Hong Kong – Tokyo (Timeless Tea Gardens)

Overview

Aboard Oceania Nautica, sail from Hong Kong to Tokyo on a luxury journey through Taiwan, South Korea, and Japan. Discover vibrant cities, scenic coastlines, and rich cultural heritage, all at a relaxed pace with the perfect balance of immersive port experiences and leisurely sea days.

Indulge in an elegant onboard lifestyle with personalised service, gourmet dining, and refined comfort – an effortless way to experience East Asia in style.

Itinerary

1. Day 1Hong Kong, China

   Experience old and new Hong Kong with its ultra-modern high-rise buildings beside street markets and lovely temples. Visit the boat people in Aberdeen and shop in Stanley Market or stroll through the bustling Temple Street night market. Visit Hollywood Road with its temple and antique shops or take a junk cruise and explore the magnificent bay. Travel to the New Territories to see family shrines, the wishing tree and the preserved wetlands. Or visit Lantau Island and the Po Lin Monastery with its giant Buddha statue.

2. Day 2At Sea
3. Day 3Taipei (Keelung), Taiwan

   On this fascinating island visit the world's tallest building, the Chiang Kai Shek Memorial, the fabulous Palace Museum's vast collection of Chinese art and the lovely Lungshan Temple. Explore lovely Keelung's historic sites and Yeliu Park's astonishing rock formations.

4. Day 4Ishigaki, Japan

   Discover this remote and picturesque island's lush mountains, beautiful beaches and magnificent coral reef from island viewpoints. See the native palm forest and the lavishly decorated Chinese tomb. Step back in time and travel to the tiny island of Taketomi-jima with its treasured red-tile- roofed town where rural island heritage, including ox carts, is vividly alive.

5. Day 5Okinawa (Naha), Japan

   Naha is the capital and the largest city in the Okinawa Prefecture, which is made up of more than 150 islands. This part of Japan was once an independent entity – the Ryukyu Kingdom. Learn about its fascinating history at the Okinawa Prefectural Museum and discover traditional Okinawan crafts at locations in the city like Naha City Traditional Arts & Crafts Center. If you’re up for a day trip, visit the ruins of Nakijin Castle less than 60 miles north – you’ll find much to explore on a trek through the grounds of this beautiful UNESCO World Heritage site. Also nearby is the Churaumi Aquarium, where two huge whale sharks and a delightful dolphin show are among the highlights.

6. Day 6At Sea
7. Day 7Jeju, South Korea

   Known as the "Island of the Gods," Jeju offers beautiful beaches as well as breathtaking views from Hallasan, the highest peak in South Korea. The volcanic island features one of the finest lava tube systems of caves in the world and has been named a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its dramatic landscapes of outstanding beauty. Walk the scenic path to the Cheonjiyeon Waterfall, one of the island’s most famous attractions, and watch history and culture come alive at the open-air Jeju Folk Village Museum.

8. Day 8Busan, South Korea

   From trendy cafes and famous fish markets to sacred temples and traditional tea ceremonies, Busan, the second largest city in South Korea is bursting with flavors and culture. Take a walk in the relaxing Yongdusan Park while admiring the various species of trees and a view of the Busan Tower. At the Hongbeopsa farming temple, explore the renowned large Buddha statues at the Main Buddha Hall while walking along a water lily path, or experience a traditional Korean tea ceremony conducted by one of their monks.

9. Day 9Nagasaki, Japan

   Discover remnants of old Nagasaki beside the modern city. Visit the Peace Park and Atomic Bomb Museum. Or travel to Arita, home of magnificent Japanese ceramics, and tour famous Kakiemon Kiln, which continues a 400-year-old tradition. Experience feudal Japan and the natural wonders of Shimabara Peninsula with its volcanoes and hot springs.

10. Day 10Kagoshima, Japan

    Visit the exquisite Iso-Teien Garden and its villa, built in 1660, and enjoy its gorgeous views before a short ferry ride to smoking Sakurajima for a close-up view of the volcano and its lava fields. Or journey into the countryside to Chiran and its well-preserved streets lined with samurai homes. Enjoy the beautiful landscape of Lake Ikeda and the stunning vistas of the Satsuma Peninsula.

11. Day 11Kochi, Japan

    Not the typical Japanese city, small and compact Kochi has gained a well-deserved reputation for its exuberant, easy-going spirit and vibrant food scene. The city is the birthplace of the legendary samurai Sakamoto Ryoma, who created an alliance that eventually brought down the Tokugawa shogunate and is now commemorated in a memorial museum. In the city center, don’t miss the well-preserved hilltop Kochi Castle to explore the grounds where the city was established in 1601. You might continue your downtown explorations at one of the many pedestrian shopping arcades or at a restaurant to try Kochi’s most famous dish – katsuo-no-tataki, a savory dish of grilled, ponzu-marinated skipjack tuna or bonito fish.

12. Day 12Tokushima, Japan
13. Day 13Kyoto (Kobe), Japan

    Visit the breathtaking temples and shrines of Japan's old imperial capital, Kyoto, or explore ancient Nara, the cradle of Japanese arts, literature and crafts, with its magnificent shrines and temples that predate Kyoto's. Stroll through Nara Park, famed for its deer and impressive Kasuga Grand Shrine. Then travel on to Osaka and its famed castle. In Kobe, visit historic Himeji Castle, a huge edifice built entirely of wood and tile.

14. Day 14At Sea
15. Day 15Tokyo, Japan

    Dazzling cityscapes await your exploration; visit Asakusa for the bright lights, street fairs and Senso-ji Temple; the Tsukiji Market, the largest open-air fish market in the world with on-the-spot sushi; and the Imperial Palace's East Garden for some calm. Spend the evening in the bright, active Ginza District, where the night comes alive.

Rates and dates

Current sailings only, in Malaysian Ringgit per person.

Good to know

Ship

Oceania Nautica

Route

Hong Kong, China (Embarkation) to Taipei (Keelung), Taiwan to Ishigaki, Japan to Okinawa (Naha), Japan to Jeju, South Korea to Busan, South Korea to Nagasaki, Japan to Kagoshima, Japan to Kochi, Japan to Tokushima, Japan to Kyoto (Kobe), Japan to Tokyo, Japan (Disembarkation)

Suites

G - Inside Stateroom · C2 - Deluxe Oceanview · A3 - Concierge Veranda

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