Discover Japan
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Trip includes
- Round-trip economy class airfare into Tokyo (HND), out of Osaka (ITM)
- Round-trip airport transfers*
- Accommodation in hotels listed, or similar: 3 nights in Tokyo at the Park Hotel Tokyo
- 2 nights in Takayama at the Hida Hotel Plaza
- 1 night in Kanazawa at the Hotel Nikko Kanazawa
- 3 nights in Kyoto at the Ana Crowne Plaza Hotel Kyoto Sightseeing as described in the itinerary, including the following: Visit to Meiji Shrine & Asakusa Kannon Temple
- Calligraphy class & traditional tea ceremony
- Cable car ride to view Mount Fuji and visit to Chureito Pagoda
- Tour of Matsumoto Castle & Matsumoto City Museum
- Visit to Kenroku-en Garden
- Sightseeing tour to Sanjusangendo Temple, Fushimi Inari Shrine and Kiyomizu Temple
- Japanese cooking class
- Excursion to Nara with visits to Todaiji Temple and Kasuga Shrine American breakfast daily, 5 lunches and 3 dinners
- Services of a Professional Travel Director
- Transportation by private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach (with complimentary Wi-Fi)
- Thunderbird express train from Kanazawa to Kyoto
- Hotel tips, taxes, porterage and service charges *Note:To take advantage of the included transfers, flight must arrive into HND between 5:45 am and 10:50 pm, and depart ITM between 6:00 am and 10:00 pm **Note: Children must be 8 years or older at time of travel.
Itinerary
Touch down in Japan's colorful capital and enjoy a comfortable transfer to your first hotel. Spend the night settling in, then begin exploring! Treat yourself to a delicious first-night dinner of traditional Japanese cuisine.
Rise and shine! After an energizing breakfast, meet your tour director and traveling companions for a morning of sightseeing in Tokyo. Your tour will take you to the Meiji Shrine, a magnificent 20th-century Shinto monument set in a man-made forest. You'll also ...
Grab your camera and get ready for a day of spectacular scenery! This morning, leave the city and head south along the coast to the beautiful Five Lakes region. Upon arrival, take a cable car ride (weather permitting) for panoramic views of Lake Kawaguchi and t...
Recharge with breakfast, then journey to Matsumoto, gateway to the Japanese Alps! Visit the famous Matsumoto Castle, dating back to 1593, then discover fascinating history at the Matsumoto City Museum!
Later in the day, you'll travel through the ruggedly...
Feel like a local this morning, as you visit the morning market, where farmers display their locally grown fruits, vegetables, and flowers. After a pleasant start to your day, visit Takayama Jinya, a former government office during the Edo Period from 1692-1868...
This morning, have your camera handy as you enjoy a scenic drive through the mountainous Shokawa Valley to Shirakawa! This remote region of Japan is home to several UNESCO World Heritage Sites due to the unique Gassho-Zukuri-style thatched houses that can be fo...
All aboard! This morning, board the Thunderbird Express Train for your journey to stunning Kyoto. Upon arrival, stop at Sanjusangendo Temple, famous for its 1,001 statues of Kannon, the Buddhist goddess of mercy. Flanking the main statue are 1,000 more life-siz...
Wake up smiling - you're in Kyoto! Start your morning with a visit to jaw-dropping Kinkakuji, the Temple of the Gold Pavilion. Next, head to Yuzen Handmade Corner to learn about the Yuzen dyeing technique used to decorate kimonos by painting dye directly onto c...
While it might be your last full day in Japan, the fun is far from over. This morning, take an excursion to Nara, the oldest capital of Japan! Upon arrival, visit two separate UNESCO World Heritage Sites. First, you'll stop at Todaiji Temple in Nara Park. Built...
Squeeze all your souvenirs into your luggage and kiss Kyoto goodbye. Enjoy a comfortable transfer to the airport, then spend your flight home dreaming about your next adventure!
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