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Crystal 2023 Crystal Endeavor 2023 RUSSIAN FAR EAST - MAIDEN EXPEDITION August 10-27 2023 - 17 Days TOKYO ROUNDTRIP On her maiden voyage, Crystal Endeavor™ will set sail from Tokyo on a journey encompassing the far east of Russia and Japan. As a guest of this inaugural cruise, you will enjoy an inclusive overnight pre-cruise stay and are invited to participate in the christening of the yacht before embarkation. The territory Crystal Endeavor™ will cover during this first voyage is dramatic and far from the beaten path – from the rarely explored Kamchatka Peninsula and the Kuril Islands (places favored by whales, otters, seals, bears and foxes) to the natural paradise along Japan’s northern shores. Do not option your Luxury Cruises CRYSTAL ENDEAVOR Cruise ANYWHERE ELSE before you CONTACT US. Why pay more than you have to? HURRY - EMAIL US NOW - CLICK HERE  Accommodations Home |
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schedule
DAY 01 - TOKYO, JAPAN
EMBARK 8:00 AM
TOKYO, JAPAN
From the
timeless beauty of the Meji Shrine to the glittering Ginza District and
impressive Tokyo Tower, Tokyo is a complex blend of East and West where
houses of wood and paper stand beside soaring steel skyscrapers while
kimono-clad women stroll along trendy teenagers. Here in this city of
more than 11 million people, the timeless Imperial Palace bears
testament to Japan’s enduring traditions, existing in a verdant parkland
of isolation.
DAY 02 - CRUISING THE COAST OF
JAPAN
DAY AT SEA
Aboard the world’s largest and most spacious
luxury expedition yacht, you’ll find an array of unmatched experiences
to immerse in during your days at sea. Indulge your senses at the serene
Crystal Life Spa & Salon, work-out at our state-of-the-art fitness
center, and learn about art, history and worldly destinations with our
engaging enrichment programs. Or simply lounge poolside in solarium
bliss while our attentive crew caters to your every whim. As evening
arrives, indulge in the renowned culinary creations of Nobu Matsuhisa,
enjoy special wine-makers dinners, lounge in luxurious spaces, or try
your luck at the action-packed Resorts World At Sea Casino.
DAY 03 - HAKODATE, JAPAN
MORNING
HAKODATE, JAPAN
Whether
you reach the spectacular summit of Mt. Hakodate by gondola or
invigorating hike, sprawling vistas of the town below offer a beautiful
reward. Venture further into the rich natural wonders to Lake Onuma
Park, where trails in every direction lead to adventure and tiny lake
islands are just a canoe quest away.
In town, the local fish market, modern Motomachi neighborhood and
Russian Orthodox Church express the storied past and varied present-day
culture of Hakodate.
DAY 04 - RISHIRI ISLAND, JAPAN
MORNING
RISHIRI ISLAND, JAPAN
Along the 39 miles of pristine coastline lie
abundant opportunities for active pursuits. Gaze upward as you kayak
from shore for expansive views of Mount Rishiri, the dormant volcano
that rises from the sea. Ashore, Rishiri Island’s rich woodlands and
ecologically significant wetlands paint a nature-lover’s paradise, with
invigorating hikes through virgin forests that surround Mount Rishiri’s
towering peak.
DAY 05 - KORSAKOV, RUSSIA
MORNING
KORSAKOV, RUSSIA
The Russian city of Korsakov is nestled on the
southern end of Sakhalin Island in the Sea of Okhotsk, just north of
Japan’s Hokkaido Island. Korsakov is a gateway to the capital of
Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk, where the architectural style recalls an earlier
Japanese presence. The Sakhalin Regional Museum, with elements of
European and Japanese design, is the best example of this
east-meets-west atmosphere and worth a visit. Other attractions include
the Church of St. Nicholas, Lenin Square, and more.
DAY 06 - TYULENIY ISLAND, RUSSIA
MORNING
TYULENIY ISLAND, RUSSIA
A nature lover’s wonderland in the sparkling Sea
of Okhotsk, little Tyuleniy Island is a breeding ground for northern fur
seals and Steller sea lions. Not surprisingly, its name translates to
“seal” in Russian. During the summer months, the rocky island is
virtually blanketed in sea mammals barking, bellowing and jostling for
the best locations. Other wildlife species literally flock to the island
as well, including common murres and kittiwakes.
DAY 07 - YANKICHA AND SREDNEGO ISLANDS,
RUSSIA
MORNING
YANKICHA AND SREDNEGO ISLANDS, RUSSIA
An island of jaw-dropping beauty, tiny
Yankicha is the tip of an extinct volcano and one of two islets that
form Ushishir Island in the middle of the Russian Kurils. The
centerpiece of this lush, green gem of an island is its steep-walled
caldera that becomes a glistening lagoon during high tide. Its cliffs
and grassy slopes attract scores of birds and a few foxes. Srednego, a
speck of an island to the north, is known as a breeding ground for
northern fur seals.
DAY 08 - PARAMUSHIR AND ATLASOVA ISLANDS,
RUSSIA
MORNING
PARAMUSHIR AND ATLASOVA ISLANDS, RUSSIA
Off the southern tip of Russia’s Kamchatka
Peninsula, in the Sea of Okhotsk, are Paramushir and Atlasov islands,
part of the volcanic Kuril chain. Paramushir, the largest of the
northern Kurils, exudes a natural beauty partly blemished by the
presence of abandoned whaling stations. Sea otters are often spotted in
its pristine waters. Also visible from its shores is nearby Atlasov, a
speck of an island majestically crowned by the Alaid Volcano, the
tallest volcano in the Kuril Islands.
DAY 09 - RUSSKAYA/TIKHIRKA BAY AND CAPE
KEKURNY
MORNING
RUSSKAYA/TIKHIRKA BAY AND CAPE KEKURNY
The breathtaking southeastern coast of Russia’s
lush, volcanic Kamchatka Peninsula is dotted with several cozy inlets of
the Pacific Ocean. One of the most stunning is Russkaya, a pristine
fjord-like bay known for its rookery of Steller sea lions and occasional
visits from orca whales. Nearby tiny Tikhirka Bay,
to the north, and Cape Kekurnyy, to the south, are magnets for an array
of wildlife, including sea otters, spotted seals, Steller’s sea eagles,
and more.
DAY 10-11 - CRUISING THE ZHUPANOVA RIVER,
RUSSIA
MORNING
ZHUPANOVA RIVER, RUSSIA
One of the world’s great rivers, the Zhupanova lies on the
eastern side of the Kamchatka Peninsula in the Russian Far East. Winding
through a scenic landscape of volcanoes, meadows and forests, this
gorgeous waterway is renowned for its abundance of salmon, rainbow trout
and char. Not surprisingly, brown bears are often spotted along the
shore, and seals may be seen lounging on sandbars. For bird-watchers,
the enormous Steller’s sea eagle may be the best attraction of all.
DAY 11 - MORZOVAYA BAY, RUSSIA
MORZOVAYA BAY, RUSSIA
A magical scenery of emerald-green mountains dappled with snow
welcomes you to serene Morzovaya Bay. Nestled snuggly on the eastern
shores of Russia’s volcano-dotted Kamchatka Peninsula, north of the city
of Petropavlovsk and south of the Zhupanova River, this cozy crystalline
inlet of the Pacific Ocean is a nature lover’s paradise. Brown bears and
seals as well as Steller’s sea eagles may be spotted in this isolated
oasis.
DAY 12 - CRUISING THE SEA OF OKHOTSK
DAY AT SEA
Aboard the world’s largest and most spacious luxury expedition
yacht, you’ll find an array of unmatched experiences to immerse in
during your days at sea. Indulge your senses at the serene Crystal Life
Spa & Salon, work-out at our state-of-the-art fitness center, and learn
about art, history and worldly destinations with our engaging enrichment
programs. Or simply lounge poolside in solarium bliss while our
attentive crew caters to your every whim. As evening arrives, indulge in
the renowned culinary creations of Nobu Matsuhisa, enjoy special
wine-makers dinners, lounge in luxurious spaces, or try your luck at the
action-packed Resorts World At Sea Casino.
DAY 13-14 - CHIRPOY ISLAND, RUSSIA
MORNING
CHIRPOY ISLAND, RUSSIA
Pristine Chirpoy Island is situated in the Russian Kurils, a
string of island gems bordering the southeastern edge of the sparkling
Sea of Okhotsk. Home to steaming volcanoes, jade-green plateaus and
black-sand beaches, this uninhabited island has dramatic headlands often
blanketed with nesting kittiwakes, puffins and guillemots, making it a
bird-watcher’s dream. The surrounding waters also attract an abundance
of wildlife, including orca whales and Steller sea lions.
DAY 15 - OTARU, JAPAN
MORNING
OTARU, JAPAN
A small harbor city, Otaru once played a pivotal
role as a fishing and trade port, its main canal still a beautifully
preserved representation of that era. Today, the canal
district is illuminated with character by old-fashioned gas lamps, lined
with warehouses that have been transformed into museums, shops and
restaurants. Adventure seekers have an easy quest from Otaru to Mount
Yotei, the active stratovolcano that offers challenging hikes and
extreme crater skiing.
DAY 16 - CRUISING THE COAST OF JAPAN
DAY AT SEA
Aboard the world’s largest and most spacious luxury expedition
yacht, you’ll find an array of unmatched experiences to immerse in
during your days at sea. Indulge your senses at the serene Crystal Life
Spa & Salon, work-out at our state-of-the-art fitness center, and learn
about art, history and worldly destinations with our engaging enrichment
programs. Or simply lounge poolside in solarium bliss while our
attentive crew caters to your every whim. As evening arrives, indulge in
the renowned culinary creations of Nobu Matsuhisa, enjoy special
wine-makers dinners, lounge in luxurious spaces, or try your luck at the
action-packed Resorts World At Sea Casino.
DAY 17 - TOKYO, JAPAN
AFTERNOON
TOKYO, JAPAN
From the timeless beauty of the Meji Shrine to the glittering
Ginza District and impressive Tokyo Tower, Tokyo is a complex blend of
East and West where houses of wood and paper stand beside soaring steel
skyscrapers while kimono-clad women stroll along trendy teenagers. Here
in this city of more than 11 million people, the timeless Imperial
Palace bears testament to Japan’s enduring traditions, existing in a
verdant parkland of isolation.
DISEMBARK - TOKYO, JAPAN
MORNING
TOKYO, JAPAN
From the timeless beauty of the Meji Shrine to the
glittering Ginza District and impressive Tokyo Tower, Tokyo is a complex
blend of East and West where houses of wood and paper stand beside
soaring steel skyscrapers while kimono-clad women stroll along trendy
teenagers. Here in this city of more than 11 million
people, the timeless Imperial Palace bears testament to Japan’s enduring
traditions, existing in a verdant parkland of isolation. |
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