Khanh Hoa welcomes fourth international cruise ship in early 2026
VOV.VN - Khanh Hoa Province received its fourth international cruise call on January 23, when the Diamond Princess, flying the Bermuda flag, docked at Cam Ranh International Port, bringing thousands of foreign visitors to the southcentral coastal destination.
The ship carried 2,750 passengers, mostly from the United States, on its Vietnam itinerary. After arrival, visitors joined shore excursions organised by Phuong Thang Services, Tourism and Trading Co., Ltd. and Destination Asia Co., Ltd., visiting key attractions such as Po Nagar Cham Towers, Long Son Pagoda and Dam Market, as well as taking part in community-based experiences at Truong Son craft village, Cai River tours and countryside cycling trips.
Later the same day, the ship departed Khanh Hoa for its next stop at Ha Long Port in northern Quang Ninh province.
According to the Khanh Hoa Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism, the province has received four international cruise ships since the beginning of 2026, with more than 10,150 passengers disembarking for shore visits. Based on registrations from cruise lines, 37 additional calls are expected throughout the year.
Local tourism officials said the steady return of international cruise operations is a positive sign for the recovery and growth of cruise tourism in Khanh Hoa.