World Cruise Liner – Africa, Mediterranean & Panama Canal

Trip Code:54815
(AUD) Twin Share from $13,499pp
Days 66
Nights 65

65-night World Cruise cruise from CPT to LAX aboard Coral Princess

  • 09 Mar 2028 – 13 May 2028
    from $13,499 pp twin share *

Additional Pricing Information

  • Interior from $13,499 pp twin share
  • Balcony from $16,821 pp twin share
  • Mini-Suite from $29,179 pp twin share

* Prices and category availability are subject to change without notice.

Itinerary

  • Day 1 – Cape Town, South Africa:
    160 years after its discovery by Portugal’s Bartholomew Diaz in 1488, the Cape of Good Hope was still a part of primeval Africa. Sailors on passing ships impatient to reach the East or return home to Europe would leave messages under inscribed “post office” stones for other ships to carry forward. In 1580, Sir Francis Drake sailed around the Cape. The ruggedness and breathtaking beauty of the peninsula caused him to write, “This Cape is a most stately thing, and the fairest Cape in the whole circumference of the earth.” The Dutch East India Company, yielding to repeated petitions and recommendations from their ships’ officers, decided to establish a post at Table Bay in 1652. A stronghold was established and subsequently was replaced by the existing Castle of Good Hope – Cape Town’s first building.Cape Town continued to grow quickly under Simon van der Stel, who arrived as Governor in 1679. He turned vast regions into rich farmland, planted some 8,000 trees and designed and built the stateliest of the Cape’s historic mansions, Groot Constantia (named after his wife, Constance). The British seized the Cape from Holland in 1806 and the subsequent discovery of diamonds and gold in the country spurred growth and immigration. Cape Town became a municipality in 1840 and a liberal constitution was granted to the Cape Colony in 1853. Today, the “Mother City” and the Western Cape are home to South Africa’s parliament for half of the year (Parliament sits in Pretoria for the other half of the year) and much of its major industry.
  • Day 2 – Cape Town, South Africa (depart 06:00 PM):
    160 years after its discovery by Portugal’s Bartholomew Diaz in 1488, the Cape of Good Hope was still a part of primeval Africa. Sailors on passing ships impatient to reach the East or return home to Europe would leave messages under inscribed “post office” stones for other ships to carry forward. In 1580, Sir Francis Drake sailed around the Cape. The ruggedness and breathtaking beauty of the peninsula caused him to write, “This Cape is a most stately thing, and the fairest Cape in the whole circumference of the earth.” The Dutch East India Company, yielding to repeated petitions and recommendations from their ships’ officers, decided to establish a post at Table Bay in 1652. A stronghold was established and subsequently was replaced by the existing Castle of Good Hope – Cape Town’s first building.Cape Town continued to grow quickly under Simon van der Stel, who arrived as Governor in 1679. He turned vast regions into rich farmland, planted some 8,000 trees and designed and built the stateliest of the Cape’s historic mansions, Groot Constantia (named after his wife, Constance). The British seized the Cape from Holland in 1806 and the subsequent discovery of diamonds and gold in the country spurred growth and immigration. Cape Town became a municipality in 1840 and a liberal constitution was granted to the Cape Colony in 1853. Today, the “Mother City” and the Western Cape are home to South Africa’s parliament for half of the year (Parliament sits in Pretoria for the other half of the year) and much of its major industry.
  • Day 3 – At Sea:
    Enjoy a relaxing day at sea with all the experiences and amenities of your ship.
  • Day 4 – WVB (arrive 09:00 AM, depart 06:00 PM)
  • Day 5 – At Sea:
    Enjoy a relaxing day at sea with all the experiences and amenities of your ship.
  • Day 6 – At Sea:
    Enjoy a relaxing day at sea with all the experiences and amenities of your ship.
  • Day 7 – At Sea:
    Enjoy a relaxing day at sea with all the experiences and amenities of your ship.
  • Day 8 – At Sea:
    Enjoy a relaxing day at sea with all the experiences and amenities of your ship.
  • Day 9 – At Sea:
    Enjoy a relaxing day at sea with all the experiences and amenities of your ship.
  • Day 10 – At Sea:
    Enjoy a relaxing day at sea with all the experiences and amenities of your ship.
  • Day 11 – At Sea:
    Enjoy a relaxing day at sea with all the experiences and amenities of your ship.
  • Day 12 – MI (arrive 08:00 AM, depart 05:00 PM)
  • Day 13 – At Sea:
    Enjoy a relaxing day at sea with all the experiences and amenities of your ship.
  • Day 14 – At Sea:
    Enjoy a relaxing day at sea with all the experiences and amenities of your ship.
  • Day 15 – Santa Cruz De Tenerife, Canary Islands (arrive 07:00 AM, depart 04:00 PM):
    Tenerife is the largest island in the Canary Archipelago. Like its brethren, Tenerife was formed by fierce volcanic activity. Its landscape remains dotted with volcanic cones and areas of intense geothermal activity. Towering over the island is Mt Teide, an extinct volcano that, at 12,200 feet above sea level, is the highest peak in Spanish territory. Santa Cruz de Tenerife is the island’s capital and your port of call.Tenerife’s north shore is separated from the south by rugged mountains, creating a rain shadow. The majority of the islands most recent resorts are found in the sere and parched south shore.
  • Day 16 – At Sea:
    Enjoy a relaxing day at sea with all the experiences and amenities of your ship.
  • Day 17 – Gibraltar (arrive 10:00 AM, depart 07:00 PM):
    The Rock crouches over the sea like an ancient stone beast, looking Sphinx-like to Africa. Beneath the white cliffs of this natural fortress grows a profusion of palm, pine, and cypress. No fewer than 600 varieties of flowers thrive here, some not found anywhere else on Earth. Gibraltar’s stunning setting is matched by its history – five countries have battled for 13 centuries to control the passage between the Atlantic and the Mediterranean. The result made for a cultural melting pot. Veiled Moroccan women in caftans and vacationing Englishmen and Spaniards stroll along the narrow, steep lanes. The locals revert to a liquid Spanish when talking among themselves. And visitors to a 15th-century cathedral pass through a blue-tiled courtyard, once part of a 13th-century mosque.Helmeted bobbies, pillar-boxes and pubs make for a bit of Britain in the Mediterranean. Gibraltar is a fascinating place, from its caves and batteries to the Barbary apes gamboling on the slopes of the Rock.
  • Day 18 – At Sea:
    Enjoy a relaxing day at sea with all the experiences and amenities of your ship.
  • Day 19 – At Sea:
    Enjoy a relaxing day at sea with all the experiences and amenities of your ship.
  • Day 20 – SI (arrive 08:00 AM, depart 05:00 PM)
  • Day 21 – Corfu, Greece (arrive 12:00 PM, depart 09:00 PM):
    The lush and verdant island of Corfu lies in the Ionian Sea, midway between Greece and Italy. The island has a long and colorful history. First colonized by the city-state of Corinth, Corfu has been ruled by the Romans, the Venetians, the French and the English. Corfu Town boasts fortresses bearing the insignia of the Venetian Republic, an esplanade lavishly planted by the French during the Napoleonic Wars, and an English cricket pitch. The island also offers some of the finest coastal scenery in the entire Mediterranean.Corfu’s old town is a mixture of the medieval and the modern. The Esplanade, planted with palms and eucalyptus by the French, leads to the English cricket pitch.
  • Day 22 – Dubrovnik, Croatia (arrive 09:00 AM, depart 09:00 PM):
    Dubrovnik is a beautiful stone jewel hugging the Adriatic Sea. This picture-perfect medieval walled city offers ancient stone buildings, narrow cobbled streets and fortified ramparts rising above red-tiled rooftops. Stradun is the city’s focal point and main artery while Dubrovnik’s streets are blessedly free of vehicular traffic. Despite the heavy damage inflicted by shelling in the early ’90s, Dubrovnik has been restored to its pre-war beauty. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the old city remains the pride of the Republic of Croatia.For six centuries Dubrovnik was an independent republic – an oligarchy ruled by patrician families. The Republic was overthrown by Napoleon in 1808.Note: All passengers must carry an original photo I.D. when going ashore: photocopies are not accepted.On occasion, Dubrovnik will be an anchorage port; passengers transfer to shore via ship’s tender.
  • Day 23 – Split, Croatia (arrive 08:00 AM, depart 06:00 PM):
    Pine-clad hills, secluded coves, beaches – Split and the Dalmatian Riviera have been premier destinations on the Adriatic since the days of the Roman emperors. In fact, medieval Split was built within and around the palace complex built for the emperor Diocletian in his retirement. (The complex included both a villa and a castrum – a Roman camp capable of garrisoning three legions!) The charms that soothed an emperor are still evident today. The Dalmatian Riviera offers the traveler a heady blend of natural beauty and fascinating cultural sites.Diocletian abdicated in 305 A.D. During his reign, the emperor ruthlessly persecuted Christians. Ironically Split’s St Dominius’ Cathedral occupies his mausoleum.
  • Day 24 – Kotor, Montenegro (arrive 07:00 AM, depart 05:00 PM):
    Kotor lies at the head of Boka Bay. Bordered by towering limestone cliffs, the winding bay is actually Southern Europe’s longest and most dramatic fjord. The port itself is a medieval gem: its narrow, asymmetrical streets are lined with ancient stone houses, old palaces, and churches dating from the 12th century. Kotor is also your gateway to the cultural and scenic wonders of Montenegro, from the old royal capital at Cetinje to the marshes and wildlife of Lake Skadar National Park.Kotor is renowned for its nightlife: the streets of the old port are lined with pubs, taverns and cafés. The city is also host to a renowned summer carnival.Kotor is an anchorage port. Passengers transfer to shore via ship’s tender.
  • Day 25 – At Sea:
    Enjoy a relaxing day at sea with all the experiences and amenities of your ship.
  • Day 26 – Athens (Piraeus), Greece (arrive 07:00 AM, depart 07:00 PM):
    The past maintains a vibrant presence in the cradle of Western civilization. Atop the Acropolis, the serene Parthenon sails above the commotion of the modern city. The tragedies of Aeschylus, Sophocles, and Euripides were performed in the Theater of Dionysus at the foot of the Acropolis. On Pnyx Hill, citizens of a fledgling democracy gathered to cast their votes on Athens’ destiny. Then there is the hustle and bustle of the modern city, a metropolis of 4.5 million that spreads out from the foot of Mt. Lycabettus and across the plain. Packed with busy shops and lively tavernas, modern Athens is a colorful counterpoint to classical Greece. Piraeus is the port city for Athens and has been Athens’ port of entry for over two millennia.
  • Day 27 – KU (arrive 09:00 AM, depart 06:00 PM)
  • Day 28 – Crete (Chania), Greece (arrive 09:00 AM, depart 07:00 PM):
    Weaving a tapestry of awe and wonder, Chania is a centuries-old mix of Minoan myths, well-preserved Venetian mansions, a mesmerizing Old Town complete with labyrinthine passageways, and atmospheric Kastelli Hill, once the site of a Roman acropolis. But Chania may be best known as the gateway to the breathtaking 4,000 year-old Minoan ruins at Knossos, home of the legendary King Minos and the part man and part bull known creature as the Minotaur. And around every corner of this idyllic area you’ll find picturesque villages, breathtaking views and architectural wonders that will remain with you for a lifetime.
  • Day 29 – At Sea:
    Enjoy a relaxing day at sea with all the experiences and amenities of your ship.
  • Day 30 – SL (arrive 07:00 AM, depart 06:00 PM)
  • Day 31 – Civitavecchia (for Rome), Italy (arrive 06:00 AM, depart 07:00 PM):
    Your gateway to the Eternal City, Civitavecchia has served as Rome’s seaport since the 13th century. The port has a long and venerable history. The emperor Trajan built a pleasure villa near the modern city, while Bernini and Michelangelo designed the harbor fortifications.Yet the Eternal City eternally beckons. The ancient capital of the Western World and the center of Christianity for nearly 2,000 years, Rome provides an inexhaustible feast. Visit the ruins of the Forum, view the splendors of the Sistine Chapel, or climb the Spanish Steps, once the heart of Rome’s Bohemian Quarter.Rome has been a magnet luring the world’s greatest artists, architects, and philosophers since the days of the Caesars.
  • Day 32 – Corsica (Ajaccio), France (arrive 08:00 AM, depart 06:00 PM):
    In 1811, Napoleon Bonaparte – then Napoleon I, Emperor of the French – made Corsica a department of France. He also moved the capital from Bastia to his hometown of Ajaccio.The capital of Corsica, Ajaccio is the island’s largest town (although we know that the capital of Corsica is Paris, and Ajaccio & Bastia are roughly the same size) – and the birthplace of Napoleon Bonaparte. One can stroll past the cathedral where the future emperor was baptized–the Casa Bonaparte is a museum devoted to the imperial glory. But Corsica is also the “scented isle” – a place of dramatic shoreline cliffs, small coves, and golden beaches. The island interior consists of stony mountains carpeted in macchia, a low, thick, chaparral comprised of aromatic Corsican mint, rock roses, and myrtle. Everywhere you’ll discover traces of the island’s long and colorful history, from medieval walled towns to seaside villages guarded by 16th-century towers. Though the island has been part of France since the late 18th century, Corsica retains its own distinct culture and flavor.
  • Day 33 – SM (arrive 07:00 AM, depart 06:00 PM)
  • Day 34 – CEQ (arrive 07:00 AM, depart 05:00 PM)
  • Day 35 – Barcelona, Spain (arrive 09:00 AM, depart 09:00 PM):
    The 1992 Summer Olympics revealed to the world what Europeans and seasoned travelers already knew – Barcelona is one of the world’s greatest treasures. Vibrant and earthy, commercial and cultural, this city of two million residents is the capital of Spain’s autonomous region of Catalonia. Stroll along the wide, tree-lined promenades of Las Ramblas and marvel at the spires of Gaudi’s Basilica La Sagrada Familia. Or visit the former Olympic Ring on the hill of Montjuic – also home to world-class parks, fountains and museums. Barcelona, which nurtured such artistic giants as Picasso, Dali, Miro and Casals, is definitely a traveler’s paradise.
  • Day 36 – At Sea:
    Enjoy a relaxing day at sea with all the experiences and amenities of your ship.
  • Day 37 – Malaga, Spain (arrive 07:00 AM, depart 06:00 PM):
    One of Spain’s oldest cities, Malaga has been inhabited since the time of the Phoenicians, who called it Malaka. A city of narrow streets, whitewashed houses, churches and sunny plazas, Malaga offers an idealized image of Spain. Malaga was the chief port for the Kingdom of Granada, the last stronghold of Moorish Spain. The city fell to Ferdinand and Isabelle in 1487. The re-conquest of Spain ended with the fall of Grenada in 1492, the year Columbus discovered the New World. In addition to the fabled Alhambra, Granada boasts some significant landmarks such as the Old Quarter, the majestic Granada Cathedral, Alcazaba – an ancient Moorish fortress nestled above the city, and the Royal Chapel – the final resting place of King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella. Andalusia’s main port is also your gateway to the resorts of the Costa del Sol.
  • Day 38 – CA (arrive 07:00 AM, depart 07:00 PM)
  • Day 39 – TNG (arrive 07:00 AM, depart 05:00 PM)
  • Day 40 – CAS (arrive 07:00 AM, depart 09:00 PM)
  • Day 41 – At Sea:
    Enjoy a relaxing day at sea with all the experiences and amenities of your ship.
  • Day 42 – Madeira (Funchal), Portugal (arrive 07:00 AM, depart 05:00 PM):
    The capital of Madeira is named after the fennel (funcha) that once flowered there in profusion. The largest island in the Madeira Archipelago was discovered in 1419 by Portuguese explorers venturing south into the Atlantic. The island is nearly equidistant from Lisbon and the African coast, and its unique geographical position allowed Madeira to play a pivotal role in European discovery. Seamen such as Christopher Columbus gained knowledge and experience plying the routes of the island’s sugar trade. When sugar declined, the island’s famed wines continued to provide a robust trade. By the late 18th century, Madeira’s mild climate, rocky peaks, and lush valleys provided a winter haven to Europe’s aristocrats. Visitors still flock to the island today, drawn by its scenery and its weather.Funchal is noted for its superb hand-embroidery and wicker ware, both Madeira specialties. The island, of course, is also noted for its superb wines: they are perhaps the world’s most complex and long lasting wines.
  • Day 43 – At Sea:
    Enjoy a relaxing day at sea with all the experiences and amenities of your ship.
  • Day 44 – Azores Islands (ponta Delgada), Portugal (arrive 07:00 AM, depart 05:00 PM):
    Rising from the depths of the Atlantic, the rugged, volcanic Azores lie 800 miles off the coast of Portugal. Colonized by the Portuguese in the 16th century, the nine islands have provided a haven to Atlantic mariners for over five centuries. The Azores offer travelers spectacular landscapes that range from lush meadows fringed with brightly colored hydrangea to ancient caldera filled with lakes. And the many small villages and shops retain an otherworldly air and 18th-century charm.Ponta Delgada is located on São Miguel, the largest of the nine Azores. The island’s rich volcanic soil sustains fields of tobacco and tea, vineyards, and pineapple greenhouses. The Azores are also noted for fine crafts, particularly basketry and pottery.
  • Day 45 – At Sea:
    Enjoy a relaxing day at sea with all the experiences and amenities of your ship.
  • Day 46 – At Sea:
    Enjoy a relaxing day at sea with all the experiences and amenities of your ship.
  • Day 47 – At Sea:
    Enjoy a relaxing day at sea with all the experiences and amenities of your ship.
  • Day 48 – At Sea:
    Enjoy a relaxing day at sea with all the experiences and amenities of your ship.
  • Day 49 – At Sea:
    Enjoy a relaxing day at sea with all the experiences and amenities of your ship.
  • Day 50 – At Sea:
    Enjoy a relaxing day at sea with all the experiences and amenities of your ship.
  • Day 51 – Ft. Lauderdale, Florida (arrive 06:00 AM, depart 04:00 PM):
    According to the popular 1960 beach movie, Fort Lauderdale is “where the boys are.” The city’s reputation as America’s Spring Break capital, however, has been replaced with the more favorable image of a prime family tourist destination, attracting more than 10 million visitors annually. The most popular beach resort in Florida is even more rightly famed as the “Yachting Capital of the World,” with more than 40,000 registered crafts calling its waters home. The city also prides itself on being the “Venice of America” with more than 300 miles of navigable waterways. Fort Lauderdale boasts world-class theaters, museums, sightseeing, and shopping. The city sits 24 miles north of Miami and is named after a series of forts built by the United States during the second Seminole War. The forts took their name from Major William Lauderdale, who was the commander of the detachment of soldiers who built the first fort. Look hard and you might find remnants of three of them today. More people seem to be interested in taking a water tour aboard the “Carrie B.” Note: upon disembarkation, please collect your bag, go through customs and hand your bag to your tour driver who will stow and lock it underneath your bus. Disembarkation tours end at the airports; therefore guests who have post-cruise packages at local hotels must disembark at Fort Lauderdale International Airport. Guests will then be responsible for their transportation to the hotel.
  • Day 52 – At Sea:
    Enjoy a relaxing day at sea with all the experiences and amenities of your ship.
  • Day 53 – At Sea:
    Enjoy a relaxing day at sea with all the experiences and amenities of your ship.
  • Day 54 – Cartagena, Colombia (arrive 09:00 AM, depart 10:00 PM):
    One of the more interesting cities on your itinerary steeped in history. This was the transit port for all the wealth Spain derived from South America. The famous “Old City” is comprised of 12 square blocks filled with attractions, boutiques and restaurants. Throughout Colombia, the Spanish Empire’s influence in the New World is self-evident. Its fortress walls, quaint narrow streets, and balconied houses are all vivid reminders of Spain’s hold on Cartagena and throughout the Caribbean and South America. This is the land of El Dorado and flamboyant adventurers in search of the ever-elusive gold. Cartagena’s well-constructed fortifications defended its borders against seafaring pirates whose attacks lasted for more than 200 years. Today this modern and bustling city, seaport, and commercial center still boasts much of its original colonial architecture. Your journey here will provide you with a significant link to the region’s grand past.**Please note that passengers may encounter numerous local vendors at various tourist locations and may find them to be persistent in their sales offers.
  • Day 55 – At Sea:
    Enjoy a relaxing day at sea with all the experiences and amenities of your ship.
  • Day 56 – PA (arrive 06:00 AM, depart 04:30 PM)
  • Day 57 – At Sea:
    Enjoy a relaxing day at sea with all the experiences and amenities of your ship.
  • Day 58 – At Sea:
    Enjoy a relaxing day at sea with all the experiences and amenities of your ship.
  • Day 59 – AC (arrive 07:00 AM, depart 04:00 PM)
  • Day 60 – PC (arrive 07:00 AM, depart 04:00 PM)
  • Day 61 – Huatulco, Mexico (arrive 07:00 AM, depart 04:00 PM):
    Nine bays bordered by 36 golden-sand beaches form the beautiful Las Bahias de Huatulco in the state of Oaxaca. Welcome to Mexico’s newest resort on the Pacific Riviera. Huatulco is a tropical Eden with crystalline waters, coral reefs, and uncrowded beaches. Inland, the rugged coast range is thickly carpeted with rainforest and coffee plantations. While Huatulco is still in its early stages of development, travelers may note that the resort has a different feel from other destinations on the Mexican Riviera. That’s because large areas of Huatulco have been designated as an ecological reserve. Huatulco is located in the state of Oaxaca where the foothills of the Sierra Madre del Sur Mountains meet the Pacific Ocean.
  • Day 62 – At Sea:
    Enjoy a relaxing day at sea with all the experiences and amenities of your ship.
  • Day 63 – Puerto Vallarta, Mexico (arrive 07:00 AM, depart 04:00 PM):
    Puerto Vallarta was sleepy no more; its transformation into an international resort had begun. Then director John Huston chose the village as the location for his film “Night of the Iguana,” starring Richard Burton. Today, the city has its own “Gringo Gulch,” a haunt of the rich and famous. Travelers are also drawn by its climate, its excellent shopping – which offers great values on leather goods, jewelry, and handicrafts – and mile after mile of palm-lined beaches.
  • Day 64 – At Sea:
    Enjoy a relaxing day at sea with all the experiences and amenities of your ship.
  • Day 65 – At Sea:
    Enjoy a relaxing day at sea with all the experiences and amenities of your ship.
  • Day 66 – Los Angeles, California (arrive 07:00 AM):
    The City of Angels always hovers between dream and reality. Once a near-forgotten colonial outpost, the pueblo metamorphosed into an agrarian paradise before reinventing itself as a movie colony. Perhaps no other city owes so much to the technological innovations of the 20th century, from the automobile to the airplane. Little wonder that LA is oft described as the “dream machine.” In LA, reinvention is a way of life. Yet this talent for change has created a city with a rich ethnic diversity and a sizzling culture. LA is the source for trends that migrate across the country and then the world. Where else can you enjoy a Thai taco or munch on a kosher burrito? Or travel from downtown’s high rises to the beaches of Malibu, shopping in Beverly Hills along the way? Los Angeles is a port of embarkation and disembarkation for some cruises.

Highlights

  • Explore 30+ ports in 18 countries, including iconic destinations like Gibraltar, Rome, and Acapulco.
  • Enjoy onboard amenities and entertainment on the Coral Princess, a premium cruise ship.
  • Discover the world’s most breathtaking landscapes and cultures on this once-in-a-lifetime voyage.

65-night World Cruise cruise from CPT to LAX aboard Coral Princess

Inclusions

  • MedallionClass® experience
  • Broadway-style entertainment
  • Multicourse dining and casual venues
  • Fitness facilities
  • Youth and teen clubs (ages 3–17)

FAQs

How long is this journey?

This itinerary runs for 66 days and 65 nights.

When can I travel?

Departures are currently scheduled between 09 Mar 2028 and 13 May 2028, subject to live availability.

What is generally included?

Inclusions typically cover guided touring and selected experiences, with exact details listed in the itinerary.

Provided by: Princess Cruises

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(AUD) Twin Share from $13,499pp
Days 66
Nights 65

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