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NCL surge in Asia: More cruises, more homeports & more destinations in 2025-2027

Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) will significantly expand its presence in Asia across the upcoming 2025-27 cruise seasons with four ships sailing from seven departure ports on more than 50 itineraries in the region.

Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) will significantly expand its presence in Asia across the upcoming 2025-27 cruise seasons with four ships sailing from seven departure ports on more than 50 itineraries in the region.

It comes amid increasing Australian interest in travel to Asia, particularly in Japan, which was the fastest-growing destination for Aussies last year, according to the latest ATIA Travel Trends report.

Norwegian Cruise Line aims to capitalise on Asia’s popularity among Aussies with more opportunities to explore the region while enjoying the convenience and flexibility of a cruise holiday.

NCL APAC Vice President & Managing Director Ben Angell said: “Guests can experience Asia’s culture, history and natural landscapes while enjoying a selection of dining and beverage options, health and wellness facilities, diverse accommodation options and entertainment aboard their cruise ship, all at an unmatched value.”

NCL Asia 2025-27 seasons

Aerial image of Norwegian Jade cruise ship at sea. Image: NCL
Norwegian Jade will embark on her maiden season in Asia from October 2026.

From February 2025 to April 2027, travellers can choose their NCL ship, departure port and itinerary in Asia with sailings from seven to 14 days.

The offerings include Norwegian Jade’s debut Asia season from October 2026 to April 2027 and the year-round Asia-Pacific sailings on Norwegian Spirit throughout 2025.

Norwegian Jade will offer 16 open-jaw voyages and two Tokyo roundtrip cruises with itineraries spanning nine to 14 days and embarkation from four homeports: Tokyo, Incheon, Hong Kong and Singapore.

Aerial image of Norwegian Sun cruise ship at sea. Image: NCL
Norwegian Sun will offer two seasons in Asia.

Norwegian Sun will also return to Asia from October 2025 to April 2026 after her debut visit in March 2025 with the option of six departure ports.

Aerial image of Norwegian Sky cruise ship at sea. Image: NCL
Norwegian Sky sails around Asia in March and April 2025.

Norwegian Sky rounds out the NCL Asia quartet with 11- to 14-day itineraries in the region in March and April 2025.

Guests will enjoy extended time in port in addition to numerous overnight stays in ports such as Bangkok, Hong Kong, Kobe, Osaka, Tokyo and Tokushima across the fleet.

For more info, visit ncl.com