6,000 international tourists arrive in Vietnam on 5-star cruises

Nearly 6,000 international guests have arrived in Vietnam aboard five-star cruise ships in the last two days and are set to visit a range of famous natural, historic and cultural landmarks in different regions.

Saigontourist Travel Service Company announced Saturday morning that it had welcomed the more than 2,000 guests who disembarked from Quantum of the Seas that docked at the Phu My port in the southern coastal province of Ba Ria-Vung Tau.

During their stay, the guests will explore attractions in the province as well as Ho Chi Minh City.

They can choose from different itineraries covering different activities, including coffee shop experiences, food tours, cycling through the countryside and cooking classes.

Saigontourist said the itineraries have been meticulously designed to ensure convenience and a premium experience for guests from Europe, America, Australia and other countries.

On Friday, another luxury cruiser, Celebrity Millennium, docked at the Chan May port in Hue town, Thua Thien-Hue province with more than 3,000 guests. This ship will continue to Phu My port on the morning of Sunday.

The tourists will experience the country’s diverse culture, heritage and stunning natural landscapes at prominent destinations in central Vietnam including Hue, Danang and Hoi An as well as the vibrant southern localities HCMC, Ba Ria-Vung Tau, and southwestern provinces.

Saigontourist has welcomed a number of large international cruise ships in the first 10 months of the year.

Quantum of the Seas is among the largest passenger ships in the world, featuring a wide array of modern entertainment options and technologies.

Celebrity Millennium is designed to surpass luxury resorts with its opulent interiors, a variety of restaurants and bars, a large theater with a capacity of 900 seats, an indoor and an outdoor swimming pool, and a duty-free shopping area.