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Azamara Puruit 2026 Itineraries

Below are selected cruise itineraries featuring our curated shared Azamara Pursuit shore excursions in Japan and beyond. Each itinerary offers thoughtfully designed experiences with a focus on culture, local heritage, and immersive exploration.

Review date-specific shared tour prices before making an enquiry, with each excursion carefully scheduled around your ship’s port times. Enjoy licensed local guides, small group sizes, and a reliable return-to-ship plan for a seamless and worry-free experience.

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Azamara Pursuit Itineraries with Shared Tours Available

For discerning travelers aboard the Azamara Pursuit cruise, every moment ashore deserves to be unforgettable. That’s why our shore excursions are more than just sightseeing, they are thoughtfully curated experiences designed to complement the elegance and richness of your voyage.

The itineraries cover Japan, with selected sailings also visiting South Korea, including departures throughout the 2026 season. While some attractions may appear across multiple sailings, the shared excursion price and confirmed group size may vary depending on the departure.

Start by selecting your sailing dates, then explore the available small-group Japan shore excursions in the order Azamara Pursuit visits each port, making it easy to plan every destination along your journey.

21 Nights · Vancouver, Canada → Yokohama, Japan

Alaska & Japan Cruise: Icy Strait, Seward & Tokyo

August 27, 2026 - September 17, 2026

Inclusions:
  • English-speaking Guide (Licensed)
  • Chartered car/coach including high-way & parking fee
  • Entrance fee(s)
Inclusions:
  • Meals & Drinks
  • Tips for Guide & Driver
Sep 15 2026
Miyako on Azamara Pursuit shore excursions
Miyako, Japan

Iwate Natural Exploring

Kitayamazaki Observatory Deck, Ryusendo Cave, Jyodogahama

◷ 6 hours Walking: Easy Micro-bus Licensed guide
Date-Specific Shared Price
$233.00
USD per person · shared departure Small-group
Sep 16 2026
Hitachinaka on Azamara Pursuit shore excursions
Hitachinaka, Japan

Hitachinaka & Kairakuen Garden

Hitachi Seaside Park, Kairakuen Gardens

◷ 5 hours Walking: Easy Micro-bus Licensed guide
Date-Specific Shared Price
$230.00
USD per person · shared departure Small-group

Found the right port days for this sailing? Send one request for the excursions you prefer. Sammy will check places, group size and the final meeting details before payment.

15 Nights · Yokohama, Japan → Yokohama, Japan

Japan Intensive Cruise: Tokyo, Hiroshima & Kobe

September 17 2026 - October 02 2026

Inclusions:
  • English-speaking Guide (Licensed)
  • Chartered car/coach including high-way & parking fee
  • Entrance fee(s)
Inclusions:
  • Meals & Drinks
  • Tips for Guide & Driver
Sep 19 2026
Aomori on Azamara Pursuit shore excursions
Aomori, Japan

Aomori Cultural Heritage Tour

Hirosaki Park & Castle, Tsugaru-han Neputa Village, Aomori Prefecture Tourist Center ASPAM

◷ 6 hours Walking: Moderate Micro-bus Licensed guide
Date-Specific Shared Price
$245.00
USD per person · shared departure Small-group
Sep 20 2026
Sakata on Azamara Pursuit shore excursions
Sakata, Japan

Sakata Highlights Tour

Hiyoriyama Park, Kaikoji Temple, Sannou Club, Former Main Residence of Homma Family, Sankyo Warehouse, Hatsumago Sake Brewery

◷ 5 hours Walking: Moderate Micro-bus Licensed guide
Date-Specific Shared Price
$277.00
USD per person · shared departure Small-group
Sep 21 2026
Toyama on Azamara Pursuit shore excursions
Toyama, Japan

Gokayama Historic Village & Tonami Tulip

Historic Village of Gokayama, Ainokura Village, Gassho-zuruki Exhibition Hall ”Yusuke”, Tonami Tulip Gallery

◷ 6 hours Walking: Easy - Moderate Micro-bus Licensed guide
Date-Specific Shared Price
$202.00
USD per person · shared departure Small-group
Sep 22 2026
Maizuru on Azamara Pursuit shore excursions
Maizuru, Japan

From Maizuru to Amanohashidate

Motoise Kono Jinja, Ine Bay Sightseeing Boat, Amanoshashidate View Land, Kaisenkyo Rotating Bridge, Monjudo Chionji Temple

◷ 9 hours Walking: Moderate Micro-bus Licensed guide
Date-Specific Shared Price
$236.00
USD per person · shared departure Small-group
Sep 23 2026
Sakaiminato on Azamara Pursuit shore excursions
Sakaiminato, Japan

Sakaiminato Sightseeing Tour

Matsue Castle, Adachi Museum of Art, Mizuki Shigeru Memorial Museum, Mizuki Shigeru Road

◷ 6.5 hours Walking: Moderate Micro-bus Licensed guide
Date-Specific Shared Price
$238.00
USD per person · shared departure Small-group
Sep 24 2026
Busan on Azamara Pursuit shore excursions
Busan, South Korea

Busan City Tours with Local Guide

Gamcheon Hillside Village, Traditional Market, Yongdusan Park

◷ 8 hours Walking: Easy Micro-bus Licensed guide
Date-Specific Shared Price
$175.00
USD per person · shared departure Small-group
Sep 26 2026
Hiroshima on Azamara Pursuit shore excursions
Hiroshima, Japan

Hiroshima & Miyajima Highlights Tour

Itsukushima Shrine, Miyajima Town, Peace Memorial Park & Museum, Atomic Bomb Dome

◷ 6 hours Walking: Easy Micro-bus Licensed guide
Date-Specific Shared Price
$235.00
USD per person · shared departure Small-group
Sep 27 2026
Kochi on Azamara Pursuit shore excursions
Kochi, Japan

Kochi Castle & Katsurahama

Gotaisan Chikurin-ji Temple, Harimaya-bashi Bridge, Kochi Castle, Hirome-Ichiba Open Market, Katsura Hama

◷ 6 hours Walking: Moderate Micro-bus Licensed guide
Date-Specific Shared Price
$217.00
USD per person · shared departure Small-group
Sep 28 2026
Kyoto on Azamara Pursuit shore excursions
Osaka · Kobe, Japan

Kyoto Highlights Tour

Nijo-jo Castle, Kinkakuji Temple (the Golden Pavillion), Fushimi Inari Shrine, Higashiyama District (Time permitting)

◷ 9 hours Walking: Moderate Micro-bus Licensed guide
Date-Specific Shared Price
$251.00
USD per person · shared departure Small-group
Sep 30 2026
Shimizu on Azamara Pursuit shore excursions
Shimizu, Japan

Hakone Highlights Tour

Lake Ashi cruising, Owakudani Valley

◷ 6 hours Walking: Easy Micro-bus Licensed guide
Date-Specific Shared Price
$230.00
USD per person · shared departure Small-group

Found the right port days for this sailing? Send one request for the excursions you prefer. Sammy will check places, group size and the final meeting details before payment.

15 Nights · Yokohama, Japan → Incheon (Seoul), South Korea

Japan Intensive Voyage

October 02, 2026 - October 16, 2026

Inclusions:
  • English-speaking Guide (Licensed)
  • Chartered car/coach including high-way & parking fee
  • Entrance fee(s)
Inclusions:
  • Meals & Drinks
  • Tips for Guide & Driver
Oct 04 2026
Shimizu on Azamara Pursuit shore excursions
Shimizu, Japan

Hakone Highlights Tour

Lake Ashi cruising, Owakudani Valley

◷ 6 hours Walking: Easy Micro-bus Licensed guide
Date-Specific Shared Price
$253.00
USD per person · shared departure Small-group
Oct 06 2026
Kyoto on Azamara Pursuit shore excursions
Osaka · Kobe, Japan

Kyoto Highlights Tour

Arashiyama Area , Kinkakuji Temple (the Golden Pavillion), Fushimi Inari Shrine, Higashiyama District (Time permitting)

◷ 9 hours Walking: Moderate Micro-bus Licensed guide
Date-Specific Shared Price
$251.00
USD per person · shared departure Small-group
Oct 07 2026
Kochi on Azamara Pursuit shore excursions
Kochi, Japan

Kochi Castle & Katsurahama

Gotaisan Chikurin-ji Temple, Harimaya-bashi Bridge, Kochi Castle, Hirome-Ichiba Open Market, Katsura Hama

◷ 6 hours Walking: Moderate Micro-bus Licensed guide
Date-Specific Shared Price
$217.00
USD per person · shared departure Small-group
Oct 08 2026
Hiroshima on Azamara Pursuit shore excursions
Hiroshima, Japan

Hiroshima & Miyajima Highlights Tour

Itsukushima Shrine, Miyajima Town, Peace Memorial Park & Museum, Atomic Bomb Dome

◷ 6 hours Walking: Easy Micro-bus Licensed guide
Date-Specific Shared Price
$235.00
USD per person · shared departure Small-group
Oct 09 2026
Beppu on Azamara Pursuit shore excursions
Beppu, Japan

Monkey park and Hot Spring Hells of Beppu

Takasakiyama Natural Zoological Garden, Beppu Jigoku Tour, Myouban-Onsen Yunosato

◷ 5 hours Walking: Moderate Micro-bus Licensed guide
Date-Specific Shared Price
$225.00
USD per person · shared departure Small-group
Oct 10 2026
Kagoshima on Azamara Pursuit shore excursions
Kagoshima, Japan

Chiran Samurai Heritage & Kagoshima Culture Tour

Samurai Residents’ District, Chiran Peace Museum (Tokko Heiwa Kaikan), Kagoshima Furusato Bussan-kan

◷ 5 hours Walking: Moderate Micro-bus Licensed guide
Date-Specific Shared Price
$215.00
USD per person · shared departure Small-group
Oct 11 2026
Nagasaki on Azamara Pursuit shore excursions
Nagasaki, Japan

Nagasaki History Tour

Peace Memorial Park, Atomic Bomb Museum, Dejima, Glover Garden

◷ 6 hours Walking: Easy - Moderate Micro-bus Licensed guide
Date-Specific Shared Price
$202.00
USD per person · shared departure Small-group
Oct 12 2026
Fukuoka on Azamara Pursuit shore excursions
Hakata-Fukuoka, Japan

Dazaifu & Hakata Tour

Tochoji Temple & Buddha-Hell-Paradise, Ohori Park, Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine, Fukuoka Tower

◷ 6 hours Walking: Easy - Moderate Micro-bus Licensed guide
Date-Specific Shared Price
$202.00
USD per person · shared departure Small-group
Oct 13 2026
Busan on Azamara Pursuit shore excursions
Busan, South Korea

Busan City Tours with Local Guide

Gamcheon Hillside Village, Traditional Market, Yongdusan Park

◷ 8 hours Walking: Easy Micro-bus Licensed guide
Date-Specific Shared Price
$175.00
USD per person · shared departure Small-group
Found the right port days for this sailing? Send one request for the excursions you prefer. Sammy will check places, group size and the final meeting details before payment.

Your Celebrity Millennium Shared-Tour Travel Experts

Meet Your Dedicated Travel Expert for Celebrity Millennium Cruise Excursions

Send your sailing dates and preferred port tours in one request. Felix and Fiona will check the correct itinerary, current group status and the next step before payment.
Sammy Nguyen - Sales Team Leader

Sammy Nguyen

What the team checks for you

Clear Answers Before You Confirm

You do not need to organise a group yourself. Your request is matched with other guests interested in the same departure.

The current shared-departure status

Felix or Fiona explains whether the tour is confirmed, gathering interest or waiting for final guest numbers.

Your comfort and mobility notes

Walking concerns, stairs, mobility requirements and preferred pace can be recorded before payment.

Ask About My Sailing Review Sailing Dates

From Request to Your Shore Excursions

04 Simple Steps to Plan Your Azamara Pursuit Port Days

01

Share Your Details

Tell us your port, date, group size, mobility needs, and interests. Takes under 3 minutes.

02

We Confirm Your Shared Tours

Within 12 working hours, you receive full itinerary & information with transparent pricing - no obligation.

03

Final Check & Payment

The final price, confirmed group arrangement and next contact step are provided so you know what to expect before going ashore.

04

Enjoy Japan & Return

Your guide meets you at the pier. A seamless, stress-free day, and back onboard before departure.

Common Questions

FAQs about Azamara Pursuit Cruise Shore Excursions

These FAQs help Azamara Pursuit cruise guests understand our intimate, small-group shore excursions designed for authentic cultural immersion. Find clear answers to plan a seamless, meaningful experience ashore.

What makes these shore excursions different from standard Azamara cruise tours?

Our shore excursions are designed specifically for Azamara Pursuit guests who value authentic cultural immersion over sightseeing alone. Instead of large groups and rushed schedules, we focus on intimate, small-group experiences that allow meaningful interaction with local culture, traditions, and people.

Yes. These experiences are thoughtfully curated for experienced, culturally curious travelers aged 40–60 who prefer depth, comfort, and authenticity. The pace is relaxed, the content is enriching, and the atmosphere is refined.

We keep our groups intentionally small (up to 16 pax) to maintain an intimate atmosphere. Smaller group sizes allow for deeper cultural engagement, easier communication with guides, and a more personal travel experience.

Our Azamara Pursuit cruise shore excursions emphasize authentic cultural immersion, such as:

  • Visits to local villages and traditional neighborhoods
  • Hands-on experiences at artisan workshops and craft villages
  • Exploration of temples, shrines, and heritage sites
  • Insightful storytelling from knowledgeable local guides

These are not surface-level stops, but meaningful encounters with local life.

Most tours are designed for moderate activity levels, suitable for active adults. Walking is typically unhurried, with regular breaks. Detailed activity information is provided in advance so guests can choose experiences that best match their comfort level.

Absolutely. Punctuality and back-to-ship guarantee are a top priority. Our team closely coordinates with port schedules and allows ample buffer time, so you can explore confidently and return relaxed and worry-free.

Yes. All tours are led by experienced local guides who offer genuine insight into history, traditions, and daily life. Their storytelling adds depth and context, transforming each excursion into a truly immersive cultural experience.

We would deeply regret your decision to cancel your Celebrity Millennium shore excursions; however we realize that there are many valid reasons that this can happen. In the event of cancellation we will refund any payment made to Shore Excursions Asia (less any cancellation fee that is applicable) within 14 days of our receipt of your written cancellation request.

The cancellation fee will be calculated as follows:

  • More than 40 days prior to trip departure: 10% of the deposit paid is non-refundable. This will be saved for your next trip with us. The rest of the deposit paid will be refunded (bank fee levied by your end)
  • 40 – 30 days prior to trip departure: 35% charged of the deposit paid
  • 29 – 15 days: 50% charged of the deposit paid
  • 14 – 10 day: 75% charged of total amount
  • Less than 10 days or No show: 100% charged of total amount

After the trip has commenced, we are unable to refund any amount for unused services due to your willingness, early departure, late arrival, or missed days on tours.

What Travelers Are Saying About Our Azamara Pursuit Cruise excursions

Excellent tour of Matsuyama, Japan

"We booked a tour of Matsuyama Japan with Shore Excursions Asia. Sammy was very helpful with getting us booked and keeping us informed on the logistics (pickup location, english-speaking guide, etc).

Haruko was our guide and she did an amazing job. She kept our group moving but we did not feel hurried. She also did an excellent job of explaining some of the history of the sites we visited (Dogo Onsen area, Ichiteji Temple, Shiki Museum and Matsuyama Castle). We even stopped by a local to purchase some tangerines which were delicious."

Excellent, excellent, exhausting!

"We were treated to 5 amazing days, with guides, transportation, accommodations, meals, and breathtaking sights, all in a costume package, for thousands of dollars less than equivalent package from the cruise line. We had 10 people in our group, and after a few emails with Sammy, we had everything set up. Yes I reached out to Sammy often and she responded so quickly.

This experience would have been a steal at 3 times the price. Forgive my raving, all 10 of us on the excursion were equally overwhelmed by it's excellence."