6 Nt Luxury Kyoto, Osaka & Tokyo Cultural Tour & Essence of Japan Voyage cruise

Itinerary

• Day 1-2 - Flight departs
  Say goodbye to your current destination, for it’s time to head somewhere new! Flight information will be available closer to your embarkation date, but this will be when you’re hopping on a plane to continue your adventure – be that travelling somewhere new, or heading home.
• Day 2-5 - Kyoto Hotel Stay - 3 Nights
  Formerly the capital of Japan, Kyoto is a city steeped in rich history, fascinating culture, and stunning sightseeing opportunities you won’t want to miss. During this insightful tour of Japan, you’ll be invited to spend some time in Kyoto with a hotel stay. While here, you’ll be met with fascinating histories, impressive landmarks, indulgent cuisine, and the chance to learn much more about Japan’s traditions, ceremonies, and culture. Every moment in Kyoto is sure to be unforgettable. Further details about your hotel accommodation will be available closer to your departure date.
• Day 3 - Kyoto - Temples, Arashiyama Bamboo Forest & Gion Walk
• Day 3 - Tea Ceremony
• Day 4 - Osaka - Full Day Osaka & Nara Tour
  Today, you’re going to have the chance to fully immerse yourself in the remarkable history and fascinating culture of both Osaka and Nara with an insightful full-day tour of both destinations. Starting in Nara with a visit to the famed Todaji Temple and Nara Park, home to one of Japan’s largest bronze Buddha statues and an incredible population of free-roaming deer, this is undoubtedly an excellent start to your day. Once you’ve had some time to admire Nara Park’s historical landmarks and interact with the friendly deer, you’ll continue on to Osaka to spend some time exploring the impressive Osaka Castle. Ending the day with a stop in the world-famous Dōtonbori District, a lively area known for its vibrant neon lights and engaging atmosphere, this tour touches on the region’s most significant landmarks while giving you a chance to experience the incredible history and charming modern culture of both Osaka and Nara. With lunch included, which will give you a chance to indulge in authentic Japanese cuisine, this is sure to be a memorable day.
• Day 5 - Bullet Train - Kyoto to Tokyo
• Day 5-8 - Tokyo Hotel Stay - 3 Nights
  For the next three nights, while you’re staying in Tokyo, you’ll have the chance to enjoy the sensational luxury of Hotel Chinzanso Tokyo: an exquisite five-star hotel set in the former mansion and gardens of Meiji Era Prime Minister Yagamata Aritomo. An oasis of elegance and stunning natural beauty in the Japanese capital city, Hotel Chinzanso Tokyo is home to vibrant gardens that boast beauty in every season – with cherry blossoms blooming in the spring, colourful foliage throughout autumn, and snow-dusted scenery when winter arrives. Every stylish room in this hotel offers you a unique perspective of these incredible gardens, while also featuring premium amenities and an elevated interior design. You’ll also find that Hotel Chinzanso Tokyo is home to a comprehensive wellness centre, with a sauna and swimming pool for unwinding in (additional charge, payable locally), and a variety of sumptuous treatments to refresh and rejuvenate. The hotel itself is located in Bunkyo, a historic and scenic district revered by academics for being part of old Edo castle town, an area that boasts an abundance of interesting sights to see and activities to engage with. You’ll also be a short distance from the heart of Tokyo, so you won’t have to travel far if you want to explore Tokyo further in your free time.
• Day 6 - Tokyo - Asakusa, Senso-ji Temple & Nakamise Shopping Street
• Day 6 - Tokyo - Cultural Activity
• Day 6 - Tokyo - Sky Tree