Princess Cruises announces 2026-2027 Southeast Asia itineraries

   March 27, 2025 ,   Cruise Industry

Princess Cruises has announced its 2026-2027 Southeast Asia cruise season, featuring an extensive range of itineraries designed to showcase the region’s diverse cultural and historical heritage.

The 2670-passenger Diamond Princess, homeported in Singapore, will operate 11 voyages between November 2026 and March 2027, calling at 28 destinations across 8 countries.

These itineraries range from 10 to 31 days, with select ones incorporating late-night stays in port cities such as Ha Long Bay (Cai Lan), Hong Kong, Laem Chabang (Bangkok), and Osaka (Kyoto), allowing for extended shore exploration.

2026-2027 Southeast Asia Program Highlights:

  • 10- to 16-day roundtrip cruises from Singapore featuring calls in Vietnam, Malaysia, and Thailand.
  • 14-day Malaysia, Thailand & Vietnam holiday itinerary, offering guests the opportunity to celebrate Christmas and New Year’s at sea while visiting Kuala Lumpur (Port Kelang), Ho Chi Minh City (Phu My), and Laem Chabang (Bangkok).
  • 16- and 24-day itineraries including stops at UNESCO World Heritage-listed Ha Long Bay, as well as Phuket and Da Nang/Hue (Chan May).
  • 14- to 31-day sailings between Singapore and Japan, transiting via Taiwan and Vietnam, with a late-night More Ashore stay in Hong Kong.
  • 31-day Southeast Asia & Japan itinerary, incorporating visits to Ishigaki, Okinawa, Kochi, and Kobe (Kyoto).
  • Guests will have access to 17 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including Singapore’s Botanic Gardens and the Historic Monuments of Ancient Nara.

The Japan-built Diamond Princess is tailored to the region, offering amenities such as Kai Sushi, Japanese-inspired cocktails by mixologist Rob Floyd, an authentic Izumi bath, folkloric performances, and regional entertainment. The vessel also features Princess Cruises’ signature offerings, including Sabatini’s Italian Trattoria, the Lotus Spa, Movies Under the Stars, and the Princess Theater.

The cruise line’s MedallionClass experience ensures a seamless and personalized voyage. Guests can opt for inclusive packages such as Princess Plus and Princess Premier, which provide additional amenities, including Wi-Fi, beverages, specialty dining, fitness classes, and gratuities, at savings of up to 65% compared to purchasing individually.