Cruise itinerary
8-Night Asia Cruise from Shanghai
8 nights · Asia · 7 ports of call
8-night Asia cruise aboard EXPLORA III, departing Shanghai and calling at At Sea, Miyako Islands, Naha, Okinawa, Naze, Amani Oshima, Nagoya and Tokyo.
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At a glance
- Ship
- EXPLORA III
- Cruise line
- Explora Journeys
- Duration
- 8 nights
- Region
- Asia
- Departs
- Shanghai
- Returns
- Tokyo
How NestCruise works:we're advisor-led, not a booking engine. No fares are listed and there are no booking fees — tell an advisor your dates and party and they price your exact EXPLORA III sailing, typically within 24 hours.
Where this voyage takes you
Day-by-day itinerary
- Day1
Shanghai
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
- Day2
At Sea
- Day3
Miyako Islands
Arrive 09:00 · Depart 18:00
- Day4
Naha, Okinawa
Arrive 08:00
The capital of Okinawa, on the largest island of Japan's southern Ryukyu chain. Once the seat of the Ryukyu Kingdom, it centres on the rebuilt Shuri Castle, the covered Kokusai-dori shopping street and a subtropical culture distinct from mainland Japan.
- Shuri Castle
- Kokusai-dori
- Ryukyu heritage
- Day5
Naha, Okinawa
Depart 18:00
The capital of Okinawa, on the largest island of Japan's southern Ryukyu chain. Once the seat of the Ryukyu Kingdom, it centres on the rebuilt Shuri Castle, the covered Kokusai-dori shopping street and a subtropical culture distinct from mainland Japan.
- Shuri Castle
- Kokusai-dori
- Ryukyu heritage
- Day6
Naze, Amani Oshima
Arrive 09:00 · Depart 18:00
- Day7
At Sea
- Day8
Nagoya
Arrive 08:00 · Depart 17:00
A major industrial port and Japan's fourth-largest city, on Ise Bay in the centre of the main island. Its hilltop castle, the vast Atsuta Shrine and a local cuisine of miso-glazed dishes anchor a city that also serves as a gateway to the mountain town of Takayama.
- Nagoya Castle
- Atsuta Shrine
- miso katsu
- Day9
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
- 25 Jan 2028
Upcoming sailings of this itinerary — a NestCruise advisor confirms current availability and your fare.
8-Night Asia Cruise from Shanghai FAQ
Which ports does this cruise visit?
This 8-night Asia cruise calls at Shanghai, At Sea, Miyako Islands, Naha, Okinawa, Naze, Amani Oshima, Nagoya 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 Shanghai and ends in Tokyo.
How long is this cruise?
8 nights aboard EXPLORA III.
When does this itinerary sail?
Upcoming departures include 25 Jan 2028. A NestCruise advisor can confirm current availability.