Saigon Port – An ideal stopover for cruises
As the last days of the old year pass, the atmosphere of welcoming the new year 2025 is bustling everywhere. This is an opportunity to look back on the past journey with beautiful memories and challenges that we have experienced, and it is also a time to look forward with a ready and determined mindset.
In the bustling atmosphere of the first days of the year, Saigon Port became the center of attention when it consecutively welcomed three large-tonnage international passenger ships. This was not only an important event for the maritime transport industry but also an opportunity for Ho Chi Minh City to introduce its dynamic, modern and culturally rich image to international friends. The ships carrying hundreds of tourists from all over the world contributed to brightening the picture of trade and tourism of one of the largest seaports in the South.
January 11, 2025, Silver Whisper – symbol of luxury and sophistication at sea – is the first of three ships to dock at Saigon Port. With a length of 182 meters, the ship carries more than 600 people, including passengers and crew, on a 124-day journey through 28 countries from the US to New Zealand. The Silver Whisper is a masterpiece of the luxury cruise line Silversea, designed as a mobile 5-star hotel at sea. The cabins are all spacious suites, equipped with private balconies and sophisticated interiors, bringing maximum comfort to visitors. In addition, the ship also owns many modern amenities such as a high-class restaurant with a diverse menu, a luxurious bar, an outdoor swimming pool, and a relaxing spa with professional health care treatments. After 03 days of visiting locations in Ho Chi Minh City, the ship will continue to take passengers to Chan May Port (Hue city) to continue exploring the coastal beauty of the S-shaped country.
The Silver Whisper is about to dock. Dragon House Khanh Hoi January 11
Source: Operation Center for Nha Rong Khanh Hoi Area
tugboat of Tugboat Operation Center belong to Saigon Port supports ships to dock.
Source: Operation Center for Nha Rong Khanh Hoi Area
Employees of Operation Center for Nha Rong Khanh Hoi Area carry out mooring work in the anchorage area.
Source: Operation Center for Nha Rong Khanh Hoi Area
At the same time in early 2024, after a period of being affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, when the tourism and shipping industries faced many difficulties and challenges, the return of the Seabourn Encore at Saigon Port has become an optimistic signal, signaling a strong recovery of the sea tourism industry. And in early 2025, Saigon Port once again welcomed the return of the Seaborn Encore with more than 600 passengers from many different countries on a journey to explore Southeast Asia. The ship is equipped with great amenities, from 12 decks with 300 luxurious suites, Michelin-standard restaurants, to a relaxing spa area and unique entertainment activities. During 02 days in Ho Chi Minh City, visitors will have the opportunity to visit and explore the Mekong Delta, Cu Chi tunnels, shop at Ben Thanh market, ... It can be said that Seabourn Escore not only brings visitors the opportunity to explore Vietnamese culture but also marks a promising start for the sea tourism industry at Saigon Port.
Luxury cruise ship Seabourn Escore docks at Saigon Port in early 2024.
Source: Thanh Nien Newspaper
Interior of “Seabourn Encore”, a 210 meter yacht.
Source: Internet
The third ship to dock at Saigon Port on January 12 was World Odyssey, also known as the Deutschland. The ship was launched in 1998 and was designed in the style of the 1920s. World Odyssey is one of the most unique ships in the world when it takes on two roles, including transporting students in the "Semester at Sea" program for a period from September to April of the following year and for the rest of the year, it will be chartered to the German travel company Phoenix Reisen. Unlike the other two cruise ships, more than 700 students on the World Odyssey will experience and enjoy the history, culture, services, ... in Ho Chi Minh City - in particular and the Mekong Delta region - in general for nearly 1 week. On January 18, the ship will continue to take students to a new location in the state of Penang, Malaysia for the experience.
World Odyssey cruise ship docked at K1-2 wharf in Nha Rong Khanh Hoi area at noon on January 12.
Source: Operation Center for Nha Rong Khanh Hoi Area
The return of international cruise ships to Saigon Port is not only a recovery of the tourism industry, but also highlights the image of the port as an important gateway connecting Ho Chi Minh City with the world. These ships not only bring new vitality to the port but also contribute to affirming Saigon Port as a favorite destination in the journey to explore Southeast Asia - in particular and Asia - in general.
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Source: General Department
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