Princess Cruises has announced its most ambitious World Cruise yet for 2026. The 114-day voyage aboard the Coral Princess will visit a record-breaking 52 ports in 28 countries across six continents, sailing over 35,000 nautical miles.
The cruise line offers two roundtrip options with departures from Ft. Lauderdale on January 5, 2026, and Los Angeles on January 21, 2026. Terry Thornton, chief commercial officer for Princess Cruises, said, “Our 2026 World Cruise offers our most destination-rich itinerary ever so guests can immerse themselves in a global experience rich with landmarks, ancient ruins, unique landscapes, wildlife, gastronomy, cultures, and heritage.”
What’s Exciting & New?
The 2026 Princess World Cruise will make an inaugural call to Boracay, a tropical paradise in the central Philippines known for its stunning beaches and resorts. Coral Princess will also make first-time World Cruise calls to Puerto Chiapas, Mexico, and Ponta Delgado, Azores Islands.
The cruise will visit 52 destinations, the most ever offered on a Princess World Cruise, with access to 45 UNESCO World Heritage Sites around the globe. Guests will also enjoy “More Ashore Late-Night” stays in 13 ports, including Singapore, Sydney, and Honolulu, and an overnight stay in Hong Kong.
Coral Princess Amenities and Entertainment
The onboard experience will include cultural enrichments such as language classes, dance lessons, destination-based arts and crafts, instrument lessons, and locally inspired cuisine, cocktails, and wine. Destination-specific events will feature folkloric shows, destination-themed deck and sailaway parties, trivia, and a Princess Book Club reading novels set in the countries visited. Guest lecturers will include Mediterranean art and history, maritime and WWII historians, bridge lecturers, and destination ambassadors from Hawaii and Māori.
Booking Information
Rates for the 2026 World Cruise start at $19,999 per guest. Guests booking the full World Cruise by October 31, 2024, will receive a range of coveted perks, including a free Princess Premier Package, a Captain’s Circle discount of $1,000 for two guests, a $500 onboard credit each for two guests, free EZAir airfare, free transfers from local airports (LAX, FLL, and MIA), and complimentary specialty dining.
The MedallionClass vacation experience will deliver exceptional, personalized experiences typical of small ships while enjoying only the best large ship amenities. For guests who only want to see various parts of the world, cruise segments are offered with shorter sailing times, and those booking by October 31, 2024, receive a $200 onboard credit.
Secure your spot aboard this adventure of a lifetime and immerse yourself in a global experience like no other.