Crystal Endeavor: August 10–27 2029

schedule

DAY 01 - TOKYO, JAPAN

EMBARK 8:00 AM

TOKYO, JAPAN

From the timeless beauty of the Meji Shrine to the glittering Ginza District and impressive Tokyo Tower, Tokyo is a complex blend of East and West where houses of wood and paper stand beside soaring steel skyscrapers while kimono-clad women stroll along trendy teenagers. Here in this city of more than 11 million people, the timeless Imperial Palace bears testament to Japan’s enduring traditions, existing in a verdant parkland of isolation.

DAY 02 - CRUISING THE COAST OF JAPAN

DAY AT SEA

Aboard the world’s largest and most spacious luxury expedition yacht, you’ll find an array of unmatched experiences to immerse in during your days at sea. Indulge your senses at the serene Crystal Life Spa & Salon, work-out at our state-of-the-art fitness center, and learn about art, history and worldly destinations with our engaging enrichment programs. Or simply lounge poolside in solarium bliss while our attentive crew caters to your every whim. As evening arrives, indulge in the renowned culinary creations of Nobu Matsuhisa, enjoy special wine-makers dinners, lounge in luxurious spaces, or try your luck at the action-packed Resorts World At Sea Casino.

DAY 03 - HAKODATE, JAPAN

MORNING

HAKODATE, JAPAN

Whether you reach the spectacular summit of Mt. Hakodate by gondola or invigorating hike, sprawling vistas of the town below offer a beautiful reward. Venture further into the rich natural wonders to Lake Onuma Park, where trails in every direction lead to adventure and tiny lake islands are just a canoe quest away. In town, the local fish market, modern Motomachi neighborhood and Russian Orthodox Church express the storied past and varied present-day culture of Hakodate.

DAY 04 - RISHIRI ISLAND, JAPAN

MORNING

RISHIRI ISLAND, JAPAN

Along the 39 miles of pristine coastline lie abundant opportunities for active pursuits. Gaze upward as you kayak from shore for expansive views of Mount Rishiri, the dormant volcano that rises from the sea. Ashore, Rishiri Island’s rich woodlands and ecologically significant wetlands paint a nature-lover’s paradise, with invigorating hikes through virgin forests that surround Mount Rishiri’s towering peak.

DAY 05 - KORSAKOV, RUSSIA

MORNING

KORSAKOV, RUSSIA

The Russian city of Korsakov is nestled on the southern end of Sakhalin Island in the Sea of Okhotsk, just north of Japan’s Hokkaido Island. Korsakov is a gateway to the capital of Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk, where the architectural style recalls an earlier Japanese presence. The Sakhalin Regional Museum, with elements of European and Japanese design, is the best example of this east-meets-west atmosphere and worth a visit. Other attractions include the Church of St. Nicholas, Lenin Square, and more.

DAY 06 - TYULENIY ISLAND, RUSSIA

MORNING

TYULENIY ISLAND, RUSSIA

A nature lover’s wonderland in the sparkling Sea of Okhotsk, little Tyuleniy Island is a breeding ground for northern fur seals and Steller sea lions. Not surprisingly, its name translates to “seal” in Russian. During the summer months, the rocky island is virtually blanketed in sea mammals barking, bellowing and jostling for the best locations. Other wildlife species literally flock to the island as well, including common murres and kittiwakes.

DAY 07 - YANKICHA AND SREDNEGO ISLANDS, RUSSIA

MORNING

YANKICHA AND SREDNEGO ISLANDS, RUSSIA

An island of jaw-dropping beauty, tiny Yankicha is the tip of an extinct volcano and one of two islets that form Ushishir Island in the middle of the Russian Kurils. The centerpiece of this lush, green gem of an island is its steep-walled caldera that becomes a glistening lagoon during high tide. Its cliffs and grassy slopes attract scores of birds and a few foxes. Srednego, a speck of an island to the north, is known as a breeding ground for northern fur seals.

DAY 08 - PARAMUSHIR AND ATLASOVA ISLANDS, RUSSIA

MORNING

PARAMUSHIR AND ATLASOVA ISLANDS, RUSSIA

Off the southern tip of Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula, in the Sea of Okhotsk, are Paramushir and Atlasov islands, part of the volcanic Kuril chain. Paramushir, the largest of the northern Kurils, exudes a natural beauty partly blemished by the presence of abandoned whaling stations. Sea otters are often spotted in its pristine waters. Also visible from its shores is nearby Atlasov, a speck of an island majestically crowned by the Alaid Volcano, the tallest volcano in the Kuril Islands.

DAY 09 - RUSSKAYA/TIKHIRKA BAY AND CAPE KEKURNY

MORNING

RUSSKAYA/TIKHIRKA BAY AND CAPE KEKURNY

The breathtaking southeastern coast of Russia’s lush, volcanic Kamchatka Peninsula is dotted with several cozy inlets of the Pacific Ocean. One of the most stunning is Russkaya, a pristine fjord-like bay known for its rookery of Steller sea lions and occasional visits from orca whales. Nearby tiny Tikhirka Bay, to the north, and Cape Kekurnyy, to the south, are magnets for an array of wildlife, including sea otters, spotted seals, Steller’s sea eagles, and more.

DAY 10-11 - CRUISING THE ZHUPANOVA RIVER, RUSSIA

MORNING

ZHUPANOVA RIVER, RUSSIA

One of the world’s great rivers, the Zhupanova lies on the eastern side of the Kamchatka Peninsula in the Russian Far East. Winding through a scenic landscape of volcanoes, meadows and forests, this gorgeous waterway is renowned for its abundance of salmon, rainbow trout and char. Not surprisingly, brown bears are often spotted along the shore, and seals may be seen lounging on sandbars. For bird-watchers, the enormous Steller’s sea eagle may be the best attraction of all.

DAY 11 - MORZOVAYA BAY, RUSSIA

MORZOVAYA BAY, RUSSIA

A magical scenery of emerald-green mountains dappled with snow welcomes you to serene Morzovaya Bay. Nestled snuggly on the eastern shores of Russia’s volcano-dotted Kamchatka Peninsula, north of the city of Petropavlovsk and south of the Zhupanova River, this cozy crystalline inlet of the Pacific Ocean is a nature lover’s paradise. Brown bears and seals as well as Steller’s sea eagles may be spotted in this isolated oasis.

DAY 12 - CRUISING THE SEA OF OKHOTSK

DAY AT SEA

Aboard the world’s largest and most spacious luxury expedition yacht, you’ll find an array of unmatched experiences to immerse in during your days at sea. Indulge your senses at the serene Crystal Life Spa & Salon, work-out at our state-of-the-art fitness center, and learn about art, history and worldly destinations with our engaging enrichment programs. Or simply lounge poolside in solarium bliss while our attentive crew caters to your every whim. As evening arrives, indulge in the renowned culinary creations of Nobu Matsuhisa, enjoy special wine-makers dinners, lounge in luxurious spaces, or try your luck at the action-packed Resorts World At Sea Casino.

DAY 13-14 - CHIRPOY ISLAND, RUSSIA

MORNING

CHIRPOY ISLAND, RUSSIA

Pristine Chirpoy Island is situated in the Russian Kurils, a string of island gems bordering the southeastern edge of the sparkling Sea of Okhotsk. Home to steaming volcanoes, jade-green plateaus and black-sand beaches, this uninhabited island has dramatic headlands often blanketed with nesting kittiwakes, puffins and guillemots, making it a bird-watcher’s dream. The surrounding waters also attract an abundance of wildlife, including orca whales and Steller sea lions.

DAY 15 - OTARU, JAPAN

MORNING

OTARU, JAPAN

A small harbor city, Otaru once played a pivotal role as a fishing and trade port, its main canal still a beautifully preserved representation of that era. Today, the canal district is illuminated with character by old-fashioned gas lamps, lined with warehouses that have been transformed into museums, shops and restaurants. Adventure seekers have an easy quest from Otaru to Mount Yotei, the active stratovolcano that offers challenging hikes and extreme crater skiing.

DAY 16 - CRUISING THE COAST OF JAPAN

DAY AT SEA

Aboard the world’s largest and most spacious luxury expedition yacht, you’ll find an array of unmatched experiences to immerse in during your days at sea. Indulge your senses at the serene Crystal Life Spa & Salon, work-out at our state-of-the-art fitness center, and learn about art, history and worldly destinations with our engaging enrichment programs. Or simply lounge poolside in solarium bliss while our attentive crew caters to your every whim. As evening arrives, indulge in the renowned culinary creations of Nobu Matsuhisa, enjoy special wine-makers dinners, lounge in luxurious spaces, or try your luck at the action-packed Resorts World At Sea Casino.

DAY 17 - TOKYO, JAPAN

AFTERNOON

TOKYO, JAPAN

From the timeless beauty of the Meji Shrine to the glittering Ginza District and impressive Tokyo Tower, Tokyo is a complex blend of East and West where houses of wood and paper stand beside soaring steel skyscrapers while kimono-clad women stroll along trendy teenagers. Here in this city of more than 11 million people, the timeless Imperial Palace bears testament to Japan’s enduring traditions, existing in a verdant parkland of isolation.

DISEMBARK - TOKYO, JAPAN

MORNING

TOKYO, JAPAN

From the timeless beauty of the Meji Shrine to the glittering Ginza District and impressive Tokyo Tower, Tokyo is a complex blend of East and West where houses of wood and paper stand beside soaring steel skyscrapers while kimono-clad women stroll along trendy teenagers. Here in this city of more than 11 million people, the timeless Imperial Palace bears testament to Japan’s enduring traditions, existing in a verdant parkland of isolation.

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