Flight to Osaka.

Welcome and transfer to the hotel. Imperial Hotel Osaka 4*

Full day dedicated to discovering Osaka, including Osaka Castle, the Floating Garden Observatory at the Umeda Sky Building, as well as the lively districts of Dotonbori and Kuromon Market. Return to the hotel at the end of the day, followed by a transfer to a local restaurant for a welcome dinner. (B-D)

Discovery of Kyoto by coach, including visits to the famous Kinkaku‑ji Temple and Ryoan‑ji Temple, as well as participation in an authentic tea ceremony. Return to the hotel at the end of the day. (B)

Departure for Kobe for a half-day visit, including a stop at Mount Rokko and a visit to a sake brewery. Transfer to the port of Kobe for embarkation aboard the M/S Island Sky. Dinner and overnight on board. (B-D)

Arrival in Takamatsu, capital of Kagawa Prefecture, located along the Seto Inland Sea. Visit of Ritsurin‑koen Garden, one of the most beautiful gardens in Japan, known for its refined landscapes combining ponds, wooded hills, bridges and pavilions. Lunch on board. In the afternoon, discovery of Shikoku Mura open-air museum, featuring traditional houses and buildings from the Edo to Taishō periods, several of which are designated Important Cultural Properties. Dinner and overnight on board. (B-L-D)

In the morning, ferry crossing to Shodoshima Island in the Seto Inland Sea, known for its scenic landscapes and nicknamed the “Olive Island.” It is also renowned for its traditional soy sauce production. Discovery of the Kankakei Gorge and ascent by cable car offering stunning views of the sea and surrounding cliffs. Continuation across the island through terraced rice fields and green hills. Lunch at a local restaurant. Return to the ship and departure for Hiroshima. Dinner and overnight on board. (B-L-D)

Morning arrival in Hiroshima and visit of the Peace Memorial, including its commemorative monuments such as the Cenotaph and the Peace Flame, as well as the museum displaying photographs and personal belongings of the victims. Return on board for lunch, followed by navigation to Miyajima. Discovery of this sacred island and the Itsukushima Shrine, famous for its vermilion torii gate and exceptional natural setting. Dinner and overnight on board. (B-L-D)

Stop in Hagi, one of Japan’s most beautiful and authentic historic towns. Discovery of this fortified town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a remarkably well-preserved example of a traditional feudal Japanese city. Visit of the five-story pagoda at Ruriko‑ji Temple, a National Treasure built of cypress wood in the 14th century. Return on board for lunch. In the afternoon, navigation to South Korea. (B-L-D)

Stop in Ulsan and departure for Gyeongju, the former capital of the Silla Kingdom (57 BC to 935 AD), a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its outstanding historical remains. Visit of the Heavenly Horse Tomb (Cheonmachong), followed by the National Museum and its collections. Lunch at a local restaurant. Continuation with a visit of Bulguksa Temple, a masterpiece of Buddhist art, followed by the return to Ulsan and a walk through Taehwagang National Garden, famous for its bamboo forest. Dinner and overnight on board. (B-L-D)

After a morning of sailing and lunch on board, stop in Sakaiminato and departure for Matsue, located in a region rich in history. Visit of Matsue Castle, one of the best-preserved castles in Japan, followed by the Adachi Museum of Art, renowned for its collection of Japanese paintings and seasonal exhibitions. Dinner and overnight on board. (B-L-D)

Morning arrival in Maizuru and departure for Kyoto, the cultural and spiritual capital of Japan, renowned for its temples, shrines and gardens. Visit of the Golden Pavilion, known for its iconic golden structure, followed by the zen garden of Ryoan‑ji and the Silver Pavilion. Lunch at a local restaurant. Walk along the “Philosopher’s Path” to Nanzen‑ji Temple. Return to Maizuru. Dinner and overnight on board. (B-L-D)

Surrounded by the Japanese Alps, Hakusan National Park and the Sea of Japan, Kanazawa is one of the most pleasant cities in the country. Visit of Kenroku‑en Garden, considered one of the three most beautiful gardens in Japan, renowned for its harmony and its fountain, one of the oldest in the country. Lunch on board. In the afternoon, discovery of the historic village of Shirakawa‑go, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, famous for its traditional thatched-roof houses. Dinner and overnight on board. (B‑L‑D)

In the morning, disembarkation followed by a half-day visit of Kanazawa, including Kenroku‑en Garden and the historic Higashi Chaya district. Then transfer to Kanazawa Station for departure by JR express train to Tokyo. Upon arrival, transfer and check-in at the hotel. Grand Nikko Tokyo Daiba Hotel 4* (B)

Full-day visit of Tokyo, including the iconic districts of Asakusa, the Tokyo Skytree, the Imperial Palace Plaza, and Meiji Jingu Shrine. Return to the hotel at the end of the day. In the evening, transfer to a local restaurant for a farewell dinner, followed by a return to the hotel. (B‑D)

In the morning, visit of the outer Tsukiji Market. Then transfer by coach to the airport and return flight to Montreal. (B)