Classic Japan Tour at Cherry Blossom time
27 March-6 April 2010
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An unforgettable springtime holiday in Japan which coincides with the famous cherry blossom season. Experience the ancient temples and exquisite landscape of Japan as well as ultra-modern conveniences such as the Bullet Train. This fabulous itinerary takes in the glorious former capitals of Kyoto and Nara, as well as a moving visit to Hiroshima, the lovely island of Miyajima and a stay near Mt Fuji before heading to the bright lights of Tokyo.
All Japanese temples and shrines have adjacent gardens where you’ll be able to enjoy the beautiful cherry blossoms.
Kinkaku-ji (The Golden Pavilion), Kyoto |
![]() Tokyo Blossom |
Classic Japan Tour includes:
- Meeting service at the airport and private coach transfers to your hotel
- Delicious Welcome and Farewell dinners
- Escorted tours of Tokyo, Kyoto, Nara and Hiroshima
- 9 nights accommodation in Kyoto, Hakone and Tokyo
- Travel on Japan’s famous Bullet Train
- Services of a knowledgeable Japan Journey’s guide throughout
Classic Japan Tour Itinerary
Day 1 & 2: UK/Japan
On arrival and transferred
to your central 3* Kyoto hotel for 5 nights. Enjoy a Welcome
Dinner on arrival.
Dinner included
Day 3: Guided sightseeing in Kyoto
Enjoy a full day visiting the sights of Kyoto by private air-conditioned coach,
beginning with the beautiful temples and blossoming gardens of Kinkaku-ji, the Golden Pavilion. Next, we will visit the famous Zen Buddhist rock garden
at Ryoan-ji. Following a buffet lunch at Kyoto
Handicraft Centre,
we will visit Kiyomizu-dera, a hillside temple offering fabulous
views over the city. Your knowledgeable guide will accompany you throughout.
Breakfast, Lunch included
Day 4: Nara
Today we will take the train to the sleepy town of Nara, Japan's first permanent
capital and home to eight UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The highlight of the
day is a visit to Todai-ji temple, the largest wooden building in
the world and home to the Great Buddha. Nara Park is a lovely place to stroll,
relax and feed the deer. This afternoon you are free to continue exploring
Nara or return to Kyoto.
Breakfast included
Day 5: Kyoto
Today is yours to enjoy at leisure. You might like to start exploring by yourself
using your Japan Rail Pass. Why not visit magnificent Himeji
Castle, around
an hour from Kyoto? You could even check out nearby Osaka, Japan's lively
second city.
Breakfast included
Day 6: Day excursion to Hiroshima & Miyajima
After breakfast we will board the world-famous bullet train and pay a visit to
the moving city of Hiroshima. We first take a short ferry ride to the beautiful
island of Miyajima, once considered so sacred that commoners were forbidden.
After lunch we visit the Atomic Bomb Dome, Peace Memorial
Park and Peace Memorial
Museum. We return to Kyoto this evening.
Breakfast included
Breakfast included
Day 7: Kyoto to Hakone
Today we say goodbye to Kyoto and board the Bullet Train bound for Hakone,
a quiet mountain resort nestling in the foothills of Mt Fuji. We check into
the wonderful Hakone Prince hotel for the night. You are free to spend the
afternoon strolling through the mountain paths and relaxing in your hotel’s
soothing hot spring bath, looking out over majestic Lake Ashi.
Breakfast included
N.B. In order to make your journey to Tokyo more comfortable, we recommend that you pack a small overnight bag for your night’s stay in Hakone as the remainder of your luggage will be sent ahead separately to your Tokyo hotel. The cost of sending one standard-sized suitcase is included in our tour price. Additional baggage will cost extra.
Day 8: Hakone to Tokyo
Following breakfast, we will explore the landscape of Hakone,
ride in a cable car for a 360 degree panorama of the surrounding mountains
and enjoy a cruise across Lake Ashi. In the afternoon the
bullet train will speed you to Tokyo, a city which must be seen to be believed.
Your clean and comfortable 3* hotel is located in the lively Shinjuku
district,
an ideal place to experience modern, urban Japan.
Breakfast included
Day 9: Tokyo
Today we will visit the lively district of Harajuku. As it’s a
Sunday, you’ll be able to see young Japanese dressed up in their wackiest
clothing at this friendly spot. Nearby Meiji Shrine is a haven of tranquillity
in busy Tokyo and one of the most beautiful shrines in Japan. We should be
able to see cherry blossoms in Yoyogi Park and you are free to wander chic
Omotesando Boulevard and browse the Oriental Bazaar for handicraft goods and
souvenirs.
Breakfast
included
Day 10: Guided sightseeing in Tokyo
Enjoy a full-day city tour by private coach beginning with the Imperial
Palace.
We will then visit bustling Senso-ji Temple in the downtown area of Asakusa,
and you will be able to browse a multitude of electronic stores in Akihabara,
Tokyo's 'Electric City'. Relax in the afternoon and enjoy the cherry blossoms
in Ueno Park. We will have a fantastic Farewell
Dinner in the evening.
Breakfast, Dinner included
Day 11: Depart Japan
Depart from Narita International Airport (Tokyo).
![]() Cherry blossom time |
![]() Japanese wisteria |
TOUR PRICE INCLUDES
- 9 nights accommodation at centrally located 3* hotels in Kyoto and Tokyo with a light Japanese breakfast daily.
- Services of a knowledgeable Japan Journeys guide throughout.
- Airport coach transfers.
- Delicious Welcome and Farewell dinners.
- 7-day Japan Rail Pass allowing you unlimited travel on the entire Japan Rail network including Shinkansen (Bullet Train) services.
- Entrance fees for all attractions mentioned above.
- Meet & Greet service upon arrival at Kansai International Airport.
NOT INCLUDED IN PRICE
- Any journeys made by taxi, subway or tram.
- Other meals not mentioned above.
- Entrance to any attractions not named above.
- Insurance (see below).
TOUR DATE: 27 March - 6 April 2010
- TOTAL PRICE: £2,495 per person on a sharing basis
- SINGLE ROOM SUPPLEMENT: £285
- EXTEND YOUR TRIP for an additional £45 person per night (sharing) or £65 per person per night (for a single room).
- To make a booking, a deposit of 10% per person is required.
- The balance of the price of the trip must be made 12 weeks prior to departure.
- Full terms and Conditions
All price estimates are based on current rates of exchange and are subject to availability.
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Kinkaku-ji (The Golden Pavilion), Kyoto 


