Toba: all 7 tours and excursions for your cruise

This full-day tour from the pier immerses you in Matsusaka's rich merchant history, culture, and culinary traditions, featuring preserved historical residences and an unforgettable Matsusaka beef meal. Matsusaka Merchant TownYour tour begins at the pier, where you board a medium coach for a scenic 65-minute transfer to Matsusaka Merchant Town, a district known for its prosperous Edo-period merchants. After arrival, you will take a short walk to the Matsusaka Merchant Town Tourist Information...

Enjoy an enriching full-day tour from the pier, setting off to discover the profound spiritual heritage and stunning natural landscapes of the Ise-Shima region. Depart from the pier for an approximate 40-minute drive to Ise Grand Shrine (Geku). Ise Grand ShrineBegin your journey at Ise Grand Shrine (Geku), dedicated to Toyouke-Omikami, the deity of food, industry, and shelter. Walk along ancient stone paths, shaded by towering cedar trees, and absorb the calm, sacred atmosphere of this revered...

This accessible half-day tour from the pier introduces the coastal beauty and sacred traditions of Ise-Shima. You'll journey along the scenic Ise Shima Skyline, a toll road celebrated for its sweeping mountain and sea views, embodying sustainable tourism. Ise-Shima SkylineYour tour begins at the pier, where you board a large, comfortable coach for a short drive to the Ise-Shima Skyline, a scenic mountain road renowned for its panoramic views over the sea and peninsula. The road winds gently...

Embark on a profound spiritual journey to the revered Ise Jingu Shrine, before immersing yourself in traditional Japanese culture and cuisine at charming Okage Yokocho. Ise Jingu GekuYour tour begins at the pier, where you board a comfortable coach for a 30-minute transfer to Ise Jingu Geku (Outer Shrine). Dedicated to Toyouke-Omikami, the deity of daily necessities, Geku offers a peaceful introduction to Ise’s spiritual heritage. You’ll walk along tranquil gravel paths surrounded...

Explore the history of maritime communities at the Toba Sea-Folk Museum, experience the ancient tradition of Ama divers while savoring fresh seafood at a traditional Ama hut, and discover the fascinating world of pearl cultivation at Mikimoto Pearl Island. Toba Sea-Folk MuseumYour tour begins at the pier, where you board a large coach for a 30-minute drive to the Toba Sea-Folk Museum. This museum highlights the region’s rich maritime heritage, presenting traditional fishing techniques,...

MIKIMOTO PEARL HARBOR & MARINE WILDLIFE: Visit the birthplace of cultured pearls and enjoy nearby wildlife tours where you may spot dolphins, sea turtles, and seabirds like Osprey and Pacific Reef Herons. BEACH WALK & COASTAL BIRDWATCHING: Take a leisurely walk along Toba’s scenic beaches where you can observe seabirds like Oyster Catchers, Great Egrets, and Black-vented Shearwaters, and explore tide pools teeming with marine life. HIKING AND NATURE EXPLORATION: Trek scenic trails...

MIKIMOTO PEARL HARBOR & MARINE WILDLIFE: Visit the birthplace of cultured pearls and enjoy nearby wildlife tours where you may spot dolphins, sea turtles, and seabirds like Osprey and Pacific Reef Herons. BEACH WALK & COASTAL BIRDWATCHING: Take a leisurely walk along Toba’s scenic beaches where you can observe seabirds like Oyster Catchers, Great Egrets, and Black-vented Shearwaters, and explore tide pools teeming with marine life. HIKING AND NATURE EXPLORATION: Trek scenic trails...