Ancient Shrines & Volcanic Peaks – Kochi, Jeju Island & Busan

About this cruise

If you've got 15 nights to work with, this sailing from Tokyo on July 20, 2028 through Toba-Mie, Kochi and Jeju Island, with additional stops along the Japan, Korea, China & Taiwan is genuinely one of the better ways to spend them. With 5 sea days woven in between port calls, there's time to actually use the ship and recharge. Bullet trains visible from the harbour, cherry blossoms, and thousands of years of history. East Asia is a lot to take in. Don't rush through Hakodate, which is known as Hokkaido's star-shaped fortress and million-dollar night view. Around 10 hours per port on average, which is generous enough to go beyond the obvious. From casual buffets to proper sit-down restaurants, Diamond Princess has 12 dining spots on board, most of them included. The longer time on board means you'll catch several shows, themed nights, and start feeling like a regular at your favourite bar. The timing works well too: warm evenings on deck, late sunsets, and a lively atmosphere. All told, 8 ports across 15 nights covers a lot.