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A Grand Journey from Rainforest Peaks to Japan’s Scenic Coastal Vistas Cruise

  • Departure DateSat 11th Sep 2027
  • Explora Journeys EXPLORA III
  • 25 Night Cruise From Vancouver
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Itinerary

  • Vancouver
  • Ketchikan
  • Sitka
  • Hubbard Glacier
  • Seward
  • Kushiro, Japan
  • Aomori
  • Tokyo
  • Shimiju, japan
  • Kobe
  • Kochi, Japan
  • Busan, South Korea
  • Nagasaki
  • Kagoshima
  • Tokyo

What's Included

  • Unlimited Fine Beverages
  • Choice of 8 Culinary Experiences
  • All on board gratuities
  • High-speed WiFi
  • In-suite welcome bottle of champagne & sweet treats
  • Unlimited beverages, fine wines and premium spirits, speciality coffees, teas & soft drinks
  • Sophisticated, varied culinary experiences across 18 venues
  • 24-hour in-suite dining
  • Welcome champagne & in-suite mini bar
  • Elegant, comfortable accommodation with unrivalled space & privacy
  • High-speed, unlimited WiFi throughout the ship
  • Access to the Spa Thermal Area
  • Gratuities
  • 24-hour Private butler services & additional amenities for Ocean Residence Guests including: Packing & unpacking to guests’ preferences, pressing & laundering assistance, private in-suite dining, personal communication through Explora app, itinerary, transport & celebrations planning & onboard & ashore reservations assistance

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Day 1 - Vancouver

Arrive: Sat 11 September 2027 / Depart: Sat 11 September 2027 at 17:00

Surrounded by mountains, vibrant Vancouver is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts and cosmopolitan adventurers alike. Meandering oceanside pathways surround eclectic neighbourhoods – Stanley Park, the West End, Gastown, Yaletown, Chinatown. A major global city, it is renowned for its cultural diversity and thriving art, theatre, music and food scenes. Its perfectly picturesque setting makes it popular filming location – with old-growth cedar forests, mountains covering 75% and two-thirds of Canada's bird species and land mammals. A big, bustling city perched on the edge of wilderness.

Day 2 - At Sea

Day 3 - Ketchikan

Arrive: Mon 13 September 2027 at 07:00 / Depart: Mon 13 September 2027 at 16:00

Day 4 - Sitka

Arrive: Tue 14 September 2027 at 09:00 / Depart: Tue 14 September 2027 at 17:00

Lace up your hiking shoes for Sitka won't let you down. A true wilderness of volcanoes, mountain forests, islands and glaciers. Fishing is famous; whale and wildlife sightings epic; stories of battles between Russian fur traders and Tlingit are legendary. Thrills that go beyond: flight-seeing Mount Edgecumbe; kayak Sitka Sound; hike former WWII installations; step inside the Fortress of Bears; and find peace in the blue-domed St. Michael’s Cathedral.

Day 5 - Hubbard Glacier

Arrive: Wed 15 September 2027 at 09:00 / Depart: Wed 15 September 2027 at 13:00

Massive and magical, Hubbard is considered the mother-of-all tidewater glaciers in North America. Taller than a 30-storey building (above water). Larger than the state of Rhode Island. The marvel is also the most active, with ice chunks regularly sloughing off in massive dimensions. The thunderous roar of cracking ice echoes against a stellar backdrop with five of the ten tallest peaks in America. The most magical moment you’ll ever enjoy on deck.

Day 6 - Seward

Arrive: Thu 16 September 2027 at 09:00 / Depart: Thu 16 September 2027 at 17:00

Day 7 - At Sea

Day 8 - At Sea

Day 9 - At Sea

Day 10 - At Sea

Day 11 - At Sea

Day 12 - At Sea

Day 13 - At Sea

Day 14 - Kushiro, Japan

Arrive: Fri 24 September 2027 at 09:00 / Depart: Fri 24 September 2027 at 17:00

Day 15 - Aomori

Arrive: Sat 25 September 2027 at 09:00 / Depart: Sat 25 September 2027 at 17:00

Day 16 - At Sea

Day 17 - Tokyo

Arrive: Mon 27 September 2027 at 08:00 / Depart: Mon 27 September 2027 at 19:00

Day 18 - Shimiju, japan

Arrive: Tue 28 September 2027 at 07:00 / Depart: Tue 28 September 2027 at 16:30

Day 19 - Kobe

Arrive: Wed 29 September 2027 at 09:30 / Depart: Wed 29 September 2027 at 20:00

Day 20 - Kochi, Japan

Arrive: Thu 30 September 2027 at 09:00 / Depart: Thu 30 September 2027 at 19:00

Day 21 - At Sea

Day 22 - Busan, South Korea

Arrive: Sat 02 October 2027 at 08:00 / Depart: Sat 02 October 2027 at 19:00

Day 23 - Nagasaki

Arrive: Sun 03 October 2027 at 07:00 / Depart: Sun 03 October 2027 at 18:00

Day 24 - Kagoshima

Arrive: Mon 04 October 2027 at 08:00 / Depart: Mon 04 October 2027 at 18:00

Day 25 - At Sea

Day 26 - Tokyo

Arrive: Wed 06 October 2027 at 08:00 / Depart: Wed 06 October 2027

EXPLORA III From Explora Journeys

EXPLORA III is the first LNG-powered ship in our fleet, underscoring our commitment to decarbonising marine operations. This innovation has the potential to reduce well-to-wake greenhouse gas emission by over 80%, significantly lowering our environmental impact. A sanctuary of unparalleled comfort and space, EXPLORA III embodies effortless elegance, evoking the feeling of being aboard a private yacht

Ship Cabins

Cove Residence with Whirpool

For a true sense of being at home at sea, experience the effortlessly elegant spaces of the Cove Residences featuring a stylishly decorated living area, a calm work space, a comfortable dining area for four, as well as a separate bedroom with sea views and a spacious walk-in wardrobe with a seated vanity area. Sofas and chairs are by Molteni & C and the sophisticated lighting solutions are designed by Astep. The private sun terrace allows guests to unwind and savour the ocean featuring a private outdoor whirlpool, a dining table and sun loungers. Each Cove Residence includes butler services provided by our Residence Hosts, a private refrigerated mini bar – replenished according to the guests’ preferences, espresso machine, kettle and tea pot with a complimentary selection of coffee and teas. Features Private butler services by our Residence Hosts Oversized floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the sea Separate living, dining and sleeping areas Spacious lounge area Dining table for 4 guests Spacious work desk area In-suite welcome bottle of champagne Private refrigerated minibar, replenished according to the guests’ preferences from a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages Espresso machine, kettle and tea pot with a complimentary selection of coffee and teas Complimentary personal refillable water bottle for each guest Pair of binoculars for guests’ use during their journey Technogym Case Kit with a smart range of fitness gear Safe accommodating most tablets and laptops Outdoors Spacious oceanfront terrace with private outdoor whirlpool, a dining table and sun loungers or a daybed
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