We're proud to present a unique and exciting Culinary Tour with Japan as the focus while exploring South Korea and China as ports of the cruise.  For those people looking for a truly uniqe and luxurious cruise experience, this vacation will deliver the memories of a lifetime.

We look forward to sharing the photos and stories of this great experience!

Includes:

  • Return International Economy Airfare from Vancouver
  • 5 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches & 1 Dinner on land portion.
  • All transfers as per itinerary
  • Japanese Culinary experience
  • Diver and Guide services in Tokyo & Hakone (Gratuities not included)
  • 4 nights in the 5* Shangri-La, Tokyo
  • $200.00 Food & Beverage credit at the Shangri-La Tokyo
  • 1st class round trip rail passage on the Bullet Train
  • 1 night at traditional Ryokan in Hakone with private bath
  • 10 nights in Vista Suite on the 5* Silver Shadow
  • Silver Shadow’s All-Inclusive Value
  • $500 US (to a max of $1000.00) Stateroom Credit.
  • All events with the Relais & Chateaux L’Ecole Des Chefs Program
  • An evening at the Le Champagne by Relais & Chateaux
  • Double entry Chinese Visa


The all inclusive price is $ 11,600 per guest

Upgrade to a suite with a private verandah - Add $2,280 per guest

Pricing is per person based on double occupancy and is in CAD. Minimum of 12 guests based on double occupancy required for program to run. Pricing is subject to confirmation at time of booking.

Trip Itinerary
Sept 17, 2012 Depart Vancouver for Japan
Sept 18 Tokyo, Japan Arrive into Narita and transfer to your hotel
Sept 19 Tokyo, Japan Tokyo sightseeing with English guide
Sept 20 Hakone, Japan Travel by train to the famous Hot Springs area.  Sightseeing and overnight in traditional Ryokan
Sept 21 Tokyo, Japan Travel Back to Tokyo and enjoy free time
Sept 22 Tokyo, Japan Culinary experience including grocery shopping before class
Sept 23 Tokyo, Japan Transfer to Silver Shadow - depart 5pm
Sept 24 At See Enjoy all the Silver Shadow has to offer
Sept 25 Kagoshima, Japan Arrive at 8:00am / Depart at 6:00pm
Sept 26 Nagasaki, Japan Arrive at 8:00am / Depart at 6:00pm
Sept 27 Jeju, S Korea Arrive at 8:00am / Depart at 6:00pm
Sept 28 At Sea Enjoy all the Silver Shadow has to offer
Sept 29 Shanghai, China Arrive at 2:00am
Sept 30 Shanghai, China Depart at 8:30pm
Oct 1 At Sea Enjoy all the Silver Shadow has to offer
Oct 2 Incheon(Seoul), South Korea Arrive 8:00am / Depart 6:00pm
Oct 3 At Sea Enjoy all the Silver Shadow has to offer
Oct 4 Tianjin(Beijing), China Arrive at 7:00am. Transfer to the airport for your Flight Back to Vancouver or extend your stay in China

 

Your hosts for this Culinary Tour
Shane3web Shane Maddaford
Shane has six-year experience working on cruise ships in TheBoutiques On-board. Shane’s experience on-board and especially in Ports of Call – throughout North & South America, Europe and the South Pacific – make him one of Renshaw Travel’s most knowledgeable Cruise Specialists. This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
izumi-June2011web Izumi Ogawa
A native of Tokyo, Izumi has a passion for arranging travelfor others. As a frequent traveller herself, she has discovered the key components to what makes a vacation enjoyable. Her intimate knowledge of Japan, its’ cities, culture and transportation will prove invaluable to ensuring your time in Japan will provide you with memories for a lifetime. This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
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Chef David Bilsland
Chef David was educated in classical French cooking at Thames Valley University, completing advanced Chef Diplomas in both Cuising and Patisserie.  He then began his professional culinary career in some of the top establishments in the UK, including the Waldorf Hotel, Langans Brasserie and Stringfellows.
Contact Shane or Izumi at the office 604.733.1010 or toll free 1.800.745.7753

 

Ryokan
A ryokan (旅館?) is a type of traditional Japanese inn that originated
in the Edo period (1603–1868), when such inns served travelers along
Japan's highways. Our location, Gorahanaougi, features Tatami-matted
rooms, public areas where visitors may wear yukata and areas to
experience the local Hot Springs. Traditional Japanese cuisine is included
with each room.


Le Champagne
The only Wine Restaurant by Relais & Châteaux at sea can be found aboard the ships of Silversea. Indulge in an evening where fine wines are complemented by a set tasting menu of regionally inspired dishes. An extraordinary six-course experience celebrating the world’s most distinguished wine regions.


L’École des Chefs Cooking School by Relais & Châteaux
Experience a unique cooking school concept at the first Relais & Châteaux L’École des Chefs cooking school at sea. A broad curriculum of tantalising culinary events has been designed exclusively for Silversea by Relais & Châteaux. Witness culinary vision and creativity up close with an exciting array of cooking classes hosted by Silversea's Culinary Trainer, Chef David Bilsland.

Cooking Demonstrations
Watch the chef at work creating his favourite dishes, which are then paired with the perfect wine by the head sommelier.

Lunch & Learn
Join a small group of fellow epicureans at this intimate cooking and lunching event. The chef will demonstrate preparation of your appetiser, main course and dessert, serving each course while preparing the next.

Market to Plate
Embark on a market tour to shop for fresh ingredients that will later be skilfully transformed into masterpieces of regional specialities — either during a cooking class on board or at an actual Relais & Châteaux property. This unique shoreside event and Slow Food experience will be offered in Shanghai **Subject to confirmation**

Cooking Competitions
You will be entertained and educated by inspiring cooking demonstrations that showcase the very best in culinary finesse.


Cancellations

Prior to 120 days: $100.00 per person penalty
120 – 91 days prior to departure date: 15% of the total fare per person
90 – 46 days prior to departure date: 50% of the total fare per person
45 – 31 days prior to departure date: 75% of the total fare per person
30 – 0 days prior to departure date or non-appearance: 100% of the total fare per person

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