Incheon (Seoul) to Tokyo Cruise

Day 1 - Incheon

Arrive: Wed 25 March 2026 / Depart: Wed 25 March 2026 at 18:00

Incheon is rising to new heights, literally. The city is developing metropolitan real estate with dramatic results, including a district called Songdo International City, home to the world’s tallest twin tower buildings and South Korea’s tallest building, the North Asia Trade Tower. Visit Independence Memorial Hall commemorating General MacArthur, who turned the tide of the Korean War, while farther afield the Incheon Islands are favored by hikers and beachgoers.

Day 2 - At Sea

Day 3 - Busan, South Korea

Arrive: Fri 27 March 2026 at 08:00 / Depart: Fri 27 March 2026 at 18:00

Day 4 - Fukuoka

Arrive: Sat 28 March 2026 at 08:00 / Depart: Sat 28 March 2026 at 18:00

Day 5 - Nagasaki

Arrive: Sun 29 March 2026 at 08:00 / Depart: Sun 29 March 2026 at 18:00

As Japan's only access to the West, Nagasaki flourished during a period of national isolation in the 16th century and continues to be influenced by the ideas and technology of other cultures. Must-see attractions include Japan's oldest gothic-style wooden church, the inspirational Peace Park, and the stately Glover Mansion, an impressive hideaway which was the legendary setting of Puccini's opera, Madame Butterfly.

Day 6 - Kagoshima

Arrive: Mon 30 March 2026 at 08:00 / Depart: Mon 30 March 2026 at 17:00

Mount Sakurajima casts an imposing image on arrival to Kagoshima, but don’t be deterred by the active volcano across the bay. Kagoshima has been voted Japan’s friendliest city, with a climate to match the warmth of its residents – and the heat of Mount Sakurajima. This tropical environment fosters a rich agriculture and aquaculture that produces distinct cuisine and famously high-quality ingredients. The nearby Chiran Samurai Residences and Gardens offer a glimpse into the legendary warriors of 250 years ago.

Day 7 - Beppu

Arrive: Tue 31 March 2026 at 08:00 / Depart: Tue 31 March 2026 at 17:00

Day 8 - Kochi, Japan

Arrive: Wed 01 April 2026 at 09:00 / Depart: Wed 01 April 2026 at 17:00

Views of the sea, high-rises, parks and temples…. Kochi has it all, along with its own famous dish, katsuo tataki, a culinary delight of flavorfully seasoned, seared tuna. Meander through the Makino Botanical Garden, explore the Museum of Art, stroll along the beach, barter at the Obiyamachi shopping arcade, visit the aquarium, or simply gaze at the city’s most celebrated sight, Kochi Castle, which remains largely intact atop Otakasaka Hill, and at the top of most travelers’ must-see lists.

Day 9 - Kobe

Arrive: Thu 02 April 2026 at 08:00 / Depart: Thu 02 April 2026 at 22:00

This cosmopolitan gem boasts a proud maritime history and is a gateway to some of Japan’s other legendary locales. Venture to the spiritual heart of Kyoto, home to the famed Golden Pavilion and many cultural intricacies, from the secret lives of the geisha to today’s innovative cuisine. Explore Nara’s Daibutsu (Great Buddha) and wander a park of temples on this journey through Japan’s sacred past and chic present.

Day 10 - At Sea

Day 11 - Nagoya

Arrive: Sat 04 April 2026 at 08:00 / Depart: Sat 04 April 2026 at 18:00

Day 12 - Tokyo

Arrive: Sun 05 April 2026 at 08:00 / Depart: Sun 05 April 2026

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.