Oceania's new round-the-world cruise...

Vista to stop at more than 100 ports in 46 countries over 180 days

Details of a 180-day world cruise in 2027 have been unveiled by Oceania Cruises.

The itinerary, departing from Miami on 6 January 2027, covers more than 100 ports across 46 countries and six continents, and includes the Gulf region.

One of the line’s newest ships, the 1,200-passenger Vista, will be deployed on the voyage, with bookings now open. Prices start at US$76,199 per person.

The six-month sailing includes visits to more than 150 Unesco World Heritage sites.

The ship will transit the Panama Canal, island hop across the Pacific to Australia before spending two months in Asia, including Thailand, Japan and Hong Kong.

Vista will then visit the Gulf region exploring the Arabian Peninsula, with stops in Dubai and Abu Dhabi in the UAE and in Qatar's capital Doha, before sailing to the southernmost tip of Oman (Salalah).

Cruising the Red Sea, Vista will make stops in Jeddah in Saudi before heading to ports in Egypt and Jordan

Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

It will then cruise the Mediterranean and end the journey in London.

Oceania Cruises chief luxury officer Jason Montague said: “Our Around the World cruise is an incredible way to explore the world in style, elegance, and comfort, and we’re thrilled to offer this immersive journey in 2027 aboard Vista.

“Spanning six months at sea, this extraordinary voyage offers the rare opportunity to circumnavigate the globe while seamlessly connecting diverse continents, rich cultures, and authentic cuisines, creating an unforgettable experience for our guests.”

For more information, visit www.oceaniacruises.com

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