13 Nights | October 27 – November 9, 2025
Ship: Holland America Line – Westerdam
Sail through East Asia on an unforgettable kosher cruise visiting the best of Japan and China, ending in iconic Hong Kong. Enjoy luxurious amenities onboard the Westerdam, a Sefer Torah, organized minyanim, and exquisite Glatt Kosher cuisine prepared by a private chef—Cholov Yisroel, Pat Yisroel, Bishul Yisroel.
Let the vibrant cultures, rich history, and breathtaking landscapes of Asia unfold before you—all without compromising on kashrut or Shabbat observance.
Itinerary
Itinerary
- Day 1 – Mon, Oct 27: Depart from Tokyo, Japan – 7:00 PM
- Day 2 – Tue, Oct 28: Shimizu, Japan – 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM
- Day 3 – Wed, Oct 29: Osaka, Japan – Arrive 8:00 AM (Overnight)
- Day 4 – Thu, Oct 30: Osaka, Japan – Depart 11:00 PM
- Day 5 – Fri, Oct 31: Scenic Cruising Kanmon Strait (Cruising Only)
- Day 6 – Sat, Nov 1: Fukuoka (Hakata), Japan – 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Day 7 – Sun, Nov 2: Nagasaki, Japan – 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Day 8 – Mon, Nov 3: Sea Day
- Day 9 – Tue, Nov 4: Shanghai, China – Arrive 7:00 AM (Overnight)
- Day 10 – Wed, Nov 5: Shanghai, China – Depart 6:00 PM
- Day 11 – Thu, Nov 6: Sea Day
- Day 12 – Fri, Nov 7: Xiamen, China – 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
- Day 13 – Sat, Nov 8: Sea Day
- Day 14 – Sun, Nov 9: Disembark in Hong Kong, China – 6:30 AM
What is included in the price:
- Kosher cruise for 13 nights
- Glatt Kosher food prepared freshly, especially and separately for the Kosher group by the best chefs on the sea. Cholov Yisroel, Pat Yisroel and Bishul Yisroel.
- On board Mashgichim who are responsible for the kosher kitchen
- Port taxes and charges
- Gratuities to Kosher supervisors
Kosher food at a level you have never experienced:
- Kosher supervisors in charge of the group throughout the cruise
- Fresh Glatt Kosher gourmet food cooked onboard.
- Private Chef onboard.
- New porcelain dishes and utensils
- Sefer Torah and a designated room for organized prayers.
- Kabbalat Shabbat with Kiddush on Friday evening and Shabbat morning.
- Electronic candles of “Machon Zomet” for the customers to light onboard on Friday evening.
Price does not include:
- Flights
- Transfers
- Visas if needed
- Shore excursions
- Gratuities to ship staff (approx. 17-19$ per person per day)
- Insurance
- Anything not written in “prices include”
Rates & Details
Cabin Prices (per person, based on double occupancy):
- Interior: $6,100
- Ocean View: $6,650
- Balcony: $7,150
- Signature Suite: $7,650