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24 Nights

24-Day Autumn Reverie: Japan's Hidden Gems

Sail aboard Seabourn Encore

Cruise to kochi, sokcho, kanazawa, niigata, akita, aomori, hakodate, miyako, tokyo, shimizu, toba, beppu, hiroshima, fukuoka (hakata), busan (pusan), nagasaki and kagoshima from osaka

Date: 22 Oct 2026
Earn & Use Qantas Points
Available Bonus Offers
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Non Refundable
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Inclusions

Highlights
  • Featuring a row of state-of-the-art treadmills, elliptical trainers at Fitness Center
  • Relax and enjoy the ultimate serene space at The Retreat
  • Add an extra layer of luxury to your voyage with a visit to Spa & Wellness
  • Inspired by the classic American restaurant from the 50’s and 60’s enjoy iconic dishes at dining
Cruise
  • 24 day cruise visiting kochi, sokcho, kanazawa, niigata, akita, aomori, hakodate, miyako, tokyo, shimizu, toba, kochi, beppu, hiroshima, fukuoka (hakata), busan (pusan), nagasaki and kagoshima
  • Sail aboard Seabourn Seabourn Encore
Dining
A more casual, indoor/outdoor alternative, features an open kitchen, lavish buffets or table service for breakfasts and lunch, and serves regionally themed, bistro-style dinners with table service nightly. At The Colonnade, special theme nights feature Chef Keller-influenced dinners that pay homage to his American childhood.
Cost: Included
The Restaurant cruise highlight
The Restaurant
Before Seabourn, open-seating dining on a cruise ship was unheard of. Come when you like, with whom you please, and be seated as you wish. The room is beautiful, the cuisine is exquisite, and the service is simultaneously flawless, friendly and fun.
Cost: Included
The Patio cruise highlight
The Patio
Relaxed poolside dining offering luncheon buffets, salads, soups, grilled specialities and freshly baked pizza. Dinners feature a full menu in an alfresco setting. For The Patio, Chef Keller has developed exclusively for us, a signature Napa burger, as well as an artisanal hot dog dubbed the Yountwurst, named for the hometown of The French Laundry, Ad Hoc, and the original Bouchon and Bouchon Bakery.
Cost: Included
Seabourn Square cruise highlight
Seabourn Square
Whether you're looking for a place to enjoy your newspaper in the morning or want to socialize with your fellow passengers, Seabourn Square is what you're looking for. This inviting lounge offers plush seating, cocktail tables, a library, computer terminals, a coffee bar, and Guest Services staff.
Cost: Included
In-Suite Dining cruise highlight
In-Suite Dining
Seabourn is pleased to offer a varied menu available around the clock for service in your suite. You may also order dinner from The Restaurant menu and have your meal served, course by course, in your suite or on your veranda.
Cost: Included
Solis Dining cruise highlight
Solis Dining
The cuisine focuses on “foods of the sun,” garden produce ripened by long growing seasons & fresh seafood pulled from the sea.
Cost: Included
Dining cruise highlight
Dining
Dining.
Sushi cruise highlight
Sushi
The sushi concept is a modern line that is steeped in tradition using the finest ingredients. Hamachi, tuna, shrimp and other fresh fish products will be shipped from Japan to Sushi and served à la carte for dinner.
Cost: Included
Bars & Lounges
Stunning lounge with a bar and panoramic views. Enjoy Coffee and Tea served every morning, and drinks before or after dinner.
Cost: Included
The Club cruise highlight
The Club
The liveliest lounge on board is a popular spot for pre-dinner drinks and dancing to live music. After dinner, the dancing music continues, and later a DJ spins dance music until late at night. Another terrace of open deck aft of The Club boasts a plunge pool and two small whirlpool spas.
Cost: Included
Sky Bar cruise highlight
Sky Bar
The Sky Bar is a place to enjoy a refreshing tropical beverage during the day or an evening cocktail under the stars.
Cost: Included
Patio Bar cruise highlight
Patio Bar
Patio Bar.
Cost: Included
Casino
The Seabourn casino offers a handsome, well-appointed enclave for those attracted to games of chance and skill. Relax and test the odds on various mechanical games or pit your skills against personable, professional dealers at blackjack or poker tables.
Cost: Additional Fee
Onboard Activities
The Card Room is a great choice for the sea-loving cruiser who craves that languorous feeling of lazy leisure.
Cost: Included
Grand Salon cruise highlight
Grand Salon
Lectures, cooking demonstrations, movies and other gatherings are held here in the daytime. In the evenings, live music for dancing before dinner gives way to vocal production shows, cabaret performances, comedy, and classical recitals, as well as more dancing later.
Cost: Included
Shopping with Chef cruise highlight
Shopping with Chef
Shop a bustling Sicilian market, gather spices in Istanbul or explore the local wines of Tuscany and Provence. Wherever you are in the world, you'll enjoy an insider's look at unique regional markets with an expert Seabourn chef as your guide.
Cost: Included
Shops cruise highlight
Shops
Whether you're buying souvenirs for your friends at home or want a memento of your vacation, Shops are the place you need. Shop for fashion and cosmetics at The Boutique, jewelry and fine watches at The Collection, or logo cruisewear at the Shop.
Cost: Additional Fee
Outdoor Activities
The Retreat is located around a central whirlpool with step-up access to water maintained at an inviting temperature. Up to 28 guests can stretch out on comfortable sun loungers.
Cost: Additional Fee
Aft Pool cruise highlight
Aft Pool
Aft Pool.
Sun Terrace cruise highlight
Sun Terrace
The Sun Terrace features double sun loungers. Slow things down and soak up the sun as you relax on a luxurious lounger.
Cost: Included
Whirlpools cruise highlight
Whirlpools
A breathtaking ocean vista will dazzle your senses on the pool deck. Boasting a prime location, this picturesque area presents you with the opportunity to soak up some rays during the afternoon, or socialize in the whirlpool in the evening.
Cost: Included
Pool cruise highlight
Pool
Offering the perfect setting for a sunny afternoon, the swimming pool is surrounded by an expansive sundeck with chaise lounges, shaded seating, two large whirlpool spas, and is within steps of the Patio Grill.
Cost: Included
Marina Day Sailboat cruise highlight
Marina Day Sailboat
One of Seabourn’s most popular guest offerings is Marina Day. Available at select destinations, this fun-filled day features watersports either from the ships’ unique, retractable Marina platform or from a beach, which is typically on the same day as when the line’s signature Caviar in the Surf and beach barbeque is offered. Guests may enjoy a wide array of watersports, including kayaks, pedal boats, donut rides, banana boats, paddleboards, waterskiing and more.
Cost: Included
Wellness
Fitness Center features high-performance Technogym equipment for cardio and strength training. It also offer a series of complimentary classes including yoga, Pilates and Tai Chi.
Cost: Included
Spa and Wellness cruise highlight
Spa and Wellness
Seabourn’s Spa & Wellness with Dr Andrew Weil is the first-ever program of its kind at sea. Seabourn has partnered with Dr Weil, a visionary pioneer in integrative medicine, whose groundbreaking research and bestselling books combine physical, social, environmental and spiritual well-being.
Cost: Additional Fee
Fitness Center cruise highlight
Fitness Center
Personal trainers will design a nutrition and exercise plan that will help you achieve results. Based on your body’s particular needs, this personalized session will expose you to the wellness program that works best with your body.
Cost: Included
Spa cruise highlight
Spa
Seabourn elevates the spa experience to an art form, combining a world of rejuvenating traditions with the latest innovations. With a wide spectrum of massages, facials and beauty treatments offered by skilled professional therapists, this floating sanctuary will truly transport you.
Cost: Additional Fee
Treatment Room cruise highlight
Treatment Room
Treatment Room.
Cost: Additional Fee
Ship Facts
Ship Class: Encore Class
Maiden Voyage: 2016
Registry: Bahamas
Gross Tonnage: 40,350
Beam: 92 ft (28 m)
Maximum Speed: 15 knots
Ship Length: 690 ft (210.3 m)
Passenger Capacity: 600
Number of Staterooms: 300
Number of Suites: 306
Dining / Restaurants: 6
Spa: Yes
Bars / Lounges: 3
Fitness Center: Yes
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes

Itinerary

Day 1
osaka, japan
Depart 7:00 PM
Day 2
kochi, japan
Arrive 10:00 AM Depart 6:00 PM
Day 3
scenic cruising kanmon strait
Cruising
Day 4
sokcho, south korea
Arrive 8:00 AM Depart 9:00 PM
Day 5
day at sea
Cruising
Day 6
kanazawa, japan
Arrive 7:00 AM Depart 6:00 PM
Day 7
niigata, japan
Arrive 8:00 AM Depart 6:00 PM
Day 8
akita, japan
Arrive 8:00 AM Depart 6:00 PM
Day 9
aomori, japan
Arrive 8:00 AM Depart 9:00 PM
Day 10
hakodate, japan
Arrive 8:00 AM Depart 9:00 PM
Day 11
miyako, japan
Arrive 10:00 AM Depart 6:00 PM
Day 12
day at sea
Cruising
Day 13
tokyo, japan
Arrive 8:00 AM Depart 7:00 PM
Day 14
shimizu, japan
Arrive 8:00 AM Depart 6:00 PM
Day 15
toba, japan
Arrive 8:00 AM Depart 6:00 PM
Day 16
day at sea
Cruising
Day 17
kochi, japan
Arrive 8:00 AM Depart 5:00 PM
Day 18
beppu, japan
Arrive 9:30 AM Depart 4:00 PM
Day 19
hiroshima, japan
Arrive 8:00 AM Depart 6:00 PM
Day 19
scenic cruising kanmon strait
Cruising
Day 20
fukuoka (hakata), japan
Arrive 8:00 AM Depart 6:00 PM
Day 21
busan (pusan), south korea
Arrive 7:00 AM Depart 6:00 PM
Day 22
nagasaki, japan
Arrive 7:00 AM Depart 5:00 PM
Day 23
kagoshima, japan
Arrive 8:00 AM Depart 6:00 PM
Day 24
day at sea
Cruising
Day 25
osaka, japan
Arrive 7:00 AM

Staterooms

Deck plan for Seabourn Encore
Legend
  • Third Guest Capacity Suite Third Guest Capacity Suite
  • Obstructed port side view with larger veranda overlooking the center pool Obstructed port side view with larger veranda overlooking the center pool
  • Shower only Shower only
  • Elevator Elevator
  • Connecting Suites Connecting Suites
  • Suites 700 and 701 are subject to noise when anchoring and have all metal veranda railings, limiting the view when seated Suites 700 and 701 are subject to noise when anchoring and have all metal veranda railings, limiting the view when seated
  • This Suite has smaller veranda This Suite has smaller veranda
  • The veranda railings in this suite is part metal and part glass from floor to teak rail The veranda railings in this suite is part metal and part glass from floor to teak rail
  • Partially Obstructed View Partially Obstructed View
Deck 3 Plan
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Important Info

Our Policies

Cancellation & Refund Policy

By placing a booking with us, you acknowledge the following important information:

  • we act as your booking agent: TripADeal is a booking services provider, and curates the Travel Offers available on our website. We act as your booking agent, and we receive payment for the Booking Services as part of the booking price, however, we do not provide any of the Travel Services (flights, accommodation, tours or other products or services) included in your booking – the Travel Services are provided by a number of third party Travel Suppliers.
  • each booking is unique: our Travel Offers are made up of a variety of different components and are, during the booking process, uniquely tailored to suit your requirements, for example, departure dates and ports, flight and room upgrades, tour inclusions, etc.
  • changes/modifications to your booking may not be possible: once your booking has been made, changes or modifications may not be possible, and where possible, may incur a fee. It is important to ensure that the information you provide during the booking process is accurate and up to date, and that you read the Travel Offer carefully before placing your order.
  • changes/modifications to your booking may not be possible: once your booking has been made, changes or modifications may not be possible, and where possible, may incur a fee. It is important to ensure that the information you provide during the booking process is accurate and up to date, and that you read the Travel Offer carefully before placing your order.
  • Travel Offers are a package: our Travel Offers have been curated into package offerings and must be used as a package – individual components cannot be used independently of the full package offering.
  • our Travel Offers are generally non-refundable: in order to provide great value Travel Offers, we work with a variety of Travel Suppliers to find the best deals – this often means the Travel Suppliers’ offerings are non-refundable to ensure the best price. We recommend that you obtain travel insurance as soon as you make a booking with us.

To read more about our Cancellation and Refund Policy, please click here.

General Terms & Conditions

By placing your booking with us, you acknowledge and agree to our Terms & Conditions, Privacy Policy and Cancellation Policy.

Cruise

Seabourn

In 1987, Seabourn created a new style of cruising, dedicated to delivering the highest levels of personalized service to an exclusive group of guests aboard intimate, elegant ships that could visit the most enticing destinations worldwide. Best Small Ship Cruise Line.

Seabourn Encore

Seabourn Encore is as strikingly beautiful and as excitingly innovative as any Seabourn has ever debuted. She crowns a fleet of luxury cruise ships that is already the newest, most modern and most acclaimed in the ultra-luxury segment. Modeled on the award-winning trio of ships introduced with Seabourn Odyssey, Seabourn Encore represents another welcome stage in the evolution of small ship cruising, which Seabourn pioneered and has consistently expanded and enriched for all of the small ship cruises.

Visa Information

It is your responsibility to be travel-ready and ensure you comply with any destination or travel requirements, including obtaining all of the required travel documents.

For Australian citizens, check your visa requirements online at Smartraveller or the respective embassy or consulate. As visa rules are subject to change, please check with the relevant embassy or consulate once you receive your documentation to ensure you have the latest information.

Passengers who are not Australian citizens must also check with the respective consulate or visa agency to determine what their visa requirements are and what personal identification is required.

We suggest you start arranging your visa well in advance of departure to account for any delays due to consulate operating timeframes. TripADeal is not responsible for any passenger’s failure to obtain a visa or if you obtain an incorrect visa.

Travel Insurance
Embarking on your next trip is exciting, and while you hope the unexpected does not happen, it is best to be prepared. We strongly recommend you take out travel insurance when making your booking. Whether it’s a potential medical emergency, a flight cancellation, a delayed suitcase, or an unforeseen event, it's important to ensure you're adequately protected. For more information or advice visit https://www.tripadeal.com.au/travel-insurance
Gratuities
Tipping is neither required nor expected aboard their ships. 


Pregnancy
Seabourn does not have on board its cruise ships the specialized facilities and/or treatment required for childbirth, prenatal and early infant care. Those facilities may also not be obtainable ashore in ports we call on. Accordingly Seabourn cannot accept a booking or carry any guest who will be 24 completed weeks or more pregnant on the last day of the intended cruise. All pregnant women are required to produce a physician’s letter stating that mother and baby are in good health, fit to travel, and that the pregnancy is not high-risk. The letter must also include the estimated date of delivery (EDD).
Minor Accompany
 Kids are welcome onboard Seabourn ships. However, Seabourn ships are not offering babysitting services or designated play areas for kids. It is parents responsibility to take care of their children while onboard Seabourn ships. 
Smoking
Smoking will no longer be permitted anywhere inside any Seabourn ship at any time, including on the private verandas of guest suites. For guests who wish to smoke, there are designated areas for smoking.