Silversea has unveiled its 125-day World Cruise 2029 onboard the Silver Whisper called “A Pacific Awakening.”
Sailing from San Diego on January 5, 2029, the world cruise will explore more than 60 destinations in 19 countries, spanning Polynesia, Micronesia, Melanesia, Australia, Asia and New Zealand.
In a press release, Silversea shared that the voyage will feature six signature events and one included overland experience.
“The depth and variety of experiences around which we have designed our World Cruise 2029, A Pacific Awakening, is what makes it such a special journey,” said Bert Hernandez, president, Silversea.
“With 17 overnights, new ports of call, and dozens of immersive experiences across the Pacific, our guests will enjoy iconic destinations alongside smaller, rarely visited ports. From a private evening at the ʻIolani Palace in Honolulu to an exclusive island celebration in the Philippines – these experiences deliver true access and a deep connection to the destination that is unique to Silversea.”
The World Cruise 2029 will comprise eight segments:
THE ANCESTRAL ISLES – San Diego, California to Papeete, Tahiti (January 5 – January 23): Sailing after a Bon Voyage celebration, the first leg of the voyage will take guests to Papeete, Tahiti, exploring volcanic archipelagos and reefs.
WAY OF THE WAYFINDER – Papeete, Tahiti to Auckland, New Zealand (January 23 – February 11): This segment takes guests across French Polynesia, Samoa, Fiji and beyond. Extended stays throughout the region will give guests time to engage with local communities.
THE WILD & THE WORLDLY – Auckland, New Zealand to Melbourne, Australia (February 11 – February 27): This chapter will include visits to fjords, remote coastal landscapes and port towns before transitioning into urban centers.
CURRENTS OF CONTRAST – Melbourne, Australia to Benoa, Bali (February 27 – March 13): This segment will visit wine regions such as Barossa Valley and feature encounters with marine life and untouched coastlines.
EMERALD LANDS & GOLDEN COASTS – Benoa, Bali, to Manila, the Philippines (March 13 – March 25): This portion of the voyage will take guests across Indonesia, Malaysia, Brunei and the Philippines, visiting Malaysia’s sanctuary forests to witness orangutans and proboscis monkeys.
CERULEAN SHORES & SAKURA SKIES – Manila, Philippines to Tokyo, Japan (March 25 – April 6): This segment is timed for guests to witness Japan’s Sakura in peak bloom, while the culinary tradition will be experienced through immersive S.A.L.T. experiences focusing on fermentation.
SPRING AT THE GATES OF EMPIRE – Tokyo, Japan, to Hong Kong, China (April 6 – April 25): This segment will honor imperial histories and artistry across Japan, Korea and China. Select land journeys will also provide access to Xi’an with after‑hours entry to the Terracotta Warriors and an optional UNESCO‑focused exploration of Beijing, featuring the Great Wall and Forbidden City.
ACROSS TEMPLE KINGDOMS – Hong Kong, China, to Singapore (April 25 – May 11): Guests will travel from China to Singapore in the final chapter of the world cruise, exploring ancient temples and cuisine. A S.A.L.T. culinary highlight in Thailand will allow guests to explore the principles of plant‑based cuisine.
An exclusive pre‑sale for this world cruise will open to Venetian Society members on April 14, while general sales start on April 21.
