Wonders of Japan Cruise: Cherry Blossom Season 2023

Debbie Rawnsley

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Save Up To £1,570pp On Wonders Of Japan Cruise: Cherry Blossom Season 2023

Valid for travel 29 March – 11 April 2023

Capacity

199

Holiday Length

13 nights

Price guide

From £16,480

Holiday type

Cruise

Highlights

Wonders of Japan Cruise: Cherry Blossom Season 2023

Experience fascinating Japan during springtime with a chance to witness the country’s iconic cherry blossoms alongside a professional photographer. Spanning five islands, this all-encompassing cruise explores Japan’s culturally rich coastline with a pre-cruise stay in Osaka and included shore excursions throughout, including a visit to Hiroshima’s Peace Memorial Park, the Adachi Museum of Art and its gardens, and Kanazawa’s historic district.

Inclusions

An exclusively chartered, all-inclusive voyage led by A&K’s Expedition Team
Pre- and/or post-cruise stays at stylish, ideally located hotels and A&K-led city tours
Airport meet and greet and transfers
Private balcony with every onboard accommodation and Butler Service with every suite
Maximum personnel-to-guest Ratio of 1 to 1.3
Culinary program featuring French-inspired cuisine, including house drinks, afternoon tea and pastries
24-hour room service and breakfast in bed
Complimentary expedition parka, backpack and water bottle, and use of waterproof pants, boots and trekking poles
Zodiac excursions led by expert naturalist driver-guides
Traveller’s Valet® laundry service
All gratuities, port charges and taxes
Complimentary Wi-fi on board and in hotels
Onboard Service from an English-speaking staff, Including an accredited physician
24/7 A&K on-call support

Witness private performances by the world-renowned Kodo taiko drummers, Kabuki warriors and geishas
Immerse yourself in mesmerising Japanese gardens, perhaps visiting the Adachi Museum of Art gardens
Visit Gyeongju, South Korea, ancient dynastic capital and UNESCO World Heritage Site
Reflect on Japan’s turbulent history and witness its miraculous resurgence in Hiroshima
Enjoy fascinating onboard lectures and presentations led by our enrichment specialists on Japanese history, culture and gardens

Departure dates & details

2023
Cabin	Per person from	Special offer from
Classic stateroom	£18,050	£16,480
Deluxe stateroom	£20,015	£18,445
Premier stateroom	£20,800	£19,230
Superior stateroom	£25,510	£23,940
Prestige Suite	£29,825	£28,255
Premier 2 room suite	£37,285	£35,715
Prestige 2 room suite	£39,245	£37,675
Owner's Suite	£44,740	£43,170

Prices above are based on two people sharing. Single supplement from £13,540

Departure date

The departure dates for this Luxury Cultural Expedition are:

29 March – 11 April 2023 (14 days)

Accommodation

This departure is aboard Le Soleal

Featured Experts

Simon Rickard, Botanist

Simon is a renowned botanical guide for Botanica World Discoveries for whom he has led garden tours to the UK and continental Europe, Japan, South America and New Zealand.

Mark Edward Harris, Photo Enrichment Coach

After graduating with a master’s degree from California State University, Los Angeles, Mark’s photography career took him from doing stills for the Merv Griffin Show to assignments in more than 100 countries. His award-winning work has appeared in numerous publications, including LIFE and The New York Times, and his books include The Way of the Japanese Bath and North Korea. He is currently putting the final touches on The People of the Forest, a book about orangutans.

Pre- & post-tour extensions

Kyoto pre-tour extension – available on selected departures.

Tokyo post-tour extension – available on selected departures.

Journey details

Due to the nature of Luxury Expedition Cruises, itineraries are for guidance purposes only and may be adjusted due to unforeseen circumstances including weather, wildlife, ice, medical emergencies and other conditions beyond A&K’s control at the sole discretion of the Captain onboard.