'Crystal Symphony' Docks in Trincomalee

Luxury Cruise Ship 'Crystal Symphony' Docks in Trincomalee

by Staff Writer 24-02-2026 | 1:57 PM

COLOMBO (News 1st): The luxury cruise ship Crystal Symphony has arrived in Sri Lanka, carrying a group of European tourists.

Renowned globally as a high-end cruise vessel offering premium amenities, the Crystal Symphony is a popular choice among travelers.

The ship, which has the capacity to accommodate 900 passengers and 500 crew members, is equipped with a wide range of specialized luxury facilities.

The facilities provided by the Crystal Symphony include exclusive cabin rooms, restaurants serving international cuisine, swimming pools, theaters and music halls, and library facilities.

The Crystal Symphony arrived at the Trincomalee Harbour yesterday.

The vessel arrived in the country from the Bahamas with 558 tourists on board.

These tourists visited popular attractions in Trincomalee, as well as iconic travel destinations such as Dambulla and Sigiriya.

Meanwhile,within the first 45 days of the year, 436,666 tourists have arrived in the country.

During this month alone, the number of tourist arrivals stands at 159,339.

The highest number of tourists arrived from India, totaling 78,157.

Additionally, 47,347 tourists arrived from the United Kingdom, 39,741 from Russia, and 30,085 from Germany.