Diamond Princess - 5/8/2026
The May 8, 2026 cruise on the Diamond Princess departs from Yokohama (tokyo), Japan. On this 10 Night Japan Explorer (Yokohama Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 8 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Diamond Princess sets sail on Friday, May 8th and returns on Monday, May 18th.
Cruise Pricing
The graph below tracks historic price of the Diamond Princess cruise ship departing May 8, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $2,439 ($244 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $2,022 ($203 per night), this represents a recent increase of 21%.
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Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
Diamond Princess - May 8, 2026 - 10 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | May 8th | Yokohama (tokyo), Japan |
| 2 | May 9th | Toba, Japan |
| 3 | May 10th | Osaka, Japan |
| 4 | May 11th | At Sea |
| 5 | May 12th | Hiroshima, Japan |
| 6 | May 13th | Cruise Kanmon Straits, Japan |
| 7 | May 14th | Busan (Pusan), South Korea |
| 8 | May 15th | Nagasaki, Japan |
| 9 | May 16th | At Sea |
| 10 | May 17th | Shimizu, Japan |
| 11 | May 18th | Yokohama (tokyo), Japan |
The Diamond Princess sails on May 8, 2026 for a 10 Night Japan Explorer (Yokohama Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Yokohama (tokyo), Japan at 3:00 PM and will return to the port of Yokohama (tokyo), Japan on May 18th at 6:30 AM. During the 11-day journey, the Diamond Princess will visit 7 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.
Itinerary Safety Score
Based on my 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.
Cruise Ship
Diamond Princess
DIAMOND PRINCESS SIZE
The Diamond Princess has a construction date of 2004 and a total size of 115,875 gross tons. The ship measures 952 feet (290 meters) in length. Diamond Princess is included in Princess’s Grand Class. At full capacity, the Diamond Princess holds 3,770 passengers. That includes 2,670 cruise vacationers and 1,100 staff members. The Diamond Princess total number of staterooms is 1,351.
Diamond Princess Size & Stats
- Gross Tonnage:115,875 GT
- Length:952 ft (290 m)
- Beam:123 ft (37 m)
- Draft:28 ft (9 m)
- Max Speed:25 mph (22 kn)
- Year Built:2004
- Years Served:2004 - Present
- Capacity:2,670
- Crew Members:1,100
- Total on Board:3,770
- Total Staterooms:1,351
- Flagged Country:United Kingdom
- Ship Cost:500 Million
- Status:active
To see how this compares, click through to see Diamond Princess age and stats vs all Princess ships. There you’ll find graphs showing length, capacity, tonnage and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.
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Cruise Ports
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.
Toba, Japan, offers docking at Toba Port. Travelers explore Mikimoto Pearl Island and Toba Aquarium. Excursions visit Ise Jingu Shrine. Local markets sell ama diver pearls. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures pearl farms and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes kaisendon, a Japanese favorite. Souvenirs, like pearl crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Mie history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance shrine walks. Toba’s maritime charm offers a vibrant Japanese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of pearl heritage and scenic coasts, making Toba an engaging destination for exploration.
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.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
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.
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.
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.
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.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
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.
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.