Azure Horizons – Busan & Fukuoka

About this cruise

If you don't need a long holiday but still want to get out on the water, this is a solid pick. 5 nights from Shanghai on September 25, 2026, visiting Hakata (Fukuoka) and Busan. The shape of this trip works well: open water on either side with 2 port calls clustered in the middle. Bullet trains visible from the harbour, cherry blossoms, and thousands of years of history. East Asia is a lot to take in. People come back from this cruise talking about Hakata (Fukuoka): Tonkotsu ramen capital of Kyushu. Around 13 hours per port on average, which is generous enough to go beyond the obvious. MSC Bellissima keeps you well fed. 9 places to eat, with 3 included in the fare and a few specialty spots if you're in the mood. Families and groups will find plenty to do: waterslides, shows, multiple pools, and something for every age. If you can, add a night in Shanghai before boarding. It's a good city to wander. The autumn timing is underrated too. Good weather, calmer seas, and a more relaxed ship. 2 ports, 2 countries, one suitcase. That's the appeal.