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Springtime in Asia 14-Day Voyage
Oceania Cruises | 14 Days | Taipei to Kyoto
April 24 - May 8, 2025
This 14-day cruise embarks on from Taipei, Taiwan, and takes you on a captivating journey through East Asia. The itinerary includes stops in Japan's Miyakojima, Okinawa, Kitakyushu, Takamatsu, and Kyoto, as well as in China's bustling cities of Shanghai, Beijing, and Dalian. With several days spent cruising the East China Sea and Yellow Sea, this voyage offers a perfect blend of cultural exploration and serene oceanic views, culminating with disembarkation in Kyoto.
AAA Member Benefits and Special Offers:
- Member Benefits
- Up to $100 per stateroom onboard spending credit on ALL voyages in verandah category and above.
- AAA Vacations® Amenities
- Complimentary pre-paid gratuities for first two guests in stateroom
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Included With Your Trip
Your Ship: Regatta
Suites & Staterooms
The generous dimensions of Oceania's suites and staterooms afford the ultimate in luxury. Interiors are decorated with traditional hardwoods, rich fabrics, fine furnishings and original art. A fashionable color palette blends sea, sky and comforting earth tones to create a soothing environment. Plump the goose-down pillows of the Ultra Tranquility Bed, an Oceania Cruises exclusive, and relax in bed while reading the latest bestseller. Stretch out on the plush couch and watch live news broadcasts or the latest Hollywood blockbuster on the flat-screen television. Relax on the private teak veranda, a feature of the vast majority of accommodations.
Dining
Memorable dining begins with open-seating, as it allows you to dine when you are ready and with whomever you choose. Regardless of which of our restaurants you select, there are no dining surcharges. Enjoy Toscana’s authentic Italian dishes, Polo Grill’s steakhouse fare, Continental cuisine in the Grand Dining Room, and made-to-order American favorites in the Terrace Café. You may also indulge in delicate pastries and freshly made sandwiches along with illy® specialty coffees at Baristas.
Enrichment
From reading comfortably in the library to sipping fine vintages at a wine tasting, a wonderful spectrum of enriching activities awaits you on board. Attend an engaging guest lecture in anticipation of your next destination or enjoy the upper deck as you improve your golf game on the putting green. Spend the afternoon with friends at a lively trivia contest or bridge tournament. Or simply enhance your sense of well-being at our new Aquamar Spa + Vitality Center, which offers a wide array of programs, services and experiences designed to help you live your best life.
Additional Information
Day 1 (APR 24, 2025): Taipei (Keelung), Taiwan
Embark at 1:00pm.
On this fascinating island visit the world's tallest building, the Chiang Kai Shek Memorial, the fabulous Palace Museum's vast collection of Chinese art and the lovely Lungshan Temple. Explore lovely Keelung's historic sites and Yeliu Park's astonishing rock formations.
Day 2 (APR 25, 2025): Miyakojima (Hirara), Japan
Despite being engulfed by a 125-foot wave, Miyako has miraculously reemerged completely revitalized from the devastating tsunami of 2011. You’ll find the area’s natural beauty remains unspoiled, including stunning Jodogahama Beach, a white-pebbled stretch of coastline enhanced by jagged offshore rock formations that has been declared a national Place of Scenic Beauty. Navigate the picturesque, Japanese red pine-swathed coast in a sightseeing boat to Hachinohe-ana, an ethereal sea grotto that grants wishes, and cap your exploration at the bustling Miyako Fish Market for a taste of local delicacies including crab, salmon and uni.
Day 3 (APR 26, 2025): Okinawa (Naha), Japan
Naha is the capital and the largest city in the Okinawa Prefecture, which is made up of more than 150 islands. This part of Japan was once an independent entity – the Ryukyu Kingdom. Learn about its fascinating history at the Okinawa Prefectural Museum and discover traditional Okinawan crafts at locations in the city like Naha City Traditional Arts & Crafts Center. If you’re up for a day trip, visit the ruins of Nakijin Castle less than 60 miles north – you’ll find much to explore on a trek through the grounds of this beautiful UNESCO World Heritage site. Also nearby is the Churaumi Aquarium, where two huge whale sharks and a delightful dolphin show are among the highlights.
Day 4 (APR 27, 2025): Day at Sea
Day 5 (APR 28, 2025): Shanghai, China
See the amazing contrasts of this burgeoning city, from the broad European-style Bund to the soaring ultra-modern buildings. Visit the magnificent art museum and the renowned 16th century Yu Yuan Gardens.
Day 6 (APR 29, 2025): Shanghai, China
Enjoy the city by night, see an acrobatic show, browse in local markets or take a trip to one of the famed garden cities of Suzhou or Wuxi.
Day 7 (APR 30, 2025): Day at Sea
Day 8 (MAY 1, 2025): Beijing (Tianjin), China
Travel to Beijing and stroll through the amazing Forbidden City and infamous Tiananmen Square. Visit the beautiful Temple of Heaven, where the emperor annually celebrated the harvest, and walk on the centuries-old Great Wall of China.
Day 9 (MAY 2, 2025): Beijing (Tianjin), China
Venture farther to Xian on a land tour to explore the Terracotta Warriors Museum, a UNESCO World Heritage site filled with more than 7,000 life-size statues standing guard over the tomb of the first emperor of a unified China.
Day 10 (MAY 3, 2025): Dalian, China
Head to Tiger Beach, Jinshitan Beach or Fujiazhuang Beach, some of the best in China, and then stroll through Xinghai Square, built in 1998 to honor the city’s centennial. Visit the Lushun Museum and see its extensive collection of mummies, take a scenic drive on Binhai Road, watch a dolphin show at the aquarium or enjoy the spectacular view from Haizhiyun Park.
Day 11 (MAY 4, 2025): Day at Sea
Day 12 (MAY 5, 2025): Kitakyushu, Japan
An international trading port since the 19th century, Moji is a seaside town with a nostalgic flair that’s easy to explore on foot. Numerous historic structures have been well-preserved, so you’ll spot architecture dating to the Meiji and Taisho periods from 1868-1926. Go for a stroll along the waterfront promenade lined with historic buildings, cafés, restaurants and museums. Stop at the former Moji Customs Building, which now houses a free art gallery or Kaikyo Plaza, where you’ll find local handicrafts and artisanal goods. Don’t miss Mojiko Station, built in 1914 and one of the only remaining wooden rail stations in Japan.
Day 13 (MAY 6, 2025): Takamatsu, Japan
The largest city on the island of Shikoku, Takamatsu is fondly known as “Udon Kingdom,” thanks to its status as the unofficial udon capital of Japan. Try sanuki udon, the local variety of thick wheat flour noodles available with a variety of broths, sauces and savory accoutrements. Ritsurin Koen, one of the most beautiful gardens in Japan, is the perfect place to walk off lunch – bridges, koi ponds, islands and tearooms grace the 185-acre garden that dates to the 17th century. Takamatsu Castle Ruins and Takamatsu City Museum of Art are also top choices in the city. Easily accessible by ferry are the beautiful islands of Seto Inland Sea, such as the art haven of Naoshima.
Day 14 (MAY 7, 2025): Kyoto (Kobe), Japan
Visit the breathtaking temples and shrines of Japan's old imperial capital, Kyoto, or explore ancient Nara, the cradle of Japanese arts, literature and crafts, with its magnificent shrines and temples that predate Kyoto's. Stroll through Nara Park, famed for its deer and impressive Kasuga Grand Shrine. Then travel on to Osaka and its famed castle. In Kobe, visit historic Himeji Castle, a huge edifice built entirely of wood and tile.
Day 15 (MAY 8, 2025): Kyoto (Kobe), Japan
Disembark at 8:00am.
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Product Code: AAA-Oceania
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