Asia River Cruises 2027
New ships, returning routes and how to secure the best dates.
Get Free Asia River Cruise QuotesAsia river cruises in 2027 bring more ships to the Mekong and a revival of long-distance cruising in India. Here is a summary of what has been announced.
What Is New
More Mekong capacity
Viking took delivery of the Viking Tonle in 2025, giving it two Mekong ships and many 2027 departures. Riviera Travel has announced the Riviera Alba, a 50-guest ship for the Mekong.
India’s long voyages
Antara has relaunched its Ganga Vilas with upgrades and opened Varanasi–Kolkata sailings from late 2026, with India–Bangladesh voyages in 2027.
The Yangtze
Tour operators continue to sell Yangtze cruises within China land tours, and new Yangtze products have been announced for 2027.
Established Mekong lines
AmaWaterways, Avalon, Scenic, Emerald, Heritage Line and Aqua Expeditions all list Mekong departures.
Planning Asia River Cruises for 2027
- Choose the river and month together — see when to go.
- Decide on the land package before comparing prices — see land and cruise packages.
- Check passports now: many countries require six months’ validity and blank pages for visas.
- Read the advisories for each country on your route at the U.S. State Department travel advisories.
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2027 Questions
Which Asia river cruises are new for 2027?
On the Mekong, Riviera Travel has announced a new ship, the Riviera Alba, with 25 suites for 50 guests, and Viking now has two ships on the river after adding the Viking Tonle in 2025. In India, Antara has reopened bookings on its Ganga Vilas, including sailings between Varanasi and Kolkata. Lines add departures through the year, so ask for the latest.
When do 2027 Asia river cruises sell out?
The cool, dry months from about November to March are the most requested on the Mekong and Ganges, and small ships fill quickly. Booking well ahead gives you the widest choice of dates and cabins.
What Stays the Same in 2027
For all the new ships, the basic shape of Asia river cruises in 2027 will feel familiar. Mekong itineraries still run between the Saigon area and Cambodia, with Angkor reached by road; Yangtze cruises still focus on the Three Gorges; India’s cruises still sail in the cool months. What changes is choice: more ships on the Mekong means more departure dates and more styles, from large-group lines to small, design-led vessels. That makes comparison more important, not less.
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