Cordelia Cruises and Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd sign agreement

In a landmark development for the global cruise industry, Cordelia Cruises, India’s premier cruise line, and Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL), a leading global cruise brand under Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd., have officially signed an agreement for the transfer of Norwegian Sky and Norwegian Sun to Cordelia’s growing fleet.

These additions mark a significant milestone in Cordelia’s journey to make cruise holidays more accessible, aspirational, and world-class for Indian travellers. “We are thrilled to welcome these iconic vessels to the Cordelia fleet, building on the overwhelming success of Empress, which redefined cruise holidays for Indian travellers,” said Jurgen Bailom, President and CEO of Cordelia Cruises. “With the addition of Sky and Sun, we are entering a new era of cruise holidays for Indian guests — one that is bigger, bolder, and more immersive than ever before.”

Norwegian Sky and Norwegian Sun, both part of Norwegian Cruise Line’s acclaimed Sun-class series, bring with them a legacy of world-class cruising, thoughtful design, and guest comfort. Each ship measures approximately 850 feet in length, with a gross tonnage of approximately 77,000, and is capable of accommodating around 2,000 guests and 900 crew members. Together, they will more than double Cordelia’s current capacity and enable the brand to explore new regions and offer broader, more immersive cruise experiences.

One of the most significant upgrades with this expansion is the improved mix of stateroom categories. Both ships feature over 1,000 cabins each, including a selection of accommodations from solo staterooms to balconies and suites. Guests can look forward to an elevated onboard experience with multiple speciality dining venues, an elegant theatre and entertainment venues, casinos, a wellness centre, shops, an arcade, pools, sun decks, a fitness zone, and dedicated children’s and family entertainment areas. These sister ships are known for their spacious layouts, warm ambience, and versatility — catering seamlessly to both short getaways and longer destination-focused itineraries.

Since its launch in 2021, Cordelia Empress has welcomed over 600,000 guests across 450+ sailings, offering a uniquely Indian cruising experience — combining world-class infrastructure with the best of Indian flavours, hospitality, and entertainment. Cordelia Cruises will soon announce deployment timelines and destinations for the two new ships, with plans to serve a mix of domestic and international routes.

The addition of these ships will enable the cruise line to reach more ports across India, Southeast Asia, and the Middle East — opening doors to longer itineraries, increased frequency, and a more diverse and enriched guest experience.