9 Days Classic Japan Getaway Tour Package

Duration: 9 Days / 8 Nights
Dates: Jul - Dec
Priced From  $ 3,149 pp Dbl. Occ.




In order to fully appreciate this land of contrasts, it is necessary to consider this itinerary which combines contemporary Japan with its traditional and historical attractions. From Imperial castles to snow-capped mountains and from Shinto shrines to modern boulevards, this is Japan.

Day 1.

Day 2. Arrive Tokyo. Upon arrival into Tokyo, you will be met and given the appropriate bus tickets for the transfer to your hotel. The representative will show you the departure point for the bus. Check-in to your hotel and spend the remainder of the day at leisure.

Day 3. Tokyo sightseeing. Morning tour, including the Imperial Palace Plaza, Asakusa Kannon Temple, Tokyo Tower and Tasaki Pearl Gallery. The afternoon is free to explore this amazing city. B

Day 4. Tokyo to Hakone. Leave Tokyo by bus for Hakone National Park. En route, drive half way up Mount Fuji for a view of the surrounding countryside. Later enjoy a cruise on Lake Ashi followed by a cable car ride to the top of Mount Komogatake where you will have a spectacular view of Mount Fuji. Overnight in Hakone. BL

Day 5. Hakone to Kyoto. Today is a full day of sightseeing around Kyoto. This will include the Golden Pavillion, Nijo Castle, Imperial Palace, Sanjusangendo Temple Hall, Heian Jingu Shrine and Kiyomizu Temple. B

Day 6. Kyoto sightseeing. Morning tour, includes the Golden Pavilion, Nijo Castle and the Kyoto Imperial Palace (Palace tour closed on weekends). The afternoon is free to explore this fascinating city further. B

Day 7. Kyoto to Hiroshima. Transfer to the railway station for the bullet train to Hiroshima. On arrival, continue by bus to Miyajima Island with its UNESCO protected shrine. Later return to Hiroshima and visit the Peace Memorial Park and the Atomic Bomb Dome. Overnight in Hiroshima. B

Day 8. Kyoto to Osaka Airport or Tokyo Airport. Your last morning is at leisure until ready to depart by bus to Osaka or by train to Tokyo Airport. B