All-Inclusive Azamara Immersive Japan Cherry Blossom Voyage & Tokyo Escape

Your holiday begins as you fly from the UK to your destination.

Arrive in Tokyo and settle into your hotel for a two-night stay. A city of dazzling contrasts, the Japanese capital pairs ancient shrines and tranquil gardens with neon-lit streets and some of the finest food anywhere in the world.

Savour a full day acquainting yourself with the many faces of Tokyo. Pay your respects at the temples of Asakusa, marvel at the organised chaos of the Shibuya crossing, then retreat to a tranquil garden where cherry blossom settles gently.

Transfer to the port of Yokohama and embark Azamara Pursuit, your home for the journey ahead. Settle into life on board and enjoy your first evening at leisure, with the lights of the capital still glittering beyond the deck.

Make the most of a further day in the capital before you sail for Aomori. Revisit a favourite neighbourhood, browse the elegant boutiques of Ginza, or simply unwind on board as Tokyo prepares to slip from view.

Tucked into Japan’s northern reaches, Aomori is framed by mountains and famed for its spring blossom. Stroll the waterfront, sample crisp local apples, or venture out to the dramatic Hakkoda mountains and their ancient beech forests.

Sakata wears its history with quiet grace. Discover elegant former rice warehouses, beautifully preserved merchant residences, and the serene Honma family gardens that recall the town’s golden age as a prosperous trading hub on the Sea of Japan.

Set against the soaring peaks of the Northern Alps, Toyama rewards travellers with remarkable mountain vistas and beautiful glassy canals. Admire the views, explore the city’s celebrated glass art, or sample the bay’s prized seafood.

A historic naval town on the Sea of Japan, Maizuru blends maritime heritage with serene coastal scenery. Explore its red-brick warehouses, peaceful temples, and the harbour that has shaped its character for centuries.

This characterful fishing port is best known for its bustling fish market and quirky bronze-statue street celebrating Japanese folklore. Soak up the local atmosphere or set out towards the spiritual sites of the surrounding region.

Crossing to South Korea, you’ll arrive in the lively port city of Busan. Visit colourful hillside villages, browse one of the country’s largest seafood markets, or find calm at a serene clifftop temple overlooking the sea.

Back in Japan, your port call in Nagasaki tells a moving and resilient story. Reflect at the Peace Park, explore the city’s rich history of foreign trade, and take in views shaped by its dramatic harbour setting.

At the northern tip of Kyushu, Kitakyushu surprises with handsome castle grounds and striking modern architecture. Wander its gardens, take in the retro charm of the Mojiko district, or enjoy the views across the strait.

A well-known city defined by hope and renewal, Hiroshima moves all who visit. You could spend time at the Peace Memorial Park and Museum, then take the short ferry to Miyajima to see its famous floating shrine.

Gateway to the Seto Inland Sea, Takamatsu is celebrated for one of Japan’s most beautiful landscape gardens. Stroll the immaculate grounds of Ritsurin Garden, or hop to a nearby art island dotted with striking sculptures.

Arrive in Osaka, Japan’s spirited kitchen, where your ship will remain overnight. Sample street food in the buzzing Dotonbori district, admire the grandeur of Osaka Castle, or take a day trip to nearby Kyoto’s temples.

Your holiday complete, today you’ll disembark and head to the airport for your flight home.