Asia
The Eastern Archipelago: Exploring Japan and the Philippines
Two island nations, one extraordinary voyage. Sail through the wild, sun-drenched southwestern reaches of Japan — where the Ryukyu archipelago dissolves into turquoise waters and each island reveals something entirely unexpected — then cross open ocean into the Philippines and explore an ancient, untouched coastline that few expedition ships ever reach. From Hiroshima to Manila, this is Japan and the Philippines at their most remote and most beautiful
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Voyage Overview
Two island nations, one extraordinary voyage. Sail through the wild, sun-drenched southwestern reaches of Japan — where the Ryukyu archipelago dissolves into turquoise waters and each island reveals something entirely unexpected — then cross open ocean into the Philippines and explore an ancient, untouched coastline that few expedition ships ever reach. From Hiroshima to Manila, this is Japan and the Philippines at their most remote and most beautiful
Voyage Highlights
Islands at the Edge of Asia
From colonial Vigan to the stone villages of Batanes and the limestone islets of the Hundred Islands — three utterly different faces of the Philippines in one voyage.
Natural Walks
Enjoy expert-led excursions to historic landmarks, serene temples, and national parks.
The Other Side of Japan
Experience southern Japan at its most contrasting — Sakurajima's active volcano, the sacred stillness of Sakitsu, and the profound quiet of Hiroshima's Peace Park
