Keelung (Taiwan) to Tokyo Cruise on Norwegian Sky from Keelung (Taiwan)

Keelung (Taiwan)

Located on the Northern point of Taiwan, Keelung is the gatway for visitors to the economic, political and cultural center of Taipei. Although a bustling modern metropolis, Taipei still treasures its rich history and tradition. The National Palace Museum holds one of the largest collections of ancient Chinese artifacts spanning Thousands of years. Other popular attractions for tourists include the Lungshan Temple, the Confucius Temple modeled after the original Confucius Temple in Qufu, China, the Pao An Temple and the Yang Ming Shan National Park/Yehliu/Hot Springs.

Hualien (Taiwan)

Known as one of the most beautiful areas of Taiwan, Hualien is vistited by thousands every year. Situated between the Pacific and the central mountain range, Hualien is best known for bieng home to the Taroko National Park. Located approx 15km north of the city and covering approximately 92000 hectares of lush scenery, high cliffs and water springs, The parks biggest attraction is the Taroko Gorge, with sights such as Swallow Grotto, the Shakadang Trail and The Eternal Spring Shrine. From the shrine there are stairs leading to Kuanyin Caves, Taroko Tower , Bell Tower , and through a hanging bridge, so called "Heaven trail" to Changuang Temple.

Ishigaki (Japan)

Ishigaki, on the island of Ishigaki-jima in Okinawa Prefecture, is the southernmost city in Japan. The urban area covers the entire island, which is primarily known as a tourist center. Many guests come to the island primarily because of the fantastic beaches, the turquoise sea and the sun. One can scuba dive, snorkel and observe beautiful corals, manta rays and tropical fish. There are opportunities for excursions into the tropical forests and mangroves.

Naha (Japan)

Naha is the largest city in Japan's southernmost prefecture, Okinawa. The approximately 100 km long island of Okinawa is part of a group of islands that separates the East China Sea from the Pacific. Naha's climate is subtropical and monsoonal. The city's landmark is the red Suri Castle with the royal garden Shikinaen with the typical ponds, stone bridges and wooden palaces. Naha is also a lively city with a vibrant shopping street, parks and a lively nightlife. A visit to the Naminouegu Shrine and the Fukushūen Garden is particularly recommended.

Amami Oshima Naze (Japan)

Amami Oshima is one of the Satsunan Islands, and is the largest island within the Amami archipelago between Kyushu and Okinawa. Much of the island is within the borders of the Amami Gunto Quasi-National Park. Amami Oshima is the seventh largest island in the Japanese archipelago after the four main islands, Okinawa Island and Sado Island It is located approximately 210 mi south of the southern tip of Kyushu and 130 mi north of Okinawa. The island is of volcanic origin and the coast of the island is surrounded by a coral reef. It is surrounded by the East China Sea on the west and the Pacific Ocean on the east. The climate of Amami Oshima is classified as has a humid subtropical climate Köppen climate classification with very warm summers and mild winters. The rainy season lasts from May through September.

Kochi (Japón)

Kobe (Japan)

A cosmopolitan city with an international flavor, Kobe is situated on the main island of Honshu in the Kansai region of Japan. One of the most impotant port cities in the region it was established in 1868 as a gateway to the western world. Famous globally for its Kobe Beef, the city in true Japanese style boasts a mix of impressive skyscrapers and modern architecture, which includes the worlds longest suspension bridge, with traditional Japanese culture.

Kobe (Japan)

A cosmopolitan city with an international flavor, Kobe is situated on the main island of Honshu in the Kansai region of Japan. One of the most impotant port cities in the region it was established in 1868 as a gateway to the western world. Famous globally for its Kobe Beef, the city in true Japanese style boasts a mix of impressive skyscrapers and modern architecture, which includes the worlds longest suspension bridge, with traditional Japanese culture.

Nagoya (Japan)

Nagoya is the fourth largest city in Japan, where most of the automotive companies are based. Some of the interesting places to visit are: The Castle, the Ohsu Kannon Temple, Tagata Temple, Nagoya Tower, the art museum Tokugawaor the Meji-Mura museum.

Shimizu (Japón)

Tokyo

Yokohama is located only half an hour away from Tokyo, and effectively forms a part of the giant conurbation. Yokohama's Chinatown is the largest in Japan and dates back to the Opening of Japan in 1859. Tokyo is a huge, wealthy and fascinating metropolis that brings high-tech visions of the future side by side with glimpses of old Japan, and has something for everyone.