2025 Wonders of Japan Cruise
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Monday, Mar 17, 2025 | Sunday, Mar 30, 2025 | $24,995 | Get Our Price | Get Quote |
Sunday, Mar 30, 2025 | Saturday, Apr 12, 2025 | $24,995 | Get Our Price | Get Quote |
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Tour Itinerary
Experience the wonders of Japan alongsideA&K’s award-winning Expedition Team asyou capture all the magic with help froma professional photographer. Spanningfive islands, this all-encompassing cruiseexplores Japan’s culturally rich coastline witha hotel stay in Osaka and shore excursionsthroughout, including a visit to Hiroshima’sPeace Memorial Park, the Adachi Museumof Art and its gardens, and Kanazawa’shistoric district.
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Day 1
Osaka, JapanUpon arrival, transfer to The Ritz-Carlton, Osaka, where yougather for a welcome dinner and Noh performance.Hotel: The Ritz-Carlton Osaka
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Day 2
OsakaBegin your adventure in Osaka, Japan'''s third-largest city.The day'''s excursions may include a visit to Kyoto's GoldenPavilion and an exploration of Zen Buddhism, a journey toNara revealing Japan'''s oldest temple, or a scenic drive amidUji'''s iconic cherry trees. 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 Castle. This afternoon, transferto your luxurious expedition cruiser.Hotel: Le Jacques Cartier
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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 NaoshimaIsland to tour Benesse House and a museum dedicatedto Tadao Ando'''s architecture.Hotel: Le Jacques Cartier
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Day 5
Hiroshima & MiyajimaToday, explore Hiroshima, renowned for its Atomic BombDome and Peace Park. You might arise to split your daybetween Hiroshima and Miyajima, site of the iconic ToriiGate. Alternatively, spend an immersive day in Hiroshimaand meet a storyteller of the World War II atomic bomb attack,or head to Miyajima to hike scenic Mount Misen.Hotel: Le Jacques Cartier
Meals: Breakfast Lunch Dinner -
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 exploration ofNanraku-en Garden, or a stroll down a cherry tree-lined laneto the old town.Hotel: Le Jacques Cartier
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Day 7
KaratsuThis afternoon, arrive in the port of Karatsu, once an earlytrading post between Japan and mainland Asia. Once ashore,visit Karatsu Castle, or perhaps head to the city of Imari totour its celebrated porcelain works.Hotel: Le Jacques Cartier
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Day 8
Busan & Gyeongju, South KoreaDisembark in Busan and transfer to Gyeongju, ancientcapital of the Silla Dynasty. Here, you might exploreGyeongju'''s excavated temples, tombs and pagodas, or visitthe Hyundai factory. Alternatively, stay in Busan to takein the seaside Haedong Yonggungsa Temple, the scenicoverlook from Nurimaru APEC House and the colorfulhouses of Gamcheon Culture Village. Return to the ship fora traditional music performance at the pier.Hotel: Le Jacques Cartier
Meals: Breakfast Lunch Dinner -
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 Jacques Cartier
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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 Jacques Cartier
Meals: Breakfast Lunch Dinner -
Day 11
Sado-ga-ShimaArrive amid Sado Island'''s rice paddies, bamboo groves andsurf-pounded seacoasts. Today may include an exclusiveprivate performance by the Kodo taiko drummers or toursof Hakusanmaru Exhibition Hall and Ogi Folk Museum.Hotel: Le Jacques Cartier
Meals: Breakfast Lunch Dinner -
Day 12
At SeaEnjoy a relaxing day while cruising toward Hokkaido,Japan'''s largest and northernmost island.Hotel: Le Jacques Cartier
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 nearby Sapporo'''s parks,landmarks and market. Hotel: Le Jacques Cartier
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Day 14
SapporoDisembark your vessel in Otaru and transfer to the airport inSapporo for your homebound flight.
Meals: Breakfast
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