Nagasaki, Japan

You'll explore the Ookawachiyama area after arriving Imari City. Okawachiyama used to be home to the Nabeshima domain Kilns, which produced a number of masterpiece porcelains such as "Iro Nabeshima", "Nabeshima Sometsuke" and "Nabeshima Seiji" under the domain's strict control. Surrounded by mountains on three sides, the area has a distinctive atmosphere of secret kilns, much like a landscape featured in Shan shui painting.
Please enjoy Imari Beef of one of the highest graded types of Japanese Wagyu by our favorite "Steak set" lunch!

• Imari City
• Shopping
• Imari Beef lunch

• You'll explore the Ookawachiyama area after arriving Imari City. Okawachiyama used to be home to the Nabeshima domain Kilns, which produced a number of masterpiece porcelains such as "Iro Nabeshima", "Nabeshima Sometsuke" and "Nabeshima Seiji" under the domain's strict control. Surrounded by mountains on three sides, the area has a distinctive atmosphere of secret kilns, much like a landscape featured in Shan shui painting. There are many small to major workshops in town, you can visit there to enjoy both window and actual shopping!
• After that we'll take you to the lunch venue of Imari Beef. As Imari Beef is one of the highest graded types of Japanese Wagyu in the country. Imari cattles are carefully bred, head by head, following a long-nurtured breeding method that matches the climate of Imari area and is characterized by secure feed, mild climate, pure air, delicious water and overall, a rich natural environment that contributes to its excellent quality. Please enjoy it with Japanese favorite "Steak set" style for lunch!

Escape the chaos and dive into a paradise, where relaxation is pitted against adventure: i+Land Nagasaki is the perfect retreat for an unforgettable day off the standard tourist trail. Dreamy beaches, hot springs, water sports, cuisine that will send you to seventh heaven and unexpected views.

• Day at the i+Land Nagasaki resort
• Relaxation at the thermal springs
• Lunch included

We'll set off for Yasuragi Iojima. Once you arrive on the island, get ready to leave all your stress behind: an experience of pure wellbeing awaits you at i+Land Nagasaki, Nagasaki's most exclusive resort.

The real star of the show? The spa tour. An authentic Japanese onsen experience awaits you, where you can immerse yourself in the hot springs without a swimsuit, as per local tradition. Hot water, enveloping steam, ocean views: here, time stands still and your body will thank you.

After plenty of relaxation, it's time to indulge your taste buds: lunch is included and is served in one of the resort restaurants, where every dish tells the story of Japanese cuisine, with authentic flavors and local ingredients.

You've also got time for a little shopping. No airport-style souvenirs here: only typical products and original items, perfect for taking a piece of this special island home with you.

And if you want to end your day on a calm note, why not take a stroll in the gardens or along one of the panoramic footpaths, with views stretching out across the blue sea.

This excursion to i+Land Nagasaki is much more than just a day trip: it's an invitation to slow down, breathe and enjoy every moment. You'll take a sense of peace away with you, which will last much longer than a day.

• The onsen spa experience requires guests to bathe without clothing, in separate areas for men and women, according to Japanese tradition.
• Tattoos are not permitted in the onsens, but here you can hide your tattoos with stickers to enter hotsprings.
• The tour does not include a guide, but you will accompanied by an English-speaking chaperone.

You will enjoy a day in Shimabara Peninsula.
First stop is Unzen Hell and next stop is at Shimabara Castle.
After having local style lunch, please try local's favorite foot bath in Obama.

• Shimabara Peninsula
• Unzen Hell
• Shimabara castle
• Foot bath

• You will enjoy a day in Shimabara Peninsula. At an altitude above 700 meters, Unzen is quite cool throughout the year. 
• Unzen is one of japan`s most highly reputed deluxe resorts and surrounding natural scenery is breathtaking. Unzen Hell (unzen jigoku in Japanese) is the number one attraction of Unzen. Unzen Hell can easily be located by its high, dense clouds of steam. These springs are highly valued by Japanese even now as according to Buddhist teachings, "If you live in a bad manner, you cannot go to Paradise, but rather you will fall into the Hell of agony."
• Shimabara castle is very famous as one of the 100 famed castle of Japan and a magnificent castle which faces the Ariake Sea to the east and is located at the foot of Unzen. Old Samurai House Street is known as the house site of Samurai. This famous street is lined with stone walls and a spring water canal running down its center. Three samurai houses have been restored. It is extremely picturesque, and perfect for a great photo shoot. 
• Lunch will be served in the restaurant in Shimabara Peninsula. 
• On the way back to the port, please enjoy foot bath in Obama area, that is along to the Omura bay.

• Footbath is a place to enjoy relaxation by soaking the feet from the knees down in hot water with clothes on.
• If you wear tight pants or full-length-stockings that do not roll up to the knees, you will not be able to enjoy the footbath you have been enjoying.
• Please bring towels for wet leg or foot to wipe.
• Due to traffic the driving time may be longer.

Explore the most authentic, natural side of Nagasaki! Sail past the mysterious “99 Islands”, allow yourself to be seduced by the stunning views of Mount Yumihari and admire the whirlpools at Saikai Bridge. A journey that spans sea, land and sky, and where the beauty of nature reigns supreme. Ready to set off?

• Sail between the legendary “99 islands”
• Epic views of Mount Yumihari
• Saikai Bridge and whirlpools

We'll set off from Nagasaki, and head into the heart of the Japanese countryside. We will cross the Saikai National Park, a natural wonder just 50 Km north of Nagasaki. The real spectacle begins when we arrive at Kujukushima (which literally means “ninety-nine islands’’), an archipelago that actually boasts an amazing 208 islets! So let's set sail on a sightseeing cruise among these islands - get ready to immerse yourself into a world of blue waters, jagged cliffs and breathtaking landscapes.

After your sailing trip, it's time to recharge your batteries with a delicious lunch in a local restaurant. Savor the authentic flavors of the region before setting off to discover the next marvel. We will make our way to Mount Yumihari, with stunning views over the bay of Kujukushima - in a word, epic!

Then, we're ready for the grand finale! our last stop will be at Saikai Bridge, the perfect place from which to observe the famous tidal whirlpools. As the water moves, it creates spirals and waves that look like they're dancing before your very eyes!

• Wear comfortable shoes and clothing suitable for the experience
• We recommend this land experience if you have minor accessibility needs and can travel short distances independently

Experience Nagasaki like a real local! Forget the standard bus tours: here, we'll get around on foot and by tram, just like the city's local residents!

• The iconic places of the city

Discover Nagasaki through the eyes of its inhabitants with this walking and tram tour, which will take you to the city's most iconic places.
From vibrant local life to the silence charged with historical significance: you'll visit Peace Park, the epicenter of the explosion and the Atomic Bomb Museum, with images and artifacts that tell the story of the 1945 tragedy. Emotional, touching, unforgettable. Among the most incredible symbols of Nagasaki is the One-Legged Torii Gate, a Sanno Shrine which, despite the devastation, has remained standing. A powerful testimony to resistance and hope.

This tour will provide you with an intense, authentic and unforgettable experience

• Wear comfortable shoes and clothing suitable for the experience
• This excursion is not recommended for guests with mobility problems.
• The Atomic Bomb Museum may be closed during Christmas Holidays and New Year dates. It will be replaced by the Glover Garden. It is a historic open-air museum showcasing the former residences of Western merchants.It offers beautiful views of Nagasaki Port and is part of a UNESCO World Heritage site.
• Due to traffic the driving time may be longer.

Nagasaki managed to transform its sad legacy into a message of hope and peace. As we retrace the moments of the tragedy that hit this city through an emotionally intense tour of the places where time seems to have stood still, we also visit the Urakami Catholic church and the modern Megami bridge.

• Sannō Jinja shrine door, symbol of the nuclear tragedy
• Atomic Bomb Museum
• Peace Park and Ground Zero
• Shopping
• Urakami Catholic church
• Modern Megami bridge

• We leave the port behind us headed to the first stop on our tour, the Atomic Bomb Museum. Before we arrive there, we visit the Sannō Jinja shrine door, one of the symbols of the tragedy that hit the city on August 9th, 1945. It is located approximately 800 metres from where the bomb exploded yet one of the two supporting columns remained intact, almost as a sign of hope to the survivors.
• Once at the museum, we quietly move among the artefacts collected as a testimony of the infamous day, including a clock that stopped at 11:02 am, the time of the catastrophe. The museum aims at being an ode to peace while at the same time serving as a warning to all humanity.
• We continue with Peace Park and Ground Zero, where a black monolith marks the hypo-centre. Our gaze rests on the bronze Peace Statue that looks as it is referring to the threat coming from the sky as well as to a desire for peace. The Fountain of Peace was built in front of the sculpture in 1969. The flowing water symbolizes life that does not stop and the rebirth of the city. As we stroll around the park, we find many other sculptures and plaques that have been donated to the city from other countries all over the world.
• The atmosphere changes as we move on to a nearby shop for a spot of shopping to buy some souvenirs to take home.
• We return to the coach and head to the Urakami Catholic church, which was erected in 1914 and rebuilt in 1959 after the devastation caused by the atomic bomb. It is still considered the most beautiful Romanesque style church in the orient and was visited by Pope John Paul II in 1981.
• Before returning to the ship, we stop at the Megami bridge, one of the city’s architectural symbols built in 2005, to take some photos and indulge in some shopping.
• We board our coach and, after a short journey, we are back at the port.

• This excursion is not recommended for guests with limited mobility.
• The Atomic Bomb Museum may be closed during Christmas Holidays and New Year dates. It will be replaced by Shiroyama Elementary School Peace Memorial.

This tour covers all the best points to visit in Nagasaki. Those are Inasayama Observatory, Atomic Bomb Museum and Ground Zero area, Dejima and Glover Garden.
Please touch the landscape and history of Nagasaki City together with local style lunch!

• Inasayama Observatory
• Atomic Bomb Museum
• Dejima
• Glover Garden

• In this tour, you will visit tree major sightseeing spots in Nagasaki. First, we take you to Inasayama Observatory.  Mt.Inasa is a 333 meter high. The round mountaion-top observatory offers an amazing view that is virtually a 360 degree aerial take on the city and its beautiful surrounding that changes from to season.
• Second stop is the Atomic Bomb Museum. As you know, Nagasaki and Hiroshima are the sites of two nuclear bombings, and we will visit a museum that exhibits the records of these bombings.
• After lunch, you'll visit another historical place "Dejima". Dejima was the window for Japanese trade during the period of national isolation and it brought about the spread of Christianity which resulted in "Tragedy of Christian Oppression" later.
• Last stop is Glover Garden that is one of the most famous sightseeing spot in Nagasaki. Glover Garden became World Heritage in 2015. It is perched on Minamiyamate which is located at hillside overlooking the harbor in Glover Garden. Glover House, built in 1863, is the oldest remaining colonial style building in Japan and has been designated as an Important Cultural Asset.

• The Atomic Bomb Museum may be closed during Christmas Holidays and New Year dates. It will  be replaced by Suwa Shrine, the major Shinto Shrine of Nagasaki.

This tour explores the countless charms and points of interest of the city of Nagasaki, visiting the park that commemorates the tragedy of the atomic bomb, ascending by cable car to admire sweeping views from Mount Inasa and strolling through Chinatown and a traditional wharf to discover the city’s historic roots.

• Nagasaki Peace Park and Statue of Peace
• Cable or slope car and observatory
• Chinatown
• Dejima wharf

• Our first destination is Nagasaki Peace Park, a tranquil landscape created in 1949 on the very site of the atomic explosion on 9 August 1945 as a monument against the proliferation of nuclear weapons.
• As we explore the park, we will stop to admire the 10-metre-high statue of peace. The right hand of the bronze statue points towards the sky in a symbolic gesture to ward against the threat of nuclear weapons, while the left hand is raised in a horizontal position to symbolise the desire for peace. The eyes of the statue are half-closed in an act of prayer for the victims of the atomic bomb.
• Our next destination is Mount Inasayama Observatory, a viewing platform located 333 metres above the city which offers a stunning 360 degree view of Nagasaki.
• We will travel by cable or slope car to reach the scenic viewpoint on the summit of the mountain, admiring expansive views of the surrounding landscape as we ascend.
• We will return to the town to explore one of Nagasaki's cultural epicentres, Chinatown. The oldest Chinese quarter in Japan, Nagasaki’s Chinatown was founded in the seventeenth century as a direct result of the city’s centuries-long role as the sole point of communication between Japan and the rest of the world.
• We will walk through the crowded streets, perhaps taking the opportunity to sample some local delicacies: Nagasaki’s Chinatown is justifiably famous for its restaurants and traditional cuisine.
• Our tour concludes with a stroll along Dejima wharf, where the old dockside buildings have been recently transformed into a picturesque outdoor complex of lively restaurants, bars, shops and art galleries.

• In case of bad weather condition ropeway may be closed.

The first stop is ”Yutoku Inari Shrine" which  is one of the three most famous Inari shrines. Over three million people visit there annually, to pray for good business, good fortune for their families, a large catch, traffic safety and other matters.
After enjoying local style lunch set, another stop is at "Omura Park". There you can enjoy full-blooming cherry blossoms named "Omurazakura" of national natural treasure, bloom one after another.

• Yutoku Inari Shrine
• Local style lunch set
• Omura Park

• Your first stop will be ”Yutoku Inari Shrine" which  is one of the three most famous shrines dedicated to Inari. Over three million people visit the shrine every year to pray for good business, good fortune for their families, a large catch, traffic safety and other matters.
• After visiting Yutoku Inari, please enjoy local style lunch set.
• On the way back to Nagasaki, we'll visit "Omura Park" that is the site of the "100 Best Cherry Blossoms in Japan" and well known as one of the best places in Kyushu Island. As it is supposed to be full-blooming, you can witness more than 2,000 cherry trees of more than 20 varieties, including Someiyoshino and the national natural treasure "Omurazakura" named after this area, bloom one after another.

• Small local stores or food stalls often do not accept credit cards, so it is advisable to bring cash.

Nagasaki managed to transform its sad legacy into a message of hope and peace. As we retrace the moments of the tragedy that hit this city through an emotionally intense tour of the places where time seems to have stood still, we also visit the Urakami Catholic church and the modern Megami bridge.

• Sannō Jinja shrine door, symbol of the nuclear tragedy
• Atomic Bomb Museum
• Peace Park and Ground Zero
• Shopping
• Urakami Catholic church
• Modern Megami bridge

• We leave the port behind us headed to the first stop on our tour, the Atomic Bomb Museum. Before we arrive there, we visit the Sannō Jinja shrine door, one of the symbols of the tragedy that hit the city on August 9th, 1945. It is located approximately 800 metres from where the bomb exploded yet one of the two supporting columns remained intact, almost as a sign of hope to the survivors.
• Once at the museum, we quietly move among the artefacts collected as a testimony of the infamous day, including a clock that stopped at 11:02 am, the time of the catastrophe. The museum aims at being an ode to peace while at the same time serving as a warning to all humanity.
• We continue with Peace Park and Ground Zero, where a black monolith marks the hypo-centre. Our gaze rests on the bronze Peace Statue that looks as it is referring to the threat coming from the sky as well as to a desire for peace. The Fountain of Peace was built in front of the sculpture in 1969. The flowing water symbolizes life that does not stop and the rebirth of the city. As we stroll around the park, we find many other sculptures and plaques that have been donated to the city from other countries all over the world.
• The atmosphere changes as we move on to a nearby shop for a spot of shopping to buy some souvenirs to take home.
• We return to the coach and head to the Urakami Catholic church, which was erected in 1914 and rebuilt in 1959 after the devastation caused by the atomic bomb. It is still considered the most beautiful Romanesque style church in the orient and was visited by Pope John Paul II in 1981.
• Before returning to the ship, we stop at the Megami bridge, one of the city’s architectural symbols built in 2005, to take some photos and indulge in some shopping.
• We board our coach and, after a short journey, we are back at the port.

• This excursion is not recommended for guests with limited mobility.
• The Atomic Bomb Museum may be closed during Christmas Holidays and New Year dates. It will be replaced by Shiroyama Elementary School Peace Memorial.

This tour explores the countless charms and points of interest of the city of Nagasaki, visiting the park that commemorates the tragedy of the atomic bomb, ascending by cable car to admire sweeping views from Mount Inasa and strolling through Chinatown and a traditional wharf to discover the city’s historic roots.

• Nagasaki Peace Park and Statue of Peace
• Cable car and observatory
• Chinatown
• Dejima wharf

• Our first destination is Nagasaki Peace Park, a tranquil landscape created in 1949 on the very site of the atomic explosion on 9 August 1945 as a monument against the proliferation of nuclear weapons.
• As we explore the park, we will stop to admire the 10-metre-high statue of peace. The right hand of the bronze statue points towards the sky in a symbolic gesture to ward against the threat of nuclear weapons, while the left hand is raised in a horizontal position to symbolise the desire for peace. The eyes of the statue are half-closed in an act of prayer for the victims of the atomic bomb.
• Our next destination is Mount Inasayama Observatory, a viewing platform located 333 metres above the city which offers a stunning 360 degree view of Nagasaki.
• We will travel by cable car to reach the scenic viewpoint on the summit of the mountain, admiring expansive views of the surrounding landscape as we ascend.
• We will return to the town to explore one of Nagasaki's cultural epicentres, Chinatown. The oldest Chinese quarter in Japan, Nagasaki’s Chinatown was founded in the seventeenth century as a direct result of the city’s centuries-long role as the sole point of communication between Japan and the rest of the world.
• We will walk through the crowded streets, perhaps taking the opportunity to sample some local delicacies: Nagasaki’s Chinatown is justifiably famous for its restaurants and traditional cuisine.
• Our tour concludes with a stroll along Dejima wharf, where the old dockside buildings have been recently transformed into a picturesque outdoor complex of lively restaurants, bars, shops and art galleries.

• In case of bad weather condition ropeway may be closed.