With close to 30 years’ experience in expedition cruising, luxury travel company Abercrombie & Kent has released 2020 dates for its alluring Wonders of Japansmall ship cruise to the Land of the Rising Sun.
The two-week voyage reveals Japan’s hidden wonders at their most authentic, painting a detailed and indelible portrait of this fascinating island nation. Rarely visited ports and wilderness areas, which are impossible to reach by larger ship, are accessed and in the company of A&K’s stellar expeditionary team of local guides as well as historical, cultural and scientific experts.
Exclusively chartered by A&K for all-inclusive cruising for no more than 199 guests, Le Soleal affords every guest a private balcony, along with meals, house drinks, gratuities and a desirable crew-to-guest ratio of 1 to 1.3.
Highlights include: bustling Osaka; culture-rich Kyoto; Gyeongju, Korea, the ancient dynastic capital and UNESCO World Heritage Site; Hiroshima, where time is spent reflecting on Japan’s turbulent history and miraculous resurgence; famous gardens, markets and castles; as well as some unique art experiences during visits to leading museums. The journey also takes in the village of Karatsu, an early trading post with a rich medieval heritage, as well as the arts centre of Kanazawa, rice paddies of Sado Island and much more.
Fascinating on-board lectures and presentations are a feature on Japanese history, art, culture, gardens, nature and culinary traditions, led by A&K’s knowledgeable enrichment specialists. Guests choose from a wide array of included shore excursions, which delve deeper into Japan’s culture, architecture, arts, history, geology, economy and natural wonders.
Tour dates: 13 – 26 June 2020
Special Offer
Book a berth in cabin categories 1 – 3 on board A&K’s 14-day Wonders of Japan itinerary and save $8,960 per couple.
Prices from $24,615 per person twin share (was $29,095).
Limited to 199 Guests.
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