MUNDY CRUISING AND COX & KINGS LAUNCH FOUR ‘TRAVEL DEEPER’ LAND & CRUISE JOURNEYS

Luxury small ship cruise specialist Mundy Cruising has unveiled a series of carefully designed 2026 and 2027 ‘Travel Deeper’ journeys featuring all-inclusive Crystal cruises and exclusively created land programmes in partnership with expert worldwide tour operator Cox & Kings. The journeys have been created to immerse guests deeper into the local culture, history and landscapes of the region, combining the benefits of exploring by land with the different outlook that a voyage on a small ship affords. 

“This collection has been designed to allow our clients to gain a more in-depth perspective as they travel the world. To combine a voyage on board the small ships of one of our favourite cruise lines with a carefully curated Cox & Kings land programme is to enjoy the very best of all worlds,” says Edwina Lonsdale, Mundy Cruising’s managing director.

From bullet trains through Japan’s cherry blossom; to a big five safari in the Maasai Mara; to a magical visit to the Taj Mahal at sunset, Mundy clients have an amazing choice of iconic travel options.  “Weaving these exclusively created land programmes into an already-extraordinary cruise in some of the world’s most epic destinations such as Kenya, Japan, India and Brazil, makes for an even more memorable journey that allows guests to tick off several bucket-list travel items in one,” says Alex Loizou, director of sales, marketing and operations.

The collection is on sale now and comprises the following journeys.

Wild Kenya & Indian Ocean Treasures: 31stJanuary 2026

This bucket-list journey combines a Maasai Mara safari with a Crystal Indian Ocean cruise exploring the paradisical isles of Zanzibar and incredible wildlife of Madagascar. After a night in Nairobi your Maasai Mara safari begins with three days of big five game drives as well as walking safaris, a Maasai cultural visit and included massages. Then fly to Mombasa to embark Crystal Serenity, where your journey includes the white sands and bazaars of Zanzibar and Madagascar including Nosy Be island with its beaches, colourful wildlife and excellent snorkelling, and the beautiful bay of Antsiranana, ending with island hopping among the tropical paradise of the Seychelles.

From £8,595pp for 16 nights including all-inclusive Crystal cruise, US$500 per person to spend on board, all flights, overseas transfers and a five-night Cox & Kings Kenya land programme including stays in Nairobi, Maasai Mara, and Mombasa.

Japan in Cherry Blossom: 31st March 2026

This is a quintessential Japanese experience during cherry blossom season. A night in Tokyo affords you the chance to explore this iconic city, a dazzling introduction to Japan and its utterly unique culture, with a guided tour. Iconic bullet train journeys then take you to Hakone – where you’ll enjoy a Lake Ashinoko cruise – and Kyoto, Japan’s cultural and spiritual heart, scattered with tranquil gardens, traditional teahouses and some 2,000 temples and shrines, for a full day private tour. Join Crystal Symphony back in Tokyo, where calls include the sweeping bay of Shimizu in the shadow of the iconic Mount Fuji; Kobe, a culinary hotspot; the palm-fringed Okinawa archipelago; and Taipei, home to attractive temples and a burgeoning street food scene.

From £11,895pp for 20 nights including all-inclusive Crystal cruise, US$500 to spend on board, flights, overseas transfers and a four-nightCox & Kings Japan land programme including bullet train journeys and stays in Tokyo and Kyoto.

India & the Spice Route: 9th April 2026

This extraordinary journey blends luxury, culture and breathtaking scenery across Southeast Asia and the Indian subcontinent. Begin in glittering Singapore, where your stay at the waterfront Fullerton Bay Hotel offers panoramic skyline views and world-class comfort. Then board the elegant Crystal Serenity for a voyage through vibrant cities, idyllic islands, and UNESCO treasures, from the multicultural streets of Kuala Lumpur and Phuket’s turquoise waters to the remote Andaman Islands, Sri Lanka’s wildlife, Kerala’s tranquil backwaters and Goa’s golden sands. In Mumbai, transition seamlessly into an exclusively created guided land journey, exploring Jaipur’s Pink City, the romantic Taj Mahal at both sunrise and sunset, and the architectural wonders of Delhi.

From £8,485 per person for 22 nights including all-inclusive Crystal cruise, US$500 per person to spend on board, all flights, overseas transfers, one night at the Fullerton Bay Hotel Singapore (or similar), and five-night Cox & Kings India land programme including stays in Jaipur, Agra and Delhi.

Adventure in Brazil: 30th October 2027

Plan ahead and enjoy an adventure in South America, beginning with time in vibrant Rio de Janeiro at the Fairmont Rio de Janeiro Copacabana to take in the city’s iconic sights, from Copacabana Beach to Christ the Redeemer, all surrounded by jungle-clad islands and mountains. Journey onwards to experience the staggering magnitude of Iguassu Falls, the world’s largest waterfall system, where you will stay in the only hotel within the national park, Belmond das Cataratas, for unparalleled access to this natural wonder. Return to Rio to board the luxurious Crystal Serenity for a week-long voyage taking in some of Brazil’s beachside locales including tropical Ilhabela, plus Uruguay and Buenos Aires with its elegant architecture, electrifying tango culture, and some of the world's finest beef and wine.

From £9,285pp for 13 nights including all-inclusive Crystal cruise, all flights, oversea transfers, and four-night Cox & Kings Brazil land programme including stays in Rio de Janeiro and Iguassu Falls.

For more information call 020 7399 7670 or visitwww.mundycruising.co.uk