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 Tokyo Metropolitan for you to check in for your four night stay.

After settling into your hotel join your Tour Manager for welcome drinks this evening and get to know your fellow tourists.

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. The Shibuya District is on most tourists must-see lists, featuring the busiest pedestrian crossing in the world with enough people crossing at rush hour to fill a rugby stadium. As is Asakusa on the north-east fringe of Tokyo Metropolitan, which pays homage to the areas cultural history thanks to it’s preservation of ancient buildings and artisan traditions. The list goes on and there are more including Ginza – noted for it’s luxury shopping, Shinjuku – noted for its entertainment and Roppongi – legendary for its nightlife. The patchwork that is Tokyo Metropolitan is endless, so you’ll need to find out for yourself!

Match Day – Quarter-final two

This evening, action begins with the first quarter-final, as the winner of pool B takes on the runner up of  pool A at Tokyo 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 quarter-final and settle in as the teams prepare to battle for a place in the semi-final.

Match Day – Quarter-final four

This evening, action continues with the third quarter-final, as the winner of pool A takes on the runner up of pool B at Tokyo Stadium. We will transfer you out the the stadium from your hotel and return you to your hotel when the match finishes.

Tokyo Metropolitan to Kyoto

Today we take the Bullet train to Kyoto for a four night stay to immerse ourselves in this fascinating city, which has one of the worlds largest collections of UNESCO World Heritage sites.

Kyoto

Kyoto, meaning capital city, reflecting on its 1000 year history as the imperial city of Japan, is located on the central part of the island of Honshu. 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 tourists year on year. There are many ancient temples, tea ceremony masters, traditional ryokan inns, flower arranging, zen rock gardens and mysterious Geisha…all of which 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 Tokyo Metropolitan

Today we return to Tokyo Metropolitan for a nine night stay. On arrival you will be transferred to your  hotel, the New Otani, almost a city within itself, with over 30 places to eat. The hotel is also well known for its historic garden, dating back to the 16th century, a quintessentially Japanese hotel, blending modern convenience with historic charm.  This evening we will be hosting a Gullivers Exclusive event, where our knowledgeable speakers will be sure to have opinions on the matches to come. 

Match Day – Semi-final one

This evening the penultimate stage of the competition begins with the first semi-final, as the winner of quarter-final one takes on the winner of quarter-final two at International Stadium Yokohama.  We will transfer you out the the stadium from your hotel and return you to your hotel when the match finishes.

Match Day – Semi-final two

This evening the semi-finals continue as the winner of quarter-final three takes on the winner of quarter-final four at International Stadium Yokohama.  We will transfer you to the the stadium from your hotel and return you to your hotel when the match finishes.

Tokyo Metropolitan

Enjoy a respite from the tensions of the semi-finals with four days at leisure in Tokyo Metropolitan City. Perhaps now is the time to explore and book onto our optional guided city tour of some of the most famous sites of Japan. If you have not yet caught Mount Fuji in it's winter glory, and need a day out of the city, book onto our day trip to Hakone, with unrivalled views of Mount Fuji. On one of your last days your Tour Manager will arrange an end of tour dinner where you can recap on your adventures with your fellow tourists.

Match Day – Bronze final

This evening the semi-final runners up battle it out in the bronze final. The runners up of semi-final one take on the runners up of semi-final two at Tokyo Stadium. We will transfer you to the the stadium from your hotel and return you to your hotel when the match finishes.

Match Day – The final!

The day we have all been waiting for as tension builds for the final match. The winner of Rugby World Cup 2019™ will be crowned at the International Stadium Yokohama after six gruelling weeks of competition. We will transfer you to the the stadium in time to enjoy the unique atmosphere that comes with a Rugby World Cup final, and return you to your hotel when the match finishes.

Departure Day

Depart Japan today to head back to Scotland

Arrive Home

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