The Enchanting Passage from Japan to Taiwan: Exploring Japan’s Ryukyu Islands 17D16N

From $9,661.06 Per Person, Twin Share 

At a Glance

Embark on an extraordinary adventure aboard the Coral Geographer ship to explore Japan's captivating Ryukyu Islands. This immersive journey promises a wealth of insights into the region's nature, culture, and vibrant communities, offering a rare opportunity to discover these unexplored sites.

Your voyage begins in the bustling city of Fukuoka before setting sail on the Coral Geographer for Nagasaki, a city steeped in history. Here, you'll delve into the wartime past, admire internationally influenced architecture, and explore traditional shrines and temples. As you venture deeper into the remote Okinawan Islands, you'll encounter the unique lifestyles of those who rely on the sea for their livelihood, immersing yourself in the fascinating fishing village of Suwanosejima.

The Ryukyu Islands are brimming with ancient mythical legends, and you'll have the chance to uncover ...

Trip Highlights

  • Discover Nagasaki's historic city with its wartime history, diverse architecture, and sacred sites.
  • Explore remote Okinawan Islands, uncovering the sea-dependent lifestyles and visiting Suwanosejima fishing village.
  • Immerse yourself in the Kerama Islands' pristine marine ecosystems, indulging in swimming, snorkeling, kayaking, and diving.
  • Marvel at the power and beauty of passing volcanic landscapes during strombolian eruptions.
  • Delight in ancient forests, pristine beaches, and breathtaking landscapes, perfect for nature and photography enthusiasts.
  • Witness rare endemic wildlife like Ludith's Jay and the Amami black rabbit, adding uniqueness to your journey.

What's Included

  • 16 nights' accommodation aboard Coral Geographer on a twin share basis
  • Indulge in delectable meals prepared by our skilled chefs onboard
  • Guided excursions led by our knowledgeable Expedition Team
  • Snorkeling and Kayaking equipment (SCUBA diving available at an additional cost)
  • Engage in daily lectures and briefings by Guest Lecturers, expanding your knowledge
  • Showcase wines and beer, as well as soft drinks, with lunch and dinner service
  • Access a 24-hour coffee and tea station with barista-style beverages
  • All entrance fees to National Parks, ports, traditional owner fees, and government charges are included
  • Enjoy the use of all onboard facilities, including a reference library
  • Benefit from post-cruise transfers in most destinations

Itinerary

Fukuoka: All aboard the Coral Geographer
Coral Geographer or Coral Adventurer
Dinner
Nagasaki: Uncover A Rich And Colourful History
Coral Geographer or Coral Adventurer
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Shimokoshikijima: Discover Geological Wonders
Coral Geographer or Coral Adventurer
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Kagoshima:  Witness the Natural Beauty of Kagoshima 
Coral Geographer or Coral Adventurer
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Yakushima:  Journey into the Majestic Cedar Forests of Yakushima
Coral Geographer or Coral Adventurer
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Suwanosejima: Witness the Spectacle of Volcanic Activity
Coral Geographer or Coral Adventurer
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Amami Oshima: Wildlife Treasures and Tropical Delights
Coral Geographer or Coral Adventurer
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Okinoerabujima: Explore Shoryudo Cave and Its Twinkling Stalactites and Stalagmites
Coral Geographer or Coral Adventurer
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Visit Japan's Northernmost Island and Witness the Southern Cross
Coral Geographer or Coral Adventurer
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Discover the Cultural Treasures of Naha
Coral Geographer or Coral Adventurer
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Exploring Zamami Island: Kerama's Hidden Gem
Coral Geographer or Coral Adventurer
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Kumejima: Unspoiled Coastlines and Majestic Rock Formations
Coral Geographer or Coral Adventurer
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Adventure in Miyakojima: Limestone Caves and Mesmerizing Rock Formations
Coral Geographer or Coral Adventurer
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Cultural Delights of Ishigaki: Manta Rays, Coral Reefs, and Okinawan Traditions
Coral Geographer or Coral Adventurer
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Nature's Wonders: Iriomote and Hateruma's Mangroves and Starry Skies
Coral Geographer or Coral Adventurer
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Yonaguni Island: Unveiling Submerged Wonders and Cultural Marvels
Coral Geographer or Coral Adventurer
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
The Final Day: Embracing Keelung, Taiwan
None
Breakfast

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How To Get There

- The start point is Fukoaka, Japan

- The finish point is Keelung, Taiwan

Weather & Climate

Ryukyu passage has a humid, subtropical climate. The sea temp ranges from 21°C in Feb to 30°C in Aug, making it ideal for marine activities year-round. The wet season (mid-May to late June) brings a higher risk of typhoons from June to September.

Not Included
  • Pre and post flights, transfers and hotels
  • Entry visas/travel permits
  • Travel Insurance
  • Items of a personal nature including but not limited to phone and internet communications and bar charges (outside of the included drinks package as highlighted), laundry charges and souvenir purchases
  • Tipping is not required. Other cruise lines automatically add gratuities to your account and service charges to your bar invoices. On Coral Geographer the crew has no other agenda than your delight.
Other Information

Onlyluxe Travel acts as travel agency and work with different tour operators.

Payment Detail
All pricing is in Australian dollars and are quoted on a per person twin share basis. A supplementary price is available (see below). Bookings are not confirmed until full payment and the signed Booking Form has been received by Onlyluxe Travel.

A non-refundable 30% deposit is payable within 7 days of your booking, with the final balance due 90 days prior to departure. If a booking is made 90 days or less before departure, the full payment is payable immediately. Last minute bookings are payable before arrival. Failure to pay on time may result in automatic cancellation of a booking with cancellation penalties payable to Onlyluxe Travel. If you pay by credit card or PayPal a surcharge will be added to the total price.

Single Supplement
All accommodation is twin share. Single guests will share with someone of the same gender. If a single room is demanded, a supplementary price of will apply. The supplementary price refers to our quotation and needs to be stipulated at the time of booking.

General Cancellation Policies
- Outside of 90 days monies will be refunded less 30% of full fee
- Within 90 days prior to arrival all monies will be forfeited
- No refunds will be given in the event of non-arrival, any unused services or unused nights due to flight or weather disruption
- We strongly recommend guests protect themselves with travel insurance and medical insurance

Please Note: Cancellations must be advised in email and will take effect from the date they are received.

Liability
The participant agrees to indemnify Onlyluxe Travel, and its servant, tour operator and agents, in relation to any liability, loss and damage which the tour operator, or its servants and/or agents may incur as a result of the participants, negligence or misconduct during the tour.

Smoking is not permitted on the bus, or in tents or in other accommodation being used by tour operator at the time that a trip is being conducted.

Child Policy
Please consult travel consultant on age limit.

Changes to Itineraries
Local conditions may necessitate changes to sightseeing, walking and driving routes, camping and accommodation locations. While every effort will be made to provide the services and experiences as offered in our brochure, on our website, and in our trip letters, we reserve the right to vary your itinerary. In the event that we are forced to change your arrangements, substitute arrangements of a similar standard will be provided. The tour operator will not be liable where interruptions to itineraries are caused by weather conditions, technical problems to transport used by the tour operator, industrial action, political or civil commotion or other circumstances beyond our control. We refer you to the conditions regarding travel insurance.

Changes in Prices
While we will do its utmost to honour its pricing unforeseen circumstances may mean that prices may be subject to change without notice.

Pre-Existing Medical Conditions and Age Limits
You need to advise Onlyluxe travel and the tour operator on any pre-existing medical condition, mobility impairment and/or disability that might reasonably be expected to increase the risk of your requiring medical attention, or that might affect the normal conduct of a trip and the enjoyment of other trip members. Onlyluxe Travel and the tour operator may require an assessment of your medical condition from a qualified medical practitioner. If you fail to adequately notify the tour operator of any pre-existing medical conditions and/or disability, the tour operator reserves the right, at its reasonable discretion, to cancel your participation in a trip at any time, including after the commencement of your trip, with no right of refund if your medical condition, mobility impairment and/or disability could be reasonably expected to affect the normal conduct of the trip and the enjoyment of other trip members.

Cancellation by The Tour Operator
The walks take place in very special wilderness settings. The tour operator is at the mercy of nature in all her beauty and all her fury. The tour operator will under no circumstance knowingly place at risk the health and well-being of our guests and guides. In the case of natural threats, acts of God and the like (e.g. bushfires, impassable snow, etc) the tour operator may need to cancel a walk with very little notice. In some cases, this can occur after the walk has commenced. The tour operator reserves the right to cancel any walk up to 60 days prior to departure if a minimum of 4 walkers are unable to meet for a tour. If the tour operator needs to cancel for any reason, the cost of the walk or any other costs associated with travel to the designated pick up point, overnight accommodation, meals, etc will not be covered by the Onlyluxe Travel and therefore we strongly recommend travel insurance be taken out prior to travel.

Force Majeure
'Force Majeure' means (without restriction) any event which Onlyluxe Travel or its third party providers could not, even with due care, foresee or avoid. Force Majeure covers events such as, but not limited to, adverse weather conditions, fire and all similar events beyond our control. In the case of Force Majeure Onlyluxe Travel will not accept liability, and reserves the right to change and cancel trips.

Evacuations
In rare circumstances, due to injury or unforeseen illness, the tour operator may need to evacuate you from a remote part of the walk. Helicopter evacuations are expensive and in most cases will be at a cost to the customer.

For Australian residents, under the Australian Government Medicare Act, it is prohibited for any domestic travel insurance product to provide any financial reimbursement with regard to ambulance or air ambulance services. We therefore strongly advise our customers to take specific ambulance cover through their health insurance provider. Evacuation cost will not be covered by the Onlyluxe Travel and therefore it is also strongly recommended that our customers take out travel insurance to cover (amongst other things) the costs associated with evacuation.

Travel Insurance
In view of the heavy cancellation penalties applied to cancelled reservations in certain circumstances, we strongly recommends suitable travel insurance be purchased at the time the holding deposit is paid. We recommend insurance cover that covers any loss which may be suffered due to cancellation. We also strongly recommend comprehensive travel insurance against loss of baggage and medical expenses.

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