Diamond Princess: 15-Night Cruise from Singapore - March 1, 2027

You'll have 10 hours hours to explore Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), Vietnam, from 8:00 AM to 6:30 PM - a solid full day ashore. That's enough for 2-3 attractions and a sit-down lunch without rushing. Tackle the most distant spot first, then work your way back toward the port. Join a guided food tour or sample local dishes on your own, from pho and bun thit nuong to fresh spring rolls and strong Vietnamese coffee.

The Diamond Princess will be offloading over 2,000 passengers into Chan May, Vietnam. A ship-arranged shore excursion is the smoothest way to bypass terminal congestion - these groups often get priority disembarkation. A visit to Hue highlights the Nguyen Dynasty legacy through the Imperial City, royal tombs, and pagodas along the Perfume River.

Your ship arrives in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR, China at 7:00 AM, one of the most common arrival windows. If you've booked a morning excursion, aim to be among the first off. If your plans are flexible, waiting 30-45 minutes lets the initial wave pass. A trip to Victoria Peak is a classic Hong Kong experience for a reason.

You'll have 11 hours hours to explore Keelung (Taipei), Taiwan, from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM - a solid full day ashore. That's enough for 2-3 attractions and a sit-down lunch without rushing. Tackle the most distant spot first, then work your way back toward the port. Stalls serve local favorites like seafood soups, dumplings, and sweet treats.

The Diamond Princess will be offloading over 2,000 passengers into Ishigaki, Ryukyu Island. A ship-arranged shore excursion is the smoothest way to bypass terminal congestion - these groups often get priority disembarkation. Kabira Bay is one of Ishigaki most iconic sights, known for vivid turquoise water and white sand beaches.

Your ship arrives in Okinawa (Naha), Japan at 7:00 AM, one of the most common arrival windows. If you've booked a morning excursion, aim to be among the first off. If your plans are flexible, waiting 30-45 minutes lets the initial wave pass. Shuri Castle is a UNESCO World Heritage site and former royal palace of the Ryukyu Kingdom.

You'll have 8 hours hours to explore Kochi, Japan, from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM - a solid full day ashore. That's enough for 2-3 attractions and a sit-down lunch without rushing. Tackle the most distant spot first, then work your way back toward the port. Food stalls and small eateries serve regional specialties, including fresh seafood and local dishes cooked in front of you.

The Diamond Princess will be offloading over 2,000 passengers into Kobe, Japan. A ship-arranged shore excursion is the smoothest way to bypass terminal congestion - these groups often get priority disembarkation. The Kitano area is known for its preserved foreign residences built during Kobes early international era.

Your cruise ends in Yokohama, Japan, where the Diamond Princess is scheduled to dock at 6:30 AM. With over 2,000 passengers, disembarkation groups are called over a one to two hour window - once your group is called, you'll be off in about 15 minutes. Self-assist lets you walk off first. Book your flight at least five hours after the ship's scheduled arrival. Museums, parks, and cultural sites provide enriching experiences, while the city's nightlife and shopping districts offer endless entertainment.