5 Cruise Itineraries That Belong on Your Bucket List

At Bolsover Cruise Club, we believe that every cruise itinerary is special. Cruising is an incredible way to see the world, but there are some itineraries that we can’t help but put on a pedestal. Whether it’s because of their iconic destinations or the natural phenomena they make accessible, some cruise itineraries deserve to be on every holidaymaker’s bucket list, so let’s talk about our five favourites.

1. Norwegian Fjords

We can’t think of a better way to begin our round-up of bucket list travel destinations than with the Norwegian Fjords. With their great expanses of inky blue water, soaring snow-capped mountains and thunderous waterfalls, voyages to these impressive landscapes simply cannot be missed.

The stoic cliffs of Geirangerfjord, Sognefjord, and others are sights to behold, but they aren’t the only thing that makes these itineraries essential. Guests can also look forward to stops in quaint Norwegian ports such as Bergen, Ålesund, and Trondheim to experience authentic culture and cuisine, as well as Arctic ports such as Svalbard, which offer once-in-a-lifetime polar bear encounters.

Plenty of cruise lines offer itineraries through the pastel-painted harbours, sleepy fishing villages and rugged cliffs of Norway, including P&O Cruises, Cunard and Fred. Olsen Cruises.

2. Panama Canal

From natural wonder to human ingenuity, we turn to the Panama Canal. Taking over 30 years to complete, this modern-day masterpiece connects the Pacific and Atlantic oceans, taking guests on a journey through lush jungle, bustling waterfront communities, rural villages and Central America’s most popular bucket list destinations.

Journeying the 51 miles from one end to the other, guests pass through cities such as Acapulco, Balboa and Panama City, soaking up Afro-Caribbean culture, enjoying modern skylines and visiting historic sites as they pass through the canal’s intricate locks. Not to mention, these itineraries also pass through everything from marshy beaches to verdant rainforests, immersing guests in tropical wilderness.

Cruise lines sail the Panama Canal in both dedicated sailings and as part of wider Caribbean voyages, including Princess Cruises, Cunard and Holland America Line. 

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3. Transatlantic

A transatlantic cruise is more than just a sailing across the ocean. An iconic itinerary that calls back to the Golden Age of cruising, voyages from the UK to the top destinations across America are the peak of luxury, combining impeccable onboard experiences with diverse port stops.

Crossing the Atlantic, guests can go everywhere, from the bright lights of New York City to the picture-perfect beaches of the Caribbean. Between the frosty coastlines of Canada and the tropical jungles of South America, guests can enjoy the pleasures of traditional cruising as they traverse the ocean, including five-star onboard restaurants, world-class entertainment and accommodation worthy of a boutique hotel. 

Such an iconic cruising itinerary is offered by many of the best cruise lines in the world, including MSC Cruises, Norwegian Cruise Line, P&O Cruises, Cunard and Explora Journeys with their luxurious Explora II ship.

4. Mississippi River

It wouldn’t be right not to include a river cruise on this list, and we can’t think of an experience that better encapsulates everything great about this type of holiday than a voyage along the Mississippi River.

Sailing along the Mississippi River is one ‘pinch me’ moment after another. Enjoy the warmth of Southern hospitality as you venture through the likes of New Orleans, Nashville and Memphis. Whether you want to visit the birthplace of Jazz, the home of rock and roll, or dive into the flavours of smoky BBQ and sweet cornbread, the Mississippi is packed with bucket list travel destinations.

If you’re looking for the American Dream, Viking River Cruises offers itineraries that touch base with every cultural and natural highlight along this famous waterway. 

5. World Cruise

Choosing a single destination can be hard, so why not visit them all? As the ultimate bucket list itinerary, a world cruise allows guests to experience as wide a range of cultures and landscapes as possible, sailing between continents while ensuring comfort never falters.

Reaching so many ports means world cruises can offer a variety of routes, allowing guests to curate the best possible experience. Set sail from Singapore, visiting the metropolitan and exotic delights of Southeast Asia and Australasia before crossing the Pacific for a few days in the Los Angeles sunshine. Or maybe you’d prefer to start in the Caribbean, sailing over the ocean to enjoy the beaches of the Canary Islands and city breaks in Spain and Britain. 

See all the most popular bucket list destinations in one epic voyage with a world cruise itinerary. Take your pick of the best cruise lines for your world cruise, including P&O Cruises, Cunard, Princess Cruises, Oceania Cruises, MSC Cruises, Regent Seven Seas Cruises and many more!

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