World Cruise 2009

One itinerary, epic and ambitious, one glorious ship, three months. What will you see? Everything. From the vast savannahs of Africa to the sultry beaches of the Seychelles, the enduring symmetry of the Taj Mahal to cultures evolving before your eyes, this is it: the ultimate world travel experience, covering 39 ports in 27 countries and the diverse sights of five continents.

An Intriguing Itinerary

• A fascinating array of destinations showcases diverse cultural and natural wonders; see aboriginal lands, oil-rich sheikdoms, Komodo dragons, gentle South Pacific isles
• Overnight stays in Sydney, Perth, Hong Kong, Shanghai, Singapore, Mumbai, Seychelles, Mombasa and Cape Town
• Maiden ports of call. For the first time we call at Malaysia's silk capital of Kemaman and the beautiful beaches of Maputo in Mozambique, once the Cannes of Africa

A Grand Ship for a Grand Voyage

• Built expressly for world voyaging, the ms Rotterdam is endowed with an extra measure of comfort and space, along with décor and amenities befitting a ship of flagship status
• Pillow gifts that reflect the arts and crafts of the places we visit
• Menus that are varied and seldom repeated, featuring fresh, local ingredients and regional cuisine that reflect our ports of call
• A crew specially selected for their extraordinary thoughtfulness and caring ways

Whether you choose to join us for the full voyage or consider joining us for one of our shorter segments, you will delight in the best of their Signature of Excellence enhancements.