Guntu (Beppu)

Day 00 (Wed, 30 Sep’26)

Assemble at Singapore Changi Airport for flight to Fukuoka 

Day 01 (Thu, 01 Oct’26) 
Singapore – Fukuoka – Beppu
(-/Lunch/Dinner)
Hotel: ANA InterContinental Beppu Resort & Spa (Hot Spring) or similar 

Beginning your journey in Fukuoka this morning, start off by visiting a fruit farm for some pear picking. In season at this time, take your pick of large, juicy pears from the tree and try them on the spot. 

Day 02 (Fri, 02 Oct’26)
Beppu
(Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
Hotel: ANA InterContinental Beppu Resort & Spa (Hot Spring) or similar 

Option 1:

Spend the day exploring Tashibu no Sho, one of Kyushu’s best preserved rural landscapes. Part of the Kunisaki Peninsula’s Globally Important Agricultural Heritage Systems, this historic area showcases traditional rice fields, irrigation channels and farmhouses that reflect centuries-old agricultural practices. Take a walk through the village for a rare glimpse into Japan’s countryside.  

Option 2:

Pay a visit to a pottery workshop in the old castle town of Usuki and learn about Usuki Pottery. A rare form of pottery originating in the late Edo period, Usuki pottery was abandoned for around 200 years before local potters revived it again. Designed with the goal of accentuating the food placed on it, get hands on in creating your own masterpiece in a pottery-making experience.

Day 03 (Sat, 03 Oct’26)
Beppu – Otake
(Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
Hotel: Simose Art Garden Villa or similar 

Taking a shinkansen over to Iwakuni today, visit Kintaikyo Bridge, one of the three most famous bridges in Japan stretching across the 200-metre width of the Nishiki River. Constructed from six different kinds of wood joined by expert craftsmanship, the five wooden arches of the bridge are so picturesque that they have been awarded two stars in the Michelin Green Guide to Japan.

Day 04 (Sun, 04 Oct’26)
Otake
(Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
Hotel: Simose Art Garden Villa or similar 

Option 1:

Spend the day exploring the acclaimed Simose Art Museum, where contemporary art, design and nature exist in perfect harmony. Set along the Seto Inland Sea, this remarkable cultural complex was designed by world-renowned architect Shigeru Ban and is celebrated for its seamless integration of landscape, water and light.

Afterwards, relax at your accommodation at the connected Simose Art Garden Villa. Each private villa is designed with minimalist elegance, featuring expansive glass walls, refined natural materials and uninterrupted views of the surrounding gardens or sea. Enjoy a refined dining experience inspired by local ingredients, and peaceful moments fully connected to art, nature, and the rhythm of the landscape.

Option 2:

Travel out to Yanai’s Shirakabe no Machinami, one of western Japan’s best-preserved historic merchant districts. Lined with elegant white-walled storehouses, this atmospheric street dates back to the Edo period, when Yanai flourished as a prosperous trading town along the Seto Inland Sea. Stroll through the charming lanes and discover traditional townhouses, small museums, craft shops and local sweet stores, offering a glimpse into Japan’s commercial heritage and refined craftsmanship.

Later, do some shopping at The Outlets Hiroshima, an extensive shopping mall with the largest selection of outlet stores in the region. Peruse a wide selection of Japanese and international brands, local goods and souvenirs, and explore the many available entertainment options too.

Day 05 (Mon, 05 Oct’26)
Otake – Onomichi
(Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
Hotel: On board guntû 

Embark on a luxury cruise to remember as you begin your journey on guntû today. Akin to a luxury ryokan sailing through the serene waters of the Seto Inland Sea, guntû has gained accolades as one of the world’s best travel destinations for its exceptional cruise experience. Cast your cares aside and find rest in the comfort of inviting wooden interiors topped by an iconic gable roof, spacious rooms embellished with endless views of the sparkling sea, and a soothing atmosphere where you can fully be at ease.

Day 06 (Tue, 06 Oct’26)
Seto Inland Sea
(Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
Hotel: On board guntû 

Soak in the peaceful seascapes as you travel through the Seto Inland Sea and nourish your body and soul with stellar gourmet meals on board, adapted to your liking and prepared to your preference. Choose freely from Japanese and Western cuisine prepared with the freshest local seafood and seasonal produce and complete your table with whatever you fancy. With a dining philosophy of ‘enjoy what you want, as much as you want’, you will be spoilt for choice with the plenitude of options presented. 

Day 07 (Wed, 07 Oct’26)
Seto Inland Sea
(Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
Hotel: On board guntû 

Participate in curated off-ship excursions at pitstops along your journey and lavish in more relaxation on board guntû as you make full use of its facilities throughout your voyage. Lounge on the engawa, a Japanese veranda, as you contemplate the passing scenery, partake in wagashi sweets and tea made fresh before you in the Lounge, and soak in rejuvenating cypress baths looking out over the tranquil sea.

Day 08 (Thu, 08 Oct’26)
Onomichi – Osaka
(Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
Hotel: The Osaka Station Hotel, Autograph Collection or similar 

Bid farewell to guntû as you disembark this morning and take a shinkansen onwards to Osaka where you will have some free time to enjoy the city.

Day 09 (Fri, 09 Oct’26)
Osaka
(Breakfast/-/-)
Hotel: The Osaka Station Hotel, Autograph Collection or similar 

Free and easy

Day 10 (Sat, 10 Oct’26)
Osaka – Kansai – Singapore
(Breakfast/-/-) 

Flight back to Singapore