Discover the journey in greater detail, from daily experiences and accommodations to the private jet and the TCS World Travel experience.

November 16 – 19 (Three nights)
Extended Itinerary Begins

An opening chapter in ancient Kyoto
Choose to begin quietly in Kyoto, where late autumn lingers in temple gardens, bamboo groves, and the soft afternoon light that settles along the Kamogawa River. Over three days, the optional extended itinerary offers a slower entry to Japan before the bullet train carries you onward to Tokyo.

Accommodations: The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto

November 19 – 22 (Three Nights)
Classic Itinerary Begins

Where the story comes alive
Tokyo is a city of contrasts, where ancient temples and historic neighborhoods sit alongside soaring skyscrapers and cutting-edge innovation. High above it all, Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Otemachi offers a sense of calm amid the capital’s constant motion. Begin at a gentler pace, exploring historic shrines, taking part in a traditional bonsai styling experience, and discovering the craftsmanship and creativity that continue to define Tokyo today. Choose to spend three days in the city, or venture into the Japanese Alps for an overnight stay in a traditional ryokan.

Accommodations: Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Otemachi

November 20 – 21 (One Night)

Japanese Mountains
Journey into the mountains of Nagano for an overnight stay in a traditional ryokan. Here, restorative hot springs, seasonal cuisine, and warm hospitality offer a moment of pause amid Tokyo’s energy. Nearby, observe Japanese macaques gathering in natural thermal pools as the snow begins to settle across the surrounding landscape. Spend the night , before heading back to Tokyo and the journey ahead.

Accommodations: Kanbayashi Hotel Senjukaku

November 22 – 25 (Three Nights)

A private island in the clear waters of the Sulu Sea
In the turquoise waters of Palawan’s Cuyo Archipelago, Pamalican Island is a private escape far removed from the everyday. Accessible only by charter flight and home to one exclusive resort, Amanpulo, the island enjoys calm seas and exceptional underwater visibility during the year’s closing months. After the energy of Japan, three nights here offer time to explore vibrant reefs, discover nearby communities, and settle into the island’s unhurried rhythm.

Accommodations: Amanpulo

November 25 – 27 (Two nights)

Thanksgiving in the heart of Sichuan
The city of Chengdu comes alive during the cooler days of late autumn, when teahouses fill, hot pot restaurants buzz, and busy streets take on a distinctly local rhythm. Explore the historic lanes of Kuanzhaixiangzi, visit the UNESCO-listed Sichuan Giant Panda Sanctuaries, and settle in for a traditional Sichuan feast and face-changing performance.

Accommodations: Upper House Chengdu

November 27 – 30 (Three nights)

Ancient valleys carved by time
By late November, Cappadocia’s valleys hold the last gold of autumn. Shaped by volcanic stone and centuries of human ingenuity, the region is home to some of the world’s most enchanting landscapes, its valleys punctuated by cone-shaped rock formations known as “fairy chimneys.” Still mornings bring possibility of sunrise hot-air ballooning above sculpted terrain, while evenings are spent immersed in the history and traditions of the Silk Road.

Accommodations: Museum Hotel

November 30 – December 2 (Two nights)

A dramatic finale amid Iceland’s elemental landscapes
As winter begins to settle across Iceland, long nights and fleeting daylight transform the landscape. Explore geothermal wonders, vast volcanic landscapes and powerful waterfalls by day, before gathering beneath dark Arctic skies in pursuit of the Northern Lights—an elemental and deeply rewarding conclusion to the journey.

Accommodations: Black Sand Hotel