Ko Samui Southeast Asia
Cruise destination intelligence Thailand

Cruises visiting Ko Samui

Quietest
Nov
Busiest
Dec-Jan
Upcoming
81+ upcoming port calls

Best time to visit: Nov (fewer ships)

Avoid: Peak winter weekends (crowded port days)

Based on 37+ sailings and upcoming visits • Updated daily

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Use the congestion calendar to compare timing first, then bring price into the decision once you narrow the right visit window.

Best cruises that visit Ko Samui

These sailings rank first because they visit Ko Samui while also showing stronger-than-typical pricing, healthy availability, and current value signals.

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When ships are in port

Scan for dates when ships visit Ko Samui, use color shading to spot the busiest passenger days in port, and use density dots to see how many cruise ships call on Ko Samui that day.

Ko Samui is busiest from Dec-Jan, with multiple ships per day. Nov are significantly quieter.

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Quieter
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Number of ships

Colors show estimated total passengers in port on each day

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Selected port-call day

Friday, February 5, 2027

1 ship visit Ko Samui on this date, carrying about ~2,900 passengers in total.

Day snapshot
Ships
1
Passengers
~2,900 passengers
Cruises
1
Best fare
$260/night

Best time to visit Ko Samui on a cruise

This monthly view combines ship traffic and pricing so you can spot quieter windows, busier stretches, and the months where cruises visiting Ko Samui still look attractively priced.

November
Median price/night
$274
2 visits
Traffic
↓15% vs typical
2 ships • 2 priced sailings tracked
December
Cheapest
Median price/night
$211
7 visits
Traffic
↑18% vs typical
4 ships • 7 priced sailings tracked
January
Median price/night
$254
6 visits
Traffic
↑38% vs typical
4 ships • 6 priced sailings tracked
February
Median price/night
$249
8 visits
Traffic
↑39% vs typical
4 ships • 8 priced sailings tracked
March
Median price/night
$489
6 visits
Traffic
Near typical
3 ships • 4 priced sailings tracked
April
Priciest
Median price/night
$499
4 visits
Traffic
Near typical
2 ships • 4 priced sailings tracked
May
Median price/night
$351
4 visits
Traffic
↑8% vs typical
1 ships • 4 priced sailings tracked

Cruise itineraries that include Ko Samui

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How to visit Ko Samui on a cruise

Most cruises that stop in Ko Samui depart from:

11-53 nights
11-28 nights
14-16 nights

Upcoming port calls in Ko Samui

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Date Ship Line
Nov 14, 2026 Oceania Nautica Oceania Cruises
Nov 23, 2026 Celebrity Millennium Celebrity Cruises
Dec 4, 2026 Westerdam Holland America
Dec 8, 2026 Westerdam Holland America
Dec 13, 2026 Oceania Nautica Oceania Cruises
Dec 20, 2026 Celebrity Solstice Celebrity Cruises
Dec 21, 2026 Norwegian Jade Norwegian Cruise Line
Dec 25, 2026 Norwegian Jade Norwegian Cruise Line
Jan 1, 2027 Westerdam Holland America
Jan 11, 2027 Celebrity Solstice Celebrity Cruises
Jan 15, 2027 Norwegian Jade Norwegian Cruise Line
Jan 15, 2027 Celebrity Solstice Celebrity Cruises
Jan 20, 2027 Norwegian Jade Norwegian Cruise Line
Jan 29, 2027 Oceania Nautica Oceania Cruises
Feb 2, 2027 Westerdam Holland America
Feb 5, 2027 Celebrity Solstice Celebrity Cruises
Feb 7, 2027 Norwegian Jade Norwegian Cruise Line
Feb 9, 2027 Celebrity Solstice Celebrity Cruises
Feb 11, 2027 Norwegian Jade Norwegian Cruise Line
Feb 13, 2027 Oceania Nautica Oceania Cruises
Mar 1, 2027 Celebrity Solstice Celebrity Cruises
Mar 5, 2027 Celebrity Solstice Celebrity Cruises
Mar 20, 2027 Oceania Vista Oceania Cruises
Mar 20, 2027 Vista
Mar 25, 2027 Celebrity Solstice Celebrity Cruises
Apr 2, 2027 Oceania Riviera Oceania Cruises
Apr 8, 2027 Seven Seas Navigator Regent Seven Seas Cruises
May 6, 2027 Oceania Nautica Oceania Cruises
Nov 19, 2027 Noordam Holland America
Nov 27, 2027 Celebrity Solstice Celebrity Cruises
Dec 5, 2027 Explora III
Dec 7, 2027 Noordam Holland America
Dec 9, 2027 Seven Seas Explorer Regent Seven Seas Cruises
Dec 17, 2027 Celebrity Solstice Celebrity Cruises
Dec 19, 2027 Norwegian Jade Norwegian Cruise Line
Dec 21, 2027 Celebrity Solstice Celebrity Cruises
Dec 21, 2027 Explora III
Dec 23, 2027 Seabourn Encore Seabourn
Dec 23, 2027 Norwegian Jade Norwegian Cruise Line
Dec 31, 2027 Noordam Holland America
Jan 2, 2028 Oceania Riviera Oceania Cruises
Jan 4, 2028 Noordam Holland America
Jan 4, 2028 Explora III
Jan 6, 2028 Noordam Holland America
Jan 12, 2028 Celebrity Solstice Celebrity Cruises
Jan 13, 2028 Norwegian Jade Norwegian Cruise Line
Jan 16, 2028 Celebrity Solstice Celebrity Cruises
Jan 17, 2028 Norwegian Jade Norwegian Cruise Line
Jan 28, 2028 Noordam Holland America
Jan 31, 2028 Seven Seas Explorer Regent Seven Seas Cruises
Feb 5, 2028 Celebrity Solstice Celebrity Cruises
Feb 6, 2028 Oceania Riviera Oceania Cruises
Feb 7, 2028 Norwegian Jade Norwegian Cruise Line
Feb 9, 2028 Oceania Riviera Oceania Cruises
Feb 9, 2028 Celebrity Solstice Celebrity Cruises
Feb 11, 2028 Norwegian Jade Norwegian Cruise Line
Mar 21, 2028 Queen Anne Cunard Line
Mar 22, 2028 Queen Anne Cunard Line
Mar 28, 2028 Seven Seas Splendor Regent Seven Seas Cruises
Apr 12, 2028 Seven Seas Explorer Regent Seven Seas Cruises
Dec 7, 2028 Seven Seas Splendor Regent Seven Seas Cruises
Dec 23, 2028 Seabourn Encore Seabourn
Feb 8, 2029 Seven Seas Splendor Regent Seven Seas Cruises

FAQ about cruises visiting Ko Samui

Short answers for common search intent around the best time to visit, itinerary patterns, and how to compare cruises that include Ko Samui.

What is the best time to visit Ko Samui on a cruise?
December currently looks strongest on value for cruises visiting Ko Samui, based on Jibhop's tracked median nightly fares. Use the port-call calendar above to compare exact ship dates because pricing can vary a lot within the month.
When is Ko Samui busiest for cruise traffic?
February currently shows the most upcoming cruise visits to Ko Samui. Busier months usually mean more ship choice, but also more crowding and less pricing flexibility.
Which cruise itineraries usually include Ko Samui?
Common upcoming itinerary families that include Ko Samui include Southeast Asia One-Way via Surabaya, Semarang & Ko Samui (Best Balance), Southeast Asia One-Way via Lombok, Surabaya & Singapore (Port-Heavy), and Southeast Asia One-Way via Tauranga, Melbourne & Surabaya (Best Balance). Open any itinerary card to compare route mix, next departures, and which sailings look strongest on price.
How should I compare cruises that visit Ko Samui?
Start with the best cruises section to see today's strongest pricing signals, then use the port-call calendar to find the exact visit dates that fit your trip. Once you narrow the timing, compare itineraries and ships rather than choosing on this stop alone.
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