Seabourn Encore itinerary map for March 24, 2029 (14 nights)
Seabourn Encore cruise ship

Seabourn Encore — March 24, 202914-Night Japans Cherry Blossoms & Kobe Nights on Seabourn

This 14-night cruise aboard the Seabourn Encore departs from Tokyo, Japan on Saturday, March 24, 2029 and returns on Saturday, Apr 7th. March weather across this route averages 71°/31°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 9.0 out of 10, averaged across 11 ports.

Cruise Length
14
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Tokyo
Japan
Port Stops
11
Sea Days
3

Cruise Itinerary Map - 14 Night Japans Cherry Blossoms & Kobe Nights (Tokyo Roundtrip)

Seabourn Encore · March 24, 2029

The Seabourn Encore sails on March 24, 2029 for a 14 Night Japans Cherry Blossoms & Kobe Nights (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 Apr 7th at 8:00 AM. During the 16-day journey, the Seabourn Encore will visit 10 additional ports and will spend 3 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

14 Night Japans Cherry Blossoms & Kobe Nights (Tokyo Roundtrip)

  • MAR24
    Tokyo, Japan
    Tokyo, Japan
    A: — - D: 7:00 PM
  • MAR25
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAR26
    Kochi, Japan
    Kochi, Japan
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • MAR27
    Hososhima, Japan
    Hososhima, Japan
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • MAR28
    Kagoshima, Japan
    Kagoshima, Japan
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • MAR29
    Nagasaki, Japan
    Nagasaki, Japan
    A: 9:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • MAR30
    Busan (Pusan), South Korea
    Busan (Pusan), South Korea
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • MAR31
    Hakata, Japan
    Hakata, Japan
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • MAR24
    Cruise Kanmon Straits, Japan
    Cruise Kanmon Straits, Japan
    A: — - D: —
  • APR01
    Hiroshima, Japan
    Hiroshima, Japan
    A: 9:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • APR02
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • APR03
    Kobe (kyoto), Japan
    Kobe (kyoto), Japan
    A: 6:30 AM - D: —
  • MAR24
    Kobe (kyoto), Japan
    Kobe (kyoto), Japan
    A: — - D: 7:00 PM
  • APR05
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • APR06
    Shimizu, Japan
    Shimizu, Japan
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • APR07
    Tokyo, Japan
    Tokyo, Japan
    A: 8:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

March 24, 2029 · 14 Night Japans Cherry Blossoms & Kobe Nights (Tokyo Roundtrip)

Tokyo, Japan — Day 1 of Seabourn Encore March 24, 2029 cruise
Day 1•Saturday, Mar 24

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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Day 2 at sea — Seabourn Encore March 24, 2029 itinerary
Day 2•Sunday, Mar 25

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Seabourn Encore — explore the ship's signature dining, entertainment, and onboard activities.

Kochi, Japan — Day 3 of Seabourn Encore March 24, 2029 cruise
Day 3•Monday, Mar 26

Kochi, Japan

Arrival: 8:00 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.

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Hososhima, Japan — Day 4 of Seabourn Encore March 24, 2029 cruise
Day 4•Tuesday, Mar 27

Hososhima, Japan

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Hososhima, Japan, has docking at Hososhima Port. Travelers explore Hyuga’s coastal shrines. Excursions visit Takachiho Gorge’s waterfalls. Local markets sell Miyazaki beef. The peak season, March to May, brings mild weather. Photography captures cliffs and traditional shrines. Dining onboard includes katsu curry, a Japanese favorite. Souvenirs, like bamboo crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Kyushu’s history. Light layers suit the temperate climate. Comfortable shoes enhance gorge walks. Hososhima’s serene beauty offers a tranquil Japanese stop, blending coastal charm with cultural heritage.

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Kagoshima, Japan — Day 5 of Seabourn Encore March 24, 2029 cruise
Day 5•Wednesday, Mar 28

Kagoshima, Japan

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 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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Nagasaki, Japan — Day 6 of Seabourn Encore March 24, 2029 cruise
Day 6•Thursday, Mar 29

Nagasaki, Japan

Arrival: 9:00 AM•Departure: 7:00 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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Busan (Pusan), South Korea — Day 7 of Seabourn Encore March 24, 2029 cruise
Day 7•Friday, Mar 30

Busan (Pusan), South Korea

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 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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Hakata, Japan — Day 8 of Seabourn Encore March 24, 2029 cruise
Day 8•Saturday, Mar 31

Hakata, Japan

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Hakata, Japan, offers docking at Hakata Port. Travelers explore Fukuoka’s Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine and Canal City. Excursions visit Yanagawa’s canals for boat rides. Local markets sell hakata ramen. The peak season, March to May, brings cherry blossoms. Photography captures shrines and urban vibrancy. Dining onboard includes tonkotsu ramen, a local specialty. Souvenirs, like furoshiki cloths, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Kyushu’s history. Light layers suit the temperate climate. Comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Hakata’s cultural richness offers a dynamic Japanese stop, blending tradition with modern energy.

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Cruise Kanmon Straits, Japan — Day 8 of Seabourn Encore March 24, 2029 cruise
Day 8•Saturday, Mar 24

Cruise Kanmon Straits, Japan

Arrival: —•Departure: —

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.

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Hiroshima, Japan — Day 9 of Seabourn Encore March 24, 2029 cruise
Day 9•Sunday, Apr 1

Hiroshima, Japan

Arrival: 9:00 AM•Departure: 7:00 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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 10 at sea — Seabourn Encore March 24, 2029 itinerary
Day 10•Monday, Apr 2

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Seabourn Encore — explore the ship's signature dining, entertainment, and onboard activities.

Kobe (kyoto), Japan — Day 11 of Seabourn Encore March 24, 2029 cruise
Day 11•Tuesday, Apr 3

Kobe (kyoto), Japan

Arrival: 6:30 AM•Departure: —

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.

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Kobe (kyoto), Japan — Day 12 of Seabourn Encore March 24, 2029 cruise
Day 12•Wednesday, Apr 4

Kobe (kyoto), Japan

Arrival: —•Departure: 7:00 PM

Returning to Kobe (kyoto), Japan — see Day 12 above for port info.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 13 at sea — Seabourn Encore March 24, 2029 itinerary
Day 13•Thursday, Apr 5

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Seabourn Encore — explore the ship's signature dining, entertainment, and onboard activities.

Shimizu, Japan — Day 14 of Seabourn Encore March 24, 2029 cruise
Day 14•Friday, Apr 6

Shimizu, Japan

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 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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Weather Forecast

Seabourn Encore - March 24, 2029 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Tokyo, Japan

🌦️

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
90 / 100
safer than 90% of all cruises
90
9
/ 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
Kochi, Japan
Kochi
Kochi, Japan, features low crime rates and strong public safety measures, providing a secure environment for cruise travelers.
9
/ 10
Hososhima, Japan
Hososhima
Hososhima, Japan, is a safe port city with low crime rates, allowing travelers to explore while staying aware of maritime and weather conditions.
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
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
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
Hakata, Japan
Hakata
Hakata, Japan, is known for its low crime rates and welcoming atmosphere, providing a safe environment for tourists to explore.
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
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
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

Seabourn Encore

⚓ Tonnage

40,350

vs avg 35,550

🛠️ Year Built

2,016

vs avg 2,013

📏 Length (ft)

—

vs avg —

👥 Passenger Count

640

vs avg 528

The Seabourn Encore has a construction date of 2016 and a total size of 40,350 gross tons. The ship measures — feet in length. Seabourn Encore is included in Seabourn’s Encore class. At full capacity, the Seabourn Encore holds 640 passengers. That includes 640 cruise vacationers and — staff members. The Seabourn Encore total number of staterooms is 0.

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What's the weather like on the Seabourn Encore March 24, 2029 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 14-night route, March averages 71°F highs and 31°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the March 24, 2029 Seabourn Encore itinerary?▾

This itinerary scores 9.0 out of 10 on the Gangwaze Itinerary Safety Score, averaged across 11 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.

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The Seabourn Encore departs Tokyo, Japan on Saturday, March 24, 2029 at 7:00 PM and returns on Saturday, Apr 7th, 2029 at 8:00 AM. Total duration: 14 nights.

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