Authentic Japan
Route Map
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1
Tokyo
Japan
Glide through neon-lit streets and ancient temples while sampling michelin-starred ramen and cutting-edge technology in Japan's mesmerizing capital.
Arrive
2028-03-11 00:00:00
Depart
2028-03-11 19:00:00
Day 2
Shimizu
Japan
Gaze at Mount Fuji's iconic snow-capped peak while sipping green tea at a centuries-old hillside temple.
Arrive
2028-03-12 11:00:00
Depart
2028-03-12 18:00:00
Day 3
Toba
Japan
Dive into crystalline waters to witness the legendary synchronized swimming of wild dolphins in their natural Pacific habitat.
Arrive
2028-03-13 07:00:00
Depart
2028-03-13 14:30:00
Day 4
Katsuura, Wakayama
Japan
Witness the dramatic rocky shores and pristine beaches where the Pacific Ocean meets jagged cliffs at this rugged Wakayama gem.
Arrive
2028-03-14 07:00:00
Depart
2028-03-14 18:00:00
Day 5
Osaka
Japan
Wander through Osaka Castle's stunning grounds and explore centuries of samurai history against a backdrop of cherry blossoms.
Arrive
2028-03-15 06:30:00
Depart
2028-03-15 21:00:00
Day 6
Tomonoura
Japan
Wander through centuries-old merchant houses and temple grounds in Japan's best-preserved Edo-period port town.
Arrive
2028-03-16 07:00:00
Depart
2028-03-16 13:30:00
Day 7
Hiroshima
Japan
Walk through the solemn Peace Memorial Park and museum to witness one of humanity's most important historical monuments and messages of hope.
Arrive
2028-03-17 13:30:00
Depart
2028-03-17 21:00:00
Day 7
Itsukushima
Japan
Walk through the iconic floating torii gate of Itsukushima Shrine as it emerges from the sea at high tide.
Arrive
2028-03-17 00:00:00
Depart
2028-03-17 12:00:00
Day 8
Miyazaki
Japan
Wander beneath thousand-year-old torii gates and soak in natural hot springs nestled among misty mountains and lush forest.
Arrive
2028-03-18 12:15:00
Depart
2028-03-18 18:30:00
Day 9
Kagoshima
Japan
Watch an active volcano smolder above pristine beaches at Sakurajima, Japan's most accessible and dramatic volcanic island.
Arrive
2028-03-19 07:00:00
Depart
2028-03-19 18:00:00
Day 10
Kumamoto
Japan
Explore the magnificent Kumamoto Castle, one of Japan's most impressive fortresses, dramatically perched on a hilltop overlooking the city.
Arrive
2028-03-20 07:30:00
Depart
2028-03-20 18:00:00
Day 11
Sakitsu
Japan
Discover a hidden Catholic church nestled in a picturesque fishing village where centuries of faith meet stunning coastal landscapes.
Arrive
2028-03-21 14:45:00
Depart
2028-03-21 21:30:00
Day 11
🌊 At Sea
Day 12
Nagasaki
Japan
Explore the poignant Peace Memorial Park and Museum to understand this historic city's path from tragedy to renewal and hope.
Arrive
2028-03-22 08:00:00
Depart
2028-03-22 14:00:00
Day 13
Busan
South Korea
Wander through the neon-lit streets of Jagalchi Fish Market where fishmongers hawk the day's freshest catch beneath glowing signs.
Arrive
2028-03-23 07:00:00
About This Cruise
<p>Discover traditional Japan, forged by millennia of traditions, where nature and the sacred become one. Among the trade winds, the dreamlike landscapes of lush green hills, mystical mountains and ancestral temples nestling in preserved nature will fill you with wonder. Toba, Miyajima, Kumamoto… the historic cities reveal their imperial secrets throughout the different ports of call, while Zen gardens and peaceful temples celebrate Shinto heritage. This journey into the heart of the Japanese soul will also immerse you in the moving history of Nagasaki and Hiroshima, which are now some of Japan’s most relaxed and fascinating destinations.</p>
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