The international cruise ship Adora Mediterranea brought more than 2,200 tourists to historical sites and scenic attractions in Khanh Hoa Province after docking at Cam Ranh International Port on March 13.
The Adora Mediterranea docks at Cam Ranh International Port (Photo: Thuan Phat).
According to the Khanh Hoa Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism, the vessel carried visitors from several countries who arrived for short sightseeing excursions in the coastal province.
Upon arrival, a tour operator organised trips for passengers to well-known attractions including Long Son Pagoda, Po Nagar Cham Towers, Nha Trang Stone Church, I-Resort Nha Trang and Champa Island.
Visitors also explored local shopping and leisure areas such as Dam Market, the square surrounding Tram Huong Tower and the beach park along Nha Trang Beach, where they sampled traditional Vietnamese cuisine.
Tourists disembark for sightseeing and tourism in Khanh Hoa.
The ship was scheduled to depart later the same day, continuing its voyage to Kota Kinabalu Port.
Since the beginning of 2026, Khanh Hoa has welcomed 21 international cruise ships, bringing more than 37,000 tourists ashore for sightseeing. According to cruise line registrations, the province expects to receive an additional 27 cruise calls during the year.
The provincial tourism department said the rising number of cruise ship visits signals a positive recovery in cruise tourism and is expected to support the continued growth of Khanh Hoa’s tourism industry.
