The Asia cruise season varies by sub-region. Southeast Asia (Vietnam, Thailand, Singapore, Indonesia) is best from November to April during the dry season. Japan is spectacular in late March to mid-April for cherry blossom season, and October to November for autumn foliage. China and South Korea are pleasant in spring (April-May) and autumn (September-November). The monsoon season (June-September) affects much of Southeast Asia and is generally avoided by cruise lines.
Asia itineraries span an extraordinary range — from the skyscrapers of Singapore and Hong Kong to the floating markets of Bangkok and the terraced rice paddies of Vietnam. Japan voyages call at Yokohama (Tokyo), Osaka (gateway to Kyoto), Hiroshima, and smaller ports like Kanazawa and Nagasaki. Southeast Asia routes thread through Ho Chi Minh City, Ha Long Bay, Penang, Bali, and Phuket, with optional overland excursions to Angkor Wat and Chiang Mai. Expect vibrant street food, ornate Buddhist temples, traditional tea ceremonies, and dramatic volcanic landscapes. Voyages range from 7-night Japan itineraries to 14-night Southeast Asia explorations and grand 20-plus-night Asia combinations.
Our Asia specialists can help you find the perfect voyage — from first-time cruisers to seasoned travellers.
