13 Day Best of Japan Tour Package – The Golden Route

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Embark on a 13 Day Best of Japan Tour Package – The Golden Route and explore the richness, culture, flavors, and history of Japan over two luxurious weeks.

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13 Day Best of Japan Tour Package – The Golden Route Highlights
  • Adventure across the Japan Golden Route with expert local guides
  • In Tokyo, visit the famous Imperial Palace, Senso-ji Temple, fish market, Harajuku district, and more
  • Admire the breathtaking Mount Fuji and Lake Kawaguchi
  • Uncover the beauty of Shirakawa-go and Kanazawa on your own
  • See Kyoto’s Buddhist temples, Nara Park, and the Itsukushima Shrine in Hiroshima
  • Enjoy inclusive high-speed train tickets, getting you from one city to the next
  • Spend 12 nights in beautiful hotels, from busy cities to tranquil villages
  • Discover Osaka’s 17th-century architecture and unforgettable castle
  • Be guided by expert locals, but also get a chance to explore on your own
Trip Contents
  • Expert Local Guides: Throughout your 13-day adventure across Japan
  • Accommodation: 12 nights in excellent hotels across Tokyo, Kanazawa, Kyoto, and Osaka
  • Bullet Train Tickets: Inclusive high-speed train tickets for seamless city-to-city travel
  • Flexibility: Blend of guided tours with opportunities for self-guided exploration
  • Cultural Immersion: Deep dive into Japanese culture, history, and flavors
What's Not Included
  • Entrance Fees: Entrance fees to attractions and temples (except as specified)
  • Meals: Meals not explicitly mentioned in the ‘Includes’ section
  • Personal Expenses: Souvenirs, additional snacks, and personal shopping
  • Travel Insurance: Personal travel insurance is not included
  • Gratuities: Gratuities for guides or other services
What to Expect
  • Rich Cultural Exploration: Immerse in the diverse culture, flavors, and history of Japan over 13 days.
  • Iconic Destinations: Visit must-see locations including Tokyo, Mount Fuji, Kyoto, Hiroshima, and more.
  • Expert Guidance & Freedom: Benefit from expert-led tours and enjoy self-guided exploration in historic villages.
  • Luxurious Accommodation: Stay in excellent hotels across major cities and tranquil villages for 12 nights.
  • Seamless Travel: Travel across Japan’s Golden Route with inclusive bullet train tickets.
Meeting Information
  • Start Location: Tokyo (Detailed meeting point provided upon booking confirmation).
  • Start Time: Day 2 of the itinerary is the official tour start day (Day 1 is arrival). Specific start time for Day 2 will be provided.
  • End Location: Osaka (Tour concludes after Day 12 in Osaka, Day 13 is departure).
  • Duration: 13 Days (12 nights accommodation). Guided and self-guided touring from Day 2 to Day 12.
Notes & Essential Information
  • Self-Guided Exploration: Shirakawa-go and Kanazawa tours are self-guided to allow for independent discovery.
  • Itinerary Order: The sequence of days in the itinerary may change to enhance your tour experience.
  • Customize Your Experience: Options to add airport transfers and extra nights during the booking process.
  • Recommended Transport Pass (Tokyo): Consider purchasing a Tokyo Metro pass for convenient travel within Tokyo.
  • Shirakawa-go Visit Days: Activities in Shirakawa-go vary by day of the week; refer to the itinerary for specifics.
  • Non-refundable Train Tickets: Please be aware that bullet train tickets are non-refundable after issuance.
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Itinerary
Day 1
Arrival in Tokyo
  • 🛬 Optional shared airport transfer
  • 🛌 Overnight in Tokyo
Day 2
Tokyo City Tour
  • 🚉 Begin your walking tour at Tokyo Station
  • 🏯 Head to the beautiful gardens of the Imperial Palace
  • 🌉 Enjoy views from the stunning Nijubashi Bridge
  • 🏮 Head to the Asakusa neighborhood
  • ⛩️ Visit the famous Senso-ji Temple
  • 🛍️ Shop on Nakamise-dori street
  • 🍱 Free time for lunch
  • 🙏 Visit the Meiji Jingu Shrine
  • 🎏 Check out the colorful and vibrant Harajuku district
  • 🚦 See the famous Shibuya Crossing in Shibuya
  • 🛌 Overnight in Tokyo
Day 3
Tsukiji Fish Market & Culture
  • ⛩️ Visit a 300-year-old Buddhist temple and learn ancient traditions
  • 🍣 Explore the bustling Tsukiji Fish Market
  • 🍱 During lunch, sample fresh seafood like sashimi bowls
  • 👀 Ride up to a secret observatory deck for city skyline views
  • 🛌 Overnight in Tokyo
Day 4
Free Day in Tokyo
  • 🏙️ Take the day to freely explore Tokyo at your own pace
  • 🍽️ Try local restaurants and cuisine
  • 🧘 Relax at your hotel or explore hidden gems
  • 🛌 Overnight in Tokyo
Day 5
Mount Fuji and Lake Kawaguchi Day Trip
  • 🚌 Head to Oishi Park for views of Lake Kawaguchi & Mount Fuji
  • ⛩️ Visit Arakura-Fuji Sengen Shrine
  • 🔭 Reach the 5th Station for epic views of Mount Fuji
  • 💧 Taste fresh water at Oshino Hakkai’s natural ponds
  • 🛌 Overnight in Tokyo
Day 6
Morning Bullet Train to Kanazawa
  • 🚄 Take the Shinkansen bullet train from Tokyo to Kanazawa
  • 🏞️ Explore Kanazawa on your own – visit Kenrokuen Garden (suggested)
  • 🛌 Overnight in Kanazawa
Day 7
Shirakawa-go Self-Guided Tour
  • 🚌 Monday/Tuesday/Friday: Shirakawa-go and Gokayama
    • 📍 Drop off at Roadside Station
    • ⏳ 3 hours to explore Shirakawa-go village & have lunch (included)
    • 🚶 Walk around Gokayama Kaminashi district & discover Gokayama village
  • 🚌 Sunday/Saturday: Shirakawa-go
    • 📍 Drop off at Roadside Station
    • ⏳ 1.5 hours free time to have lunch & explore Shirakawa-go (UNESCO site)
    • 🏘️ See old townscapes & wander the tranquil village
  • 🚌 Wednesday/Thursday: Shirakawa-go, Gokayama & Hida-Takayama
    • 📍 Drop off at Roadside Station
    • ⏳ 2 hours to explore Shirakawa-go (UNESCO site)
    • 🏯 See treasures of Hida-Takayama, Edo period castle town
  • 🛌 Overnight in Kanazawa
Day 8
Train to Kyoto & Free Time
  • 🚆 Take the Thunderbird train to Kyoto
  • 🚶 Free time in Kyoto – explore serene streets & Gion’s teahouses
  • 🛌 Overnight in Kyoto
Day 9
Kyoto & Nara Day Trip
  • 🎋 Walk through the world-famous Arashiyama Bamboo Forest
  • ⛩️ Visit the Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine
  • ✨ See the Golden Pavilion (Kinkaku-ji Temple)
  • 🌳 Arrive in Nara & explore Nara Park
  • 🏯 Visit the sacred Todai-ji Temple
  • 🛌 Overnight in Kyoto
Day 10
Train Transfer to Osaka & Food Tour
  • 🚆 Train transfer to Osaka
  • 🚶 Stroll through streets of Shinsekai & Nishinari
  • 🍜 Learn about Osakan food culture with expert guide
  • 🔪 Explore a famous Japanese knife shop
  • 🍽️ Stop at 5 local eateries: izakaya, eatery, tachinomiya, quirky restaurant, Udon store
  • 🍻 Enjoy 2 complimentary drinks (beer, sake, plum wine, etc.)
  • 🛌 Overnight in Osaka
Day 11
Hiroshima & Miyajima Island Excursion
  • 🚄 Board Shinkansen to Hiroshima
  • ⛴️ Ferry to Miyajima, the Shrine Island & learn cultural significance
  • ⛩️ Marvel at Itsukushima Shrine (UNESCO World Heritage)
  • 🕊️ Return to Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park & see A-Bomb Dome
  • 🛌 Overnight in Osaka
Day 12
Osaka City Exploration
  • 🌆 Wander Namba & Dotonbori entertainment district
  • ⛩️ See Hozenji Temple (17th century)
  • 🍜 Visit lively Kuromon Ichiba Market
  • 🏙️ Explore Shinsekai neighborhoods
  • 🏯 Marvel at beautiful Osaka Castle
  • 🛍️ Walk through Shinsaibashi & Nipponbashi shopping districts
  • 🛌 Overnight in Osaka
Day 13
Departure
  • 🚐 Optional transfers to Kansai Airport (KIX) or Tokyo city center available
  • ℹ️ NB - all timings on 13 Day Best of Japan Tour Package – The Golden Route are approximate

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