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 Fukuoka City for you to check in for your four night stay. Situated on the northern shore of Kyushu Island, Fukuoka City is a fun-loving, modern and cosmopolitan city and during the tournament, Fukuoka City is the place to be. All of the supporters will be staying in Fukuoka City and travelling into Oita Prefecture on match days. This city has a relaxed vibe with the perfect blend of chic boutiques, laid back bars and glorious cuisine.

This evening meet your Tour Manager and fellow tourists for welcome drinks.

Fukuoka City

Fukuoka City is thought to be where tea and Buddhism were first introduced into Japan, due to it being close to South Korea and the rest of eastern Asia.

The city itself is merged from two cities – Hakata and Fukuoka, and what Fukuoka City lacks in historical Japanese culture, it makes up for in it’s contemporary and dynamic modern way of life revealing the essence of Japan as it is today.

The city’s signature dish is it’s Hakata ramen, a thick noodle and pork broth. It has the second highest number of clubs and bars (after Tokyo Metropolitan) so whilst you are here, you may wish to wander along to Oyafuku Dori - the street brimming with afterhours bars and clubs which will provide the buzz of the vibrant and modern Japan you are looking for. Try a Yanagibashi burger made from fried fishcake at Hakata’s Kitchen which has about 100 years of history.

If you wish to take a break from the rush of tourism, Ohiri Park provides just that as you admire the peaceful lake, tranquil gardens and castle ruins. The lake was once a part of the sea but was built up to form part of the moat system for Fukuoka’s Castle.

Match Day – Quarter-final one

This afternoon, action begins with the first quarter-final, as the winner of pool C takes on the runner up of pool D at Oita 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 three

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

Fukuoka City to Kyoto

Today we depart Fukuoka City for Kyoto on the bullet train. This 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. 

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 Tokyo Metropolitan

Today we return to Tokyo Metropolitan for a nine night stay. Perhaps now is the time to explore and book onto our optional guided city tour of some of the most famous sites of Japan. 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. 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

It's been memorable! Today we will transfer you to Tokyo Haneda Airport for the flight home to London Heathrow to land on the same day.