After much anticipation, the all-new StarCruises celebrate the arrival of the Star Voyager cruise ship in Ho Chi Minh City with about 1,000 passengers from Singapore.
Starting today (June 13), the Star Voyager will also offer Vietnamese a 5 Day / 4 Night Cruise to Singapore during the Vietnamese school holidays with additional departures on 17 and 21 June 2025. This is the first cruise ship to offer Vietnamese round-trip cruises from a Vietnamese homeport.
For the convenience of passengers, check-in will take place at the Tan Son Nhat Pavillon Convention Center (202 Hoang Van Thu, Ward 9, Phu Nhuan District, Ho Chi Minh City), where complimentary shuttle bus services will be available to transport guests to and from Phu My Port for embarkation and disembarkation.
An unforgettable journey awaits aboard the Star Voyager, the latest addition to the StarCruises fleet. Recently completed with a US$50 million refurbishment, this stunning ship delivers a truly unique cruise experience – seamlessly blending comfort with a wide array of updated onboard amenities and the signature warmth of Asian hospitality.
With the ship’s arrival today bringing about 1,000 inbound tourists who boarded from Singapore, the Star Voyager will also welcome embarking passengers from Vietnam, further boosting the outbound cruise tourism sector and the overall cruise industry. To commemorate this special occasion, a grand inauguration ceremony was held on the Star Voyager at Phu My Port, attended by Mr. Do Phuoc Trung,Deputy Director of Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism of Ba Ria Vung Tau province, Mr. Michael Goh, President of StarDream Cruises, along with representatives from key government and tourism organizations.
“With the all-new StarCruises brand debuting in Vietnam, we are excited to have the Star Voyager ready to sail from Ho Chi Minh City,” said Michael Goh, President of StarDream Cruises. “This homeport and exclusive sailings are a key step in our vision to develop Vietnam as a major cruise hub in Southeast Asia. Through this regional deployment, we aim to attract diverse travellers and contribute to the growth of Vietnam’s cruise tourism and fly-cruise economy.”
On Day 3, the Star Voyager will arrive at the Singapore Cruise Centre with direct access to HarbourFront Centre, VivoCity, and the MRT network, guests can easily explore some of the city’s most iconic destinations. These include Gardens by the Bay, the Merlion Park, and the vibrant neighbourhoods of Chinatown, Little India, and Kampong Glam, as well as Orchard Road’s luxury boutiques and more. Those seeking cultural exploration can also immerse themselves in Singapore’s rich history.
