Gilded Saffron Route – Phuket, Saigon & Bangkok

About this cruise

Block out 14 nights from December 19, 2026 and let this sailing from Singapore do its thing. The route covers Phuket, Pulau Langkawi Island and Pulau Penang Island, with additional stops along the Southeast Asia and there's plenty of room to breathe between each stop. Ports up front, sea days at the end. By the time you're back in Singapore, you'll feel properly rested rather than rushed. 3 countries (Thailand, Malaysia and Vietnam) across the Southeast Asia, each with its own character. Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) stands out. It's Motorbike energy and French-colonial elegance. Roughly 11 hours ashore per stop. No need to rush. You won't go hungry on Diamond Princess. 7 restaurants come with the fare, plus 5 more when you feel like treating yourself. With more nights comes more time for the ship's rhythm to kick in: morning coffee in the same spot, evening shows, late-night conversations on deck. And a December cruise to warmer water? Hard to argue with that when it's cold at home. All in all, it's a solid trip.