Tokyo Adventurer Red – Quarter-finals, semi-finals, bronze final & final

Package includes:

  • Guaranteed official match tickets
  • 19 nights' accommodation on a bed and breakfast basis
  • International flights, transfers and travel around Japan

Highlights

  • Gullivers Tour Managers
  • Exclusive Gullivers event
  • Welcome drinks
  • Japanese speaking assistants
  • Gullivers merchandise
  • Optional excursions
  • End of tour dinner

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At a glance

WRU Official Supplier

"Rugby World Cup 2019™ is a really exciting challenge for Wales. Having our supporters follow us in Japan really gives the team an extra boost on and off the pitch. It’s fantastic that we’re able to work with our Official Travel Supplier - Gullivers Sports Travel in providing unique travel packages and look forward to seeing you in the Land of the Rising Sun!" Warren Gatland, Head Coach

We're Official

Gullivers Sports Travel are an Authorised Sub-Agent of Rugby World Cup 2019™. This means that all our official travel packages include guaranteed match tickets. TM © Rugby World Cup Limited 2015.

Tickets

The package prices include a Category D ticket to two quarter-finals, two semi-finals,bronze final and the final. Exact locations of the tickets will be provided to us closer to the event. Upgrades to Category B tickets are available, see the ticket page for more details.

Find out more about the tickets

Accommodation

Our featured accommodations are all 4★. Hotels have a very limited supply of traditional double-bedded rooms and the cultural norm is for couples to have two separate single beds, rather than share a double bed. As such we are offering three room options: twin rooms, single rooms and twin rooms with a preference for a double room.

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Flights

We will be using a number of reputable airlines within our packages. An economy seat is included in your package as standard. Call us to enquire about upgrading your flights. Emirates are the Official Airline of Rugby World Cup 2019™.

Transfers

Airport and match transfers will be by coach. Likewise, we will transfer you to the relevant train stations when we use the fantastically efficient Bullet trains to get around the country.

Excursions

To ensure you enjoy your visit to Japan to its fullest we are offering a variety of optional excursions. We are launching our packages with the introductory tours that we feel will enhance your experience in Japan. We will be launching a second round of more optional extras later in the year.

Find out more about excursions

Merchandise

Included in the price of the tour there will be an exclusive Gullivers merchandise pack, further details to follow.

Gullivers staff and on-site support

We work closely with our agents in Japan to ensure that we have Japanese speaking staff on site to assist us. As always with an escorted tour, you will have a Gullivers Tour Manager with you.

Cultural differences

Japan are going to be fantastic hosts and we can expect a warm welcome from the locals. There are some cultural differences that we will provide further information on to whet your appetite and to get the most enjoyment out of your trip to Japan, please see our FAQs page.

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Full itinerary

  • Day 1

    Departure Day

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

    London Gatwick to Fukuoka

    Departs: 
    1245
    Arrives: 
    1530
    Airline: 
    Cathay Pacific
  • Day 2

    Arrival Day

    Upon arrival into Fukuoka City, we will transfer you to your hotel 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 join your Tour Manager and the rest of your tour group for welcome drinks.

    Welcome Drinks

  • Day 3

    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 historic 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.

  • Day 4

    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.

    Quarter-final one

    Winner of pool C vs Runner up of pool D

    Kick off: 
    16:15
  • Day 5

    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.

    Quarter-final three

    Winner of pool D vs Runner up of pool C

    Kick off: 
    16:15
  • Day 6

    Fukuoka City to Kyoto

    Today we leave Fukuoka feeling refreshed and immersed in the Japanese culture to head for Kyoto for three nights, a city which has one of the worlds largest collections of UNESCO World Heritage sites.

    Bullet train to Kyoto

  • Day 7–8

    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 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.

    Tuesday 22 October 2019 Optional Excursion – Full Day guided tour of Kyoto

    This full day guided tour includes the Kiyomizu-dera Temple, the Nijo-jo Castle and Kinkaku-ji Temple. Please see the Extras tabs for more information.

    Wednesday 23 October 2019 Optional Excursion – Hiroshima and Miyajima full day guided tour

    Tour includes a visit to the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum and Park and the Miyajima island and Itsukushima Shrine. Please see the Extras tabs for more information.

  • Day 9–10

    Kyoto to Tokyo Metropolitan

    Today we take the Bullet train to Tokyo Metropolitan, on arrival we will transfer you to your  hotel for four nights and the build up to the semi-final matches. 

    Welcome to Tokyo Metropolitan! The capital of Japan 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. We will also be hosting a Gullivers Exclusive event, where our knowledgeable speakers will be sure to have opinions on the matches to come. 

    Friday 25 October 2019 Optional Excursion – Full day guided tour of Tokyo Metropolitan

    This excursion includes visits to the Meiji-jingu Shrine, Tokyo Sky Tree, Asakusa Kannon Temple and Akihabara. Please see the Extras tabs for more information.

    Friday 25 October 2019 Exclusive Gullivers event

    This evening we will host an exclusive Gullivers event

  • Day 11

    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 City.  We will transfer you out the the stadium from your hotel and return you to your hotel when the match finishes.

    Semi-final one

    Winner of quarter-final one v Winner of quarter-final two

    Kick off: 
    17:00
  • Day 12

    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.

    Semi-final two

    Winner of quarter-final three v Winner of quarter-final four

    Kick off: 
    18:00
  • Day 13

    Tokyo Metropolitan to Osaka Prefecture

    Today we transfer you to Osaka Prefecture by bullet train for a three night stay. Osaka Prefecture is the second largest city in Japan and is renowned for its stunning architecture, rich cultural heritage, vibrant nightlife and incredible cuisine. The Japanese refer to the city as the ‘kitchen under the heavens’.

    Bullet train to Osaka Prefecture

  • Day 14–15

    Osaka Prefecture

    Enjoy a few days at leisure in the fun and trendy city. Osaka Prefecture was, until the 17th century, both the political and cultural centre of Japan, meaning it possesses some of the oldest and most striking historical sites in the country, including Isshinji Temple and Osaka Castle. In total contrast, no visit is complete without a visit to the Dotonbori district, a vibrant and brightly-lit social area that features the famous ‘Glico Sign’, a huge billboard advertising one of Japans top snack manufacturers. 

  • Day 16

    Osaka Prefecture to Tokyo Metropolitan

    Today we transfer you back to Tokyo Metropolitan for a five night stay in the build up to the finals. 

  • Day 17

    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.

    Bronze final

    Runners up of semi-final one v Runners up of semi-final one

  • Day 18

    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.

    The final

    Winner of semi-final one v Winner of semi-final two.

    Kick off: 
    18:00
  • Day 19–20

    Tokyo Metropolitan

    A couple of days to relax after last nights battle of the titans. If you are looking for one last iconic image of Japan, perhaps book onto our one day tour to Hakone, with stunning views of Mount Fuji, hopefully capped by snow. On the final evening in Japan, after an epic tour, get together with your fellow tourists and Tour Manager to reminisce over your adventures in Japan. 

    Sunday 3 November 2019 – Hakone One Day Tour with views of Mount Fuji

    Visit includes: Local Japanese Tour Guide, lunch, cruise on Lake Ashi, Hakone Ropeway. Please see the Extras tabs for more information.

    End of Tour Dinner

    Meet up with your Tour Manager and fellow tourists to share your tour highlights over dinner and a couple of drinks.

  • Day 21

    Departure Day

    Depart Japan today to head back to the UK.

    Tokyo Haneda to London Gatwick

    Departs: 
    1610
    Arrives: 
    0530
    Airline: 
    Cathay Pacific
  • Day 22

    Arrive home

    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.

Tickets

Ticket upgrades

Ticket upgrades for five of you six matches in your tour will be at the following prices, subject to availability:
Category B = £1,111.00 per person for 5 matches.
Upgrades to the Bronze final are no longer available and your ticket for this match would be a Category D ticket. Please note that the categorisations are only a guide, not to scale and subject to change / recategorisation. Click on stadium maps to enlarge.

Quarter-final one

Kick Off – 16:15

A Category D ticket is included in the package.

Venue: 
Oita Stadium
Capacity: 
40,000

Quarter-final three

Kick Off – 16:15

A Category D ticket is included in the package.

Venue: 
Oita Stadium
Capacity: 
40,000

Semi-final one

Kick Off – 17:00

A Category D ticket is included in the package.

Venue: 
International Stadium Yokohama
Capacity: 
72,327

Semi-final two

Kick Off – 18:00

A Category D ticket is included in the package.

Venue: 
International Stadium Yokohama
Capacity: 
72,327

Bronze final

Kick Off – 18:00

A Category D ticket is included in the package.

Venue: 
Tokyo Stadium
Capacity: 
49,970

The final

Kick Off – 18:00

A Category D ticket is included in the package.

Venue: 
International Stadium Yokohama
Capacity: 
72,327

Accommodation

Hilton Sea Hawk, Fukuoka

Overlooking Hakata Bay, just two minutes from the beach, this high-rise hotel looks over the city of Fukuoka and boasts a prime oceanfront location. The hotel has five dining options ranging from Japanese, Chinese to traditional European. Breakfast is served under a 132-foot-high glass ceiling at Brasserie and Lounge Seala. It also has an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre and spa.

Features: 

  • Five dining options

Kyoto Tokyu Hotel, Kyoto

Situated in central Kyoto, just behind the World Heritage site Nishi-Honganji Temple, you are in the ideal location for travelling around the city. The hotel itself is just five minutes from Kyoto station and is walking distance to many cultural and historical attractions. The modern rooms have a trendy European atmosphere, and feature Tempur comfort pillows. The hotel has three restaurants including all day Western and Japanese dining Kazahana, Chinese cuisine at Star Hill, and local Kyoto cuisine at Tankuma Kitamise. Guests can also enjoy a drink at the Terrace in the waterfall courtyard.

Features: 

  • 3 Restaurants
  • Terrace Bar

We chose this hotel because: 

  • Convenient location
  • Variety of dining options

ANA Crowne Plaza Osaka , Osaka

Located just a three-minute walk from Oebashi train station, overlooking the Dojima River, the ANA Crowne Plaza offers modern accommodation in the heart of the world-famous Kita-Shinchi entertainment district. The options are endless when it comes to dining, shopping and sightseeing – with canal cruises through Japan’s City of Water, and tours along Midosuji Street. The hotel has 6 dining options, serving Cantonese and Japanese cuisine, as well as three lounge bars. Delica, the on-site shop, also serves a selection of rich cakes and chocolates to take away. The hotel also has an indoor swimming pool, fitness centre, spa and sauna.

Features: 

  • 9 restaurant and bar options
  • Complimentary wifi

We chose this hotel because: 

  • Fantastic reviews

Hotel New Otani (Garden Towers), Tokyo

Surrounded by 10 acres of lush gardens the New Otani features a 400-year-old Japanese garden, as well as the largest outdoor hotel pool in the city. It also boasts the Golden Spa where you can indulge in full pampering treatments, as well as their gym and sauna. The rooms are bright and airy with all modern amenities and large windows. There are a variety of restaurants available, including Kyubey which offers a selection of fine Sushi and Bella Vista which offers Italian cuisine and has views of the Tokyo skyline from the 40th floor.

Features: 

  • Complimentary wifi
  • Many Dining options

We chose this hotel because: 

  • Incredible traditional Japanese gardens
  • Great location