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Tour Overview
Experience Japan’s perfect harmony of ancient tradition and modern life on this 12-day Premium adventure through the cultural heart of the country. You’ll start among Tokyo’s soaring skyscrapers, then make your way to Hakone’s mountainous hot springs, where you’ll learn the meaning of true relaxation in a cloud of fragrant steam. See the Edo-period beauty of Takayama and be immersed in charming countryside life in Shirakawa-go before discovering the intriguing cultural diversity of Kyoto. Visit the powerful memorial and museum in Hiroshima, take a sushi-making class with an expert, soak away your worries in an onsen and travel with a local leader who’ll share the rich variety of their country as you visit temples, castles, shrines and holy mountains.
Trip Code: CJPJ
Start
Tokyo
End
Kyoto
Destination
Japan
Meals
11 breakfasts, 4 dinners
Transport
Boat, Public Bus, Cable Car, Ferry, Metro, Bullet Train, Train
Accommodation
Hotel (10 nt), Hakone Feature Stay (1 nt)
Days
12
Max Group Size
Min 1 - Max 12
Min Age
15
Style
Premiumi
Physical
2i
Trip Highlights
Why you'll love this trip
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Unwind surrounded by the beauty of nature at your Feature Stay accommodation in the hot spring town of Hakone – with mountain views, a traditional ryokan design, modern comforts and a private onsen (thermal pool) for each room, you’ll find relaxation here!
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Soak up some quintessentially Japanese Signature Experiences, including a sushi-making class and a guided meditation with a Zen Buddhist monk.
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Visit the sobering Hiroshima Peace Park and be reminded of this city’s history with a guided tour. Learn about how the city is recovering and is now dedicated to promoting world peace.
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Soak up Japan’s natural beauty – with stays in mountainous Hakone, glimpses of Mt Fuji and a stroll around the island of Miyajima with its famous floating torii (gate), plus views of the Japanese Alps in the ancient village of Shirakawa-go.
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Explore Tokyo – wander Asakusa (the temple district), explore the buzzing Shibuya district, find a treat in a depachika (underground food hall), discover the eccentric Harajuku district and get a bird’s-eye view of the city from the Tokyo Skytree.
Day by Day Itinerary
Itinerary
What's Included
Inclusions and activities
Meals
11 breakfasts, 4 dinners
Transport
Boat, Public Bus, Cable Car, Ferry, Metro, Bullet Train, Train
Accommodation
Hotel (10 nt), Hakone Feature Stay (1 nt)
Included activities
- Tokyo - Welcome dinner
- Tokyo - Sensoji Temple
- Tokyo - Shibuya walking tour
- Tokyo - Meiji Jingu Shrine
- Tokyo - Tokyo Skytree
Optional activities
Is This Trip Right for You?
Is this trip right for you?
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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.
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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.
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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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