Lanterns, Skylines and Sakura: Japan & Vietnam

13 nights from €3,500 per person

This thirteen night journey brings together the buzz of Japan's cities and time by the coast in central Vietnam. You move from neon streets and high speed rail to lantern lit evenings and relaxed days near the beach, with a strong balance of food, culture and downtime. Private transfers, well located hotels and key rail and flight connections are all arranged, so each stage runs smoothly while still giving you the freedom to explore on your own.

Arrive into Tokyo for four nights and step straight into one of the world's most captivating cities. Wander through temple grounds in Asakusa, cross the famous Shibuya junction beneath glowing billboards, and dine in everything from tiny ramen counters to polished sushi bars. Tokyo works best explored on foot and by metro, dipping in and out of districts as the mood takes you, with enough time here to see beyond the highlights and really get a feel for the city.

  • Board the bullet train to Kyoto, watching Japan unfold outside your window as the atmosphere shifts from modern skyline to traditional wooden townhouses and temple lined streets. Walk through shrine complexes, explore traditional districts and visit centuries old temples framed by carefully tended gardens. A full day guided tour combines Kyoto with nearby Nara, where sacred deer roam freely in spacious parkland and some of Japan's most important temples stand quietly among trees.
  • Two nights in Osaka round off the Japan leg of the trip. Known for its food culture and lively atmosphere, evenings are best spent around Dotonbori where bright lights reflect on the river and street food stalls line the streets. It is informal, energetic and a strong final taste of urban Japan before the journey continues.
  • Hoi An is smaller in scale but rich in atmosphere. During the day, divide your time between the beach and the old town, where narrow lanes are lined with mustard coloured buildings, lanterns and local shops. In the evenings the town glows as lanterns light up the water, and it is easy to spend unplanned hours wandering, stopping for Vietnamese coffee, fresh seafood or a quiet drink by the river. After the pace of Tokyo and Osaka, this final stretch feels warm, relaxed and easy.

Tokyo | Kyoto | Nara | Osaka | Da Nang | Hoi An


What's Included:

  • 13 nights accommodation throughout
  • 4 nights at Shiba Park Hotel, Tokyo
  • 2 nights at Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu, Kyoto
  • 2 nights at Cross Hotel Osaka
  • 4 nights at Hoi An Beach Resort, breakfast included
  • One way bullet train from Tokyo to Kyoto
  • Full day guided Kyoto and Nara tour
  • Return flights from Dublin to Tokyo with Iberia via Madrid
  • Flight from Osaka to Da Nang with Vietnam Airlines
  • Return flights from Da Nang to Dublin with Malaysia Airlines, British Airways and Aer Lingus via Kuala Lumpur and London
  • Private airport transfers throughout
  • Flights depart Dublin 19 September 2026

Terms and Conditions

Return flights from Dublin to Tokyo with Iberia via Madrid, a flight from Osaka to Da Nang with Vietnam Airlines, return flights from Da Nang to Dublin via Kuala Lumpur and London, private airport transfers throughout, a one way bullet train from Tokyo to Kyoto and 13 nights accommodation across Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka and Hoi An. A full day guided Kyoto and Nara tour is included, with breakfast included during the Hoi An stay. Prices are based on 2 adults sharing. Flights depart Dublin on 19 September 2026. Price is correct at the time of posting (6 April 2026). Offers are subject to change.

13 nights from €3,500 per person

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