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Le Soleal
Le Soleal
Le Soleal
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The Best of Japan

  • 14th May 2025
  • 8 Nights
  • Maizuru
  • Le Soleal
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Your itinerary

  • Maizuru
  • Sakaiminato, Japan
  • Busan (South Korea)
  • Nagasaki, Japan
  • Kagoshima, Japan
  • Uwajima, Japan
  • Hiroshima, Japan
  • Miyajima
  • Tamano, Japan
  • Osaka, Japan
Day 1

14th May '25

Maizuru
Located on the western coast of Honshu island, in the province of Kyoto, the charming town of Maizuru boasts one of Japan’s most exquisite closed bays. A climb to the observatory allows to appreciate the splendour of this inlet scattered with tiny wild islands. Visitors can also admire the treasures of traditional architecture by visiting the temple of Enryu-ji or the Tanabe-jo castle. The town also bears traces of a rich military past, which you can see in the old arsenals of the navy, red brick buildings that today house a museum. More
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Day 2

15th May '25

Sakaiminato, Japan
Located on the south-west coast of Honshu Island, the busy fishing port of Sakaiminato celebrates the comic writer and artist Shigeru Mizuki, who was born here. As well as a museum a dedicated tourist route leads through streets and squares that feature 134 bronze statues representing his beloved characters. This isnt the only thing Sakaiminato has to offer; try some local seafood specialities and enjoy the stunning views of Mt Daisen and the Yumigahama peninsula. More
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Day 3

16th May '25

Busan (South Korea)
With around four million inhabitants, Busan is the second largest metropolis on South Korea, after Seoul. This dynamic harbour city, located in the south-east, surrounded by the warm waters of the Sea of Japan, benefits from a mild, pleasant climate. You’ll find delightful simply to stroll around the lively streets and explore the city’s outstanding cultural heritage of art galleries, museums, and Buddhist sites, such as the Haedong Yonggungsa temple, which elegantly sits on the waterfront. Rich too in magnificent beaches and superlative natural landscapes, Busan’s peaceful atmosphere will win you over, as will its inhabitants, whom you’ll have the pleasure of meeting. More
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Day 4

17th May '25

Nagasaki, Japan
Located on the north-west coast of Kyushu, Nagasaki will impress you by its rich heritage. Despite the destruction in 1945, you can visit several ancient sites, including the beautiful 19th-century Catholic Church of Oura and its garden, the sanctuary of Suwa Shrine or several Buddhist temples. A visit to the Atomic Bomb Museum gives you insight into the extent of the damage caused by the nuclear attack. Close by, a walk in the Memorial Peace Park leads you to a collection of objets dart offered as a gift from Japan to the world. More
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Day 5

18th May '25

Kagoshima, Japan
The seaside city of Kagoshima, at the south of Kyushu Island, ﾠis best known for Sakurajima, an active volcano that faces Kinko Bay. A visit to this busy metropolis will remind you just how much the volcano is part of the inhabitants everyday life: in the wake of the almost daily eruptions, a delicate layer of ash settles on everything. The top of a buried torii (traditional Japanese gate) measuring three metres that was swallowed up by a giant lava flow in 1914 can still be seen. The power of nature will send a shiver down your spine. More
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Day 6

19th May '25

Uwajima, Japan
Uwajima is a city on Japan’s Shikoku island. In the center, the centuries-old Uwajima Castle offers city and bay views. Nearby, the Date Museum has vintage armor and scrolls from the region’s feudal-era Date family. The Taga Shrine is known for its collection of fertility symbols and museum of erotica. Southwest, the vast Nanrakuen Garden has plum and cherry blossoms as well as thousands of irises in spring. More
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Day 7

20th May '25

Hiroshima, Japan
Visiting Hiroshima is a moving experience. The town spreads along Honshu Island, along the inside coasts of Seto. While firmly focused on the future, Hiroshima doesnt forget its past, and a visit to the Peace Memorial Park and Genbaku Dome is a must. Youll enjoy the citys modern, cosmopolitan atmosphere and effervescent nightlife just as much as the peaceful stillness of its natural parkland areas such as splendid Shukkei-en, the towns historic garden. More
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Day 7

20th May '25

Miyajima
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Day 8

21st May '25

Tamano, Japan
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Day 9

22nd May '25

Osaka, Japan
Like its big sister Tokyo, Osaka is the product of ancestral traditions and amazing technological innovations. And despite its size, its location on the Pacific Ocean give it a sense of serenity. The main historic landmark is the 16th-century Osaka Castle, which stands proud in the midst of majestic skyscrapers. The lively streets of Dotomburi and the bizarre Shinsekai district attract thousands of locals and visitors. A multitude of restaurants offer menus full of regional specialities: takoyaki, made with octopus, and other succulent dishes such as kushikatsu kebabs. More
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Your ship - The Le Soleal

A sleek silhouette, a welcoming intimate atmosphere, discover aboard this new ship the philosophy that has made L’Austral and LE BORéAL such a success: the spirit of Yacht Cruises.

Sailing under the French flag, this magnificent yacht of only 132 staterooms and Suites, with balconies, joined our fleet in July 2013. You will be enchanted by the contemporary decor inspired by the luxury yachting world, with fluid lines and a modern colour scheme combining natural wood with shades of grey and white.

A refined ambiance is enhanced by the quality of the workmanship and materials: white Corian counters in the lobby contrast with the warmth of leather to recall a boat’s hull, while the central sculpture of enamelled pieces takes its inspiration from the sea. In the loungebar, the carpet picks up a tennis stripe theme symbolising a certain idea of cruising, one synonymous with French elegance and a chic seaside spirit.

Le Soleal
Le Soleal
2975702
2975698

A sleek silhouette, a welcoming intimate atmosphere, discover aboard this new ship the philosophy that has made L’Austral and LE BORéAL such a success: the spirit of Yacht Cruises.

Sailing under the French flag, this magnificent yacht of only 132 staterooms and Suites, with balconies, joined our fleet in July 2013. You will be enchanted by the contemporary decor inspired by the luxury yachting world, with fluid lines and a modern colour scheme combining natural wood with shades of grey and white.

A refined ambiance is enhanced by the quality of the workmanship and materials: white Corian counters in the lobby contrast with the warmth of leather to recall a boat’s hull, while the central sculpture of enamelled pieces takes its inspiration from the sea. In the loungebar, the carpet picks up a tennis stripe theme symbolising a certain idea of cruising, one synonymous with French elegance and a chic seaside spirit.

Dance Floor
Entertainment Team
Live Bands
Panorama Lounge
Theatre

Bar
Cocktail Bar
Grill Restaurant
Lounge
The Restaurant

Internet Cafe
Photo Shop

Beauty Salon
Massage

Concierge
Reception

Description

A sleek silhouette, a welcoming intimate atmosphere, discover aboard this new ship the philosophy that has made L’Austral and LE BORéAL such a success: the spirit of Yacht Cruises.

Sailing under the French flag, this magnificent yacht of only 132 staterooms and Suites, with balconies, joined our fleet in July 2013. You will be enchanted by the contemporary decor inspired by the luxury yachting world, with fluid lines and a modern colour scheme combining natural wood with shades of grey and white.

A refined ambiance is enhanced by the quality of the workmanship and materials: white Corian counters in the lobby contrast with the warmth of leather to recall a boat’s hull, while the central sculpture of enamelled pieces takes its inspiration from the sea. In the loungebar, the carpet picks up a tennis stripe theme symbolising a certain idea of cruising, one synonymous with French elegance and a chic seaside spirit.

Entertainment

Dance Floor
Entertainment Team
Live Bands
Panorama Lounge
Theatre

Food and Drink

Bar
Cocktail Bar
Grill Restaurant
Lounge
The Restaurant

Technology

Internet Cafe
Photo Shop

Relaxation

Beauty Salon
Massage

Other

Concierge
Reception

Staterooms

balcony

Individually-controlled air-conditioning Cabin layout : king-size bed, or twin beds Shower Minib ... ar Flat screen satellite TV Desk with stationery DVD, CD and Ipod players Video on demand Safe Hairdryer Bath robes Satellite direct line telephone 110/220 volts outlet French bath products 24hr room service Internet acces wifi

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suite

Suites with private balcony will provide you a sea with in total discretion. Amenties: Indiv ... idually-controlled air-conditioning Cabin layout : king-size bed, or twin beds, communicating cabins available (Children welcome) Shower Minibar Flat screen satellite TV Desk with stationery DVD, CD and Ipod players Video on demand Safe Hairdryer Bath robes Satellite direct line telephone 110/220 volts outlet French bath products 24hr room service Internet acces wifi Another Flat screen satellite TV Sofa Armchair & Pedestal table

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outside

Individually-controlled air-conditioning Cabin layout : king-size bed, or twin beds Shower Minib ... ar Flat screen satellite TV Desk with stationery DVD, CD and Ipod players Video on demand Safe Hairdryer Bath robes Satellite direct line telephone 110/220 volts outlet French bath products 24hr room service Internet acces wifi

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