Circle Pacific Segment - Sydney to Tokyo (Yokohama) Cruise S008N

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DAY	DATE	PORT OF CALL	ARRIVAL	DEPARTURE
1	Wed 15 Apr 2020	Sydney, Australia	Embark	4:00 PM
Cruise ships berthed at Sydney’s Overseas Passenger Terminal (OPT) access sweeping views of the harbour, Opera House, CBD, Circular Quay ferry terminal, and Sydney Harbour Bridge – all within a few minutes’ walk. The White Bay Cruise Terminal for mid-sized vessels that can pass under the Bridge docks two cruise ships. White Bay is 30 minutes’ drive by taxi or shuttle bus from the CBD and Central Station, or take a ferry from Circular Quay (am) or Darling Harbour (pm) on cruise days. Long term car parking is not too far away from each terminal. During the crowded summer season cruise ships occasionally tender passengers from Athol Buoy and Point Piper Buoy. QM2 has docked at Garden Island Naval Base. more info
2	Thu 16 Apr 2020	At Sea
3	Fri 17 Apr 2020	Brisbane, Australia	7:00 AM	5:00 PM
Approaching Brisbane River via beautiful Moreton Bay is a scenic delight. The most commonly used Portside Wharf Cruise Terminal is 14 km up-river and 6 km from the CBD, but only accessible to ships that clear the twin Gateway Bridges and less than 270m in length. Regular users of this terminal are P&O Australia and Princess vessels. They sail to the South Pacific, Great Barrier Reef, New Zealand, and PNG. Larger cruise ships berth at the commercial Port of Brisbane (Fisherman Island) at the river mouth, 25 km from the CBD. Smaller ships also berth here when Portside is fully booked. The new Brisbane International Cruise Terminal on the north side of the river mouth will open October 2020. It will berth the world's largest cruise ships. more info
4	Sat 18 Apr 2020	At Sea
5	Sun 19 Apr 2020	At Sea
6	Mon 20 Apr 2020	Milne Bay (Alotau), Papua New Guinea	7:00 AM	4:00 PM
Milne Bay is home to almost five hundred islands, ranging from typical tropical islands and atolls through to huge volcanic and continental islands. It is situated at the easternmost inlet on the coast of mainland Papua New Guinea, and gives good access to coral reefs and diving. With no roads connecting it to the rest of the world, it truly is a quiet piece of paradise. It has some of the richest marine biodiversity in the world, and is fast becoming an established mecca for divers, as well as a destination for game and sports fishermen. Alternatively, one can hire a boat and explore the nearby islands, or take a local cultural cruise. more info
7	Tue 21 Apr 2020	At Sea
8	Wed 22 Apr 2020	At Sea
9	Thu 23 Apr 2020	At Sea
10	Fri 24 Apr 2020	At Sea
11	Sat 25 Apr 2020	At Sea
12	Sun 26 Apr 2020	Manila, Philippines	12:00 PM	8:00 PM
Manila, the capital of the Philippines and the most densely populated city in the world, is located on the eastern shores of Manila Bay, on the western side of the island of Luzon. This metropolis has certainly come a long way from being a fortified settlement and renowned trading centre in the 13th century. The city attracts over one million visitors from all over the world annually. For those interested in history, Intramuros, which was a walled Spanish settlement, and the Manila American Cemetery and Memorial, which includes the graves of thousands of Americans who died there in WWII, are well worth visiting. more info
13	Mon 27 Apr 2020	At Sea
14	Tue 28 Apr 2020	At Sea
15	Wed 29 Apr 2020	At Sea
16	Thu 30 Apr 2020	Seoul, South Korea	8:00 AM	11:00 PM
Seoul is the capital of South Korea, and is located on the Han River in the country's north-west. The city is an hour from Incheon port. With almost half of South Korea's population living in its greater area, it is the country's foremost economic, political and cultural centre. With its technologically advanced infrastructure, Seoul was chosen by the International Council of Societies of Industrial Design, as the World Design Capital of 2010. Myeongdong is a shopping district with the largest market in the country, with fashion boutiques and international brand outlets. The city is filled with specialised shopping districts, wares from local designers, art galleries, antiques and wholesale markets. more info
17	Fri 1 May 2020	At Sea
18	Sat 2 May 2020	Busan, South Korea	7:00 AM	6:00 PM
Busan (formerly Pusan), the second largest city and principal port of South Korea, is situated in the SE of the peninsula on the Korea Strait. The city has many steep hills, creating a delightful mix of mountains and ocean. While Busan was relatively untouched during the Korean War, the flood of refugees has shaped the city. Tourists often come to this region to hike and to visit the Buddhist Temples located deep within the region's mountains. The Beomeosa Temple, founded in 678 AD, is perhaps one of the most frequented temples in the area and is always packed with worshipers and tourists. For art buffs, Busan offers several museums and historical buildings. more info
19	Sun 3 May 2020	Cheju, South Korea	7:00 AM	6:00 PM
Cheju (Jeju), a city on an island of the same name, is a beautiful destination located off the SW coast of South Korea, 90km off the Korean Peninsula. Cheju is a well-known resort with hotels and casino facilities, and welcomes over ten million visitors from mainland Korea, Japan, and China every year. A volcanic island, with good rainfall and mild climate, Cheju is known as 'Korea's Hawaii'. The locals call their home the Island of the Gods. Jeju City is surrounded by orange and mandarin farms for which it is famous. Enjoy duty free shopping and collecting fascinating souvenirs. more info
20	Mon 4 May 2020	At Sea
21	Tue 5 May 2020	Osaka, Japan	7:00 AM	7:00 PM
Osaka, the heart of the Greater Osaka Area, is located at the mouth of the Yodo River on Osaka Bay, and is the third largest city in Japan. Historically it is also regarded as the commercial capital of Japan, as evidenced by its daytime population being over a million greater than its night time population. From above ground and underground shopping malls and specialised shopping complexes, to the unusual America Mura which offers both new and used clothing, as well as flea markets, and the Asia Pacific Trade Centre with its international wholesale market, shopping here truly is a fascinating experience. more info
22	Wed 6 May 2020	Shimizu, Japan	12:00 PM	9:00 PM
Shimizu is located on the coast of Suruga Bay, 140km SW of Tokyo, on the island of Honshu, facing the Pacific Ocean. Shimizu-ku is actually a ward or sub-division of the city of Shiuoka. The Kakita River flows through the town. It is one of Japan's three most beautiful ports because of nearby Mt. Fuji, at 3728m and 44km to the NE. The magnificent views of Fujiyama in winter surpass description - as well as Miho no Matsubara, renowned as a sea-shore with beautiful green pine trees and 7km of black volcanic sand. This scene appears in many pictures and paintings. more info
23	Thu 7 May 2020	Yokohama, Japan	6:30 AM	Disembark
Yokohama is located on the western coast of Tokyo Bay, less than half an hour's train journey directly south of Tokyo. It is the second largest city in Japan and one of the cities most visited by foreigners. Despite being devastated by bombings in WWII it remains a maritime city and retains an international flavour. Nissan and city of Yokohama have launched Japan’s first-ever car-sharing program with ultra-compact EVs (electric vehicles). The main objectives of the project are to reduce carbon emissions on public roads, improve the quality of transportation in the city, and promote tourism. more info

Don't miss out on Sun Princess over 22 exciting nights aboard the Circle Pacific Segment - Sydney to Tokyo (Yokohama) Cruise S008N to Asia. Your ship starts out from Sydney and calls into 10 ports in 5 countries before disembarking in Yokohama. Your 3.5 star cruise from Princess Cruises has 1 forward departures. Our exclusive specials start as low as $186 per person/day, twin share. Don't miss out - reserve your cabin today!

Sun Princess Overview

In April 2020 Sun Princess begins a circumnavigation of the Pacific Ocean out of Sydney and Brisbane over 77 nights. In September 2020 a 35-night cruise reaches Hawaii and South Pacific islands. Late in 2020 she circles Australia, and then New Zealand. Sun Princess finally departs Australia in March 2021 for Japan and North America, and a season along the Alaskan fjord coast. Princess Cruises organises onshore tours that can be booked before sailing or during the cruise. For some voyages pre- and post-cruises tours are available to extend your stay in major ports.

Accommodation

There are six main categories of staterooms - Suites with balcony, Mini-Suites with balcony, Balcony, Oceanview Deluxe, Oceanview, and Interior – and 28 grades, which give a broad choice according to guests’ needs of space and price. All cabins have pleasing décor and reasonable storage space, satellite TV, refrigerator, and 24-hour room service. Fresh fruit (by request), evening bed turn-down, bathroom lotions, and bathrobes (by request) come with every stateroom. Standard cabins are well-designed and functional. Some cabins accommodate a third and even a fourth person. Generally twin beds can be made up into a queen-size bed. Bedding is top quality. There are no interconnecting or single cabins. There are many wheelchair-accessible cabins, and guests with disabilities are well catered for. An in-cabin dining menu is available 24-hours.

Food and Dining

There are two main dining rooms (no Anytime Dining), and dinner is served in two set sittings in each dining room with the same waitstaff and assigned tables and tablemates. Dress code is smart casual, and on cruises longer than three days dress for a formal night for every week of sailing. Breakfast and lunch are provided in an open seating arrangement. (Of course a continental breakfast can be delivered to your stateroom, and there is a complimentary stateroom menu.) One alternative eating venue is Stirling Steakhouse (extra charge, reservations) for really good steak and barbecued chicken. Another is the new Kai Sushi (extra charge) with food freshly prepared by Japanese chefs. New to the atrium is the very popular International Café. Chocolate Journeys is a recent fleet innovation. Passengers booked in cabins with balconies can order several special, romantic meals to be served restaurant-style on the verandah.

Entertainment

In the evening having two show lounges (both theatre and cabaret style) is a great way to give passengers more entertainment choices. During her 2010 refurbishment additions included a Movies Under the Stars screen in the main pool area for new movie releases, sporting events and concert videos. Adults have their own private sunbathing area, the Sanctuary, at the front of the ship. Add seven bars and lounges, nightclub and dance floors, and the casino, to the list of evening options. Alternatively, just stroll around and shop duty-free, or for a quiet time retire to the Library/Card Room or Internet Café. Weddings are officiated by the Captain.

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