13-Night Japan & China

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Departing cruiseDeparture from Yokohama, JP
Fares from $1,999 ^USD | $2,499 ^CAD ($277 ^USD | $346 ^CAD taxes/fees)

Enjoy Asia’s fascinating histories, cultures and landscapes with Holland America Line. Yokohama is your gateway to East Asian discoveries, including The Bund in Shanghai, Naha’s impressive Shurijo Castle and Beijing.

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Shore Event

Busan City Of Yesterday

Busan, KR

Oct 17, 2019  |  Departs 8:30  |  Returns 15:30

Touted as The City of Tomorrow, Busan’s appeal may actually come from what it offers as a City of Yesterday. A rare piece of territory not captured by the Northern army during the Korean War, Busan came through the 1950s intact. The city incurred far less demolition, so has endured less redevelop-ment since. This Ensemble Experience will provide a glimpse of ‘old’ South Korea.

Your first stop is the Tongdosa Temple located in Yangsan. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, it was built in 646 and is one of the “Three Jewel Temples of Korea.” Said to have survived numerous wars and invasions, its Beopdeung (temple candle) has never gone out for 1,300 years.

Inside, there are 35 buildings and Pagoda's and 14 small temples. The main building is designated as National Treasure No. 290. Like a museum, the temple houses cultural assets and relics of the historical Buddha.

You can then relax and savor a taste of Korea with lunch at a local restaurant.

Next you’ll explore Busan Modern History Museum and its interesting background. The building was originally constructed during the Japanese occupation of Korea for the Oriental Development Company, an organization used to support Japanese colonization of Korea.

Following the liberation of Korea in 1945 it was lused as the United States Information Service and was the site of the Busan American Cultural Service building arson during student protests in 1982.

You’ll finish your journey at Gukje Market to browse its wide variety of goods. After the Korean War, refugees who fled to Busan set up stalls to make a living, and this was the beginning of the Gukje (“international”) Market where you can find almost anything.

Ports

Yokohama • Shimizu • Osaka • Busan • Fukuoka • Dalian • Beijing • Qingdao • Shanghai

Amenities

Step aboard our beautifully appointed mid-sized ships and enjoy cruising in the classic style with a wide array of engaging opportunities for exploration, entertainment, relaxation and award winning culinary dining.

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• Complimentary Shore Event †
  "Busan City Of Yesterday"
  — Busan, KR
• Ensemble Travel Host
• Ensemble Hosted Cruises require a minimum number of guests in order to have an Ensemble Host accompany the group.
• Complimentary Ensemble Traveler Cocktail Party
• † Ensemble Experience shore excursions are capacity controlled, subject to change without notice and require a minimum number of participants. If the minimums are not met to operate the Hosted Cruise program, a shipboard credit will be applied to those registered in the group. All times are approximate and the order of events may change.

Terms & Conditions

US: Fares are based on Promo LG. Featured fares are per person based on double occupancy, cruise or Land+Sea Journeys only. Fares are in U.S. dollars. All savings amounts are included in the fares shown. Taxes, Fees & Port Expenses are additional at $277. Subject to availability. For more information about our stateroom categories and suite descriptions, to view deck plans and for full terms and conditions applicable to your cruise, please refer to hollandamerica.com or the appropriate Holland America Line brochure. Offers have limited space, and may be modified or withdrawn without prior notice. Other restrictions may apply. Ships’ Registry: The Netherlands.

CAD: Fares are based on Promo LG. Featured fares are per person based on double occupancy, cruise or Land+Sea Journeys only. Fares are in Canadian dollars. All savings amounts are included in the fares shown. Taxes, Fees & Port Expenses are additional at CAD 346. Subject to availability. For more information about our stateroom categories and suite descriptions, and to view deck plans and for full terms and conditions applicable to your cruise, please refer to hollandamerica.com or the appropriate Holland America brochure. Offers have limited space, and may be modified or withdrawn without prior notice. Other restrictions may apply. Ships’ Registry: The Netherlands.

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