Japan Small Ship Experience 2008
Cruise plus Kyota & Nara
- 15 days/14 nighs cruise & land tour from Kyoto (Osaka) to Kobe aboard the Spirit of Oceanus
- »Living a National Geographic article while lounging in the lap of luxury...«
- Breathtaking scenery, cultural experiences, and wonderful food & wine
- Visit stunning gardens and serene temples
- Tokyo, Niigata, Okayama, Hiroshima, Nagasaki, Osaka and more
- Book this cruise with us and receive a present from us upon your return
Fall 2008: some cabins available - please contact us
Spring 2009: make sure you get your cabin - book now with us!!
Discover the enigma that is Japan
In Japan, the past lives along with the present, neither overshadowing the other. Ancient feudal values are still part of the everyday life. Zen concepts of nature, harmony, and simplicity flavour everything from gardens to cuisine. And traditions of geisha and ancestor worship share modern highrises and pachinko parlours. With every day's journey ashore, you will unravel more of the paradoxes and contradictions that have intrigued visitors for centuries.
See what you can expect:
15 Days, 14 Nights (Option 1), Osaka/Kyoto to Kobe
Departures in April, October, November 2008
- Journey through stunning gardens, serene temples and modern innovations.
- Discover the power of Himeji Castle and the serenity of Arashiyama.
- Explore the mysteries of the old samurai and geisha districts.
- Delight in the aromas and flavors of exotic Japanese cuisine.
Surrounded by the islands of Honshu, Kyushu, and Shikoku, and dotted
with more than 3,000 other islands, the Inland Sea is one of Japan’s
scenic gems, often compared to the Aegean Sea in its beauty. The
Inland Sea is linked to the Sea of Japan by a narrow channel. The
shores of the Inland Sea are heavily populated and part of Japan’s
most important industrial area. The main industries are steel
production, ship construction, oil refining and oil-derived
productions. The Inland Sea is 280 miles long and from 9 to 34 miles
wide. The water is fairly shallow with the average depth at 122 feet
and the greatest depth of 344 feet. It is also known for its moderate
climate and relatively low rainfall. Over 500 species of marine life
are known to live here including the horseshoe crab, the finless
porpoise, and the great white shark. The Inland Sea is also famous for
its periodic red tides, caused by dense grouping of a certain type of
phytoplankton.
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Option 2: 11 Days, 12 Nights Japan Cruise only, round trip from Cobe.
Departures in April, May, October, November 2008
Starting from: $ 5849 USD* - please ask for details
Over the course of 12 days explore delightful destinations like Hagi,
Takamatsu, Nagasaki and Hiroshima as you cruise round trip from Kobe.
Aboard the all-suite Spirit of Oceanus you’ll experience beautiful
gardens, shrines, castle, islands, parks and art on your voyage of a
lifetime.
All small ship cruises are avaiable in combination with exciting land
tour options, pre- or post-cruise!
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* Please Note: All prices quoted are per person and do not include GST, fuel surcharges and applicable taxes.
