Explore the Small Islands of Japan & The Philippines
Step aboard and explore the world’s most captivating islands, where history, culture, and nature intertwine.
Explore Japan’s cultural heart, from the Matsuyama Castle to Kyoto’s temples, or venture to the remote Ryukyu Islands for ancient traditions and coral reefs. In the Philippines, uncover Spanish colonial history and pristine South Pacific marine sanctuaries. Or journey across North Borneo, discovering orangutans, lush rainforests, and vibrant island cultures.
This is Japan and the Philippines that most visitors have not seen. With only 120 like-minded passengers, an expert expedition team and warm Australian hospitality, there is no better way to experience these far reaches than by small ship.
Travel with ease on our optional charter flights providing a direct connection between destinations
Sail The Series – Enjoy our Xplorers Club Benefits and an additional 10% savings on adjoining voyages.
Experience Japan’s vibrant cities and quiet coastal island villages. Witness traditional Japanese culture at remote Shimizu and continue to Kobe port to explore Osaka or Kyoto. Visit Jeju Island in South Korea to view the UNESCO listed Manjanggul lava tubes and discover the little-known Goto Islands.
Departs 4 & 18 October, 2 November 2025
Discover Japan’s Ryukyu Islands and experience the nature, culture and communities of these unexplored outposts. Begin in Fukuoka and venture to the remote Okinawan Islands to encounter lifestyles of these seaside dwellers. Witness traditional lifestyles in a region seldom visited by travellers.
Departs 16 November 2025
Discover the small islands of The Philippines shaped by Spanish colonial heritage and World War II history. Share in traditional practices, witness ancient customs and immerse in the environment of these secluded islands. Beachcomb on the Philippines’ idyllic beaches and snorkel and dive on the vibrant Catanduanes and Cuatro Islas.
*No Sole Supplement Available*
Departs 3 December 2025
Join us as we traverse the northern coastlines and equatorial waters of Borneo from Manila to Singapore on this 16-night voyage. Our journey spans the Philippines, Malaysia, the Sultanate of Brunei, Malaysian Borneo and into Singapore. Explore rich traditional culture, ancient rainforests and enjoy rarely seen aquatic and geographical wonders.
*No Sole Supplement Available*
Departs 19 December 2025
Coral Expedition Explores Japan
With fewer than 120 guests, Coral Adventurer and Coral Geographer are perfectly positioned for expedition cruising around the Small Islands of Japan & The Philippines, designed to venture where few other cruise ships can go. The ship’s lightweight dual Xplorer expedition tenders allow for deeper exploration, on shore excursions and an easy, step-on embarkation from the ship’s main deck making it ideal for remote seaside villages and beaches in Japan and the Philippines.
History and Natural Beauty
This is Japan and The Philippines but not as you know it. Enjoy the ancient warrior traditional welcome of the kora kora canoes in Banda Niera and cruise the pristine landscape of Kitikita Waterfalls. Swim, snorkel and dive the aquamarine waters of the Northern Mariana Islands and visit UNESCO World Heritage sites. Experience Awa or “fool’s dance” which dates back 400 years at Tokujima and visit Osaka, the food capital of Japan. Be among the first overseas tourists to set foot on the remote Ryukyu Island and view a 25m tall giant cedar tree estimated to be up to 7,200 years old. Witness the natural beauty of Palaui Island National Park and its historic Cabo Engano lighthouse and cruise the Loboc River with traditional song and dance entertainment.
Voyage Log: Through Japan’s Ryukyu Islands – Fukuoka to Keelung
Voyage Log: Through the Heart of Japan – Tokyo to Fukuoka
