Far East 29 days from Hong Kong to Tokyo

Day 1

hong kong, china

Departure: 21:00

According to the report of Hong Kong archaeological society, there were people settled in Tsuen Wan as early as two thousand years ago. In earlier days, it was known as Tsin Wan (淺灣) which means shallow bay, and later renamed to Tsuen Wan. Another name Tsak Wan (賊灣, Hakka dialect pronunciation: tshet wan), pirate bay, indicates the presence of pirates nearby long ago. In fact, the area around Rambler Channel was known as Sam Pak Tsin (三百錢), literally meaning three hundred coins. There was a legend that pirates would collect three hundred coins should one pass through the area. In 1911, there were approximately 3000 villagers living in Tsuen Wan. In the 20th century, factories moved in gradually due to its proximity to Kowloon. With the construction of Castle Peak Road in 1917, motor vehicles could reach the town in addition to access on foot and by boat. Regular bus services did not begin until 1933. Early industries relied on the ample local water supply to make incense sticks, preserved fruit and farming, while post-war industries included metalwares and textiles.

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Day 4

shanghai, china

Arrival: 08:00

Shanghai is modern city located just south of the mouth of the mighty Yangtze River and split in two by the Huangpu River. It is one of China's largest metropolis and it is considered the most cosmopolitan, sophisticated and progressive city in mainland China. Shanghai is a good place to visit if you want to catch a glimpse of the future of China. A whole new city of skyscrapers has been built in its Pudong district, including the Oriental Pearl Tower, which has become one of the city’s landmarks and is one of the tallest structures in Asia and the Shanghai World Financial Center, the third largest building in Asia and the world. At the west side of the Yangzi River is Puxi area, the older central part of the city. Puxi has very rich history and is here where you will encounter many of the city’s old buildings and attractions, such as the French Concession, the Bund, the Yuyuan Garden, the Jiu Qu Bridge, the Huxin Pavilion and the Temple. Shanghai is China’s cosmopolitan hub of finance and culture. Shanghai has a special oriental charm and a fresh western style that appeal to everyone. And it is also a good base to explore the more rural and classical sights of nearby Jiangsu and Zhejiang provinces.

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Day 5

shanghai, china

Departure: 18:00

Shanghai is modern city located just south of the mouth of the mighty Yangtze River and split in two by the Huangpu River. It is one of China's largest metropolis and it is considered the most cosmopolitan, sophisticated and progressive city in mainland China. Shanghai is a good place to visit if you want to catch a glimpse of the future of China. A whole new city of skyscrapers has been built in its Pudong district, including the Oriental Pearl Tower, which has become one of the city’s landmarks and is one of the tallest structures in Asia and the Shanghai World Financial Center, the third largest building in Asia and the world. At the west side of the Yangzi River is Puxi area, the older central part of the city. Puxi has very rich history and is here where you will encounter many of the city’s old buildings and attractions, such as the French Concession, the Bund, the Yuyuan Garden, the Jiu Qu Bridge, the Huxin Pavilion and the Temple. Shanghai is China’s cosmopolitan hub of finance and culture. Shanghai has a special oriental charm and a fresh western style that appeal to everyone. And it is also a good base to explore the more rural and classical sights of nearby Jiangsu and Zhejiang provinces.

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Day 7

kagoshima, japan

Arrival: 08:00 - Departure: 18:00

Kagoshima is the capital of Kagoshima prefecture on the island of Kyushu. It has been nicknamed the "Naples of the Eastern world" for its bay location (Aira Caldera) and its hot climate. There are infinite ways to enjoy Kagoshima: the grand natural landscape of the active volcano Sakurajima, the rich history of men who contributed to the modernisation of Japan, the liberating zoo and aquarium, bubbling hot springs, Kinko Bay cruising. Islands belonging to Kagoshima Prefecture include about 30 islands far to the south, among which is Yakushima Island, an island registered as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Tokara Islands, a chain of twelve islands of varying in size and stretching over a distance of 162 km, and Amami Oshima, the second largest isolated in Japan.

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Day 8

nagasaki, japan

Arrival: 08:00 - Departure: 18:00

Nagasaki is the capital of Nagasaki prefecture on the island of Kyushu. On the west side of Shimabara Castle, the samurai residences have been carefully preserved, complete with clear spring water flowing in canals down the center of the streets. The Nagasaki Peace Park is a commemorating site to the atomic bombing and the Glover Garden is an open air park exhibiting Western mansions, and the Confucian Shrine is dedicated to Confucius.

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Day 9

fukuoka, japan

Arrival: 08:00 - Departure: 23:00

Fukuoka is the capital of Fukuoka prefecture and the largest city on the island of Kyushu and one of Japan's ten most populated cities. Fukuoka is evaluated as the best city in Asia in which to live. Some of the important tourist attractions in Fukuoka are the Hakata Gion Yamakasa Festival, which is one of the most interesting festivals in Japan; the Shofukuji Temple; the Canal City and the Yatai (Food Stalls).

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Day 10

Scenic Cruising Kanmon Strait

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Day 11

kochi - japan

Arrival: 08:00 - Departure: 17:00

Kōchi is the capital city of Kōchi Prefecture located on the island of Shikoku in Japan. Kōchi is the main city of the prefecture with over 40% of its population. A symbol of the city is its most famous dish, katsuo tataki, made by lightly searing and seasoning tuna.

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Day 12

osaka, japan

Arrival: 08:00

Osaka is a big modern city in Japan. It is the central metropolis of the Kansai region and the largest of the Osaka-Kobe-Kyoto trio. It is a lively and exciting place that exudes a definite charm. Its history is rich, its scenery is gorgeous, and it's well-located close to the major cultural centers of Kyoto and Nara, and just a few hours by bullet train to Tokyo. Osaka has two major city centers, Kita, north side, and Minami, south side. Kita is a large shopping and business area, Minami is Osaka's most famous entertainment district. Osaka’s major attractions are the impressive, beautifully restored, castle and the truly wonderful aquarium. Osaka has some striking modern architecture, a vibrant nightlife scene and tasty local cuisine. To experience the city’s nightlife head to bustling Dōtonbori, a street jammed with restaurants and bars. There are also some beautiful places to visit just outside of the city. Minoo is a suburb of Osaka which offers pleasant woodland, an impressive waterfall, hiking opportunities and a relaxing spa. Osaka combines historical, cultural and artistic attractions with all the delights of a modern Japanese metropolis. Japan's third-largest city offers an exciting atmosphere, with fantastic connections to some of the most historic cities in Japan.

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Day 13

osaka, japan

Departure: 16:00

Osaka is a big modern city in Japan. It is the central metropolis of the Kansai region and the largest of the Osaka-Kobe-Kyoto trio. It is a lively and exciting place that exudes a definite charm. Its history is rich, its scenery is gorgeous, and it's well-located close to the major cultural centers of Kyoto and Nara, and just a few hours by bullet train to Tokyo. Osaka has two major city centers, Kita, north side, and Minami, south side. Kita is a large shopping and business area, Minami is Osaka's most famous entertainment district. Osaka’s major attractions are the impressive, beautifully restored, castle and the truly wonderful aquarium. Osaka has some striking modern architecture, a vibrant nightlife scene and tasty local cuisine. To experience the city’s nightlife head to bustling Dōtonbori, a street jammed with restaurants and bars. There are also some beautiful places to visit just outside of the city. Minoo is a suburb of Osaka which offers pleasant woodland, an impressive waterfall, hiking opportunities and a relaxing spa. Osaka combines historical, cultural and artistic attractions with all the delights of a modern Japanese metropolis. Japan's third-largest city offers an exciting atmosphere, with fantastic connections to some of the most historic cities in Japan.

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Day 14

shimizu

Arrival: 10:00 - Departure: 18:00

Mishima is a city located in the east of Shizuoka Prefecture, at the base of the Izu Peninsula and at the foot of Mount Fuji in Japan. The city offers a wide variety of sights and activities. If there is one thing that characterises Mishima, it is its parks, most notably Mishima Rakujuen Park, Kakita River Park and Suehirosan Park. Mishima is also home to a number of cultural attractions such as the Taisha Temple of Mishima, the ruins of Yamanaka Castle and Madoromi Shrine.

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Day 15

tokyo (yokohama)

Arrival: 08:00 - Departure: 19:00

Tokyo is the capital of Japan and one of the largest urban area in the world. Tokyo is the financial center of Japan and a blend of high-technology and tradition. Tokyo is huge and a well-organized modern city. The city landscape of Tokyo consists of temples and shrines, quiet nature reserves, historical buildings, futuristic architecture and neon lights. The core of the city includes Chiyoda and Chuo. This area features the impressive Imperial Palace, the national government buildings, the famous shopping area of Ginza, Tsukiji fish market, Akihabara electronics market and the historic Tokyo Station. The quiet neighborhood of Asakusa has some must-see attractions such as the Sensoji Temple, the Nakamise-dōri shopping arcade, and the Golden Poo. Nearby is the Ueno area, including the Ameyoko market. A perfect spot to shop for traditional gifts and see a great Buddhist temple. Another major attraction of the city is the Meiji Shrine, located in Shibuya. Tokyo is a unique city that has something for everyone, busy shopping areas, famous nightlife, historical sights, quiet parks, and amazing scenery.

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Day 16

shimizu

Arrival: 08:00 - Departure: 16:00

Mishima is a city located in the east of Shizuoka Prefecture, at the base of the Izu Peninsula and at the foot of Mount Fuji in Japan. The city offers a wide variety of sights and activities. If there is one thing that characterises Mishima, it is its parks, most notably Mishima Rakujuen Park, Kakita River Park and Suehirosan Park. Mishima is also home to a number of cultural attractions such as the Taisha Temple of Mishima, the ruins of Yamanaka Castle and Madoromi Shrine.

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Day 17

osaka, japan

Arrival: 10:00

Osaka is a big modern city in Japan. It is the central metropolis of the Kansai region and the largest of the Osaka-Kobe-Kyoto trio. It is a lively and exciting place that exudes a definite charm. Its history is rich, its scenery is gorgeous, and it's well-located close to the major cultural centers of Kyoto and Nara, and just a few hours by bullet train to Tokyo. Osaka has two major city centers, Kita, north side, and Minami, south side. Kita is a large shopping and business area, Minami is Osaka's most famous entertainment district. Osaka’s major attractions are the impressive, beautifully restored, castle and the truly wonderful aquarium. Osaka has some striking modern architecture, a vibrant nightlife scene and tasty local cuisine. To experience the city’s nightlife head to bustling Dōtonbori, a street jammed with restaurants and bars. There are also some beautiful places to visit just outside of the city. Minoo is a suburb of Osaka which offers pleasant woodland, an impressive waterfall, hiking opportunities and a relaxing spa. Osaka combines historical, cultural and artistic attractions with all the delights of a modern Japanese metropolis. Japan's third-largest city offers an exciting atmosphere, with fantastic connections to some of the most historic cities in Japan.

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Day 18

osaka, japan

Departure: 21:00

Osaka is a big modern city in Japan. It is the central metropolis of the Kansai region and the largest of the Osaka-Kobe-Kyoto trio. It is a lively and exciting place that exudes a definite charm. Its history is rich, its scenery is gorgeous, and it's well-located close to the major cultural centers of Kyoto and Nara, and just a few hours by bullet train to Tokyo. Osaka has two major city centers, Kita, north side, and Minami, south side. Kita is a large shopping and business area, Minami is Osaka's most famous entertainment district. Osaka’s major attractions are the impressive, beautifully restored, castle and the truly wonderful aquarium. Osaka has some striking modern architecture, a vibrant nightlife scene and tasty local cuisine. To experience the city’s nightlife head to bustling Dōtonbori, a street jammed with restaurants and bars. There are also some beautiful places to visit just outside of the city. Minoo is a suburb of Osaka which offers pleasant woodland, an impressive waterfall, hiking opportunities and a relaxing spa. Osaka combines historical, cultural and artistic attractions with all the delights of a modern Japanese metropolis. Japan's third-largest city offers an exciting atmosphere, with fantastic connections to some of the most historic cities in Japan.

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Day 20

kagoshima, japan

Arrival: 08:00 - Departure: 17:00

Kagoshima is the capital of Kagoshima prefecture on the island of Kyushu. It has been nicknamed the "Naples of the Eastern world" for its bay location (Aira Caldera) and its hot climate. There are infinite ways to enjoy Kagoshima: the grand natural landscape of the active volcano Sakurajima, the rich history of men who contributed to the modernisation of Japan, the liberating zoo and aquarium, bubbling hot springs, Kinko Bay cruising. Islands belonging to Kagoshima Prefecture include about 30 islands far to the south, among which is Yakushima Island, an island registered as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Tokara Islands, a chain of twelve islands of varying in size and stretching over a distance of 162 km, and Amami Oshima, the second largest isolated in Japan.

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Day 21

nagasaki, japan

Arrival: 08:00 - Departure: 20:00

Nagasaki is the capital of Nagasaki prefecture on the island of Kyushu. On the west side of Shimabara Castle, the samurai residences have been carefully preserved, complete with clear spring water flowing in canals down the center of the streets. The Nagasaki Peace Park is a commemorating site to the atomic bombing and the Glover Garden is an open air park exhibiting Western mansions, and the Confucian Shrine is dedicated to Confucius.

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Day 22

busan

Arrival: 08:00 - Departure: 21:00

Busan is the second largest city of South Korea and is located in the south-eastern province of South Gyeongsang. Busan was the host city of the 2002 Asian Games and APEC 2005 Korea. Busan tourism is increasing very fast in the last years and its tourist attractions are very interesting. One of them is the famous Centum Shopping Zone. It is also an entertainment complex zone equipped with various facilities for shopping, spa, and movies etc. The streets in the zone are lined with restaurants which allow you to try different foods, and see various types of exhibitions and performances. These exhibitions and performances are held in BEXCO, a multi-cultural exhibition center. Another big tourist attraction is the Busan Cinema Center that is the first video multi-cultural space in the world where films and performance arts are integrated. It is the symbol of Busan and a film city. It is also the venue for the Busan International Film Festival (BIFF). The building is equipped with three movie theatres and a multi-purpose performance hall. The building also contains over 120,000 LED lights under the world's largest roofed stage providing a fantastic sight at night. In Igidae Galmaet-gil is possible to do a beautiful tour of 3 hours. The coastal walking path passes along gentle cliffs which look down over the ocean. The course covers a 3.95-km stretch running through from Dongsaengmal, Eoulmadang, Nong Rock to Oryuk Islets Sunrise Park. Where Gwangan Bridge ends, there is Bunpo, which used to be a salt farm. Over Bunpo, you see the green mountain ahead of you at Igidae Park. Some spectacular views from Nong Rock to Oryuk Islets are the essence of Igidae Park.

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Day 23

fukuoka, japan

Arrival: 08:00 - Departure: 21:00

Fukuoka is the capital of Fukuoka prefecture and the largest city on the island of Kyushu and one of Japan's ten most populated cities. Fukuoka is evaluated as the best city in Asia in which to live. Some of the important tourist attractions in Fukuoka are the Hakata Gion Yamakasa Festival, which is one of the most interesting festivals in Japan; the Shofukuji Temple; the Canal City and the Yatai (Food Stalls).

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Day 24

Scenic Cruising Kanmon Strait

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Day 25

hiroshima, japan

Arrival: 07:00 - Departure: 18:00

Hiroshima is an industrial city of wide boulevards and cross-crossing rivers, located along the coast of the Seto Inland Sea. Although many only know it for the horrific split second on August 6, 1945, when it became the site of the world's first atomic bomb attack, it is now a modern, cosmopolitan city with excellent cuisine and a bustling nightlife. There are two World Heritage Sites in Hiroshima. One is Itsukushima Shrine and the other is the A-Bomb Dome of the Hiroshima Peace Memorial. There are several historical places in Hiroshima. The Hiroshima castle stands in the center of Hiroshima-city. You can see the old town which was formed in Edo era at Tomonoura in Fukuyama-city and in Takehara-city, but in Hiroshima-city there are few old buildings as lots of buildings were destroyed by the atomic bomb. But some are still showing their toughness – for example, the Old Bank of Japan Hiroshima Branch, the Rest House and so on. Around the peace memorial park, you can see many kinds of statues for praying the victims of the atomic bomb. The whole of Hiroshima can be a textbook of Hiroshima’s history.

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Day 26

kochi - japan

Arrival: 08:00 - Departure: 21:00

Kōchi is the capital city of Kōchi Prefecture located on the island of Shikoku in Japan. Kōchi is the main city of the prefecture with over 40% of its population. A symbol of the city is its most famous dish, katsuo tataki, made by lightly searing and seasoning tuna.

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Day 28

nagoya

Arrival: 07:00 - Departure: 16:00

Nagoya, Japan’s fourth-largest city, blends modern industry with deep-rooted tradition. Often overlooked in favor of Tokyo or Kyoto, it rewards those who stop with spacious boulevards, excellent museums, and fewer crowds. The city is historically linked to the Tokugawa shogunate, and that legacy still shapes its character: orderly, proud, and quietly refined. Begin with Nagoya Castle, famous for its golden shachihoko (mythical tiger-fish) adorning the roof. The reconstructed main keep and the exquisitely restored Honmaru Palace showcase lavish samurai-era interiors and provide insight into feudal power and aesthetics. From there, visit the Tokugawa Art Museum, which houses armor, swords, and elegant tea ceremony utensils once owned by the ruling Tokugawa family, all set beside a beautifully landscaped Japanese garden. Nagoya’s spiritual heart lies at Atsuta Jingu, one of Shinto’s most important shrines. Surrounded by a peaceful, wooded park, it’s a calm retreat from city life and a chance to observe traditional rituals and seasonal festivals. In contrast, the Osu district buzzes with energy: a mix of old temples, vintage shops, arcades, and manga stores that encapsulate contemporary urban Japan. Food is a highlight in Nagoya, with its own distinct “Nagoya-meshi” cuisine. Try hitsumabushi (grilled eel over rice eaten in three different ways), miso katsu (pork cutlet with a rich red miso sauce), and tebasaki (crispy seasoned chicken wings). The city’s central location and excellent rail connections also make it a convenient base for day trips to places like Inuyama, Gifu, and the Japanese Alps, rounding out a stay that combines history, culture, and modern comfort.

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Day 29

tokyo (yokohama)

Arrival: 08:00

Tokyo is the capital of Japan and one of the largest urban area in the world. Tokyo is the financial center of Japan and a blend of high-technology and tradition. Tokyo is huge and a well-organized modern city. The city landscape of Tokyo consists of temples and shrines, quiet nature reserves, historical buildings, futuristic architecture and neon lights. The core of the city includes Chiyoda and Chuo. This area features the impressive Imperial Palace, the national government buildings, the famous shopping area of Ginza, Tsukiji fish market, Akihabara electronics market and the historic Tokyo Station. The quiet neighborhood of Asakusa has some must-see attractions such as the Sensoji Temple, the Nakamise-dōri shopping arcade, and the Golden Poo. Nearby is the Ueno area, including the Ameyoko market. A perfect spot to shop for traditional gifts and see a great Buddhist temple. Another major attraction of the city is the Meiji Shrine, located in Shibuya. Tokyo is a unique city that has something for everyone, busy shopping areas, famous nightlife, historical sights, quiet parks, and amazing scenery.

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