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See the world on an epic adventure sailing to and from Southampton or fly to join Arcadia on an exotic-fly cruise holiday on a sector of the World Cruise.

There's plenty to do, whether you decide to explore ashore by yourself or pay a little extra for a&nbsp;<a href="https://www.pocruises.com/shore-excursions">shore experience</a>.

With so many iconic destinations and incredible experiences on offer, you'll need a bigger bucket list to keep track of them all.

Get to know our adult-only ship, Arcadia, your home away from home on a World Cruise holiday.

For a little bit extra, you can take part in a range of fun activities with experienced and informative guides by your side.

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<h3>Each destination has its own wealth of cultural experiences waiting for you.</h3>

Embark on a night-time city tour! Cruise by Fisherman's Wharf, cross the Golden Gate Bridge for panoramic views, and stop at North Vista Point for photos. Continue through the city, soak in the Civic Center's beauty, and reach the vibrant Union Square. End the tour with a breath-taking view of the illuminated skyline from Treasure Island.

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Experience the exhilarating climb to the top of Sydney Harbour Bridge, a unique way to view the world-famous harbour area. Your guide will lead a small group up the eastern arch, through steel catwalks to the summit. Take in the panorama before descending down the western arch to receive a souvenir photo of your climb.

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This bucket list experience isn't just a cruise, it's a victory lap of human achievement. Rise through ingenious locks, witness lush rainforests, and sail between Atlantic and Pacific in a single day. It's a blend of engineering marvel and exotic adventure you won't forget.

An overnight stay in port means that the ship will dock and you can explore the destination in the evening, getting the most out of your holiday.

Incredible things to do on a World Cruise

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Jet straight to your destination and join your ship on a fly-cruise holiday or sail straight from Southampton.

Enjoy a dream World Cruise holiday from 15 to 100 nights.

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Our World Cruise departs Southampton in January and returns in April with departures between January and March.

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Bucket-list destinations and authentic cultural experiences.

Shore experiences cost a little bit extra, but they're worth it. Either log in to&nbsp;<a href="https://my.pocruises.com/mycruise/login">My P&amp;O Cruises</a>&nbsp;and book and pay for your shore experience there, or you can do so once you're on board at the shore experience desk or by using the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.pocruises.com/my-holiday">My Holiday digital pocket planner</a>. Please note, shore experiences are popular and tend to be booked in advance.&nbsp;You can book shore experiences up until 3 days before your cruise departs.

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With Fly-cruises, you fly from your choice of regional airport to a holiday destination and are transferred to the departure port of your cruise ship. After a relaxing holiday, you are transferred back to the airport for your flight home.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.pocruises.com/fly-cruises">Click here to find out more.</a>

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Mid-sized Arcadia offers timeless style - a worthy home for our epic World Cruises.
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January - May

Bath Beach, on the stunning east coast of Barbados, is the perfect place to get away from it all and enjoy the pleasures of basking in the Caribbean sun. A wonderful one-hour trek follows a trail between Bath and Consett Bay, and reveals superb coastal views often missed by visitors. And the one-hour kayaking trip in Bath Bay’s tranquil waters, visits magnificent locations such as Great Rocks and Consett Bay, as well as secluded swimming holes.

A beautiful Hawaiian Hula dancer dancing on the beach of the tropical Hawaiian islands. She is wearing a traditional Hula dance dress with a lei and a head dress. Photographed in vertical format with copy space in Kauai, Hawaii.

An exciting evening under the stars awaits as we take you on a voyage across Ka Moana (the Ocean) in Honolulu. Witness world-class entertainment with a show that begins and ends with fire! Experience first-hand some of the most beloved traditions of the islands during our interactive activities before the show including lei making, hula lessons, coconut-headband weaving, poi &amp; lomi lomi samplings, ukulele lessons and more!

Singapore, Marina Bay, Garden By the bay, botanic garden, Supertree Grove and Cloud Forest

Gardens by the Bay spans over 250 acres and boasts more than 250,000 rare plants, housed in giant domed conservatories. Explore the Flower Dome, which houses flora that thrives in the cool-dry climate of Mediterranean regions, and the mysterious mist-veiled Cloud Forest, home to the world’s tallest indoor waterfall and plant life from the tropical highlands. Enjoy some free time on your own and walk along the amazing 22-metre-high OCBC Skyway suspended from the iconic Supertrees.

What you do with more time ashore is up to you. So will it be an sunset catamaran cruise or a twilight city highlights tour? The choice is yours.

Soak up the local culture with evenings and overnight stays in port

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As we visit the Norwegian Fjords in the summer months it is highly unlikely that you’ll see the Northern Lights, but fear not, you’ve a chance to spot the mesmerising phenomenon on our winter holidays to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.pocruises.com/cruise-destinations/norway-cruises">Norway</a>.&nbsp;

Can you see the Northern Lights in the Norwegian Fjords?

The Norwegian Fjords is an astounding landscape made of many narrow deep seas, framed by dramatic mountainous land. The Norwegian fjords were created by moving glaciers over a period of 2.5 million years – Mother Nature certainly took her time to make these marvels.

What are the Norwegian Fjords?

Days are generally bright and long in the summertime - perfect for enjoying all of the region’s natural beauty. During the summer months the Norwegians enjoy spending as much time outdoors revitalising. Most of the snow in the mountains has melted away, so it makes hiking and cycling the terrain all the more easier. In the towns people like to relax with al fresco drinks and barbecues – you’ll find specialties of grilled fish, pork chops and potato salad.&nbsp;

What is summer like in the Norwegian Fjords?

Norwegian is spoken in the Norwegian Fjords. It’s a descendant of Old Norse - the common language of the peoples of the Viking Era.&nbsp;&nbsp;

What languages are spoken in the Norwegian Fjords?

The weather in the Norwegian Fjords can be quite changeable – the Norwegians even have a saying: “There is no such thing as bad weather, only bad clothes.” We’d recommend planning for all weather; tops, jumpers, coats and maybe an umbrella!
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During the summer, you could also bring t-shirts, shorts, jeans and perhaps a light jacket and definitely some walking shoes so that you can explore all the magical sights.
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Depending on the dress code on board, you have two choices of what to pack for the evenings. Nights where the dress code is Evening Casual, you can pack your best shirts, dresses and smart, dark denim. For nights where the dress code is Black Tie, make sure to pack your best tux, suit or cocktail dress.
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There are some venues on each cruise ship where dress codes don’t apply, so make sure to check your Horizon paper that’s delivered to your cabin each day to check where these are, as they vary ship by ship. For those travelling on family-friendly ships, dress codes also don’t apply to children aged 17 and under.&nbsp;

Which ships visit Northern Europe and Scandinavia?

The Norwegian Fjords are only one hour ahead of the UK.

What time zone is the Norwegian Fjords in?

The Norwegian Fjords are dotted with picture-perfect towns, and with us you can explore the local cultures and scenery of: Bergen, Stavanger, Skjolden, Olden, Ålesund, Åndalsnes, Geiranger, Haugesund, Hellesylt, Kristiansund, Kristiansand, Trondheim and Nordfjordeid.&nbsp;&nbsp;

What towns are in the Norwegian Fjords?

The breathtaking Norwegian fjords that you can visit on a Norway cruise include: Sunnylvsfjorden, Geirangerfjord, Innvikfjorden, Storfjorden, Nordfjord and Romsdalsfjord.

Which of the Norwegian fjords do P&O Cruises visit?

Visas aren’t required for a Norway Fjords holidays with us on stays shorter than 90 days. However you’ll need to ensure that your passport is valid for at least six months beyond the period of stay. Further official travel advice can be found on the government website: https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/norway/entry-requirements

Will I need a visa for the Norwegian Fjords?

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