Cruise itinerary
9-Night Asia Cruise from Hong Kong
9 nights · Asia · 8 ports of call
9-night Asia cruise aboard EXPLORA III, departing Hong Kong and calling at At Sea, Shanghai, Shimonoseki, Kochi, Osaka and Toba and 1 more.
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At a glance
- Ship
- EXPLORA III
- Cruise line
- Explora Journeys
- Duration
- 9 nights
- Region
- Asia
- Departs
- Hong Kong
- Returns
- Tokyo
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Where this voyage takes you
Day-by-day itinerary
- Day1
Hong Kong
Depart 17:00
A dense vertical city where Victoria Harbour separates Hong Kong Island from Kowloon. The Star Ferry crosses between them, the Peak Tram climbs to skyline views, and street markets, dim sum houses and temples fill the districts in between.
- Victoria Peak
- Star Ferry
- Temple Street market
- Day2
At Sea
- Day3
Shanghai
Arrive 19:00 · Depart 22:00
China's largest city and busiest port, rising on the Huangpu River. The colonial-era Bund faces the futuristic towers of Pudong across the water, with classical gardens and tea houses tucked into the older lanes.
- The Bund
- Pudong skyline
- Yu Garden
- Day4
Shanghai
Arrive 08:00 · Depart 18:00
China's largest city and busiest port, rising on the Huangpu River. The colonial-era Bund faces the futuristic towers of Pudong across the water, with classical gardens and tea houses tucked into the older lanes.
- The Bund
- Pudong skyline
- Yu Garden
- Day5
At Sea
- Day6
Shimonoseki
Arrive 08:00 · Depart 17:00
- Day7
Kochi
Arrive 08:00 · Depart 18:00
A port city on the island of Shikoku in southwestern Japan, set where the Kako River meets the Seto Inland Sea. Himeji's brilliant white hilltop castle, one of the country's finest, lies within easy reach to the west.
- Himeji Castle
- Seto Inland Sea
- Shikoku island
- Day8
Osaka
Arrive 08:00 · Depart 18:00
A major port and Japan's historic merchant city, set on the bay in the Kansai region. Famous for its street food and a moated castle, it serves as the gateway to the temples and deer park of nearby Nara and old Kyoto.
- Osaka Castle
- Dotonbori
- Street food
- Day9
Toba
Arrive 09:00 · Depart 17:00
- Day10
Tokyo
Arrive 08:00
Japan's vast capital on Tokyo Bay, a frequent turnaround for Asian and Pacific cruises. From the harbour, the city offers the temples of Asakusa, the crossing at Shibuya and the imperial palace grounds amid one of the world's largest metropolises.
- Senso-ji Temple
- Shibuya Crossing
- Imperial Palace
Upcoming departures
- 12 Mar 2028
Upcoming sailings of this itinerary — a NestCruise advisor confirms current availability and your fare.
9-Night Asia Cruise from Hong Kong FAQ
Which ports does this cruise visit?
This 9-night Asia cruise calls at Hong Kong, At Sea, Shanghai, Shimonoseki, Kochi, Osaka, Toba and Tokyo.
How many days are spent at sea?
2 days are spent at sea; the rest are in port.
Where does this cruise depart from?
It departs from Hong Kong and ends in Tokyo.
How long is this cruise?
9 nights aboard EXPLORA III.
When does this itinerary sail?
Upcoming departures include 12 Mar 2028. A NestCruise advisor can confirm current availability.