Azamara charts 188-night world cruise in 2027, its longestAzamara charts 188-night world cruise in 2027, its longest

The 188-night world cruise aboard Azamara Quest in 2027 will visit 103 destinations in 37 countries.

It is Azamara Cruises' longest journey and features some of the world's most celebrated cities, including Sydney, Hong Kong, Tokyo, New York, Amsterdam and Stockholm.

The cruise begins in San Francisco and ends in Copenhagen MAP: AZAMARA CRUISES

Departing from San Francisco on Jan. 5, 2027, Azamara Quest will head to Hawaii before turning south to Polynesia (Bora Bora, Tahiti, Samoa, Tonga, Fiji), New Zealand, Tasmania and the southern coast of Australia.

The journey continues to Bali, Indonesia, beginning a two-month exploration of Asia including stops in Thailand, Vietnam, China, Japan and other countries. Azamara Quest will then cross the Pacific Ocean to Alaska before circumnavigating North America (via the Panama Canal) to St. John’s, Newfoundland, Canada.

Northern Europe finish

Finally, Azamara Quest will sail trans-Atlantic to Northern Europe, visiting Ireland, Germany, Latvia, Estonia, Sweden and beyond before the world cruise ends in Copenhagen on July 12.

Throughout, Azamara promises immersive experiences to connect with the destinations including longer stays in port (50 late-night stays) and more overnights (15), cultural encounters through curated shore excursions and 12 AzAmazing Evenings.

Azamara can access smaller ports and and highlights such as transiting Germany's Kiel Canal and sailing into the heart of Shanghai to dock right at The Bund.

Fares include room service, drinks (including house wines and beers) all day and night, gratuities, exclusive cultural events and unlimited self-service laundry. 

'Incredible route'

'We've created an incredible route that will bring our guests to the doorsteps of sought-after destinations around the world,' Azamara Cruises CEO Dondra Ritzenthaler said. 'Imagine sailing as far south as Stewart Island, New Zealand, and as far north as Helsinki, Finland, all in one cruise. We are stopping to see the world’s most beautiful skylines and bridges. It will really be a remarkable, unforgettable journey, one that I hope our long-time friends and brand-new friends will jump on.'

Full cruise inclusions

Passengers booking the full world cruise will receive complimentary offerings Azamara valued at more than $40,000 per stateroom, including an $8,500 onboard credit, 15 exclusive events, unlimited wash-and-fold laundry, onboard medical consultations and pre-cruise benefits such as airfare credit, one-night hotel stay, transfers and $500 luggage shipping reimbursement.

This cruise also features unlimited Wi-Fi and complimentary Premium Beverage Package upgrades.