Grand Cherry Blossom Bliss from Yokohama with 1 Nt Stay, 9 April 2028 (34 nights)

One of the main cities on the Japanese island of Hokkaido, Hakodate is surrounded by beautiful scenery, including Mount Hakodate- which you can visit by an aerial ropeway gondola. There are several top attractions in Hakodate, including the impressive Goryokaku Tower, the neighbourhood of Motomachi and Hakodate Park.

Known as the ‘autumn field city’ Akira is a fascinating city that’s surrounded by breathtaking scenery. A vibrant and bustling metropolis, there are several attractions on its doorstep, including the beautiful Senshu Park, Omoriyama Zoo and the Akita Museum of Art.

A large port city in South Korea, Busan is a bustling city with a mixture of modern and historic landmarks. Surrounded by mountains and beaches, whether you’re looking to relax and unwind with a tranquil walk, visit an aquarium or see the city from a new perspective by venturing to the top of one of the viewpoints, the choice is yours. Top highlights in the city include Haeundae Beach, the Haedong Yonggungsa Temple and the Diamond Tower.

From peaceful parks to historic sites, Nagasaki’s unique blend of culture and heritage offers an unforgettable experience.

A beautiful seaside city, Kagoshima boasts an active volcano that overlooks Kinko Bay. Due to its warm temperature, palm tree-lined streets and the volcano, the city has been compared with Naples in Italy. In Kagoshima there are an array of landmarks and attractions, including the Kagoshima City Aquarium, Hirakawa Zoo and beautiful Sengan-en Gardens.

Situated on the southern coast, Kochi is the vibrant and picturesque capital of the Kochi Prefecture. An underrated city, it boasts a laid back vibe and an array of attractions to explore throughout your time there, including the Kochi Castle, Kochi Prefectural Makino Botanical Garden and the Chikurin Ji Temple.

From neon-lit streets to sizzling street food, Osaka is a vibrant city where history and modern energy collide.

Home to nearly two million people, Nagoya is a bustling metropolis and the fourth largest city in Japan. A vibrant port city, there are a variety of historical and modern attractions within it. Top highlights in the city include the Nagoya Castle, Nagoya City Science Museum and the Osu Kannon Buddhist temple.

Japan's tallest mountain at 3,776 metres high and nestled in the Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park, Mount Fuji is on everyone's bucket-list of Japan, whether that's to take in the view from the surrounding idyllic surrounding countryside, a Tokyo rooftop or your seat on the famous bullet train or even take up the challenging of hiking up yourself. Mount Fuji is an active volcano but last erupted in 1707, so you've got plenty of time to enjoy the hike, normally taking between 5-10 hours.

Discover the natural beauty of Aomori, Japan, with its stunning landscapes, tranquil lakes, and rich cultural heritage that captivate visitors.

The island of Kodiak is a picturesque destination in Alaska. With a bustling port, diverse wildlife and beautiful surroundings, Kodiak is the ultimate stop off during a North American cruise. Top highlights on the island include the Alutiiq Museum, the Pillar Mountain Trail and the Fort Abercrombie State Historical Park.

Whittier is a truly unique city like no other. Located around 60 miles from Anchorage, it has a population of 217 people, most of whom live in one building, Begich Towers, complete with a convenience shop, police station, clinic, church and even a school. Visitors to Whittier can stay at the bed and breakfast within Begich Towers and observe daily life in this remote town and admire the stunning views across the lake nearby.

Formerly Novo-Arkhangelsk, Sitka has a more a Russian feel than other Alaskan towns with orthodox style buildings and churches. In fact, this was the location where Russia officially sold ‘Russian America’ to the US in 1867 to become what is now the state of Alaska. Sitka also has a deep affinity with the native Tlingit population and preserving culture, nature and history with the Sitka National Historical Park as well as bear and bird sanctuaries.

Ketchikan is famous for the totem heritage museum, educating sightseers about the indigenous populations’ history and culture with an unrivalled display of native totems and artefacts. For those wanting to learn about the gold rush a visit to Dolly’s House Museum and downtown Creek Street is a good comparison along with the great Alaskan lumberjack show. Nature lovers, meanwhile, can enjoy dramatic sights at nearby misty fjords national monument.

From its architecture of ‘Vancouverism’ to the history of how it was built; Vancouver is a vibrant city full of arts and culture just waiting for you to discover all it’s hidden gems. Here you’ll be able to get stuck into a whole host of museums including Science World, the waterfront Maritime Museum and the Museum of Anthropology.