Explore Japan: Neon cities, sacred shrines and samurai

Next stop: Japan! Up for a multi-destination trip through the heart of the country? Jump on the world-famous Shinkansen and zoom from metropolises to sanctuaries and mountain villages to islands to see a country like no other. Cross the street with 3,000 people at once in Tokyo and find yourself back between flickering neon signs. Then bask in the light of the Chochin lanterns that illuminate the geisha and samurai districts in Kyoto and Kanazawa. Finally, walk through the bright-red gates on a tour to the Fushimi Inari Shrine and feed the friendly deer in Nara's park. The tame and curious creatures also like to get up close and personal on Miyajama, but you won't be able to tear your eyes away from the red gate that seems to float atop the water. Shrines, bamboo forests, surreal castles and historical temples – make sure to bring your bucket list. You'll be ticking tons of boxes on this trip!