Wonders of Japan Cruise
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Upon arrival, transfer to Sapporo Grand Hotel. This afternoon, you are transferred to your ship, docked in Otaru. Join fellow guests for an onboard welcome reception and dinner this evening.
Meals Provided : Dinner
Arrive in Otaru, a port city known for its canals, sake distilleries, architecture and views of Mount Tengu. Here, you might tour the city and visit a sake distillery. Alternately, you might spend the day discovering nearby Sapporo’s parks, landmarks and market.
Meals Provided : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Enjoy a relaxing day while cruising toward Hokkaido, Japan’s largest and northernmost island.
Meals Provided : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Arrive amid Sado Island’s rice paddies, bamboo groves and surf-pounded seacoasts. Today may include an exclusive private performance by the Kodo taiko drummers or tours of Hakusanmaru Exhibition Hall and Ogi Folk Museum.
Meals Provided : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Visit the thriving art center of Kanazawa, known for its pottery and gold-leaf workmanship. Here, you might stroll Kenrokuen Garden, wander Omicho Market and tour the Higashi Chaya-gai district’s well-preserved historic geisha houses. Alternatively, you might hike Kak...
Explore Matsue, a city renowned for its idyllic countryside. The day’s excursions may include visits to Yuushien Garden and 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 art of Japanese papermaking.
Meals Provided : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Disembark in Busan and transfer to Gyeongju, ancient capital of the Silla Dynasty. Here, you might explore Gyeongju’s excavated temples, tombs and pagodas, or visit the Hyundai factory. Alternatively, stay in Busan to take in the seaside Haedong Yonggungsa Temple, the...
This afternoon, arrive in the port of Karatsu, once an early trading post between Japan and mainland Asia. Once ashore, visit Karatsu Castle, or perhaps head to the city of Imari to tour its celebrated porcelain works.
Meals Provided : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Spend the day in Uwajima, home to Japan’s pearl industry. The day’s excursions may include a visit to a local pearl farm and the samurai-era gardens of Tensha-en, or an exploration of Nanraku-en Garden.
Meals Provided : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today, explore Hiroshima, renowned for its Atomic Bomb Dome and Peace Park. You might arise to split your day between Hiroshima and Miyajima, site of the iconic Torii Gate. Alternatively, you might spend an immersive day in Hiroshima and meet a storyteller of the World War II atom bomb attack, or head to Miyajima to hike scenic Mount Misen.
Meals Provided : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Wake up in the charming port of Takamatsu, the gateway to Shikoku Island. Your day might feature a boat ride to Shodoshima, the heart of Japan’s olive-growing industry; a visit to the gardens of Shikoku Island’s Ritsurin Park and an exploration of traditional bonsai h...
Bid farewell to your Expedition Team and transfer to Osaka. Enjoy lunch and transfer to your hotel for check in. Enjoy some time at leisure before gathering tonight for a farewell dinner.
Meals Provided : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
The day’s excursions may include a visit to the Golden Pavilion and an exploration of Zen Buddhism, a journey to Nara revealing Japan’s oldest temple, or an excursion to Byodo-in where you learn the fine art of making matcha (green tea powder.)
Meals Provided : Breakfast, Lunch
Today, you are transferred to the airport near Osaka for your homebound flight.
Meals Provided : Breakfast
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