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Mount Fuji with Cherry Blossom (sakura), view from Lake Kawaguchiko, Japan
Land, Rail and Coastal Cruise

Japan's Golden Route and Coastal Discovery

2025

Coastal Cruise

Japan's Golden Route and Coastal Discovery

Japan's Golden Route and Coastal Discovery

Embark on a discovery of authentic Japan. Discover the stunning coastline aboard the Heritage Explorer expedition ship and experience the thrill of a high-speed bullet train. Explore traditional street food, a Japanese tea ceremony and historic temples.

18 day Coastal Cruise

Itinerary

18 days / 17 night Coastal Cruise

Day 1

Arrive Tokyo

Insider Experiences

Day 2

Tokyo

Day 3

Tokyo, Hakone, Tokyo

Day 4

Tokyo, Kyoto

Day 5

Kyoto

Insider Experiences

Day 6

Kyoto, Nara, Kyoto

Day 7

Kyoto, Osaka, Embark Ship

Insider Experiences

Day 8

Takamatsu

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Day 9

Okayama

Day 10

Hiroshima, Miyajima Island

Day 11

Uwajima

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Day 12

Yakushima Island

Day 13

Nagasaki

Day 14

Hagi

Day 15

Ulsan, Busan

Day 16

Matsue

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Day 17

Kanazawa

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Day 18

Kanazawa, Disembark Ship, Tokyo

Cruise
Coach/Vehicle
Rail

Trip Inclusions

Discover the inclusions provided on your tour, ensuring a stress-free journey where every detail is taken care of.

11 nights aboard the Heritage Adventurer
Six nights premium accommodation
44 meals – 17 breakfasts, 15 lunches and 12 dinners
Explore 16 towns, villages and cities
Services of a Travelmarvel Cruise Director, expedition team and local guides
Spend time in Hakone, and soak up the views of Japan’s sacred mountain Mount Fuji
Journey by high-speed Shinkansen bullet train watching the passing scenery
Partake in a Japanese Tea Ceremony, a traditional ritual of preparing and serving matcha tea

Tour Highlights

These are carefully crafted experiences designed to take your holiday from amazing to extraordinary.

Close up of woman enjoying freshly served traditional Japanese seafood donburi with chopsticks in a restaurant
toasting with japanese sake and izakaya popular plates

Welcome Dinner

Enjoy a Welcome Dinner at a local Japanese restaurant and get to know your fellow travellers.

What's On Board

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Cruise Aboard Heritage Adventurer

Embark on a breathtaking adventure along Japan and Australia's Kimberley coast while enjoying comfortable accommodation, delicious dining experiences and incredible shore discoveries. With a fleet of 14 Zodiacs on board, all guests are able to maximise their expedition adventure with personalised expedition experiences.

Frequently Asked Questions

Trip Notes

  • Itinerary, inclusions and pricing are subject to change 

  • Double bedding cannot be guaranteed in hotel accommodation 

  • Some hotels include shower over bath only 

  • Moderate Zodiac Activity – This expedition cruise uses Zodiacs for some excursions 

  • Our experience of gardens, their flora, and other aspects of nature, is subject to weather conditions and seasonality, which may vary

  • Prices includes airport transfers, port charges and park fees 

  • Prices are for land/cruise/rail only. Flights not included unless specified 

APT/TM - APT Travel Group
APT/TM - Australian Pacific Holdings
APT/TM - OneTomorrow