| Cruise line | Holland America |
|---|---|
| Ship | ms Westerdam |
| Duration | 14 nights |
| Port calls | 10 |
| Departures | 1 sailings |
| Year built | 2004 |
| Guests | 2362 |
| Cabins | 984 |
| Crew | 817 |
| Length | 285 m |
| Beam | 32 m |
| Cruising speed | 22.0 kn |
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China Cruise from Hong Kong to Tokyo — 15 Days
14 nights · China · Departs Hong Kong (China) · Visiting Puerto Princesa, Boracay Island Philippines, Manila, Kaohsiung, Keelung, Ishigakijima Island, Naha, Kobe-Osaka, Tokyo · Aboard Holland America on the ms Westerdam
Image courtesy of Holland America ©
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Day 1
Hong Kong, China
Hong Kong is best approached from the water, where the Star Ferry crosses Victoria Harbour beneath a skyline of towers. Ride the Peak Tram for sweeping views of the harbour and surrounding islands. In Central, colonial landmarks stand beside glass towers; across the harbour, Kowloon’s markets and temples offer a different pace. Cantonese kitchens range from dim sum teahouses to polished dining rooms. Leave time for the harbour after dark, when the city’s lights come into focus.
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Day 4
Puerto Princesa, Philippines
Puerto Princesa is Palawan’s unhurried capital, where a working waterfront and forested hills meet the Sulu Sea. Use the city as a launch point for Honda Bay’s islands. The UNESCO-listed Puerto-Princesa Subterranean River National Park lies near Sabang, reached by road from town. Back in the centre, discover local museums, cafés and seafood restaurants, then stroll the Baywalk beside the water.
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Day 5
Boracay Island Philippines, Philippines
Boracay is small enough to cross in an afternoon, yet its white-sand shoreline invites a slower pace. White Beach runs roughly four kilometres, with three stations and distinct moods. Beyond the beach, take a boat to snorkel, sail at sunset, or seek quieter coves. Arrivals usually come through Caticlan, followed by a short ferry crossing. Choose your hours well: mornings are calm, while evenings bring the island’s beachfront dining to life.
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Day 6
Manila, Philippines
Manila asks you to look beyond its traffic and modern skyline. Inside Intramuros, Spanish-era walls enclose stone churches, leafy courtyards and Fort Santiago, where Philippine history feels close at hand. Nearby, the National Museum complex displays Filipino art and heritage. Make time for a meal of adobo or fresh seafood, then watch sunset over Manila Bay. This is a port best explored with a clear plan—and room for discovery.
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Day 8
Kaohsiung, Taiwan
Kaohsiung is Taiwan’s southern gateway, a working harbor city with an easy route to temples, markets, and contemporary art. Ride the light rail to Pier-2 Art Center, where converted warehouses hold galleries, design shops, and cafés beside the water. At Lotus Pond, dragon-and-tiger pagodas frame a vivid lakeside walk; further east, Fo Guang Shan offers a contemplative visit. Return downtown for beef noodles or seafood, then watch the harbor lights from the Love River.
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Day 9
Keelung, Taiwan
Keelung is Taiwan’s northern gateway, a busy harbor city with an easy rail connection to Taipei. Taipei’s museums, temples and shopping districts make a rewarding day ashore; Keelung offers local life closer to port. At Miaokou Night Market, sample seafood and Taiwanese snacks beneath the lantern signs. Heping Island Geopark offers wave-shaped rocks and broad coastal views.
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Day 10
Ishigakijima Island, Japan
Ishigaki is the southern gateway to Japan’s Yaeyama Islands, where subtropical forests, coral reefs and clear seas set the pace. From the port, head to Kabira Bay for its jade-green water and glass-bottom boat rides; swimming is prohibited there. Explore Ishigaki Yaima Village for traditional Yaeyama houses, or seek out the island’s limestone cave. Return for grilled Ishigaki beef and Yaeyama soba, two local specialties worth making room for.
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Day 11
Naha, Japan
Naha is the gateway to Okinawa, where Japan’s subtropical south feels distinct from the mainland. Begin at Shuri Castle, former seat of the Ryukyu Kingdom, now being rebuilt after the 2019 fire. Along Kokusai Street, browse local crafts and taste Okinawan specialties, including bitter melon and sweet-potato treats. For a quieter glimpse of island life, explore Shikinaen, a royal garden with ponds and traditional architecture. Naha rewards curiosity beyond the waterfront.
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Day 13
Kobe-Osaka, Japan
Osaka rewards travellers who look beyond its famous appetite. Japan’s third-largest city blends merchant heritage, bold architecture and everyday energy. At Osaka Castle, stone walls and broad moats frame a defining chapter of the city’s past. Follow locals to Dotonbori, where neon reflects on the canal and takoyaki comes hot from the grill. Excellent rail links make Osaka a practical gateway to Kyoto, Nara and Kobe.
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Day 15
Tokyo, Japan
Tokyo is a city of contrasts best explored one neighborhood at a time. In Asakusa, Senso-ji’s lantern gates lead to a centuries-old Buddhist temple; nearby, the Sumida River frames the skyline. Ride the efficient rail network to sleek Ginza, quiet Meiji Shrine, or the high-rise streets of Shinjuku. Come hungry: sushi counters, ramen shops, and department-store food halls make eating well remarkably easy. Tokyo’s scale is immense, but its details reward curiosity.
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Published September 1, 2026
Last updated October 3, 2026
Author: J. Richard
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