12 nights. Japan, South Korea

Day 1

tokyo (yokohama), japan

Departure: 17:00

Yokohama is the second largest city in Japan and one of the cities most accustomed to seeing foreigners. Yokohama is a modern international port city filled with sightseeing spots and an exotic atmosphere that can be traced back to its historic opening as a port. The Yokohama Landmark Tower at 296 m is one of Japan's largest buildings and the centrepiece of the Minato Mirai 21 (MM21) development. The Landmark Tower was completed in the early 1990s. There is a viewing gallery on the 69th floor - the Sky Garden, accessed by a super-fast lift, with excellent views on a clear day. Yokohama has a large number of other interesting museums and galleries, many connected with the history of the city as a port and a gateway between Japan and the world.

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Day 2

nagoya

Arrival: 09:00 - Departure: 21:00

Nagoya, Japan’s fourth-largest city, blends heavy industry with long-standing tradition. Often passed over in favour of Tokyo or Kyoto, it rewards anyone who stops here with broad boulevards, excellent museums, and noticeably smaller crowds. Historically tied to the Tokugawa shogunate, the city still reflects that legacy today: orderly, confident, and quietly refined. Start with Nagoya Castle, known for its golden shachihoko (mythical tiger-fish) perched on the roof. The rebuilt main keep and beautifully restored Honmaru Palace reveal opulent samurai-era interiors and give a clear sense of feudal power and aesthetics. Then head to the Tokugawa Art Museum, home to armour, swords, and elegant tea ceremony utensils once owned by the ruling Tokugawa family, all set beside a carefully landscaped Japanese garden. Nagoya’s spiritual centre is Atsuta Jingu, one of the most important shrines in Shinto. Wrapped in a peaceful, wooded park, it offers a calm escape from city life and a chance to witness traditional rituals and seasonal festivals. In contrast, the Osu district crackles with energy: a lively mix of old temples, vintage shops, game arcades, and manga stores that captures the feel of modern urban Japan. Food is a major draw in Nagoya, with its own distinct “Nagoya-meshi” local cuisine. Try hitsumabushi (grilled eel on rice eaten in three different ways), miso katsu (pork cutlet topped with a rich red miso sauce), and tebasaki (crisp, seasoned chicken wings). Thanks to its central location and excellent rail links, Nagoya also works well as a base for day trips to places like Inuyama, Gifu, and the Japanese Alps, making for a stay that combines history, culture, and modern comfort.

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Day 4-5

kobe, japan

Arrival: 08:00 - Departure: 04:00

Kobe (神戸, Kōbe) is the capital of Hyogo Prefecture and one of Japan's ten largest cities. Situated between the sea and the Rokko mountain range, Kobe is also regarded as one of Japan's most attractive cities. Kobe has been an important port city for many centuries. Its port was among the first to be opened to foreign trade in the 19th century, alongside the ports of Yokohama, Nagasaki, Hakodate, and Niigata. In 1995, Kobe was struck by the Great Hanshin-Awaji Earthquake, which claimed the lives of over 5,000 people and destroyed tens of thousands of buildings. Today, the city is completely rebuilt, and few signs of the terrible event remain.

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Day 5

kyoto (osaka), japan

Arrival: 07:00 - Departure: 19:00

For over a millennium, Kyoto was the capital of Japan and it's likely the best preserved of all its cities. It's a stunning, lively city where modern life intersects with old traditional Japan. The city is nestled amongst the mountains of Western Honshu and serves as an ideal base for exploring the Kansai region. The city is steeped in heritage sites and culture, boasts a wide variety and number of eateries and is relatively easy to get around. Its rich culture and heritage seep from every piece of architecture and tradition. Kyoto is home to thousands of temples and shrines, including the spectacular golden Kinkaku-ji, Ryoanji with its Zen garden, the popular Kiyomizu-dera, Sanjusangendo with its life-size statues of Kannon and the more serene Tenryu-ji in Arashiyama. Also in Arashiyama, you'll find the famous Bamboo Grove. A fantastic thing to do in Kyoto is a walking tour of Gion, one of the main Geisha districts. Its wooden buildings and lamps create the perfect atmosphere. Kyoto is one of the world's greatest historical cities, brimming with temples, shrines, teahouses and imperial residences. Kyoto is a city steeped in culture and heritage and is a must-visit for anyone with an interest in Japanese history and culture.

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Day 7

naha, okinawa, japan

Arrival: 08:00 - Departure: 20:00

Naha is the capital city of Okinawa Prefecture in Japan. It sits on the East China Sea coast in the south of Okinawa Island, the largest island in the prefecture. Naha is the main political, economic and educational centre of Okinawa. Main tourist attractions • Shuri Castle – the former seat of the Ryukyu Kingdom, built in the traditional Okinawan style. • The town of Itoman – located to the south and south‑east of Naha. • Himeyuri Peace Museum. • Okinawa Peace Park – a park with beautiful sea views and several open‑air memorials, including the Cornerstone of Peace. • Okinawa Prefectural Peace Memorial Museum. • Okinawa Peace Memorial Hall. • Okinawa World.

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Day 9

jeju island, south korea

Arrival: 07:00 - Departure: 19:00

Jeju Island is the largest island in South Korea, located in Jeju Province (Jeju Special Self-Governing Province). The island covers an area of 1,833.2 km² (707.8 sq mi), accounting for about 1.83% of South Korea’s total land area. In 2020, it had a registered population of around 670,000, the highest of any island in the country. The island sits in the Korea Strait, just south of the Korean Peninsula and the South Jeolla Province. Jeju is South Korea’s only self-governing province, meaning it’s administered by local residents rather than politicians from the mainland. Kimnyeong Beach marks the northern tip of Jeju Island, Songak Mountain its southern end, Suwolbong the western edge and Seongsan Ilchulbong the eastern point. Lying between the Yellow Sea, the East China Sea and the Sea of Japan, Jeju occupies an important economic, political and military position for South Korea. The island was formed by the eruption of an underwater volcano roughly 2 million years ago. It’s home to a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Jeju Volcanic Island and Lava Tubes. Jeju has a temperate, relatively mild climate; even in winter, temperatures rarely drop below 0 °C (32 °F). It is a hugely popular holiday destination, and a significant share of the local economy depends on tourism and activity linked to its civil and naval base.

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Day 10

kumamoto - japan

Arrival: 08:00 - Departure: 20:00

Kumamoto is the capital city of Kumamoto Prefecture on the island of Kyushu, Japan. Greater Kumamoto had a population of 1,460,000 as of the 2000 census. It is not considered part of the Fukuoka–Kitakyushu metropolitan area, despite sharing a border with it. The city was designated by government ordinance on 1 April 2012.

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Day 12

mt fuji (shimizu) - japan

Arrival: 07:00 - Departure: 18:00

Fujikawaguchiko is in the south of Yamanashi Prefecture at the foot of Mount Fuji. Four of the Fuji Five Lakes lie within the town’s boundaries, although Lake Kawaguchi is shared with neighbouring Minobu. The town borders the cities of Ōtsuki, Tsuru, Fujiyoshida, Fuefuki, Kōfu and Fujinomiya, as well as the towns of Nishikatsura, Minobu and Narusawa.

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Day 13

tokyo (yokohama), japan

Arrival: 05:30

Yokohama is the second largest city in Japan and one of the cities most accustomed to seeing foreigners. Yokohama is a modern international port city filled with sightseeing spots and an exotic atmosphere that can be traced back to its historic opening as a port. The Yokohama Landmark Tower at 296 m is one of Japan's largest buildings and the centrepiece of the Minato Mirai 21 (MM21) development. The Landmark Tower was completed in the early 1990s. There is a viewing gallery on the 69th floor - the Sky Garden, accessed by a super-fast lift, with excellent views on a clear day. Yokohama has a large number of other interesting museums and galleries, many connected with the history of the city as a port and a gateway between Japan and the world.

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