Tiếng ViệtOn December 07, 2025, Nha Trang City welcomed exciting news as the international cruise ship Costa Serena – a 5-star ocean liner from Italy – officially anchored in Nha Trang Bay, bringing nearly 2,700 passengers. Among them, around 1,300 guests registered to disembark for a sightseeing tour of Nha Trang. This is the first cruise ship to return to the bay after the renovation of Nha Trang Port, marking a promising outlook for the cruise tourism market in the 2025–2026 season.
From noon until evening, Costa Serena was tendered ashore through the Ana Marina yacht port, creating a vibrant atmosphere at one of the world’s most beautiful bays. The welcoming ceremony was held solemnly with the participation of representatives from provincial authorities and relevant departments – demonstrating Khanh Hoa’s readiness to serve the growing number of high-end cruise passengers.
Approximately 1,300 passengers disembarked to explore Nha Trang. The experience programs organized by Nha Trang travel companies included:
- Long Son Pagoda Nha Trang
- Po Nagar Cham Towers Nha Trang
- Nha Trang Stone Church
- Hon Chong Promontory Nha Trang
- Hot mineral mud bath at I-Resort
- Visiting Dam Market and the city center
- Experiencing Nha Trang cyclo rides and local street food
- Strolling along the beach and checking in at Tram Huong Tower and 2/4 Square
These cultural and culinary activities continue to promote the image of Nha Trang as a friendly, safe, and attractive destination for international travelers.
According to the Khanh Hoa Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism, from early 2025 until now, the province has welcomed 24 cruise ships with more than 25,800 passengers coming ashore, and the number is expected to increase towards the end of the year. Costa Serena’s return is a strong indicator of the robust recovery of the high-end cruise tourism segment.
As a tour operator specializing in serving international visitors to Nha Trang, Sea You Travel is always ready to accompany cruise lines and travel partners. We design experience programs that meet international standards, offer multilingual tour guides, and ensure high-quality services to create memorable journeys for every guest visiting Nha Trang.
