Cruise itinerary
9-Night Asia Cruise from Keelung (Chilung)
9 nights · Asia · 10 ports of call
9-night Asia cruise aboard Le Soléal, departing Keelung (Chilung) and calling at Ishigaki, Miyako Islands, Naha, Okinawa, Motobu, Okinawa, Miyanoura, Yakushima and Kagoshima and 3 more.
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At a glance
- Ship
- Le Soléal
- Cruise line
- PONANT EXPLORATIONS
- Duration
- 9 nights
- Region
- Asia
- Departs
- Keelung (Chilung)
- Returns
- Osaka
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Where this voyage takes you
Day-by-day itinerary
- Day1
Keelung (Chilung)
Depart 18:30
A port city on the northern tip of Taiwan, serving as the sea gateway to Taipei. Known for its hillside harbour and lively night market, it lies near the eroded rock formations of Yehliu and the mountain teahouses of Jiufen.
- Gateway to Taipei
- Yehliu rocks
- Jiufen old street
- Day2
Ishigaki
Arrive 10:00 · Depart 18:00
The main island of Japan's Yaeyama group, far southwest near Taiwan, ringed by coral reefs and white-sand bays. Kabira Bay's turquoise lagoon, manta-ray dive sites and a laid-back subtropical pace set it apart from the mainland.
- Kabira Bay
- Coral reefs
- Manta rays
- Day3
Miyako Islands
Arrive 07:00 · Depart 16:00
- Day4
Naha, Okinawa
Arrive 07:00 · 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
- Day5
Motobu, Okinawa
Depart 14:00
- Day6
Miyanoura, Yakushima
Arrive 13:30 · Depart 19:30
- Day7
Kagoshima
Arrive 07:30 · Depart 15:30
A southern Japanese port on the island of Kyushu, watched over by the smoking Sakurajima volcano across its bay. Hot springs and ash-grey beaches mark the area, often likened to Naples for its volcanic bay setting.
- Sakurajima volcano
- Sengan-en garden
- Hot springs
- Day8
Kochi
Arrive 13:30 · Depart 19:00
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
- Day9
Shingu
Arrive 07:30 · Depart 17:00
- Day10
Osaka
Arrive 06:30
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
Upcoming departures
- 20 Sep 2027
Upcoming sailings of this itinerary — a NestCruise advisor confirms current availability and your fare.
9-Night Asia Cruise from Keelung (Chilung) FAQ
Which ports does this cruise visit?
This 9-night Asia cruise calls at Keelung (Chilung), Ishigaki, Miyako Islands, Naha, Okinawa, Motobu, Okinawa, Miyanoura, Yakushima, Kagoshima, Kochi, Shingu and Osaka.
How many days are spent at sea?
This is a port-intensive itinerary with no full days at sea.
Where does this cruise depart from?
It departs from Keelung (Chilung) and ends in Osaka.
How long is this cruise?
9 nights aboard Le Soléal.
When does this itinerary sail?
Upcoming departures include 20 Sep 2027. A NestCruise advisor can confirm current availability.