DAY 1: Nagasaki

Welcome to Japan and Beautiful Kyushu Region! 

Guests of this unique tour can choose between two options for Transfers on wether they;

• Arrive in Nagasaki Airport - Transfer to hotel (included in Price)
• For those arriving in Fukuoka Airport - we can arrange Shinkansen tickets to Nagasaki station via meeting assistance or postage to previous hotel stay in Japan. (Additional costing)

Enjoy Free time exploring the local surroundings of Nagasaki, the stunning asrchitecture and the delicious local cuisine.

Hotel: ★★★★☆ Dormy Inn PREMIUM Nagasaki Station, or similar

DAY 2: Nagasaki Free Day or Optional Tour

Following breakfast at your hotel, enjoy a full day at your leisure. Take it easy and explore Nagasaki at your own pace with a personalized itinerary prepared by our Japan specialists, or seize the opportunity to join one of our special tours.

• Nagasaki 1 day Guided tour: Includes Gunkanjima, Nagasaki Peace Museum tickets, Guide fee,
  public transportation fee. (Additional Cost for this tour)
• Huis Ten Bosh tickets: Includes Huis Ten Bosh 1-day ticket / return train fee from Nagasaki station (Additional Cost for this option).

Hotel: ★★★★☆ Dormy Inn PREMIUM Nagasaki Station, or similar

Meals: Breakfast 

DAY 3: Saga - Ureshino Onsen City

This morning following breakfast, travel to Ureshino Onsen, enjoy exploring this quaint and beautiful town. Ureshino is a charming town in Saga Prefecture, renowned for its hot springs (onsen), green tea production, and traditional Japanese charm. Enjoy your afternoon at your leisure.

See the following links for some amazing experiences you can enjoy

• Cycling around Ureshino (Japanese version only)
• Kimono wearing and Japanese Dance
• Ureshino Tea Sweets
• Tea House

We also recommend the public foot baths, to soak your tired feet in the famous natural hot spring water.

Accommodation will be in a stunning traditional Japanese Ryokan / Hotel

Hotel: ★★★☆☆ Warakuen, or similar

Meals: Breakfast and Dinner

DAY 4: Arita - Cultural Tour

After enjoying breakfast at your accommodation transfer via shuttle bus to Ureshino Onsen station over to Arita where you will meet your guide for a full day of experiences in Saga Prefecture.

Known as the capital of ceramics, porcelain and pottery, Arita showcases their special trade all throughout this charming destination.

Travel to Genemon Kiln, The Kyushu Ceramic Museum, Tombai Wall and Tozan shrine with your specialist guide.

After your tours, make your way to Kami Arita Station to transfer to the city of Karatsu.

Hotel: ★★★☆☆ Mercure Saga Karatsu Resort, or similar

Meals: Breakfast 

DAY 5: Karatsu

Following breakfast at your hotel,

the rest of the day is yours to spend freely at leisure exploring the city. 

Our Japan specialists can prepare a personalized experience for you or you may wish to choose one of our many unqique tours/ experiences especially for Karatsu

1. Karatsu 1 Day Guided Tour: Visit the former Takatori Residence, Karatsu Castle and a traditional teas ceremony. (Additional Cost for this tour)
2. teamlab Mifuneyama Rakuen: The renowned teamLab brings an awe-inspiring art experience to Mifuneyama Rakuen, captivating every sense with its breathtaking creativity and innovation. - Please Note: Only available Between Mid July until early Novemeber (Additional Cost for tickets are required).

Hotel: ★★★☆☆ Mercure Saga Karatsu Resort, or similar

Meals: Breakfast 

DAY 6: Fukuoka - Hakata City

Following breakfast, pack your bags and catch the included shuttle bus transfer to the station, transfer by train to Haata Station in Fukuoka.

The largest city in Kyushu, Fukuoka offers incedible sites to see and delicious food to enjoy. Enjoy this destination at your own pace, take on a personalized itinerary prepared by our Japan specialists, or seize the opportunity to join one of our many unique tour options.

We recommend:

• Hakata Half Day Trip: A 4-hour tour with an English speaking guide including a visit to Kushida shrine, Hakata doll painting experience and Fukuokas famous Yatai (food stall) experience. (Additional Cost for this tour).

Hotel: ★★★☆☆ Hakata Green Hotel 1, or similar

Meals: Breakfast 

DAY 7: Fukuoka / Return Flight

Following breakfast at your hotel, spend part of the day in Fukuoka at your own leisure until it is time to depart to Fukuoka airport by shared shuttle.

Explore Fukuoka freely or enjoy unique experieces arranged by our Japan specialist team before making your way to Fukuoka Airport by arranged transfer.