Coastal Cruise
16 day Japan & South Korea Cruise
Cherry Blossoms and Celebrated Gardens of Japan & South Korea by Small Ship
"Join me on Botanica’s cruise of Japan, during which we will glimpse some of horticulture’s most beautiful scenes. In Japan, the cherry blossom is the harbinger of spring. Whether in the quiet fishing village of Uwajima; on the island of Miyajima; or within the country’s revered Kenroku-en and Koraku-en gardens, it’s heartwarming to see people soaking up the sight of cherry trees in full bloom." – Simon Rickard, Botanical Guide.
This journey departs:
4 April 2025
Highlights
The following highlights provide an overview of some of the captivating encounters awaiting you on tour.
Admire Japan’s Strolling Gardens
See two of Japan’s top gardens - Kenroku-en and Koraku-en. See the beautiful ponds and pavilions of Ritsurin Park.
Cruise Aboard Heritage Adventurer
Enjoy an 11-night small ship cruise from Osaka to Kanazawa. Reach the island of Miyajima aboard our ship’s onboard Zodiacs.
Travel in Cherry Blossom Season
Visit Japan during cherry blossom season, a revered time of year that is highly significant to the people of Japan.
Inclusions
Seen below are your tour’s inclusions. They ensure you’re free to enjoy each day’s discoveries without worry or distraction.
Escorted by an expert Botanical Guide and Cruise Director
11-night cruise aboard the Heritage Adventurer for up to 80 Botanica guests and four nights’ accommodation in centrally located four- to five-star hotels
Return private transfers from door to door, tipping and porterage, port taxes, plus 43 meals and select beverages
All sightseeing, shore excursions and entrance fees as per the itinerary
See Japan during Cherry Blossom season and explore the exquisite Ryoan-ji rock garden
Enjoy a maiko (apprentice geisha) performance and dinner
Visit Miyajima Island, where you will see one of Japan’s top scenic wonders, the scarlet Torii Gate, which appears to float
Discover the famous Arashiyama Bamboo Grove; as well as Kenroku-en Garden, located next to Kanazawa Castle and classified as one of the ‘Three Great Gardens of Japan’
Itinerary
Trip Notes
Itinerary and inclusions are subject to change
Fitness rating: Medium
Shared charter for up to 80 Botanica guests aboard the Heritage Adventurer, which has a capacity of 140 guests. Cruise is in partnership with Travelmarvel.
Our experience of gardens, their flora, and other aspects of nature, is subject to weather conditions and seasonality, which may vary
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