Oct 27th - Nov 9th
Holland America Cruise Line
from Tokyo, Japan
The October 27, 2025 cruise on the MS Westerdam departs from Tokyo, Japan. On this 13 Night Japan South Korea & China (Yokohama To Hong Kong) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 14 different cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The MS Westerdam sets sail on Monday, Oct 27th and returns on Sunday, Nov 9th.
MS Westerdam - October 27, 2025 - 13 Nights
Day | Date | Port |
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1 | Oct 27th | Tokyo, Japan |
2 | Oct 28th | Shimizu, Japan |
3 | Oct 29th | Osaka, Japan |
4 | Oct 27th | Osaka, Japan |
5 | Oct 27th | Cruise Kanmon Straits, Japan |
6 | Nov 1st | Fukuoka, Japan |
7 | Nov 2nd | Nagasaki, Japan |
8 | Nov 3rd | Busan (Pusan), South Korea |
9 | Nov 4th | At Sea |
10 | Nov 5th | Shanghai, China |
11 | Oct 27th | Shanghai, China |
12 | Nov 7th | At Sea |
13 | Nov 8th | At Sea |
14 | Nov 9th | Hong Kong |
Holland America Cruise Line
The MS Westerdam was built in 2004 and is amoung Holland America's 22 ships in it's fleet. The MS Westerdam is included in the cruise line's Vista Class class. In the cruise ship stats below you'll find the MS Westerdam vs all other Holland America ships.
Huge department stores brim with shoppers, neon flashes from dusk to dawn, and the entire world pays heed to the slightest fluctuation on the Nikkei Index. From the Imperial Palace and Meiji Shrine to the fabled Ginza district, 21st-century Tokyo is an intriguing composite of East and West. Japanese houses of wood and paper stand in the shadow of towering steel and mortar. Not far away, one of the world's most impressive sights soars 12,388 feet to its snow-clad peak: Mount Fuji, the majestic symbol of Japan.
Shimizu city, a port and fishing center located in Shizuoka Prefecture, exports tea, oranges, and canned food. Shimizu also produces motorcycles, ships, and musical instruments and is home to petroleum and aluminum refineries. Nearby is Miho-no-matsubara, a breakwater famed for its beauty. Located between Tokyo and Osaka, Shimizu is conveniently located for touring central Honshu.
This large, bustling port is the starting point for tours to the ancient cities of Kyoto and Nara, the cultural fountainheads of classical Japan. Kyoto's Imperial Palace and the shogunal Nijo Castle remain glorious symbols of the power the city held for over 1,000 years. But you may wish to stay in Osaka itself for a few days to experience the delightful cuisine, including okinomiyaki (Japanese pancakes), tako yaki (fried octopus balls, and more.
This large, bustling port is the starting point for tours to the ancient cities of Kyoto and Nara, the cultural fountainheads of classical Japan. Kyoto's Imperial Palace and the shogunal Nijo Castle remain glorious symbols of the power the city held for over 1,000 years. But you may wish to stay in Osaka itself for a few days to experience the delightful cuisine, including okinomiyaki (Japanese pancakes), tako yaki (fried octopus balls, and more.
One of Japan's most historic cities, Nagasaki was a major port, trading with the Portuguese and Dutch in the 16th century. On a hill overlooking the bay, beautiful Glover Mansion, the setting of Madame Butterfly, is typical of the fine homes built by wealthy foreign residents. But a famous Chinese temple and numerous fine Korean and Chinese restaurants reveal Nagasaki's ancient ties with Korea and China.
Pusan is South Korea's second largest city and largest port, handling most of the nation's foreign trade. Lying at the head of the Naktong River basin, it has served as a main southern gateway to Korea from Japan. Historic landmarks include the Kyongbok Palace, built in 1394 by the first monarch of the Yi dynasty; the Changdok Palace, containing many valuable relics; and the Toksu Palace, which houses the National Museum and Art Gallery.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Shanghai's reputation as a center of unrestrained commerce and intrigue has drawn adventures since the time of the Opium Wars. Modern Shanghai will surprise you with its sprawling landscape of towering offices, beautifully contrasted by calm lakes and graceful pagodas dating from the 10th century. Take a trip to Wuxi and visit a silk factory, or serene Jichang Gardens.
Shanghai's reputation as a center of unrestrained commerce and intrigue has drawn adventures since the time of the Opium Wars. Modern Shanghai will surprise you with its sprawling landscape of towering offices, beautifully contrasted by calm lakes and graceful pagodas dating from the 10th century. Take a trip to Wuxi and visit a silk factory, or serene Jichang Gardens.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
One of the most popular destinations in Asia, Hong Kong offers a plethora of options: some of the world's best cuisine, first-class entertainment, and of course, shopping! For a more relaxing afternoon, watch the sun set over Victoria Harbour or take a stroll downthe beach, alongside the green mountains and the South China Sea.