We have designed this tour to cater for those who wish to visit the renowned art museums and installations on the ‘art islands’ of the Seto Inland Sea. This is a boutique tour for a group of no more than six and will include stays at Benesse House* on Naoshima as well as the historically significant castle town of Matsue on the Japan Sea coast. In Matsue you will be able to enjoy staying in a modernized luxury Japanese hot springs inn (ryokan) and eating traditional meals.  At these two destinations, you will be able to see celebrated collections of Japanese and western art as well as a garden ranked as the best in Japan.  Starting and finishing in Kyoto this tour is suited to those who wish to add a specialized art tour to their holiday in Japan. 

Land content only. Included in Tour Price: 9 nights accommodation + breakfast; JR (Japan Rail) pass; entrance fees; public transport in Japan; luggage transfer where required; 5 meals (as indicated on the Itinerary); talks.

Not included in Tour Price: Comprehensive travel insurance; Daily lunch and dinner not indicated in the itinerary; All beverages; Airport transfers

Unfortunately we are unable to accommodate single travelers due to hotel booking requirements.

*We will do our best to secure reservations at Benesse House but due to high demand and a complex booking process we cannot guarantee that we can secure this reservation. We can confirm 6 months prior to the tour commencing. If we are unable to secure accommodation at Benesse House, we will find a suitable alternative.