Azamara Pursuit itinerary map for August 26, 2027
Azamara Pursuit
Azamara Pursuit
August 26, 2027
14 Night Japan Intensive: Tokyo Osaka & Akita

Azamara Pursuit August 26, 2027

The Azamara Pursuit August 26, 2027 cruise departs from Tokyo, Japan. On this 14 Night Japan Intensive: Tokyo Osaka & Akita (Tokyo Roundtrip) sailing, the Azamara Pursuit will visit a total of 12 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Thursday, Aug 26th and returns on Thursday, Sep 9th, 2027.

Cruise Length
14
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Tokyo
Japan
Port Stops
12
Sea Days
1
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Azamara Pursuit · August 26, 2027

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Azamara Pursuit · August 26, 2027

The Azamara Pursuit sails on August 26, 2027 for a 14 Night Japan Intensive: Tokyo Osaka & Akita (Tokyo Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Tokyo, Japan at 7:00 PM and will return to the port of Tokyo, Japan on Sep 9th at 5:30 AM. During the 15-day journey, the Azamara Pursuit will visit 11 additional ports and will spend 1 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

14 Night Japan Intensive: Tokyo Osaka & Akita (Tokyo Roundtrip)

  • AUG26
    Tokyo, Japan
    Tokyo, Japan
    A: — - D: 7:00 PM
  • AUG27
    Shimizu, Japan
    Shimizu, Japan
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 8:00 PM
  • AUG28
    Nagoya, Japan
    Nagoya, Japan
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • AUG29
    Osaka, Japan
    Osaka, Japan
    A: 9:00 AM - D: —
  • AUG26
    Osaka, Japan
    Osaka, Japan
    A: — - D: 6:00 PM
  • AUG31
    Hiroshima, Japan
    Hiroshima, Japan
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 8:00 PM
  • SEP01
    Kitakyushu (moji, Mojiku), Japan
    Kitakyushu (moji, Mojiku), Japan
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 8:00 PM
  • SEP02
    Busan (Pusan), South Korea
    Busan (Pusan), South Korea
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 10:00 PM
  • SEP03
    Sakaiminato, Japan
    Sakaiminato, Japan
    A: 1:30 PM - D: 8:00 PM
  • SEP04
    Kanazawa, Japan
    Kanazawa, Japan
    A: 9:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • SEP05
    Niigata, Honshu, Japan
    Niigata, Honshu, Japan
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • SEP06
    Akita, Japan
    Akita, Japan
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • SEP07
    Aomori, Japan
    Aomori, Japan
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • SEP08
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • SEP09
    Tokyo, Japan
    Tokyo, Japan
    A: 5:30 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

August 26, 2027 · 14 Night Japan Intensive: Tokyo Osaka & Akita (Tokyo Roundtrip)

Tokyo, Japan
Day 1•Thursday, Aug 26

Tokyo, Japan

Arrival: —•Departure: 7:00 PM

Tolanaro (Fort Dauphin), Madagascar, offers docking at Tolanaro Port. Travelers explore Nahampoana Reserve and Libanona Beach. Excursions include lemur-watching at Berenty Reserve. Local markets sell zebu curry. The peak season, May to October, brings dry weather for coastal tours. Photography captures rainforests and Indian Ocean vistas. Dining onboard includes romazava, a Malagasy favorite. Souvenirs, like raffia crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Tsitongambarika history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance reserve walks. Tolanaro’s natural allure offers a vibrant Malagasy stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of unique wildlife and scenic beaches, making Tolanaro an engaging destination for exploration.

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Shimizu, Japan
Day 2•Friday, Aug 27

Shimizu, Japan

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 8:00 PM

Shimizu, Japan, offers docking at Shimizu Port. Travelers explore Mount Fuji viewpoints and Nihondaira’s tea gardens. Excursions visit Shizuoka’s Toro Ruins. Local markets sell wasabi. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Fuji’s slopes and Suruga Bay vistas. Dining onboard includes unagi, a Japanese favorite. Souvenirs, like tea crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Shizuoka history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance garden walks. Shimizu’s scenic charm offers a vibrant Japanese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural beauty and cultural heritage, making Shimizu an engaging destination for exploring Japan’s Fuji region.

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Nagoya, Japan
Day 3•Saturday, Aug 28

Nagoya, Japan

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Nagoya, Japan, provides docking at Nagoya Port. Travelers explore Nagoya Castle and Atsuta Shrine. Excursions visit Toyota’s factory museum for automotive history. Local markets sell kishimen noodles. The peak season, March to May, brings cherry blossoms and mild weather. Photography captures samurai castles and urban skylines. Dining onboard includes hitsumabushi, a Nagoya eel dish. Souvenirs, like noren curtains, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Aichi’s industrial history. Light layers suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance castle walks. Nagoya’s blend of history and modernity offers a vibrant Japanese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of samurai heritage, spiritual sites, and industrial innovation, making Nagoya an engaging destination for exploring Japan’s cultural and technological richness in the Chubu region.

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Osaka, Japan
Day 4•Sunday, Aug 29

Osaka, Japan

Arrival: 9:00 AM•Departure: —

Osaka, Japan, provides docking at Osaka Port. Travelers explore Osaka Castle and Dotonbori’s vibrant food scene. Excursions visit Kyoto’s Kinkaku-ji Temple. Local markets sell takoyaki. The peak season, March to May, brings cherry blossoms and mild weather. Photography captures samurai castles and neon-lit canals. Dining onboard includes okonomiyaki, an Osaka favorite. Souvenirs, like tenugui cloths, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Kansai history. Light layers suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Osaka’s dynamic urban culture offers a vibrant Japanese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks, culinary delights, and modern energy, making Osaka an engaging destination for exploring Japan’s Kansai region and cultural heritage.

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Osaka, Japan
Day 5•Monday, Aug 30

Osaka, Japan

Arrival: —•Departure: 6:00 PM

Osaka, Japan, provides docking at Osaka Port. Travelers explore Osaka Castle and Dotonbori’s vibrant food scene. Excursions visit Kyoto’s Kinkaku-ji Temple. Local markets sell takoyaki. The peak season, March to May, brings cherry blossoms and mild weather. Photography captures samurai castles and neon-lit canals. Dining onboard includes okonomiyaki, an Osaka favorite. Souvenirs, like tenugui cloths, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Kansai history. Light layers suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Osaka’s dynamic urban culture offers a vibrant Japanese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks, culinary delights, and modern energy, making Osaka an engaging destination for exploring Japan’s Kansai region and cultural heritage.

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Hiroshima, Japan
Day 6•Tuesday, Aug 31

Hiroshima, Japan

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 8:00 PM

Hiroshima, Japan, has docking at Hiroshima Port. Travelers explore Peace Memorial Park and Atomic Bomb Dome. Excursions visit Miyajima’s floating Itsukushima Shrine. Local markets sell okonomiyaki. The peak season, March to May, brings cherry blossoms. Photography captures historic sites and island shrines. Dining onboard includes Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki. Souvenirs, like peace cranes, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover WWII history. Light layers suit the temperate climate. Comfortable shoes enhance park walks. Hiroshima’s poignant history offers a profound Japanese stop, blending peace advocacy with cultural heritage.

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Kitakyushu (moji, Mojiku), Japan
Day 7•Wednesday, Sep 1

Kitakyushu (moji, Mojiku), Japan

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 8:00 PM

Kitakyushu, Japan, has docking at Moji Port. Travelers explore Kokura Castle and retro Mojiko district. Excursions visit Hiraodai’s limestone plateaus. Local markets sell yaki-udon. The peak season, March to May, brings mild weather. Photography captures samurai castles and port views. Dining onboard includes tonkotsu ramen, a local favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Kyushu’s history. Light layers suit the temperate climate. Comfortable shoes enhance castle tours. Kitakyushu’s historic charm offers a serene Japanese stop, blending samurai heritage with coastal allure.

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Busan (Pusan), South Korea
Day 8•Thursday, Sep 2

Busan (Pusan), South Korea

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 10:00 PM

Busan, South Korea, in the southeast, sits on the Korea Strait, facing the Sea of Japan. The port is near Jagalchi Fish Market, where fresh seafood is sold daily. Haeundae Beach offers urban waterfront access, while Beomeosa Temple, in the forested hills, provides cultural history. The Gamcheon Culture Village, with colorful houses, draws visitors for its art and narrow alleys. Busan’s port history as a trading hub is evident in its maritime museum. The nearby Nakdong River Estuary is a birdwatching site, and the city’s coastal cliffs offer walking trails with ocean views.

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Sakaiminato, Japan
Day 9•Friday, Sep 3

Sakaiminato, Japan

Arrival: 1:30 PM•Departure: 8:00 PM

Sakaiminato, Japan, offers docking at Sakaiminato Port. Travelers explore Mizuki Shigeru’s yokai museum and Tottori Sand Dunes. Excursions visit Matsue Castle. Local markets sell kani sushi. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures manga art and Sea of Japan vistas. Dining onboard includes dashi broth, a Japanese favorite. Souvenirs, like yokai crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Tottori history. Light layers suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance dune walks. Sakaiminato’s quirky charm offers a vibrant Japanese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of cultural museums, scenic dunes, and coastal heritage, making Sakaiminato an engaging destination for exploration.

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Kanazawa, Japan
Day 10•Saturday, Sep 4

Kanazawa, Japan

Arrival: 9:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Kanazawa, Japan, has docking at Kanazawa Port. Travelers explore Kenrokuen Garden’s serene landscapes. Excursions visit Higashi Chaya’s geisha district. Local markets sell kaga yuzen silk. The peak season, March to May, brings cherry blossoms. Photography captures gardens and traditional teahouses. Dining onboard includes kaga ryori, a local cuisine. Souvenirs, like gold leaf crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover samurai history. Light layers suit the temperate climate. Comfortable shoes enhance garden walks. Kanazawa’s cultural elegance offers a refined Japanese stop, blending heritage with scenic beauty.

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Niigata, Honshu, Japan
Day 11•Sunday, Sep 5

Niigata, Honshu, Japan

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 7:00 PM

Niigata, Honshu, Japan, offers docking at Niigata Port. Travelers explore the Northern Culture Museum and Sado Island’s gold mines. Excursions visit Yahiko Shrine’s scenic trails. Local markets sell koshihikari rice. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for sightseeing. Photography captures traditional estates and Sea of Japan views. Dining onboard includes hegisoba, a Niigata noodle dish. Souvenirs, like sake bottles, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Niigata’s rice history. Light layers suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance shrine walks. Niigata’s cultural and coastal charm offers a serene Japanese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic sites, scenic landscapes, and culinary traditions, making Niigata an engaging destination for exploring Japan’s Honshu heritage.

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Akita, Japan
Day 12•Monday, Sep 6

Akita, Japan

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Akita, Japan, accommodates cruise ships at its Northern Port terminal, 5 kilometers from downtown, with shuttles or taxis providing 15-minute transfers. The facility includes restrooms, a cafe, and tourist information. Travelers access the Akita City Museum of Art, showcasing Tadao Ando's architecture with a reflecting pool and works by Tsuguharu Foujita. Senshu Park, adjacent to the station, features the Akita Hachiman Shrine from 1694 and cherry blossoms in April. Kakunodate, 1 hour by train, explores preserved samurai residences with black lacquer walls and gardens. Lake Tazawa, 45 minutes west, offers boat rides on Japan's deepest crater lake, surrounded by beech forests. Local markets sell kiritanpo (rice sticks) and sake tastings. Peak visits October to April; trains cost 500-1000 yen. Dining includes inaniwa udon noodles at harbor eateries. Souvenirs feature Akita dog figurines.

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Aomori, Japan
Day 13•Tuesday, Sep 7

Aomori, Japan

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Aomori, Japan, docks at Aomori Port, 2 kilometers from downtown, with shuttles or taxis for 10-minute transfers. The city, population 280,000, features the Nebuta Museum, showcasing colorful floats from the August Nebuta Festival. Travelers visit Sannai-Maruyama, a 5-minute drive, for Jomon-era village reconstructions from 3900 BC. Hirosaki Castle, 45 minutes by train, offers cherry blossoms in April. Local markets sell apples and sake. Excursions to Lake Towada, 90 minutes south, include boat rides through volcanic scenery. Peak season April to October; taxis 800-1200 JPY. Dining features scallop miso soup at harbor cafes. Souvenirs include kokeshi dolls.

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At Sea
Day 14•Wednesday, Sep 8

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Tokyo, Japan
Day 15•Thursday, Sep 9

Tokyo, Japan

Arrival: 5:30 AM•Departure: —

Tolanaro (Fort Dauphin), Madagascar, offers docking at Tolanaro Port. Travelers explore Nahampoana Reserve and Libanona Beach. Excursions include lemur-watching at Berenty Reserve. Local markets sell zebu curry. The peak season, May to October, brings dry weather for coastal tours. Photography captures rainforests and Indian Ocean vistas. Dining onboard includes romazava, a Malagasy favorite. Souvenirs, like raffia crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Tsitongambarika history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance reserve walks. Tolanaro’s natural allure offers a vibrant Malagasy stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of unique wildlife and scenic beaches, making Tolanaro an engaging destination for exploration.

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Weather Forecast

Azamara Pursuit - August 26, 2027 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Tokyo, Japan

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August

Typical Weather

98°F

Average High

64°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.17in

Daily average

5.3 in monthly total

Shore Excursions

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Itinerary Safety Score

Based on comprehensive research of cruise port safety information, including recent crime reports, travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and specific port security concerns, we've created a "safety score" for each cruise port stop. The overall rating below represents a combined score for your specific cruise itinerary.

Itinerary Safety Rank
89 / 100
safer than 89% of all cruises
89
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/ 10
Tokyo, Japan
Tokyo
Tokyo is exceptionally safe for cruise travelers, featuring low crime rates and strong security measures despite urban traffic challenges.
9
/ 10
Shimizu, Japan
Shimizu
Shimizu, Japan, offers a safe environment for travelers with low crime rates and well-maintained facilities, ensuring a secure visit.
9
/ 10
Nagoya, Japan
Nagoya
Nagoya is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates, a strong police presence, and effective crowd and traffic management.
9
/ 10
Osaka, Japan
Osaka
Osaka is a safe destination for cruise travelers, featuring low crime rates and a strong police presence in tourist areas.
9
/ 10
Hiroshima, Japan
Hiroshima
Hiroshima is a safe destination for cruise travelers, with low crime rates and a focus on public safety and traffic regulations.
9
/ 10
Kitakyushu (moji, Mojiku), Japan
Kitakyushu
Kitakyushu is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates and strong hospitality, allowing travelers to explore confidently.
9
/ 10
Busan (Pusan), South Korea
Busan
Busan is a safe destination for travelers, with low crime rates and a strong police presence, though caution is advised in crowded areas.
9
/ 10
Sakaiminato, Japan
Sakaiminato
Sakaiminato, Japan, is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates and minimal risk for tourists, ensuring a secure experience.
9
/ 10
Kanazawa, Japan
Kanazawa
Kanazawa offers a safe environment for cruise travelers, featuring low crime rates and a welcoming community for an enjoyable visit.
8
/ 10
Niigata, Honshu, Japan
Niigata
Niigata is a safe cruise destination with a low crime rate, allowing travelers to explore the area confidently and enjoy local attractions.
9
/ 10
Akita, Japan
Akita
Akita, Japan, offers a safe environment for cruise travelers, with low crime rates and excellent public safety standards.
9
/ 10
Aomori, Japan
Aomori
Aomori offers a safe environment for travelers, featuring low crime rates and efficient tourist facilities for a secure experience.

Cruise Ship

Azamara Pursuit

⚓ Tonnage

30,280

vs avg 30,280

🛠️ Year Built

2,001

vs avg 2,000

📏 Length (ft)

—

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👥 Passenger Count

710

vs avg 710

The Pursuit has a construction date of 2001 and a total size of 30,280 gross tons. The ship measures — feet in length. Azamara Pursuit is included in Azamara’s R class. At full capacity, the Azamara Pursuit holds 710 passengers. That includes 710 cruise vacationers and — staff members. The Pursuit total number of staterooms is 0.

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Itinerary FAQ

How many nights is the Azamara Pursuit sailing on August 26, 2027?

This is a 14-night cruise itinerary departing from Tokyo, Japan.

What ports does the Azamara Pursuit visit on the August 26, 2027 cruise?

This route includes tokyo-japan, shimizu-japan, nagoya-japan, osaka-japan, hiroshima-japan, kitakyushu-moji-mojiku-japan, busan-south-korea, sakaiminato-japan, kanazawa-japan, niigata-honshu-japan, akita-japan, aomori-japan.

How many sea days are included on this Azamara Pursuit August 26, 2027 itinerary?

This itinerary includes 1 sea day.

Who is the cruise director for the Azamara Pursuit sailing on August 26, 2027?

Cruise director assignment data is not currently available for this sail date.

How is the itinerary safety score calculated for this cruise?

The itinerary safety score combines port-level safety indicators such as travel advisories, local risk signals, and historical context into a single overall score for this specific route.

Can I track price drops for this Azamara Pursuit itinerary?

Yes — use the price tracking opt-in on this page to get updates when cabin prices change for this sailing.