2024 Wonders of Japan Cruise
Tour Operator:
Tour Code:
00200d88-fc0
Start City:
Osaka
End City:
Sapporo
Tour Style:
Tour Quality:
Luxury
Tour Length:
14 days
Tour Capacity:
199
Dates & Prices
| Start Date | End Date | Offers | Brochure Land Price | Quote |
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| Wednesday, Mar 27, 2024 | Tuesday, Apr 09, 2024 | $23,495 | Get Our Price | Get Quote |
| Friday, Sep 20, 2024 | Thursday, Oct 03, 2024 | $23,495 | Get Our Price | Get Quote |
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Tour Itinerary
Experience the wonders of Japanalongside A&K’s award-winning ExpeditionTeam as you capture all the magic withhelp from a professional photographer.Spanning five islands, this all-encompassingcruise explores Japan’s culturally richcoastline with a pre-cruise stay in Osakaand shore excursions throughout, includinga visit to Hiroshima’s Peace Memorial Park,the Adachi Museum of Art and its gardens,and Kanazawa’s historic district.
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Day 1
Osaka, JapanUpon arrival, transfer to The Ritz-Carlton Osaka.Hotel: The Ritz-Carlton Osaka
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Day 2
OsakaBegin your adventure in Kyoto, the cultural capital of Japan.The day'''s excursions may include a visit to the GoldenPavilion and an exploration of Zen Buddhism, a journey toNara revealing Japan'''s oldest temple, or a scenic drive amidUju'''s iconic cherry trees. This evening, gather for a welcomedinner, complete with a Kabuki performance.Hotel: The Ritz-Carlton Osaka
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Day 3
OsakaEnjoy the morning at leisure in your hotel, or perhaps joina panoramic tour of Osaka'''s Dotonbori district and OsakaCastle. This afternoon, transfer to your luxuriousexpedition cruiser.Hotel: 'Le Soleal'
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Day 4
TakamatsuWake up in the charming port of Takamatsu, the gatewayto Shikoku Island. Your day might feature a boat ride toShodoshima, the heart of Japan'''s olive-growing industry;a visit to the gardens of Shikoku Island'''s Ritsurin Parkand an exploration of traditional bonsai horticulture inTakamatsu'''s Kinashi area; or a ferry ride to Naoshima Island to tour Benesse House and a museum dedicated toTadao Ando'''s architecture.Hotel: 'Le Soleal'
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Day 5
Hiroshima & MiyajimaToday, explore Hiroshima, renowned for its Atomic Bomb Dome and Peace Park. You might arise to split yourday between Hiroshima and Miyajima, site of the iconicTorii Gate. Alternatively, you might spend an immersiveday in Hiroshima and meet a storyteller of the World War IIatom bomb attack, or head to Miyajima to hike scenicMount Misen.Hotel: 'Le Soleal'
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Day 6
UwajimaSpend the day in Uwajima, home to Japan'''s pearl industry.The day'''s excursions may include a visit to a local pearl farmand the samurai-era gardens of Tensha-en, an explorationof Nanraku-en Garden or a stroll down a cherry tree-lined lane toYoshida'''s old town.Hotel: 'Le Soleal'
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Day 7
KaratsuThis afternoon, arrive in the port of Karatsu, once anearly trading post between Japan and mainland Asia.Once ashore, visit Karatsu Castle, or perhaps head to thecity of Imari to tour its celebrated porcelain works andthe Mifuneyama Rakuen garden.Hotel: 'Le Soleal'
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Day 8
Gyeongju, South KoreaDisembark in Ulsan and transfer to Gyeongju, ancientcapital of the Silla Dynasty. Today, you might exploreGyeongju'''s excavated temples, tombs and pagodas; tour theNational Museum; and enjoy a lunch of Korean delicaciesaccompanied by a traditional dance performance. A visit tothe Hyundai factory might also be arranged.Hotel: 'Le Soleal'
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Day 9
Matsue, JapanExplore Matsue, a city renowned for its idyllic countryside.The day'''s excursions may include visits to Yuushien Gardenand Matsue Castle, or a tour of the Adachi Museum of Art.Later, you might also savor a traditional lunch at a ryokan(inn) and visit Yakumo-mura village to learn about the artof Japanese papermaking.Hotel: 'Le Soleal'
Meals: Breakfast Lunch Dinner -
Day 10
KanazawaVisit the thriving art center of Kanazawa, known for itspottery and gold-leaf workmanship. Here, you might strollKenrokuen Garden, wander Omicho Market and tour theHigashi Chaya-gai district'''s well-preserved historic geishahouses. Alternatively, you might hike Kakusenkei Gorgeand soak in a soothing onsen (hot spring), visit Kanazawa'''sOumi market and cook with a local chef, or explore theShogawa River valley. This evening, enjoy an exclusivegeisha performance.Hotel: 'Le Soleal'
Meals: Breakfast Lunch Dinner -
Day 11
Sado-ga-ShimaArrive amid Sado Island'''s rice paddies, bamboo groves andsurf-pounded seacoasts. Today may include an exclusive private performance by the Kodo taiko drummers or toursof Hakusanmaru Exhibition Hall and Ogi Folk Museum.Hotel: 'Le Soleal'
Meals: Breakfast Lunch Dinner -
Day 12
At SeaEnjoy a relaxing day while cruising toward Hokkaido,Japan'''s largest and northernmost island.Hotel: 'Le Soleal'
Meals: Breakfast Lunch Dinner -
Day 13
OtaruArrive in Otaru, a port city known for its canals, sakedistilleries, architecture and views of Mount Tengu. Here,you might tour the city and visit a sake distillery.Alternately, you might spend the day discovering nearbySapporo'''s parks, landmarks and market. Hotel: 'Le Soleal'
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Day 14
SapporoDisembark your vessel in Otaru and transfer to the airportin Sapporo for your homebound flight.
Meals: Breakfast
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