Megan Kline

Paint By Destination

10. Oct 24 - Nov 7 | Japan Cruise Workshop (2027)

Oct 24, 2027 to Nov 7, 2027
Japan

Cruise and paint Japan October 24 - November 7, 2027 on a watercolor workshop cruise with instructor Marni Maree

In partnership with Silversea Cruises, this unique Japan watercolor cruise combines scenic cruising, cultural immersion, and private watercolor instruction during the height of Japan’s beautiful fall foliage season. From peaceful temples and lantern-lit streets to colorful mountain landscapes and coastal villages, guests will enjoy endless inspiration for travel sketching and painting both onboard and ashore.

*This workshop is beginner friendly and will involve travel sketching.

Deposit & Final Payment:

To secure your spot on the workshop, the deposit is split into two parts:

  1. Workshop & Planning Deposit: A deposit of $1,950 is due at checkout to secure your space onboard. $750.00 of this is immediately nonrefundable. The remaining balance is fully refundable until May 27, 2027.
  2. Cruise Deposit: Once you've completed the registration form and Payment Authorization Form, we will submit a required 15% deposit directly to the cruise line to secure your cabin. This will be 15% of your base cruise fare, deducted from the total costs listed below and tracked via invoices for your convenience.

Why two parts? This approach avoids unnecessary credit card fees and offers better price transparency.

Cancellation Policy:

 

All payments are fully refundable until May 27, 2027, with the exception of the $750 nonrefundable deposit. Cancellations of the workshop after January 24, 2027 will incur a $600 cancellation fee.

Final payment deadlines will be outlined in your Silversea and Paint By Destination Terms & Conditions.

 

What's Included:

  • 5 half-day (avg. ~3 hr/day) watercolor workshops led by professional instructor, Marni Maree
  • 14-nights luxury accommodation onboard an all-suite ship with butler service
  • Art of the Japanese Brush Experienc in Hiroshima
  • Art of Gold Leaf Experience in Kanazawa
  • Miyako Geo Park Excursion
  • All onboard meals and premium dining experiences
  • Unlimited wines and spirits
  • Onboard gratuities and daily wifi
  • Private welcome reception
  • Additional complimentary shipboard credit

What's Not Included:

  • Flights
  • Art supplies
  • Travel Insurance (required)
  • Additional excursions not mentioned
  • Additional alcohol, meals and food not mentioned
  • Any additional and optional activities
  • Airport transfers to and from the designated ports

About The Cruise Line

Silversea Cruises offers an ultra-luxury small-ship experience, allowing guests to explore Japan in an intimate and refined setting. Our home for this watercolor workshop is the elegant Silver Moon, a luxurious all-suite ship designed for immersive travel and personalized comfort. With spacious oceanview suites, elevated dining experiences, and beautifully designed public spaces, Silver Moon provides the perfect atmosphere for creativity, relaxation, and artistic inspiration while sailing through some of the most spectacular scenery in the world.

Known for its exceptional service and nearly 1:1 guest-to-crew ratio, Silversea delivers a highly personalized onboard experience, from attentive butler service to thoughtfully curated excursions and warm hospitality throughout the voyage. It’s a sophisticated yet welcoming way to experience Japan, combining luxury travel with the beauty and inspiration of painting at sea.

Click here to view the Deck Plan.

About The Watercolor Workshop

Watercolor workshops will be half-day sessions, for up to three hours per day. These are not full day workshops. Instruction will take place onboard in a dedicated classroom space. These workshops are designed to compliment the travel experience, not take over the day. There will be no painting or instruction during the guided excursions, as our sessions will be scheduled before or after.

About Us | Paint By Destination

Paint By Destination hosts luxury watercolor workshop retreats on small-ship cruises and in beautiful destinations around the world. As an affiliate of Departure Lounge and a Virtuoso Agency, we offer our guests exclusive perks, elevated service, and insider access. Each experience is designed for artists and travelers alike, combining expert watercolor instruction with immersive itineraries, luxury accommodations, and personalized support every step of the way. Your host and organizer, Megan Kline, is a Virtuoso Voyages Host.

Available Packages

Classic Veranda Suite
Available until May 27, 2027

$10,912.00
Deposit: $750.00 per room

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Classic Veranda Suite 

The Deluxe Veranda Suite offers a comfortable living space, close to the heart of the ship. With its preferred midship location and all the comfort and attention to detail that you can expect aboard, the Deluxe Veranda Suite is the savvy traveler’s paradise—both inside and out. Elegant decor, a stunning bathroom, and an ample seating area make this a cozy home away from home. But perhaps this suite’s finest asset lies just outside, as floor-to-ceiling glass doors open onto a private veranda, making every sunset feel as if it is yours alone.

 

Japan Watercolor Workshop Cruise includes:

  • 5 half-day (avg. ~3 hr/day) watercolor workshops led by professional instructor, Marni Maree
  • 14-nights luxury accommodation onboard an all-suite ship with butler service
  • Art of the Japanese Brush Experienc in Hiroshima
  • Art of Gold Leaf Experience in Kanazawa
  • Miyako Geo Park Excursion
  • All onboard meals and premium dining experiences
  • Unlimited wines and spirits
  • Onboard gratuities and daily wifi
  • Private welcome reception
  • Additional complimentary shipboard credit

Japan Watercolor Workshop Cruise DOES NOT Include:

  • Flights
  • Art supplies
  • Travel Insurance (required)
  • Additional excursions not mentioned
  • Additional alcohol, meals and food not mentioned
  • Any additional and optional activities
  • Airport transportation to and from ports

Superior Veranda Suite
Available until May 27, 2027

$11,362.00
Deposit: $750.00 per room

Book now (5 left)

Superior Veranda Suite 

Located on the upper deck and offering spectacular sunset views, the Superior Veranda Suite has all the comforts and luxury that you can expect aboard. A comfortable living space, attention to detail, and a generous expanse of amenities, this stunning suite makes for a cozy home while at sea. But perhaps this suite’s finest asset lies just outside, as floor-to-ceiling glass doors open onto a private veranda, making every sunset feel as if it is yours alone.

 

Japan Watercolor Workshop Cruise includes:

  • 5 half-day (avg. ~3 hr/day) watercolor workshops led by professional instructor, Marni Maree
  • 14-nights luxury accommodation onboard an all-suite ship with butler service
  • Art of the Japanese Brush Experienc in Hiroshima
  • Art of Gold Leaf Experience in Kanazawa
  • Miyako Geo Park Excursion
  • All onboard meals and premium dining experiences
  • Unlimited wines and spirits
  • Onboard gratuities and daily wifi
  • Private welcome reception
  • Additional complimentary shipboard credit

Japan Watercolor Workshop Cruise DOES NOT Include:

  • Flights
  • Art supplies
  • Travel Insurance (required)
  • Additional excursions not mentioned
  • Additional alcohol, meals and food not mentioned
  • Any additional and optional activities
  • Airport transportation to and from ports

Deluxe Veranda Suite
Available until May 27, 2027

$11,762.00
Deposit: $750.00 per room

Book now (5 left)

Deluxe Veranda Suite 

The Deluxe Veranda Suite offers a comfortable living space, close to the heart of the ship. With its preferred midship location and all the comfort and attention to detail that you can expect aboard, the Deluxe Veranda Suite is the savvy traveler’s paradise—both inside and out. Elegant decor, a stunning bathroom, and an ample seating area make this a cozy home away from home. But perhaps this suite’s finest asset lies just outside, as floor-to-ceiling glass doors open onto a private veranda, making every sunset feel as if it is yours alone.

 

Japan Watercolor Workshop Cruise includes:

  • 5 half-day (avg. ~3 hr/day) watercolor workshops led by professional instructor, Marni Maree
  • 14-nights luxury accommodation onboard an all-suite ship with butler service
  • Art of the Japanese Brush Experienc in Hiroshima
  • Art of Gold Leaf Experience in Kanazawa
  • Miyako Geo Park Excursion
  • All onboard meals and premium dining experiences
  • Unlimited wines and spirits
  • Onboard gratuities and daily wifi
  • Private welcome reception
  • Additional complimentary shipboard credit

Japan Watercolor Workshop Cruise DOES NOT Include:

  • Flights
  • Art supplies
  • Travel Insurance (required)
  • Additional excursions not mentioned
  • Additional alcohol, meals and food not mentioned
  • Any additional and optional activities
  • Airport transportation to and from ports

Extra options

Workshop Fee (Select if you’re painting)
Available until May 26, 2027

$1,200.00
Deposit: $1,200.00

**IMPORTANT NOTE: If you are joining as a painter, you must select this add-on. Please indicate the number of painters in your group at checkout.
 

This fee covers participation in the onboard and on-location watercolor workshop and includes:

  • Professional instruction and guidance from the artist

  • All planning and logistical coordination

  • Required local permits and painting licenses in ports and cities

  • Support staff and on-site coordination throughout the workshop

  • Access to designated painting areas, both onboard and ashore and more

This ensures a seamless, fully-supported painting experience in every destination.