Hokkaido, Aleutian Islands And Alaska: Pristine Appeal
17 nights
HANSEATIC spirit
26 Jun '27Cruise overview
Foreign worlds along the Ring of Fire: travel beyond your dreams when the small HANSEATIC spirit combines Asian and North American contrasts. From the rich culture of summery Hokkaido to the remote Aleutian Islands and up to the wilderness of Alaska in the far north.
Itinerary
Tomakomai
Okushiri
Hokkaido, Japan’s northernmost island, is a real insider tip. A region that, luckily for you, is underestimated by many. This means that you will be one of the few to discover the unspoilt sides of the island nation. Sparsely populated, with dense forests, clear lakes and volcanoes as far as the eye can see. A contemplative contrast to the hectic urban lifestyle in Asia’s megacities.Off the coast of Hokkaido lie the rocky Okushiri islands, where you can go on nature hikes with your experts. Gain insights here into the lives of the locals – favourite delicacies include sea urchins and abalone mussels. In the midst of idyllic nature, it will be easy for you to understand the Japanese veneration of nature characteristic of Shintoism. Your experts on board will provide deeper insights into your experiences with interesting lectures about the Ainu, the indigenous people of Hokkaido.At the south-eastern tip of Japan's second largest and northernmost main island, Hokkaido, lies the city of Hakodate – dominated by its local mountain at 335 m (1,099 ft) above sea level. From its summit or from the Goryokaku Tower, you can enjoy beautiful views of the city with its famous star-shaped fortress. Hakodate was one of the first Japanese ports to open to foreign ships in 1854. This led to the development of the historic Motomachi district, with its 19th century buildings in the European style. Also of architectural interest is the Future University Hakodate designed by Tokyo architect Riken Yamamoto: with features from 1970s structuralism, the building is a successful example of the high-tech style made famous by Norman Foster.In the east of Hokkaido, the coastal city of Kushiro welcomes you with its great maritime tradition. This is reflected in the fish market, where you can find fresh Sashimi to take you on a culinary voyage of discovery. The city is also known for its fascinating history, since in the late 19th century it became an important centre of national and international trade. Many of its buildings, including the Kushiro City Archive, the Kushiro City Museum and the Kushiro Arts Centre, offer insights into the city’s history and culture. The surrounding area with its many lakes, mountains and rivers, as well as Japan’s largest marshland, provides the natural superlatives.
Okushiri is a district consisting of Okushiri Island, administered as part of Hiyama Subprefecture, Hokkaido, Japan. As of 2004, the district has an estimated population of 3,708 and a density of 25.93 persons per km². The total area is 142.98 km²
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Aleutian Islands, Alaska
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Chignik, Alaska
Katmai National Park and Preserve, Alaska
Kodiak, Alaska
Homer, Alaska
Cruising the Aialik Glacier
Seward, Alaska
Panoramic Cabin
- Heated wall in the bathroom (e. g. for towels and wet parkas)
- Rain shower
- Free mini bar (soft drinks)
- Coffee machine
- Separable beds
- Extensive infotainment with live broadcast and recordings of expert presentations, forward-view camera, navigation chart, films and much more
- Binoculars
- Nordic Walking poles
- 24-hour cabin service
- There is one cabin with fully accessible layout and equipment (cabin 404)
Amenities
- Room Service Available
- TV
- Coffee Machine
- Safe
- Hair Dryer
- Telephone
- Desk
- Double or Twin Configuration
- Lounge Area
- Free Mini Bar
- Media/Entertainment Station
- Shower
Ship features
Accomodation
Inspired by nature
In the cabins and suites, curved lines, natural colours and premium materials come together in a harmonious room concept that promises – and delivers – pure relaxation.
Features of all cabins and suites
- An ocean view with even more: exclusively outside cabins and suites, almost all with balconies or French balconies
- Spaciously designed – enjoy a relaxing stay in rooms from 21 m²/226 ft² up to 71 m²/764 ft² in size
- Exceptionally equipped – for example, with binoculars, Nordic Walking poles, air conditioning, coffee machine and mini bar (free of charge) and 24-hour cabin service
- Separable beds
- Rain shower and heated wall in bathroom (e.g. for towels and wet parkas)
- Extensive infotainment with live broadcast and recordings of expert presentations, forwardview camera, navigation chart, films and much more