Grand Asia Exploration Tokyo To Sydney

Tokyo, Japan’s vibrant capital, is a city where tradition meets innovation.

Shimizu, located in Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan, is a beautiful coastal district known for its scenic views, rich history and connection to nature.

Visit the breathtaking temples and shrines of Japan’s old imperial capital, Kyoto, or visit ancient Nara, the cradle of Japanese arts, literature and crafts, with its magnificent shrines and temples that pre-date 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, amazing edifice built entirely of wood and tile! Take home silks, ceramic teapots, paper parasols, superb artworks and pottery among other beautiful objects. Enjoy traditional Japanese fare or indulge in a wonderful dinner of Kobe beef. Everything will be exquisitely prepared and served.

Hiroshima, located in western Japan, is a city known for its resilience, history and commitment to peace.

Spend your day at sea with an exclusive to Seven Seas Explorer Gourmet Explorer Tour, savour the tastes of a region and learn new techniques to use in your cooking. For a workout head to the fitness centre to keep up with your routine. Fancy a pastry or a gourmet sandwich, then Coffee Connection is the place for you. For a taste of the West End, the Constellation Theatre will show case anything from an inspiring singalong to a full-scale musical review.

Located on the southeastern tip of the Korean Peninsula just two-and-a-half hours from Seoul, Busan is South Korea’s second-largest city. With its deep harbor, it’s also one of the largest commercial ports in the world. Often referred to as “the summer capital of South Korea,” Busan is known for its exceptional beaches, scenic cliffs and ancient temples high in the mountains.

Nagasaki, located on the island of Kyushu in Japan, is a city filled with rich history, stunning landscapes and cultural diversity.

Kagoshima, located at the southern tip of Kyushu, Japan, is a vibrant city known for its stunning natural beauty, rich history and warm climate.

Beppu, located on Japan’s Kyushu Island, is a charming city renowned for its abundant hot springs, or onsen.

Spend your day at sea with an exclusive to Seven Seas Explorer Gourmet Explorer Tour, savour the tastes of a region and learn new techniques to use in your cooking. For a workout head to the fitness centre to keep up with your routine. Fancy a pastry or a gourmet sandwich, then Coffee Connection is the place for you. For a taste of the West End, the Constellation Theatre will show case anything from an inspiring singalong to a full-scale musical review.

Tokyo, Japan’s vibrant capital, is a city where tradition meets innovation.

Nagoya, located in central Japan, is a bustling city known for its rich history, modern attractions and delicious cuisine.

Osaka, Japan’s third-largest city, is a dynamic and exciting destination known for its rich culture, lively atmosphere and delicious food.

Spend your day at sea with an exclusive to Seven Seas Explorer Gourmet Explorer Tour, savour the tastes of a region and learn new techniques to use in your cooking. For a workout head to the fitness centre to keep up with your routine. Fancy a pastry or a gourmet sandwich, then Coffee Connection is the place for you. For a taste of the West End, the Constellation Theatre will show case anything from an inspiring singalong to a full-scale musical review.

Explore this beautiful island and visit imposing Shuri Castle, home of the Ryukyu royal family for 400 years. Enjoy the scenic countryside, the WWII memorials, the magnificent limestone caves and a reconstructed Ryukyu village where the island's heritage and crafts are on display.

Ishigaki Island, located in Okinawa Prefecture, Japan, is a stunning tropical destination known for its crystal-clear waters, vibrant coral reefs and lush landscapes.

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.

Perched at the southern end of Taiwan, Kaohsiung’s roots date back to the 17th century, when it was a small fishing village. Today, it’s the second most populous city in Taiwan and known as the Harbor Capital. Visitors enjoy visits to the Fo Guang Shan monastery, with its hall of giant Buddhas, and the beautiful landscapes of Kenting National Park.

From the exceptional views across its famous harbour to the sizzling dishes in its glamorous restaurants, you’re sure to fall in love with Hong Kong.

Spend your day at sea with an exclusive to Seven Seas Explorer Gourmet Explorer Tour, savour the tastes of a region and learn new techniques to use in your cooking. For a workout head to the fitness centre to keep up with your routine. Fancy a pastry or a gourmet sandwich, then Coffee Connection is the place for you. For a taste of the West End, the Constellation Theatre will show case anything from an inspiring singalong to a full-scale musical review.

Take in Halong Bay’s splendid scenery as you wind your way through a dramatic archipelago of lake-filled, tropical forest-topped limestone karsts.

Spend your day at sea with an exclusive to Seven Seas Explorer Gourmet Explorer Tour, savour the tastes of a region and learn new techniques to use in your cooking. For a workout head to the fitness centre to keep up with your routine. Fancy a pastry or a gourmet sandwich, then Coffee Connection is the place for you. For a taste of the West End, the Constellation Theatre will show case anything from an inspiring singalong to a full-scale musical review.

Nha Trang, on the south-central coast of Vietnam, supports a population of 300,000 or so but retains a welcoming small-town ambience. A resort town, it is flanked by nearly 10 kilometres of glorious shore, lapped by seas that are pleasantly tepid year-round.

The 3,000-mile Mekong River runs throughout Asia and affords an experience of the continent like no other.

Spend your day at sea with an exclusive to Seven Seas Explorer Gourmet Explorer Tour, savour the tastes of a region and learn new techniques to use in your cooking. For a workout head to the fitness centre to keep up with your routine. Fancy a pastry or a gourmet sandwich, then Coffee Connection is the place for you. For a taste of the West End, the Constellation Theatre will show case anything from an inspiring singalong to a full-scale musical review.

Diamond-shaped Pulau Ujong is Singapore's main island and it's bursting with colour, energy and culture.

Spend your day at sea with an exclusive to Seven Seas Explorer Gourmet Explorer Tour, savour the tastes of a region and learn new techniques to use in your cooking. For a workout head to the fitness centre to keep up with your routine. Fancy a pastry or a gourmet sandwich, then Coffee Connection is the place for you. For a taste of the West End, the Constellation Theatre will show case anything from an inspiring singalong to a full-scale musical review.

A busy, cramped and frenetic city, Bangkok has a reputation of bombarding your senses. Centuries of history collide with a fast-paced modern lifestyle.

Koh Samui is Thailand's third largest island. Surrounded by eighty smaller islands, this stunning, natural beauty has been relatively undiscovered until recent years. Rumor claims that in 1971 the first tourists to set foot on Koh Samui were hippies who arrived by way of a coconut boat from Bangkok. While Koh Samui still exports up to 2 million coconuts to Bangkok every month, recent urban developments include a no-frills airport and an ostentatious Reggae bar.

Spend your day at sea with an exclusive to Seven Seas Explorer Gourmet Explorer Tour, savour the tastes of a region and learn new techniques to use in your cooking. For a workout head to the fitness centre to keep up with your routine. Fancy a pastry or a gourmet sandwich, then Coffee Connection is the place for you. For a taste of the West End, the Constellation Theatre will show case anything from an inspiring singalong to a full-scale musical review.

In the Malaysian capital of Kuala Lumpur, head straight for the city where historic temples unite with fashionable skyscrapers and lush parks.

Spend your day at sea with an exclusive to Seven Seas Explorer Gourmet Explorer Tour, savour the tastes of a region and learn new techniques to use in your cooking. For a workout head to the fitness centre to keep up with your routine. Fancy a pastry or a gourmet sandwich, then Coffee Connection is the place for you. For a taste of the West End, the Constellation Theatre will show case anything from an inspiring singalong to a full-scale musical review.

Spend your day at sea with an exclusive to Seven Seas Explorer Gourmet Explorer Tour, savour the tastes of a region and learn new techniques to use in your cooking. For a workout head to the fitness centre to keep up with your routine. Fancy a pastry or a gourmet sandwich, then Coffee Connection is the place for you. For a taste of the West End, the Constellation Theatre will show case anything from an inspiring singalong to a full-scale musical review.

Jakarta is the capital and largest city of Indonesia, located on the northwest coast of Java. It is sprawling with shopping malls and traditional markets, and is known for its inexpensive, but fair quality textile and fashion products. Don’t miss the Istiqlal Mosque, the largest in Southeast Asia, and the National Monument in Merdeka Square. Visit the National Museum to learn more about the cultural heritage of Indonesia.

Semarang is a city on the north coast of the island of Java, Indonesia. A major port during the Dutch colonial era, the city is known in Indonesia for its large ethnically Chinese population. Today, Semarang is a commercial port and administrative capital of Central Java. More a business center than a city for tourists, it is, however, an excellent gateway to the mountainous interior of Central Java and only some 60 miles away from world-famous Borobudur.

Surabaya is the gateway to a world of wonders, from Buddhist temples to Arab quarters. You will notice the vast differences in architecture as you move around the various neighborhoods. In particular, tour the Sampoerna Museum, a well-preserved historical site built in the 19th-century Dutch colonial-style. Also, visit the Grand Mosque of Surabaya and witness the tall minaret, with exquisite bright blue and green mosaic titles on the top of the pyramid-looking roof and dome. It’s a 21st-century masterpiece showcasing stylish religious structural design and layout. There’s plenty to do in the city center of Surabaya, whether you’re a history buff, a relentless shopper or an intrepid foodie.

Beautiful Bali is everything you imagine it will be; humbling temples, tranquil lakes, traditional villages, idyllic sands and thriving paddy fields.

Lombok is an Indonesian island east of Bali and west of Sumbawa, part of the Lesser Sunda Island chain. It's known for beaches and surfing spots, particularly at Kuta and Banko Banko (in south Lombok). The motor-vehicle-free Gili Islands (Gili Trawangan, Gili Air and Gili Meno), off Lombok’s west coast, offer more beaches, reefs for diving and snorkeling, and a sea turtle hatchery.

One of 17,000 islands in Indonesia, Komodo Island is famous for its bright blue waters, steep sloping hills, and the four thousand giant lizards who call the island home.

Spend your day at sea with an exclusive to Seven Seas Explorer Gourmet Explorer Tour, savour the tastes of a region and learn new techniques to use in your cooking. For a workout head to the fitness centre to keep up with your routine. Fancy a pastry or a gourmet sandwich, then Coffee Connection is the place for you. For a taste of the West End, the Constellation Theatre will show case anything from an inspiring singalong to a full-scale musical review.

Nestled on the northern coastline of Australia, Darwin stands as a vibrant gateway to the country's untamed wilderness and a testament to resilience.

Spend your day at sea with an exclusive to Seven Seas Explorer Gourmet Explorer Tour, savour the tastes of a region and learn new techniques to use in your cooking. For a workout head to the fitness centre to keep up with your routine. Fancy a pastry or a gourmet sandwich, then Coffee Connection is the place for you. For a taste of the West End, the Constellation Theatre will show case anything from an inspiring singalong to a full-scale musical review.

Spend your day at sea with an exclusive to Seven Seas Explorer Gourmet Explorer Tour, savour the tastes of a region and learn new techniques to use in your cooking. For a workout head to the fitness centre to keep up with your routine. Fancy a pastry or a gourmet sandwich, then Coffee Connection is the place for you. For a taste of the West End, the Constellation Theatre will show case anything from an inspiring singalong to a full-scale musical review.

Nestled within the lush embrace of Australia's tropical north, Cooktown beckons adventurers with its unique blend of history, untamed landscapes and cultural diversity.

A friendly city loved by residents and popular with tourists. More than just a gateway to the Great Barrier Reef, Cairns offers plenty to do.

Nestled along the sun-kissed shores of North Queensland, Townsville is a vibrant coastal city that effortlessly balances a relaxed tropical lifestyle with modern urban charm.

Airlie Beach, a coastal town in Queensland, Australia, is a vibrant hub nestled against the aquamarine waters of the Whitsundays.

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Cosmopolitan Brisbane attracts millions of visitors each year thanks to its eclectic mix of attractions, beautiful skyline and climate.

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From the Sydney Opera House to Bondi Beach, man and Mother Nature contribute in equal measure to this splendid city.