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Tour Overview

Round up the kids and embark on an adventure through the 'Land of the Rising Sun' on this 12-day family trip through Japan. From the palaces of ancient emperors to whizzing bullet trains, this journey packs in the best stuff to see and do as a family, plus plenty of time to kick back and soak it up in the onsen. Learn the art of calligraphy in Tokyo, ride the Hakone Ropeway for views of Mt Fuji and immerse yourself in Japanese culture in Kyoto. With the local expertise of your leader to guide you at every step of the way, this is a family holiday that’s sure to create lifelong memories.

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Trip Code: CJFP

Start

Tokyo

End

Kyoto

Destination

Japan

Meals

11 breakfasts, 3 dinners

Transport

Bullet Train, Train, Cable car, Taxi, Tram

Accommodation

Hotels (9 nights), Ryokan (2 nights)

Days

12

Max Group Size

Min 2 - Max 16

Min Age

5

Style

Originali

Physical

2i

Trip Highlights

Why you'll love this trip

  • Try your hand at traditional calligraphy in Shinjuku, then learn to cook your own okonomiyaki on a relaxing boat cruise around Tokyo Bay – Tokyo’s full of fun activities for the whole family!

  • Explore Hakone by cable-car, pirate ship and with a peaceful walk around the lake – maybe even catch a glimpse of the iconic Mt Fuji on a clear day – before relaxing in the soothing waters of an onsen.

  • Visit Himeji Castle – Japan's grandest samurai castle – then dive into Kyoto’s local culture with a walk around the famous Gion district.

  • Learn about a sobering yet important chapter of Japan’s history at the Hiroshima Peace Park, followed by a visit to the relaxing island of Miyajima where deer roam the streets.

  • Take a daytrip from Kyoto to Arashiyama and cruise along the Hozugawa River on a boat ride – this route along the river is over 400 years old and surrounded by lush rolling mountains – then, visit a bamboo forest.

Day by Day Itinerary

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Trip route map

What's Included

Inclusions and activities

Meals

11 breakfasts, 3 dinners

Transport

Bullet Train, Train, Cable car, Taxi, Tram

Accommodation

Hotels (9 nights), Ryokan (2 nights)

Included activities

  • Tokyo - Sensoji Temple
  • Tokyo - Monjayaki Dinner on Boat
  • Tokyo – Harajuku walk
  • Tokyo - Japanese & Calligraphy lesson
  • Hakone - Lake Ashinoko boat cruise

Optional activities

    Is This Trip Right for You?

    Is this trip right for you?

    • There are some long travelling days on this trip, but it’s all part of the adventure and a great way to get to know your fellow travellers.

    • This trip requires a moderate level of fitness as it involves some walking and swimming, allowing you to really get among nature. Please bring sturdy, comfortable walking shoes, a swimsuit and comfortable clothing.

    • Multiple activities on this trip are subject to weather and water conditions and on occasion, may be cancelled for safety or operational reasons. In the case of cancellation, we will endeavour to find a suitable replacement activity.

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