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Tianjin

Located in northern China, Tianjin is a metropolis that exudes an Eastern and Western flavor. There are many unmissable attractions to visit during your cruise.
If you want to admire the majesty of the Chinese mountains and forests, a good choice is Panshan, a scenic place that combines popular customs, natural landscapes and famous historical sites. It is called “Panshan” because it looks like a giant dragon that wraps around the entire mountain where the lushness of the trees makes it a wonderful summer resort.

It is said that Tianjin is a combination of typically Chinese and Western elements. The Xikai Church, with architecture in the Western style typical of French Romanesque style is a perfect example of this mix; if you are lucky, you can also come across a wedding, where it is possible to enjoy the purity of a ceremony in which Chinese and Western styles blend together. There is also a representative of Western-style architecture - the Century Clock. The building with the classic shape of the clock and with the twelve-hour dial in which the twelve constellations are indicated. Each constellation has its own history in which classical and modern, foreign and local cultures are integrated.

If you have a strong interest in Chinese history, a visit to the Tianjin museum is a must. The most singular feature of the Museum is that all the exhibits in the museum are exhibited according to the history of human development and the order of change of the dynasties, from humanistic to artistic exhibits, so that it seems to walk in a time tunnel , using a "God's eye view" to observe the process of the history of time and development.

Tianjin: Northern China's Cruise Gateway to Asian Wonders

Set sail from Tianjin, a dynamic metropolis and major port city in Northern China, offering a significant departure point for exploring the diverse landscapes and rich cultures of East Asia. Known for its unique blend of traditional Chinese architecture and European colonial influences, Tianjin provides a fascinating prelude to your cruise. Before embarking, explore its impressive Five Avenues district, ancient cultural streets, and vibrant markets. Tianjin promises a stimulating and culturally rich beginning to your Asian cruise adventure.

Explore Asian Horizons from Tianjin

Cruises departing from Tianjin open up a world of possibilities across the sparkling waters of East Asia. Whether you dream of discovering the ancient wonders of Japan, the historical richness of South Korea, or the modern marvels of other Chinese cities, Tianjin serves as an excellent launchpad. Enjoy the seamless transition from the bustling streets of China to the luxurious comfort of your cruise ship, ready for days of exploration, relaxation, and unforgettable moments. Each voyage from Tianjin promises breathtaking scenery and a deep dive into the rich tapestry of Asian cultures, leaving you with lasting memories.

Tianjin

Located in northern China, Tianjin is a metropolis that exudes an Eastern and Western flavor. There are many unmissable attractions to visit during your cruise.
If you want to admire the majesty of the Chinese mountains and forests, a good choice is Panshan, a scenic place that combines popular customs, natural landscapes and famous historical sites. It is called “Panshan” because it looks like a giant dragon that wraps around the entire mountain where the lushness of the trees makes it a wonderful summer resort.

It is said that Tianjin is a combination of typically Chinese and Western elements. The Xikai Church, with architecture in the Western style typical of French Romanesque style is a perfect example of this mix; if you are lucky, you can also come across a wedding, where it is possible to enjoy the purity of a ceremony in which Chinese and Western styles blend together. There is also a representative of Western-style architecture - the Century Clock. The building with the classic shape of the clock and with the twelve-hour dial in which the twelve constellations are indicated. Each constellation has its own history in which classical and modern, foreign and local cultures are integrated.

If you have a strong interest in Chinese history, a visit to the Tianjin museum is a must. The most singular feature of the Museum is that all the exhibits in the museum are exhibited according to the history of human development and the order of change of the dynasties, from humanistic to artistic exhibits, so that it seems to walk in a time tunnel , using a "God's eye view" to observe the process of the history of time and development.

Tianjin: Northern China's Cruise Gateway to Asian Wonders

Set sail from Tianjin, a dynamic metropolis and major port city in Northern China, offering a significant departure point for exploring the diverse landscapes and rich cultures of East Asia. Known for its unique blend of traditional Chinese architecture and European colonial influences, Tianjin provides a fascinating prelude to your cruise. Before embarking, explore its impressive Five Avenues district, ancient cultural streets, and vibrant markets. Tianjin promises a stimulating and culturally rich beginning to your Asian cruise adventure.

Explore Asian Horizons from Tianjin

Cruises departing from Tianjin open up a world of possibilities across the sparkling waters of East Asia. Whether you dream of discovering the ancient wonders of Japan, the historical richness of South Korea, or the modern marvels of other Chinese cities, Tianjin serves as an excellent launchpad. Enjoy the seamless transition from the bustling streets of China to the luxurious comfort of your cruise ship, ready for days of exploration, relaxation, and unforgettable moments. Each voyage from Tianjin promises breathtaking scenery and a deep dive into the rich tapestry of Asian cultures, leaving you with lasting memories.

Dalian

Dalian is a port city in northeastern China, in the center of the Liaodong Peninsula across the Yellow Sea from Korea.

This is a tourist destination for the beaches and the surrounding scenic beauty. Dalian is a relatively small city. It is an important industrial city and has a milder summer climate than Beijing or Shanghai. Often cited as the most beautiful city in China, and it has been rated as one of the most livable cities in the State.
One of the main reasons tourists choose to visit this part of China is the beautiful coast of Dalian.
Also worth a visit is Bin Hai Road, which stretches along the sea, known for its enchanting panorama.
The Dalian Ocean World - a marine theme park with an underwater tunnel where many marine creatures reside.  Various zoological parks, an amusement park with aquariums, a wild bird park, polar bears, and much more.
While the rainforest is a structure full of artificial waterfalls, with lush vegetation.
Several important museums and art galleries reside in the city of Dalian. The most memorable include the Prehistoric Museum of Life and its archaeological finds and the largest wax museum in China.
It offers an immediately recognizable holiday atmosphere and is well-developed, containing many modern shopping centers, elegant skyscrapers, large expanses of park, and several surrounding beaches, on the south side of the city.

Shanghai

Shanghai, known all over the world as "the Magical City", is the economic and financial center of China. In this city, antiquity and modernity meet and blend in perfect harmony. The typically Western architecture present in the Bund area with the imposing Pudong skyscrapers meet ancient streets where you can visit picturesque tea houses and immerse yourself in a typically Chinese atmosphere.

In the areas of the ancient foreign concessions, areas once ceded by the Empire to some European countries, today tourist destinations of great importance, the city preserves a rich heritage of typically European-style architecture. The surrounding areas also host a series of unique tourist attractions of their kind such as: the Shanghai Oriental Pearl Radio and Television Tower, the Shanghai Safari Park and the Shanghai Science and Technology Museum.

In the city there are attractions and activities of all kinds. For those who love nightlife, a visit to the Bund in the evening to enjoy the beautiful spectacle offered by the lights of the skyscrapers is an unmissable experience! For history lovers, the choice of a visit to the Xuhui, Tianping Road and Hunan Road district to find the most beautiful ancient houses, or in the old Shanghai Lilong to feel the precipice of history is one of the first things to do! For art lovers, 1933 Old Millfun is an art warehouse complex where you can see a mix of Chinese and Western art and enjoy the charm of this fusion between Chinese and Western art. Finally, don't forget to climb the Oriental Pearl Tower to take a look at this international metropolis.

Located in the eastern region of China, Shanghai, known worldwide as the 'Pearl of the Orient', is a metropolis that perfectly combines the ancient heart of China and the avant-garde impetus of the modern world. This combination of tradition and modernity offers a variety of attractions suitable for every type of visitor, even those with more extravagant tastes. Do not miss the opportunity to visit these wonders during your cruise. If you want to admire the imposing skyscrapers up close and be amazed, a good choice is to visit the Bund, an iconic place in the city where tourists have the opportunity to admire the skyline up close with the famous TV tower and the skyscrapers of the financial district with English or French style buildings behind them that testify to the ancient Western presence in the area. If you are in this area in the evening, the LED lights that illuminate the different buildings create a unique show of its kind that will undoubtedly leave you speechless. If, on the other hand, you have a keen interest in Chinese history and culture, a visit to Yu Garden is a must. The distinctive feature of this garden is the typically Chinese style that has remained unchanged over the years despite the city's evolution. The impression you get once you are there is that of going back in time even though the surrounding city is looking to the future! If you are a lover of unbridled fun, know that the Disneyland amusement park was inaugurated in the city in 2016. Don't miss the opportunity to enjoy the guaranteed fun of the numerous attractions from the most peaceful to the most daring ones that will give you a strong adrenaline rush. Here you can also meet the Disneyland characters up close who have accompanied you in your childhood by making you laugh. One of the best ways to reach the city is on board a cruise ship. Choose a cruise that starts from Shanghai or that has the city as a stop to be able to visit the beauties of the city and Japan thanks to unique itineraries!

Shanghai

Shanghai, known all over the world as "the Magical City", is the economic and financial center of China. In this city, antiquity and modernity meet and blend in perfect harmony. The typically Western architecture present in the Bund area with the imposing Pudong skyscrapers meet ancient streets where you can visit picturesque tea houses and immerse yourself in a typically Chinese atmosphere.

In the areas of the ancient foreign concessions, areas once ceded by the Empire to some European countries, today tourist destinations of great importance, the city preserves a rich heritage of typically European-style architecture. The surrounding areas also host a series of unique tourist attractions of their kind such as: the Shanghai Oriental Pearl Radio and Television Tower, the Shanghai Safari Park and the Shanghai Science and Technology Museum.

In the city there are attractions and activities of all kinds. For those who love nightlife, a visit to the Bund in the evening to enjoy the beautiful spectacle offered by the lights of the skyscrapers is an unmissable experience! For history lovers, the choice of a visit to the Xuhui, Tianping Road and Hunan Road district to find the most beautiful ancient houses, or in the old Shanghai Lilong to feel the precipice of history is one of the first things to do! For art lovers, 1933 Old Millfun is an art warehouse complex where you can see a mix of Chinese and Western art and enjoy the charm of this fusion between Chinese and Western art. Finally, don't forget to climb the Oriental Pearl Tower to take a look at this international metropolis.

Located in the eastern region of China, Shanghai, known worldwide as the 'Pearl of the Orient', is a metropolis that perfectly combines the ancient heart of China and the avant-garde impetus of the modern world. This combination of tradition and modernity offers a variety of attractions suitable for every type of visitor, even those with more extravagant tastes. Do not miss the opportunity to visit these wonders during your cruise. If you want to admire the imposing skyscrapers up close and be amazed, a good choice is to visit the Bund, an iconic place in the city where tourists have the opportunity to admire the skyline up close with the famous TV tower and the skyscrapers of the financial district with English or French style buildings behind them that testify to the ancient Western presence in the area. If you are in this area in the evening, the LED lights that illuminate the different buildings create a unique show of its kind that will undoubtedly leave you speechless. If, on the other hand, you have a keen interest in Chinese history and culture, a visit to Yu Garden is a must. The distinctive feature of this garden is the typically Chinese style that has remained unchanged over the years despite the city's evolution. The impression you get once you are there is that of going back in time even though the surrounding city is looking to the future! If you are a lover of unbridled fun, know that the Disneyland amusement park was inaugurated in the city in 2016. Don't miss the opportunity to enjoy the guaranteed fun of the numerous attractions from the most peaceful to the most daring ones that will give you a strong adrenaline rush. Here you can also meet the Disneyland characters up close who have accompanied you in your childhood by making you laugh. One of the best ways to reach the city is on board a cruise ship. Choose a cruise that starts from Shanghai or that has the city as a stop to be able to visit the beauties of the city and Japan thanks to unique itineraries!

Shanghai

Shanghai, known all over the world as "the Magical City", is the economic and financial center of China. In this city, antiquity and modernity meet and blend in perfect harmony. The typically Western architecture present in the Bund area with the imposing Pudong skyscrapers meet ancient streets where you can visit picturesque tea houses and immerse yourself in a typically Chinese atmosphere.

In the areas of the ancient foreign concessions, areas once ceded by the Empire to some European countries, today tourist destinations of great importance, the city preserves a rich heritage of typically European-style architecture. The surrounding areas also host a series of unique tourist attractions of their kind such as: the Shanghai Oriental Pearl Radio and Television Tower, the Shanghai Safari Park and the Shanghai Science and Technology Museum.

In the city there are attractions and activities of all kinds. For those who love nightlife, a visit to the Bund in the evening to enjoy the beautiful spectacle offered by the lights of the skyscrapers is an unmissable experience! For history lovers, the choice of a visit to the Xuhui, Tianping Road and Hunan Road district to find the most beautiful ancient houses, or in the old Shanghai Lilong to feel the precipice of history is one of the first things to do! For art lovers, 1933 Old Millfun is an art warehouse complex where you can see a mix of Chinese and Western art and enjoy the charm of this fusion between Chinese and Western art. Finally, don't forget to climb the Oriental Pearl Tower to take a look at this international metropolis.

Located in the eastern region of China, Shanghai, known worldwide as the 'Pearl of the Orient', is a metropolis that perfectly combines the ancient heart of China and the avant-garde impetus of the modern world. This combination of tradition and modernity offers a variety of attractions suitable for every type of visitor, even those with more extravagant tastes. Do not miss the opportunity to visit these wonders during your cruise. If you want to admire the imposing skyscrapers up close and be amazed, a good choice is to visit the Bund, an iconic place in the city where tourists have the opportunity to admire the skyline up close with the famous TV tower and the skyscrapers of the financial district with English or French style buildings behind them that testify to the ancient Western presence in the area. If you are in this area in the evening, the LED lights that illuminate the different buildings create a unique show of its kind that will undoubtedly leave you speechless. If, on the other hand, you have a keen interest in Chinese history and culture, a visit to Yu Garden is a must. The distinctive feature of this garden is the typically Chinese style that has remained unchanged over the years despite the city's evolution. The impression you get once you are there is that of going back in time even though the surrounding city is looking to the future! If you are a lover of unbridled fun, know that the Disneyland amusement park was inaugurated in the city in 2016. Don't miss the opportunity to enjoy the guaranteed fun of the numerous attractions from the most peaceful to the most daring ones that will give you a strong adrenaline rush. Here you can also meet the Disneyland characters up close who have accompanied you in your childhood by making you laugh. One of the best ways to reach the city is on board a cruise ship. Choose a cruise that starts from Shanghai or that has the city as a stop to be able to visit the beauties of the city and Japan thanks to unique itineraries!

Naha

Naha is a city in Japan, known worldwide as the “blue zone” of longevity for its natural environment and peaceful lifestyle. There are many must-see attractions, Shurijo Castle is undoubtedly one of them.

Declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2000, the ancient residence of the rulers as well as theancient religious seat of the kingdom stands in the hills east of the city center. A visit to the castle offersthe opportunity to take a walk surrounded by nature and enjoy breathtaking views of the city. Also not tobe missed are the various food markets and typical restaurants where you can taste various local dishes.
Very beautiful destinations are the various gardens that include all the characteristic elements of Japanese gardens. There it is possible to immerse oneself in a pleasant and relaxing atmosphere.

Naha: Okinawa's Gateway to the Ryukyu Islands and Asia

Set sail from Naha, the vibrant capital of Okinawa, Japan, and embark on an exciting cruise across the East China Sea. This subtropical island city offers a unique blend of Japanese, Chinese, and Southeast Asian influences, providing a captivating starting point for your voyage. Before stepping aboard, explore Shuri Castle, stroll along Kokusai Dori, and savor the distinct Okinawan cuisine. Naha promises a fascinating cultural prelude to your Asian adventure.

Explore Asian Wonders from Naha's Shores

Cruises departing from Naha open up a world of diverse cultural experiences and stunning island landscapes. Whether you dream of discovering the historical richness of Taiwan, the bustling cities of mainland China, or the serene beauty of other Japanese islands, Naha serves as an excellent launchpad. Enjoy the seamless transition from the lively streets of Okinawa to the luxurious comfort of your cruise ship, ready for days of exploration, relaxation, and unforgettable moments. Each journey from Naha promises breathtaking scenery and a deep dive into the rich tapestry of Asian cultures, leaving you with lasting memories.

Ishigaki

Ishigaki is a city in Japan, known to the world for the beauty of its beaches and its crystal clear sea. Among the many unmissable attractions, a visit to the Shinto shrines of Gongen Do and Fuzaki Kannon Do is undoubtedly an unforgettable experience that allows you to immerse yourself in the local atmosphere and culture. If instead you want to relax and enjoy a day at the sea, Kabira Bay is the right place for you!

Not only will you be able to relax, but also to carry out various activities including snorkeling and why not, take a lot of photos to update your social profiles! Choose a cruise that has Ishigaki as a stop and enjoy not missing the opportunity to take part in one of the many excursions available.