A NEW cruise offering from Smithsonian Journeys and PONANT

Trace the northwest coast of Honshu, exploring lesser-known towns and villages that harbor the hallmarks of Japan’s rich culture: from traditional crafts and Japanese gardens to historic castles and shrines.

Starting at: $7,970 Make a Reservation Ask Us A Question or Call 855-330-1542
 Matsue Castle
Matsue Castle
 Adachi Gardens
Adachi Gardens
 Kenrokuen Garden, Kanazawa
Kenrokuen Garden, Kanazawa
 Higashi Chaya District, Kanazawa
Higashi Chaya District, Kanazawa
 Traditional paper making
Traditional paper making
 Traditional Japanese tea ceremony
Traditional Japanese tea ceremony
 At a goldleaf workshop
At a goldleaf workshop
 Traditional Udon noodle dish
Traditional Udon noodle dish
 Taiko drumming
Taiko drumming
 Shirakawa-go village
Shirakawa-go village
 The historic houses of Shirakawa-go
The historic houses of Shirakawa-go
 Five-storied pagoda on Mount Haguro
Five-storied pagoda on Mount Haguro
 Woman at traditional fishing village, Sado Island. Credit: Julien Fabro
Woman at traditional fishing village, Sado Island. Credit: Julien Fabro
 Temple in Gyeongju, South Korea
Temple in Gyeongju, South Korea
 Bulguksa Temple, Gyeongju, South Korea
Bulguksa Temple, Gyeongju, South Korea
 Warrior guardians at the Bulguksa Temple, Gyeongju, South Korea
Warrior guardians at the Bulguksa Temple, Gyeongju, South Korea
 Haedong Yonggungsa Temple, Busan, South Korea
Haedong Yonggungsa Temple, Busan, South Korea
 Large buddha statue at Hongbeopsa Temple, Busan, South Korea
Large buddha statue at Hongbeopsa Temple, Busan, South Korea
 Display at the Jagalchi fish market, Busan, South Korea
Display at the Jagalchi fish market, Busan, South Korea

Cultural and Natural Treasures of Japan by Sea

Aboard the 264-guest Le Soléal

8 days from $7,970

A NEW cruise offering from Smithsonian Journeys and PONANT

Trace the northwest coast of Honshu, exploring lesser-known towns and villages that harbor the hallmarks of Japan’s rich culture: from traditional crafts and Japanese gardens to historic castles and shrines.

or Call 855-330-1542

Dates & Prices

May 21, 2024 - May 28, 2024
Available

Le Soléal

Le Soléal deck plan image
Superior Stateroom
Superior stateroom (226 sq. ft.), deck 3.
Price Pre-tour Ext. Post-tour Ext. Occupancy
$7,970 $2,460 - Double
$14,240 $3,270 - Single
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Deluxe Stateroom
Deluxe stateroom (200 sq. ft.), picture window with door onto private partial wall balcony (43 sq. ft.), deck 3.
Price Pre-tour Ext. Post-tour Ext. Occupancy
$8,520 $2,460 - Double
$14,320 $3,270 - Single
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Prestige Stateroom - Deck 4
Prestige stateroom (200 sq. ft.), sliding glass door opens to private balcony (43 sq. ft.).
Price Pre-tour Ext. Post-tour Ext. Occupancy
$9,320 $2,460 - Double
$15,800 $3,270 - Single
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Prestige Stateroom - Deck 5
Prestige stateroom (200 sq. ft.), sliding glass door opens to private balcony (43 sq. ft.).
Price Pre-tour Ext. Post-tour Ext. Occupancy
$9,710 $2,460 - Double
$16,520 $3,270 - Single
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Prestige Stateroom - Deck 6
Prestige stateroom (200 sq. ft.), sliding glass door opens to private balcony (43 sq. ft.).
Price Pre-tour Ext. Post-tour Ext. Occupancy
$10,190 $2,460 - Double
$17,410 $3,270 - Single
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Deluxe Suite
Deluxe suite (290 sq. ft.), sliding glass door to private balcony (54 sq. ft.), sitting area with daybed. Deck 6.
Price Pre-tour Ext. Post-tour Ext. Occupancy
$13,700 $2,460 - Double
$23,900 $3,270 - Single
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Prestige Suite - Deck 5
Prestige suite (398 sq. ft.), sliding glass door to larger private balcony (86 sq. ft.), two bathrooms, sitting area and sofa convertible to fixed queen.
Price Pre-tour Ext. Post-tour Ext. Occupancy
$18,070 $2,460 - Double
$31,990 $3,270 - Single
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Prestige Suite - Deck 6
Prestige suite (398 sq. ft.), sliding glass door to larger private balcony (86 sq. ft.), two bathrooms, sitting area and sofa convertible to fixed queen.
Price Pre-tour Ext. Post-tour Ext. Occupancy
$18,940 $2,460 - Double
$33,600 $3,270 - Single
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Owner's Suite
Owner's suite, extra large suite (484 sq. ft), sliding glass door to private terrace (97 sq. ft.). Large sitting area with half bath, master bathroom has a separate shower, tub, and double sinks. Deck 6.
Price Pre-tour Ext. Post-tour Ext. Occupancy
$26,540 $2,460 - Double
$51,380 $3,270 - Single
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Price Notes

A deposit of 25% of the cruise price is required to reserve space on a cruise. Deposits are applied toward final payment of the cruise price.

Rates include port taxes and fees. Most shore excursions are included in the rates.

Pre- and post-program options and optional excursions, where applicable, are available at an additional cost.

Prices are based on rates of exchange, airfare & fuel (where applicable), tariffs, taxes, and other costs as of the tour publication date. We reserve the right to correct errors and to increase program prices to cover increased costs, tariffs, and taxes received after prices are published and to reflect currency fluctuations.

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