Neon–infused Tokyo is Japan’s dynamic and densely packed capital, where cutting-edge technology and architecture can be found beside ornate Buddhist shrines. Wander the upmarket shopping district of Ginza, see Japan’s outlandishly dressed youth parade the streets of fashionable Shibuya, and partake in a traditional tea ceremony at one of the many tea houses dotted around the city.

Today your fully escorted tour will take you to the stunning Mount Fuji, a sacred site looped with walking trails and dotted with shrines. You’ll also ride the Hakone Ropeway cable car where you can watch steam spiralling up from the active hot springs. At Lake Ashi you’ll take a boat across the still, peaceful water, enjoying the natural beauty of the crater lake before the high-speed bullet train whisks you back to Tokyo.

Embark the regal Queen Elizabeth, one of the finest cruise liners sailing the five oceans and a ship that offers a little of the finer things in life to all passengers who sail with her. Enjoy Cunard’s spectacular heritage, sense of occasion and huge array of activities, including ballroom-dancing, lawn bowls and afternoon tea in the Garden Lounge on your first day at sea.

Akita is situated in the north-eastern part of the Japanese mainland, boasting gorgeous flowing rivers, expanses of fertile farmland and majestic mountain ranges. Whilst the city is laced with a stark medieval past, it is also bursting with a youthful energy due to its vibrant year-round festivals and breathtaking street parades. Take a stroll through Senshu park for a taste of Akita’s history and culture, or explore the Akita Hachiman Shrine, a sanctuary devoted to the Shinto religion. Above all else, Akita is the perfect place to decompress due to its natural beauty, calming waterfalls, and awe-inspiring temples.

Kanazawa is proudly recognised as an UNESCO city of crafts and folk art. Brimming with Edo-era architecture and authentic 19^th century venues, Kanazawa offers a window into Japanese heritage. Head to Higashi Chaya-gai, a quaint preserved district of Japanese tea houses, to sample deliciously authentic tea. Famous for its seafood, Kanazawa offers Japan’s finest delicacies, head to Omicho Market colourful maze of stalls, to sample sensational fresh seafood.

Your day on board the Queen Elizabeth can be active and lively, or as calming and chilled as you like; there’s something on board to suit your every mood from swimming in the pool to relaxing in The Royal Spa; joining in with Book Club to browsing the Royal Arcade.

Overlooking the Strait of Korea, Busan’s cityscape consists of soaring skyscrapers set in green mountainside. An efficient bus and train system allows you to easily move around the city, so why not head to Gamcheon Culture Village, a hillside arts district where you'll find a kaleidoscopic collection of multi-coloured houses adorned with murals and graffiti, or climb the stairs to Haedong Yonggung Temple, set against dramatic rocks and windswept waters.

Queen Elizabeth offers an array of elegant bars and lounges to suit every mood – during the day, sip coffee and nibble on croissants in Café Carinthia; enjoy pre-dinner drinks in the Midships Bar; toast friends in the Champagne Bar; and dance the night away in the Yacht Club.

Nagasaki is a beautiful city, set on a plain between the active harbour and a backdrop of stunning mountains. Nagasaki has one of Japan’s most complex histories due to the influences of the Spanish, Dutch and Portuguese; all of which can be seen around this vibrant, bustling city.

Indulge in the sumptuous spa, experience Cunard’s luxurious and refined service at afternoon tea served by white-gloved waiters, catch a show in the Royal Court Theatre or dance the night away in the magnificent surroundings of the Queens Ballroom – it’s all up to you.

With unparalleled natural escapes like its green parks and beaches, Shimizu does its best to convince you to stay. A few of the main attractions here also include Kunozan Toshogu Shrine, designated a National Treasure by the Japanese government, Sunpu Castle and Shizuoka Sengen Shrine, where ruler Tokugawa Ieyasu, who ushered in the Edo period, held his coming-of-age ceremony.

Returning to Tokyo, you'll savour a another night at the Hotel New Otani Tokyo. Relish your final evening in the tantalizing city of Tokyo by visiting the famous Meiji Shrine and the Imperial Palace, home to Japanese royalty, or take your pick of shopping, dining and entertainment options in the Ginza district.

Today you’ll transfer to the airport for your onward flight home, with endless unforgettable memories of Japan to cherish.