MITSUI OCEAN CRUISES to Offer Complimentary Half-Day Shore Excursions
MOL Cruises, operating the MITSUI OCEAN CRUISES brand, will offer multiple complimentary half-day shore excursions on its two ships. This initiative, part of their all-inclusive service, aims to enhance customer satisfaction and promote the appeal of hassle-free cruise travel.
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MOL Cruises, Ltd. (President & CEO: Tsunemichi Mukai, Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo), which operates the cruise brand MITSUI OCEAN CRUISES, will offer multiple complimentary half-day shore excursions on its operating ship, MITSUI OCEAN FUJI, and the MITSUI OCEAN SAKURA, which will be launched in September 2026.
MITSUI OCEAN FUJI is scheduled for a total of 27 cruises departing from July to December 2026, and we will plan complimentary half-day shore excursions at each port of call[1]. Additionally, for the MITSUI OCEAN SAKURA, which will be launched in September 2026 and has announced its itinerary until December of the same year, we plan to offer complimentary half-day shore excursions at many ports of call[1].
Normally, participation in shore excursions requires an additional fee on top of the cruise fare. However, out of a desire for more customers to enjoy the unique attractions of each port of call, we have planned complimentary half-day tours that visit standard highlights.
In the summer, we will offer half-day shore excursions in many ports such as Toba to visit Ise Grand Shrine, Sasebo to enjoy the spectacular views of the Kujukushima Islands, Sukumo, Kure, and Munakata. For the Akita Kanto Festival, Aomori Nebuta Festival, and Komatsushima Awa Odori, we will provide viewing seats to enjoy the festivals up close. In the fall, we will conduct half-day shore excursions to domestic ports such as Ibusuki to visit Lake Ikeda with a view of Mt. Kaimon, Amami Oshima (Naze) to visit the Tanaka Isson Memorial Museum, and Setoda. In Taiwan, tours will visit the retro townscape of Jiufen from Keelung, the famous Lotus Pond in Kaohsiung, and traditional villages in the outlying island of Penghu.
Furthermore, for the 'New Year Guam & Saipan Cruise' departing at the end of the year, we are planning complimentary half-day shore excursions to enjoy Guam's Two Lovers Point and Saipan's scenic views[2].
In addition to the complimentary half-day shore excursions, we will also offer a variety of other shore excursions for a separate fee to maximize the charm of the ports of call. These include full-day sightseeing tours with meals that visit popular tourist destinations, and premium tours that offer high-quality, specially arranged experiences unique to the location, allowing customers to choose experiences that suit their preferences.
MITSUI OCEAN CRUISES offers various onboard services as 'all-inclusive' within the travel fare. This includes transportation, accommodation, participation in various onboard activities, basic meals, over 200 types of drinks including alcohol, entertainment viewing fees, and Wi-Fi usage. The half-day shore excursions introduced this time can also be enjoyed as part of this 'all-inclusive' service.
We will prepare various shore excursions that are possible only because of the valuable relationships our company has deepened with local governments and communities at each port of call throughout our long history of cruise ship operation.
One of the charms of a cruise is being able to travel comfortably without having to arrange your own accommodation or transportation, or carry heavy luggage. We invite you to participate in our planned shore excursions and enjoy an even more memorable cruise experience.
[1] May not be available at some ports of call, including remote islands.
[2] The content of the half-day shore excursions is subject to change.
MITSUI OCEAN FUJI is scheduled for a total of 27 cruises departing from July to December 2026, and we will plan complimentary half-day shore excursions at each port of call[1]. Additionally, for the MITSUI OCEAN SAKURA, which will be launched in September 2026 and has announced its itinerary until December of the same year, we plan to offer complimentary half-day shore excursions at many ports of call[1].
Normally, participation in shore excursions requires an additional fee on top of the cruise fare. However, out of a desire for more customers to enjoy the unique attractions of each port of call, we have planned complimentary half-day tours that visit standard highlights.
In the summer, we will offer half-day shore excursions in many ports such as Toba to visit Ise Grand Shrine, Sasebo to enjoy the spectacular views of the Kujukushima Islands, Sukumo, Kure, and Munakata. For the Akita Kanto Festival, Aomori Nebuta Festival, and Komatsushima Awa Odori, we will provide viewing seats to enjoy the festivals up close. In the fall, we will conduct half-day shore excursions to domestic ports such as Ibusuki to visit Lake Ikeda with a view of Mt. Kaimon, Amami Oshima (Naze) to visit the Tanaka Isson Memorial Museum, and Setoda. In Taiwan, tours will visit the retro townscape of Jiufen from Keelung, the famous Lotus Pond in Kaohsiung, and traditional villages in the outlying island of Penghu.
Furthermore, for the 'New Year Guam & Saipan Cruise' departing at the end of the year, we are planning complimentary half-day shore excursions to enjoy Guam's Two Lovers Point and Saipan's scenic views[2].
In addition to the complimentary half-day shore excursions, we will also offer a variety of other shore excursions for a separate fee to maximize the charm of the ports of call. These include full-day sightseeing tours with meals that visit popular tourist destinations, and premium tours that offer high-quality, specially arranged experiences unique to the location, allowing customers to choose experiences that suit their preferences.
MITSUI OCEAN CRUISES offers various onboard services as 'all-inclusive' within the travel fare. This includes transportation, accommodation, participation in various onboard activities, basic meals, over 200 types of drinks including alcohol, entertainment viewing fees, and Wi-Fi usage. The half-day shore excursions introduced this time can also be enjoyed as part of this 'all-inclusive' service.
We will prepare various shore excursions that are possible only because of the valuable relationships our company has deepened with local governments and communities at each port of call throughout our long history of cruise ship operation.
One of the charms of a cruise is being able to travel comfortably without having to arrange your own accommodation or transportation, or carry heavy luggage. We invite you to participate in our planned shore excursions and enjoy an even more memorable cruise experience.
[1] May not be available at some ports of call, including remote islands.
[2] The content of the half-day shore excursions is subject to change.