Princess Cruises has released what it says is its most expansive Asia deployment ever, bringing together its 2027-2028 Southeast Asia and 2028 Japan program.

In total, the season features 96 departures across 61 itineraries visiting 55 destinations in nine countries, with now two ships homeporting in Japan, the company said in a press release.

“This is the most immersive Japan season we’ve ever introduced and one that reflects how our guests want to experience the destination today,” said Jim Berra, Princess Cruises Chief Commercial Officer.

“With Diamond Princess and Sapphire Princess homeporting in Tokyo for the first time, late‑night stays timed to Japan’s most celebrated summer festivals, and sailings that visit all four main islands during cherry blossom and fall foliage seasons, we’re delivering unprecedented access to the culture, cuisine and traditions that define Japan.”

For the first time, both the Diamond Princess and Sapphire Princess will homeport in Tokyo for the full season.

The 2028 Japan season will feature 41 destinations in three countries, with 85 departures across 52 itineraries, ranging from seven to 29 days. 

There will also be a 29-day Grand Circle Japan voyages, including fall foliage sailings visiting up to 24 ports. 

Visiting all four main islands of Japan, the sailings are timed to coincide with the country’s seasonal events, such as cherry blossom and fall foliage periods. 

Cultural experiences are paired with culinary ones, focusing on regional specialties.  

Complementing the Japan season, Southeast Asia program offers a collection of longer itineraries operated by the Diamond Princess, connecting Japan, Korea and Southeast Asia. 

The season will feature visits to 29 destinations across nine countries. 

There will be roundtrip Singapore sailings and Japan–Singapore repositioning cruises, with highlights including overnight stay in Laem Chabang (for Bangkok) and late-night calls in Hong Kong and Osaka, among other things. 

Example itineraries: 

• 7-Day Japan & Korea (Roundtrip from Tokyo, Japan) – April 28-May 5, 2028 
• 10-Day Japan Explorer with Summer Festivals & Kumano Fireworks (Roundtrip from Tokyo) – Aug. 14-24, 2028 
• 12-Day Malaysia and Thailand (roundtrip from Singapore) – Dec. 11-23, 2027 
• 14-Day Southeast Asia with Malaysia, Thailand & Vietnam (roundtrip from Singapore) – Jan. 6-20, 2028

The 2027–28 voyages are now on sale with up to $800 in instant savings, a free room upgrade and up to $200 bonus savings per stateroom for Captain’s Circle members.