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Circumnavigation of Japan: Sacred Isles & Northern Shores

15 days
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Start and end in Osaka
4.4 (47 reviews)
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City & Culture
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 10 - 50
Ages 18+
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Osaka

    Osaka

    Included Activities

    • Board Scenic Eclipse II and explore your luxurious suite
    • Champagne reception
    • Evening entertainment

    Optional Activities

    • Various culinary experiences (dining venues available on board)
    Landmarks
    Osaka Castle
    Itinerary Image 1
  3. Day 2

    Matsuyama

    Matsuyama
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Koko's Asian Fusion)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Matsuyama Castle
    • Explore Dogo Onsen hot spring bathhouse

    Optional Activities

    • Dining at Sushi & Sake Bar @ Koko's
    • Dining at Night Market @ Koko's+
    Landmarks
    Matsuyama Castle
    Dogo Onsen
  4. Day 3

    Hofu

    Hofu
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Visit Hofu Tenmangu Shrine
    • Explore Mori Garden
    Landmarks
    Hofu Tenmangu Shrine
    Mori Garden
  5. Day 4

    Hofu to Busan

    Hofu to Busan
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Visit Jagalchi Fish Market
    • Explore Gamcheon Culture Village
    • Visit Haedong Yonggungsa Temple
    • Visit Beomeosa Temple

    Optional Activities

    • Cocktails at Scenic Lounge Bar
    • Dinner at Elements
    Landmarks
    Jagalchi Fish Market
    Gamcheon Culture Village
    Haedong Yonggungsa Temple
    Beomeosa Temple
    Itinerary Image 1
  6. Day 5

    Oki Islands

    Oki Islands
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Explore Oki Islands UNESCO World Heritage Global Geopark
    • View Matengai Cliff

    Optional Activities

    • Visit remote fishing communities
    • Experience traditional bullfighting
    Landmarks
    Matengai Cliff
    Oki Islands
  7. Day 6

    Miyazu

    Miyazu
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Visit Amanohashidate sandbar
    • Explore Ine fishing village and funaya boathouses
    Landmarks
    Amanohashidate
    Ine Village
  8. Day 7

    Toyama

    Toyama
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Explore Toyama city and castle park
    • Visit Gokayama district and gassho-zukuri farmhouses
    Landmarks
    Tateyama Mountain Range
    Gokayama District
  9. Day 8

    Niigata

    Niigata
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Explore historic port quarter
    • Visit sake breweries

    Optional Activities

    • Fine dining at Lumière+ with Champagne pairings
    Landmarks
    Niigata Port
  10. Day 9

    Akita

    Akita
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Visit Kubota Castle and parkland
    • Explore Akita's sake brewing traditions

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Lake Tazawa
    Landmarks
    Kubota Castle
    Lake Tazawa
  11. Day 10

    Akita to Hakodate

    Akita to Hakodate
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Explore Motomachi district
    • Visit Fort Goryokaku
    • View Mount Hakodate panorama
    • Explore waterfront morning market

    Optional Activities

    • Visit open bridge on Deck 7 to meet Captain and navigational team
    Landmarks
    Fort Goryokaku
    Mount Hakodate
    Motomachi District
  12. Day 11

    Hakodate to Sendai

    Hakodate to Sendai
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Visit Zuihoden Mausoleum
    • Explore Aoba Castle ruins
    • Stroll Jozenji-dori avenue

    Optional Activities

    • Sample gyu-tan and local cuisine
    Landmarks
    Zuihoden Mausoleum
    Aoba Castle
    Jozenji-dori
  13. Day 12

    Oarai

    Oarai
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Visit Kairakuen Garden
    • Explore Nakaminato Fish Market
    • Visit Oarai Isosaki Shrine

    Optional Activities

    • Dinner at Elements
    Landmarks
    Kairakuen Garden
    Nakaminato Fish Market
    Oarai Isosaki Shrine
  14. Day 13

    Tokyo

    Tokyo
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Visit Meiji Jingu Shrine
    • Explore Imperial Palace Gardens
    • Visit Senso-ji Temple and Nakamise-dori market

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Shibuya, Shinjuku and Akihabara
    • Discover Yanaka, Omotesando and Asakusa neighbourhoods
    • Fine dining experiences
    Landmarks
    Meiji Jingu Shrine
    Imperial Palace Gardens
    Senso-ji Temple
    Shibuya Crossing
    Shinjuku
    Itinerary Image 1Itinerary Image 2Itinerary Image 3
  15. Day 14

    Toba

    Toba
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Visit Ise Grand Shrine
    • Explore Mount Asama and pilgrimage trails

    Optional Activities

    • Visit pearl cultivation sites and Ago Bay
    • Learn about ama diving tradition
    • Dinner at Lumière+ with Champagne pairings
    • Dinner at Night Market @ Koko's+
    Landmarks
    Ise Grand Shrine
    Ago Bay
    Mount Asama
  16. Day 15

    Osaka

    Osaka
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Final breakfast at Yacht Club or in-suite coffee service
    Landmarks
    Osaka Castle

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Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours Ship

  • Scenic Eclipse II
    Scenic Eclipse II
    The Scenic Eclipse II, the sister ship of the Scenic Eclipse I, launches in 2023. Eclipse II continues to take ocean cruising to a whole new… Read more
    Capacity
    228
    Built
    2023
    Guests
    Crew
    176
    Length
    168 m / 551 ft
    Width
    Suites
    Staterooms
    Registry
    Gross Tonnage
    22498 gt
    Electricity
    Beam
    22 m / 72 ft
    Cruising Speed
    17 kn / 31 km/h / 20 mph
    Generators
    Engines
    Draft
    Cabin
    114
    Deck
    10
    Deck with Cabins

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    We had a wonderful time on the cruise. The ship is lovely and food and drinks were delicious and plentiful. On board...
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  • Jared5.0•February 2020
    Our voyage on Scenic Spirit exceeded our expectations. It was an amazing experience!
  • Michelle5.0•December 2019
    Absolutely top notch all the way. Totally exceeded our expectations!

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  • 2 local currencies

    You’ll encounter Yen in Japan, Won in South Korea.

  • Plug types A, B, C, F

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