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HANSEATIC inspiration - from Keelung to Otaru

Unknown Japan and South Korea - a meeting of opposites in the Far East

HANSEATIC inspiration - from Keelung to Otaru
Cruise INS2507
22.05.2025 - 09.06.2025 (18 days)
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Prices & Booking
    Cruise
    INS2507
    Cruise dates
    22.05.2025 - 09.06.2025

    • A premiere – from Japan’s South Sea Islands along the rarely visited west coast to Hokkaido in the north
    • A small ship makes it possible: the land of smiles off the beaten track
    • Picture-perfect landscapes: flourishing gardens, holy islands, huge mountains and vast national parks
    • Ancient values, new perspectives: fascinating veneration of nature, bathing rituals, shrines and samurai
    • Open-air museums to Asian architecture: admire pagodas, temples and tea houses


    International cruise
    Extend your cruise ashore

    e.g. cruise in a Smart Cabin from

    $ 13,523 per person

    cruise incl. travel packages to / from departure / arrival point from $ 15,887

    Prices & booking
    This is an international cruise (on-board languages: German and English) [Read more]
    Price specials - Attractive combination discount

    Extend your stay with the previous cruise INS2506 and save € 1,500 per person or with the subsequent cruise INS2508 and save € 1,400 per person (applies to PLATINUM fare).

    The highlights of this cruise

    Your ship - HANSEATIC inspiration

    The new expedition class

    The naming ceremony of the HANSEATIC inspiration took place in Hamburg on 11 October 2019. Together with its structurally identically sister ships HANSEATIC nature (2019) and HANSEATIC spirit (2021), the small and state-of-the-art expedition ship explores remote destinations and visits the world’s most fascinating natural landscapes on challenging routes.

    The new expedition class – which offers space for a maximum of 230 guests (or 199 guests on Antarctic cruises and Spitsbergen circumnavigations) – sets standards in terms of variety, comfort and personal space. This is why our ship has more open deck space than any other expedition ship. Find out more! HANSEATIC inspiration was launched in October 2019.

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    Your cabins & suites on HANSEATIC inspiration

    Outside Cabin
    • approx. 22 m²/237 ft² cabins on Deck 4, 5 and 6
    • Heated wall in the bathroom
    • Rain shower
    • Free mini bar (soft drinks)
    • Coffee machine
    • Separable beds
    • 24-hour cabin service
    Panoramic Cabin
    • approx. 21 m²/226 ft² Cabins on Deck 5
    • Heated wall in bathroom
    • Rain shower
    • Free mini bar (soft drinks)
    • Coffee machine
    • Separable beds
    • 24-hour cabin service
    • There is one cabin with fully accessible layout and equipment (cabin 404)
    French Balcony Cabin
    • approx. 21/23 m² (226 ft²/248 ft²) Cabins on Deck 6 and 7
    • Heated wall in the bathroom
    • Rain shower
    • Free mini bar (soft drinks)
    • Coffee machine
    • Separable beds
    • 24-hour cabin service
    Balcony Cabin
    • approx. 27 m²/291 ft² Cabins incl. balcony (approx. 5 m²/54 ft²) on Deck 5, 6 and 7
    • Heated wall in the bathroom
    • Rain shower
    • Free mini bar (soft drinks)
    • Coffee machine
    • Separable beds
    • 24-hour cabin service
    Junior Suite
    • approx. 42 m²/452 ft² Suites on Deck 6 and 7
    • including private balcony (approx. 6 m²/65 ft²)
    • Separate living and sleeping areas
    • Separate dining area
    • Sleeping area with panoramic view
    • Separable beds
    • TV in living and sleeping areas
    • Bathroom with two sinks and rain shower
    • Steam sauna in shower area
    • Heated wall in bathroom
    • Free mini bar with a selection of spirits
    • Coffee machine
    • 24-hour cabin service
    • Butler service
    • Fixed table reservation in the main restaurant, if desired
    Grand Suite
    • approx. 71 m²/764 ft² Suites on Deck 6 and 7
    • including private veranda (approx. 16 m²/172 ft²) with space heaters
    • Separate living and sleeping areas
    • Separate dining area
    • Sleeping area with panoramic view
    • Separable beds
    • TV in living and sleeping areas
    • Daylight bathroom with two sinks, free-standing bath, rain shower and veranda access
    • Steam sauna in shower area
    • Heated wall in bathroom
    • Separate toilet
    • Free mini bar with a selection of spirits
    • Coffee machine
    • 24-hour cabin service
    • Butler service
    • Fixed table reservation in the main restaurant, if desired
    • Free choice of Zodiac group
    Cruise
    INS2507
    Cruise dates
    22.05.2025 - 09.06.2025

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    Optional bookable
    Wednesday, 21.05.2025

    Scheduled flight from Germany to Taipei

    Thursday, 22.05.2025

    Keelung (Taipei)/Taiwan, departure 22.00 hrs

    Friday, 23.05.2025

    Relaxation at sea

    Saturday, 24.05.2025

    Nansei Islands: Naha/Okinawa, from 8.00 to 18.00 hrs

    The Nansei Islands are a new land of smiles right at the beginning. Lush green islets with white sandy beaches and the scent of flowers make visitors think of Hawaii or Bora Bora. But first, the vibrant life of Naha, the capital of the Okinawa Islands, awaits you. You can discover Naha from a culinary perspective on a “Taste of Okinawa” cookery course*. The Nakagusuku Castle ruins* are one of the many monuments on the island and a legacy of the Ryukyu Kingdom, which ruled the region between the 15th and 19th centuries.

    Sunday, 25.05.2025

    Okinoerabu-Shima, from 7.00 to 12.00 hrs

    Largely undiscovered by tourism and rarely visited by cruise ships is Okinoerabu-Shima, an island belonging to the Amami archipelago. Join us on a journey of discovery where deep blue waters, coral reefs and pristine beaches meet an iconic limestone cave system. Tour the sights on your own or with our group of experts.

    Monday, 26.05.2025

    Yakushima, from 8.00 to 18.00 hrs

    Lush cedar forest, which has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site, awaits you on Yakushima. When trekking in the cloud forest*, rhododendrons, mosses and lichens appear particularly mystical, accompanied by the sounds of numerous species of bird as well as macaques.

    Tuesday, 27.05.2025

    Japan’s south coast: Uwajima, from 13.00 to 19.00 hrs

    Ancient dynasties and eventful world history lie close together on Japan’s south coast. Visited for the first time and surrounded by mountain ranges, Uwajima will take you back to the Edo period with its historic castle. Explore cultural Uwajima* in the footsteps of the Date clan who once ruled the area.

    Wednesday, 28.05.2025

    Beppu, from 8.30 to 19.00 hrs

    The spa city of Beppu lets you immerse yourself in traditional bathing rituals on a visit to an onsen* with hot thermal water. A special expression of Japan’s religion are the more than 60 stone buddhas in Usuki*, made around 1,000 years ago.

    Thursday, 29.05.2025

    Miyajima , from 7.00 to 18.00 hrs

    Considered among the most famous landscapes of Japan, the picturesque stretches of coastline of the sacred island of Miyajima have inspired both art and literature. After landing, you can head out on your own and visit the island’s attractions as well as the Itsukushima Shrine. This world-famous shrine is dedicated to the three daughters of the god Susano-o-no-Mikoto and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. An added highlight is the cable-car ride from the valley station to the highest point of the island, Mount Misen. Look forward to remarkable insights and views.

    Friday, 30.05.2025

    Hiroshima, arrival 20.00 hrs
    Hiroshima, departure 19.00 hrs

    The architecturally interesting Hiroshima is a moving reminder of modern history. The witness to global history* excursion will touch on the tragic events of 1945 and take you to the Peace Memorial Park, designed by star architect Kenzo Tange. It houses the building that was formerly the Chamber of Commerce and now the city’s most important memorial, the Atomic Bomb Dome In addition to testimonies of an eventful history, Hiroshima also offers a lively side, which you can discover during individual explorations. A glass of sake brewed from polished rice, for example, is a must-try.

    Saturday, 31.05.2025

    Relaxation at sea

    Sunday, 01.06.2025

    Busan/South Korea, from 8.00 to 19.00 hrs

    On a detour to South Korea from Busan, the UNESCO World Heritage Site Gyeongju* brings the ancient Silla dynasty to life, while a coastal walk through Igidae Park* with its small suspension bridges reveals Korea’s close relationship with nature.

    Monday, 02.06.2025

    Japan’s west coast: Karatsu, from 7.00 to 13.30 hrs

    Back in Japan, you will uncover secrets of culture and nature along the rarely visited west coast that remain hidden from most travellers. First, Karatsu tells of the Japanese world as you explore the coastal resort.

    Tuesday, 03.06.2025

    Oki Islands, from 8.30 to 18.00 hrs

    Both geology and the remote location have created a very special ecosystem on the Oki Islands, characterised by red rock formations and green vegetation. Get active here on a hike along the Kuniga Coast*.

    Wednesday, 04.06.2025

    Maizuru, from 8.00 to 19.00 hrs

    Just like a “crane spreading its wings” – which is what the name of this harbour means – your understanding of Far East belief systems will unfold in Maizuru. From here, you will travel to the spiritual centre of the country: Kyoto – the old imperial city* with its myriad temples and extravagantly decorated shrines. Or devote yourself to a natural experience on the “bridge to heaven”*, one of Japan’s most beautiful landscapes.

    Thursday, 05.06.2025

    Kanazawa, from 7.00 to 19.00 hrs

    Architectural charm is an inherent part of Kanazawa, with its old geisha and samurai houses and the Kenroku-en Garden and tea district*, which perfectly combines a spacious setting with craftsmanship and tradition.

    Friday, 06.06.2025

    Sado Island, from 8.00 to 18.00 hrs

    Sado Island has a long history of unusual fishing boats: small and oval, like rice bowls. In the coastal town of Ogi, the rhythm is determined not through the beat of oars, but with a traditional taiko drumming class*. The mines of the gold island of Sado* are a special source of precious metals.

    Saturday, 07.06.2025

    Japan’s north coast: Akita, from 8.00 to 17.00 hrs

    The wealth of Japan’s north coast, by contrast, lies in the heritage of the ancient warrior caste in Akita. The origins of the Kanto festival and the samurai district in Kakunodate* reveal colourful traditions. Alternatively, the sprawling coast and mystical Namahage culture form a fascinating symbiosis on an excursion to the Oga Peninsula*. The northern island of Hokkaido is also a natural beauty.

    Sunday, 08.06.2025

    Hakodate, from 7.00 to 13.00 hrs

    From Hakodate, your attention turns to the birds and vegetation of Onuma Quasi-National Park*. By the time your Far East adventure comes to an end, you will agree with Buddha’s maxim: it is better to travel well than to arrive.

    Monday, 09.06.2025

    Otaru (Sapporo)/Japan, arrival 8.00 hrs

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    Optional bookable
    Monday, 09.06.2025

    Scheduled flight to Tokyo
    Overnight stay with breakfast

    Tuesday, 10.06.2025

    Scheduled flight from Tokyo to Germany

    * The shore activities are not included in the cruise price and are in the planning stage. Subject to change.

    When the ship is at anchor, the ship’s tender boats or alternatively Zodiacs will be used.

    Pre-cruise and post-cruise programmes for your trip

    The following programmes can be booked.

    Please note that our pre- and post-cruise programmes are conducted in German.
    For individual programmes kindly consult your travel agent.

    The following programmes are offered in German:

    Our proven pre- and post-cruise programmes

    Our popular pre- and post-cruise programmes include a broad spectrum of excursions and are usually accompanied by experienced Hapag-Lloyd Cruises tour guides. Recommended for guests who like to share their experiences with a group of like-minded travellers. Explore specially selected highlights of your holiday destination and enjoy the convenience of group travel – we will take care of the transfers, excursions and overnight stays.

    PRE-CRUISE PROGRAMME A: DISCOVER TAIPEI
    PRE-CRUISE PROGRAMME B: HIGHLIGHTS OF NORTHERN TAIWAN
    POST-CRUISE PROGRAMME A: TOKYO – TRADITION AND MODERNITY
    POST-CRUISE PROGRAMME C: IMPERIAL CITIES OF JAPAN: KYOTO, NARA AND TOKYO (SUPERIOR)
    POST-CRUISE PROGRAMME D: IMPERIAL CITIES OF JAPAN: TOKYO, KYOTO AND NARA (DELUXE)
    Cruise
    INS2507
    Cruise dates
    22.05.2025 - 09.06.2025

    HANSEATIC inspiration - The new expedition class

    HANSEATIC inspiration

    How do you combine exciting adventures with the utmost comfort? Our new expedition class has the answers. Enjoy first-class service and unforgettable moments in the world’s most spectacular regions – in the company of a small group of no more than 230 guests (or 199 guests for Antarctic expeditions and circumnavigation of Spitsbergen).

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    Cabins & Suites

    In the HANSEATIC inspiration cabins and suites, curved lines, natural colours and premium materials come together in a harmonious room concept that promises – and delivers – pure relaxation.

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    Restaurants & Bars

    Come with us on a culinary voyage of discovery around the globe: on board, three spacious first-class restaurants create a unique and indulgent combination of expedition spirit and international gourmet cuisine. Spend your days and evenings however you wish thanks to flexible mealtimes, a free choice of seating and attentive 24-hour cabin service.

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    Fitness & Wellness

    A breathtaking Zodiac ride, a challenging hike, a day in the Arctic ice – then close your eyes, feel the heat and indulge your senses. Align your inner compass with total well-being – whether in the ocean-view sauna of the OCEAN SPA, with a relaxing massage or with a workout in the Sports Club.

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    Knowledge on board

    Your shore excursions and Zodiac rides will be accompanied by countless natural wonders that will leave you speechless. But to see the bigger picture, you need to understand the background. The HANSEATIC inspiration takes your expedition to the next level with fascinating presentations, personal studies in the Ocean Academy and the perfect equipment for the research trip of your life.

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    Cruise
    INS2507
    Cruise dates
    22.05.2025 - 09.06.2025
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