Departure Day

Today the adventure begins. Check in for your international flight to Japan.

Arrival Day

Upon arrival into Japan, we will transfer you to your hotel in Kobe City for you to check in for your three night stay.

Kobe City is set on a hillside sloping down to the sea and is a relatively small city that is easy to navigate around. In 1995, it was devastated by the Great Hanshin-Awaji Earthquake, today, Kobe City has been rebuilt into a thriving metropolitan city and the three most pleasant neighbourhoods to explore are Kitano-chõ, Nankinmachi Chinatown and, after dark, the bustling nightlife districts around Sannomiya.

Nankinmachi is packed with shops, restaurants and food stands that sell a variety of ramen. Sannomiya is the biggest downtown in the area and home to the main business and entertainment area of Kobe City. You may wish to visit the Nada-Gogō neighbourhood which has an abundance of sake brewers as after all, Kobe City is one of Japans great sake-producing cities. 

Furthermore, the city is most famous for it’s beef. Kobe beef is heavily marbled with fat giving it a luxurious flavour and velvety texture, and one kilo can cost in the region of £200! But don't worry, the beef is so rich that just a few delicate slices can be enough to satisfy your appetite.  

This evening join your Tour Manager and the rest of your tour group for welcome drinks.

Match Day

This evening, action begins as England take on the USA at Kobe Misaki Stadium. We will transfer you out the the stadium from your hotel and return you to your hotel when the match finishes. Once at the stadium, soak up the unique atmosphere that comes with a Rugby World Cup and settle in for England's second pool match.

Kobe City

Explore Kobe City at your own leisure today.

Kobe City to Kyoto

Today we depart Kobe City for Kyoto, for four nights, a city which has one of the worlds largest collections of UNESCO World Heritage sites.

Kyoto

Kyoto, meaning capital city, reflects its 1000 year history as the imperial city of Japan. It’s significance in Japanese history resounds throughout the city. It was saved from bombing in World War II and as a result has many historical buildings in tact which attract thousands of tourist’s year on year. There are many ancient temples, tea ceremony masters, traditional ryokan inns and centuries old craftsmanship, flower arranging, zen rock gardens and mysterious Geisha…which all make Kyoto a truly mesmerising place to visit.

You have the option to book onto our guided tour of Kyoto, a perfect way to familiarise yourself with this beguiling city.

There is also the option to book onto our guided day trip to Hiroshima and Miyajima, one of the iconic sights of Japan.

Kyoto to Kanazawa

Today we travel by train as we journey from Kyoto to Kanazawa, one of Japans best preserved historical cities, where you are staying for two nights.

Kanazawa

Kanazawa is a popular tourist destination. The city translates as the ‘stream of gold’ which is fitting as almost all of Japans gold comes from here. Indeed it is famed for its gold, gardens and Geisha. There are two Geisha districts, Higashi Chaya and Nishi Chaya, either side of the city which visitors gather to, hoping to catch a glimpse of Geisha. Not forgetting the Nagamachi Samurai quarter which is considered to be one of the best in Japan due to its well preserved streets and buildings.

Kanazawa is well known for its three tea districts; Higashiyama, Nishichaya-gai and Kazue-machi. This ancient ritual of preparing and serving tea is sure to get your taste buds going for when you venture into the Katamachi district – known as ‘The Scramble’ which is packed with people, shops, restaurants and lively bars.

Kanazawa to Tokyo Metropolitan

Today we leave Kanazawa feeling refreshed and immersed in the Japanese culture to head to Tokyo Metropolitan for a nine night stay. We will take the bullet train, in itself is a uniquely Japanese experience. The trains always depart and arrive very punctually and travel at speeds up to 270 miles per hour. 

Match Day

Today we will transfer you to Tokyo Stadium for the penultimate game of the group stages, England v Argentina. After the match we will transfer you back to your hotel.

Tokyo Metropolitan

Welcome to Tokyo Metropolitan! The capital city and one of the most exciting cities in the world.

Tokyo means ‘Eastern Capital’ and is made up of a patchwork of over 1000 neighbourhoods which conjoin together to create a mega metropolis. Each district has developed it’s own personality over the years which helps to refine where you choose to explore during your stay here.

You have the option to book onto our guided tour of Tokyo Metropolitan city, a perfect way to familiarise yourself with this fascinating metropolitan area and take in some of it's most interesting sights.

Whilst here, you can also book onto our guided tour to Hakone and Lake Ashi, giving unparalleled views of Mount Fuji. Or if you would like to fully immerse yourself in Japanese culture opt for the 2 day trip including a night in a ryokan (a traditional Japanese Inn). 

During the course of your stay in Tokyo Metropolitan there will be an exclusive Gullivers event, along with your Tour Manager organising your end of tour dinner, a perfect chance to share your tour highlights over dinner and a couple of drinks.

Match Day

Today we will transfer you to International Stadium Yokohama for the final game of the pool stages, England v France. After the game we will transfer you back to your hotel.

Departure Day

Depart Japan today to head back to the UK.

Arrive in the UK

It's been memorable! Today we land back into the UK and make our own journeys home with many great memories and new found friendships.