Tourism Malaysia, together with local port authorities and partners from the tourism sector, welcomed the arrival of the luxury cruise ship MV Piano Land at Port Klang on Saturday, 29th November.
Ferrying in over 1,760 passengers from Hong Kong to its Malaysian home port, the MV Piano Land, will operate 11 sailings in Malaysia till 25th December.
Operating under a full charter cruise model, Port Klang will serve as the vessel’s home port for its scheduled voyages to Penang and Langkawi, offering passengers a seamless cruising experience.
Tourism Malaysia director general Manoharan Periasamy remarked: “The arrival of MV Piano Land reflects the strong collaboration between Tourism Malaysia, our port partners, and the industry. This initiative not only enhances accessibility for cruise travellers but also strengthens Malaysia’s appeal as a premier destination under Visit Malaysia 2026.”
The tourism promotion agency also recently held a fam trip that kicked off on Monday, 1st December, welcoming 60 international and domestic participants, including media representatives, influencers, and travel agents.
The three-day, two-night cruise from Port Klang to Penang gave participants a first-hand experience aboard MV Piano Land that likewise enabled them to enjoy the state’s key attractions before returning to Port Klang.
Something for everyone
The vessel features a Muslim-friendly hospitality concept, with all galleys and food preparation facilities fully certified halal.
Passengers can enjoy a wide selection of local and international cuisines prepared to halal standards, complemented by dedicated prayer rooms and family-friendly programmes ensuring a comfortable and inclusive experience for travellers of all ages.
That said, the homeporting of MV Piano Land is expected to invigorate Malaysia’s tourism sector, stimulate local economic activity, and provide Malaysians and regional travellers with seamless and accessible cruise experiences.
This initiative is also seen as a key contributor to the Visit Malaysia 2026 (VM2026) campaign which seeks to attract 47 million international visitors and showcase Malaysia as a top destination offering diverse and memorable travel experiences.
