Silver Muse · July 2027
Itinerary & Ports
12 days sailing Japan — from Tokyo along the coast of Honshu to Hokkaido and back.
12
Days
8
Ports of Call
2
Countries
Silver Muse
Ship
Ports of Call
The Land of the Rising Sun
Spend 12 days exploring Japan aboard Silver Muse, sailing from Tokyo along the coast of Honshu. Visit Osaka's street-food capital via Kobe, the reflective city of Hiroshima, and Kanazawa's preserved samurai districts. Taste distinctive flavors from Niigata's renowned sake breweries to Hakodate's legendary seafood markets — a journey of nature, history, and culinary artistry.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
All times and ports subject to change. Shore excursions available at each port of call.
Tokyo (Yokohama)
Japan
Welcome Reception followed by PlumpJack Wine-paired dinner #1
Your adventure begins in Tokyo — one of the world's most electrifying cities. Embark Silver Muse at Yokohama, Tokyo's historic port distr…
A glorious day at sea as Silver Muse glides through the Pacific toward the Kansai coast. Settle into the rhythm of life aboard — indulge in the Zagara Beauty Spa, join a PlumpJack Collection of Wines …
Kobe
Japan
PlumpJack Wine-paired dinner #2, July 6th
Silver Muse overnights in Kobe, giving you two full days to explore this cosmopolitan port city. Kobe is world-famous for its exquisitely marbled Kobe beef, …
Hiroshima
Japan
Few cities carry as much historical weight as Hiroshima, yet today it stands as a powerful symbol of peace, resilience, and renewal. The Peace Memorial Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. A short fe…
PlumpJack Wine Tasting
Another peaceful day at sea as Silver Muse crosses the Korea Strait. Enjoy the ship's S.A.L.T. Kitchen for a destination-inspired lunch, take in an enrichment lecture on Korean…
Busan
South Korea
South Korea's second city bursts with energy, color, and flavor. The pastel-painted hillside houses of Gamcheon Culture Village cascade down to the sea, while the bustling Jagalchi Fish Market — the l…
Sakaiminato
Japan
A charming fishing port on the Shimane Peninsula, Sakaiminato is the birthplace of manga artist Shigeru Mizuki. Beyond the manga trail, it is a gateway to the mystical Izumo Taisha Grand Shrine and th…
Kanazawa
Japan
Often called "Little Kyoto," Kanazawa is one of Japan's best-preserved castle towns. Kenroku-en, considered one of Japan's three great landscape gardens, is a masterpiece of seasonal beauty. The city …
Niigata
Japan
Niigata sits on the coast of the Sea of Japan, surrounded by some of the country's most fertile rice-growing plains. This is the heartland of Japanese sake culture — the region produces more premium s…
Hakodate (Hokkaido)
Japan
Hakodate is one of Japan's most romantic port cities, perched at the southern tip of Hokkaido. Its famous night view from Mount Hakodate is ranked among the world's top three night views. The Kanemori…
The Art of Travel Hosted Farewell Cocktail Reception
A final day at sea to savor the last of Japan's coastal scenery, enjoy a PlumpJack Collection of Wines farewell reception, and reflect on an extra…
Tokyo (Yokohama)
Japan
PlumpJack Farewell Wine-paired dinner #3
Your Japan voyage concludes back in Tokyo, where Silver Muse docks at Yokohama. Disembark refreshed and inspired, with memories of ancient temples, volcanic c…
Pre & Post Cruise Extensions
Land & Hotel Packages
Extend your Japan adventure with immersive multi-day land programs before or after your voyage. All extensions include luxury accommodation, private transfers, and expert guided experiences.
Pre-CruisePre-Cruise Tokyo City Stays by Silversea
Tokyo, Japan
Immerse yourself in the dazzling contrasts of Tokyo before your voyage begins. From the neon-lit streets of Shinjuku and the iconic Shibuya crossing to the serene Meiji Shrine and the historic Senso-ji temple in Asakusa, Tokyo is a city that never stops surprising. Enjoy two nights in a luxury hotel with private transfers, guided sightseeing, and a traditional kaiseki welcome dinner.
- ✓Luxury hotel accommodation
- ✓Private airport transfer
- ✓Guided city tour
- ✓Welcome kaiseki dinner
- ✓Senso-ji & Meiji Shrine visits
Pre-CruiseMt. Fuji & Lake Kawaguchi
Kyoto, Japan
Japan's ancient imperial capital rewards those who linger. Spend three nights exploring Kyoto's extraordinary concentration of UNESCO World Heritage Sites — the golden Kinkaku-ji pavilion, the thousands of vermilion torii gates at Fushimi Inari, the Arashiyama bamboo grove, and the preserved geisha district of Gion. A private tea ceremony and sake tasting are included.
- ✓3 nights luxury ryokan or hotel
- ✓Private guided tours
- ✓Fushimi Inari & Kinkaku-ji
- ✓Arashiyama bamboo grove
- ✓Private tea ceremony & sake tasting
Pre-CruiseImperial Japan
Hakone, Japan
Escape to the volcanic highlands of Hakone for two nights of pure indulgence. Soak in an open-air onsen (hot spring bath) with views of Mount Fuji, cruise across the caldera lake on a pirate ship, and ride the Hakone Ropeway over steaming volcanic vents. Stay in a traditional ryokan with multi-course kaiseki dinners and yukata robes — a quintessentially Japanese experience.
- ✓Traditional ryokan with onsen
- ✓Mount Fuji views
- ✓Hakone Ropeway & Lake Ashi cruise
- ✓Kaiseki dinner included
- ✓Private transfers
Post-CruisePost-Cruise Tokyo City Stays by Silversea
Tokyo, Japan
Immerse yourself in the dazzling contrasts of Tokyo before your voyage begins. From the neon-lit streets of Shinjuku and the iconic Shibuya crossing to the serene Meiji Shrine and the historic Senso-ji temple in Asakusa, Tokyo is a city that never stops surprising. Enjoy two nights in a luxury hotel with private transfers, guided sightseeing, and a traditional kaiseki welcome dinner.
- ✓Luxury hotel accommodation
- ✓Private airport transfer
- ✓Guided city tour
- ✓Welcome kaiseki dinner
- ✓Senso-ji & Meiji Shrine visits
Post-CruiseMt. Fuji & Lake Kawaguchi
Osaka, Japan
Known as Japan's kitchen, Osaka is a paradise for food lovers. Spend two nights exploring the neon-drenched Dotonbori canal district, sampling takoyaki (octopus balls), okonomiyaki (savory pancakes), and kushikatsu (skewered delicacies). Visit the magnificent Osaka Castle, explore the Kuromon Ichiba market, and enjoy a private street food tour with a local chef guide.
- ✓2 nights luxury hotel
- ✓Private street food tour
- ✓Osaka Castle visit
- ✓Dotonbori canal walk
- ✓Kuromon Ichiba market
Post-CruiseImperial Japan
Nara, Japan
Japan's first permanent capital is home to over 1,000 free-roaming sacred deer and some of the country's oldest and largest Buddhist temples. Todai-ji houses the world's largest bronze Buddha statue, while Kasuga Taisha shrine glows with thousands of stone and bronze lanterns. A perfect day trip or overnight extension combining with Kyoto or Osaka.
- ✓Todai-ji Great Buddha Hall
- ✓Free-roaming sacred deer
- ✓Kasuga Taisha shrine
- ✓Luxury hotel accommodation
- ✓Private guided tour
Pricing is per person based on double occupancy. Extensions are operated by Silversea and subject to availability. Contact your travel advisor to book.
Additional Options
Silversea Hotel Package Only
Prefer a hotel stay without a land program? Choose from Luxury or Ultra-Luxury hotel packages before or after your voyage.
1 Night Luxury Hotel Package
From $740 per person
2 Night Luxury Hotel Package
From $1,350 per person
3 Night Luxury Hotel Package
From $1,950 per person
1 Night Ultra-Luxury Hotel Package
From $1,220 per person
2 Night Ultra-Luxury Hotel Package
From $2,070 per person
3 Night Ultra-Luxury Hotel Package
From $2,910 per person
1 Night Luxury Hotel Package
From $740 per person
2 Night Luxury Hotel Package
From $1,350 per person
3 Night Luxury Hotel Package
From $1,950 per person
1 Night Ultra-Luxury Hotel Package
From $1,220 per person
2 Night Ultra-Luxury Hotel Package
From $2,070 per person
3 Night Ultra-Luxury Hotel Package
From $2,910 per person
Pricing is per person based on double occupancy. Hotel packages are operated by Silversea and subject to availability. Select your preferred option when completing your RSVP.
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