61 nightsFrom Yokohama, Tokyo38 ports of call
Yokohama (Tokyo) to Auckland
Crystal Cruises · Crystal Symphony
Overview
A 61-night voyage aboard Crystal Symphony, departing Yokohama, Tokyo on 23 Oct 2028 and arriving in Auckland, calling at 38 destinations along the way.
Yokohama, TokyoShimiju, japanOsakaKochi, JapanNaha (Okinawa Is.)Miyake-jima, Tokyo, JapanKeelungKaohsiungHong Kong, ChinaManilaCoron, PhilippinesPuerto Princessa, PalawanKota KinabaluMuara, BruneiSingaporeKo SamuiBangkokHo Chi Minh CitySurabaya, JavaCelukan Bawang, BaliBaliRinca IslandKupangDarwin, AustraliaCooktownCairnsAirlie BeachSydney, AustraliaMelbourneTasmaniaDunedin, New ZealandChristchurch, New ZealandWellingtonNapier, New ZealandGisborneTauranga, New ZealandWaitangi (Bay of Islands), New ZealandAuckland
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Itinerary
61 nights · 64 ports of call- 1
Day 1 ·Yokohama (Tokyo), JapanEmbark
23 Oct 2028Depart 19:00Arrive into the heart of Japan, Tokyo, by way of Yokohama. From the timeless beauty of the Meiji Shrine to the glittering Ginza District and impressive Tokyo Tower, Tokyo is a complex blend of East and West where houses of wood and paper stand beside soaring steel skyscrapers while kimono-clad women stroll along trendy teenagers. Here in this city of more than 11 million people, the timeless Imperial Palace bears testament to Japan’s enduring traditions, existing in a verdant parkland of isolation. - 2
Day 2 ·Shimizu, Japan
24 Oct 2028Arrive 07:00Depart 17:00The height of adventure is visible from downtown Shimizu, as Mount Fuji overlooks the city. A day trip to the legendary 12,388-foot peak promises high-adrenaline challenges and rewarding vistas, not to mention extreme bragging rights. Shimizu itself has also known a legend or two in its day, as the port city was referred to in Japan’s oldest texts, circa 700. It’s a bustling metropolis with a cultural charm that entices with fresh seafood and breathtaking views. - 4
Day 4 ·Osaka, Japan
25 Oct 2028Arrive 12:00Depart 23:59As it has been for centuries, Osaka remains a city of commerce, one of the original Japanese towns at the core of a developing society that grew around trade with China. Although the nature of the city hasn’t changed, it is presently undergoing an architectural revolution with a dazzling display of gleaming skyscrapers. Its prime geography makes it an excellent gateway to famed locales – including the sacred site of Kyoto and the majestic tranquility of Nara. - 4
Day 4 ·Osaka, Japan
26 Oct 2028Depart 19:00As it has been for centuries, Osaka remains a city of commerce, one of the original Japanese towns at the core of a developing society that grew around trade with China. Although the nature of the city hasn’t changed, it is presently undergoing an architectural revolution with a dazzling display of gleaming skyscrapers. Its prime geography makes it an excellent gateway to famed locales – including the sacred site of Kyoto and the majestic tranquility of Nara. - 5
Day 5 ·Kochi, Japan
27 Oct 2028Arrive 08:00Depart 18:00Views of the sea, high-rises, parks and temples…. Kochi has it all, along with its own famous dish, katsuo tataki, a culinary delight of flavorfully seasoned, seared tuna. Meander through the Makino Botanical Garden, explore the Museum of Art, stroll along the beach, barter at the Obiyamachi shopping arcade, visit the aquarium, or simply gaze at the city’s most celebrated sight, Kochi Castle, which remains largely intact atop Otakasaka Hill, and at the top of most travelers’ must-see lists. - 6
Day 6 ·At Sea
28 Oct 2028 - 7
Day 7 ·Amami Oshima, Japan
29 Oct 2028Arrive 07:00Depart 18:00 - 8
Day 8 ·Naha
30 Oct 2028Arrive 08:00Depart 18:00The seas surrounding these islands, located about 20 miles from Okinawa, are a window to the wonders below, astoundingly transparent and reflecting nearly neon hues in the sunlight. Beneath these waters is a snorkeler’s playground, with sea turtles swimming along the coral reefs among the hundreds of endemic species here. Watch for migrating humpback whales who also favor the warm waters among the islands for their annual breeding grounds. - 9
Day 9 ·Miyako-Jima
31 Oct 2028Arrive 08:00Depart 18:00Part of the Okinawa (or "Churashima" meaning beatuiful islands) prefecture, this tropical haven is home to some of Japan’s most breathtaking beaches, ideal starting points for snorkeling along the coral reefs. And while aquatic adventures of most any kind are a centerpiece of Miyako-jima’s charm, exploration along the cape, into the wetlands and botanical gardens, and to the vast sugarcane fields is also an enlightening experience. - 10
Day 10 ·Keelung
1 Nov 2028Arrive 07:00Depart 18:00 - 11
Day 11 ·Kaohsiung
2 Nov 2028Arrive 10:00Depart 20:00 - 12
Day 12 ·At Sea
3 Nov 2028 - 13
Day 13 ·Hong Kong, China
4 Nov 2028Arrive 07:00Depart 19:00Although Hong Kong has returned to its original Chinese roots, it still remains a cosmopolitan city with influences, languages and accents from around the world. Here East meets West and the result is electric. Soaring skyscrapers rise from the hills and harbor, blending geography and nature with commercial concrete, steel and pulsating neon in a way that brings traditional Chinese culture and Western-style commerce into perfect harmony. - 14
Day 14 ·At Sea
5 Nov 2028 - 15
Day 15 ·Manila
6 Nov 2028Arrive 10:00Depart 23:59Set amid the forest-green splendor of Luzon Island is bustling Manila, the second largest city in Southeast Asia, with its towering skyscrapers and remarkable joie de vivre. Yet amid the big-city excitement are oases of calm: lush tropical parks, magnificent cathedrals and dramatic Spanish forts. North of the city, mountains beckon with their spectacular rice terraces, while across Manila Bay stands Mount Mariveles, a dormant volcano studded with scenic hiking trails. - 16
Day 16 ·Manila
7 Nov 2028Depart 17:00Set amid the forest-green splendor of Luzon Island is bustling Manila, the second largest city in Southeast Asia, with its towering skyscrapers and remarkable joie de vivre. Yet amid the big-city excitement are oases of calm: lush tropical parks, magnificent cathedrals and dramatic Spanish forts. North of the city, mountains beckon with their spectacular rice terraces, while across Manila Bay stands Mount Mariveles, a dormant volcano studded with scenic hiking trails. - 17
Day 17 ·Coron, Philippines
8 Nov 2028Arrive 08:00Depart 18:00 - 18
Day 18 ·Puerto Princesa, Palawan, Philippines
9 Nov 2028Arrive 07:00Depart 16:00Enter the subterranean world of Puerto Princesa’s Underground River – a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the Seven Natural Wonders located in the Philippines – surrounded by ethereal rock formations and lush forest where monkeys and monitors casually greet guests. The Palawan capital is also a bustling gateway to El Nido and the breathtaking Bacuit Archipelago, surrounded by limestone cliffs and soaked in sunshine. - 19
Day 19 ·Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
10 Nov 2028Arrive 10:00Depart 19:00Kota Kinabalu is a sprawling and busy city situated between the Tunku Abdul Rahman National Park and Mount Kinabalu, an ideal place for snorkeling, hiking and simply watching the ebb and flow of nature. For people watching, there is the waterfront, where a variety of restaurants, pubs and cafes vie for the traveler’s time and interest. The Kota Kinabalu Handicraft Market, formerly known as the Filipino Market, and Gaya Street Market hawk everything from ethnic souvenirs to traditional foods. - 20
Day 20 ·Muara, Brunei
11 Nov 2028Arrive 07:00Depart 18:00 - 21
Day 21 ·At Sea
12 Nov 2028 - 23
Day 23 ·Singapore
13 Nov 2028Arrive 13:00Depart 23:59Singapore blends the contemporary splendor of a sparkling modern city with influences from throughout the Orient. Its history is one of riches and romance, spice trading and piracy, colonialism and growth. This island state has grown from a small fishing village to one of Asia's greatest success stories. Temples, mosques and churches stand as serene reminders of the varied collection of migrations that have graced its history. Discover the mansions and polo greens of colonial Singapore, the mystique of Chinatown and the heady aroma of spices and curry along Arab Street. You will quickly come to understand why Singapore is acclaimed as the "Crossroads of the East." - 23
Day 23 ·Singapore
14 Nov 2028Depart 18:00Singapore blends the contemporary splendor of a sparkling modern city with influences from throughout the Orient. Its history is one of riches and romance, spice trading and piracy, colonialism and growth. This island state has grown from a small fishing village to one of Asia's greatest success stories. Temples, mosques and churches stand as serene reminders of the varied collection of migrations that have graced its history. Discover the mansions and polo greens of colonial Singapore, the mystique of Chinatown and the heady aroma of spices and curry along Arab Street. You will quickly come to understand why Singapore is acclaimed as the "Crossroads of the East." - 24
Day 24 ·At Sea
15 Nov 2028 - 25
Day 25 ·Koh Samui, Thailand
16 Nov 2028Arrive 08:00Depart 17:00This emerald isle off Thailand's southeast coast, ringed by lovely beaches and gorgeous bays, enjoys both the fun-loving nature of the Thai people, and the peaceful serenity of Buddhism. Visit the beautiful waterfalls at Hin Lut and Na Muang, marvel at the enormous Buddha statue on Fan Isle, or just listen to the breeze whisper in the leaves of a coconut plantation. - 26
Day 26 ·Bangkok/Laem Chabang, Thailand
17 Nov 2028Arrive 08:00Depart 23:59Afascinating city devoted to tradition and driven toward modernity, Bangkok has long been a traveler’s paradise with its heavenly weather, welcoming hospitality and mouth-watering cuisine - the vibrant city is world-renowned for its street food and impressive roster of Michelin-starred restaurants. Home to the Temple of the Emerald Buddha, the ornate Grand Palace and the soaring Wat Arun temple, it’s also an hour away from Ayutthaya, the 14th-century ruins of the Kingdom of Siam. - 27
Day 27 ·Bangkok/Laem Chabang, Thailand
18 Nov 2028Depart 17:00Afascinating city devoted to tradition and driven toward modernity, Bangkok has long been a traveler’s paradise with its heavenly weather, welcoming hospitality and mouth-watering cuisine - the vibrant city is world-renowned for its street food and impressive roster of Michelin-starred restaurants. Home to the Temple of the Emerald Buddha, the ornate Grand Palace and the soaring Wat Arun temple, it’s also an hour away from Ayutthaya, the 14th-century ruins of the Kingdom of Siam. - 28
Day 28 ·At Sea
19 Nov 2028 - 29
Day 29 ·Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
20 Nov 2028Arrive 10:00Depart 23:59Ho Chi Minh City, known universally and affectionately by residents as Saigon, offer a glimpse into Vietnam's eventful past and its hopeful future. The city has a prosperous air of thriving activity, as rice boats float down the waterways and streets bustle with flavorful markets. Explore the sacred temples, French colonial buildings and vestiges of pivotal events. - 30
Day 30 ·Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
21 Nov 2028Depart 12:00Ho Chi Minh City, known universally and affectionately by residents as Saigon, offer a glimpse into Vietnam's eventful past and its hopeful future. The city has a prosperous air of thriving activity, as rice boats float down the waterways and streets bustle with flavorful markets. Explore the sacred temples, French colonial buildings and vestiges of pivotal events. - 31
Day 31 ·At Sea
22 Nov 2028 - 32
Day 32 ·At Sea
23 Nov 2028 - 33
Day 33 ·Surabaya, Indonesia
24 Nov 2028Arrive 07:30Depart 18:00Surabaya is a port city on the Indonesian island of Java. A vibrant, sprawling metropolis, it mixes modern skyscrapers with canals and buildings from its Dutch colonial past. It has a thriving Chinatown and an Arab Quarter whose Ampel Mosque dates to the 15th century. - 34
Day 34 ·Celukan Bawang, Bali
25 Nov 2028Arrive 09:00Depart 19:00Journey beyond the iconic high-prowed Bugis schooners that line this major port to explore the majestic northern highlands of Bali. Here is where you’ll find the Jatiluwih Rice Terraces, a designated UNESCO site revered for its picturesque green paddy fields that cascade in ‘terraced’ fashion from the upper reaches of volcanoes to the deep valleys below. See tropical birds and reef fish at Bali Barat National Park, or stay local to visit Lovina Beach and feel its black sand beneath your feet. - 35
Day 35 ·Bali/Benoa, Indonesia
26 Nov 2028Arrive 07:00Depart 18:00Bali is so beautiful that the natives believe heaven will be just like home, and touring this island paradise, it's easy to see why. Here are mysterious volcanic lakes and jungle-shrouded volcanoes, wondrous ancient temples, fabulously creative painters and wood-carvers, and the legendary dancers who re-enact the stories of their Hindu deities. - 36
Day 36 ·Rinca Island
27 Nov 2028Arrive 11:00Depart 18:00 - 37
Day 37 ·Kupang
28 Nov 2028Arrive 10:00Depart 19:00 - 38
Day 38 ·At Sea
29 Nov 2028 - 39
Day 39 ·Darwin, Australia
30 Nov 2028Arrive 07:00Depart 17:00Australia's northernmost city lies between the sun-bleached Outback and the Arafura Sea on Australia's "Top End," as tropical northern Australia is familiarly called. Chic yet casual, the Northern Territory capital has grown into a modern, mellow mini-metropolis, with a comfortable tropical climate and some of Australia's most fascinating natural highlights – the abundant wildlife and many waterfalls of Litchfield National Park, and beautiful Adelaide River and its famed jumping crocodiles. - 40
Day 40 ·At Sea
1 Dec 2028 - 41
Day 41 ·At Sea
2 Dec 2028 - 42
Day 42 ·Cooktown
3 Dec 2028Arrive 10:00Depart 22:00When his expedition ship, the HMB Endeavour, ran aground on offshore reefs in 1770, Captain James Cook and his crew found refuge here. Seven weeks were spent repairing the vessel, affording scientist Sir Joseph Banks ample time to document plants and wildlife, as well as recording words of the local Guugu Yimihirr Abooriginals – including “gangurru” for kangaroo. Today you’ll find pristine beaches, hidden gardens, indigenous culture and yes, monuments to Cook. - 43
Day 43 ·Cairns, Australia
4 Dec 2028Arrive 07:00Depart 18:00Welcome to Cairns [cans], where the weather and hospitality are warm. Tropical Cairns is Queenland's most northerly city, and is framed by two features of such pristine beauty and incomparable value that they have been listed by the World Heritage Society.
Located at the point where the Great Dividing Range and Great Barrier Reef curve gently to the shoreline, Cairns is graced with inspiring natural attractions in all directions. Beyond the coast are mountains, rainforests, eucalyptus, waterfalls, lakes, rugged ravines and grazing farmlands fed by freshwater streams. Above all, two of the most wonderful assets are the Great Barrier Reef and the Wet Tropics Rainforests.
Cairns, the colorful, sophisticated capital of the tropical north, is alive with life and charm. At hand and beckoning for your discovery are elegant boutiques, markets, art galleries and museums. - 44
Day 44 ·Airlie Beach, Australia
5 Dec 2028Arrive 11:00Depart 19:00Bordering the Whitsunday Passage where famed British explorer James Cook sailed in 1770, today this thriving resort town is a gateway to the Great Barrier Reef and the Whitsunday isles. A relaxed, tropical vibe fills its palm-fringed lagoon, beachfront parks, and assorted shops, restaurants and cafés. Situated nearby is Conway National Park, home to a lush, tropical rainforest and pristine waterfalls. - 45
Day 45 ·At Sea
6 Dec 2028 - 46
Day 46 ·At Sea
7 Dec 2028 - 47
Day 47 ·Sydney, Australia
8 Dec 2028Arrive 08:00Depart 18:00Sydney is an energetic and exciting metropolis where nightlife, shopping and fine restaurants compare favorably with the finest the world has to offer. Despite its modern advances, Sydney has lovingly cherished its heritage, for this was the birthplace of the Australian nation, defined by the billowing profile of the Opera House and the dramatic arch of the Harbour Bridge. - 48
Day 48 ·At Sea
9 Dec 2028 - 49
Day 49 ·Melbourne, Australia
10 Dec 2028Arrive 07:00Depart 19:00Melbourne is the capital city of Victoria - and a global capital of trend-setting cool. Dynamic, sporty and arty, it still maintains an air of old-world grace with spacious tree-lined boulevards and expansive parks. The prosperous lifestyle of its people is both cosmopolitan and sophisticated. The heritage of more than 100 different cultures has contributed to Melbourne's richly international character - exemplified by its range of 15,000 dining venues offering more than 50 different kinds of cuisine. - 50
Day 50 ·At Sea
11 Dec 2028 - 51
Day 51 ·Tasmania/Hobart, Australia
12 Dec 2028Arrive 08:00Depart 18:00Hobart, premier city of the island-state of Tasmania, is situated between Mount Wellington and the Derwent River. As Australia's second-oldest capital, it savors the present while revering its past. History adds picturesque charm to this charismatic city, for there are no less than 90 buildings with National Trust classification. At Salamanca Place and Battery Point, relics of the whaling days of the last century can still be seen. Tasmania maintains abiding links with a wealth of Australian heritage. The convict settlement of Port Arthur provides vivid reminders of bygone days. With a busy port and thriving commercial center, Hobart is justifiably recognized as one of the world's most beautiful harbor cities. - 52
Day 52 ·At Sea
13 Dec 2028 - 53
Day 53 ·At Sea
14 Dec 2028 - 54
Day 54 ·Cruising the Milford Sound, New Zealand
15 Dec 2028Arrive 07:00Depart 10:00 - 55
Day 55 ·Cruising Doubtful Fjord
15 Dec 2028Arrive 13:00Depart 13:30 - 55
Day 55 ·Cruising Dusky Fjord
15 Dec 2028Arrive 15:00Depart 17:00 - 55
Day 55 ·Dunedin, New Zealand
16 Dec 2028Arrive 09:00Depart 18:00The charismatic city of Dunedin lies in southeastern New Zealand, at the head of Otago Harbor on South Island. Its name means Edinburgh in Gaelic and to this day it has retained enduring reminders of its Scottish roots. Adorning the streets of Dunedin is a wealth of Victorian and Edwardian buildings, richly festooned with spires, gables and gargoyles. The rolling hills, pristine beaches and secluded bays of the adjacent Otago Peninsula are home to albatrosses, sea lions and yellow-eyed penguins. - 56
Day 56 ·Christchurch/Akaroa, New Zealand
17 Dec 2028Arrive 08:00Depart 18:00The historic port of Lyttelton serves as the gateway to Christchurch, the largest city on New Zealand’s South Island. Traditionally considered the most English of New Zealand’s cities, there is much to explore in vibrant Christchurch, from its neo-Gothic stone buildings and beautiful botanical gardens, to its picturesque Avon River lined by graceful willows. Further afar, the Canterbury Plains, snow-capped Southern Alps and numerous rivers beckon with their enchanting beauty and wildlife. - 57
Day 57 ·Wellington, New Zealand
18 Dec 2028Arrive 08:00Depart 18:00Hugging the hillsides around Port Nicholson, a horseshoe-shaped bay that is one of the world's finest, Wellington reminds many visitors of San Francisco. In cultural offerings as well as landscape - Wellington boasts the National Art Gallery and the Dominion Museum, as well as the Government Building, one of the world's largest wooden structures. - 58
Day 58 ·Napier, New Zealand
19 Dec 2028Arrive 10:00Depart 19:00Nestled on the Pacific coastline of New Zealand’s North Island is charming Napier, a town with much to boast about. Napier is known for producing wool, growing fruit, cultivating grapes and making wine. The city abounds in art deco splendor with iconic landmarks, rivaled only by the surrounding natural beauty of Hawke’s Bay. A highlight of the region is wild and wonderful Cape Kidnappers, known for its gannet colony, considered to be one of only two such mainland colonies in the world. - 59
Day 59 ·Gisborne
20 Dec 2028Arrive 07:00Depart 17:00Gisborne is a city in northeastern New Zealand and the largest settlement in the Gisborne District (or Gisborne Region). - 60
Day 60 ·Tauranga, New Zealand
21 Dec 2028Arrive 08:00Depart 18:00The spectacular Bay of Plenty on New Zealand’s North Island is home to the resort town of Tauranga. Known for its fine restaurants, boutiques and galleries, the city is also a hot spot for water sports and a gateway to nearby attractions, such as the geothermal wonders of Rotorua. At the southern end of Tauranga’s harbor lies the relaxed beach town of Mount Maunganui, named after its distinctive peak, Mauao, which towers 750 feet above the town’s white-sand surf. - 61
Day 61 ·Waitangi, Bay of Islands, New Zealand
22 Dec 2028Arrive 09:00Depart 18:00Trace the history of New Zealand on the gorgeous island of Waitangi. Along with its vibrant past, find spectacular coastlines, abundant forests, and a world of natural wonders. - 62
Day 62 ·Auckland, New ZealandDisembark
23 Dec 2028Arrive 07:00Situated astride a narrow, jade-green isthmus between the shimmering waters of the Tasman Sea and the Pacific Ocean on two harbors, the Waitematā and Manukau, is Auckland. This vibrant city is a gateway to New Zealand’s natural and cultural treasures: great natural beauty, friendly people, magnificent glacier-studded mountain ranges, sculpted fjords, pristine beaches, lush rainforest, an endless array of sporting activities, and, not to be forgotten, plenty of sheep and rolling farmland.
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