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Departure
Sunday, April 11, 2027
Arrival
Sunday, May 9, 2027
Duration
28 nights
Departing from
Tokyo, JPArriving at
Vancouver, CAShip
ms Westerdam
Cruise Line
Holland America Line
Sunday, April 11, 2027
Tokyo is Japan's capital and a growing Asia-Pacific cruise homeport, with ships docking at Yokohama's Osanbashi Pier (45 minutes south) or the Tokyo International Cruise Terminal at Daiba. From Daiba, the Yurikamome rail line reaches central Tokyo in 25 minutes. The Imperial Palace gardens, Senso-ji temple in Asakusa, Shibuya crossing, and the Tsukiji outer market are the classic stops. Mount Fuji excursions are weather-dependent.
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Tuesday, April 20, 2027
Otaru is a historic port town on Hokkaido's west coast, serving as one of two cruise options for the Sapporo area. Ships dock at the Otaru Cruise Terminal steps from the Otaru Canal — a photogenic stretch of gas-lamp-lit warehouses now hosting glass and music-box workshops. The Sakaimachi street of historic bank buildings fills an in-town day. Sapporo's Odori Park and Ramen Alley are about 45 minutes by train.
Thursday, April 22, 2027
Tokyo is Japan's capital and a growing Asia-Pacific cruise homeport, with ships docking at Yokohama's Osanbashi Pier (45 minutes south) or the Tokyo International Cruise Terminal at Daiba. From Daiba, the Yurikamome rail line reaches central Tokyo in 25 minutes. The Imperial Palace gardens, Senso-ji temple in Asakusa, Shibuya crossing, and the Tsukiji outer market are the classic stops. Mount Fuji excursions are weather-dependent.
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North America's largest tidewater glacier at 76 miles long. Scenic cruising only — no docking.
Monday, April 26, 2027
Alaska's capital city, accessible only by sea or air. Famous for Mendenhall Glacier and whale watching.
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The 'Salmon Capital of the World' and first port of call for northbound ships. Known for totem poles and Creek Street.
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Canada Place cruise terminal. Major departure point for Alaska Inside Passage cruises.
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