Introduction to the SuperStar Aquarius Cruise Ship:
Gross Tonnage: 51,309 tons; Length: 229.84 meters; Width: 28.5 meters; Average Speed: 18 knots; Maximum Speed: 20 knots; Stabilizers: 2; Bow & Stern Thrusters: 2; Full Satellite Navigation Systems: 2; Number of Cabins: 756; Passenger Capacity: 1,511.
Cabin Accommodations on SuperStar Aquarius for a Comfortable Stay
The space design concept aboard Star Cruises’ SuperStar Aquarius is unique. All cabins and suites are fully equipped, featuring gorgeous and elegant designs that ensure you the most luxurious and comfortable environment.
Facilities on SuperStar Aquarius to Ensure a Pleasant and Relaxing Holiday
SuperStar Aquarius offers guests premium entertainment experiences. Enjoy variety shows and magical performances at the Star Lounge; sing your heart out at the Sky Karaoke; savor fine wines at the Star Bar. And at Oscar Hair & Beauty Salon, indulge in hair and beauty services to rejuvenate your look.
Savor Exquisite Cuisine on Board
Daily meals include four main meals + two tea breaks: breakfast, morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea, dinner, and late-night snack.
SuperStar Aquarius offers a rich selection of dining options. Indulge in Southeast Asian cuisine at Fragrance Restaurant or enjoy buffet dinners at Cafe on Air. The open-air setting of the Champagne Bar is perfect for post-dinner gatherings.
Customize Your Journey for a Freestyle Cruise Experience
Enjoy the freedom to choose from a variety of activities during your cruise. With no fixed schedule, everything feels more relaxed. Watch the sunrise or sunset with your loved ones, swim in the pool, or dance the night away — the choice is entirely yours.
[Departure Dates] Departures every Friday
■ January 3 & 17, 2020
■ February 14 & 21, 2020
■ Tour Fare: NT$ 4,000 per person [DB-DE Inside Cabin (Floors 4–8)]
■ Tour Fare: NT$ 4,000 per person [DA Deluxe Inside Cabin (Floors 9–10)]
■ Tour Fare: NT$ 5,300 per person [CF-CH Porthole Ocean View Cabin (Floors 4–5), Ocean View Window Cabin (Floors 8–10)]
■ Tour Fare: NT$ 5,300 per person [CB-CD Ocean View Window Cabin (Floors 5–7) (Floor 7 – Facing Jogging Track)]
■ Tour Fare: NT$ 6,500 per person [CA Deluxe Ocean View Window Cabin (Floors 9–10)]
■ Tour Fare: NT$ 9,200 per person [BA Balcony Ocean View Cabin (Floor 8)]
[Peak Date Supplements]
For peak dates (Friday, January 31 & February 28, 2020), an additional NT$4,500 per person applies
[Departure Dates] Departures every Sunday
■ December 22 & 29, 2019
■ January 5, 12 & 19, 2020
■ February 2, 9, 16 & 23, 2020
■ March 1, 8, 22 & 29, 2020
■ Tour Fare: NT$3,650 per person [DB-DE Inside Cabin (Floors 4–8)]
■ Tour Cost: NT$3,650 per person [DA Deluxe Interior Room (Floors 9.10)]
■ Tour Cost: NT$4,850 per person [CF-CH Bay Window Sea View Room (Floors 4.5), Sea View Window Room (Floors 8.9.10)]
■ Tour Cost: NT$4,850 per person [CB-CD Sea View Window Room (Floors 5.6.7) (Floor 7 – Facing jogging track)]
■ Tour Cost: NT$5,550 per person [CA Deluxe Sea View Window Room (Floors 9.10)]
■ Tour Cost: NT$7,700 per person [BA Terrace Sea View Room (Floor 8)]
[The following is included in the cost]
1. 2 nights of accommodation on board (double occupancy)
2. Access to all major free dining venues on board (Oceana Grill, Fragrance Court, Dynasty Restaurant, Voyager Restaurant)
3. Major onboard performances including magic shows and stunt shows (excluding adult-only shows)
4. Sports facilities (gym, basketball court, jogging track, golf, swimming pool, etc.)
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[The following is not included in the cost]
1. Passenger service fee + fuel surcharge + administrative fee not included, totaling NT$5,000 per person.
2. New passport application fee: NT$1,500 per person.
3. For infants aged 6 months to under 2 years sharing a room with 2 adults: charged at 25% of the double occupancy rate per infant, applicable only when sharing with 2 full-paying guests as the third or fourth occupant. Please pay to the travel agency upon booking.
4. Guaranteed single occupancy: solo travelers must pay an additional 150% cabin surcharge. Room sharing is not available for this option.
5. Service fee for Star Pisces cruise is as follows: NT$840 per person for rooms below terrace level, NT$1,060 per person for suites. (Please pay at the 7F reception before disembarkation. Exempt for children under 2. Subject to cruise line announcements.)
6. The following are not included: purely personal expenses, fees for visa and travel document processing, certification costs, and any other services or fees not mentioned above.
[Booking Notes]
1. Double bed size: 193cm (L) x 156cm (W), single bed size: 196cm (L) x 84cm (W), double sofa bed size (except AB): 165cm (L) x 137cm (W), single sofa bed size: 178cm (L) x 84cm (W) (unit: cm).
2. Check-in procedures will begin 30 minutes before departure time.
3. During the period when the ship sails around the waters of Yonaguni Island on the return journey, passenger embarkation or disembarkation will not be arranged.
4. Prices are quoted in NTD and apply only to those holding Republic of China passports or foreigners with a valid Taiwan work permit.
5. The 30-day/45-day early bird special offers and all other promotional packages cannot be combined with this offer. Limited availability for discounted cabins—please book early.
6. Star Cruises reserves the right to cancel or modify the scheduled itinerary, timing, vessel, or adjust prices due to force majeure or severe weather conditions without prior notice.
7. The above itinerary and prices are valid from now until further notice. Local times in Japan are shown in parentheses.
8. Departure and arrival times at ports may be slightly adjusted based on actual sailing schedules. No advance notice will be given for itinerary changes.
9. Passengers must provide valid passports and related documents to their travel agency at least 7 days prior to departure for booking purposes.
10. All passengers joining Star Cruises’ Star Pisces voyages must hold a valid passport (with at least 6 months validity remaining) to depart.
11. Pregnant women must present a doctor’s certificate confirming fitness to travel. Pregnant women at 24 weeks or more (including 24 weeks) are not allowed to board.
12. Infants under 6 months old and individuals aged 90 or above (based on departure date) are not allowed to board the cruise.
13. Passengers with diabetes or undergoing dialysis must bring their own needles or peritoneal dialysis equipment and other special medications for the trip. Those with other chronic illnesses must inform us during booking and provide an English version of the doctor’s diagnosis, the quantity of medications being brought, and complete Star Cruises’ Medical Declaration Form before boarding.
14. Passengers with “Sleep Apnea Syndrome” must obtain consent from the cruise line before making a reservation. If a reservation is made without prior notice and it is later confirmed that the passenger cannot board, the change/cancellation policy will apply.
If Party A fails to proactively inform or provide the necessary documents to Party B in a timely manner:
(a) All resulting change or cancellation fees shall be borne entirely by the passenger, and no refund can be requested from Party B.
(b) If the passenger’s health condition is still unclear on the day of boarding, Star Cruises reserves the absolute right to deny boarding without refund.
13. Foreign nationals participating in the Ishigaki or Naha voyages must have a valid Japanese visa or confirm whether they are eligible for visa exemption. The company is not responsible for any denial of entry to a country due to personal reasons or visa and passport issues.
14. Passengers must present their Star Cruises booking confirmation and valid travel documents to exchange for their cruise card on the day of boarding.
15. For the safety of passengers, those with disabilities, visual impairments, or hearing impairments are requested to inform their booking travel agency in advance so that Star Cruises can provide special assistance.
16. After booking confirmation, if a booking is cancelled, the following fees will apply; if booking details are modified, a handling fee of NT$400 per person per item will be charged.
17. Bringing instant noodles (with soup), curry cubes, meat-containing biscuits, pet food (for dogs or cats), as well as plants and plant products such as fruits, vegetables, and flowers back into the country is prohibited. Penalties may be imposed if such items are found at the port.
18. Bringing pets or alcoholic beverages on board is prohibited.
19. If a voyage has ended or there are other legitimate reasons, and a passenger, upon request by Star Cruises, refuses to disembark without valid reason, they may be suspected of violating Article 306 of the Criminal Law. Legal penalties may include imprisonment of up to one year, criminal detention, or a fine of up to NT$300.
[Booking Change Fee Rules]
1. Change items: cabin downgrade, change of departure sailing date, passenger swap (not a full cabin swap), room rearrangement. The fee for all the above is NT$600 per person.
2. Changing the departure date within 7 days before departure will incur 100% of the cabin cancellation fee.
3. A full cabin passenger swap is considered a cancellation of the booking, and fees will be charged according to the cancellation rules below.
[Booking Cancellation Fee Rules] (per person)
1. Cancellation made 46 days or more before departure: 10% of the cabin fare
2. Cancellation made 45–15 days before departure: 30% of the cabin fare
3. Cancellation made 14–8 days before departure: 50% of the cabin fare
4. Cancellation made 7–1 day before departure: 100% of the cabin fare
5. Cancellation made on the departure day or during peak season, or failure to show up: 100% of the cabin fare
[Sailing Schedule]
* During the time when the cruise is docked in the waters near Yonaguni Island, no embarkation or disembarkation for passengers will be arranged.
* Check-in procedures will begin 30 minutes before the boarding time.
[Itinerary Details]
Day 1: Keelung Dong Er Wharf (No. 1, Zhongzheng Road, Keelung)
[Boarding Time: 12:00–13:00 to collect boarding pass and board the ship; 15:30 gate closure; 17:00 departure]
Board Star Cruises’ SuperStar Aquarius and experience a colorful cruise journey. If the weather permits today, a BBQ party will be held on the deck to celebrate the departure—don’t miss it. There will also be exciting entertainment performances in the evening. Follow Star Cruises’ guide and start planning your amazing onboard experience now !
※Check-in may take some time, so please be patient and keep a pleasant mood.
※Please follow the instructions of our staff to ensure you have a wonderful cruise experience.
Breakfast: X.
Lunch: X.
Dinner: Onboard.
Late-night snack: Onboard.
Accommodation: SuperStar Aquarius optional cabin or equivalent.
Day 2: Free Day in Ishigaki Island
[Arrival Time: 09:00 (10:00), Departure Time: 19:00 (20:00)]
After clearing customs today, you are free to explore on your own or join the following optional activities:
First, visit the “Folklore Village” to discover traditional Ryukyu culture, experience the unique 400-year-old weaving art of the Yaeyama Islands, and view traditional Okinawan fisherman and farmer houses. You can also get up close with friendly squirrels and ring-tailed lemurs unafraid of visitors.
Next, head to the famous “Banna Observation Deck” for a panoramic view of Ishigaki City and distant sights of the Yaeyama Islands including Iriomote Island, Kohama Island, Taketomi Island, Irabu Island, and Hateruma Island.
Then proceed to the renowned “Kanbira Bay,” one of only eight nationally designated scenic spots in Japan. Its emerald waters sparkle with vibrant colors under the sunlight. The renowned Japanese artist Taro Okamoto once described Kanbira Bay as “like a painting.” Stroll along the charming white sandy beach, and gaze out at the mirror-like water reflecting several green gem-like reefs, transporting you into a dreamlike scene. You can also opt to take a glass-bottom boat ride to view coral reefs and tropical fish. Finally, shop at the “supermarket” and return to the beautiful SuperStar Aquarius with your souvenirs.
Breakfast: Onboard.
Lunch: X.
Dinner: Onboard.
Late-night snack: Onboard.
Accommodation: SuperStar Aquarius optional cabin or equivalent.
Day 3: Keelung [Return Time: 08:00]
Enjoy the remaining fun time onboard SuperStar Aquarius. Take a relaxing stroll on the deck or listen to the romantic melodies played by the ship’s performers. The Entertainment Team has prepared a variety of fun activities—be sure to join them on time. Don’t miss out on the various Star Cruises souvenir items either.
After lunch, pack up and bid farewell to this exciting and enriching two-day SuperStar Aquarius holiday.
※Please collect your passport according to the Star Navigator schedule and wait for disembarkation.
※Check-out may take some time, so please be patient and keep a pleasant mood.
※Please follow the instructions of our staff to ensure you have a wonderful cruise experience.
Breakfast: Onboard.
Lunch: Onboard.
Dinner: X.
Accommodation: Your cozy home.
[Registration Website]
Star Cruises SuperStar Aquarius ~ Breathtaking Ishigaki Island 3D2N (Departures on Friday & Sunday)
[Registration Instructions]
In the event of force majeure factors such as fog, typhoons, etc., which prevent normal round trips, travelers will be responsible for any incurred lodging expenses. In special circumstances such as during conferences, local Golden Week holidays, traffic congestion, or changes in transportation or flight schedules, the tour operator reserves the right to modify the itinerary and adjust the sequence of hotel stays.