Costa Cruises : 9 nights from Hong Kong with Costa Serena
Nov 12, 2025

Keelung

Keelung is an important port city in Taiwan, the second after Kaohsiung. The name means “rooster's cage” and it is said to come from the local mountain whose shape resembles that of a rooster's cage or from the early inhabitants of the region.

Don't miss the opportunity to visit the city in all its glory and taste the local cuisine inside the famous Miaokou night market. If you are a nature lover and you want to enjoy breathtaking views, Heping Island GeoPark is the place for you! Located on the Keelung seashore and declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it boasts of a wide range of unique flora and fauna. Choose a cruise that stops in Keelung and enjoy the visit of this beautiful city thanks to one of the many excursions available.

Set sail from Keelung, Taiwan's bustling northern port city, and embark on an exciting cruise adventure across Asia. Surrounded by lush mountains and the vibrant Pacific, Keelung offers a dynamic blend of natural beauty and urban energy. Before you depart, explore its famous night market for local delicacies, visit the majestic Miaokou Temple, or take in the panoramic views from Chung Cheng Park. Keelung provides a fascinating glimpse into Taiwanese culture, making it a unique and convenient starting point for your oriental voyage.

Cruises departing from Keelung open up a world of rich cultural experiences and stunning landscapes across East and Southeast Asia. Whether you dream of the futuristic cities of Japan, the historical treasures of South Korea, or the pristine beaches of the Philippines, Keelung serves as an ideal launchpad. Enjoy the seamless transition from the lively streets of Taiwan to the luxurious comfort of your cruise ship, ready for days of exploration, relaxation, and unforgettable moments. Each journey from Keelung promises a deep dive into diverse cultures and breathtaking scenery, leaving you with lasting memories.

Busan

During a stop in Busan, you can visit the Haedong Yonggungsa Temple, perched on the coast and overlooking the sea, which offers a unique atmosphere of peace and spirituality. Those looking for moments of relaxation can enjoy the famous Haeundae beach, famous for its crystal clear waters and lively local life. For an authentic experience, the Jagalchi Fish Market is a must: here you can taste fresh seafood dishes and observe Korean gastronomic culture in a picturesque and lively setting.

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Nagasaki

Keelung

Keelung is an important port city in Taiwan, the second after Kaohsiung. The name means “rooster's cage” and it is said to come from the local mountain whose shape resembles that of a rooster's cage or from the early inhabitants of the region.

Don't miss the opportunity to visit the city in all its glory and taste the local cuisine inside the famous Miaokou night market. If you are a nature lover and you want to enjoy breathtaking views, Heping Island GeoPark is the place for you! Located on the Keelung seashore and declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it boasts of a wide range of unique flora and fauna. Choose a cruise that stops in Keelung and enjoy the visit of this beautiful city thanks to one of the many excursions available.

Set sail from Keelung, Taiwan's bustling northern port city, and embark on an exciting cruise adventure across Asia. Surrounded by lush mountains and the vibrant Pacific, Keelung offers a dynamic blend of natural beauty and urban energy. Before you depart, explore its famous night market for local delicacies, visit the majestic Miaokou Temple, or take in the panoramic views from Chung Cheng Park. Keelung provides a fascinating glimpse into Taiwanese culture, making it a unique and convenient starting point for your oriental voyage.

Cruises departing from Keelung open up a world of rich cultural experiences and stunning landscapes across East and Southeast Asia. Whether you dream of the futuristic cities of Japan, the historical treasures of South Korea, or the pristine beaches of the Philippines, Keelung serves as an ideal launchpad. Enjoy the seamless transition from the lively streets of Taiwan to the luxurious comfort of your cruise ship, ready for days of exploration, relaxation, and unforgettable moments. Each journey from Keelung promises a deep dive into diverse cultures and breathtaking scenery, leaving you with lasting memories.

Hong Kong

Hong Kong is one of the main cities in China for its economy, tourism and the density of population. Hong Kong is a combination of Eastern and Western cultures, new and old, offering its visitors an endless variety of places to explore, bars, clubs, street markets, haute-couture boutiques and much more. Visit the Tsim Sha Tsui Promenade with its breath-taking landscape on the port. At night the buildings are all lighted-up and offer a real spectacle. If you want to take a break from the skyscrapers and are looking for a calmer place, you can reach Repulse Bay, more crowded in summer, for a relaxing walk and detox from the traffic and the frenzy typical of the huge metropolis. Many of the Cruises to Far East leave from Hong Kong’s port and take you to Vietnam, Cambodia, Thailand and Singapore, to discover the most exotic places in the world. You can visit the Far East with the best cruise companies such as Royal Caribbean, Norwegian Cruise Line, Silversea and many more.

Hong Kong (Chinese: 香港, Xiānggǎngpinyin; literally "Fragrant Harbor") is one of two special administrative regions of the People's Republic of China along with Macau. It is located on the southern coast of China between the Pearl River Delta and the South China Sea. The city is famous for its predominant skyline and deep natural harbor. With an area of ​​1,104 km2 and a population of seven million people, Hong Kong is one of the most densely populated areas in the world. 95% of Hong Kong's population is of Chinese ethnicity, while the remaining 5% belong to other groups. The city's majority Chinese ethnic group, the Han, mainly originates from the cities of Canton and Taishan in the nearby province of Guangdong.

Hong Kong became a colony of the British Empire after the First Opium War (1839-1842). Originally limited to Hong Kong Island alone, the colony's borders were extended, in 1860, to include the Kowloon Peninsula and then with new territories in 1898. The region was then briefly occupied by Japan during the Pacific War, then returned to British control, which ended in 1997 when China resumed its sovereignty. The history of Hong Kong has profoundly influenced its culture, which is often described as "the East meets the West", and the education system which pursued the English system until the reforms implemented in 2009.

Under the principle "one country, two systems", Hong Kong has a political system different from mainland China. The functioning of the country's independent judiciary works according to the Common law legal system model. The Hong Kong Basic Law, its constitution, establishes that the region enjoys a high degree of autonomy in all aspects, except foreign relations and military defense. Despite Hong Kong having a thriving multi-party system, a small electorate controls half of its legislature. The Chief Executive of Hong Kong, the head of government, is chosen by an electoral committee which varies from 400 to 1,200 members, a system which will be in force for all the first 20 years of Chinese rule.

Hong Kong is one of the most important international financial centers in the world and like the others, Hong Kong boasts a large capitalist economy based on the tertiary sector and characterized by low taxation and free trade. The currency, the Hong Kong dollar, is the eighth most traded currency in the world. The lack of space and the growing number of inhabitants and infrastructure have led the city to have an intense density of buildings, making it the most vertical city in the world. Hong Kong citizens boast one of the highest per capita incomes in the world. The density has also led to the development of an advanced public transport network. The citizens who use it are over 90%, the highest percentage in the world. Hong Kong enjoys high positions in numerous international rankings. For example, in economic freedom, economic and financial competitiveness, quality of life, corruption, the human development index, etc., the region is always ranked among the top places.
According to estimates from both the United Nations and the WHO, Hong Kong, in 2012, had the longest life expectancy of any other region in the world.