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8-night Asia & Indian Ocean cruise from Tokyo on EXPLORA III

The A Journey from Island Shores to Historic Harbours is a 8-night Asia & Indian Ocean cruise aboard EXPLORA III, operated by Explora Journeys. Departing Tokyo on March 21, 2028, the voyage visits 6 ports including Nagoya, Busan, South Korea, Hakata. Fares start from $9,650 per person.

Length
8 nights
Departs
Mar 21, 2028
Returns
Mar 29, 2028
Ports of call
6
Days at sea
2

Voyage code EL20280321TYOTYO

Tokyo

8 nights · Asia & Indian Ocean

from $9,650 pp

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Tokyo

One of the places included in this itinerary.

Nagoya

Home to Toyota, Lexus and Mitsubishi among many other, Nagoya is one of Japan’s industrial powerhouses. A veritable economic tour de force, the city is the fourth largest in the country, and boasts multiple excellent museums, significant temples and, unsurprisingly, excellent shopping. Located on the Pacific coast, the city is often overlooked as a travel destination. View less Sandwiched between the neon lights of Tokyo 350 km to the east and the history laden walls of Kyoto just 120 km to the west, Nagoya has been dubbed – by the country’s Prime Minister no less – as “the most boring city in Japan.” However, that view might be subjective. Beginning with Nagoya’s cuisine, the city offers much in the way of tasty treats. Many traditional dishes that originate here, such as the popular rice dish Hitsumabushi and the chicken based Tebasaki. The city’s many shrines and castles are not only among the oldest in Japan but are also some of the country’s National Treasures. The aforementioned museums offer fine examples of the city’s history dating all the way back to the 17th century Tokugawa period (the city’s castle is from the same period) while the brand new aquarium is touted as being one of the best in Japan. The Port Tower offers spectacular views of the city both day and night. The 2,000-year-old Atsuta Shrine, the second-most revered shrine in Japan, hosts over 4,400 artefacts. The sprawling city is also home to beautifully laid out gardens and parks, which offer a welcome respite from Nagoya’s urban buzz.

Busan, South Korea

"A tapestry of kaleidoscopic colours, intense seafood flavours, and urban beach bliss, Busan rolls across a glorious natural setting on the Korean Peninsula's south-east. One of the largest and busiest ports in the world, 3.5 million people call South Korea's second city home, and the amiable locals help to lend the city its quirky, offbeat outlook. A spacious, playful and cosmopolitan place, Busan is a lively, liveable city, cradled by lush mountains and endless ocean scenery. Haedong Yonggung Temple nestles on a dramatic cliffside, just above the crumbling rocks and crashing waves of the East Sea. Dating back to 1376, the temple's multi-storey pagoda is adorned with lions - each representing a different emotion. Elsewhere, lanterns glitter in the night sky around Mount Geumjeongsan, freshly released from the beautiful Beomeosa Temple, which was established in AD 678. The hillside shantytown of Gamcheon Culture Village has completed an improbable transformation, blossoming from a sea of makeshift homes for Korean war refugees, into a colourful explosion of creativity and curiosity. Local artists have been let loose to create interactive installations, and the entire area is now an expansive canvas for expression. Lose yourself among vibrant alleyways of flamingo-pink, lemon-yellow and baby-blue painted facades in this unique area. Sample bibimbap, fiery-hot beef and rice, from street food vendors, before relaxing on one of South Korea's best beaches - Haeundae's banana bend of sand. Metallic skyscrapers offer an unusual backdrop to this pristine expanse of golden powder and are mirrored by elaborate sandcastles and sculptures during the annual sand festival - when spontaneous water fights and firework displays also take place. Gwangalli beach is another urban option, laying out spectacular views of the reaching Gwangan Bridge - the country's second largest bridge. At night, 16,000 bulbs bathe this engineering marvel in colour."

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Current fares
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Suite
$9,650
Tracked range
161 days
Price history by cabin type
CabinCurrentLowestHighest
Suite $9,650 $6,555 on Jun 24 $9,650 on Jul 31
Cabin grades
17 total
Serenity ResidenceSuite ·
Cove ResidenceSuite · CO1
Cove Residence with WhirpoolSuite · COJ
Cocoon ResidenceSuite · CR
Deluxe PenthouseSuite · DP
Grand PenthouseSuite · GP
Ocean Grand Terrace SuiteSuite · GT
Owner's ResidenceSuite · OR1
Owner's ResidenceSuite · OR2
Ocean Terrace SuiteSuite · OT1
Ocean Terrace SuiteSuite · OT2
Ocean Terrace SuiteSuite · OT3
Ocean Terrace SuiteSuite · OT4
PenthouseSuite · PH
Premier PenthouseSuite · PP
Retreat ResidenceSuite · RR
Serenity ResidenceSuite · SR

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Suite

from $9,650

$1,206 / night

Fare rows

Ocean Terrace Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $9,650

$1,206 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Ocean Terrace Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $10,100

$1,262 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Ocean Terrace Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $10,650

$1,331 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Ocean Grand Terrace Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $11,200

$1,400 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Penthouse

Cabin grade

Available

from $12,400

$1,550 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Deluxe Penthouse

Cabin grade

Available

from $12,900

$1,612 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Premier Penthouse

Cabin grade

Available

from $13,350

$1,668 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Grand Penthouse

Cabin grade

Available

from $15,650

$1,956 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Cove Residence

Cabin grade

Available

from $17,500

$2,187 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Cove Residence with Whirpool

Cabin grade

Available

from $18,400

$2,300 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Retreat Residence

Cabin grade

Available

from $20,700

$2,587 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Serenity Residence

Cabin grade

Available

from $36,800

$4,600 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Cocoon Residence

Cabin grade

Available

from $41,400

$5,175 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Owner's Residence

Cabin grade

Available

from $101,200

$12,650 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Prices verified Sep 1, 2026

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The journey

8 nights, in order

Tokyo

Day 1 Mar 21, 2028

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EXPLORA III

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EXPLORA III

EXPLORA III is the first LNG-powered ship in our fleet, underscoring our commitment to decarbonising marine operations. This innovation has the potential to reduce well-to-wake greenhouse gas emission by over 80%, significantly lowering our environmental impact. A sanctuary of unparalleled comfort and space, EXPLORA III embodies effortless elegance, evoking the feeling of being aboard a private yacht

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