Southeast Asia Cruises 2027

What’s Sailing Southeast Asia in 2027?

Southeast Asia is the heart of the 2027 programme here, with sailings concentrated across the region from the start of the year right through to December. The mix runs from shorter getaways of a few nights up to grand voyages of 111 nights, with a median length of around 16 nights — long enough to take in several countries and dozens of ports in genuine depth. The dominant ports for boarding and leaving the ship are Singapore, Hong Kong, and — for East Asia itineraries — Tokyo and Yokohama. A good number of sailings also begin or end in Sydney and Benoa, Bali. Browse all cruises or read on to find the itinerary and ship that suit you.

Where Do These Cruises Go?

The 2027 sailings cover a wide arc of Asia and the wider Pacific. Here is how the regions break down — and what each part of the world offers a cruiser planning their trip.

Southeast Asia

The largest share of availability sits squarely in Southeast Asia, and it is easy to see why this region dominates. Sailings here thread through island chains, river mouths and ancient port cities, typically boarding in Singapore or Hong Kong before heading further into the region. Itineraries vary enormously in length and character — some spend several days at a single destination, others pack a wide sweep into two weeks. If this part of the world is your focus, there is no shortage of choice in 2027.

East Asia and Beyond

A solid selection of sailings extends into East Asia, often pairing the region with Southeast Asian ports on longer itineraries. These routes frequently begin or end in Japan — boarding at Tokyo or Yokohama — and suit travellers who want to pair the cultural intensity of Japan with the warmth and variety of Southeast Asia on one voyage. If you are specifically looking at Japan cruises in 2027 from Tokyo, we have a dedicated page for those sailings too.

Australia and Indonesia

Several sailings extend south into Australia, with Sydney a common start or finish point. These are typically longer one-way voyages that make a natural pairing with Southeast Asian ports on the way through. If you want to combine the two regions, Australia and New Zealand 2027 cruises are also on sale and worth a look alongside these itineraries. Australia and New Zealand together form one of the most popular long-haul cruise destinations for British travellers, and the 2027 programme reflects that. Indonesia — particularly Bali’s port of Benoa — appears regularly too, both as a standalone destination and as a transit port on longer routes.

World Cruises and Transpacific Sailings

A handful of sailings are segments of full world cruises that pass through the region, and a small number cross the Pacific entirely. These longer voyages are for travellers with real time to spend at sea — some run well past the 100-night mark. If a full world cruise appeals, our page on world cruises in 2027 from Southampton covers the options in detail, including the P&O Arcadia World Cruise 2027.

What About One-Way Sailings?

It is worth noting upfront that the majority of these sailings are one-way voyages rather than round trips — you board in one port and disembark in another. That is entirely normal for this part of the world, and it means the cruise itself is often the middle leg of a longer trip. Cruise1st can arrange your outbound flight, hotel the night before embarkation, transfers to the ship, and your return flight home, all on one booking. You tell us your nearest airport; we build the rest around it.

Which Cruise Lines Sail Southeast Asia in 2027?

Six cruise lines dominate the 2027 programme for this region, each with a distinctly different character.

• Princess Cruises brings one of the largest programmes, well suited to longer itineraries with a relaxed, classic style and strong Pacific expertise.
• Celebrity Cruises offers a contemporary premium experience across several ships, with modern dining and well-designed spaces that hold up on voyages of two weeks or more.
• Royal Caribbean leads on onboard activity and family appeal, with the amplified Navigator of the Seas among the ships sailing the region.
• Oceania Cruises is the choice for food-focused travellers who want a smaller ship, destination-rich itineraries and an unhurried pace.
• Regent Seven Seas Cruises takes the all-inclusive approach further than most — fares typically cover shore excursions, flights and gratuities, so there is very little to pay once you are on board.
• Azamara specialises in longer port stays and overnight calls, which makes a genuine difference in a region where the most interesting experiences tend to happen ashore after dark.

Cunard and Costa Cruises also have a presence in the region, with Holland America Line rounding out the choice for travellers who prefer a more traditional at-sea pace. If you are set on a particular line, Princess Japan and Southeast Asia sailings for 2027–2028 and Celebrity Cruises 2027 both have their own dedicated pages.

Which Ships Are Sailing the Region?

Several well-known ships appear across the 2027 Southeast Asia programme. Here is what each one is actually like to sail on.

Navigator of the Seas — Royal Caribbean

Navigator of the Seas is Royal Caribbean’s amplified mid-size ship, and the top deck is where it makes its case most clearly. The Blaster aqua coaster — the longest waterslide at sea — sits at the centre of a full deck of activity, with a 10-storey panoramic pool deck beneath it. The Lime & Coconut bar spans three levels and is the social hub of the ship, with hand-crafted cocktails and a party atmosphere that carries well into the evenings. At dinner, Jamie Oliver’s Jamie’s Italian and Hooked Seafood both join the lineup, and the original at-sea ice-skating rink and FlowRider surf simulator are still very much part of the offer. For families, or for anyone who wants their time at sea to feel genuinely eventful, Navigator delivers.

Cabin choices on Navigator of the Seas range across several grades. See the Navigator of the Seas cabin grades and deck plans for the full breakdown, or use this guide to the main options:

• Inside cabin with Promenade view (2T) — 15.5 m²: A window overlooking the Royal Promenade gives you the ship’s atmosphere and bustle from your cabin — a step up from a standard inside that makes a real difference on longer voyages.
• Ultra Spacious Ocean-view cabin (1K) — 30.5 m²: At roughly twice the floor space of a standard ocean-view, this grade sleeps up to 6 and gives noticeably more room to spread out and store luggage.
• Balcony cabin, Spacious (1B) — 18.9 m²: Around 1 m² larger than a standard balcony — a small difference in numbers that translates into practical extra room on a two-week sailing.
• Royal Suite (RS) — 117.1 m²: The largest suite on the ship, with a grand piano and a large private balcony. At 117 m², it is the right choice for anyone who wants to live well on a longer crossing.

Celebrity Millennium — Celebrity Cruises

Celebrity Millennium carries a piece of genuine maritime history: the Olympic Restaurant is panelled in original walnut from RMS Olympic, Titanic’s sister ship, making dinner in that room something you will not find on any other ship at sea. The dining side has another standout in Le Petit Chef, Celebrity’s 3D animated dinner show where tabletop projections accompany a multi-course tasting menu — a properly novel experience for anyone who has not tried it. AquaClass staterooms are worth considering on longer itineraries: they unlock exclusive access to the Blu restaurant and the Persian Garden thermal spa, which adds real day-to-day value on a 16-night voyage.

For cabin grades and deck plans, visit the Celebrity Millennium cabins and deck plans page. The main grades run as follows:

• Prime Inside cabin (I1) — 15.9 m²: Centrally located on higher decks, which means shorter walks to the pool, bar and outdoor spaces — a practical advantage on a busy ship.
• Prime Ocean-view cabin (O1) — 16.0 m²: Same prime position on higher decks, with a window and a slightly more open feeling than the inside equivalent.
• Ultra Deluxe Veranda Balcony (UV) — 43.3 m²: Almost 3 times the space of a standard veranda, this grade suits anyone who wants to use their cabin as a living space rather than just a place to sleep.
• Penthouse Suite (PS) — approx. 235 m²: The largest suite on board, with around 102 m² of private balcony and an outdoor hot tub with panoramic views.

Celebrity Solstice — Celebrity Cruises

Celebrity Solstice was comprehensively renewed in 2026 — new additions include Trattoria Rossa, Fine Cut Steakhouse, a Sunset Park terrace and refreshed Retreat suites, so the ship you board in 2027 is meaningfully newer than it sounds. The Lawn Club — a genuine half-acre of real grass on an upper deck — remains one of the more surprising things you will find at sea, hosting live Hot Glass Show demonstrations and outdoor cinema. The Retreat gives suite guests their own private pool sundeck, exclusive Luminae restaurant with menus by Daniel Boulud, and a dedicated butler — a genuinely elevated experience that is worth the step up on a long voyage through Southeast Asia.

Cabin grades on Celebrity Solstice — full details at the Celebrity Solstice cabins and deck plans page:

• Inside cabin (I1) — 17.0 m²: Located on higher decks for shorter routes to the pools and public outdoor spaces.
• Panoramic Ocean-view cabin (PN) — 22.7 m²: Floor-to-ceiling glass gives a significantly wider field of view than a standard porthole or window — a cabin you will actually use during daylight hours at sea.
• Deluxe Veranda (DV) — 19.1 m²: Around 1 m² larger than a standard balcony cabin, with private outdoor space and a price point below the larger veranda grades.
• Penthouse Suite (PS) — approx. 156 m²: The largest suite on board, with a private hot tub and more than 4 times the living space of a standard balcony cabin.

Azamara Pursuit — Azamara

Azamara Pursuit is a boutique ship carrying just 777 guests, and its whole purpose is to give you more time in the places you visit. Longer port stays as standard — including regular overnight calls — mean you can genuinely explore in the evenings rather than being back on board by 6pm. The AzAmazing Evenings programme adds exclusive private cultural events ashore that are included in your fare. Specialty dining at Prime C and Aqualina is also included, which means the all-in feel is real rather than just a marketing headline. For a region as rich in evening culture as Southeast Asia, the Azamara approach makes particular sense.

For full cabin and deck information, see the Azamara Pursuit cabins and deck plans.

Costa Deliziosa — Costa Cruises

Costa Deliziosa has a couple of features that set it apart from the Costa fleet. It is the only Costa ship with dedicated golf facilities — a simulator and outdoor putting green on deck — which matters if you want to keep your game going on a long voyage. The Samsara Spa covers 3,500 m² across 2 decks, with a thalassotherapy pool and thermal suite. The glass-roofed pool deck has a retractable cover and a giant cinema screen for open-air film nights, which works well in Southeast Asian waters where the evenings are warm. See the Costa Deliziosa cabin grades and deck plans for stateroom options.

Queen Victoria — Cunard

Queen Victoria is the most traditional ship, and in Southeast Asia that contrast with the destinations is part of the appeal. The Royal Court Theatre is the first at sea to feature private boxes, and it hosts West End-calibre productions nightly. The largest ballroom at sea is host to Cunard’s famous Gala evenings with a live orchestra, and white-gloved afternoon tea is a daily ritual rather than a special occasion. The Britannia, Princess Grill and Queen’s Grill restaurants give the ship a tiered dining structure that is the most traditional class-dining experience currently afloat. For a full world cruise that passes through this region, the Queen Victoria World Cruise 2027 is worth exploring. See the Queen Victoria cabin grades and deck plans for stateroom options.

Further ships in the programme include Sapphire Princess and Diamond Princess from Princess Cruises. For Princess sailings specifically, our Princess Japan and Southeast Asia 2027–2028 page covers the itineraries, ships and fares in full detail, including Princess Cruises 2027 from Southampton packages for those combining a UK departure with a fly-cruise.

What Fare Options Are Available?

The three main lines each structure their fares differently, and choosing the right tier makes a real difference to what you pay on board.

Princess Cruises

Princess offers 2 core fare tiers for 2027. The Standard fare is the base cruise price — it covers your cabin and sailing, with the Princess Plus and Princess Premier packages available to add. The Plus tier is genuinely good value for most passengers: it covers beverages up to $15 each (with a daily limit of 15 drinks), MedallionNet® Max Wi-Fi, crew appreciation, 4 casual dining meals per voyage, unlimited digital photographs plus 3 prints, and reserved theatre seating. For many travellers, upgrading to Plus at the point of booking works out cheaper than paying for drinks and Wi-Fi separately on board.

Celebrity Cruises

Celebrity uses 3 fare tiers. The cruise-only rate keeps the headline price down and lets you add extras later. The mid-tier bundles a classic drinks package and basic Wi-Fi — a convenient option for most passengers who want to know what they are spending before they sail. The Retreat tier is specifically for suite guests: it covers a premium drinks package, premium Wi-Fi, exclusive lounge and sundeck access, private dining and dedicated personal service, and is effectively a holiday-within-a-holiday experience for those who book it.

Royal Caribbean

Royal Caribbean’s fare types on these sailings include standard cruise fares, last-minute discounted rates, and a solo-traveller fare for single occupancy. Fare types such as last-minute offers and group promotions are available on select sailings — your Cruise1st adviser can tell you which are applicable at the time you book and whether combining offers is possible on your chosen departure.

Can I Save on a Southeast Asia Cruise in 2027?

Discounts are available on a significant share of sailings across the programme. Reductions run up to 45% on one departure — measured against the price previously listed for that cabin grade — though most discounted sailings carry a reduction of around 6%. The headline figure reflects a single sailing; the typical saving is more modest but still worth checking at the time of booking. A Cruise1st adviser can check which departures carry a current discount and help you weigh that against fare tier and cabin grade to find the strongest overall value.

What’s Included — and What Isn’t?

Across the 2027 Southeast Asia programme, more than 150 sailings are all-inclusive or sail on fare tiers that bundle key extras. The definition of “all-inclusive” varies by cruise line: Regent Seven Seas includes flights, shore excursions and gratuities; Azamara includes specialty dining, select drinks and the AzAmazing Evenings events; Princess Plus covers drinks, Wi-Fi and crew appreciation. A Cruise1st expert can walk you through exactly what your chosen fare covers before you commit, so you know what you are — and are not — paying for on board.

Make It a Complete Holiday

Nearly all of these sailings start outside the UK — in Singapore, Hong Kong, Sydney, Tokyo or Bali — so the cruise is the centrepiece of a longer trip. Cruise1st can put the whole thing together: return flights from your nearest UK airport, a hotel the night before embarkation (essential after a long-haul flight), transfers between airport and port, shore tours, and travel insurance. Everything goes on one booking, so there is no juggling separate confirmations or worrying about whether your flight gives you enough time to reach the ship. That is the practical case for booking with a specialist rather than going direct — and if you have questions, our cruise experts are on hand before you book.

For those rare departures that can be reached without flying — a very small share of these sailings, given the geography — the journey from the UK is by air for the overwhelming majority of travellers. If you are combining this cruise with time in Sydney or Singapore either side, we can build that into the same booking as a fully custom itinerary.

Also Sailing in 2027

If Southeast Asia is the right part of the world but you want to look at neighbouring options, there is a strong 2027 programme across related regions. Australia 2027 cruises from Southampton cover fly-cruise options ending or beginning in Sydney. Sydney 2027 sailings are worth a look if Sydney is your preferred gateway. For East Asian itineraries specifically, Royal Caribbean Japan cruises in 2027 and Royal Caribbean 2027 sailings cover the Japan programme in full. If you are open to the broader 2027 picture, the full 2027 cruise programme gives you the complete range — or browse 2027 cruises from Southampton if you want to start from the UK without a flight. Celebrity Cruises 2027 from Southampton and Celebrity 2026 from Southampton are both useful if you are weighing up years as well as destinations.

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Where a discount is shown, it is a reduction from the price previously listed for that cabin grade on that sailing, not a comparison between cabin grades or against a brochure rate. Discounts and prices shown are not kept up to date: the reduction available now may be smaller, or may have ended, and prices may have changed.