Yokohama Tokyo to Vancouver Cruise

Day 1 - Tokyo

Arrive: Sat 08 May 2027 / Depart: Sat 08 May 2027 at 19:00

Arrive into the heart of Japan, Tokyo, by way of Yokohama. From the timeless beauty of the Meiji Shrine to the glittering Ginza District and impressive Tokyo Tower, Tokyo is a complex blend of East and West where houses of wood and paper stand beside soaring steel skyscrapers while kimono-clad women stroll along trendy teenagers. Here in this city of more than 11 million people, the timeless Imperial Palace bears testament to Japan’s enduring traditions, existing in a verdant parkland of isolation.

Day 2 - At Sea

Day 3 - Aomori

Arrive: Mon 10 May 2027 at 08:00 / Depart: Mon 10 May 2027 at 23:00

Aomori is the capital city of Aomori Prefecture, in the T?hoku region of Japan. As of 1 April 2020, the city had an estimated population of 278,964 in 136,457 households, and a population density of 340 people per square kilometer spread over the city

Day 4 - Hakodate

Arrive: Tue 11 May 2027 at 08:00 / Depart: Tue 11 May 2027 at 17:00

Whether you reach the spectacular summit of Mt. Hakodate by gondola or invigorating hike, sprawling vistas of the town below offer a beautiful reward. Venture further into the rich natural wonders to Lake Onuma Park, where trails in every direction lead to adventure and tiny lake islands are just a canoe quest away. In town, the local fish market, modern Motomachi neighborhood and Russian Orthodox Church express the storied past and varied present-day culture of Hakodate.

Day 5 - Otaru, Japan

Arrive: Wed 12 May 2027 at 08:00 / Depart: Wed 12 May 2027 at 16:00

Asmall harbor city, Otaru once played a pivotal role as a fishing and trade port, its main canal still a beautifully preserved representation of that era. Today, the canal district is illuminated with character by old-fashioned gas lamps, lined with warehouses that have been transformed into museums, shops and restaurants. Adventure seekers have an easy quest from Otaru to Mount Yotei, the active stratovolcano that offers challenging hikes and extreme crater skiing.

Day 6 - At Sea

Day 7 - At Sea

Day 8 - At Sea

Day 9 - Crossing the International Dateline

Day 10 - At Sea

Day 11 - At Sea

Day 12 - Kodiak, Alaska

Arrive: Wed 19 May 2027 at 10:00 / Depart: Wed 19 May 2027 at 19:00

Often called "Alaska's Emerald Isle," Kodiak Island is indeed magnificently green thanks to plentiful summer rains. It is also one of North America’s largest commercial fishing ports; both fish and wildlife are abundant in the area. Hikers will find the area a paradise as well, with a choice of splendid trails inside Kodiak's National Wildlife Refuge. Several fascinating museums exist here, including the Alutiiq Museum, which illuminates the cultural traditions of the indigenous Alutiiq people.

Day 13 - Homer, Alaska

Arrive: Thu 20 May 2027 at 07:00 / Depart: Thu 20 May 2027 at 17:00

Snow-capped mountains reaching thousands of feet skyward and glistening glaciers combine to create a dramatic backdrop for Homer on the southern Kenai Peninsula. Take a cruise to one of Alaska’s largest marine sanctuaries where thousands of seabirds come to nest. Paddle among the sea otters at Otter Cove. There’s halibut fishing, of course, along with galleries of local artists, interpretive hiking with a naturalist … even a world-famous Alaskan cooking school. Name your flavor, it’s all here in Homer.

Day 14 - Seward

Arrive: Fri 21 May 2027 / Depart: Fri 21 May 2027 at 18:00

Kenai Fjords National Park, Resurrection Bay, the SeaLife Center research aquarium, not to mention the charm of the town itself, all conspire to make Seward one of the most appealing destinations in Alaska. Seward began inconspicuously enough as a fishing village and point of arrival for those visiting Alaska. Now locals and visitors alike have discovered that there is enough to see and do here to merit a multi-day, if not indefinite, stay. You might paddle a kayak on the lookout for sea otters, hike one of the many beautiful hiking trails near town, embark on a fishing expedition or ride a wheeled sled pulled by a team of 12 spry and intelligent dogs. In town, visit the aforementioned SeaLife Center, where you can hold starfish and view puffins, seabirds, harbor seals and sea lions. Also investigate the Iditarod Trailhead and explore the quaint Seward Museum where you will learn the history of Seward as told by bits of memorabilia.

Day 15 - Hubbard Glacier

Arrive: Sat 22 May 2027 / Depart: Sat 22 May 2027

Hubbard Glacier is a glacier located in eastern Alaska and part of Yukon, Canada, and named after Gardiner Hubbard.

Day 16 - Skagway

Arrive: Sun 23 May 2027 at 09:00 / Depart: Sun 23 May 2027 at 19:00

Discover the flavor of the gold rush era in Skagway. In its heyday, this atmospheric frontier town was the largest in Alaska. During the height of the gold boom, Skagway was known as the gateway to the goldfields, and its population went from 2 to 10,000 in a single year. At one time it boasted 80 saloons and was known as the "roughest town on earth." Although its population is now less than 1,000, its rip-roaring past will come alive as you stroll along Broadway or browse through the Trail of '98 Museum's outstanding collection of memorabilia.

Day 17 - Sitka

Arrive: Mon 24 May 2027 at 10:00 / Depart: Mon 24 May 2027 at 19:00

The symmetrical cone of Mount Edgecumbe and countless green-tufted islands welcome Crystal Symphony to picturesque Sitka. In its heyday, it was referred to as the "Paris of the Pacific" and knew great prosperity. Although founded by Alexander Baranof in 1799, it wasn't until 1867, when Alaska was purchased by the United States, that the Stars and Stripes replaced the Russian flag. As Russia's former capital in the New World, Sitka still retains its exotic heritage, boasting proud architecture and unique historical sites.

Day 18 - Icy Strait Point, Alaska

Arrive: Tue 25 May 2027 at 07:00 / Depart: Tue 25 May 2027 at 17:00

Day 19 - Wrangell, Alaska

Arrive: Wed 26 May 2027 at 10:00 / Depart: Wed 26 May 2027 at 19:00

Glaciers, mountains, islands and rainforest, Wrangell is gateway to the scenic Stikine River – “Great River” in Tlingit – a photographer’s dream and haven to extraordinary birds and wildlife. A true frontier town from where gold rush adventures were once launched, today’s discoveries might find you searching for prehistoric carvings at Petroglyph Beach, exploring Tlingit culture and Totem Park or venturing to Anan Creek Bear Observatory in the nearby Tongass National Forest.

Day 20 - Seymour Narrows

Day 21 - Vancouver

Arrive: Fri 28 May 2027 at 06:00 / Depart: Fri 28 May 2027

Discover the vibrancy of this British Columbia cosmopolitan. Vancouver has eclectic neighbors to explore, exquisite seafood, and the largest natural park in North America.