Titan Travel Springtime in Japan Cruise & Tour

• Visit Japan during the Cherry Blossom seaons
• Stay in a traditional ryokan
• Meet the snow monkeys at Jigokudani Money Park

• Return international flights and transfers
• 5nts accommodation in hotels
• 14nts cruise on MS Westerdam
• Selected meals: 19 breakfasts, 13 lunches and 15 dinners
• 13 excursions & visits
• Services of Titan tour manager and local guide

Day 1: Fly to Kyoto
Titan’s VIP door to door service will pick you up from your home to bring you the airport for your overnight flight to Osaka, via Hong Kong

Day 2: Kyoto
Arriving in the morning, you’ll transfer to the hotel and have the rest of the afternoon free to relax.
Kyoto Tokyu Hotel****

Day 3: Kyoto
This morning, set out on a guided sightseeing tour of Kyoto, starting at Kinkakuji Temple, known as the Golden Pavilion due to the gold leaf covering its top two tiers. From here, continue to Nijo Castle where you’ll experience its famous ‘nightingale floors’ designed to make a noise to alert the inhabitants of intruders. End the morning with an invitation to experience a traditional tea ceremony. The rest of the day is at leisure.
Breakfast | Kyoto Tokyu Hotel****

Day 4: Kyoto – Yudanaka
Hop on board one of Japanese famous bullet to reach Nagano station, located in the hot spring resort of Yudanaka. Enjoy some free time for lunch before visiting Zenkoji Temple. Then, travel to the village of Kanbayashi Onsen where you’ll get to relax in the open-air hot spring baths. This evening, sit down for a delicious kaiseki meal.
Breakfast & Dinner | Kanbayashi Hotel Senjukaku***½

Day 5: Yudanaka – Tokyo
After breakfast, take a short walk to Jigokudani Monkey Park. Here you’ll be able to watch famous Japanese macaques who like to bathe in the hot springs before travelling to Tokyo this afternoon.
Breakfast | Grand Nikko Tokyo Daiba****

Day 6: Tokyo
Spend the morning exploring Tokyo, starting at the Imperial Palace, home to the Emperor of Japan before visiting Meiji-Jinhu, a grand Shinto shrine in the middle of the city. The rest of the day is at leisure to explore independently.
Breakfast | Grand Nikko Tokyo Daiba****

Day 7: Embark ship
After a late checkout from your hotel, transfer to Yokohama cruise terminal to board the MS Westerdam
Breakfast & Dinner | MS Westerdam****

Day 8: Cruise – At Sea
Enjoy a whole day to explore the facilities onboard MS Westerdam
Breakfast, lunch and dinner | MS Westerdam****

Day 9: Cruise – Osaka
Today’s port of call is Osaka. Here you can head ashore to try some of the city’s great street food or perhaps take a day cruise along the river to see the sights.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner | MS Westerdam****

Day 10: Cruise – Kochi
This ship calls at the city of Kochi on the island of Shikoku. Perhaps visit the castle, those only one in Japan with its original keep, which is also well known for its cherry blossoms.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner | MS Westerdam****

Day 11: Cruise – Hiroshima
Here you can explore art installations, wander through historic gardens or take the very to Miyajima Island to see the ‘floating’ torii gate.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner | MS Westerdam****

Day 12: Scenic Cruising Kanmon Strait
Today, the ship navigates through the Kanmon Strait which separates the islands of Honshu and Kyushu. Afterwards, it begins sailing to Busan
Breakfast, lunch and dinner | MS Westerdam****

Day 13: Cruise – Busan, South Korea
Make a side trip to South Korea today, arriving in the vibrant city of Busan. Here you can relax on the beach, go hiking or explore the city’s cultural highlights like Haedong Yonggungsa Temple.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner | MS Westerdam****

Day 14: Cruise – Sakaiminato
Today, you could explore the life and birthplace of the legendary Japanese animator Shigeru Mizuki, whose work has profoundly influenced modern Japanese culture. Or visit Black Castle which was once home to the Tokugawa dynasty.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner | MS Westerdam****

Day 15: Cruise – Tsuruga
Head ashore and learn about the town’s history with a visit to the Red Brick Warehouse. Or, visit the Kehi Jingu Shrine. Or simple relax on the beach and try some of the town’s delicious seafood offerings.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner | MS Westerdam****

Day 16: Cruise – Toyama
Toyama, meaning “rich with mountains,” lives up to its name as you approach this scenic coastal city. Admire the hundreds of cherry blossoms near Toyama Castle or maybe take the railway up Mount Tateyama for sweeping views of rural Japan—and on a clear day, even Mount Fuji.

Day 17: Cruise – Sakata
Explore the historical buildings dating from the 17^th and 18th centuries including merchant houses and warehouses. Also of interest is the Ken Domon Museum of Photography, which showcases everyday life in postwar Japan
Breakfast, lunch and dinner | MS Westerdam****

Day 18: Cruise – Aomori
Sitting at the northern tip of Honshu, Aomori is a great place for trips across the strait to Hokkaido. The area is known for its lakes and parks, including Hirosaki Park, known to have one of Japan’s most spectacular cherry blossom displays.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner | MS Westerdam****

Day 19: Cruise – Hakodate
Today the ship calls at Hakodate on the island of Hokkaido. Here you can take a cable car ride up Mount Hakodate for brilliant views of the city. Or visit Fort Goryokaku, a massive star shaped citadel, with wide canals lined with cherry trees.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner | MS Westerdam****

Day 20: Cruise – At Sea
Spend the day on board as the ship sails along the coast of Honshu towards Tokyo
Breakfast, lunch and dinner | MS Westerdam****

Day 21: Yokohama – Tokyo – UK
Disembark after breakfast and enjoy a visit to the Sankiein Gardens, renowned for its seasonal beauty. Then, head to the airport for your overnight flight back to the UK
Breakfast

Day 22: Arrive in UK
Arrive back in the UK where Titan’s door-to-door service will be waiting to take you back home.

• Tours of
  • Kyoto
  • Tokyo
• Visits to
  • Nijo Castle
  • Kinkakuji
  • Zenkoji Temple
  • Imperial Palace
  • Sensoji temple
  • Meiji Jingu Shrine
• Bullet train journey
• Jigokudani Monkey Park
• Traditional tea ceremony
• Traditional ‘keiseki’ dinner
• Visit to Sankiein Garden

• Titan’s VIP door-to-door service
• Services of an expert Titan tour manager
• Porterage services included