Classic Japan Tour at Cherry Blossom time
29 March - 9 April 2011
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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.
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 Kinkaku-ji (The Golden Pavilion), Kyoto |
 Tokyo Blossoms |
Classic Japan Tour includes:
- Escorted tours of Kyoto, Hiroshima and Tokyo
- Cherry blossom viewing
- Admission to the Tokyo National Museum
- Travel on the Bullet Train
- Welcome Dinner and Farewell Dinner
- Services of a knowledgeable Japan Journey’s guide throughout
Classic Japan Tour Itinerary
Day 1 & 2: UK/Japan
Fly from London Heathrow to Kansai International Airport (Osaka). You will
be met on arrival and transferred to your central 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
 Todai-ji temple |
 Nara Park |
Day 5: 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
Day 6: Kyoto
Today is yours to enjoy at leisure.
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 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 the beautiful scenery.
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: Guided sightseeing in Tokyo
Enjoy a full-day city tour by private coach beginning with the Imperial
Palace (drive-by) and East Gardens.
We will then visit bustling Senso-ji Temple in the downtown area of Asakusa, before cruising down the Sumida river to Hamarikyu, a lovely garden where we can sample traditional Japanese tea and enjoy the cherry blossoms.
Breakfast included
Day 10: Tokyo
Today you are free to explore more of Tokyo’s attractions. We
recommend serene Meiji Shrine and the trendy nearby district of Harajuku and
the electronics district of Akihabara.
There are also some lovely parks for cherry blossom viewing. Alternatively, you might like to join an optional tour to Nikko, a superb temple town in the mountains north of Tokyo.
Breakfast included
Day 11: Ueno
This morning we head to the National Museum in Ueno where you can browse the
fantastic exhibits on show.
The afternoon is free for you to wander Ueno Park, one of the most famous places for cherry blossom viewing in Japan.
We will have a fantastic Farewell Dinner in the evening.
Breakfast, Dinner included
Day 12: Japan to UK
Depart from Narita International Airport (Tokyo) to London Heathrow.
 Cherry blossom time |
 Japanese wisteria |
THE CLASSIC JAPAN TOUR PRICE INCLUDES
- Economy class international flights
- 10 nights’ accommodation at centrally located 3* hotels in Kyoto, Hakone and Tokyo with 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).
All prices estimates are based on a minimum of 20 persons travelling in March
2011.
All price estimates are based on current rates of exchange.
TOUR DATE: 29 March - 9 April 2011
- TOTAL PRICE: £2,495 per person on a sharing basis
- SINGLE ROOM SUPPLEMENT: £285
- LAND-ONLY PRICE: £1,845 per person on a sharing basis
(not including flights, non-UK passengers only) - EXTEND YOUR TRIP for an additional £45 person per night for a twin room or £65 per person per night for a single room
- REGIONAL FLIGHT CONNECTIONS (all Economy Class): Available on request. Please contact us for details.
- To make a booking, a deposit of 10% per person is required.
- The balance of the price of the trip must be made 10 weeks prior to departure.
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