Sapphire Princess itinerary map for March 6, 2027
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11 Night Japan Explorer Spring Flowers on Princess Sapphire Princess

March 6, 2027

Sapphire Princess March 6, 2027

The Sapphire Princess March 6, 2027 cruise departs from Tokyo, Japan. On this 11 Night Japan Explorer Spring Flowers (Tokyo Roundtrip) sailing, the Sapphire Princess will visit a total of 9 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Saturday, Mar 6th and returns on Wednesday, Mar 17th, 2027.

Cruise Length
11
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Tokyo
Japan
Port Stops
9
Sea Days
2
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Cruise Price - Sapphire Princess March 6, 2027

Sapphire Princess · March 6, 2027

The graph below tracks historic price of the Sapphire Princess cruise ship departing March 6, 2027. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,739 ($159 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,646 ($150 per night), this represents a recent increase of 6%.

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$1,739
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Oceanview
$1,969
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Balcony
$2,659
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Suite
$3,549

Price History – Sapphire Princess March 6, 2027

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March 6, 2027
$1,739
6% vs avg: $1,646

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Cruise Itinerary Map - 11 Night Japan Explorer Spring Flowers (Tokyo Roundtrip)

Sapphire Princess · March 6, 2027

The Sapphire Princess sails on March 6, 2027 for a 11 Night Japan Explorer Spring Flowers (Tokyo Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Tokyo, Japan at 2:00 PM and will return to the port of Tokyo, Japan on Mar 17th at 6:30 AM. During the 12-day journey, the Sapphire Princess will visit 8 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

11 Night Japan Explorer Spring Flowers (Tokyo Roundtrip)

  • MAR06
    Tokyo, Japan
    Tokyo, Japan
    A: — - D: 2:00 PM
  • MAR07
    Toba, Japan
    Toba, Japan
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 3:00 PM
  • MAR08
    Kochi, Japan
    Kochi, Japan
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • MAR09
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAR10
    Busan (Pusan), South Korea
    Busan (Pusan), South Korea
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 3:00 PM
  • MAR11
    Nagasaki, Japan
    Nagasaki, Japan
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 3:00 PM
  • MAR12
    Kagoshima, Japan
    Kagoshima, Japan
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 3:00 PM
  • MAR13
    Matsuyama, Japan
    Matsuyama, Japan
    A: 9:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • MAR14
    Aburatsu Port, Miyazaki, Japan
    Aburatsu Port, Miyazaki, Japan
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • MAR15
    Kyoto Kobe Japan
    Kyoto Kobe Japan
    A: 9:00 AM - D: 11:00 PM
  • MAR16
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAR17
    Tokyo, Japan
    Tokyo, Japan
    A: 6:30 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

March 6, 2027 · 11 Night Japan Explorer Spring Flowers (Tokyo Roundtrip)

Tokyo, Japan
Day 1•Saturday, Mar 6

Tokyo, Japan

Arrival: —•Departure: 2:00 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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Toba, Japan
Day 2•Sunday, Mar 7

Toba, Japan

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 3:00 PM

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.

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Kochi, Japan
Day 3•Monday, Mar 8

Kochi, Japan

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 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.

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At Sea
Day 4•Tuesday, Mar 9

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Busan (Pusan), South Korea
Day 5•Wednesday, Mar 10

Busan (Pusan), South Korea

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 3:00 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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Nagasaki, Japan
Day 6•Thursday, Mar 11

Nagasaki, Japan

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 3:00 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.

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Kagoshima, Japan
Day 7•Friday, Mar 12

Kagoshima, Japan

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 3:00 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.

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Matsuyama, Japan
Day 8•Saturday, Mar 13

Matsuyama, Japan

Arrival: 9:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Matsuyama, Japan, features docking at Matsuyama Port. Travelers explore Matsuyama Castle and Dogo Onsen, one of Japan’s oldest hot springs. Excursions visit Ishite-ji Temple’s historic caves. Local markets sell botchan dango. The peak season, March to May, brings cherry blossoms and mild weather. Photography captures samurai castles and onsen districts. Dining onboard includes tai meshi, a local fish dish. Souvenirs, like Iyo kasuri textiles, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Shikoku’s history. Light layers suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance castle and temple tours. Matsuyama’s blend of historic charm and onsen culture offers a serene Japanese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of samurai heritage, soothing hot springs, and scenic beauty, making Matsuyama an ideal destination for cultural and relaxing exploration.

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Aburatsu Port, Miyazaki, Japan
Day 9•Sunday, Mar 14

Aburatsu Port, Miyazaki, Japan

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Aburatsu Port, Miyazaki, Japan, accommodates cruise ships at its East Wharf in Nichinan City, on Kyushu Island's east coast. The terminal, upgraded in 2015, handles vessels up to 200,000 GT and lies 10 minutes by shuttle from downtown. Passengers access the 220-meter berth for direct docking, with nearby facilities including restrooms, a small cafe, and tourist information. From the port, excursions head to Obi Castle, a 15th-century samurai residence with restored gates and gardens, reached in 20 minutes by bus. Udo-jingu Shrine, 40 minutes away, perches in a sea cave overlooking Pacific waves, where visitors toss pebbles for good fortune. Aoshima Island, 45 minutes drive, features basalt rock formations called the Devil's Washboard, accessible via a land bridge at low tide. Local markets offer fresh bonito and shochu spirits. The Aburatsu Aquarium, steps from the pier, displays dolphins and tropical fish. Peak visits occur May to October for mild weather; taxis cost around 1000 yen to town. Dining includes seafood rice bowls at harbor eateries. Souvenirs feature haniwa clay figures and wood crafts.

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Kyoto Kobe Japan
Day 10•Monday, Mar 15

Kyoto Kobe Japan

Arrival: 9:00 AM•Departure: 11:00 PM

Kyoto, Japan, offers a cruise excursion from Kobe Port. Travelers explore Kinkaku-ji and Fushimi Inari Shrine. Excursions visit Arashiyama Bamboo Grove. Local markets sell kaiseki. The peak season, March to May, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures golden pavilions and torii gates. Dining onboard includes sushi, a Japanese favorite. Souvenirs, like kimono crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Heian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance shrine walks. Kyoto’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Japanese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic temples and scenic groves, making Kyoto an engaging destination.

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At Sea
Day 11•Tuesday, Mar 16

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Tokyo, Japan
Day 12•Wednesday, Mar 17

Tokyo, Japan

Arrival: 6:30 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

Sapphire Princess - March 6, 2027 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Tokyo, Japan

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March

Typical Weather

74°F

Average High

29°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.16in

Daily average

4.9 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
88 / 100
safer than 88% of all cruises
88
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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
Toba, Japan
Toba
Toba, Japan, is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates, though travelers should exercise caution in less populated areas.
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
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.
8
/ 10
Matsuyama, Japan
Matsuyama
Matsuyama, Japan, is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates, but travelers should remain aware of their surroundings.
9
/ 10
Aburatsu Port, Miyazaki, Japan
Aburatsu Port
Aburatsu Port in Miyazaki, Japan, provides a safe environment for cruise travelers with a low crime rate and strong public safety presence.
9
/ 10
Kyoto Kobe Japan
Kyoto Kobe
Kyoto and Kobe, Japan, provide a safe environment for travelers with low crime rates and strong infrastructure supporting tourism safety.

Cruise Ship

Sapphire 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

2,680

vs avg 3,197

The Sapphire Princess has a construction date of 2004 and a total size of 115,875 gross tons. The ship measures 952 feet in length. Sapphire Princess is included in Princess’s Grand class. At full capacity, the Sapphire Princess holds 2,680 passengers. That includes 1,580 cruise vacationers and 1,100 staff members. The Sapphire Princess total number of staterooms is 1,337.

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Sapphire Princess March 6, 2027 FAQ

How many nights is the Sapphire Princess sailing on March 6, 2027?▾

This is a 11-night cruise itinerary departing from Tokyo, Japan.

What ports does the Sapphire Princess visit on the March 6, 2027 cruise?▾

This route includes tokyo-japan, toba-japan, kochi-japan, busan-south-korea, nagasaki-japan, kagoshima-japan, matsuyama-japan, aburatsu-port-miyazaki-japan, kyoto-kobe-japan.

How many sea days are included on this Sapphire Princess March 6, 2027 itinerary?▾

This itinerary includes 2 sea days.

Who is the cruise director for the Sapphire Princess sailing on March 6, 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.

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