Coastal Cruise
16 day Japan & South Korea Cruise
Spring Gardens, Culture and History of Japan & South Korea by Small Ship
Take hold of this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to cruise the islands of Japan. Embark the MS Island Sky, enjoying an 11-night voyage, stopping in at celebrated cities, as well as remote, lesser-known regions. Admire the world-renowned Kenroku-en and Koraku-en gardens. Walk beneath an extensive canopy of dazzling purple wisteria at Ashikaga Flower Park. And explore the South Korean city of Ulsan and Jeju Island.
This journey departs:
14 April 2026
Highlights
The following highlights provide an overview of some of the captivating encounters awaiting you on tour.
Cruise Aboard MS Island Sky
Enjoy an 11-night small ship cruise from Osaka to Kanazawa. Reach the island of Miyajima aboard our ship’s Zodiacs.
Admire Japan’s Strolling Gardens
See two of Japan’s top gardens, Kenroku-en and Koraku-en, as well as the beautiful ponds and pavilions of Ritsurin Park.
South Korea’s Nature and Culture
Visit Jeju Island and embrace its natural beauty while learning about South Korean traditions, art and industry.
Inclusions
Seen below are your tour’s inclusions. They ensure you’re free to enjoy each day’s discoveries without worry or distraction.
All sightseeing, shore excursions and entrance fees as per the itinerary
Escorted by expert Botanical Guides and a Cruise Director
11-night cruise aboard MS Island Sky, taking up to 100 guests, and four nights’ accommodation in centrally located four- to five-star hotels
Return private transfers from door to door, tipping and porterage, port taxes, plus 43 meals and select beverages
See Japan during spring and explore iconic gardens in full spring bloom, such as Kawachi Wisteria Garden* and Yushi-en garden
Learn about Japanese culture and see a maiko (apprentice geisha) performance and dinner
See the iconic sights of Japan, including Miyajima Island, where you will see one of Japan’s top scenic wonders, the scarlet torii gate, which appears to float
Discover famous Japanese gardens, including Arashiyama Bamboo Grove; as well as Kenroku-en Garden, located next to Kanazawa Castle and classified as one of the ‘Three Great Gardens of Japan’
Itinerary
Trip Notes
Itinerary and inclusions are subject to change
Fitness rating: Medium
Private charter for up to 100 guests aboard the small ship MS Island Sky
Our experience of gardens, their flora, and other aspects of nature, is subject to weather conditions and seasonality, which may vary
*Kawachi Wisteria Garden is subject to confirmation