Embark on a journey through Japan’s vibrant culture and breathtaking landscapes. From the dynamic streets of Tokyo and the tranquility of Hakone’s hot springs to historic castles, world-class museums, and stunning views of Mount Fuji, every moment promises authentic experiences and lasting memories. Enjoy expertly guided tours, comfortable accommodations, and delicious local cuisine—all designed to immerse you in the very best of Japan.

Special Notes:

•This group program has a maximum capacity 30 guests and two vehicles will be used.

•This program requires walking over uneven ground; some sites are not wheelchair accessible. Guests who require use of wheelchairs or scooters should inform us in advance so our local operator can assess suitability.

•Please advise the RSSC Reservations team when you book this program should you have any special dietary restrictions or requirements. Requests will be sent to our local ground operators for review. In Japan, dietary requests including vegetarian cannot be accommodated the day of, so please notify in advance for review.

•In general, hotel rooms in Japan are smaller than hotel rooms elsewhere around the world. Per Japanese culture, standard typical bedding is two twin beds. Although every effort will be made to obtain rooms with one bed for couples, this cannot be guaranteed. Should you require two beds, kindly make sure to advise this when booking your program.

DAY 1

Disembark the ship in Tokyo, collect your luggage and meet your guide.

Your Tokyo exploration will commence with a panoramic drive through Ginza, Tokyo's renowned upscale district celebrated for its shopping, dining, and entertainment options, as well as its numerous department stores.

Proceed to Hama Rikyu Garden, a centrally located garden in the city that features seawater ponds and a traditional tea house. Originally constructed as a feudal lord's residence and duck hunting ground during the Edo Period, the site was later used as a strolling garden and an imperial detached palace before being opened to the public in its current state. The gardens are situated against the backdrop of present-day skyscrapers, making it a unique place to visit.

Note: the grounds have some areas with steps, cobblestones, and uneven pathways.

Proceed to Odawara for lunch at a local restaurant, visit Odawara Castle, which is a three-tiered, five-story structure first built in the mid-15th century. The original building was demolished in the 19th century during the change from the Edo shogunate to the Meiji government, as the castle was seen as a symbol of samurai rule.

The current building is a reconstruction completed in 1960; the moat and stone walls are original, and the top floor functions as an observatory.

Note: There is no elevator, however there are wheelchair-accessible areas and restrooms.

Your journey continues to the Fujiya Hotel in Hakone, named in honor of Mount Fuji, an iconic symbol of Japan. Established in 1878, this distinguished resort hotel withstood numerous challenges, including natural disasters, and many of its buildings have been designated as tangible cultural properties. Guests are invited to appreciate the rich history and picturesque environment surrounding the hotel. The property features traditional Japanese hot spring baths, ideal for therapeutic relaxation, with access to the Miyanoshita hot spring, one of Hakone’s seven celebrated springs.

Enjoy dinner at the hotel.

Note: There are separate facilities for men and women, and guests with visible tattoos are requested to refrain from using the bathing areas.

DAY 2

After a restful night’s sleep, begin your day with breakfast and then meet your guide. Your first stop is at the Hakone Shrine, a 1,500-year-old spiritual site where visitors seek blessings for safe travel and family well-being.

Next, enjoy panoramic views from the Hakone Komagatake Ropeway, which transports you from the shores of Lake Ashi to the central peak in Hakone. Weather permitting, you may also have the opportunity to view the incredible Mt. Fuji.

Note: There are stairs to board the ropeway back to the station, which is not accessible.

After lunch at a local restaurant, proceed to the Venetian Glass Museum, Japan's first dedicated art museum showcasing Venetian glass where you’ll explore the garden and view beautiful glass artwork spanning the 15th to 19th centuries, as well as modern works that have been created using past techniques.

Note: Venetian Glass Museum has plenty of seating areas (inside and out) for those who need to rest between walking. There is an accessible toilet available by the main museum building but the door.

Conclude the day with your return to Tokyo and check in to a centrally located hotel, conveniently situated near many shops and restaurants. Dinner will be at your leisure.

DAY 3

After breakfast at your hotel, meet your guide and begin the day with a visit to Tokyo Tower, which functions as both an operational broadcasting tower and a location where visitors can get a dynamic view the city.

Following lunch at a local restaurant, proceed to the Tokyo National Museum, the oldest and largest national museum in Japan, which houses an extensive collection of artwork and archaeological artifacts ranging from ancient pieces dating back to 11,000 BC to works from the Edo period (early 19th century).

Note: there is a five-minute walk from the drop-off point to the museum entrance, with a few steps required to enter; however, an elevator is available within the museum.

You will then pass by the National Diet Building, where both houses of Japan’s National Diet meet. This building is noted for its architectural design and historical relevance, serving as a prominent governmental landmark in central Tokyo.

Return to your hotel in the late afternoon. The remainder of the day is at your leisure and dinner is on your own

DAY 4

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before checking out and transferring by private vehicle to either Narita or Haneda International Airports.

Your transfer time will be based on the flight details provided and relayed while you are on the program. Should you have a late departing flight, luggage storage will be available at the hotel. Guests will be required to check-out by 12:00pm at the latest.

Note: A private van or SUV will be used to transfer couples or parties of two between the airport and the hotel. Vans hold a maximum of four pieces of large luggage (total) plus one carry-on sized bag per person. A sedan will be used for solo guests, which can hold 2 large suitcases and a carry-on. If you will have more luggage, a larger vehicle may be required for additional cost. Please advise your booking agent at least 14 days before sailing if a larger vehicle is required. Transfers are with driver only.

Land Program Details Step by Step:

•Please note: The order of sites visited may vary to avoid congestion. Due to maximum group capacities at certain venues, we may need to sub divide into smaller groups. Please ensure your land program reservation is noted to indicate if you are travelling with other guests booked on the same program.

•Itineraries with the most up to date details (at the time) will be issued when you are emailed your final cruise documents 21 days prior to sailing.

•Final itineraries with the most up to date details will be provided by the Destination Services Team once you board the ship. Please review your final itinerary carefully for any amendments.

•The hotels used for your land program will be the hotels listed in this document unless you have been advised otherwise in advance of the land program start date.

•A departure transfer is not included if guests leave before the last day of the program.

DAY 1

9:30am Disembark the ship in Tokyo, meet your guide

Panoramic drive through Ginza, visit Hamarikyu Garden, lunch at a local restaurant and a visit to Odawara Castle

4:00pm Drive to Hakone

5:00pm Arrive at your hotel and check-in

Dinner at your hotel

Overnight at Fujiya Hotel or similar

DAY 2

AM Breakfast at your hotel

8:00am Meet your guide in the lobby

8:15am Depart for the Hakone Shrine, sky walk by Hakone Komagatake Ropeway

TBA Lunch at a local restaurant followed by Venetian Glass Museum

3:00pm Return to Tokyo

5:00pm Approximate arrival at your hotel and check-in

Dinner is on your own

Overnight at The Capital Tokyu or similar hotel

DAY 3

AM Breakfast at your hotel

10:00am Meet your guide in the lobby

Visit Tokyo Tower, Tokyo National Museum, and a panoramic drive around the National Diet

TBA Lunch at a local restaurant

4:00pm Return to your hotel

Afternoon at your leisure, dinner on your own

Overnight at The Capital Tokyu or similar hotel

DAY 4

Breakfast at your hotel

12:00pm Check-out time at the hotel

TBA Private transfer to either the Narita or Haneda International Airports based on your flight departure time.

Luggage storage available at the hotel should you have a later departure flight.

Extra Nights:

•All extra nights booked through the cruise line are confirmed at the same hotel used on the LAST NIGHT of your program.

•When you book extra nights through the cruise line, you will be transferred to the airport per the flight details provided. Check-out time is 12:00pm (subject to change).

•Meals other than breakfast are on your own after Day 4 of your program.

Transfers:

•All guests booking their flights independently are required to ensure the cruise line has their most up to date flight details so that transfers to the airport can be arranged. If flight details are not received 14 days before your cruise start date, transfers will not be arranged.

•Should you book any extra nights on your own or your flight is not on the last day of the program, transfers are not included.

•Should you have a late departing flight you may wish to book an extra night so that you have occupation of your room until your departure. You will be asked to vacate your room by 12:00pm. Day rooms can only be purchased directly through the hotel.

What to bring:

Comfortable, weather appropriate clothing that can be layered, umbrella or rain jacket, hat, sunscreen, camera, chargers, local currency.

*Some hotels do not provide distilled water. While we can certainly request this for you, we cannot guarantee that it will be available. If received in a timely manner, at least 95 days before sailing, requests will be sent on the final manifest that our ground operators and hotels receive. We highly recommend packing your own supply, especially on programs that travel to more remote locations in order to avoid not having it. Please keep in mind the rule for liquids in carry-on bags. Many hotels will charge for distilled water. If there is a fee, this will be added to your hotel incidental account to be paid at check-out. Fees will vary from hotel to hotel.

Local Currency:

Japanese Yen. USD is not accepted in most places

Electricity

100 Volt, Type A plug

We recommend you bring a universal travel adapter for electric devices.

Documents and Visa Requirements:

A passport that is valid for at least 6 months after travel is required.

Please check with your local embassy for any visa requirements for your nationality.

The above information is subject to change and serves as a guide only. We would like to take this opportunity to remind all of our guests that it is the ultimate and sole responsibility of the guest to ensure they meet the entry requirements for each destination.

Accommodation:

Fujiya Hotel

359 Miyanoshita, Hakone-machi, Ashigarashimo-gun, Kanagawa, 250-0404, Japan

Phone: +81-(0)460-82-2211

The Capitol Hotel Tokyu

2-10-3 Nagatacho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 100-0014 Japan

Phone: +81-(0)3- 3503-0109

*We will only source different hotels in unforeseen situations. If similar hotels are required, they will be of equal ratings and standards, and you will be notified of the change. If you are not notified of any changes before your departure, then you will be staying at the hotels listed in this program.

Program Includes for guests:

•1 night at Fujiya Hotel or similar - Forest Wing (double-double bed)

•2 nights at The Capitol Tokyu or similar hotel - Deluxe king room

•All entrances and tours per the above itinerary

•Private airport transfer

•Hospitality Desk

•3 breakfasts, 3 lunches (1 soft drink included), 1 dinner

Please Note: Guests booking their own flights (independent of the cruise line) are responsible for ensuring that the cruise line has the updated departure information, so your transfer can be arranged. If you book additional nights independently of the cruise line, a departure transfer is not provided. If we do not receive flight details a minimum of 14 days in advance, transfers will not be provided.

Program Excludes for guests:

•Gratuities for drivers and guides

•Hotel incidentals including mini bar, laundry and room service

•Any meals not mentioned above

Please note:

Land programs that encompass multiple days ashore customarily include extensive and prolonged activity, while those of shorter durations typically have more moderate activity levels. However, each program varies, and participants should be prepared to negotiate a mixture of surfaces which may include inclines, cobblestones, sand, and gravel or natural paths. There may also be a need to climb steps or stairs on occasion. Guests who utilize a wheelchair and those with mobility concerns are advised to check with the cruise line in advance to see if any portion of the tour program may not be considered suitable for their individual situation. Weather appropriate clothing; hats; sunglasses; and flat, comfortable walking shoes are generally recommended.

All land programs are capacity controlled and subject to availability. Programs falling under the minimum number of required participants are subject to cancellation. Pricing listed is also subject to change to meet unexpected cost increases for transportation, land arrangements or currency fluctuations. Once purchased, pricing is guaranteed and not subject to change. Land Programs must be purchased no later than 90 days prior to your sail date. Cancellations made within 90 days or less prior to the sail date are subject to 100% cancellation penalty. There are no refunds for unused portions of any program.

Price: $3,699 per guest based on double occupancy.

Land program promotions are per person for guests 1 and 2 for one pre- or post-cruise program only, subject to terms.