--- type: cruise schema_type: TouristTrip id: 2feed1d4-075a-4c5a-a9b8-958a4ca3d858 slug: 2279215 voyage_code: E4270516012 cruise_line: Silversea ship: Silver Endeavour departure_date: return_date: nights: 12 embarkation_port: Kobe, Japan disembarkation_port: Otaru (Hokkaido) Japan starting_price_usd: None bookable: false last_updated: 2026-05-05T01:58:20Z --- # Kobe to Otaru > Silversea · Silver Endeavour · May 16 – 28, 2027   (12 nights) ## Quick Facts | Attribute | Value | |-----------|-------| | **Cruise Line** | Silversea | | **Ship** | Silver Endeavour | | **Duration** | 12 nights | | **Departure Date** | N/A | | **Return Date** | N/A | | **Embarkation Port** | Kobe, Japan | | **Disembarkation Port** | Otaru (Hokkaido) Japan | | **Starting Price** | N/A USD per person | | **Voyage Code** | E4270516012 | ## Itinerary ### Day 1: Kobe, Japan **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 07:00 PM The Japanese city of Kobe needs no introduction. The name is synonymous with its home grown superstar. We are not talking of its stunning shrines, cherry trees laden with blossom during sakura or effervescent city, buzzing with life 24/7. We are of course talking of a much more grass roots hero – its eponymous beef. The delicacy might have put the city on the map, but there is far more to Kobe than its meat. Naturally, Kobe wears its cuisine as a badge of honour. View less Its port history ha... ### Day 2: Kochi, Japan **Arrives:** 07:30 AM · **Departs:** 01:00 PM ### Day 3: Yakushima **Arrives:** 07:30 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM Yakushima is a round-shaped subtropical island off the southern coast of Kyushu island and part of Kagoshima prefecture. One fifth of this island is designated a Natural World Heritage Site in 1993, and it is covered by an extensive cedar forest that contains some of Japan’s oldest living trees. The symbol of Yakushima is called Yakusugi, a Japanese cedar. Yakusugi is a specific term only used for cedar trees over 1,000 years old. The oldest Yaku-Sugi is considered to be more than 7,000 years ol... ### Day 4: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 5: Busan, South Korea **Arrives:** 11:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM "A tapestry of kaleidoscopic colours, intense seafood flavours, and urban beach bliss, Busan rolls across a glorious natural setting on the Korean Peninsula's south-east. One of the largest and busiest ports in the world, 3.5 million people call South Korea's second city home, and the amiable locals help to lend the city its quirky, offbeat outlook. A spacious, playful and cosmopolitan place, Busan is a lively, liveable city, cradled by lush mountains and endless ocean scenery. Haedong Yong... ### Day 6: Busan, South Korea **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 07:00 PM "A tapestry of kaleidoscopic colours, intense seafood flavours, and urban beach bliss, Busan rolls across a glorious natural setting on the Korean Peninsula's south-east. One of the largest and busiest ports in the world, 3.5 million people call South Korea's second city home, and the amiable locals help to lend the city its quirky, offbeat outlook. A spacious, playful and cosmopolitan place, Busan is a lively, liveable city, cradled by lush mountains and endless ocean scenery. Haedong Yong... ### Day 7: Sakaiminato **Arrives:** 01:00 PM · **Departs:** 10:00 PM Sakaiminato is a city in Tottori Prefecture, Japan ### Day 8: Oki **Arrives:** 06:30 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM ### Day 9: Kanazawa **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 09:00 PM The capital of the Ishikawa Prefecture, Kanazawa once rivalled Kyoto and Edo (Tokyo) as a town rich in cultural achievements. Kanazawa escaped destruction during World War II and accordingly has been able to preserve many of the old districts in good shape. The city is famous because of Kenrokuen. Located next to Kanazawa Castle, Kenrokuen is classified as “One of the Three Gardens of Japan”. The garden has an artificial pond, and hills and houses are dotted within the 11.4 hectares. View less ... ### Day 10: Sado Island **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Sado is Japan’s sixth-largest island and depends mainly on fishing and agriculture. The island’s Tori Forest Park had been selected for the successful reintroduction of Crested Ibises into Japan –a bird that was down to what was believed to be a total world population of 12 birds in 1981. At that time the last five wild ibises found in Japan were taken into captivity on Sado and both Japan and China cooperated in a breeding programme for these birds. ### Day 11: Noshiro, Japan **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Noshiro is a city located in Akita Prefecture, Japan. As of 31 December 2019, the city had an estimated population of 52,283 in 24,284 households, and a population density of 120 persons per km². The total area of the city is 526.95 square kilometres. ### Day 11: Aomori **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM From fiery festivals to spectacular mountain scenery, soaring temples to castles surrounded by cherry blossom blooms, Aomori is one of Japan’s most enchanting destinations. Framed by dark peaks clad with dense forestry, the city enjoys a picturesque location on Japan’s main island Honshu. While there are gorgeous pink tinted parks, tiered castles and towering Buddha statues to explore, the Aomori Prefecture’s capital is perhaps best known for the summer festival of fire that lights it up each ye... ### Day 12: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 13: Otaru (Hokkaido) Japan **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Otaru is a small harbor city west of Sapporo. Famous for its many hills and a nearby ski resort the town has been an important trade and herring fishing center. A wide canal that led from the port to the old town’s warehouses has been maintained for touristic purposes and the old stone or brick-built warehouses have been beautifully converted to restaurants and boutiques. ## Pricing Prices shown are per person based on double occupancy in USD. | Cabin Type | Starting Price | |------------|----------------| | Pricing | Contact for latest fares | ## Cabin Options ### Suite Cabins **Owner's 1 Suite** (Code: O1) Supremely spacious and superbly located, the Owner’s Suite is the most luxurious suite on board. Located in the premium bow position on deck seven, the Owner’s Suite offers amazing destination immersion, thanks its enormous surrounding balcony and incredible views from all indoor areas. The large li... **Grand 1 Suite** (Code: G1) The Grand Suite is one of the most luxurious and spacious suites on board Silver Endeavour. It guarantees sweeping views of your destination thanks to its large balcony. A spacious interior includes a large living room, separate dining area and large bedroom with a big walk-in wardrobe. A luxurious ... **Master Suite** (Code: MS) One of our most sumptuous suites ever designed! With innovative domed glazing surrounding the living areas and one of the largest balconies on board, the Master Suite offers complete destination immersion at sea. Floor-to-ceiling windows provide wow-factor 270˚ views, while the beautifully appointed... **Signature Suite** (Code: SS) Get closer to your destination with Silver Endeavour’s Signature Suite! Located on deck eight, this beautiful accommodation offers a wonderfully large living room, a dining area, a separate bedroom and a bathroom with walk-in shower and whirlpool bath. But surely the best thing about the Signature S... ## Ship Information ### Silver Endeavour Silversea Cruises welcomes Silver Endeavour to its fleet—one of the world’s most luxurious expedition ships. The fifth expedition ship in its fleet of 11, Silver Endeavour strengthens Silversea’s position as the leader in ultra-luxury expedition cruising, broadening the industry’s most diverse polar offering for guests’ enjoyment. “One of the most luxurious expedition ships afloat, Silver Endeavour will accelerate our strategy of growth, enriching our offering to unprecedented levels and reaffirming our position as the leading ultra-luxury expedition cruise line,” said Roberto Martinoli, President and CEO, Silversea Cruises. “The expedition cruising industry is poised to resume accelerated growth, driven by demand among high-end, affluent customers for travel to remote and hard-to-access destinations. Silver Endeavour will strengthen our polar offering, further diversifying our broad-ranging product. With the ongoing support of Royal Caribbean Group, we are enhancing the cruise experience for our guests, unlocking the world’s most rewarding destinations in a way that only Silversea can.” “To honour the spirit of expedition travel, we have renamed the ship Silver Endeavour—paying testament to one of history’s most famous vessels,” said Barbara Muckermann, Chief Commercial Officer, Silversea Cruises. “Aboard Silver Endeavour, travellers will channel the same sense of discovery that guided pioneering explorers, such as James Cook, in bygone eras.” Built to PC6 polar class specifications, Silver Endeavour is designed for polar exploration. She carries state-of-the-art amenities, with an industry-leading Zodiac-to-guest ratio; kayaks; and cutting-edge navigation and exploration technology, including a remote gimbal camera system, which can capture high-quality images from 5km, among other amenities. She will maintain Silversea’s trademark level of luxury, with a crew-to-guest ratio of approximately 1:1. Spread over eight public decks, the all-suite Silver Endeavour offers guests the most spacious accommodations in expedition cruising, upholding Silversea’s trademark level of comfort; multiple restaurants, bars and lounges; an expansive spa; a two-storied solarium with a swimming pool and whirlpool; and an array of indoor and outdoor observation areas. She fosters an intimate onboard atmosphere, enabling guests to discover destinations like Antarctica in depth, with great interaction between travellers and Silversea’s expedition experts. #### Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Passenger Capacity | 230 | | Crew | 200 | | Gross Tonnage | 16,800.0 | | Length | 539.0 ft | | Total Cabins | 100 | ## Onboard Amenities ### Relaxation - **Otium Spa**: Otium is where you can relax and unwind but also where you can enjoy world-class treatments that make sure you look as good as you feel. Our Otium wel... - **Boutique**: Located midship on deck 5, the Boutique aboard Silver Endeavour means luxury shopping experiences do not end just because you’re at sea! Carefully sel... - **Pool Deck**: Surrounded by glazing extending all the way to the top of the venue, the Pool Deck gives you the feeling of always being connected to the sea. The gla... ### Food and Drink - **Il Terrazzino**: Italy’s world-famous cuisine reaches its farthest clientele yet aboard Silver Endeavour. Enjoy the country’s greatest dishes and authentic recipes in ... - **Connoisseur’s Corner**: The Connoisseur’s Corner is an indulgent and sophisticated cigar lounge, where you can enjoy an after-dinner drink in a cozy private club atmosphere. ... - **The Grill**: Welcome to one of the most impressive dining rooms at sea. The Grill aboard Silver Endeavour puts the amaze into amazing. Admire impressive views from... - **La Dame**: Prepare your taste buds for one of the best gastronomic experiences you’ll probably ever have. La Dame—named after Paris’ grande dame, the Eiffel Towe... - **Arts Café**: Silver Endeavour’s friendly, luxury Arts Café delivers gourmet treats, outstanding coffee, and healthy refreshments from morning to early evening. Thi... ### Other - **Beauty Salon**: Our committed and competent team of beauty therapists is here to help keep your hair, nails, skin, and body healthy and happy. In addition to our regu... - **Mud Room**: Silver Endeavour’s Mud Room is the perfect place to prepare for all your expedition activities. Spaciously designed, the two mud rooms (both port and ... ### Fitness - **Fitness Center**: Whether you are a serious fitness fanatic or a casual athlete, you’ll find what you’re looking for in Silver Endeavour’s Fitness Center. Look after yo... ### Entertainment - **Explorer Lounge**: Strategically located midship on deck 4, the Explorer Lounge is the operational heart of shore excursions while on board. Equipped with state-of-the-a... ### Recreational - **Library**: Whether you’re an avid bibliophile or simply prefer a quiet place while at sea, it’s hard not to fall in love with Silver Endeavour’s onboard library.... ## Ports of Call ### Kobe, Japan *Coordinates: 34.6901, 135.196* The Japanese city of Kobe needs no introduction. The name is synonymous with its home grown superstar. We are not talking of its stunning shrines, cherry trees laden with blossom during sakura or effervescent city, buzzing with life 24/7. We are of course talking of a much more grass roots hero – its eponymous beef. The delicacy might have put the city on the map, but there is far more to Kobe tha... ### Kochi, Japan *Coordinates: 33.5588, 133.531* ### Yakushima *Coordinates: 30.3713, 130.666* Yakushima is a round-shaped subtropical island off the southern coast of Kyushu island and part of Kagoshima prefecture. One fifth of this island is designated a Natural World Heritage Site in 1993, and it is covered by an extensive cedar forest that contains some of Japan’s oldest living trees. The symbol of Yakushima is called Yakusugi, a Japanese cedar. Yakusugi is a specific term only used for... ### Busan, South Korea *Coordinates: 35.1579, 129.055* "A tapestry of kaleidoscopic colours, intense seafood flavours, and urban beach bliss, Busan rolls across a glorious natural setting on the Korean Peninsula's south-east. One of the largest and busiest ports in the world, 3.5 million people call South Korea's second city home, and the amiable locals help to lend the city its quirky, offbeat outlook. A spacious, playful and cosmopolitan place, Busa... ### Sakaiminato *Coordinates: 35.5452, 133.223* Sakaiminato is a city in Tottori Prefecture, Japan ### Oki ### Kanazawa *Coordinates: 36.5613, 136.656* The capital of the Ishikawa Prefecture, Kanazawa once rivalled Kyoto and Edo (Tokyo) as a town rich in cultural achievements. Kanazawa escaped destruction during World War II and accordingly has been able to preserve many of the old districts in good shape. The city is famous because of Kenrokuen. Located next to Kanazawa Castle, Kenrokuen is classified as “One of the Three Gardens of Japan”. The ... ### Sado Island *Coordinates: 36.0786, 138.08* Sado is Japan’s sixth-largest island and depends mainly on fishing and agriculture. The island’s Tori Forest Park had been selected for the successful reintroduction of Crested Ibises into Japan –a bird that was down to what was believed to be a total world population of 12 birds in 1981. At that time the last five wild ibises found in Japan were taken into captivity on Sado and both Japan and Chi... ### Noshiro, Japan *Coordinates: 40.2122, 140.027* Noshiro is a city located in Akita Prefecture, Japan. As of 31 December 2019, the city had an estimated population of 52,283 in 24,284 households, and a population density of 120 persons per km². The total area of the city is 526.95 square kilometres. ### Aomori *Coordinates: 40.8221, 140.747* From fiery festivals to spectacular mountain scenery, soaring temples to castles surrounded by cherry blossom blooms, Aomori is one of Japan’s most enchanting destinations. Framed by dark peaks clad with dense forestry, the city enjoys a picturesque location on Japan’s main island Honshu. While there are gorgeous pink tinted parks, tiered castles and towering Buddha statues to explore, the Aomori ... ### Otaru (Hokkaido) Japan *Coordinates: 43.1907, 140.995* Otaru is a small harbor city west of Sapporo. Famous for its many hills and a nearby ski resort the town has been an important trade and herring fishing center. A wide canal that led from the port to the old town’s warehouses has been maintained for touristic purposes and the old stone or brick-built warehouses have been beautifully converted to restaurants and boutiques. ## Booking Information - **Book This Cruise:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2279215 - **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/2279215 - **Markdown URL:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2279215.md - **API Endpoint:** https://cruisepirate.ai/api/cruises/2279215/ - **Primary Image:** https://images.cruisepirate.ai/v3/static/cruise-lines/silversea/silver-endeavour/other/73268.webp - **Data Source:** CruisePirate Cruise Database - **Last Updated:** 2026-05-05 01:58:20 UTC