Meet your tour leader at Malta International Airport to check in for your international flight to Tokyo with transit.

Upon arrival in Tokyo, you shall be transferred to your hotel for room allocation. Following check-in, join the tour leader for a familiarization walk around the area and overnight.

Few places on Earth combine age-old traditions with cutting-edge modernity as seamlessly as Tokyo. Here, centuries-old gardens and charming cobblestone streets coexist beautifully with towering skyscrapers and vibrant neon lights. Dive into an unmatched culinary scene, explore trendy boutiques, and experience a wealth of cultural activities in this dynamic city. Enjoy your morning to the fullest before heading to the cruise terminal for check-in procedures, and then board the elegant Celebrity Millennium.

The ship will arrive in Shimizu at 7:00 AM. On clear days, Mount Fuji is visible from as far as Tokyo, 60 miles away. One of the best-known symbols of Japan, this iconic mountain has been considered sacred since ancient times and was even forbidden to women until the early 1900s.

See Osaka, Japan’s second largest city, and home to beloved historic sites. Tour Osaka castle, the city’s magnificent 16th century gold and white landmark. The castle has undergone rebuilds and several renovations and the tower is now entirely modern inside and a museum but retains its external citadels gates, stone walls and moats. As you wander through each floor, you’ll be introduced to Japan’s ancient and modern history and culture. Enjoy the observation deck that offers a panoramic view of the city. Next stroll through the Dotonbori district, a must-see for visitors to Osaka. Here you can experience the city’s well-known reputation as a foodie’s paradise.

Explore Kyoto, the capital of Japanese culture. Sitting atop Mount Kiyomizo is Kiyomizo-dera temple. Visit the famous Golden Pavillion, one of Japan’s most popular attractions. And don’t miss the gorgeous mirror reflection of the temple on the still pond in the garden - its one of the most stunning scenes. Visit Nijo Castle which is part of world heritage. History and architecture buffs will relish a tour of Nara and Kyoto’s ancient temples and shrines. In Nara pass through toriii gates to 767 AD-constructed Kasuga-Taisha Shrine and examine the unique roof, brilliant vermillion and green halls. Todaiji temple in Nara Park is famous for its great Buddha.

The capital of Kochi Prefecture on the southern coast of Shikoku is small, friendly, and boasts several attractions of interest to travellers. Make sure to enjoy some Katsuo no tataki, Kochi’s most famous dish, and visit the temple and botanical garden at Mount Godaisan.

While paying tribute to the infamous nuclear attack that destroyed the city in 1945, Hiroshima is now defined as a beacon of peace and prides itself on its exceptional natural beauty. See more than 300 cherry blossom trees in bloom at Peace Memorial Park, journey to the breathtaking Itsukushima Shrine on Miyajima Island, and take time to sample “okonomiyaki”—a delicious example of Japanese soul food.

While at sea, take the time to recharge before the next adventure. Lounge by the pool, be spoiled at the spa, taste the delicacies or explore the venues on-board, until you arrive at the next amazing destination.

It is Busan’s premier trading port, adjacent to the Korean Straits and Japan, that makes it an international metropolis but its beautiful sea vistas that make it a charming place to unwind. Experience the serenity of Beomeo-sa Temple, climb the Busan Tower in Yongdusan Park and rejuvenate at Hushimchung Spa.

Spend another day at sea. This is a great time to unwind, participate in onboard activities, or simply enjoy the ship’s amenities.

Best known for the spectacular views and the area’s delicious, fresh seafood, sushi, squid, and ramen. From the top of the Mount Hakodate, you’ll enjoy a magnificent view of the city. The former Goryōkaku Fort, Japan’s first Western style fortress, is now used in as a public park and is a popular spot for cherry blossom viewing. The park also features the tall, white Goryōkaku Tower that offers a panoramic view of the park, including mainland Japan across the Tsugaru Strait on clear days. Hakodate is literally a town of hot springs, and it even offers steamy outdoor footbaths to pedestrian

Located on Mutsu Bay, at the northern tip of Honshu, here, nature and culture fuse as one. The Shirakami Mountains, which embrace the world’s largest virgin forest of beech trees, have been awarded a World Heritage Site designation. Reminders of ancient times abound throughout Aomori Port as well, and you can also indulge in the serene atmosphere of the Sannai-Maruyama Ruins, Japan’s largest, which are said to have been established around 4,000 to 5,000 BC. The summer brings the city’s most beloved Nebuta Matsuri Festival, which features enormous lantern floats, taiko drums, and dancers that parade the downtown streets. Stroll Aomori’s premiere Shinsen Ichiba seafood market where restaurateurs hand-pick fresh produce then slurp up delicious ramen noodles at one of its counter restaurants.

Enjoy your final day at sea. Use this time to relax, participate in onboard activities, and prepare for disembarkation.

Your cruise holiday comes to an end. Enjoy your last breakfast on board. Once ashore a coach will transfer you to the airport for your flight home with transit.

The expected time of arrival in Malta is at 1405hrs