Riviera
January 26, 2028

Singapore offers docking at Marina Bay Cruise Centre. Travelers explore Gardens by the Bay and Merlion Park. Excursions visit Sentosa Island. Local markets sell Hainanese chicken rice. The peak season, November to March, brings milder weather for city tours. Photography captures futuristic skylines and Singapore Strait vistas. Dining onboard includes laksa, a Singaporean favorite. Souvenirs, like orchid crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Peranakan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Singapore’s urban charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of modern landmarks and cultural heritage, making Singapore an engaging destination for exploration.

Returning to Singapore — see Day 1 above for port info.

Port Klang, Malaysia, has docking at Port Klang with excursions to Kuala Lumpur. Travelers explore Petronas Towers and Batu Caves. Excursions visit Chinatown’s markets. Local markets sell durians. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather. Photography captures urban skylines and limestone caves. Dining onboard includes nasi lemak, a Malaysian favorite. Souvenirs, like batik fabrics, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Malaysian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate. Comfortable shoes enhance city tours. Port Klang’s access to Kuala Lumpur offers a vibrant Malaysian stop, blending urban energy with cultural richness.

Langkawi, Malaysia, has docking at Porto Malai Port. Travelers explore Sky Bridge and mangrove tours. Excursions visit Kilim Geoforest Park. Local markets sell batik fabrics. The peak season, November to April, brings dry weather. Photography captures limestone peaks and Andaman Sea vistas. Dining onboard includes roti canai, a Malaysian favorite. Souvenirs, like pewter crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover island ecology. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate. Sturdy shoes enhance mangrove tours. Langkawi’s tropical allure offers a vibrant Malaysian stop, blending nature with coastal beauty.

Phuket, Thailand, offers docking at Phuket Port. Travelers explore Patong Beach and Big Buddha. Excursions visit Phang Nga Bay’s limestone karsts by boat. Local markets sell tom yum. The peak season, November to April, brings dry weather for island tours. Photography captures turquoise bays and Buddhist statues. Dining onboard includes pad thai, a Thai favorite. Souvenirs, like silk scarves, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Phuket’s history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance beach exploration. Phuket’s vibrant coastal allure offers a dynamic Thai stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of scenic beaches, cultural landmarks, and marine adventures, making Phuket an engaging destination for exploring Thailand’s Andaman beauty and island culture.

Penang (Pulau Pinang), Malaysia, offers docking at George Town Port. Travelers explore Kek Lok Si Temple and Penang’s street art. Excursions visit Penang Hill’s viewpoints. Local markets sell char kway teow. The peak season, November to March, brings dry weather for city tours. Photography captures colonial architecture and vibrant murals. Dining onboard includes nasi kandar, a Malaysian favorite. Souvenirs, like batik fabrics, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Penang’s multicultural history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance street walks. Penang’s cultural richness offers a vibrant Malaysian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic sites, street food, and scenic views, making Penang an engaging destination for exploration.

Phu My (Ho Chi Minh City), Vietnam, offers docking at Phu My Port with excursions to Ho Chi Minh City. Travelers explore Notre-Dame Basilica and Cu Chi Tunnels. Excursions visit Mekong Delta. Local markets sell phở. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather for city tours. Photography captures colonial architecture and South China Sea vistas. Dining onboard includes banh mi, a Vietnamese favorite. Souvenirs, like lacquerware, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Viet history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Phu My’s cultural gateway offers a vibrant Vietnamese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic deltas, making Phu My an engaging destination.

Returning to Phu My (ho Chi Minh City) — see Day 9 above for port info.

Ko Samui, Thailand, has docking at Nathon Port. Travelers explore Big Buddha Temple and Chaweng Beach. Excursions visit Ang Thong Marine Park. Local markets sell coconut candy. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather. Photography captures palm-lined beaches and limestone islands. Dining onboard includes khao soi, a Thai noodle dish. Souvenirs, like silk scarves, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Thai culture. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate. Snorkeling gear enhances marine park exploration. Ko Samui’s vibrant beaches offer a lively Thai stop, blending culture with tropical allure.

Laem Chabang, Thailand, has docking at Laem Chabang Port with excursions to Bangkok. Travelers explore Wat Pho’s reclining Buddha and Grand Palace. Excursions visit Pattaya’s beaches. Local markets sell mango sticky rice. The peak season, November to February, brings dry weather. Photography captures temples and urban skylines. Dining onboard includes tom kha gai, a Thai soup. Souvenirs, like silk scarves, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Thai history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate. Comfortable shoes enhance temple tours. Laem Chabang’s access to Bangkok offers a vibrant Thai stop, blending culture with urban energy.