 2028 covers the period around the turn of the year.

If you are interested in Princess Cruises specifically, the cruise Sydney to New Zealand 2028 page covers a popular itinerary shape for that line.

*Prices are per person based on 2 people sharing, and are subject to change. This price is not kept up to date and therefore does not reflect live pricing and availability. Prices and any discounts shown were checked on 14 October 2026.

Where a discount is shown, it is a reduction from the price previously listed for that cabin grade on that sailing, not a comparison between cabin grades or against a brochure rate. Discounts and prices shown are not kept up to date: the reduction available now may be smaller, or may have ended, and prices may have changed.