--- type: cruise schema_type: TouristTrip id: 01981a99-3770-4cc2-a6df-b36aaefa92b8 slug: 2220416 voyage_code: SE20261105-31D cruise_line: Windstar Cruises ship: Star Seeker departure_date: return_date: nights: 31 embarkation_port: Osaka disembarkation_port: Phuket, Thailand starting_price_usd: 21999.0 bookable: false last_updated: 2026-05-05T04:20:00Z --- # Osaka to Phuket, Thailand > Windstar Cruises · Star Seeker · Nov 5 – Dec 6   (31 nights) ## Quick Facts | Attribute | Value | |-----------|-------| | **Cruise Line** | Windstar Cruises | | **Ship** | Star Seeker | | **Duration** | 31 nights | | **Departure Date** | N/A | | **Return Date** | N/A | | **Embarkation Port** | Osaka | | **Disembarkation Port** | Phuket, Thailand | | **Starting Price** | 21,999 USD per person | | **Voyage Code** | SE20261105-31D | ## Itinerary ### Day 1: Osaka **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM Osaka is a large port city and commercial center on the Japanese island of Honshu. It's known for its modern architecture, nightlife and hearty street food. The 16th-century shogunate Osaka Castle, which has undergone several restorations, is its main historical landmark. It's surrounded by a moat and park with plum, peach and cherry-blossom trees. Sumiyoshi-taisha is among Japan’s oldest Shinto shrines. ### Day 2: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 3: Amami Island **Arrives:** 09:00 AM · **Departs:** 04:00 PM ### Day 4: Okinawa **Arrives:** 09:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM Okinawa City is the second-largest city in Okinawa Prefecture, Japan, following Naha, the capital city. It is located in the central part of the island of Okinawa, about 20 kilometres north of Naha. ### Day 5: Ishigaki Island **Arrives:** 01:00 PM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM Ishigaki Island is the commercial hub of the Yaeyama Islands, in Japan’s southwestern Okinawa Prefecture. It's known for beaches and sites for snorkeling, diving and surfing. Within Iriomote-Ishigaki National Park lies the Shiraho Reef's rare blue coral. In the interior is Mt. Omoto and other peaks. On the northern Hirakubo Peninsula is the Fukido River, a mangrove forest habitat ### Day 6: Keelung **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM Keelung City is a port city near Taipei, in northern Taiwan. Surrounded by mountains, it’s known for its sheltered harbor. Near the waterfront, street-food stalls at Miaokou Night Market offer traditional snacks and seafood. Several forts around the area include hilltop Ershawan Fort, with cannons and a Chinese-style gate. Both Gongzi Liao Fort and Dawulun Fort offer views over the harbor and ocean. ### Day 7: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 8: Hong Kong **Arrives:** 12:01 PM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Hong Kong, officially the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of the People's Republic of China, is a metropolitan area and special administrative region of the People's Republic of China on the eastern Pearl River Delta of the South China Sea. ### Day 9: Hong Kong **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM Hong Kong, officially the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of the People's Republic of China, is a metropolitan area and special administrative region of the People's Republic of China on the eastern Pearl River Delta of the South China Sea. ### Day 10: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 11: Halong Bay, Vietnam **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Hạ Long Bay, in northeast Vietnam, is known for its emerald waters and thousands of towering limestone islands topped by rainforests. Junk boat tours and sea kayak expeditions take visitors past islands named for their shapes, including Stone Dog and Teapot islets. The region is popular for scuba diving, rock climbing and hiking, particularly in mountainous Cát Bà National Park. ### Day 12: Halong Bay, Vietnam **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 01:00 PM Hạ Long Bay, in northeast Vietnam, is known for its emerald waters and thousands of towering limestone islands topped by rainforests. Junk boat tours and sea kayak expeditions take visitors past islands named for their shapes, including Stone Dog and Teapot islets. The region is popular for scuba diving, rock climbing and hiking, particularly in mountainous Cát Bà National Park. ### Day 12: Halong Bay, Vietnam **Arrives:** 01:30 PM · **Departs:** 03:00 PM Hạ Long Bay, in northeast Vietnam, is known for its emerald waters and thousands of towering limestone islands topped by rainforests. Junk boat tours and sea kayak expeditions take visitors past islands named for their shapes, including Stone Dog and Teapot islets. The region is popular for scuba diving, rock climbing and hiking, particularly in mountainous Cát Bà National Park. ### Day 13: Da Nang, Vietnam **Arrives:** 01:00 PM · **Departs:** 11:00 PM Da Nang is a coastal city in central Vietnam known for its sandy beaches and history as a French colonial port. It's a popular base for visiting the inland Bà Nà hills to the west of the city. Here the hillside Hải Vân Pass has views of Da Nang Bay and the Marble Mountains. These 5 limestone outcrops are topped with pagodas and hide caves containing Buddhist shrines ### Day 14: Chan May **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM ### Day 15: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 16: Cruising Saigon River **Arrives:** 10:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:30 PM ### Day 16: Ho Chi Minh City / Saigon **Arrives:** 01:00 PM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Ho Chi Minh City, commonly known by its previous name, Saigon, is the largest and most populous city in Vietnam. According to the 2019 census, Ho Chi Minh City has a population of over 8.9 million within the city proper and over 21 million within its metropolitan area. ### Day 17: Ho Chi Minh City / Saigon **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM Ho Chi Minh City, commonly known by its previous name, Saigon, is the largest and most populous city in Vietnam. According to the 2019 census, Ho Chi Minh City has a population of over 8.9 million within the city proper and over 21 million within its metropolitan area. ### Day 18: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 19: Sihanoukville **Arrives:** 06:00 AM · **Departs:** 09:00 PM ### Day 20: Ko Kut **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 03:00 PM Ko Kut is a district of Trat Province, eastern Thailand, consisting of a group of islands. With a population of about 2,000 it is the district with the smallest population of all Thailand. ### Day 21: Cruising Chao Phraya River **Arrives:** 05:00 AM · **Departs:** 07:30 AM ### Day 21: Bangkok **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM Bangkok, Thailand’s capital, is a large city known for ornate shrines and vibrant street life. The boat-filled Chao Phraya River feeds its network of canals, flowing past the Rattanakosin royal district, home to opulent Grand Palace and its sacred Wat Phra Kaew Temple. Nearby is Wat Pho Temple with an enormous reclining Buddha and, on the opposite shore, Wat Arun Temple with its steep steps and Khmer-style spire. ### Day 22: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 23: Ko Samui **Arrives:** 06:00 AM · **Departs:** 01:00 PM ### Day 24: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 25: Singapore **Arrives:** 02:00 PM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Singapore, officially the Republic of Singapore, is a sovereign island city-state in maritime Southeast Asia. ### Day 26: Singapore **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 02:00 PM Singapore, officially the Republic of Singapore, is a sovereign island city-state in maritime Southeast Asia. ### Day 27: Kuala Lumpur / Port Klang, Malaysia **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 07:00 PM Kuala Lumpur is the capital of Malaysia. Its modern skyline is dominated by the 451m-tall Petronas Twin Towers, a pair of glass-and-steel-clad skyscrapers with Islamic motifs. The towers also offer a public skybridge and observation deck. The city is also home to British colonial-era landmarks such as the Kuala Lumpur Railway Station and the Sultan Abdul Samad Building. ### Day 28: Penang, Malaysia **Arrives:** 12:01 PM · **Departs:** 07:00 PM Penang is a Malaysian state located on the northwest coast of Peninsular Malaysia, by the Malacca Strait. It has two parts: Penang Island, where the capital city. ### Day 29: Ko Yao Noi, Thailand **Arrives:** 10:00 AM · **Departs:** 08:00 PM ### Day 30: Krabi **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 11:00 PM ### Day 31: Koh Yao Noi, Thailand **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM Ko Yao Yai is a Thai island in the Andaman Sea, halfway between Phuket and Krabi. It's characterized by sandy shores, mangroves, rubber plantations and fishing villages. Beaches include Loh Paret and Loh Jark, the latter with a pier for ferries and long-tail boats. The surrounding waters are rich in coral and dotted with dive sites, like the King Cruiser Wreck near Anemone Reef, and the pinnacles of Shark Point ### Day 32: Phuket, Thailand **Arrives:** 06:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Phuket, a rainforested, mountainous island in the Andaman Sea, has some of Thailand’s most popular beaches, mainly situated along the clear waters of the western shore. The island is home to many high-end seaside resorts, spas and restaurants. Phuket City, the capital, has old shophouses and busy markets. Patong, the main resort town, has many nightclubs, bars and discos. ## Pricing Prices shown are per person based on double occupancy in USD. | Cabin Type | Starting Price | |------------|----------------| | Ocean View | $21,999 | ## Cabin Options ### Outside Cabins **Triple Infinity Suite** (Code: IN3) This roomy 301-square-foot suite features a wide floor-to-ceiling infinity window in the bedroom, allowing for stunning ocean views. You can even open the top half to enjoy the cool ocean breeze. This suite also features an inviting queen bed (convertible into two twin beds if desired) and a pull-ou... **Oceanview Suite** (Code: OV) Experience the perfect blend of style and functionality in this thoughtfully designed 203-square-foot suite. The well-planned layout creates an ideal retreat with plenty of natural light, a view of the sea, a walk-in mosaic glass shower and an inviting queen bed (convertible into two twins if desire... **Infinity Suite** (Code: IN1) This 280-square-foot suite features a wide floor-to-ceiling infinity window that allows for stunning ocean views. You can even open the top half to enjoy the cool ocean breeze. Your suite features an inviting queen bed (convertible into two twin beds if desired), a walk-in mosaic glass shower and a ... **Vista Infinity Suite** (Code: IN2) Located on deck 7, this 280-square-foot suite features a wide floor-to-ceiling infinity window that allows for stunning ocean views. You can even open the top half to enjoy the cool ocean breeze. Your suite features an inviting queen bed (convertible into two twin beds if desired), a walk-in mosaic ... **Infinity Suite** (Code: IN) This 280-square-foot suite features a wide floor-to-ceiling infinity window that allows for stunning ocean views. You can even open the top half to enjoy the cool ocean breeze. Your suite features an inviting queen bed (convertible into two twin beds if desired), a walk-in mosaic glass shower and a ... ### Balcony Cabins **Vista Veranda Suite** (Code: VVB) Located on deck 7, this 268-square-foot suite welcomes you with stylish comfort and stunning ocean views. Relax on your queen bed (convertible into two twin beds if desired) or lounge in the nearby living area. The outdoor space adds another 55 square feet, enough to sit outside comfortably and enjo... **Premier Veranda Suite** (Code: VS2) Located at the middle of the ship, these 225-square-foot suites welcome you with stylish comfort and beautiful ocean views. Relax on your queen bed (convertible into two twin beds if desired) or lounge in the nearby living area. The outdoor space adds another 55 square feet, enough to sit outside c... **Triple Premier Veranda Suite** (Code: VS3) Located on deck 6, this 246-square-foot suite welcomes you with stylish comfort and stunning ocean views. Featuring an inviting queen bed (convertible into two twin beds if desired) and a pull-out sofa in the living area, the suite allows for triple occupancy. The outdoor space adds another 55 squar... **Premier Veranda Suite** (Code: VS1) Located at the middle of the ship, these 225-square-foot suites welcome you with stylish comfort and beautiful ocean views. Relax on your queen bed (convertible into two twin beds if desired) or lounge in the nearby living area. The outdoor space adds another 55 square feet, enough to sit outside c... **Veranda Suite** (Code: VS) Stylish comfort and ocean views welcome you to this 225-square-foot suite. Relax on your queen bed (convertible into two twin beds if desired) or lounge in the nearby living area. The outdoor space adds another 55 square feet, enough to sit outside comfortably and enjoy the breeze. In the bathroom, ... **Premier Veranda Suite** (Code: VSS) Located at the middle of the ship, these 225-square-foot suites welcome you with stylish comfort and beautiful ocean views. Relax on your queen bed (convertible into two twin beds if desired) or lounge in the nearby living area. The outdoor space adds another 55 square feet, enough to sit outside c... ### Suite Cabins **Horizon Owners Suite** (Code: OW) This luxurious 548-square-foot suite combines floor-to-ceiling windows and a wrap-around balcony for an unparalleled cruising experience. Perfect for evening cocktails or a private dinner, the wrap-around balcony adds 248 square feet of space and offers unobstructed views of the sea. The suite boast... **Classic Suite** (Code: CS) Step into a stylish and bright open living area with a spacious adjacent bedroom. This 353-square-foot suite welcomes you with spectacular views, courtesy of the sliding glass doors that lead out to your private balcony. The outdoor space adds another 110 square feet, enough to sit outside comfortab... **Star Suite** (Code: CS2) Step into a stylish and bright open living area with a spacious adjacent bedroom. This 380-square-foot suite welcomes you with spectacular views, courtesy of the sliding glass doors that lead out to your private balcony. The outdoor space adds another 110 square feet, enough to sit outside comfortab... **Deluxe Suite** (Code: DS) This 288-square-foot suite welcomes you with spectacular views, courtesy of the sliding glass doors that lead out to your private balcony. The outdoor space adds another 110 square feet, enough to sit outside comfortably and enjoy the breeze. The bedroom features an inviting queen bed (convertible i... ## Ship Information ### Star Seeker #### Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Passenger Capacity | 224 | | Crew | 135 | | Gross Tonnage | 9,315.0 | | Length | 431.0 ft | | Total Cabins | 112 | ## Ports of Call ### Osaka *Coordinates: 34.6937, 135.502* Osaka is a large port city and commercial center on the Japanese island of Honshu. It's known for its modern architecture, nightlife and hearty street food. The 16th-century shogunate Osaka Castle, which has undergone several restorations, is its main historical landmark. It's surrounded by a moat and park with plum, peach and cherry-blossom trees. Sumiyoshi-taisha is among Japan’s oldest Shinto... ### Amami Island *Coordinates: 28.2887, 129.387* ### Okinawa *Coordinates: 26.2124, 127.681* Okinawa City is the second-largest city in Okinawa Prefecture, Japan, following Naha, the capital city. It is located in the central part of the island of Okinawa, about 20 kilometres north of Naha. ### Ishigaki Island *Coordinates: 24.4, 124.2* Ishigaki Island is the commercial hub of the Yaeyama Islands, in Japan’s southwestern Okinawa Prefecture. It's known for beaches and sites for snorkeling, diving and surfing. Within Iriomote-Ishigaki National Park lies the Shiraho Reef's rare blue coral. In the interior is Mt. Omoto and other peaks. On the northern Hirakubo Peninsula is the Fukido River, a mangrove forest habitat ### Keelung *Coordinates: 25.1276, 121.739* Keelung City is a port city near Taipei, in northern Taiwan. Surrounded by mountains, it’s known for its sheltered harbor. Near the waterfront, street-food stalls at Miaokou Night Market offer traditional snacks and seafood. Several forts around the area include hilltop Ershawan Fort, with cannons and a Chinese-style gate. Both Gongzi Liao Fort and Dawulun Fort offer views over the harbor and o... ### Hong Kong *Coordinates: 22.3203, 114.239* Hong Kong, officially the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of the People's Republic of China, is a metropolitan area and special administrative region of the People's Republic of China on the eastern Pearl River Delta of the South China Sea. ### Halong Bay, Vietnam *Coordinates: 20.9589, 107.06* Hạ Long Bay, in northeast Vietnam, is known for its emerald waters and thousands of towering limestone islands topped by rainforests. Junk boat tours and sea kayak expeditions take visitors past islands named for their shapes, including Stone Dog and Teapot islets. The region is popular for scuba diving, rock climbing and hiking, particularly in mountainous Cát Bà National Park. ### Da Nang, Vietnam *Coordinates: 16.0516, 108.215* Da Nang is a coastal city in central Vietnam known for its sandy beaches and history as a French colonial port. It's a popular base for visiting the inland Bà Nà hills to the west of the city. Here the hillside Hải Vân Pass has views of Da Nang Bay and the Marble Mountains. These 5 limestone outcrops are topped with pagodas and hide caves containing Buddhist shrines ### Chan May *Coordinates: 16.2984, 107.978* ### Cruising Saigon River ### Ho Chi Minh City / Saigon *Coordinates: 10.7081, 106.738* Ho Chi Minh City, commonly known by its previous name, Saigon, is the largest and most populous city in Vietnam. According to the 2019 census, Ho Chi Minh City has a population of over 8.9 million within the city proper and over 21 million within its metropolitan area. ### Sihanoukville *Coordinates: 10.6253, 103.523* ### Ko Kut *Coordinates: 11.6458, 102.564* Ko Kut is a district of Trat Province, eastern Thailand, consisting of a group of islands. With a population of about 2,000 it is the district with the smallest population of all Thailand. ### Cruising Chao Phraya River ### Bangkok *Coordinates: 13.7234, 100.476* Bangkok, Thailand’s capital, is a large city known for ornate shrines and vibrant street life. The boat-filled Chao Phraya River feeds its network of canals, flowing past the Rattanakosin royal district, home to opulent Grand Palace and its sacred Wat Phra Kaew Temple. Nearby is Wat Pho Temple with an enormous reclining Buddha and, on the opposite shore, Wat Arun Temple with its steep steps and ... ### Ko Samui *Coordinates: 9.51202, 100.014* ### Singapore *Coordinates: 1.26644, 103.86* Singapore, officially the Republic of Singapore, is a sovereign island city-state in maritime Southeast Asia. ### Kuala Lumpur / Port Klang, Malaysia *Coordinates: 3.15021, 101.708* Kuala Lumpur is the capital of Malaysia. Its modern skyline is dominated by the 451m-tall Petronas Twin Towers, a pair of glass-and-steel-clad skyscrapers with Islamic motifs. The towers also offer a public skybridge and observation deck. The city is also home to British colonial-era landmarks such as the Kuala Lumpur Railway Station and the Sultan Abdul Samad Building. ### Penang, Malaysia *Coordinates: 5.34562, 100.485* Penang is a Malaysian state located on the northwest coast of Peninsular Malaysia, by the Malacca Strait. It has two parts: Penang Island, where the capital city. ### Ko Yao Noi, Thailand *Coordinates: 7.96836, 98.5831* ### Krabi *Coordinates: 8.11918, 99.1013* ### Koh Yao Noi, Thailand *Coordinates: 8.14077, 98.5433* Ko Yao Yai is a Thai island in the Andaman Sea, halfway between Phuket and Krabi. It's characterized by sandy shores, mangroves, rubber plantations and fishing villages. Beaches include Loh Paret and Loh Jark, the latter with a pier for ferries and long-tail boats. The surrounding waters are rich in coral and dotted with dive sites, like the King Cruiser Wreck near Anemone Reef, and the pinnacles ... ### Phuket, Thailand *Coordinates: 7.98105, 98.3639* Phuket, a rainforested, mountainous island in the Andaman Sea, has some of Thailand’s most popular beaches, mainly situated along the clear waters of the western shore. The island is home to many high-end seaside resorts, spas and restaurants. Phuket City, the capital, has old shophouses and busy markets. Patong, the main resort town, has many nightclubs, bars and discos. ## Booking Information - **Book This Cruise:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2220416 - **Compare Prices:** CruisePirate compares prices across multiple booking channels - **Price Alerts:** Set up alerts for price drops on this sailing - **Support:** Contact our AI-powered cruise assistant for personalized recommendations ### Why Book with CruisePirate? - Real-time price comparison across booking channels - AI-powered cruise recommendations - Transparent pricing with no hidden fees - Expert cruise search and filtering --- ## Technical Metadata - **Canonical URL:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2220416 - **Markdown URL:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2220416.md - **API Endpoint:** https://cruisepirate.ai/api/cruises/2220416/ - **Primary Image:** ax6uh8qo0a8j.compat.objectstorage.us-chicago-1.oraclecloud.com/v3/static/cruise-lines/windstar-cruises/star-seeker/ship/79496.webp - **Data Source:** CruisePirate Cruise Database - **Last Updated:** 2026-05-05 04:20:00 UTC