Taiwan Cruises: Sailings, Embarkations & Ports of Call
37 ships from 19 cruise lines
Taiwan cruises at a glance
Waterways Cruise lists 215 upcoming sailings on 37 ships from 19 cruise lines visiting Taiwan, calling at 5 places. Cruises can start in Keelung and end in Keelung. Of 216 upcoming sailings, 12 start in Taiwan and 13 end there. More Asia cruises.
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See every Taiwan cruise line by ocean and river and by ultra-luxury, luxury, premium and contemporary style, with fares, cruise lengths, ships and ports.
About Taiwan
Taiwan is a safe, compact, culturally layered island with dramatic east-coast scenery, world-class food, and efficient cruise ports. Keelung serves Taipei in the north, Kaohsiung anchors the south, and Hualien, Taitung, and Penghu add scenic and outlying-island variety. Most visits are port calls on broader Asia itineraries, but a Taiwan-focused coastal cruise makes an excellent milestone trip, especially from October through April.
Typical routes
- Japan–Taiwan–Philippines loop: typical 10–18 night Asia cruises that call at Keelung and Kaohsiung, often starting in Tokyo/Yokohama, Hong Kong, or Singapore.
- Taiwan island and outlying-islands circumnavigation: 7–12 night voyages, usually on smaller or expedition ships, combining Keelung, Hualien, Taitung, Magong, and sometimes Kinmen.
Ports overview
Taiwan is not a traditional river-cruise destination, but a compelling coastal cruise stop. Keelung and Kaohsiung anchor the north and south; Hualien and Taitung offer dramatic east-coast scenery; Magong/Penghu adds outlying island charm.
Cruise season
October–April is best; May and September are shoulder months; July–September carries higher typhoon risk.
Find your Taiwan sailing
Upcoming sailings calling at Taiwan, earliest departure first.
18 Days One-Way from Darwin to Keelung
Ends in Taiwan. Also visits Australia, Indonesia, Philippines
Hanseatic Spirit
25 Days One-Way from Kobe-Osaka to Hong Kong
Visits Taiwan. Also visits Japan, South Korea, Hong Kong
Emerald Xara
25 Days One-Way from Busan to Saigon
Visits Taiwan. Also visits South Korea, Japan, Hong Kong
Emerald Xara
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15 Days One-Way from Busan to Hong Kong
Visits Taiwan. Also visits South Korea, Japan, Hong Kong
Emerald Xara
20 Days One-Way from Keelung to Sapporo-Otaru
Starts in Taiwan. Also visits Japan, South Korea
Hanseatic Spirit
19 Days Tokyo, Japan Round Trip
Visits Taiwan. Also visits Japan, South Korea
Diamond Princess
95 Days Brisbane, Australia Round Trip
Visits Taiwan. Also visits Australia, New Zealand, Fiji
Grand Princess
95 Days Sydney, Australia Round Trip
Visits Taiwan. Also visits Australia, New Zealand, Fiji
Grand Princess
94 Days Auckland, New Zealand Round Trip
Visits Taiwan. Also visits New Zealand, Fiji, Samoa
Grand Princess
13 Days One-Way from Tokyo to Hong Kong
Visits Taiwan. Also visits Japan, Hong Kong
Viking Neptune
13 Days One-Way from Hong Kong to Tokyo
Visits Taiwan. Also visits Hong Kong, Japan
Viking Neptune
38 Days One-Way from Tokyo to Sydney
Visits Taiwan. Also visits Japan, Hong Kong, Vietnam
Grand Princess
Where Taiwan cruises start and end
Embarkation ports (1)
Keelung (211) (cruises from)
Disembarkation ports (1)
Keelung (211)
Ships by type: 36 ocean 3 expedition · a ship that visits several places here is counted once; an expedition ship that also sails as an ocean ship appears under both types.
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Taiwan cruise port guide
Cruise ports, what to see, history and practical advice.
Taiwan cruise port guide →Frequently asked questions about Taiwan cruises
How many places do cruises visit in Taiwan?
5 Taiwan places are visited by 37 ships from 19 cruise lines.
When is the best time to take a Taiwan cruise?
October–April is best; May and September are shoulder months; July–September carries higher typhoon risk.
Sources and further reading
Background on Taiwan draws on these references. Sailing, fare and port data come from cruise line itineraries and are refreshed regularly.
- CIA World Factbook: Taiwan
- Taiwan Tourism Bureau: Welcome to Taiwan
- Wikipedia: Taiwan
- Princess Cruises: Asia Cruises
- Royal Caribbean International: Asia Cruises
- Holland America Line: Asia Cruises
Created by the Waterways Cruise content team and reviewed and fact-checked by J. Richard, Sr. Cruise Travel Agent and Founder of Waterways Cruise.
Published September 9, 2026 · Last updated October 31, 2026
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