Validity Dates |
28 Nov 2023 to 28 Sep 2024 |
Start Price |
AU $14,280 per person
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Cruise |
Coral Geographer, Through Japan's Ryukyu Islands ex Fukuoka to Keelung |
Cruise Line |
Coral Expeditions |
Ship |
Coral Geographer |
Destination |
Asia |
Brief Description |
Cruise 16 nights with Coral Expeditions on a small ship expedition through Japan`s Ryukyu Islands. |
Type of Special |
17 day Cruise Only |
Departure Date |
05 Oct 2024 |
Inclusions |
Discover Japan`s Ryukyu Islands on a journey rich with insights into the nature, culture and communities of these unexplored outposts. Set sail from Fukuoka and begin your journey in Nagasaki to learn of the region`s wartime history, study internationally influenced architecture and explore traditional shrines and temples. Venture deep into the remote Okinawan Islands to encounter lifestyles of those who make their living by the sea, including at the fishing village of the Suwanosejima. Learn of ancient mythical legends tied to Okinoerabujima and discover the pristine marine ecosystems of the Kerama Islands. Walk amongst towering cedars in the ancient woodland of Yakujima, kayak through the undeveloped forested scenery of Iriomote Island and look on in awe of the strombolian eruption of passing volcanic landscapes. Bear witness to traditional island lifestyles as you make your way through a region seldom visited by Western travellers.
Highlights:
- Be among the few overseas tourists to set foot on the remote Ryukyu Islands and learn about the culture and tradition of these coastal communities
- Walk through UNESCO listed thousand-year-old cedar forests and view a 25m tall giant cedar tree estimated to be up to 7,200 years old
- At Naha, Okinawa, watch glassmaking in the traditional Ryukyu style and witness the 600-year-old practice of Hanhaui textile weaving
- Swim, snorkel, kayak and dive to explore Japan`s diverse underwater ecosystems including at the pristine Kerama Island Group
- Venture into Okinoerabujima`s limestone caves to be surrounded by twinkling stalactites and stalagmites
- Encounter rare endemic wildlife including the Ludith`s Jay and Amami black rabbit at Amami Oshima
- Learn of Ryukyu culture and history and hear songs played on the traditional Sanshin instrument
- Enjoy an after dark stargaze from the Astronomical observation tower on Hateruma Island
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DISCOUNTS, AVAILABILITY & SOLO OFFERS:
These fares are based on full brochure fare. Please note that the prices shown here are not shown in real time availability or pricing. Please check with your consultant at time of enquiry if your preferred cabin type is available and for your best offer!
Single Occupancy Fares: Coral Expeditions have allocated several staterooms for solo travellers. Coral Adventurer and Coral Geographer have two staterooms allocated in each of the Explorer Deck, Promenade Deck and Coral Deck categories. Coral Discoverer has two staterooms allocated in the Promenade Deck Category B. These fares are subject to a sole-supplement.
No Sole Supplement Offers: Occasionally Coral Expeditions run special offers on select voyages so you can enjoy a room to yourself at the twin share rate. For these offers they open additional staterooms beyond the ones allocated for solo travellers. These offers are subject to availability.
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Through Japan`s Ryukyu Islands - Cruise only package includes:
- 16 night cruise aboard Coral Geographer from Fukuoka to Keelung
- All meals onboard, chef-prepared
- Captain`s welcome and farewell events, and open bridge access
- Selected wines, selected beers and house spirits, juices, and soft drinks served with lunch and dinner
- 24-hour barista-style coffee and tea station
- All excursions with our Expedition Team
- Use of Xplorer and Zodiacs
- Snorkelling & SCUBA equipment (SCUBA diving at an additional cost)
- Daily lectures and briefings with Guest Lecturers
- All entrance fees to National Parks, ports, traditional owner fees and charges imposed by governing authorities
- Tips and gratuities
- Use of all onboard facilities, incl. a reference library
- Your expedition photos captured during the voyage
- Wifi Access – Standard speed connectivity enabling email, social image sharing, web browsing and messaging
NOT INCLUDED:
- Pre-cruise transfers
- Alcoholic drinks outside of lunch and dinner service
- Premium Internet services
- Laundry service (available at a cost)
- Items of a personal nature such souvenir purchases
- Optional extras in some destinations
Note: This itinerary is an indication of the destinations visited and activities on offer. Throughout the expedition changes may be made to the itinerary as necessary to maximise your expeditionary experience. Allowances may be made for seasonal variations, weather, tidal conditions, and any other event that may affect the operation of the vessel. Coral Expeditions suggests that you do not arrive on the day of embarkation or depart on the day of disembarkation due to any changes that may occur in scheduling. |
Special Conditions |
*Conditions Apply: All prices shown here are per person share twin (unless stated as single) in AUD, based on best available cruise fare at time of publication (22Nov23). Some cabins may have obstructed views. All airfares/taxes are due in full 24 hours from reservation and strict cancellation/change fees apply. Selected routing and airlines apply to package offers - any variances requested by guest will incur surcharges. Cruise deposit, amendment and cancellation conditions apply. Travel agent service fees may apply. Special conditions apply - please ask for full details at time of enquiry. All passports, vaccinations and visas are the responsibility of the travelling guest to secure prior to departure from Australia. Please note that the prices shown here are not shown in real time. While we endeavour to keep our pricing as up-to-date as possible, the advertised prices shown here may differ from the prices in our booking system at time of reservation. Transfers only included if guests are arriving/departing by air at specific airports on exact package dates. Offer subject to availability at time of booking. We reserve the right to correct errors without penalty. |
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Prices |
Category |
Twin Per Person |
Single Per Person |
Coral Deck Stateroom |
AU $14,280 |
Request Price |
Promenade Deck Stateroom |
AU $17,140 |
Request Price |
Explorer Deck Balcony Stateroom |
AU $22,840 |
Request Price |
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Itinerary |
Cruise Itinerary
Day | Date | Activity | Arrive | Depart |
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05/10 |
Fukuoka, Japan |
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06/10 |
Nagasaki, Japan |
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3 |
07/10 |
Koshikijima Islands, Japan |
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4 |
08/10 |
Kagoshima, Japan |
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5 |
09/10 |
Yakushima, Japan |
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6 |
10/10 |
Suwanosejima, Japan |
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7 |
11/10 |
Amami Oshima (Naze), Japan |
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8 |
12/10 |
Okinoerabujima, Japan |
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9 |
13/10 |
Yoronjima, Japan |
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10 |
14/10 |
Okinawa (Naha), Japan |
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11 |
15/10 |
Zamami, Japan |
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12 |
16/10 |
Kumejima, Japan |
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13 |
17/10 |
Miyako Island (Miyakojima), Japan |
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14 |
18/10 |
Ishigaki, Japan |
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15 |
19/10 |
Iriomote Island, Ryukyu Islands |
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16 |
20/10 |
Yonaguni, Japan |
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17 |
21/10 |
Keelung, Taiwan |
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All itineraries and ports of call at the discretion of the cruise line subject to local weather conditions and may change without notice.
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