24 nights · Kyoto, Japan · Departs Kobe-Osaka (Japan) · Visiting Kochi City, Naha, Keelung, Salomague-Ilocos, Manila, Kota Kinabalu, Singapore, Klang, Penang Island Malaysia, Phuket, Langkawi Island Malaysia, Jakarta, Semarang, Surabaya, Benoa · Aboard Regent Seven Seas Cruises on the Seven Seas Navigator
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| Cruise line | Regent Seven Seas Cruises |
|---|---|
| Ship | Seven Seas Navigator |
| Duration | 24 nights |
| Port calls | 16 |
| Departures | 1 sailings |
| From fare | $33,998 per person |
| Year built | 1999 |
| Guests | 557 |
| Cabins | 245 |
| Crew | 345 |
| Length | 170 m |
| Beam | 24 m |
| Cruising speed | 18.0 kn |
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.
Kochi rewards curious visitors with Shikoku’s history and easygoing, open-air pleasures. At its heart, Kochi Castle is one of Japan’s twelve castles to retain its original keep. Nearby, the Sunday market and Hirome Market reveal local life through seasonal produce and katsuo no tataki, seared bonito. Follow the coast to Katsurahama, where a statue of samurai reformer Sakamoto Ryoma faces the sea.
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.
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.
Salomague, in Ilocos Sur, opens onto the Philippines’ northwest coast and the heritage-rich landscapes of the Ilocos region. The port is a practical starting point for Vigan, a UNESCO World Heritage city with preserved Spanish colonial architecture. Calle Crisologo’s cobbles and ancestral homes reward an unhurried walk. Nearby coastal villages offer a quieter glimpse of Ilocano life. Make time for both: Vigan’s historic core rewards a walk, while the surrounding countryside is best explored by road.
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.
Kota Kinabalu, Sabah’s capital on Malaysian Borneo, faces the South China Sea. Begin at the waterfront, then explore the central market or Sabah State Museum. Boats reach Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park, where five islands offer swimming and snorkelling just offshore. On Sundays, Gaya Street hosts a popular market, while Mount Kinabalu rises inland, about 90 kilometres away.
Singapore rewards the curious with a rare mix of order, energy and invention. Within a short ride of the waterfront, explore Chinatown’s shophouses, Little India’s temples and Kampong Glam’s Malay heritage. Follow pepper crab and satay aromas into a hawker centre, where local cooks make a persuasive case for lunch. For a quieter hour, Gardens by the Bay pairs dramatic Supertrees with cool conservatories and views across Marina Bay.
Port Klang is Malaysia’s busiest seaport and the practical gateway to Kuala Lumpur, about 40 kilometres inland. Stay nearby to explore Klang’s royal history and lively Little India. Follow the scent of bak kut teh, the peppery pork-and-herb soup that made the town famous. Or head to Kuala Lumpur for grand mosques, markets and city views; allow extra time for traffic.
Penang is Malaysia at its most layered, where Malay, Chinese, Indian and colonial influences meet on a compact island. In George Town, follow UNESCO-listed streets past painted shophouses, temples and historic clan jetties. Order char kway teow or assam laksa; the island’s hawker food is reason enough to linger. When the heat rises, ride the funicular up Penang Hill for cooler air and sweeping views across the strait. Here, the pleasures are close together, yet never feel hurried.
Phuket rewards a little planning: Thailand’s largest island combines lively beaches with a compact, characterful old town. In Phuket Town, pastel Sino-Portuguese shophouses and cafés offer a quieter counterpoint to the resort coast. Visit Wat Chalong, the island’s best-known Buddhist temple, or take a boat into the limestone scenery of Phang Nga Bay. Choose your day carefully: distances are substantial, and traffic can make short journeys slow.
Langkawi makes a rewarding port of call, with beaches, rainforest and striking geology nearby. Its UNESCO Global Geopark is known for ancient rock formations, limestone karsts and mangrove forests. Ride the cable car up Gunung Mat Cincang for views across the archipelago and the Andaman Sea. By boat, explore Kilim Karst Geoforest Park, where tidal waterways thread between cliffs and mangrove roots. Pantai Cenang offers a broad beach and cafés, while duty-free shops provide a convenient final stop.
Cruise ships dock at Tanjung Priok, north of central Jakarta; allow extra time for traffic. Jakarta is Indonesia’s capital, where Dutch-era streets and modern towers share a crowded horizon. Begin in Kota Tua, the old town, with colonial façades, museums and Fatahillah Square. Monas commemorates independence, while the National Museum explores Indonesia’s history; save room for nasi goreng or satay.
Semarang rewards travelers who look beyond the harbor. Kota Lama’s Dutch-era warehouses and civic buildings recall the city’s trading past. The domed Gereja Blenduk anchors its historic square. Sam Poo Kong, a Chinese temple complex associated with 15th-century admiral Zheng He, reflects Java’s layered heritage. For a longer excursion, Borobudur, the celebrated Buddhist temple complex, lies about 100 kilometers inland. Make time for lumpia, Semarang’s famed spring roll.
Surabaya, East Java’s provincial capital and Indonesia’s second-largest city, is a working port with a layered past. From Tanjung Perak, explore the old quarter, lively markets and broad boulevards that reveal its trading-city character. The House of Sampoerna, set in a restored Dutch-era complex, tells the story of the city’s clove-cigarette industry. For a dramatic change of scene, Mount Bromo’s volcanic landscapes make a lengthy day trip from the city.
Benoa is Bali’s principal cruise gateway, set on the island’s sheltered southeast coast. From the pier, Bali’s contrasts are close at hand: Nusa Dua’s resorts and Sanur’s seafront. Denpasar offers markets, museums, and a glimpse of daily life beyond the resort belt. Allow time for traffic; journeys inland can take longer than the map suggests. For a deeper excursion, Ubud pairs galleries and rice terraces with a lively arts scene.
Published August 7, 2026
Last updated October 3, 2026
Author: J. Richard
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