Cruise itinerary
8-Night Asia Cruise from Busan
8 nights · Asia · 10 ports of call
8-night Asia cruise aboard Le Soléal, departing Busan and calling at Sakaiminato, Hagi, Crossing the Kanmon Straits, Moji-ku, Kitakyūshū, Beppu, Kyushu Island, Oita and Hiroshima and 3 more.
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At a glance
- Ship
- Le Soléal
- Cruise line
- PONANT EXPLORATIONS
- Duration
- 8 nights
- Region
- Asia
- Departs
- Busan
- Returns
- Osaka
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Where this voyage takes you
Day-by-day itinerary
- Day1
Busan
Depart 23:59
South Korea's largest port city, set where mountains meet the sea on the country's southeast coast. It is known for the seafood halls of Jagalchi Market, the hillside murals of Gamcheon Culture Village and the broad sands of Haeundae Beach.
- Haeundae Beach
- Jagalchi Market
- Gamcheon Village
- Day2
Busan
Depart 17:00
South Korea's largest port city, set where mountains meet the sea on the country's southeast coast. It is known for the seafood halls of Jagalchi Market, the hillside murals of Gamcheon Culture Village and the broad sands of Haeundae Beach.
- Haeundae Beach
- Jagalchi Market
- Gamcheon Village
- Day3
Sakaiminato
Arrive 12:00 · Depart 19:30
A port on the Sea of Japan coast in western Honshu, near the sand dunes of the Tottori region. It serves as a gateway to Matsue and the Izumo-taisha shrine, and is known locally for the cartoonist Mizuki Shigeru and his yokai-themed road.
- Mizuki Shigeru Road
- Matsue Castle
- Sea of Japan crab
- Day4
Hagi
Arrive 08:00 · Depart 21:00
- Day5
Crossing the Kanmon Straits
Moji-ku, Kitakyūshū
Arrive 05:30 · Depart 17:30
- Day6
Beppu, Kyushu Island, Oita
Arrive 08:30 · Depart 20:00
A hot-spring resort on the island of Kyushu in southern Japan, famous for the steam that rises across the town from its many thermal baths. The vividly coloured Hells of Beppu are the signature sight, alongside sand baths and sweeping views over the bay.
- Hells of Beppu
- Hot-spring baths
- Sand baths
- Day7
Hiroshima
Arrive 13:00 · Depart 19:00
A river-delta city on Japan's Seto Inland Sea, rebuilt as a place of remembrance and peace. Its central Peace Memorial Park and preserved A-Bomb Dome mark the 1945 event, while the floating shrine of Miyajima lies just offshore.
- Peace Memorial Park
- A-Bomb Dome
- Miyajima shrine
Itsukushima
Arrive 06:00 · Depart 11:30
- Day8
Tamano
Arrive 06:00 · Depart 22:00
- Day9
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
- 1 May 2027
- 2 Apr 2028
Upcoming sailings of this itinerary — a NestCruise advisor confirms current availability and your fare.
8-Night Asia Cruise from Busan FAQ
Which ports does this cruise visit?
This 8-night Asia cruise calls at Busan, Sakaiminato, Hagi, Crossing the Kanmon Straits, Moji-ku, Kitakyūshū, Beppu, Kyushu Island, Oita, Hiroshima, Itsukushima, Tamano 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 Busan and ends in Osaka.
How long is this cruise?
8 nights aboard Le Soléal.
When does this itinerary sail?
Upcoming departures include 1 May 2027 and 2 Apr 2028. A NestCruise advisor can confirm current availability.