Join us for this comprehensive exploration of Japan which is a marvellous balance of ancient castles, serenely beautiful gardens, opulent temples and shrines combined with beautiful natural landscapes. Like all well planned itineraries we have included some of the best known highlights, but equally will also take you to some places where relatively few foreign tourists set foot. So many of Japan’s treasures are accessible from the coast and our twelve night cruise allows you to immerse yourself in the myth and mystique of these ancient lands whilst returning each evening to the peace and comfort of the all-suite MS Island Sky.
During our voyage we will be able to see a variety of cultures, natural wonders and architectural styles. Amongst the many highlights will be our visit to Kyoto including the breathtaking Golden Pavilion, and the beautiful iconic gardens of Ritsurin and Koraku-en, both of which date back to the Edo Period. We will also discover the shrines and pagodas of Miyajima and the 17th century Matsue Castle, one of only a dozen original castles in Japan. For the natural world enthusiasts we will visit the Mount Fuji National Park and see the ancient pilgrimage trails at Kumano and, for those who prefer a historical perspective, we will visit the Peace Memorial at Hiroshima and South Korea’s World Heritage Site of Gyeongju with its abundance of archaeological sites.
All of this will be achieved with great ease in the company of just over 100 fellow, like-minded passengers. In addition, helping us understand all we will see and experience will be our expert Guest Speaker and Japanese guides who will sail with us on board the MS Island Sky and will add immeasurably to your enjoyment and understanding of this captivating country.
Island Sky
The MS Island Sky is one of our two flag ships and sister vessel to the MS Hebridean Sky. Both vessels were built in the same ship yard in Italy at similar times and share the same excellent attributes that make them two of the finest small ships in the world.
14 May Departure
Day 1 London to Tokyo, Japan.
Fly today by scheduled flight to Tokyo.
Day 2 Tokyo.
Arrive this afternoon and transfer to our hotel for an overnight stay. The remainder of the day and evening are at leisure.
Day 3 Tokyo to Kanazawa.
After breakfast in the hotel, a morning city tour will include the Meiji Shrine and Sensoji Temple. Continue to the train station to join our bullet train to Kanazawa where, on arrival, we transfer to the MS Island Sky. Enjoy welcome drinks and dinner as we moor overnight.
Day 4 Kanazawa.
Kanazawa is a thriving centre of the arts, long known for its lacquer ware, outstanding collectable pottery of the Kutani style, gold leaf workmanship, delicate hand painting of silk for kimonos and Noh theatre dramas. The narrow and winding cobblestone streets have a quaint photogenic charm with old fashioned streetlamps and wooden lattice windows hiding elegant restaurants and craft galleries. Around each bend is a traditional house, museum, art gallery, craft shop, historic samurai residence and even a geisha house to explore. The fascinating open-air market displays a vast variety of items from flowers to fish and local handicrafts. Next to the Kanazawa Castle ruins, we will visit one of Japan’s premier highlights, the famed Kenroku-en Garden, ranked among the country’s top three gardens.
Day 5 Kyoto.
From our berth in Maizuru, we drive inland to Kyoto, Japan’s former historic capital and Emperor’s home for nearly 1,000 years. Our full day tour begins with a visit to the bamboo forest before continuing to the World Heritage Site of Tenryu-ji Temple, ranked first amongst the city’s five great Zen Temples. After lunch we continue to the Kinkakuji Temple (Golden Pavilion), which was built as a retirement villa for the Shogun and converted into a Buddhist Temple after his death. Built on the edge of a tranquil pond with the second and third stories covered in gold leaf we can walk through the peaceful gardens and marvel at the reflection in the still waters. Alternatively, spend the morning at the quaint fishing village of Ine, famous for its “funaya” boat houses which line the bay. Enjoy a walk through the village and a boat tour in the bay for the picturesque views from the sea.
Day 6 Matsue.
From the port of Sakaiminato we visit Matsue, the ‘town of water,’ which nestles between a scenic lake and a large lagoon. We will visit the cultural attractions of the town including the 17th century Matsue Castle before enjoying a boat ride on the local canals. After lunch on board maybe spend the afternoon at leisure or visit the Adachi Museum of Art which is set in a beautiful natural environment and well known for both its superb Japanese gardens and its collection of contemporary Japanese paintings, comprising approximately 1,500 of the country’s most highly regarded paintings produced after the Meiji period.
Day 7 Hagi.
Hagi was a minor fishing port until Mori Terumoto fortified it in 1604 and it was Mori Samurai that helped spark off the anti-Tokugawa revolt in the mid-19th century. Today it is better known for its traditional pottery making traditions. This morning we will explore the Teramachi District with its temples and shrines, the Jokamachi District, where we find the old samurai houses and also take time to explore Hagi Castle, Shizuki Park and Tokoji Temple. Return to the vessel for lunch and this afternoon is free to relax or perhaps travel to the outskirts of the city to visit the Yoshika Taibi Memorial Museum. The museum is dedicated to a large collection of Hagiyaki pottery which was highly prized in the Edo Period as wares for tea ceremonies.
Day 8 Ulsan, South Korea.
Crossing over to South Korea we embark on a full day excursion to magnificent Gyeongju, a World Heritage Site, which is often described as the world’s finest open-air museum embracing ancient Korean history and Buddhist culture. As the ancient capital of the Shilla Dynasty, Gyeongju’s cultural heritage dates back to the first millennium. Today, as we stroll through some of the hundreds of excavated monuments, temples, tombs and pagodas, there will be time to explore the National Museum with its exceptional collection of finely worked gold jewellery, metal weapons and distinctive pottery. At lunchtime, we will sample Korean delicacies and enjoy a cultural performance of traditional dance.
Day 9 Kitakyushu, Japan.
After a morning at sea, we arrive into the city of Kitakyushu, located on the island of Kyushu. Here we will visit the Kokura Castle, which was originally built in 1602 but rebuilt in 1959 and is surrounded by a beautiful Japanese Garden. From here we will stop at the Moji Port Retro Area which is home to a number of historic buildings from the 19th century. The port was designated a special trade port due to its proximity to China and flourished with financial institutions and merchant companies. The architecture is a mix including western style buildings which always come as a bit of a surprise. There will also be the chance to visit the TOTO Museum which showcases the companies’ products, the most famous being its electronic toilets which are hard to miss when visiting Japan, and Japan’s passion and drive for electronics.
Day 10 Hiroshima & Miyajima.
Arrive this morning in Hiroshima for our visit to the compelling Peace Memorial Park. The park is dotted with memorials, including the Cenotaph which contains the names of all the known victims of the atomic bomb and the permanently lit “Flame of Peace”. Just outside the park, the Atomic Bomb Dome is a haunting reminder of the destructive forces that were unleashed on the city being one of the few original buildings to survive. In the museum we will see photos, videos and victim’s personal effects relating to the bomb. Over lunch we sail to Miyajima. Considered one of Japan’s top scenic wonders, Miyajima provides a picture postcard vista of the scarlet Torii gate, the giant camphor wood gates at the entrance to the Shinto Shrine. We will use the vessel’s Zodiacs to go ashore and explore the Itsukushima Jinja Shrine, founded in the 6th century and dedicated to three sea goddesses.
Day 11 Koraku-en & Kurashiki.
From the port of Uno-Ko we will visit one of Japan’s most famed gardens, Koraku-en, which translates as “Garden of pleasure after”. This 17th century formal garden has 28 acres of walking trails, ponds, plum and cherry trees. After a Japanese lunch in a local restaurant, we will continue to Kurashiki where we explore the old merchant quarter and its fine 17th century wooden warehouses painted white with traditional black tiles, along a canal framed with weeping willows and filled with koi. There is also a chance to visit the Ohara Museum of Art which includes rare works by Matisse, Picasso and Renoir as well as collections from Japan’s Mingei movement including ceramics by Hamada Shoji.
Day 12 Takamatsu.
Arrive this morning in Takamatsu, located on Shikoki Island on the northern shores of the Seto Inland Sea. This morning we visit the small town of Kinashi which has a rich history of producing bonsai for 250 years. We will explore the town, visit a Bonsai nursery and make our way to Ritsurin Garden, recognised as one of the most beautiful in Japan and built by feudal lords in the early Edo Period. With a backdrop against the wooded Mount Shiun, we will wander along the paths of this historic landscape garden dotted with ponds, historic trees and pavilions. Enjoy an afternoon at leisure exploring Takamatsu town.
Day 13 Kumano.
From our berth in Shingu we explore the southern part of the Kii Peninsula, known since ancient times as Kumano, which was famous as a hiding place for gods and spirits of the departed. Since then, people have come to worship at the Three Grand Shrines of Kumano and the Kumano Kodo pilgrimage routes were designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2004. Today we will visit Nachi Taisha which sits alongside the 6th century Buddhist temple Seigantoji and afterwards we can see some of the trails of the pilgrimage routes before ending at the Nachi no Taki waterfall which at 133 metres is the largest single-tiered waterfall in Japan.
Day 14 Shimizu for Mount Fuji.
With a commanding view of Mount Fuji, the Port of Shimizu is considered one of the most beautiful harbours in Japan. Our day will be spent learning more about this iconic symbol of Japan. At the Mount Fuji World Heritage Centre we will see exhibits revealing how the mountain formed and the way humans have interacted with it through the ages before enjoying the views from the observation deck. See the Fujisan Sengen shrine, originally built over 1,000 years ago to worship the spirits of Mount Fuji and provide spiritual offerings to reduce the number of volcanic eruptions. Later we visit the Nihondaira Outlook located in a national park with panoramic views of Suraga Bay and Mount Fuji. Take the aerial ropeway up the mountain to the Kunozan Toshogu shrine dedicated to Tokugawa Ieyasu who is credited with bringing peace to Japan in the 17th century after a long period of civil war.
Day 15 Yokohama.
Disembark in Yokohama this morning and explore this historic port which after the Edo Period of self-isolation grew from a small fishing village to a major city. We will visit Harbour View Park, known for its roses and views of the city and Yokohama Bay Bridge, stroll through the beautiful Sankeien Garden and see the largest China Town in Japan. After lunch in a local restaurant we transfer to Tokyo and check into our hotel for an overnight stay. The remainder of the afternoon and evening are at leisure.
Day 16 Tokyo to London.
After breakfast in the hotel we transfer to the airport for our scheduled flight to London.
26 May Departure
Day 1 London to Tokyo, Japan.
Fly today by scheduled flight to Tokyo.
Day 2 Tokyo.
Arrive this afternoon and transfer to our hotel for an overnight stay. The remainder of the day and evening are at leisure.
Day 3 Tokyo to Yokohama.
Today your morning is at leisure to relax or explore Tokyo. In the afternoon we will transfer to Yokohama and embark on the MS Island Sky. Enjoy welcome drinks and dinner this evening as we set sail.
Day 4 Shimizu for Mount Fuji.
With a commanding view of Mount Fuji, the Port of Shimizu is considered one of the most beautiful harbours in Japan. Our day will be spent learning more about this iconic symbol of Japan. At the Mount Fuji World Heritage Centre we will see exhibits revealing how the mountain formed and the way humans have interacted with it through the ages before enjoying the views from the observation deck. See the Fujisan Sengen shrine, originally built over 1,000 years ago to worship the spirits of Mount Fuji and provide spiritual offerings to reduce the number of volcanic eruptions. Later we visit the Nihondaira Outlook located in a national park with panoramic views of Suraga Bay and Mount Fuji. Take the aerial ropeway up the mountain to the Kunozan Toshogu shrine dedicated to Tokugawa Ieyasu who is credited with bringing peace to Japan in the 17th century after a long period of civil war.
Day 5 Kumano.
From our berth in Shingu we explore the southern part of the Kii Peninsula, known since ancient times as Kumano, which was famous as a hiding place for gods and spirits of the departed. Since then, people have come to worship at the Three Grand Shrines of Kumano and the Kumano Kodo pilgrimage routes were designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2004. Today we will visit Nachi Taisha which sits alongside the 6th century Buddhist temple Seigantoji and afterwards we can see some of the trails of the pilgrimage routes before ending at the Nachi no Taki waterfall which at 133 metres is the largest single-tiered waterfall in Japan.
Day 6 Takamatsu.
Arrive this morning in Takamatsu, located on Shikoki Island on the northern shores of the Seto Inland Sea. This morning we visit the small town of Kinashi which has a rich history of producing bonsai for 250 years. We will explore the town, visit a Bonsai nursery and make our way to Ritsurin Garden, recognised as one of the most beautiful in Japan and built by feudal lords in the early Edo Period. With a backdrop against the wooded Mount Shiun, we will wander along the paths of this historic landscape garden dotted with ponds, historic trees and pavilions. Enjoy an afternoon at leisure exploring Takamatsu town. We will be moored overnight for anyone wanting to go ashore for or after dinner.
Day 7 Koraku-en & Kurashiki.
From the port of Uno-Ko we will visit one of Japan’s most famed gardens, Koraku-en, which translates as “Garden of pleasure after”. This 17th century formal garden has 28 acres of walking trails, ponds, plum and cherry trees. After a Japanese lunch in a local restaurant, we will continue to Kurashiki where we explore the old merchant quarter and its fine 17th century wooden warehouses painted white with traditional black tiles, along a canal framed with weeping willows and filled with koi. There is also a chance to visit the Ohara Museum of Art which includes rare works by Matisse, Picasso and Renoir as well as collections from Japan’s Mingei movement including ceramics by Hamada Shoji.
Day 8 Hiroshima & Miyajima.
Arrive this morning in Hiroshima for our visit to the compelling Peace Memorial Park. The park is dotted with memorials, including the Cenotaph which contains the names of all the known victims of the Atomic bomb and the permanently lit “Flame of Peace”. Just outside the park, the Atomic Bomb Dome is a haunting reminder of the destructive forces that were unleashed on the city being one of the few original buildings to survive. In the museum we will see photos, videos and victim’s personal effects relating to the bomb. Over lunch we sail to Miyajima. Considered one of Japan’s top scenic wonders, Miyajima provides a picture postcard vista of the scarlet Torii gate, the giant camphor wood gates at the entrance to the Shinto Shrine. We will use the vessel’s Zodiacs to go ashore and explore the Itsukushima Jinja Shrine, founded in the 6th century and dedicated to three sea goddesses.
Day 9 Kitakyushu.
Today we arrive into the city of Kitakyushu, located on the island of Kyushu. Here we will visit Kokura Castle, which was originally built in 1602 but rebuilt in 1959 and is surrounded by a beautiful Japanese Garden. From here we will stop at the Moji Port retro area. It is home to a number of historic buildings from the 19th century. The port was designated a special trade port due to its proximity to China and flourished with financial institutions and merchant companies. The architecture is a mix including Western style buildings which always come as a bit of a surprise. There will also be the chance to visit the TOTO Museum which showcases the companies’ products, the most famous being its electronic toilets which are hard to miss when visiting Japan, and Japan’s passion and drive for electronics.
Day 10 Hagi.
Hagi was a minor fishing port until Mori Terumoto fortified it in 1604 and it was Mori Samurai that helped spark off the anti-Tokugawa revolt in the mid-19th century. Today it is better known for its traditional pottery making traditions. This morning we will explore the Teramachi District with its temples and shrines, the Jokamachi District, where we find the old samurai houses and also take time to explore Hagi Castle, Shizuki Park and Tokoji Temple. Return to the vessel for lunch and this afternoon is free to relax or perhaps travel to the outskirts of the city to visit the Yoshika Taibi Memorial Museum. The museum is dedicated to a large collection of Hagiyaki pottery which was highly prized in the Edo Period as wares for tea ceremonies.
Day 11 Ulsan, South Korea.
Crossing over to South Korea we embark on a full day excursion to magnificent Gyeongju, a World Heritage Site, which is often described as the world’s finest open-air museum embracing ancient Korean history and Buddhist culture. As the ancient capital of the Shilla Dynasty, Gyeongju cultural heritage dates back to the first millennium. Today, as we stroll through some of the hundreds of excavated monuments, temples, tombs and pagodas, there will be time to explore the National Museum with its exceptional collection of finely worked gold jewellery, metal weapons and distinctive pottery. At lunchtime, we will sample Korean delicacies and enjoy a cultural performance of traditional dance.
Day 12 Matsue, Japan.
From the port of Sakaiminato we visit Matsue, the ‘town of water,’ which nestles between a scenic lake and a large lagoon. We will visit the cultural attractions of the town including the 17th century Matsue Castle before enjoying a boat ride on the local canals. After lunch on board maybe spend the afternoon at leisure or visit the Adachi Museum of Art which is set in a beautiful natural environment and well known for both its superb Japanese gardens and its collection of contemporary Japanese paintings, comprising approximately 1,500 of the country’s most highly regarded paintings produced after the Meiji period.
Day 13 Kyoto.
From our berth in Maizuru, we drive inland to Kyoto, Japan’s former historic capital and Emperor’s home for nearly 1,000 years. Our full day tour begins with a visit to the bamboo forest before continuing to the World Heritage Site of Tenryu-ji Temple, ranked first amongst the city’s five great Zen Temples. After lunch we continue to the Kinkakuji Temple (Golden Pavilion), which was built as a retirement villa for the Shogun and converted into a Buddhist Temple after his death. Built on the edge of a tranquil pond with the second and third stories covered in gold leaf we can walk through the peaceful gardens and marvel at the reflection in the still waters. Alternatively, spend the morning at the quaint fishing village of Ine, famous for its “funaya” boat houses which line the bay. Enjoy a walk through the village and a boat tour in the bay for the picturesque views from the sea.
Day 14 Kanazawa.
Kanazawa is a thriving centre of the arts, long known for its lacquer ware, outstanding collectable pottery of the Kutani style, gold leaf workmanship, delicate hand painting of silk for kimonos and Noh theatre dramas. The narrow and winding cobblestone streets have a quaint photogenic charm with old fashioned streetlamps and wooden lattice windows hiding elegant restaurants and craft galleries. Around each bend is a traditional house, museum, art gallery, craft shop, historic samurai residence and even a geisha house to explore. The fascinating open-air market displays a vast variety of items from flowers to fish and local handicrafts. Next to the Kanazawa Castle ruins, we will visit one of Japan’s premier highlights, the famed Kenroku-en Garden, ranked among the country’s top three gardens.
Day 15 Kanazawa to Tokyo.
Disembark this morning and take the bullet train to Tokyo. On arrival we enjoy an afternoon city tour including the Meiji shrine and Sensoji Temple before we transfer to our hotel for an overnight stay. The evening is free to explore further at your own pace.
Day 16 Tokyo to London.
After breakfast in the hotel we transfer to the airport for our scheduled flight to London.
Dates and Prices
14 to 29 May 2026 | ||
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Category | Brochure Price | Special Offer Price |
Magellan Deck Standard Suites | £10495 | £9995 |
Columbus Deck Superior Suites | Fully Booked | Fully Booked |
Marco Polo Deck Premium Suites | Fully Booked | Fully Booked |
Marco Polo Deck Corner Suites | £11595 | £11095 |
Erikson Deck Deluxe Balcony Suites | Fully Booked | Fully Booked |
Explorer Deck Owner's Balcony Suite | Fully Booked | Fully Booked |
Explorer Deck Island Suite | Fully Booked | Fully Booked |
Magellan Deck Standard for sole occupancy | £12495 | £11995 |
Columbus Deck Superior for sole occupancy | Fully Booked | Fully Booked |
26 May to 10 June 2026 | ||
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Category | Brochure Price | Special Offer Price |
Magellan Deck Standard Suites | £10495 | £9995 |
Columbus Deck Superior Suites | £10895 | £10395 |
Marco Polo Deck Premium Suites | £11195 | £10695 |
Marco Polo Deck Corner Suites | £11595 | £11095 |
Erikson Deck Deluxe Balcony Suites | £12795 | £12295 |
Explorer Deck Owner's Balcony Suite | £13295 | £12795 |
Explorer Deck Island Suite | £13995 | £13495 |
Magellan Deck Standard for sole occupancy | £12495 | £11995 |
Columbus Deck Superior for sole occupancy | £12895 | £12395 |
Tour Reference Code: SCIKSJAPAN
PRICE INCLUDES: Economy class scheduled air travel • 12 nights aboard the MS Island Sky on a full board basis • House wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner • Lunch on day 15 • Two nights accommodation in Tokyo with breakfast • Noble Caledonia onboard team including Guest Speaker • Shore excursions • Gratuities • Transfers • Port taxes.
Not Included: Travel insurance, dinner on days 2 & 15.
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Deckplan
Island Sky
The MS Island Sky is one of our two flag ships and sister vessel to the MS Hebridean Sky. Both vessels were built in the same ship yard in Italy at similar times and share the same excellent attributes that make them two of the finest small ships in the world.
Skys Video Tour
Travelling with You
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Suzanne Perrin
Suzanne is an independent researcher and historian specialising in Japanese History, Art & Culture, and founded Japan Interlink in 1995 to promote the understanding of Japan in the UK.
Suzanne has lectured to a wide range of institutions including universities, museums and adult education groups in the UK and overseas. She taught Japanese History & Culture at Richmond American International University in London for over ten years, lectures for the Arts of Asia course at the Victoria & Albert Museum in London, for the London Institute Universities including the School for Oriental & African Studies, the University of Cape Town, lecture tours in South Africa, Australia and for The Arts Societies in Europe (Spain, Germany, Malta, Belgium).
Suzanne has organized exhibitions of Japanese arts and crafts including Kimono exhibitions for demonstration and display. She has published articles on Japanese culture and contemporary living for various magazines, and published her first book in 2016 titled: Bridges: Anglo-Japanese Cultural Pioneers 1945-2015. She is working on her second book on Japanese craftspeople in Kyoto, and visits Japan regularly to continue her research.
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Professor Timon Screech
After teaching the History of Japanese Art at SOAS, University of London, for 30 years, Timon Screech left the UK because of Brexit and is now Professor at the International Research Center for Japanese Studies (Nichibunken) in Kyoto. He has also taught at numerous universities including Chicago, Heidelberg, Meiji and Waseda. He is an expert on the art and culture of the Edo Period, including its international dimension, and has published some dozen books on the subject. In 2016 his field-defining overview of the Edo arts, Obtaining Images, was paper-backed. In 2020, he published Tokyo before Tokyo: Power and Magic in the Shogun's City of Edo, and The Shogun's Silver Telescope: God, Art and Money in the English Quest for Japan, 1600-1625. His work has been translated into Chinese, French, Japanese, Korean, Polish and Romanian.
Professor Timon Screech will be on the following tour dates: 26 May to 10 June 2026
Tour Extensions
- Kyoto Pre-cruise Extension for 14th May Departure
- Tokyo Post-cruise Extension for 14th May Departure
- Tokyo Pre-cruise Extension for 26th May Departure
- Kyoto Post-cruise Extension for 26th May Departure
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If you would like to spend some time in Kyoto and discover the city of Nara we are offering a three night extension.
The Itinerary
Day 1 London to Kyoto, Japan. Fly by scheduled indirect flight.
Day 2 Kyoto. Arrive today and transfer to our hotel. The remainder of the day is free to explore independently.
Day 3 Nara & Kyoto. This morning we will drive to Nara which was Japan’s capital during the 8th century. We will see the Todaji Temple and Kasuga Shrine before taking lunch in a local restaurant. Return to Kyoto for an evening at leisure. (B, L)
Day 4 Kyoto. After breakfast at the hotel discover Kyoto, Japan’s former historic capital. A morning tour will include the Kinkakuji Temple (Golden Pavilion) and the Ryoanji Temple which is the site of one of Japan’s famous rock gardens. After our visit return to the hotel and enjoy the afternoon and evening at leisure. (B)
Day 5 Kyoto to Kanazawa. Check out after breakfast and travel by train to Kanazawa. Embark the MS Island Sky and continue with the main itinerary from Day 3. (B, L)
Prices per person based on double occupancy
12 to 16 May 2026 Category Price Twin £1795 Single £2395 Price Includes: Three nights hotel accommodation in Kyoto, meals as indicated (B - Breakfast, L - Lunch), excursions, Noble Caledonia Tour Manager, gratuities, transfers.
Not Included: Travel insurance.
N.B. Those joining the Kyoto extension will spend one less night in Tokyo as part of the main cruise package. This is reflected in the price of the extension.
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If you would like to spend some additional time in Tokyo we have arranged a two night extension.
The Itinerary
Day 1 Tokyo, Japan. After breakfast in the hotel, enjoy a full day tour of Tokyo which will include time at the attractive Hamarikyu Gardens and the Tsukiji Outer Market. Following a barbeque lunch we will continue to the Nezu Museum. This private museum showcases over 7,000 objects including calligraphy, sculptures and textiles whilst outside we can stroll through the Japanese gardens. (B, L)
Day 2 Tokyo. Today is at leisure to continue exploring Tokyo. (B)
Day 3 Tokyo to London. After breakfast in the hotel we transfer to the airport for our scheduled flight to London. (B)
Prices per person based on double occupancy
29 to 31 May 2026 Category Price Twin £1095 Single £1495 Price Includes: Two nights hotel accommodation in Tokyo, meals as indicated (B - Breakfast, L - Lunch), excursions, Noble Caledonia Tour Manager, gratuities, transfers.
Not Included: Travel insurance.
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If you would like to spend some additional time in Tokyo we have arranged a two night extension.
The Itinerary
Day 1 London to Tokyo, Japan. Fly by scheduled flight.
Day 2 Tokyo. Arrive today and transfer to our hotel. The remainder of the day is free to explore independently.
Day 3 Tokyo. Enjoy a full day tour of Tokyo which will include time at the attractive Hamarikyu Gardens and the Tsukiji Outer Market where we will learn about traditional Japanese foods. After a barbeque lunch we will continue to the Nezu Museum. This private museum showcases over 7,000 objects including calligraphy, sculptures and textiles whilst outside we can stroll through the Japanese gardens. (B, L)
Day 4 Tokyo. Today is at leisure to continue exploring Tokyo. Your fellow travel companions will arrive in Tokyo today from London. Continue with the main itinerary from Day 2. (B)
Prices per person based on double occupancy
24 to 27 May 2026 Category Price Twin £1095 Single £1495 Price Includes: Two nights hotel accommodation in Tokyo, meals as indicated (B - Breakfast, L - Lunch), excursions, Noble Caledonia Tour Manager, gratuities, transfers.
Not Included: Travel insurance.
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If you would like to spend some time in Kyoto and discover the city of Nara we are offering a three night extension.
The Itinerary
Day 1 Kanazawa to Kyoto, Japan. Disembark today and take the bullet train to Kyoto. On arrival transfer to our hotel and the rest of your day is at leisure.
Day 2 Nara & Kyoto. This morning, we will drive to Nara. During the 8th century Nara was Japan’s capital for 74 years and many of the temples and shrines from this era still remain. We will see the Todaji Temple and Kasuga Shrine before taking lunch in a local restaurant. Afterwards we continue our journey to Kyoto and check into our hotel. The evening is free. (B, L)
Day 3 Kyoto. After breakfast at the hotel discover Kyoto, Japan’s former historic capital and Emperor’s home for nearly 1,000 years. A morning tour will include the Kinkakuji Temple (Golden Pavilion) and the Ryoanji Temple which is the site of one of Japan’s famous rock gardens. After our visit return to the hotel and enjoy an afternoon and evening at leisure. (B)
Day 4 Kyoto to London. Check out after breakfast and transfer to Osaka airport for our scheduled indirect flight to London. (B)
Day 5 London. Arrive today.
Prices per person based on double occupancy
9 to 13 June 2026 Category Price Twin £1595 Single £1995 Price Includes: Three nights hotel accommodation in Kyoto, meals as indicated (B - Breakfast, L - Lunch), excursions, Noble Caledonia Tour Manager, gratuities, transfers.
Not Included: Travel insurance.
N.B. Those joining the Kyoto extension will spend one less night in Tokyo as part of the main cruise package. This is reflected in the price of the extension.
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Itinerary at a glance
- Tokyo / Kushiro / Sapporo / Otaru / Asahikawa / Kyoto / Matsumoto / Jigokudani / Obuse
Islands of the East China Sea
An island hopping voyage from Hong Kong to Kobe aboard the MS Island Sky
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Itinerary at a glance
- Hong Kong / Taiwan / Penghu Islands / Taichung / Taipei / Hualien / Ishigaki / Amami Oshima / Yakushima / uUwajima / Uno-Ko / Kobe
Eternal Japan & South Korea
A voyage from Kanazawa to Kobe aboard the MS Island Sky
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Itinerary at a glance
- Tokyo / Kanazawa / Matsue / Ulsan / haeinsa/ Nagasaki / Miyanoura / Hososhima / Matsuyama / Himeji / Kobe
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