Cherry Blossom in 2022

Japan is a place where ancient traditions remain, while technology races into the future.

Cruise from Yokohama to Shimizu, a lively and modern city with a cultural and spiritual heart in the form of ancient shrines and Japan’s most sacred volcano – the elusive Mount Fuji. Enjoy the unspoiled environs of Kochi before marvelling at the beauty of Kanmon Strait. Visit the Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine from Hakata or the Kushida Shrine, Fukuoka’s oldest shrine – founded in 757. Spend the day discovering the sights of Vladivostok in Russia before heading back to Japan. See Otaru, one of Japan’s most picturesque cities with a historic canal. Visit Japan’s answer to the “wild west” – Hokkaido, with the unique Ainu people and finally Aomari before returning to Yokohama.

Noordam

Named for the Northern compass point, Noordam features museum-quality art-from 19th oils to contemporary photographs of music greats Dizzy Gillespie and B.B. King. Guests onboard can enjoy cooking shows and hands-on workshops in partnership with America's Test Kitchen. Explore the world's wonders through BBC Earth Experiences. Take yoga or Pilates in our Fitness Center. Savor the sounds of Music Walk™ and the delights of our specialty resturants.

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Visit these stunning ports;

Aomori

Aomori is the northernmost prefectural capital city on Honshu, Japan's main island. This port town used to be the main departure point to Hokkaido via ferry. Today Aomori is best known for its spectacular Nebuta Matsuri summer festival.

Hakodate

Located at the southern tip of Hokkaido, Hakodate features a relatively temperate climate and bountiful nature and has continued to develop as a centre of administration, economy and culture in southern Hokkaido. 

Kochi

The influence of Chinese, Jews, Arabs and Europeans is evident in Kochi and its people. Kochi hosts the oldest church in India, 500 year old houses built by the Portuguese, old tiled houses built in the Chinese pagoda style, the famous Chinese fishing nets, a Jewish community whose roots go back to the Diaspora, synagogues and mosques all tell the fascinating story of Kochi as a harbour town.

Osaka

With a population of over five million people, Osaka is Japan's second largest city. For centuries, Osaka was Japan's cultural and commercial gateway to Asia -- the point of entry not only for trade goods, but most importantly, cultural influences that shaped Japan. Today, Osaka is a vibrant cultural center known for its shopping and exquisite cuisine.

Otaru

Otaru is a small harbour city, which once served as a major trade and fishing port. Many old warehouses and former office buildings by shipping and trade companies give Otaru's city centre a special character reminiscent of past decades.

Yokohama

Yokohama is Japan's second largest city with a population of over three million. Yokohama remains popular among expats, has one of the world's largest chinatowns and preserves some former Western residences in the Yamate district.

• 14 night cruise Yokohama (Tokyo) return aboard Noordam
• Late night stay in Fukuoka (Hakata), Kanazawa & Hakodate
• Wide range of dining options onboard including 24 hour room service
• Onboard entertainment and activities

Extend your stay!
Add on a 3 night pre cruise Tokyo package Including:

• Transfer airport to hotel seat-in-coach
• 3 nights at 4-star Keio Plaza Hotel with daily breakfast
• Full Day Tokyo Tour with local English speaking guide
• Full Day Hakone & Mt Fuji Tour with local English speaking guide 
• Transfer hotel to cruise terminal 

 Prices to be advised 

*NOTE: Tokyo extension is NOT hosted

Pre-Cruise Optional Add On Extension: 

*NOTE: Tokyo extension is NOT hosted

8 April 2022
You will be met in the Arrival's Hall of the Airport.
Seat in Coach transfer from Airport to hotel.
Rest of the day – free at leisure

9 April 2022
After breakfast, pick up at hotel for a Tokyo Full Day Tour with private coach and English-speaking guide.Take in Meiji Jingu Shrine, Harajuku & Omotesando, Roppongi Hills Tokyo Sky View and Asakusa Sensoji and Nakamise shopping archade. 
After tour, transfer back to hotel.
Rest of evening - free at leisure.

10 April 2022
After breakfast, pick up at hotel for Mt Fuji & Hakone Full Day Tour with private coach and English-speaking guide. Take in Mt Fuji 5th Station, Lake Ashi short cruise and Komagatake Ropeway.
After tour, transfer back to hotel.
Rest of evening - free at leisure.

11 April 2022
After breakfast, check out of the hotel and transfer by chartered coach with English-speaking assistant to Yokohama Pier for your onward cruise.

Cruise Itinerary:

• Day 1: Yokohama (Tokyo), Japan 11 Apr 2022 | Depart 8:00 PM
• Day 2: Shimizu, Japan 12 Apr 2022 | 8:00 AM To 2:00 PM
• Day 3: Osaka, Japan 13 Apr 2022 | 8:00 AM To 8:00 PM
• Day 4: Kochi, Japan 14 Apr 2022 | 8:00 AM To 5:00 PM
• Day 5: Scenic Cruising Kanmon Strait 15 Apr 2022
• Day 5: Fukuoka (Hakata), Japan 15 Apr 2022 | 10:00 AM To 11:00 PM
• Day 6: At Sea 16 Apr 2022
• Day 7: Kanazawa, Japan 17 Apr 2022 | 8:00 AM To 11:00 PM
• Day 8: At Sea 18 Apr 2022
• Day 9: Vladivostok, Russia 19 Apr 2022 | 6:00 AM To 8:00 PM
• Day 10: At Sea 20 Apr 2022
• Day 11: Otaru, Japan 21 Apr 2022 | 8:00 AM To 5:00 PM
• Day 12: Hakodate, Japan 22 Apr 2022 | 8:00 AM To 11:00 PM
• Day 13: Aomori, Japan 23 Apr 2022 | 8:00 AM To 5:00 PM
• Day 14: At Sea 24 Apr 2022
• Day 15: Yokohama (Tokyo), Japan

*Advertsied price is cruise only, per person twin share