Hankyu Travel International will operate charter cruises using the cruise ships “Sapphire Princess” and “Diamond Princess”, which are operated by Princess Cruises.
Taking advantage of the benefits of full-ship charters, both itineraries feature routes designed specifically for Japanese travelers. The company has selected ports of call in Japan where passengers can enjoy walking around on foot after disembarkation, such as Nagasaki, and will provide shuttle buses where the port is far from the city center.
In addition to transportation, accommodation, meals, and shows, the fare also includes unlimited onboard drinks including alcoholic beverages (up to 15 drinks per day), onboard Wi-Fi, and onboard gratuities.
The “Sapphire Princess” will depart from Tokyo Port on May 2 on an 8-day cruise calling at Shikoku, Kyushu, and Jeju Island in South Korea. The “Diamond Princess” will depart from Yokohama Port on May 28 on a 10-day itinerary visiting various ports including Aomori in northern Japan and Busan in South Korea.
Based on double occupancy, the per-person tour price starts from 259,000 yen for the “Sapphire Princess” and from 279,000 yen for the “Diamond Princess”. These prices are for inside twin cabins, and the fare varies depending on the stateroom category.
