{"id":21951,"date":"2026-09-09T02:11:59","date_gmt":"2026-09-09T02:11:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/koshalsambada.in\/?p=21951"},"modified":"2026-09-09T02:11:59","modified_gmt":"2026-09-09T02:11:59","slug":"worlds-longest-cruise-sets-sail-from-rome-for-371-days-regatta-to-visit-220-ports-across-62-countries-how-much-it-costs-where-it-will-go-and-what-passengers-can-expect","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/koshalsambada.in\/?p=21951","title":{"rendered":"World\u2019s longest cruise sets sail from Rome for 371 days: Regatta to visit 220 ports across 62 countries &#8211; how much it costs, where it will go and what passengers can expect"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"e9jwa\">\n<div class=\"vdo_embedd\">\n<div class=\"GfdvZ\">\n<section class=\"_bIDB  clearfix id-r-component leadmedia undefined undefined  E9tg9 \" style=\"top:0px\">\n<div class=\"_bIDB\" data-ua-type=\"1\" onclick=\"stpPgtnAndPrvntDefault(event)\">\n<div class=\"ypVvZ\">\n<div class=\"WGttI\"><img src=\"https:\/\/static.toiimg.com\/thumb\/msid-133945455,imgsize-83682,width-400,height-225,resizemode-4\/regatta-begins-its-record-breaking-371-day-cruise-across-six-continents.jpg\" alt=\"World\u2019s longest cruise sets sail from Rome for 371 days: Regatta to visit 220 ports across 62 countries - how much it costs, where it will go and what passengers can expect\" title=\"\u200bRegatta begins its record-breaking 371-day cruise across six continents. (Photo: Explorations by Norwegian)\" decoding=\"async\" fetchpriority=\"high\"\/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"Ta7d_ img_cptn\"><span title=\"\u200bRegatta begins its record-breaking 371-day cruise across six continents. (Photo: Explorations by Norwegian)\">\u200bRegatta begins its record-breaking 371-day cruise across six continents. (Photo: Explorations by Norwegian)<\/span><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>The ultimate round-the-world cruise is officially underway. Explorations by Norwegian\u2019s Regatta departed Rome on September 1, 2026, beginning a year-long voyage that will take passengers across 62 countries, six continents and more than 220 ports.<span class=\"id-r-component br\" data-pos=\"2\"\/>The 371-day cruise is being billed as the world\u2019s longest cruise, giving travelers the rare opportunity to spend more than a year aboard the same ship while exploring destinations across Europe, Africa, Asia, North America and South America.<span class=\"id-r-component br\" data-pos=\"4\"\/><\/p>\n<p><h2>World\u2019s longest cruise: Where will the Regatta go?<\/h2>\n<\/p>\n<div data-pos=\"0\" class=\"id-r-component iIpbx undefined  &#10;        \">\n<div><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Regatta will visit 220 ports across 62 countries during its epic voyage\" msid=\"133945494\" imgsize=\"44170\" resizemode=\"4\" width=\"\" title=\"Regatta will visit 220 ports across 62 countries during its epic voyage. (Photo: Explorations by Norwegian)\" placeholdersrc=\"https:\/\/static.toiimg.com\/photo\/83033472.cms\" offsetvertical=\"0\" placeholdermsid=\"47529300\" type=\"thumb\" class=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/static.toiimg.com\/photo\/imgsize-44170,msid-133945494\/regatta-will-visit-220-ports-across-62-countries-during-its-epic-voyage.jpg\" data-api-prerender=\"true\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Regatta will visit 220 ports across 62 countries during its epic voyage. (Photo: Explorations by Norwegian)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><span class=\"id-r-component br\" data-pos=\"7\"\/>The itinerary is designed to cover a huge range of destinations rather than concentrate on one region.<span class=\"id-r-component br\" data-pos=\"9\"\/>In Europe, passengers can expect stops including Santorini, Naples, Copenhagen and Helsinki. <!-- -->The journey then extends into Africa, with destinations such as Cape Verde, Cape Town and Zanzibar on the itinerary.<span class=\"id-r-component br\" data-pos=\"14\"\/>The Asian leg includes destinations such as Hiroshima, Jeju Island, Colombo and Mal\u00e9, while the Americas section stretches from Alaska to the Amazon.<span class=\"id-r-component br\" data-pos=\"16\"\/>The voyage also offers passengers the chance to experience some of the world&#8217;s most sought-after travel phenomena, including the Northern Lights in Norway, Japan\u2019s cherry blossom season and tropical destinations across Southeast Asia.<span class=\"id-r-component br\" data-pos=\"19\"\/><\/p>\n<p><h2>How much does the 371-day cruise cost?<\/h2>\n<\/p>\n<div data-pos=\"0\" class=\"id-r-component iIpbx undefined  &#10;        \">\n<div><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"A year at sea: Regatta takes passengers around the world\" msid=\"133945516\" imgsize=\"83666\" resizemode=\"4\" width=\"\" title=\"A year at sea: Regatta takes passengers around the world. (Photo: Explorations by Norwegian)\" placeholdersrc=\"https:\/\/static.toiimg.com\/photo\/83033472.cms\" offsetvertical=\"0\" placeholdermsid=\"47529300\" type=\"thumb\" class=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/static.toiimg.com\/photo\/imgsize-83666,msid-133945516\/a-year-at-sea-regatta-takes-passengers-around-the-world.jpg\" data-api-prerender=\"true\"\/><\/p>\n<p>A year at sea: Regatta takes passengers around the world. (Photo: Explorations by Norwegian)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><span class=\"id-r-component br\" data-pos=\"22\"\/>A year-long cruise comes with a substantial price tag.<span class=\"id-r-component br\" data-pos=\"24\"\/>According to travel reports, fares for the complete 371-day journey began at around A$99,000 (approximately US$71,450), while the most expensive accommodation options reached nearly A$250,000 (around US$180,410).<span class=\"id-r-component br\" data-pos=\"26\"\/>The cruise is all-inclusive, with travelers able to choose from the 348 suites and staterooms aboard Regatta.<span class=\"id-r-component br\" data-pos=\"28\"\/>For those who cannot commit to an entire year, Explorations by Norwegian also offers shorter segments, allowing travelers to experience selected portions of the itinerary instead.<span class=\"id-r-component br\" data-pos=\"31\"\/><\/p>\n<p><h2>What is life like aboard Regatta?<\/h2>\n<\/p>\n<div data-pos=\"0\" class=\"id-r-component iIpbx undefined  &#10;        \">\n<div><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\u200bInside the world\u2019s longest cruise: Cost, destinations and onboard experience\" msid=\"133945545\" imgsize=\"96858\" resizemode=\"4\" width=\"\" title=\"Inside the world\u2019s longest cruise: Cost, destinations and onboard experience. (Photo: Explorations by Norwegian)\" placeholdersrc=\"https:\/\/static.toiimg.com\/photo\/83033472.cms\" offsetvertical=\"0\" placeholdermsid=\"47529300\" type=\"thumb\" class=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/static.toiimg.com\/photo\/imgsize-96858,msid-133945545\/inside-the-worlds-longest-cruise-cost-destinations-and-onboard-experience.jpg\" data-api-prerender=\"true\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Inside the world\u2019s longest cruise: Cost, destinations and onboard experience. (Photo: Explorations by Norwegian)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><span class=\"id-r-component br\" data-pos=\"34\"\/>The ship is designed to make an extended stay feel more like living at sea than taking a conventional holiday.<span class=\"id-r-component br\" data-pos=\"36\"\/>Regatta features a saltwater swimming pool, whirlpool spas, spa and salon facilities, fitness amenities and a library containing more than 2,000 books.<span class=\"id-r-component br\" data-pos=\"38\"\/>Explorations by Norwegian also highlighted the ship&#8217;s pool deck, spa, salon and library as part of its social-media coverage marking the beginning of the inaugural voyage.<span class=\"id-r-component br\" data-pos=\"41\"\/>The vessel was previously part of Oceania Cruises, another brand within Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings, and now serves as the centerpiece of the new long-duration exploration concept.<span class=\"id-r-component br\" data-pos=\"43\"\/><\/p>\n<p><h2>World\u2019s longest cruise beats Royal Caribbean\u2019s previous record<\/h2>\n<\/p>\n<p>Before Regatta\u2019s 371-day voyage began, Royal Caribbean\u2019s Ultimate World Cruise held the distinction of being one of the longest scheduled world cruises.<span class=\"id-r-component br\" data-pos=\"46\"\/>The Serenade of the Seas voyage lasted 274 nights, departing in December 2023 and visiting 160 destinations, including several major world landmarks.<span class=\"id-r-component br\" data-pos=\"49\"\/>The new Explorations by Norwegian itinerary therefore represents a significant increase in duration, keeping passengers at sea for more than a full year.<span class=\"id-r-component br\" data-pos=\"51\"\/><\/p>\n<p><h2>Another 367-day world cruise is already open for bookings<\/h2>\n<\/p>\n<p>Missing the 2026 departure does not mean travelers have missed their chance at a year-long cruise.<span class=\"id-r-component br\" data-pos=\"56\"\/>Explorations by Norwegian is already offering a 367-day world exploration cruise departing from Australia on February 17, 2027. Current listings show the voyage visiting more than 230 ports and being offered from A$119,990 per person, with some packages including flights, transfers and other benefits.<span class=\"id-r-component br\" data-pos=\"59\"\/>Shorter journeys are also available, including multi-week itineraries covering destinations in Europe, Asia, the Americas and beyond.<span class=\"id-r-component br\" data-pos=\"61\"\/>For travelers with the time and budget, the concept offers something few conventional vacations can match &#8211; a year of continuous global travel without repeatedly packing and unpacking between hotels, airports and destinations.<span class=\"id-r-component br\" data-pos=\"63\"\/>With the Regatta now underway, passengers on the inaugural voyage are set to spend the next 371 days moving from one corner of the world to another, turning the idea of a world cruise into a year-long way of life.<\/div>\n<p><br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/timesofindia.indiatimes.com\/life-style\/travel\/news\/worlds-longest-cruise-sets-sail-from-rome-for-371-days-regatta-to-visit-220-ports-across-62-countries-how-much-it-costs-where-it-will-go-and-what-passengers-can-expect\/articleshow\/133945243.cms\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Source link <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>\u200bRegatta begins its record-breaking 371-day cruise across six continents. 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