ABERCROMBIE & KENT pre-cruise EXTENSION
FROM - TO
TOKYO - JAPAN
TOKYO - JAPANDURATION
4 DAYS
PRICE
FROM $6,300 *
From bustling fish markets and bonsai trees, to bubbling hot springs and bullet trains, Japan is a destination like no other. Time travel through its unique history as you learn about its ancient rituals and dine on futuristic foodie innovations. Old and new collide in an unmissable way on our tour of Tokyo and Hakone.
Top Highlights:
- Zoom into Tokyo on the famously fast Bullet Train.
- Float above volcanic landscapes on The Hakone Ropeway aerial tramway.
- Experience the traditional ritual of kimono dressing and the importance of tea ceremonies.
- Sail across sapphire waters – and spot Mt. Fuji – on Lake Ashi.
DAY
1
WELCOME TO THE EAST
TOKYO, JAPAN
Upon arrival at Narita or Haneda Airport, our staff will meet you at the CIQ exit. You will be taken to your hotel, the beautiful Conrad Tokyo, by private bus, where you can unwind after your journey for the rest of the day. Take advantage of the hotel's five-star facilities, explore the surrounding area, or relax in your elegant room - you choose how to spend your first evening in Japan.
DAY
2
VALLEYS, VIEWS & VOLCANIC WONDERS
HAKONE
Prepare for an unforgettable day ahead with a hearty hotel breakfast, then meet your guide for your onward journey to the mountainous town of Hakone, famous for its stunning views of the iconic Mt. Fuji volcano and its rejuvenating hot springs. Firstly, you will fly through the sky in a gondola, taking The Hakone Ropeway for a 30-minute ride above the glorious Owakundani Valley. Lunch at a local restaurant is next, before you climb aboard a scenic cruise ship for a tour of the calm, crystal-clear waters of Lake Ashi, a crater lake famous for its view of the red gate of Hakone-jinja Shrine, standing proud on the lake's shore. These wonderful sights will give you plenty to talk about with fellow guests over a sumptuous welcome dinner this evening at your Hakone hotel.
DAY
3
RITUALS OF REFINEMENT
TOKYO, JAPAN
After breakfast at the hotel, you will be met in the lobby by your guide to be escorted to Odawara or Atami station for an exhilarating ride back to Tokyo on the bullet train. After lunch at a local restaurant, an afternoon of traditional delights awaits you. For true immersion into Japanese life, you will be fitted for your very own kimono to wear during a tea ceremony, then be invited to participate in a bonsai class. After a busy afternoon, you will return to your hotel for an evening at your leisure - take in some of Tokyo's famous nightlife, try one of the city's many cutting-edge restaurants, or simply relax.
DAY
4
TEMPLES, MARKETS & TOWERS
TOKYO, JAPAN
Another exciting day awaits, so fuel yourself with a delicious breakfast before you meet your guide. You'll explore the serene Asakusa Senso-ji Temple before changing pace at the bustling Nakamise Shopping Street, browsing folding fans, summer kimonos and lucky cat figurines. This is the place to sample some local treats such as senbei (rice crackers) and ningyo-yaki (small sponge cakes), but don't eat too much - your next stop is the lively Tsukiji Auter Fish Market. After an informative walking tour, you'll be taken to a sushi lunch spot favored by in-the-know locals. After your fill of nigrizushi, you'll get the chance to cement the wonder of this charming city in your mind (and camera) forever from 1,092 ft atop the Tokyo Tower. The orange and white landmark, completed in 1958, is Asia's answer to the Eiffel Tower. From there, you'll be transferred to the Tokyo Cruise Terminal, ready to embark on your next adventure, this time aboard Crystal Symphony.
THIS ITINERARY IS AVAILABLE FOR THESE VOYAGES
* Prices are per person, double occupancy for the itinerary as published, and subject to availability. Supplements may apply during high season and holiday periods, festivals, special events and due to high demand. Internal and international air excluded.
