The second large, China-built cruise vessel, Adora Flora City, is scheduled for homeporting in Hong Kong, starting in 2027. Flora City will expand Adora Cruises’ presence in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macau Greater Bay Area, Adora announced on Friday.
In 2027, Flora City is expected to offer ~20 cruises departing round-trip from Hong Kong. The schedule will include 4- and 5-night itineraries to international destinations such as Vietnam and South Korea, as well as longer routes across Northeast and Southeast Asia.
Three additional sailings without scheduled port destinations are also planned.
The deployment coincides with the 30th anniversary of Hong Kong’s return to Chinese sovereignty in 2027.
Adora identified the city’s position as an international tourism and maritime hub as an important factor in strengthening its operations in the Greater Bay Area and connecting the region with international markets. The company also indicated that it intends to expand its capacity in Hong Kong, supporting the city’s ambitions to develop as a major cruise hub in Asia.
With LOA of 341 metres iand gross tonnage/volume of 141,900 tonns, Adora Flora City features 2130 cabins and can accommodate up to 5232 passengers. Compared with the sister-ship Adora Magic City, Flora City incorporates upgrades to its spatial design, intelligent technologies and new experiences.
The ship is scheduled to undertake its inaugural voyage from Guangzhou on November 22nd, 2026. A special overnight New Year’s Eve cruise departing on December 30th will include a stay in Hong Kong, allowing passengers to welcome 2027 against the backdrop of Victoria Harbour.
Adora currently operates Adora Magic City, Adora Mediterranea and Piano Land (chartered as Corazul Buenavista), with services covering eastern, southern and northern China, as well as Hong Kong.