Costa Cruises have an exciting new cruise filled with adventure and sightseeing through the captivating scenery and landscapes of Japan and South-East Asia. Costa Serena will first embark on a 15-day journey through Japan’s cultural and historical treasures.
Japan’s itinerary will be followed by a 15-day excursion of South-East Asia’s unforgettable sites. Starting November 2025 to January 2026, this cruise is a must to visit Asia’s most magnificent destinations by sea, departing directly from main European cities. 
Costa Asia Cruises: Costa Serena’s Japan Itinerary
Costa Serena’s first itinerary plan involves an astounding 15-day journey through Japan. This itinerary goes through the Orient to the Empire of the Rising Sun. Uncover ceremonial traditions, golden temples, lush gardens, and learning the modern history in the big cities. The destinations in the itinerary include Hong Kong, Keelung (Taiwan), Naha (Japan), Kagoshima (Japan), Tokyo (Japan), Kobe (Japan), Nagasaki (Japan), and Busan (South Korea).
Costa Asia Cruises: Costa Serena’s South-East Asia Itinerary
Exploring all the beauty South-East Asia has to offer for 15 days will be the second half of the itinerary. Be immersed in the endless fields of Vietnam and the historic temples and beaches of Thailand. Additionally, explore the beautiful greenery in the Philippines and Brunei. The destinations of the South-East itinerary cover places such as Hong Kong, Nha Trang (Vietnam), Phu My (Vietnam), Koh Samui (Thailand), Singapore, Bandar Seri Begawan (Brunei), Puerto Princesa, Palawan (Philippines), and Hong Kong.
Cabins and Dining
Costa Serena has enjoyable and sophisticated cabins and restaurants designed perfectly for guests to enjoy and experience throughout their travels. Costa Serena offers 557 luxurious balcony cabins. Those include suite cabins, ocean view cabins, terrace and sea view cabins, and interior cabins.
The different sea view cabins provide you with the possibility to follow the cruise every step of the way. Whether it is a day at sea, the docking in a new harbour or the coastal views leaving a port they provide you with the possibility of observing all of these things and more from the luxury of your own cabin. Take a step out on the balcony, breathe in and smell the ocean and observe the beauty of what mother nature has to offer on a daily basis.
Additionally, there are 8 restaurants and snack bars when you are not exploring the tastes of Asia. With such a vast selection of food, there is truly something for everyone, whether it be a craving for sweet or salty or simply a snack in the middle, Costa Serena will still every craving. Choose between Pizza at the Pummid’Oro Pizzeria, a classic burger at the Salty Beach Street Food or sticking to the already existing asian theme of the cruise by indulging in some sushi in Sushino at Costa. And if you really don’t want to decide there is nothing to worry about with the restaurant buffet offering a vast selection of different foods.
Amenities and Entertainment
The 8 different pools provide something for everyone. Whether one wants to use the pool for a bit of a sporty activity and swim or simply lie at the pool deck, enjoy the fresh air and maybe have a drink at the Lido Urbano, Costa Serena provides the opportunity for it all. And for people looking for a bit more adrenaline, the Toboga water slides provide an exhilarating experience for the whole family allowing entertainment for all ages when the time at sea comes.
Following a long day of exploration through one of the incredible destinations of the cruise one might also simply want a bit of relaxation before dinner is calling. Once again, Costa Serena does not disappoint with the Spa providing a superb location for this. Sit back and relax during a facial or simply use the spa facilities and everything they have to offer in order to rejuvenate for the upcoming evening and new explorations.
Finally, when you are looking for a bit more action in the evening following dinner, the entertainment program on board is comprehensive. The theatre on board has a vast selection of events one may go to, so whether you are a fan of musicals, are impressed by acrobats or enjoy a good game night in order to meet new people or bond with the family, make sure to check out their program and experience one of the many fascinating shows on board.
Asia for a month?
The Japan and South-East Asia itineraries can be combined into a 28-night adventure, travelling to all 14 destinations on the two routes.
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