2018 - APT Small Ships

BOTANICA SMALL SHIP DISCOVERIES | 93 Dutch residence of Dejima Island the only foreigners allowed to trade in Japan during the Sakoku isolation period for 200 years, until Japan reopened to the world. BLD Day 8. Yakushima Island. Today arrive on the island of Yakushima, which became Japan's first World Heritage- listed site in 1993. Yakushima is famous in botanical circles for many great garden plants, including dwarf plants that have evolved to grow smaller than their mainland cousins. Spend time here on nature walks, including Yakusugi Land, a nature park populated by a number of the island's ancient cedar trees, such as the Buddhasugi, Futagosugi and Sennensugi. BLD Day 9. Uwajima. Arrive in Uwajima, deep inside the saw- toothed coast of Uwajima Bay, the nation's largest pearl cultivation centre. You can learn about cultivating and sorting pearls on a visit to a pearl farm before continuing on to the Samurai era Tensha-en Garden. Alternatively explore Uwajima Castle and the beautiful Tensha-en Garden. BLD Day 10. Miyajima, Hiroshima. Arrive in Miyajima, which provides a picture- postcard vista of the scarlet Torii Gate, the giant camphor wood gates at the entrance to the Itsukushima Jinja Shrine. Continue to Hiroshima and visit the compelling Peace Memorial Park including the cenotaph that contains the names of all the known victims of the A-bomb. BLD Day 11. Takamatsu, Ritsurin Park. Today tour the city of Takamatsu on Shikoku, the smallest of the four main Japanese Islands. Journey over the Seto-Ohashi Bridge and visit Kinashi Bonsai Town. Next visit Ritsurin Park, a 350-year-old garden, famous for its magnificent spring colours and Chrysanthemum-Moon Pavilion. BLD Day 12. Okayama Koraku-en Garden, Kurashiki. Visit Koraku-en Garden, one of Japan's most significant gardens – the name meaning 'garden of pleasure after'. Visit a classic Japanese teahouse with garden views. After lunch, continue to Kurashiki, to see its fine 17th- century wooden warehouses. The beautiful houses are painted white with traditional black tiles, and are situated along a canal framed with weeping willows. Enjoy a Farewell Dinner on board your ship tonight. BLD Day 13. Kobe, Kyoto. Arrive into Kobe and be transferred from the ship to Kyoto. Enjoy a sightseeing tour including Ryoanji and Kinkakuji gardens and a visit to the Gion District – where the world- famous Geisha reside. Stay: Kyoto, Granvia Hotel or similar. BL Day 14. Disembark Ship, Depart Kyoto. After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight home. B Lose yourself in Kenroku-en Garden Your Unforgettable Holiday Includes All sightseeing and shore excursions Services of an expert Botanical Guide Return airport transfers, porterage and tipping 11 nights aboard the intimate MS Caledonian Sky Finest dining – includes 36 meals while on board 2018 DATES & PRICES (A$) PER PERSON 14 DAYS TOKYO TO KYOTO (BTJP14) Twin Share Solo Trav. Ship Porthole Suites Window Suites Balcony Suites Porthole Suites MS Caledonian Sky Forward Standard Superior Premium Deluxe Premium Owner's Forward Apr. 7. $16,995 $17,390 $18,990 $19,750 $20,690 $20,890 $20,990 $19,995 PLEASE NOTE: Prices include port charges, gratuities and sundries. Local wine and drinks included with lunch and dinner. Free Wi-Fi on library computers only. Solo traveller price based on Standard Suite (Forward), please enquire for solo suite upgrade prices. Disruptions to cruising and itinerary may occur. Botanica inclusions and deals may vary from APT. See pages 112-113 for further information, terms and conditions.

• Cover