$7999—17-night all-inc Japan cruise w/ flights & Mt Fuji

In Japan, the past is never far from the present. Centuries-old traditions coexist with modern life. Even everyday experiences can become lasting memories. From a simple bowl of ramen to an exquisitely prepared meal, there's care in the smallest details. That same attention to detail runs through Japan's regional cultures, far beyond the familiar Tokyo–Kyoto trail. This 17-night holiday explores Japan's southern coast, starting with a Tokyo stay and escorted Mount Fuji tour. Then settle aboard Azamara Pursuit for 12 all-inclusive nights. An overnight in Osaka lets you savour its legendary street food after dark. In Hiroshima, ancient myths come to life through an exclusive evening of Kagura dance. The journey ends with a night in Seoul, with flights, hotels, touring and transfers arranged throughout. 

Travelzoo members save up to $1620 per person compared with booking directly through Imagine Cruising. This includes an exclusive $500 member discount. Our research also found that putting this holiday together independently would cost more.

What's included

• Return economy flights from Australia*, arriving in Tokyo and departing Seoul
• 2-night, 4-star stay at the Grand Nikko Tokyo Daiba^
• Full-day escorted Mount Fuji tour
  • Reserved seat on the Bullet Train
  • Mount Fuji Visitor Centre for History and Photography
  • Views over Lake Kawaguchi and Oishi Park with Mount Fuji
• 12-night all-inclusive cruise aboard Azamara Pursuit, from Tokyo to Incheon
  • Ports of call: Shimizu, Osaka (overnight), Kochi, Hiroshima, Kitakyushu, Miyazaki, Kagoshima, Nagasaki and Yeosu (South Korea)
  • Complimentary alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages including house spirits, wine and international beers
  • Pre-paid gratuities and complimentary AzAmazing Evening® event: Traditions of Hiroshima, an Evening of Kagura, Myth & Dance
  • Concierge services for personal guidance and reservations
• 1-night, 4-star stay at the Nine Tree by Parnas Myeongdong II^ in Seoul with breakfast
• Transfers throughout

When

This itinerary departs Australia* on 6 September 2027.

Book by 26 November 2026.

Cabin upgrades

Prices are based on Interior cabins while cruising. Upgrades start at $1000pp:

• +$1000 for an Oceanview cabin
• +$2500 for a Veranda

To find out more, see our partner's website.

Travelzoo tip: Discover another side of Japan this spring on a last-minute 16-night Azamara holiday. Sail the Sea of Japan coast from Kanazawa's samurai heritage to far-north Aomori. Spend a night in Kyoto, enjoy Beppu's hot springs and visit South Korea's Busan. Prices start at $6699pp, which includes an exclusive $400pp, flights, stays, transfers and 14 all-inclusive cruise nights. 

Holiday snapshot

Australia* - Tokyo - Mount Fuji - Shimizu - Osaka - Kochi - Hiroshima - Kitakyushu - Miyazaki - Kagoshima - Nagasaki - Yeosu - Seoul - Australia*

Itinerary highlights

Your journey begins in Tokyo, where you’ll check in to the four-star Grand Nikko Tokyo Daiba overlooking Tokyo Bay. Spend your first evening wandering neon-lit streets, where quiet shrines sit beside soaring skyscrapers.

Today’s full-day escorted tour takes you to Mount Fuji, with a reserved seat on the bullet train. Learn about the mountain at the Mount Fuji Visitor Centre, then, on a clear day, take in views of Fuji across Lake Kawaguchi and from Oishi Park.

Return to Tokyo to board Azamara Pursuit, your boutique home for the next 12 nights. Settle in with a complimentary drink as the ship sets sail along Japan’s Pacific coast.

Your first port of call is Shimizu, a harbour city at the foot of Mount Fuji. On a clear day, the mountain makes a stunning backdrop to the tea fields and coastline.

An overnight stay in Osaka gives you two days to explore Japan’s kitchen. Feast on takoyaki and okonomiyaki in neon-lit Dotonbori, or visit the grand Osaka Castle.

On the island of Shikoku, Kochi is home to one of Japan’s few original feudal castles. Its lively Sunday market and laid-back character offer a glimpse of everyday Japanese life.

In Hiroshima, the Peace Memorial Park and Atomic Bomb Dome are a moving tribute to the city’s past. That evening, an AzAmazing Evening at the Grand Prince Hotel Hiroshima celebrates Kagura, the region’s dramatic festival dance of myth and legend.

At the northern tip of Kyushu, Kitakyushu blends industrial heritage with pretty historic districts. Explore Kokura Castle and its gardens, or stroll the retro waterfront of Mojiko.

Palm-lined beaches and a warm subtropical climate set Miyazaki apart. Nearby, the Aoshima Shrine sits on a tiny island ringed by unusual rock formations known as the Devil’s Washboard.

Smoking Sakurajima volcano looms across the bay from Kagoshima, often called the Naples of the East. Wander the elegant Sengan-en Garden, with its views of the volcano.

Few cities tell a story like Nagasaki, Japan’s historic gateway to the West. Visit the Peace Park, then explore Dejima, Glover Garden and the city’s hillside churches.

Cross to South Korea and the coastal city of Yeosu, famed for its island-dotted bay. Walk the camellia-lined trails of Odongdo Island, linked to the mainland by a long seawall.

After a relaxing final day at sea, disembark at Incheon and transfer to Seoul.

End your journey in Seoul with a night in the buzzing Myeongdong district, famous for street food and shopping. After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight home.