A NEW cruise offering from Smithsonian Journeys and PONANT

Trace the 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: $9,008 Make a Reservation Ask Us A Question or Call 855-330-1542
 Torii Gate near Miyajima
Torii Gate near Miyajima
 Ritsurin Garden, in Takamatsu on Japan's Shikoku Island
Ritsurin Garden, in Takamatsu on Japan's Shikoku Island
 Traditional Japanese tea ceremony
Traditional Japanese tea ceremony
 At a goldleaf workshop
At a goldleaf workshop
 Traditional Udon noodle dish
Traditional Udon noodle dish
 Matsue Castle
Matsue Castle
 Gyeongbokgung Palace in Seoul
Gyeongbokgung Palace in Seoul
 Bulguksa Temple, Gyeongju, South Korea
Bulguksa Temple, Gyeongju, South Korea
 Temple in Gyeongju, South Korea
Temple in Gyeongju, South Korea
 Kokura Castle in Kitakyushu, Japan
Kokura Castle in Kitakyushu, Japan

Treasures of Japan by Sea

Aboard the 264-guest Le Soléal

9 days from $9,008

A NEW cruise offering from Smithsonian Journeys and PONANT

Trace the 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

April 12, 2025 - April 20, 2025
Available

Le Soléal

Le Soléal deck plan image
Superior Stateroom
Price Pre-tour Ext. Post-tour Ext. Occupancy
$9,008 - - Double
$16,978 - - Single
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Deluxe Stateroom
Price Pre-tour Ext. Post-tour Ext. Occupancy
$9,708 - - Double
$17,088 - - Single
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Prestige Stateroom - Deck 4
Price Pre-tour Ext. Post-tour Ext. Occupancy
$10,718 - - Double
$18,948 - - Single
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Deluxe Stateroom - Deck 5
Price Pre-tour Ext. Post-tour Ext. Occupancy
$11,218 - - Double
$19,878 - - Single
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Prestige Deluxe Stateroom - Deck 6
Price Pre-tour Ext. Post-tour Ext. Occupancy
$11,828 - - Double
$20,998 - - Single
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Deluxe Suite
Price Pre-tour Ext. Post-tour Ext. Occupancy
$16,248 - - Double
$29,168 - - Single
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Prestige Suite - Deck 5
Price Pre-tour Ext. Post-tour Ext. Occupancy
$21,768 - - Double
$39,398 - - Single
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Prestige Suite - Deck 6
Price Pre-tour Ext. Post-tour Ext. Occupancy
$22,878 - - Double
$41,438 - - Single
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Owner Suite
Price Pre-tour Ext. Post-tour Ext. Occupancy
$34,578 - - Double
$68,118 - - 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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