Cruise Ship Viking Venus Brings 856 Tourists to Sihanoukville
The Norwegian-flagged cruise ship Viking Venus docked at Sihanoukville Autonomous Port on 22 October 2026, bringing 856 international passengers for a two-day visit to Preah Sihanouk province.
The cruise ship Viking Venus docked at Sihanoukville Autonomous Port on Thursday, 22 October 2026, bringing 856 international tourists to Cambodia’s coast for a two-day stay in Preah Sihanouk province.
Key points
- Viking Venus arrived at Sihanoukville Autonomous Port at 6:40 a.m. on 22 October 2026 from Vietnam, and leaves for Thailand at 2 p.m. on 23 October.
- It carried 856 passengers from 27 countries and 467 crew from 35 countries.
- Americans were the largest group of passengers (686), followed by Australians (52).
- It is the second cruise call of the rainy season; more ships are expected in the dry season.
Who was on board
The passengers came from 27 countries; 448 of them were women. Americans made up by far the largest group, with 686 passengers, followed by 52 Australians. Twenty-five travellers who had joined the voyage in Siem Reap were continuing their trip on board.
The ship also carried 467 crew members from 35 countries, including 112 women, according to immigration police at the port.
The ship and its itinerary
Viking Venus sails under the Norwegian flag. It is 228.30 metres long and 28.80 metres wide, with a draught of 6.65 metres. The ship arrived at 6:40 a.m. from a port in Vietnam and is due to leave for Thailand at 2 p.m. on 23 October.
Passengers were welcomed by the deputy governor of Preah Sihanouk province and local officials.
What visitors can see
During their stay, visitors can explore attractions around Sihanoukville, including the Tomnub Rolok fishing village, local markets, pagodas and other cultural and religious sites, beaches and local monuments.
More cruise ships expected
Viking Venus is the second foreign cruise ship to call at Sihanoukville during the current rainy season. More are expected as the dry season begins, bringing larger numbers of international visitors, particularly from Europe, to Preah Sihanouk province.
The government promotes tourism as a “green gold” sector for economic growth and household incomes, and cruise tourism is part of that strategy.
Frequently asked questions
When is Viking Venus in Cambodia?
From 6:40 a.m. on 22 October 2026 until 2 p.m. on 23 October, at Sihanoukville Autonomous Port.
How many passengers were on Viking Venus?
856 passengers from 27 countries, plus 467 crew from 35 countries.
Where do cruise ships dock in Cambodia?
International cruise ships call at Sihanoukville Autonomous Port in Preah Sihanouk province.
Based on reporting by Agence Kampuchea Presse (AKP), used with permission.
