Mooring for several days in each port allows ample time for exploration on this exciting cruise showcasing China, Taiwan and Japan.
Join your luxurious ship in Hong Kong, a city of contrasts with its ultra-modern high-rise buildings overlooking ancient temples. Highlights include the floating village of Aberdeen and beautiful Lantau Island with the Po Lin Monastery's giant Buddha statue. Continue to Taipei, capital of Taiwan, and a modern metropolis dominated by the iconic Taipei 1010 skyscraper.
Spend a couple of days in Kagoshima, voted Japan's friendliest city. The nearby Chiran Samurai Residences and Gardens offer a glimpse into the legendary warriors of 250 years ago. The next stop is the Japanese capital of Tokyo. From the timeless beauty of the Meiji Shrine to the striking Tokyo Tower, the city is a complex blend of East and West.
A few days in bustling Shanghai is the perfect end to this incredible roundtrip cruise from Hong Kong. Perhaps take a stroll along the riverside Bund promenade or explore People's Square.
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Accent on China and Japan Itinerary
Days 1-2 - Hong Kong (China)
Embark your ship in Hong Kong. Colourful Hong Kong is a city of contrasts, with ultra-modern high-rise buildings standing side by side with street markets and ancient temples. Highlights of this legendary city include the floating village of Aberdeen, the busy Temple Street night market and Lantau Island with the Po Lin Monastery's giant Buddha statue.
Days 3-4 - Taipei (Taiwan)
From Keelung travel to Taipei, the capital of Taiwan. This modern metropolis has highlights including the National Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall, the pagoda-like National Theatre and the famous Taipei 101 skyscraper.
Days 5-6 - Kagoshima (Japan)
Mount Sakurajima is across the bay from Kagoshima, which has been voted Japan's friendliest city. This tropical environment leads to incredible produce and ultimately distinct cuisine. The nearby Chiran Samurai Residences and Gardens offer a glimpse into the legendary warriors of 250 years ago.
Days 7-10 - Tokyo
Tokyo is a vibrant metropolis that combines vitality of a modern city with the stately elegance of the past. From the timeless beauty of the Meiji Shrine to the impressive Tokyo Tower, this international city is a complex blend of East and West. The timeless Imperial Palace is set in a verdant parkland of isolation, a welcome escape from the busy city.
Days 11-15 - Shanghai (China)
Explore Shanghai, a contrasting city of dynamic modern skyscrapers and stately stone buildings. Highlights of the city include the magnificent Shanghai Museum, the graceful riverside Bund promenade and the vast People’s Square.
Day 16 - Hong Kong
Disembark your ship in Hong Kong.
For navigational reasons the Captain of the ship reserves the right to modify the cruise itinerary.