8 days tour

Best Of Japan - 8 Days

Best Of Japan - 8 Days

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7 nights 3 star (inclusive of 1 night at a Japanese style inn) Lake Kawaguchi and Mt Fuji - Kachikachi-yama Ropeway and observatory. For tours staying at Lake Kawaguchi between 14 Apr โ€“ 28 May each year weโ€™ll visit to the Fuji Shibazakura (Moss Phlox) Festival with Mt Fuji as the backdrop Baggage forwarding service from Tokyo to Kyoto (one bag per person) Maximum Group size: 18 persons

Meals

3 breakfasts and 1 dinner at the Lake Kawaguchi

Accommodation

Airport arrival transfer to tour hotel (by train) from Narita or Haneda International Airport on day 1

Guide

Guided sightseeing and walking tours in Tokyo, Kamakura, Lake Kawaguchi and Kyoto Escorted by a licensed English speaking Japanese tour guide

Transport

All transportation and transfers - buses, trains and bullet trains including Suica swipe card Airport arrival transfer to tour hotel (by train) from Narita or Haneda International Airport on day 1

Not included:

Optional

Other activities and services are not included.

Others

Airport departure transfer International flights and visa If you are opting to pay the single supplement, allowing you the privacy of your own room on this tour, a single room will be provided for all nights with the exception of day 5 (at Lake Kawaguchi), where single rooms are not available. For this night you will be matched up with a fellow tour member of the same gender Tip for your tour guide. We recommend you allow USD$3-5 per day, per traveller. Tipping your guide is an entirely personal gesture

Insurance

Insurance is not included.

Flights

Flights are not included.

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Itinerary of your trip Best Of Japan - 8 Days

  • Day 1 Day 1: Tokyo
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Tokyo

      Saturday. Upon arrival to Tokyo you will be met at either Narita or Haneda International Airport by your guide. Travel by train into the heart of the city and check into your hotel. The rest of the day is free to spend at your leisure. We recommend arriving before 3pm on this day, as there will be a Welcome Meeting at 6pm, where you will meet your guide and the rest of the group.

  • Day 2 Day 2: Toyko Sightseeing - Sensoji Temple District, Harajuku & Shibuya
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Toyko Sightseeing - Sensoji Temple District, Harajuku & Shibuya

      Today we explore the capital. Taking the subway to Asakusa we visit the lively Sensoji Temple District, which is home to Tokyoโ€™s first temple and scores of interesting souvenir and craft stalls. In the afternoon weโ€™ll head to Harajuku, which is a magnet for young and fashionable Tokyoites with its hip shops and cafes. Here, weโ€™ll visit the impressive Meiji Shrine where the emperor Meiji and his wife are enshrined. Yoyogi Park, beside the shrine is a popular hangout for locals and there is always a lot going on, especially on Sundays with bands playing, drum circles, dancers and busking. The last stop of the day is Shibuya Crossing - regarded as one of the busiest intersections in the world. The famed junction has no less than 7 pedestrian crossings and when the traffic lights turn red a wave of pedestrians, up to a 1000, converge onto the intersection from every direction. Known as โ€™the scrambleโ€™, itโ€™s a well-practised art to duck and weave with sportsman like agility to avoid collision, which weโ€™ll watch from the second floor of Starbucks, located directly opposite the crossing. This evening offers free time, though if travelling in January, May and September you might like spend the evening watching a Sumo tournament (must be booked in advance). See our Trip Notes for more information.

  • Day 3 Day 3: Kamakura & The Bronze Buddha
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Kamakura & The Bronze Buddha

      Tokyo - Kamakura - Tokyo. This morning we board a train for our day trip to Kamakura, Japanโ€™s first feudal capital, which is just an hour from Tokyo. Kamakura is a popular seaside location with a quaint village life feel and some stunning Zen temples. Here weโ€™ll visit the iconic bronze Big Buddha and the Zen Temple of Hokokuji with its beautiful bamboo garden. Here, you can drink tea before walking the cobbled shopping district - adorned with lovely locally made items before returning to Japanโ€™s bustling capital for the night.

  • Day 4 Day 4: Tokyo National Museum & Free Time
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Tokyo National Museum & Free Time

      Today offers a guided tour of the Tokyo National Museum, housing a number of exhibitions from galleries to Japanese archeology. The Tokyo National Museum is located in Ueno Park, a large public park within central Tokyo and famous for a number of museums held within itโ€™s grounds. The remainder of the day offers free time to independently explore.

  • Day 5 Day 5: Mt Fuji & Lake Kawaguchi
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Mt Fuji & Lake Kawaguchi

      Tokyo - Lake Kawaguchi. This morning we travel by highway bus (with luggage forwarding) to Lake Kawaguchi, located at the foot of Mt Fuji in the Fuji Hakone Izu National Park. The scenery is stunning with panoramic views of a snow-capped Fuji most of the year. Upon arrival weโ€™ll travel along the Mount Fuji Panoramic Ropeway and visit the observatory. For tours staying at Lake Kawaguchi between 15 Apr โ€“ 28 May each year weโ€™ll visit the Springtime Fuji Shibazakura (Phlox Moss) Festival held at Motosu Lake, where the landscape is covered in a vibrant, hot pink moss with Fuji as the backdrop. No trip to Japan would be complete without sampling authentic Japanese hospitality at a Japanese style inn, which is where weโ€™ll bed down tonight. At the ryokan, sample tasty local cuisine and take a relaxing dip in the natural hot spring baths.

  • Day 6 Day 6: Kyoto - 1000 Statues Of Kannon & The Geisha District
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Kyoto - 1000 Statues Of Kannon & The Geisha District

      Lake Kawaguchi โ€“ Kyoto. The area has some great hiking trails and early this morning you might like to opt for a hike along the foreshores of the lake. We then travel by bus to Mishima, then bullet train to Kyoto - Japanโ€™s ancient and cultural capital. As one of the most culturally rich cities in Asia, Kyoto is home to an abundance of UNESCO World Heritage Sites, Buddhist temples and Shinto shrines. Here we enjoy a guided tour of Sanjusagen-do Temple, famous for its statues of Kannon, the goddess of mercy. The one thousand life-size statues of Kannon are made of Japanese cypress clad in gold leaf. They stand in 10 rows of 50, each hand crafted and slightly different from the next. Late this afternoon we head to Gion, for a walking tour of this famous Geisha District. After, you may wish to watch a cultural performance at Gion Corner Theatre where youโ€™ll have the opportunity to see a Maiko (apprentice Geisha) performing.

  • Day 7 Day 7: Kyoto - Nijo Castle, Golden Pavilion & Free Time
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Kyoto - Nijo Castle, Golden Pavilion & Free Time

      This morning, we enjoy a guided tour of Nijo Castle, one of the cityโ€™s most impressive UNESCO sites. Built by the first Tokugawa shogun in 1603, the exquisite Nijo Castle is a wonderful example of Momoyama architecture. After, we visit Kinkakuji (Golden Pavilion) a stunning Zen Buddhist temple and part of the Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto World Heritage Site. The top two floors of the monument are completely covered in gold leaf. Set upon a small lake with landscaped gardens, the large completely gilt structure is impressive, as it is a beautiful Temple. Kinkakuji Temple continues to be one of Japanโ€™s most visited temples. This afternoon offers free time for you to relax or to further discover the many sights of Kyoto your own way. Consider visiting Fushimi Inari Shrine, famous for its winding path lined by thousands of bright red torii gates. Just a short train ride away from the main Kyoto Station, this must-see sight is free to visit and is open 24 hours a day. You might also wish to hire a Kimono and walk the streets as many Japanese do or take part in a cooking lesson.

  • Day 8 Day 8: Kyoto
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: Kyoto

      Saturday. On day 8 our tour comes to an end after hotel check out. Prefer to end your tour in Tokyo? On day 8 you can opt to travel by train from Kyoto to Tokyo, where you will spend the night. On day 9 (Sunday) catch the train to Tokyo Airport (breakfast excluded on day 9). For information about visas, top travel tips and much more, take a look through our travel guide.

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Basic

Almost everyone is fit for these activities. Every hike or physical exercise last less than 30 minutes, such as paragliding and horseback riding. Please ask about specific conditions.

Age range

Age range

Min: 16 / Max: 99

Age range allowed for this experience.

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