RMS Caronia Timeline

1967 Great World Cruise
Shore Excursions - Tours #81/82

Kobe

Monday, 03 April 1967

Tour #81: Kyoto, Hakon, Kamakura,
Tokyo & Nikko

5 days by Motor Coach, Train & Motor Launch

Monday, 03 April 1967
KOBE - KYOTO

Leave shortly after arrival, and drive to Kyoto.

Sightseeing in Japan's classical city includes Nijo Castle, Heian Shrine, and the Golden Pavilion.

Overnight at the Miyako Hotel.

In the evening, attend a special sukiyaki dinner with Geisha entertainment at a leading Japanese restaurant.

Tuesday, 04 April 1967
KYOTO - HAKONE

In the morning, leave by super limited express train for an interesting ride through the picturesque countryside of Japan to Odawara.

Continue by motor coach along the shores of Lake Hakone with beautiful views of snow-clad Fujiyama (weather permitting).

Afternoon sightseeing features a cable car ride to Sounzan and a cruise by motor launch on Lake Hakone.

Overnight at the Hakone Kanko Hotel.

Wednesday, 05 April 1967
HAKONE - KAMAKURA - TOKYO

Morning drive to visit the giant Daibutsu Buddha.

Continue to Tokyo, where the afternoon is at leisure for shopping and independent activities.

Two nights' accommodations at the Hotel New Otoni.

In the evening, attend a performance of the girls' revue at the Kokusai Theatre.

Thursday, 06 April 1967
TOKYO - NIKKO - TOKYO

Leave by early morning train for Nikko.

Upon arrival, sightseeing will feature the Sacred Bridge and the Toshogu Shrine with its brilliant Yomeimon Gate. Luncheon at the Kanaya Hotel.

In the afternoon, drive into the mountainous countryside to visit Lake Chuzenji and Kegon Waterfall.

Return to Tokyo by late afternoon train.

Friday, 07 April 1967
TOKYO - YOKOHAMA

Morning sightseeing in Tokyo includes the Imperial Palace Plaza, the Diet Building, Meiji Shrine Outer Garden, Ueno Park, and famous Ginza Street.

After luncheon, motor to Yokohama and rejoin the Caronia.

Membership limited.

  • Fare A: Sharing twin-bedded room, with bath $245
  • Fare B: Single room, with bath $265

Monday, 03 April 1967

Tour #82: Kyoto, Tokyo & Nikko

4 days by Motor Coach and Train

Monday, 03 April 1967
KOBE - KYOTO

Leave shortly after arrival, and drive to Kyoto.

Sightseeing in Japan's classical city includes Nijo Castle, Heian Shrine, and the Golden Pavilion.

Overnight at International Hotel Kyoto.

In the evening, attend a special sukiyaki dinner with Geisha entertainment at a leading Japanese restaurant.

Tuesday, 04 April 1967
KYOTO - TOKYO

In the morning, leave by super limited express train for Tokyo.

Afternoon sightseeing includes the Imperial Palace Plaza, the Diet Building, Meiji Shrine Outer Garden, Ueno Park, and famous Ginza Street.

Two nights' accommodations at the Imperial Hotel.

In the evening, attend a performance of the girls' revue at the Kokusai Theatre.

Wednesday, 05 April 1967
TOKYO - NIKKO - TOKYO

Leave by early morning train for Nikko.

Upon arrival, sightseeing will feature the Sacred Bridge and the Toshogu Shrine with its brilliant Yomeimon Gate.

Luncheon at the Kanaya Hotel.

In the afternoon, drive into the mountainous countryside to visit Lake Chuzenji and Kegon Waterfall.

Return to Tokyo by late afternoon train.

Thursday, 06 April 1967
TOKYO - YOKOHAMA

The morning is at leisure in Japan's capital city for shopping and other independent activities.

In mid-afternoon, motor to Yokohama and rejoin the Caronia.

Membership limited.

  • Fare A: Sharing twin-bedded room, with bath $205
  • Fare B: Single room, with bath $220