Princess Cruises has announced its highly anticipated 2026-2027 Southeast Asia cruise season, offering travellers an effortless way to explore the vibrant cultures of this region with acclaimed itineraries.
On sale now, Diamond Princess will depart from the homeport of Singapore, taking guests to 28 destinations across eight countries on 11 sailings, from November 2026 to March 2027. With durations ranging from 10 to 31 nights, cruises include late-night stays in Ha Long Bay/Hanoi, Hong Kong, Bangkok (from Laem Chabang), and Kyoto (from Osaka), offering ample time for exploration of these southeast Asia destinations.
“Our newest Southeast Asia cruise season brings travellers to some of the world’s most sought-after destinations,” said Terry Thornton, Princess Cruises Chief Commercial Officer. “Our award-winning itineraries ensure there is an option for every type of traveller, making it easier than ever to experience the rich cultures and breathtaking landscapes of multiple countries for the adventure of a lifetime.”
2026-2027 Southeast Asia Programme Highlights
- 10- to 16-night roundtrip sailings from Singapore visiting Vietnam, Malaysia and Singapore:
- Spend the holidays at sea over Christmas and New Year’s on a 14-night Malaysia, Thailand & Vietnam itinerary, including Kuala Lumpur (Port Kelang), Ho Chi Minh City (Phu My) and Laem Chabang (for Bangkok).
- 16- and 24-night Malaysia, Thailand & Vietnam itineraries that include UNESCO World Heritage site Ha Long Bay in Vietnam (from Cai Lan), as well stops in Phuket and Da Nang/Hue (Chan May).
- The season begins and concludes sailing between Singapore and Japan, offering a variety of options from 14- to 31-night via Taiwan, Vietnam and includes a late-night More Ashore visit to Hong Kong.
- 31-night Southeast Asia & Japan includes stops to the beautiful island destinations of Ishigaki and Okinawa, Kochi as well as Kobe (for Kyoto).
- Access to 17 UNESCO World Heritage Sites including the Singapore Botanical Gardens, established in 1859 with over 10,000 types of flora and The Historic Monuments of Ancient Nata from (from Osaka).
Diamond Princess:
Built in Japan, the 2,670-guest Diamond Princess offers a unique experience tailored to the region. Guests enjoy authentic cuisine at Kai Sushi, sip Japanese-inspired cocktails created by mixologist Rob Floyd, soak in the traditional Izumi bath and enjoy folkloric shows, regional entertainment and holiday celebrations. In addition, guests delight in signature Princess offerings like Sabatini’s Italian Trattoria, the Lotus Spa, Movies Under the Stars, Princess Theatre and more.
Princess offers a premium holiday with the line’s award-winning, signature Princess MedallionClass experience which offers unparalleled service and personalisation. Guests booking can take advantage of inclusive packages like Princess Plus and Princess Premier which add popular amenities like WiFi, beverages, desserts, fitness classes, crew appreciation and more at an even greater savings of up 65% when the inclusive package amenities are purchased separately.
Additional information about Princess Cruises is available through a professional travel agent or by visiting the company’s website at princess.com.
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