Diamond Princess itinerary map for March 6, 2026 (11 nights)
Diamond Princess itinerary map for March 6, 2026 (11 nights)
11 nights · 10 ports
Round-trip · Yokohama, Japan
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March 6, 2026

11-Night Japan Explorer aboard Diamond Princess · Departing March 6, 2026 from the Port of Yokohama, Japan.

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This 11-night cruise aboard the Diamond Princess departs from Yokohama (tokyo), Japan on Friday, March 6, 2026 and returns on Tuesday, Mar 17th. March weather across this route averages 71°/30°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 9.0 out of 10, averaged across 10 ports.

Cruise Length
11
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Yokohama
Japan
Port Stops
10
Sea Days
2

Cruise Price - Diamond Princess March 6, 2026

Diamond Princess · March 6, 2026

The graph below tracks historic price of the Diamond Princess cruise ship departing March 6, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,769 ($161 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $2,258 ($206 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 22%.

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Inside
$1,769
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Oceanview
$1,944
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Balcony
$2,609
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Suite
$3,755

Price History – Diamond Princess March 6, 2026

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Diamond Princess
March 6, 2026
$1,769
22% vs avg: $2,258

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Cruise Itinerary Map - 11 Night Japan Explorer (Yokohama Roundtrip)

Diamond Princess · March 6, 2026

The Diamond Princess sails on March 6, 2026 for a 11 Night Japan Explorer (Yokohama Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Yokohama (tokyo), Japan at 2:00 PM and will return to the port of Yokohama (tokyo), Japan on Mar 17th at 6:30 AM. During the 13-day journey, the Diamond Princess will visit 9 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

11 Night Japan Explorer (Yokohama Roundtrip)

  • MAR06
    Yokohama (tokyo), Japan
    Yokohama (tokyo), Japan
    A: — - D: 2:00 PM
  • MAR07
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAR08
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAR09
    Hiroshima, Japan
    Hiroshima, Japan
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • MAR10
    Shimonoseki, Japan
    Shimonoseki, Japan
    A: 9:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • MAR10
    Cruise Kanmon Straits, Japan
    Cruise Kanmon Straits, Japan
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 8:00 AM
  • MAR11
    Busan (Pusan), South Korea
    Busan (Pusan), South Korea
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • MAR12
    Nagasaki, Japan
    Nagasaki, Japan
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • MAR13
    Kagoshima, Japan
    Kagoshima, Japan
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • MAR14
    Kochi, Japan
    Kochi, Japan
    A: 10:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • MAR15
    Kobe (kyoto), Japan
    Kobe (kyoto), Japan
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • MAR16
    Shimizu, Japan
    Shimizu, Japan
    A: 1:00 PM - D: 7:00 PM
  • MAR17
    Yokohama (tokyo), Japan
    Yokohama (tokyo), Japan
    A: 6:30 AM - D: —
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Diamond Princess Cruise Ports

March 6, 2026 · 11 Night Japan Explorer (Yokohama Roundtrip)

Yokohama (tokyo), Japan — Day 1 of Diamond Princess March 6, 2026 cruise
Day 1•Friday, Mar 6

Yokohama (tokyo), Japan

Arrival: —•Departure: 2:00 PM

Yokohama (Tokyo), Japan, offers docking at Yokohama Port with excursions to Tokyo. Travelers explore Senso-ji Temple and Shibuya Crossing. Excursions visit Kamakura’s Great Buddha. Local markets sell yakitori. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures neon streets and Tokyo Bay vistas. Dining onboard includes sushi, a Japanese favorite. Souvenirs, like ukiyo-e prints, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Edo history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Yokohama’s urban gateway offers a vibrant Japanese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic temples and modern cityscapes, making Yokohama an engaging destination.

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Day 2 at sea — Diamond Princess March 6, 2026 itinerary
Day 2•Saturday, Mar 7

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Diamond Princess — featuring Sabatinis, Fitness Center, Club Fusion & Photo Gallery.

Day 3 at sea — Diamond Princess March 6, 2026 itinerary
Day 3•Sunday, Mar 8

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Diamond Princess — featuring Sabatinis, Fitness Center, Club Fusion & Photo Gallery.

Hiroshima, Japan — Day 4 of Diamond Princess March 6, 2026 cruise
Day 4•Monday, Mar 9

Hiroshima, Japan

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 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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Shimonoseki, Japan — Day 5 of Diamond Princess March 6, 2026 cruise
Day 5•Tuesday, Mar 10

Shimonoseki, Japan

Arrival: 9:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Shimonoseki, Japan, offers docking at Shimonoseki Port. Travelers explore Akama Shrine and Kanmon Bridge. Excursions visit Hagi’s samurai district. Local markets sell fugu sashimi. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures historic shrines and Kanmon Strait vistas. Dining onboard includes kaisendon, a Japanese favorite. Souvenirs, like pottery crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Yamaguchi history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance shrine walks. Shimonoseki’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Japanese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic sites and scenic straits, making Shimonoseki an engaging destination for exploring Japan’s western coast.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Cruise Kanmon Straits, Japan — Day 5 of Diamond Princess March 6, 2026 cruise
Day 5•Tuesday, Mar 10

Cruise Kanmon Straits, Japan

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 8:00 AM

Kanmon Straits, Japan, no docking; ships transit the narrow strait. Travelers spot fishing boats. Lectures cover WWII history. No facilities; provisions from ship. Peak season April to October; tides affect. Photography captures Shimonoseki bridges. Dining onboard includes fugu. Souvenirs, like strait postcards, in ship shops. Briefings on navigation. The straits connect Honshu and Kyushu efficiently.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Busan (Pusan), South Korea — Day 6 of Diamond Princess March 6, 2026 cruise
Day 6•Wednesday, Mar 11

Busan (Pusan), South Korea

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Nagasaki, Japan — Day 7 of Diamond Princess March 6, 2026 cruise
Day 7•Thursday, Mar 12

Nagasaki, Japan

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Nagasaki, Japan, offers docking at Nagasaki Port. Travelers explore the Peace Park and Atomic Bomb Museum. Excursions visit Glover Garden’s colonial mansions. Local markets sell champon noodles. The peak season, March to May, brings cherry blossoms and mild weather. Photography captures historic sites and Dejima Island views. Dining onboard includes sara udon, a Nagasaki dish. Souvenirs, like castella cakes, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Nagasaki’s WWII history. Light layers suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance park walks. Nagasaki’s blend of history and resilience offers a poignant Japanese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of somber memorials, colonial heritage, and scenic harbors, making Nagasaki an engaging destination for exploring Japan’s cultural and historical depth on Kyushu Island.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Kagoshima, Japan — Day 8 of Diamond Princess March 6, 2026 cruise
Day 8•Friday, Mar 13

Kagoshima, Japan

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Kagoshima, Japan, has docking at Kagoshima Port. Travelers explore Sakurajima volcano’s active trails. Excursions visit Sengan-en Garden’s historic grounds. Local markets sell shochu. The peak season, March to May, brings cherry blossoms. Photography captures volcanic landscapes and coastal vistas. Dining onboard includes kurobuta pork, a Kagoshima specialty. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Kyushu’s history. Light layers suit the temperate climate. Sturdy shoes enhance volcano hikes. Kagoshima’s volcanic beauty offers a dynamic Japanese stop, blending nature with cultural heritage.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Kochi, Japan — Day 9 of Diamond Princess March 6, 2026 cruise
Day 9•Saturday, Mar 14

Kochi, Japan

Arrival: 10:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Kochi, Japan, has docking at Kochi Port. Travelers explore Kochi Castle’s samurai history. Excursions visit Katsurahama Beach and Ryugado Cave. Local markets sell bonito flakes. The peak season, March to May, brings mild weather. Photography captures castle views and Pacific shores. Dining onboard includes katsuo tataki, a local seared tuna. Souvenirs, like yosakoi crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Shikoku’s history. Light layers suit the temperate climate. Comfortable shoes enhance castle tours. Kochi’s coastal heritage offers a serene Japanese stop, blending samurai history with scenic beauty.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Kobe (kyoto), Japan — Day 10 of Diamond Princess March 6, 2026 cruise
Day 10•Sunday, Mar 15

Kobe (kyoto), Japan

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 7:00 PM

Kobe, Japan, has docking at Kobe Port with excursions to Kyoto. Travelers explore Kyoto’s Kinkaku-ji Temple and Fushimi Inari Shrine. Excursions visit Arashiyama’s bamboo forest. Local markets sell matcha sweets. The peak season, March to May, brings cherry blossoms. Photography captures temples and gardens. Dining onboard includes kaiseki, a Japanese multi-course meal. Souvenirs, like sensu fans, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Kyoto’s history. Light layers suit the temperate climate. Comfortable shoes enhance temple tours. Kobe’s access to Kyoto offers a profound Japanese stop, blending heritage with cultural richness.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Shimizu, Japan — Day 11 of Diamond Princess March 6, 2026 cruise
Day 11•Monday, Mar 16

Shimizu, Japan

Arrival: 1:00 PM•Departure: 7:00 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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Yokohama (tokyo), Japan — Day 12 of Diamond Princess March 6, 2026 cruise
Day 12•Tuesday, Mar 17

Yokohama (tokyo), Japan

Arrival: 6:30 AM•Departure: —

Returning to Yokohama (tokyo), Japan — see Day 1 above for port info.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link

Weather Forecast

Diamond Princess - March 6, 2026 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Yokohama (tokyo), Japan

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March

Typical Weather

74°F

Average High

24°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.15in

Daily average

4.5 in monthly total

Diamond Princess Shore Excursions

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From beach breaks and snorkeling to local food tours and cultural landmarks, these shore excursions help you make the most of every stop. Browse by port below to compare top-rated options and plan your day before you board.

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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
90 / 100
safer than 90% of all cruises
90
9
/ 10
Yokohama (tokyo), Japan
Yokohama
Yokohama is a safe cruise port with low crime rates, a strong police presence, and tourists should remain vigilant in crowded 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
Shimonoseki, Japan
Shimonoseki
Shimonoseki is a very safe port for cruise travelers, featuring low crime rates and high public safety standards for a secure visit.
10
/ 10
Cruise Kanmon Straits, Japan
Kanmon Straits
Cruise Kanmon Straits offers a secure environment with low crime rates, allowing travelers to enjoy their journey aboard the ships.
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
Nagasaki, Japan
Nagasaki
Nagasaki offers a safe environment for travelers, with low crime rates and a friendly community, ensuring a secure visit with standard precautions.
9
/ 10
Kagoshima, Japan
Kagoshima
Kagoshima is a safe port city for tourists, featuring a low crime rate and a welcoming atmosphere for confident exploration.
9
/ 10
Kochi, Japan
Kochi
Kochi, Japan, features low crime rates and strong public safety measures, providing a secure environment for cruise travelers.
9
/ 10
Kobe (kyoto), Japan
Kobe
Kobe offers exceptional safety and low crime rates, ensuring a secure experience for cruise travelers exploring the area.
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.

Cruise Ship

Diamond Princess

⚓ Tonnage

115,875

vs avg 128,868

🛠️ Year Built

2,004

vs avg 2,011

📏 Length (ft)

952

vs avg 1,020

👥 Passenger Count

2,170

vs avg 3,197

The Diamond Princess has a construction date of 2004 and a total size of 115,875 gross tons. The ship measures 952 feet in length. Diamond Princess is included in Princess’s Grand class. At full capacity, the Diamond Princess holds 2,170 passengers. That includes 1,070 cruise vacationers and 1,100 staff members. The Diamond Princess total number of staterooms is 1,351.

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Diamond Princess March 6, 2026 FAQ

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What's the weather like on the Diamond Princess March 6, 2026 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 11-night route, March averages 71°F highs and 30°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the March 6, 2026 Diamond Princess itinerary?▾

This itinerary scores 9.0 out of 10 on the Gangwaze Itinerary Safety Score, averaged across 10 ports. We weight current travel advisories, recent crime data, and Global Peace Index signals — see the Safety Score section above for the full per-port breakdown.

When does the Diamond Princess sail and return on this itinerary?▾

The Diamond Princess departs Yokohama (tokyo), Japan on Friday, March 6, 2026 at 2:00 PM and returns on Tuesday, Mar 17th, 2026 at 6:30 AM. Total duration: 11 nights.

Who is the cruise director for the Diamond Princess sailing on March 6, 2026?▾

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Last Updated: May 22, 2026