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HANSEATIC spirit

FROM SEWARD TO KANAZAWA

Seward - Kanazawa

Pacific Ring of Fire: Alaska, Aleutian Islands and Hokkaido - A true explorer trilogy from Alaska to Asia

  • Offers in the SILVER fare

  • 13.09.25 to 05.10.25|21 days

  • HANSEATIC spirit

  • SPI2518

Seward - Kanazawa

13.09.2025 to 05.10.2025|21 days

from € 12.990

21 days Cruise p.p.

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What to expect

The highlights of this cruise

  • Travel beyond your dreams: on an exceptional route along the Pacific Ring of Fire
  • Pure pioneering spirit: fill the blank spots on the map with life
  • Experience the diversity of nature in the habitat of cranes, whales, bears and sea eagles
  • Authentic and inspiring: captivating insights into local life
  • Fascinatingly primal: volcanic power of creation in many guises

  • At anchor

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  • Nautical mile after nautical mile of untamed nature – follow the Pacific Ring of Fire to one of the planet’s most remote regions with the HANSEATIC spirit. With some luck, you’ll hear the repeated cry of “Whale spotted!” on this cruise. These giants of the ocean can be observed particularly well from the deck. Perhaps the bald eagle will circle above the ship on your very first day, as cruising in Kenai National Park presents vast natural spectacles between the continents.

  • Take to the skies in Homer, the starting point for exciting bear-watching tours1: a seaplane will bring you to Brooks Falls, where, with a bit of luck, you might spot brown bears searching for food in a protected area. Or you can fly to Lake Clark National Park – where, on a hike with a ranger, you may be able to witness brown bears in their natural habitat. Departing from Homer, immerse yourself in the autumnal atmosphere of Alaska’s nature on a hike1 to the glacial lake or on a boat trip1.

  • The main town on Kodiak Island was the second largest settlement in Russian America until 1867. Today, the Russian Orthodox Church and the Kodiak History Museum are reminders of this time. Stroll through the charming small Alaskan town on your own. A transfer will take you to Fort Abercrombie State Park1 with its dense, moss-covered coastal forest – a particularly mystical experience at this time of year.

  • If you are lucky, you may have the opportunity to spot bears while cruising in the bays of the sprawling Katmai National Park with the HANSEATIC spirit. The animals are often found in the vegetation near the coast here. Together with your experts, you can keep a lookout from the many open deck spaces. 
  • On the Alaska Peninsula, you will meet the locals and gain insights into the life of the residents in the small fishing town of Chignik. What exciting observations will you make while cruising off Kak Island? Seabirds, otters and sea lions are always extraordinary photo motifs in these waters.
  • From Alaska, the volcanic chain of the Aleutian Islands extends into the Pacific in a wide, south-westerly arc. A vast world of power and beauty, teeming with life. Nature is still very pristine in these realms at the southern edge of the Bering Sea. Every single day tells its own story. Look forward to gaining many exciting insights on your shore visits and when the HANSEATIC spirit cruises nimbly through these waters – for example, on Popof Island, which you will explore on a hike together with your experts. Even today, Dutch Harbor on Unalaska Island still tells the history of Russian America, as Alaska was called until the middle of the 19th century. Go ashore with your experts to trace the history of Adak Island, a former military base that is now practically a ghost town set in the midst of unspoilt nature. 

  • Welcome to Japan and let Hokkaido bid you welcome. Still a blank page unfilled by tourism, the northern island of Japan has a number of unfamiliar facets. From Kushiro, the trails lead to the Akan Mashu National Park1, known for high volcanoes, clear lakes, deep forests and Mount Iou – with its bubbling sulphur fumaroles. You can explore the Kushiro-shitsugen wetland1 by kayak1 or on an easy hike1 along wooden plank paths. The premiere destination of Muroran overlooks Uchiura Bay in southern Hokkaido and is surrounded by mountains and volcanoes. From here, you will head to Shikotsu-Toya National Park1 with its exceptionally clear Lake Toya. Alternatively, you can explore Noboribetsu1 on a walk through Hell Valley1 or on a relaxing visit to an onsen1. You will see stunning autumnal foliage at this time of year. In Hakodate, the volcano, birds and vegetation of Onuma Quasi-National Park1 take centre stage. Alternatively, inspect fresh fish and crab on a market visit before continuing your city tour1 with a visit to Goryokaku Fort, the first Western-style fortress in Japan. Explore the diverse nature of the small volcanic island of Rishiri on hikes with your experts and once again, enjoy the uplifting feeling of reaching places with the HANSEATIC spirit where hardly anyone else is able to venture. Finally, you can discover the rugged rocky island of Okushiri on an individual shore visit. The region is famous for abalones – perhaps you will also try this local seafood? 

1 The shore activities are not included in the cruise price and are in the planning stage. Subject to change.

The itinerary depends on official approval and the weather conditions. The natural experiences and wildlife sightings described are possibilities on this cruise and are not guaranteed. The use of on-board Zodiacs is currently not permitted in Alaska and is subject to official approval in Japan. When the ship is at anchor, the ship’s tender boats will be used in Alaska.

Arrival and departure options

    • Fri, 12.09.2025

      Scheduled flight from Germany to Seattle
      Overnight stay with breakfast

      Optionally bookable

    • Sat, 13.09.2025

      Scheduled flight to Anchorage
      Journey to Seward

      Optionally bookable

    • Sun, 05.10.2025

      Journey to Komatsu
      Scheduled flight to Tokyo
      Overnight stay with breakfast

      Optionally bookable

    • Mon, 06.10.2025

      Scheduled flight from Tokyo to Germany

      Optionally bookable

Extend your trip

  • Our popular before and after programs include a wide range of excursions and are usually accompanied by experienced Hapag-Lloyd Cruises tour guides. Recommended for travelers who like to share their experiences with a group of like-minded people. Experience selected highlights of your holiday destination and enjoy the amenities of a group trip - we take care of transfers, excursions and overnight stays.

Price special

Limited offer: Travel for the best price in the SILVER fare

For this cruise, offers in the SILVER fare are available. You will find these under "Prices & Booking" after selecting the respective suite.

Attractive combination discount

Extend your stay with the previous cruise SPI2517 and save € 1,800 per person. (Applies to Categories 1 – 10)

Included Services

Expedition and information
  • All landings and rides in the ship’s own Zodiacs (Use of the Zodiacs depends on the destination and on official permits)
  • Experienced experts from various disciplines accompany every cruise, give presentations and multimedia lectures, provide well-informed answers to questions about the cruising area and take part in the Zodiac landings/rides and hikes from/to ship
  • Use of the interactive Ocean Academy with individual knowledge formats
  • Comprehensive information before the cruise – for example about the Arctic, Antarctic, the South Seas and the Amazon, as well as expedition maps
Cabin
  • In every cabin: champagne to welcome you, mini bar restocked daily with non-alcoholic beverages (additional selection in Grand Suites and Junior Suites), coffee machine (tea on request), 24-hour cabin service
  • Equipment for loan: one pair of binoculars and two sets of Nordic Walking poles in the cabin itself, furthermore warm parkas, rubber boots, snorkelling equipment
  • Flat-screen TV with information and entertainment programme, personal email account and Internet access via Wi-Fi (free of charge for one hour per guest and day, satellite-dependent especially in polar areas)
  • Information about harbours and destinations (where available) in the cabin
Restaurants
  • International gourmet cuisine – full board: breakfast (early-bird and late riser breakfast), bouillon, afternoon coffee/tea time, lunch and dinner (three restaurants to choose from in the evening with flexible opening hours)
All around carefree
  • German ship and expedition management as well as a mostly German-speaking service crew
  • Harbour and airport fees
  • Cancellation fee insurance (20% excess) in the fares PLATINUM and GOLD
Spa and fitness
  • Extensive sports programme: fitness area with ocean view, course programme, additional sports activities on shore depending on the destination (Personal training for an additional charge)
  • OCEAN SPA with Finnish sauna with an ocean view, steam sauna, indoor and outdoor relaxation area (spa treatments and hairdresser at a surcharge)