East Asia Expedition: From the Wild North to Hiroshima’s Heritage
10 nights
SH Minerva
3 Oct '28Cruise overview
Itinerary
Otaru
Otaru is a small harbor city west of Sapporo. Famous for its many hills and a nearby ski resort, the town has been an important trade and herring fishing center. A wide canal that led from the port to the old town’s warehouses has been maintained for touristic purposes and the old stone or brick-built warehouses have been beautifully converted to restaurants and boutiques
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Hakodate
Sakata
Sado
Ine
Maizuru
Sakaiminato
Busan
Karatsu
Cruise Kanmon Strait
Hiroshima
Premium Suite
Spacious and beautifully appointed, these suites feature a king size bed, separate living area and flame effect fireplace. A luxurious ensuite bathroom with bath and shower, walk in wardrobe and private balcony complete the experience.
Amenities
- Lounge area
- Shower room
- Walk-in wardrobe
- Espresso machine
- Binoculars
- Turndown treats
Ship features
SH Minerva blends elegance and expeditionary strength, offering comfort, enrichment, and adventure across the world’s remote frontiers.
- All-balcony or ocean-view staterooms for 152 guests
- Hybrid propulsion and low-emission design
- Three restaurants serving international cuisine
- Expedition lab and citizen-science programme
- Outdoor heated pool and hot tub
- Observation Lounge with 270-degree views
- Spa, sauna, and fitness centre
- Fleet of Zodiacs and kayaks for exploration
- Onboard lectures by scientists and historians
- Itineraries spanning Antarctica, the Arctic & South America