8 Night Best Of Japan Cruise
Royal Caribbean · Spectrum of the Seas
Depart
Oct 24, 2026
Return
Nov 1, 2026
Port
Baoshan (Shanghai)
Nights
8 nights
At a glance
- Built
- 2019
- Tonnage
- 168666
- Cabins
- 2137
- Crew
- 1,551
Marvel at the newest and fourth ship in the Quantum Class, Spectrum of the Seas. Featuring the same groundbreaking venues as its sister ships, Quantum of the Seas, Anthem of the Seas and Ovation of the Seas, this ship is continuing to take cruisers to new heights. Spectrum will offer guests a variety of activities, entertainment and dining options.
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On board
Diamond Lounge
English pub
Noodle Bar Counter
Itinerary
Cruise from Baoshan (Shanghai) and back
Day 1Shanghai (Baoshan), ChinaOct 24, 2026 • Departs at: 4:30 pm
When you cruise from Shanghai, check the essential items off the to-do list: See the classical architecture of the Bund neighborhood and walk among the smell of tea and incense in the fortified Old City. Then, if you have extra time, see the nearby Qibao Ancient Town — check out the pagoda-like bell tower, see Qibao Template (it dates back to the 900s) and snap pics of the photogenic bridges and buildings along the Puhui River.
Day 2At SeaOct 25, 2026
Day 3Sakaiminato, JapanOct 26, 2026 • Arrives at: 9 am • Departs at: 7 pm
Day 4Kyoto (Maizuru), JapanOct 27, 2026 • Arrives at: 7 am • Departs at: 5 pm
Day 5Niigata, JapanOct 28, 2026 • Arrives at: 8 am • Departs at: 5 pm
Niigata is the place to go to experience Japan's natural bounty. With four seasons of dramatic beauty – with a full month of cherry blossoms in spring, lush greenery in summer, golden hues in autumn and snow-capped mountains in winter – this port city on the Sea of Japan is a nature lover's dream. Cruise to Niigata and head to Bandai Pier, where you can sample the most famed white fish in Japan from the local vendors. Explore the Niigata's opulent history at the tatami-clad Northern Culture Museum. Indulge your inner geek at the interactive Niigata Manga and Animation Museum. Or take the cable car to the summit of Yuzawa – you can ski here in winter and take in panoramic views year-round.
Day 6Hakodate, JapanOct 29, 2026 • Arrives at: 7:30 am • Departs at: 7 pm
Hakodate overflows with historic architecture and steamy hot springs . Located along Hokkaido's southwestern tip, it's the perfect spot to begin exploring this island's unique history and culture during your vacation. Cruise to Hakodate and start your day at the morning Hakodate-Asaichi, or Morning Market, and tuck into a hearty kaisendon, a bowl of ultra-fresh sashimi fish over steamed rice. Then, relax with a soak in the Yunokawa hot springs on Hakodate's outskirts, or check out Goryokaku Fort — the nearby tower lets you take in a bird's-eye view of the star-shaped design surrounded by a moat. And don't leave without taking in the million-dollar views of the city from atop Mt. Hakodate.
Day 7At SeaOct 30, 2026
Day 8At SeaOct 31, 2026
Day 9Shanghai (Baoshan), ChinaNov 1, 2026 • Arrives at: 7 am
When you cruise from Shanghai, check the essential items off the to-do list: See the classical architecture of the Bund neighborhood and walk among the smell of tea and incense in the fortified Old City. Then, if you have extra time, see the nearby Qibao Ancient Town — check out the pagoda-like bell tower, see Qibao Template (it dates back to the 900s) and snap pics of the photogenic bridges and buildings along the Puhui River.
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