Tall Ship: Sailing from Kobe to Shanghai

Suited to

Solo travellers, Couples, Groups

Difficulty

Challenging - good level of fitness required

Nights onboard

Vessel type

Clipper Stad Amsterdam Tall Ship

Vessel length

249ft

Skipper

Yes

Berth Style

Luxury Single, Twin or Triple Cabins

Insurance Required

Yes

This leg of the world tour is once again a truly extraordinary adventure that you can be a part of! In addition to an unforgettable sailing experience, you'll have the opportunity to discover and explore two beautiful cities located in two unique countries.

8 nights: 26 May - 03 June 2024

3 person shared cabin: €1.165 / £1,025 per person*

2 person shared cabin: €1.375 / £1,205 per person*

Single cabin: €2.062,50 / £1,805 per person*

*Trips are priced in the operator’s local currency. The sterling amount shown is a guide only and the amount you pay in sterling will change with currency fluctuations

As you arrive at the harbor of Kobe, the captain and his crew cordially welcome you aboard the ship.

Kobe is a vibrant and diverse city with a blend of modern and historical elements. The city is a popular destination for both tourists and residents of Japan

Having one of Japan's busiest seaports makes Kobe a crucial economic and trade center. On the culinary front, there is something remarkable to mention about the city. Kobe is globally renowned for its high-quality, tender, and exceptionally flavorful beef: Kobe Beef. Many restaurants in the city serve delicious dishes featuring Kobe Beef.

Other notable attractions in Kobe include the port, Meriken Park, the Kobe Tower, and historic foreign settlements like Kitano Ijinkan. Additionally, the city offers breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and the sea.

THE ROUTE

The next morning, we hoist the sails and depart Japan, setting our course towards our final destination: Shanghai.

The sailing route follows the south coast of Japan, where a very strong current flows northeast along the coast. Depending on the weather, we will sail either close or far from the shore. The journey takes us through Osaka Bay and Wakayama Bay into the East China Sea. From there, we navigate the Huangpu River, which flows through the city center of Shanghai, dividing the city into two parts: Puxi in the west and Pudong in the east. Puxi represents the older part of the city, while Pudong is the more modern business district.

About a week of sailing will be required to arrive in the metropolis of Shanghai. Here, this unique sailing adventure concludes, and you can go explore this dynamic Chinese city.

SAILING & ADVENTURE

During the sail to Shanghai, you’ll have the opportunity to learn as much as possible about sailing on a square-rigged ship.

Imagine standing on the lookout surrounded by nothing but the sea. The waves, the sea being rough now and then, maybe some other ships and sometimes even dolphins playfully dancing just ahead of the bow and the experience of feeling so insignificant in the overwhelming nature. Enjoy the peace and quiet at sea, be completely disconnected from our hectic lives at home, find the time to relax on deck or in the longroom with a book from our well-stocked library, and have interesting conversations with the crew and the other guests. Besides sailing, there are plenty of other activities to engage in! We recommend that you assist the crew, for example, in maintenance, to truly experience life on board a sailing ship.

The meals are enjoyed together with the crew in the longroom at times adjusted to the watches. Every night the captain will give a short briefing on the mileage achieved on a preceding day, the mileage still to go, and any other points of interest. During the presentation, there is also an opportunity to view some of the best photos of the day, taken by you or by our crew.

SAILING AND WATCHES

The ship’s crew stand watch in three shifts. These shifts are called the Red Watch (from 12- 4 AM and PM), the White Watch (from 4-8 AM and PM) and the Blue Watch (from 8-12 AM and PM).

We welcome you to join one of these watches. This way you can fully experience how things work on a ship like the Stad Amsterdam. Setting or furling the sails, keeping the lookout, setting the course or standing watch: you can participate in all of it.

As a member of the Red Watch, you can enjoy the peacefulness of being at sea at night and the endless starry sky. In the White Watch, you will experience the break of dawn like you never did before, whilst in the Blue Watch, you can enjoy the sailing while maintaining a regular day and night rhythm.

THE BUSTLING CITY SHANGHAI

On Sunday evening, June 2nd, we’ll reach Shanghai after covering approximately 830 nautical miles! The next morning, our crew will say goodbye, and you’ll undoubtedly look back on an extraordinary experience

The modern and highly vibrant city of Shanghai is located on the east coast of China, at the mouth of the Yangtze River. The city boasts an impressive skyline with ultra-modern architecture. Additionally, it serves as a significant financial and trade center, playing a major role in China’s technological innovation and development.

Shanghai also has much to offer in terms of history. You shouldn’t miss the historical districts like the Bund, with its old colonial architecture! The breathtaking view of the Pudong district with towering skyscrapers, the Oriental Pearl TV Tower, and the Jin Mao Tower make the Bund a major tourist attraction. The view is particularly stunning in the evening when all the neon lights are illuminated.

Breakfast with coffee, tea and juices
Morning coffee
Lunch buffet with coffee, tea and juices
Afternoon coffee
Dinner buffet with coffee, tea and juices
Fresh fruit
Harbor and port dues
All running costs

Your travel to and from the start and endpoints.
Travel insurance
Any alcohol
Any meals you eat ashore
Medical exam cost (See additional information)

Travel Insurance
Taking out travel insurance is mandatory at all times on all our sailing trips. The mandatory travel insurance to be taken out by you must cover medical costs, accidents, and repatriation (article 13.9 of the general terms and conditions). When you take out your travel insurance please make sure that these costs are indeed covered.

Passport
All guests are obliged to have a valid* passport with them on board Clipper Stad Amsterdam. An Identity Card is not sufficient.

*Always inquire about the rules for the validity period of your passport for the country you are traveling to. In many countries, a passport is required to be valid for several months beyond the date of entry/departure

Visa:
It is crucial and your own responsibility to check and arrange visa requirements for the countries you are traveling to and traveling from.

The best way to determine if you need a visa to enter a specific country is by consulting the official website of the countries you plan to visit or by contacting the embassy or the Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Japan:
According to this website, there is no visa requirement for, among others, the following countries with a maximum stay of 90 days: Netherlands, Denmark, Finland, Germany, Spain, Greece, New Zealand, United Kingdom, Poland. Please verify whether this applies to you as well.

China: Please verify what applies for you.

Travel/vaccination requirements:
Some countries require proof of vaccination for travellers wishing to enter or exit the country.
Travel requirements are updated often, so we recommend always checking the latest entry requirements before your trip. Check for example: travel destinations

Clipper Stad Amsterdam & COVID-19: Vaccination or testing is no longer required.
All our guests are strongly encouraged, but not required, to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19*. For sailing trips with Clipper Stad Amsterdam, there is no longer a requirement for vaccinations or testing. Depending on the developments, there may still be restrictions in the ports of call. Furthermore, entry requirements can always change for a country. We ask you always to check the current travel conditions per country.

* Health authorities around the globe still recommend that you obtain and keep your vaccinations/boosters updated. Furthermore please keep in mind that should the Covid situation become worse, we might have to reintroduce stricter requirements again.

Unfavourable weather conditions & maintenance
Please note that due to unfavourable weather conditions (e.g. lack of wind or too much wind) the captain may decide to proceed under engine power and/or arrive at or depart from a harbour either sooner or later. During our adventurous sailing trips, the crew of the Stad Amsterdam is also occupied with the continuous maintenance program of the Clipper—a part of life on board Tall Ships as well. Should you wish to help, this is welcome but certainly not a must.

Flight suggestions:
Be advised that you must at all times be aware of and act by the travel advice and the coronavirus measures that apply when you are travelling to and from the ship. These trips are your responsibility.

Check what the best flight will be for you.
Flights To Kobe

Flights From Shanghai

For more information about possible flights, you may also like to visit: www.skyscanner.com.

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Kobe, Japan

Shanghai, China

THE ROUTE

The next morning, we hoist the sails and depart Japan, setting our course towards our final destination: Shanghai.

About a week of sailing will be required to arrive in the metropolis of Shanghai. Here, this unique sailing adventure concludes, and you can go explore this dynamic Chinese city.

SAILING & ADVENTURE

During the sail to Shanghai, you’ll have the opportunity to learn as much as possible about sailing on a square-rigged ship.

SAILING AND WATCHES

The ship’s crew stand watch in three shifts. These shifts are called the Red Watch (from 12- 4 AM and PM), the White Watch (from 4-8 AM and PM) and the Blue Watch (from 8-12 AM and PM).

THE BUSTLING CITY SHANGHAI

Sailing boots

Trainers/ deck shoes (no black soled shoes please – they mark the deck)

Waterproof sailing kit

Hat

Sailing gloves

Clothes for on-board and on shore

A small backpack for trips on-shore (30-40 litres)

A water bottle

Sun glasses (polarized)

Sun cream – SPF50+

Small quick dry towel

Swimming kit

USB cord to charge your phone

Cash

Head torch

Sailing knife

Passport

Printed out Insurance details

Any medication you require

26th May 2024 to 3rd June 2024