Highlights of Japan Cruise, 14 Days
Intro:
Both for first timers and returning travelers to Japan, this is a great option to go sightseeing to major cities in Japan and enjoy a cruise ride around the country. The sightseeing portions will cover more famous locations, while the cruise portion will take you to cities where are difficult to visit by Land Transportations.
Program Schedule
Tour Schedule:
Day 1 - Osaka/Kyoto
Arrive in Osaka and head to magical Kyoto, where you’ll enjoy an evening at leisure.Overnight at the Kyoto Brighton Hotel.
Day 2 - Kyoto
Today you will sightsee to some of Kyoto’s greatest attractions— including stunning 410-year-old Nijō Castle, site of two lavish palaces and several beautiful gardens,
and the unforgettable Kinkakuji Temple (Golden Pavilion).
Savor lunch at a local restaurant followed by the Heian Shrine and Kiyomizu Temple.
Dine in a traditional Japanese restaurant with a Maiko show, sure to be a highlight.
Overnight at the Kyoto Brighton Hotel. (B,L,D)
Day 3 - Kyoto/Tokyo
Head to Nara to visit the impressive Todaiji Temple (Great Buddha)and breathtaking Kasuga Taisha Shrine before boarding the famous bullet train to Tokyo
for an evening at leisure. Overnight at the Hotel New Otani Tokyo. (B,L)
Day 4 - Tokyo
This is Tokyo, one of the most thrilling cities on earth.An introductory sightseeing tour takes you to the Meiji Shrine, Sensoji Temple
and Nakamise Shopping street, followed by a drive through the iconic Ginza District.
The afternoon and evening are yours to take in even more of Tokyo’s countless attractions
at your own pace. Overnight at the Hotel New Otani Tokyo. (B)
Day5 - Tokyo
Today, you trade the bustle of Tokyo for Japan’s more serene side at pristine Lake Ashi,Mt. Fuji and Togendai. Visit the 5th station of Mt. Fuji with a scenic drive to follow.
Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before you set out into Hakone National Park,
where you?ll ride a ropeway from Sounzan station to Owakudani Station,
then visit Owakudani Valley. Travel to Togendai and complete a breathtaking day with a Lake Ashi cruise.
At your farewell dinner, classic Japanese grilled cuisine, teppanyaki, will be served.
Overnight at the Hotel New Otani Tokyo. (B,L,D)
Day6 - Tokyo/Yokohama/Embark Ship
After breakfast, visit Tokyo Skytree Tembo Deck at 1,148 feet,for a remarkable city skyline view before joining Diamond Princess. (B)
Tokyo (Yokohama), Japan Depart:5:00 PM.
Day 7 - Shimizu, Japan
Arrive:7:00 AM Depart:4:00 PM
Day8 - Kochi, Japan
Arrive:9:00 AM Depart:6:00 PM
Day 9 - Nagasaki, Japan
Arrive:2:00 PM Depart:10:00 PM
Day 10 - Busan, South Korea
Arrive:9:00 AM Depart:6:00 PM
Day 11 - At Sea
Day 12 - Hakodate, Japan
Arrive:7:00 AM Depart:11:00 PM
Day 13 - At Sea
Day 14 - Tokyo (Yokohama), Japan
Arrive:6:00 AM
Disembark in Tokyo (Yokohama).