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Odyssey in the heart of Japan’s subtropical islands

Hong Kong - Naha, Okinawa

Dates:
22/2/2026
to  6/3/2026

13
days
12
nights on board
Starting from*
AU$12,790
per person
30% Ponant Bonus

PONANT is the first cruise company to take you to the heart of the sublime landscapes of the tropical islands in southern Japan during a cruise. On this 12-day itinerary aboard Le Jacques Cartier, from Hong Kong to Naha, you will discover the rich natural heritage, traditional villages and craft of the Okinawa, Yaeyama and Sakishima Islands, in the Ryukyu archipelago.

From the “Pearl of the Orient”, Hong Kong, you will set sail for the southern islands of Japan, including Ishigaki, the largest island in the Yaeyama archipelago.  In the heart of the magnificent Iriomote-Ishigaki National Park, you will be able to enjoy the dynamic atmosphere of the eponymous city or discover Kabira Bay, renowned for its idyllic scenery, combining crystal-clear turquoise water and beaches of white sand. 

Following a port of call in the picturesque village of Taketomijima, with its traditional Okinawan dwellings and its idyllic sandy expanses, Le Jacques Cartier will sail south to the island of Iriomotejima. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, this little corner of paradise will enchant you with its authentic and preserved character, with its wild beaches lying alongside traditional villages surrounded by luxurious tropical forest: jungle, mangrove, rivers, waterfalls. This unique biodiversity is made up of many endemic species.  

The landscapes on the remote island of Yonagunijima, the easternmost of the Ryukyu Islands, offer a striking contrast: cliffs, windswept meadows, wild horses. The beauty of its sea-beds and their mysterious rocky formations will delight the most experienced divers.

After calling at the stunning Miyako Island, you will head for Kumejima, the island that linked Okinawa to China in the past. Famous for its ‘Eisa’, a form of folk dance performed to the rhythm of traditional drums, this multifaceted island will reveal itself through its natural treasures: the mythical Mifuga rock formation or the idyllic beach of Hatenohama, a point of reference for fans of the underwater world.  You will also call at Iheya Island, Okinawa’s northernmost territory, where the traditional culture of the region is preserved. You will be able to discover a few aspects of this through a traditional “Eisa” show featuring traditional drums.

Then, on the western coast of the island of Okinawa, fall under the spell of Motobu and its idyllic beaches bordered by breathtaking nature. Your final port of call will be Zamami, in the Kerama Islands. You will enjoy the unspoiled beauty of this pristine island, known the world over for the distinctive blue of the surrounding sea, called “Kerama blue”. The sea life in the area is also exceptionally rich and sea turtles can often be spotted swimming among the coral. 

Your cruise will draw an end in Naha, your port of disembarkation, on the island of Okinawa.


Ref : EX220226


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Your itinerary - Odyssey in the heart of Japan’s subtropical islands

A unique cruise to discover the sublime landscapes of the subtropical islands of southern Japan. The presence of an experienced team of naturalist-guides. Enjoy a carefully selected program of included...


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Choose your stateroom

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Deluxe Stateroom Deck 3
 

(19 m²)

From AU$12,790 per person
30% Ponant Bonus

Prestige Stateroom Deck 4
 

(19 m²)

From AU$14,190 per person
30% Ponant Bonus

Prestige Stateroom Deck 5
 

(19 m²)

From AU$14,900 per person
30% Ponant Bonus

Prestige Stateroom Deck 6
 

(19 m²)

From AU$15,720 per person
30% Ponant Bonus

Deluxe Suite Deck 5
 

(27 m²)

From AU$21,890 per person
30% Ponant Bonus

Deluxe Suite Deck 3
 

(27 m²)

From AU$21,890 per person
30% Ponant Bonus

Deluxe Suite Deck 6
 

(27 m²)

From AU$21,890 per person
30% Ponant Bonus

Deluxe Suite Deck 4
 

(27 m²)

From AU$21,890 per person
30% Ponant Bonus

Prestige Deck 5
 

(38 m²)

From AU$29,570 per person
30% Ponant Bonus

Prestige Suite Deck 6
 

(38 m²)

From AU$31,100 per person
30% Ponant Bonus

Privilege Suite Deck 6
 

(32 m²)

From AU$32,650 per person
30% Ponant Bonus

Privilege Suite Deck 5
 

(32 m²)

From AU$32,650 per person
30% Ponant Bonus

Grand Deluxe Suite Deck 6
 

(45 m²)

From AU$35,860 per person
30% Ponant Bonus

Owner's Suite Deck 5
 

(45 m²)

From AU$53,450 per person



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Shore Excursions, Overlands & Pre/Post Programmes
To complete your voyage, PONANT can organise a range of shore excursions, pre & post cruise activities and packages, plus transfers.


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