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Cruises from Singapore
Asia's great cruise hub, with short breaks to Penang and Phuket and longer voyages across South East Asia.
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Singapore is the cruise hub of South East Asia and one of the easiest places in the world to start a cruise. The airport is excellent, the terminals are efficient, and the city itself, with its hawker centres, gardens and skyline, is a destination in its own right. Many UK travellers spend a few days here before or after a cruise.
Royal Caribbean has a big presence, with family-friendly ships sailing short breaks for much of the year. Princess Cruises, Celebrity Cruises and Holland America Line offer longer itineraries, and luxury lines including Silversea, Seabourn, Oceania Cruises and Explora Journeys run voyages through the region, especially in the northern winter.
Short three- to five-night cruises to Penang, Phuket, Langkawi and Kuala Lumpur are popular as part of a wider Asia holiday. Longer sailings of 12 to 14 nights head to Thailand, Cambodia and Vietnam, or north to Hong Kong, and some grand voyages continue to Japan. There are also seasonal repositioning cruises to Australia and India.
Singapore is hot and humid all year, with rain at any time. The main cruise season for the wider region runs from about November to April, when the weather in Thailand and Vietnam is at its best. We can combine your cruise with a city stay, a beach extension or a tour of the region.
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Royal Caribbean
Princess Cruises
Mid-premium cruising with destination-strong itineraries — Alaska, Caribbean, Mediterranean.
Celebrity Cruises
Modern premium cruising with stylish ships, world-class dining and global itineraries.
Silversea
All-inclusive ultra-luxury cruising on small ocean and expedition ships, butler service throughout.
Holland America Line
Refined mid-size cruising with strong Alaska and global itineraries, mid-premium pricing.
Oceania Cruises
The finest cuisine at sea, smaller premium ships and country-intensive itineraries.
Which line suits you?
| Cruise line | Best for |
|---|---|
| Royal Caribbean | Families who want short breaks on a big, activity-packed ship. |
| Princess Cruises | Travellers who want longer South East Asia and Far East voyages. |
| Celebrity Cruises | Couples who want a stylish ship and port-rich itineraries. |
| Holland America Line | Those who prefer a calmer ship and longer voyages. |
| Silversea | Luxury travellers who want small ships and all-inclusive fares. |
| Oceania Cruises | Food lovers who want a refined, mid-size ship. |
Where you can go from Singapore
- Malaysia and Thailand
- Short cruises to Penang, Langkawi, Kuala Lumpur and Phuket.
- Vietnam and Cambodia
- Longer sailings to Ho Chi Minh City, Nha Trang, Ha Long Bay and the temples of Angkor.
- Hong Kong and Japan
- Grand voyages north through the South China Sea.
- Indonesia and beyond
- Bali and repositioning voyages to Australia and India.
Combining a cruise with a tour
A cruise from Singapore fits neatly with a land tour of the region. A short cruise to Penang and Phuket adds a relaxing break to a Thailand or Malaysia trip, while a longer voyage to Vietnam pairs well with a few days in Hanoi or at Angkor.
Check the FCDO travel advice for every country on your itinerary before you travel.
FAQ
Cruises from Singapore: your questions answered
Where do cruises from Singapore go?
Short cruises visit Penang, Phuket, Langkawi and Kuala Lumpur. Longer voyages head to Thailand, Cambodia, Vietnam and Hong Kong, and some continue to Japan, Australia or India.
When is the best time to cruise from Singapore?
From about November to April, when the weather across Thailand and Vietnam is best. Singapore itself is hot and humid all year, with showers at any time.
Are short cruises from Singapore worth it?
Yes, as part of a wider holiday. A three- or four-night cruise to Penang or Phuket is a relaxing way to add variety to a Singapore stay or an Asia tour.
Should I spend time in Singapore before my cruise?
We recommend at least a couple of nights to recover from the long flight and enjoy the city, from Gardens by the Bay to the hawker centres. We can arrange hotels and transfers.
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