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Samurai, shrines & surprising wildness

Japan is imbued with an allure that has inspired for centuries. Now for the first time ever we’re venturing to this fascinating region—on two new adventurous itineraries. Roam shores brimming with temples, teahouses, and ancient traditions; discover a seldom-seen wild side on subtropical islands where azure waters meet verdant forests; plus, get a taste of Taiwan and Korea too. First impressions are everything—join us aboard National Geographic Resolution on these pioneering inaugural itineraries.

(5) Asia Itineraries

NOTE: For expeditions departing April 2024 onward, Day 1 of our itineraries will no longer reflect “departure from the U.S.” and will reflect “arrival to the city” where your expedition begins.  Durations of expeditions will remain unchanged. More details. 

Alaska

Japan

Asia

New A Journey from Nome to Tokyo: Ring of Fire to Ainu Culture

Duration

20 days
Aug

From

$30,853

Prices are per person

Highlights

Alaska

Japan

Asia

New A Journey from Nome to Tokyo: Ring of Fire to Ainu Culture

Duration

20 days
Aug

From

$30,853

Top Highlights

  • Watch for a profusion of rare wildlife in Alaska’s Pribilof and Aleutian Islands: from whiskered auklets and northern fur seals to Steller’s sea eagles and brown bears
  • Search for the sacred red-crowned crane on a visit to the wetlands of Kushiro in Hokkaido
  • Learn about the culture of Hokkaido’s indigenous Ainu people on visits to a village and a living history museum

Japan

Asia

New Coastal Japan: Imperial Dynasties and Modern Culture 

Duration

15 days
Sep

From

$28,057

Prices are per person

Highlights

Japan

Asia

New Coastal Japan: Imperial Dynasties and Modern Culture 

Duration

15 days
Sep

From

$28,057

Top Highlights

  • Delve into the history of the samurai and their feudal lords while visiting castles and samurai districts in Kanazawa, Matsue, and Uwajima
  • Explore the cultural legacy of Korea’s Silla Dynasty among the ancient ruins of Gyeongju, a UNESCO World Heritage site
  • Get inspired on the art-filled island of Naoshima, and visit museums and studios dedicated to artists and traditional handicrafts in Matsue and Takamatsu

Asia

New India by Land and River: Taj Mahal, Safaris and the Brahmaputra

Duration

18 days
Apr

From

$21,068

Prices are per person

Highlights

Asia

New India by Land and River: Taj Mahal, Safaris and the Brahmaputra

Duration

18 days
Apr

From

$21,068

Top Highlights

  • Explore the rugged coastline of the Russian Far East aboard the National Geographic Orion, stepping ashore at remote Koryak villages and hiking through breathtaking fjords and valleys.
  • Witness a profusion of rare wildlife from the deck of our ship or aboard a nimble Zodiac, from whiskered auklets and northern fur seals to Steller’s sea eagles and brown bears.
  • Navigate the Kuril Islands, located between the Kamchatka Peninsula and Japan’s Hokkaido island, and marvel at their fascinating geology as you trek the tundra-covered volcanic slopes.
  • Spot the sacred red-crowned crane on a visit to the wetlands of Kushiro in Hokkaido, and learn about the unique culture of Japan’s indigenous Ainu people.

Asia

New India Expedition: Kolkata, Kaziranga and the Brahmaputra River

Duration

11 days
Apr

From

$11,546

Prices are per person

Highlights

Asia

New India Expedition: Kolkata, Kaziranga and the Brahmaputra River

Duration

11 days
Apr

From

$11,546

Top Highlights

  • Explore the rugged coastline of the Russian Far East aboard the National Geographic Orion, stepping ashore at remote Koryak villages and hiking through breathtaking fjords and valleys.
  • Witness a profusion of rare wildlife from the deck of our ship or aboard a nimble Zodiac, from whiskered auklets and northern fur seals to Steller’s sea eagles and brown bears.
  • Navigate the Kuril Islands, located between the Kamchatka Peninsula and Japan’s Hokkaido island, and marvel at their fascinating geology as you trek the tundra-covered volcanic slopes.
  • Spot the sacred red-crowned crane on a visit to the wetlands of Kushiro in Hokkaido, and learn about the unique culture of Japan’s indigenous Ainu people.

Vietnam & Cambodia aboard The Jahan

Asia

Sailing Vietnam and Cambodia’s Mekong River Aboard The Jahan

Duration

13 days
  1. Jan
  2. Feb

From

$14,992

Prices are per person

Highlights

Vietnam & Cambodia aboard The Jahan

Asia

Sailing Vietnam and Cambodia’s Mekong River Aboard The Jahan

Duration

13 days
  1. Jan
  2. Feb

From

$14,992

Top Highlights

  • Sail the Mekong River in comfort on a seven-night journey aboard The Jahan riverboat
  • Spend two days exploring the legendary religious sites of Angkor in the company of our experts and local guides
  • Visit communities and learn the ways of life along the Mekong River, including subsistence fishing and small industries

Expedition Highlights

Contrast the brightly lit metropolis of Tokyo with the narrow, winding streets of Kanazawa’s well-preserved samurai districts. Discover fascinating tales of feudal lords while visiting their castles, shrines, and gardens. And see firsthand how the Japanese have elevated everyday rituals—tea, sake, kimonos, sushi, floral arranging—into spectacular art forms. Only 400 of Japan’s nearly 7,000 islands are inhabited. Our explorations also take us beyond the populous borders of Honshu into wilder realms. Or snorkel through crystal waters that are home to sea turtles, manta rays, and the elusive Okinawa dugong. In Taiwan’s Yehliu Geopark, witness incredible hoodoo spires.

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I came here having no idea what to expect, but it’s just been magical. The food, the scenery, the people, the wildlife, all of it.
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