Oceania Cruises Far East: 28 nights from Keelung with Regatta
Apr 24, 2025

Keelung

Keelung is an important port city in Taiwan, the second after Kaohsiung. The name means “rooster's cage” and it is said to come from the local mountain whose shape resembles that of a rooster's cage or from the early inhabitants of the region.

Don't miss the opportunity to visit the city in all its glory and taste the local cuisine inside the famous Miaokou night market. If you are a nature lover and you want to enjoy breathtaking views, Heping Island GeoPark is the place for you! Located on the Keelung seashore and declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it boasts of a wide range of unique flora and fauna. Choose a cruise that stops in Keelung and enjoy the visit of this beautiful city thanks to one of the many excursions available.

Naha

Naha is a city in Japan, known worldwide as the “blue zone” of longevity for its natural environment and peaceful lifestyle. There are many must-see attractions, Shurijo Castle is undoubtedly one of them.

Declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2000, the ancient residence of the rulers as well as theancient religious seat of the kingdom stands in the hills east of the city center. A visit to the castle offersthe opportunity to take a walk surrounded by nature and enjoy breathtaking views of the city. Also not tobe missed are the various food markets and typical restaurants where you can taste various local dishes.
Very beautiful destinations are the various gardens that include all the characteristic elements of Japanese gardens. There it is possible to immerse oneself in a pleasant and relaxing atmosphere.

Shanghai

Located on the coast of the East China Sea, Shanghai is a metropolis reknown worldwide as the 'Pearl of the Orient'. The city perfectly mixes the ancient heart of China and the avant-garde impetus of the modern world.

This combination of tradition and modernity offers a variety of attractions suitable for every type of visitor. Do not miss the opportunity to visit these wonders during your cruise. If you want to admire the imposing skyscrapers and be amazed, the Bund is the ideal place for you. It is an iconic spot in Shanghai where tourists have the opportunity to admire the city skyline with the famous TV tower and the skyscrapers of the financial district while having English- or French-style buildings behind you.

These buildings testify their presence in the area. If you visit this area during the evening, the LED lights that illuminate these buildings create a unique spectacle. On the other hand, if you have a keen interest in Chinese history and culture, you should visit Yu Garden. The distinguishing feature of this garden is the typically Chinese style that has remained unchanged over the years.

Once you are there, it feels like going back in time while your are sorrounded by a city that looks to the future! If you are an adventure lover, you should know that in 2016 Shanghai Disneyland theme park was opened. Do not miss the opportunity to enjoy the numerous attractions from the most quiet ones to the more reckless ones. There you can also meet up close the Disneyland characters who accompanied you in your childhood and made you laugh.

One of the best ways to reach the city is aboard a cruise ship. Choose a cruise that departs from Shanghai or that has the city as a stop so you can visit the beauties of the city. The city is also the ideal starting point to visit Japan!

Shanghai

Located on the coast of the East China Sea, Shanghai is a metropolis reknown worldwide as the 'Pearl of the Orient'. The city perfectly mixes the ancient heart of China and the avant-garde impetus of the modern world.

This combination of tradition and modernity offers a variety of attractions suitable for every type of visitor. Do not miss the opportunity to visit these wonders during your cruise. If you want to admire the imposing skyscrapers and be amazed, the Bund is the ideal place for you. It is an iconic spot in Shanghai where tourists have the opportunity to admire the city skyline with the famous TV tower and the skyscrapers of the financial district while having English- or French-style buildings behind you.

These buildings testify their presence in the area. If you visit this area during the evening, the LED lights that illuminate these buildings create a unique spectacle. On the other hand, if you have a keen interest in Chinese history and culture, you should visit Yu Garden. The distinguishing feature of this garden is the typically Chinese style that has remained unchanged over the years.

Once you are there, it feels like going back in time while your are sorrounded by a city that looks to the future! If you are an adventure lover, you should know that in 2016 Shanghai Disneyland theme park was opened. Do not miss the opportunity to enjoy the numerous attractions from the most quiet ones to the more reckless ones. There you can also meet up close the Disneyland characters who accompanied you in your childhood and made you laugh.

One of the best ways to reach the city is aboard a cruise ship. Choose a cruise that departs from Shanghai or that has the city as a stop so you can visit the beauties of the city. The city is also the ideal starting point to visit Japan!

Tianjin

Located in northern China, Tianjin is a metropolis that combines Eastern and Western flavor. There are
many must-see attractions to visit during your cruise.
If you want to admire the majesty of China's mountains and forests, Panshan, a scenic spot that
combines folk customs, natural landscapes and famous historical sites is the place for you. It is called
“Panshan” because it looks like a giant dragon wrapping itself around the entire mountain where the
lushness of the trees present makes it a wonderful summer resort.

Tianjin is said to be a combination of typical Chinese and Western elements. The Xikai Church, with
Western-style architecture typical of the French Romanesque style, is a perfect example of this mix; if
you are lucky, you may also come across a wedding, where you can enjoy the purity of a ceremony in

which the Chinese and Western styles are mixed together. There is also a representative of Western-
style architecture-the Century Clock. The building with the classical shape of the clock and the twelve-
hour dial in which the twelve constellations are shown. Each constellation has its own history in which

classical and modern, foreign and local culture are integrated.
If you have a keen interest in Chinese history, a visit to the Tianjin Museum is a must.The most unique
feature of the museum is that all the exhibits in the museum are displayed according to the history of
human development and the order of change of dynasties, from humanistic to artistic exhibits, so that it
feels like walking through a time tunnel, using “God's eye vision” to observe the process of the history of
time and development.

Tianjin

Located in northern China, Tianjin is a metropolis that combines Eastern and Western flavor. There are
many must-see attractions to visit during your cruise.
If you want to admire the majesty of China's mountains and forests, Panshan, a scenic spot that
combines folk customs, natural landscapes and famous historical sites is the place for you. It is called
“Panshan” because it looks like a giant dragon wrapping itself around the entire mountain where the
lushness of the trees present makes it a wonderful summer resort.

Tianjin is said to be a combination of typical Chinese and Western elements. The Xikai Church, with
Western-style architecture typical of the French Romanesque style, is a perfect example of this mix; if
you are lucky, you may also come across a wedding, where you can enjoy the purity of a ceremony in

which the Chinese and Western styles are mixed together. There is also a representative of Western-
style architecture-the Century Clock. The building with the classical shape of the clock and the twelve-
hour dial in which the twelve constellations are shown. Each constellation has its own history in which

classical and modern, foreign and local culture are integrated.
If you have a keen interest in Chinese history, a visit to the Tianjin Museum is a must.The most unique
feature of the museum is that all the exhibits in the museum are displayed according to the history of
human development and the order of change of dynasties, from humanistic to artistic exhibits, so that it
feels like walking through a time tunnel, using “God's eye vision” to observe the process of the history of
time and development.

Dalian

Kita Kyushu

Takamatsu

Osaka

Osaka

Osaka

Hiroshima

Busan

Seoul

Seoul, capital of South Korea, is the economic, technological and cultural center as well as the most populous city on the Korean peninsula. Don't miss Seoul's culinary delights and must-see attractions during your cruise.
If you want to learn about Seoul's history and culture, you must visit the Gyeongbokgung Palace and the Gwanghwamun. These are the two oldest and most beautiful palaces in the city.

This is the reason why you should visit them. Afterwards, you can go to Cheong Wa Dae, the presidential palace of South Korea, which was once closed to the public. Then, you can take a walk to Samcheong-dong, near Cheong Wa Dae, with its famous restaurants, art galleries, or refresh yourself with a cup of Korean coffee at Bukchon Hanok Village and Culture Street cafes! You can also go to Dongdaemun to stock up on
products!

A half-hour train ride from Seoul, Seoul is also home to the famous Legoland Korea, perfect for young families with children!

Jeju Island

Nagasaki

Kagoshima

Beppu

Kochi

Nagoya

Shimizu

Tokyo

Tokyo