Heritage Expeditions, a pioneering small-ship expedition cruise line, has released its all-new Cherry Blossoms of Japan Cruise following an overwhelming guest interest.
The family-owned and operated cruise company’s commercial director and expedition leader Aaron Russ said the new voyage was the result of increased guest interest and had been carefully curated to celebrate Japan’s iconic Sakura/Cherry Blossom Season and Hanami Parties.
“Japan is rightly famous for its cherry blossoms and the incredible celebrations and festivals that surround Sakura Season and our guests really wanted to experience this with us,” Aaron Russ said.
Heritage Expeditions 12-day Cherry Blossoms of Japan Cruise from Tokyo to Osaka explores the islands of Honshu, Shikoku and Kyushu, cruise the Seto Inland Sea and visit Busan, South Korea joining cherry blossom celebrations along the way.
“We plan to explore some of Japan’s iconic highlights alongside lesser-known and rarely-visited coastlines accessible only by expedition ship, in true Heritage Expeditions style, including Japan’s famous art island Naoshima, historic Hiroshima, Miyajima’s famed floating Torii Gate, Mount Fuji and more all framed by Japan’s famed cherry blossoms,” Russ added. “It really is a magical time to be exploring Japan.”
Heritage Expeditions has also released a new Kimberley Explorer voyage for 2026 due to increased interest.
“This is only our third season exploring the Kimberley, but the interest in joining an authentic expedition cruise with Heritage Expeditions is incredible – the word is getting out and it’s great so many travellers seeking out our product, all wanting to enjoy the Heritage Expeditions experience,” Aaron Russ concluded.
Cherry Blossoms of Japan Cruise:
31 March to 11 April 2026
Tokyo – Osaka
20 per cent discount when booked by 30 April 2025
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