8 Night Best of Japan Luxury Cruise from Maizuru to Osaka
Through this exceptional itinerary, PONANT invites you to discover the Land of the Rising Sun, where the history of the samurai and the daintiness of the geishas exist side by side.
Departure date: 7 June 2020
Embark port: Maizuru, Japan
Cruise line: Ponant
Ship: Le Soleal
Deal Inclusions
8-Night expedition voyage aboard Le Soleal
Superb dining, with all main meals included during your cruise.
Captains welcome cocktail and gala dinner.
Open Bar (pouring wines, house champagne, alcohol except premium brands... list available upon request).
Evening entertainment and events onboard.
24hr room service.
Water sports activities (except scuba diving) using the ships equipment.
Port taxes and government fees.
Highlights:
Discovering the ‘Empire of the Rising Sun’, its culture, its ancestral traditions and iconic sites.
UNESCO World Heritage Sites: The Miyajima Sanctuary and its vermillion Torii, the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum.
Sakaiminato and Matsue or medieval Japan and the former homes of the Samurais.
Discovering Tamano, a former feudal domain with a surprising cultural heritage, and its famous “black castle”.
Osaka, and its famous castle (port of disembarkation).
| Cruise Itinerary | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Date | Activity | Arrive | Depart |
| 07/06/20 | Maizuru, Japan | 07:00PM | |
| 08/06/20 | Sakaiminato, Japan | 07:00AM | 07:00PM |
| 09/06/20 | Busan, (Pusan) South Korea | 12:30PM | 07:00PM |
| 10/06/20 | Nagasaki, Japan | 08:00AM | 06:30PM |
| 11/06/20 | Kagoshima, Japan | 08:00AM | 06:00PM |
| 12/06/20 | Uwajima, Japan | 12:00PM | 06:30PM |
| 13/06/20 | Hiroshima, Japan | 06:00AM | 08:00PM |
| 14/06/20 | Okayama, Japan | 06:00AM | 10:00PM |
| 15/06/20 | Osaka, Japan | 07:00AM | |
Cruise Description
8 Night Cruise sailing from Maizuru to Osaka aboard Le Soleal.
A sleek silhouette, a welcoming intimate atmosphere, discover aboard this new ship the philosophy that has made L’Austral and LE BORéAL such a success: the spirit of Yacht Cruises.
Sailing under the French flag, this magnificent yacht of only 132 staterooms and Suites, with balconies, joined our fleet in July 2013. You will be enchanted by the contemporary decor inspired by the luxury yachting world, with fluid lines and a modern colour scheme combining natural wood with shades of grey and white.
A refined ambiance is enhanced by the quality of the workmanship and materials: white Corian counters in the lobby contrast with the warmth of leather to recall a boat’s hull, while the central sculpture of enamelled pieces takes its inspiration from the sea. In the loungebar, the carpet picks up a tennis stripe theme symbolising a certain idea of cruising, one synonymous with French elegance and a chic seaside spirit.
Cruise Overview:
Through this exceptional itinerary, PONANT invites you to discover the Land of the Rising Sun, where the history of the samurai and the daintiness of the geishas exist side by side.
In Maizuru, you will board the Le Soléal for a 9-day cruise to the heart of Japan.
When your ship calls at Sakaiminato, you will set off to discover medieval Japan and the ancient dwellings of the samurai, who had lavish homes and castles built.
The Le Soléal will then take you to Busan, a warm and welcoming city where you will enjoy a spectacular view of the port. This ancient city full of contrasts presents numerous vestiges that speak of its prestigious past.
We will call at Hiroshima, the gateway to Miyajima, home to the majestic Shinto shrine whose entrance is guarded by a magnificent vermillion Torii listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
You will also discover the small Japanese city of Tamano, a former feudal domain with a unique cultural heritage. Among its sites, you will be able to admire its famous Korakuen Garden, one of the country’s three must-see landscaped gardens.
You will end your cruise with the discovery of the most Japanese of metropolis, Osaka, a modern, industrial and cultural city that is entirely turned towards the future. This city has been the national centre for trade and industry since the reign of Emperor Nintoku.
Terms & Conditions
Cruise costs are in New Zealand Dollars (NZD). Offer subject to availability at time of booking. Prices are per person share twin based on best available cruise fare, inclusive of all discounts unless otherwise stated. Subject to availability and currency fluctuations. All fares and taxes are subject to change without notice up until full payment is received. Itinerary may be subject to change. Credit card payments will incur a fee. Cruise deposit, amendment and cancellation conditions apply. Travel agent service fees may apply. Special conditions apply - please ask for full details at time of enquiry. Cruise Line reserves the right to re-instate the fuel supplement for all guests up to US$9 per person per day if the price of light sweet crude on the New York Mercantile Exchange (NYMEX) exceeds US$70 per barrel. Please consult cruise line website for current information.