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Perfect introductory tour of Japan - Extend your stay in Tokyo
Following the path of the old Tokaido post road, Golden Route of Japan will take you from the hustle and bustle of Tokyo to Kyoto, the ancient capital and true heart of Japanese history and culture.
With a stop at the Hakone National Park, Mt Fuji and in riding the Bullet Train, Golden Route is the perfect introductory taste of Japan.
Starting date, 2012 – 28 ⁄ March,2 ⁄ April,12 ⁄ April.
Land only tour package USD 1,798 ⁄ EUR 1,277
Day 1 – Welcome to Osaka, you are greeted by a tour guide who will escort you to the hotel.
Hotel – Nikko Kansai airport or similar
Day 2 – For our this day, we will begin with a morning visit to the Golden Pavilion followed by a trip to Kiyomizu Temple.
Thereafter, we will visit Ryoanji Temple, famous for its Zen Garden, ( Karesansui or Dry landscape rock garden ) which describes the spirit of Zen Buddhism meditation.
After a dinner, we will visit Gion Geisha District.
Hotel – New Miyako hotel or similar.
Day 3 - We will start the day with a visit to Nara, where the highlight is definitely the Giant Buddha who has sat in his meditative state for over 1000 years at Todai-ji, and Deer Park where numerous deer roam freely.
Thereafter, we will visit Iga Ninja Museum.
At the late afternoon we will experience the "Bullet train" ride.
Of course, the tour would not be complete without a long, relaxing soak in the Onsen hot spring that have rejuvenated the Japanese for many centuries.
Hotel – Resot pia Atami
Day 4 - We shall begin today's tour by visiting Hakone, where we will take a Hakone Ropeway to Owakudani,
the area around a crater created during the last eruption of Mount Hakone some 3000 years ago.
From Hakone we will continue our journey to Japanfs most iconic symbol, the sacred Fuji-san (Mt. Fuji).
Drive to Odaiba where you enjoy night view of Tokyo and dinner on our expense.
Hotel – Tokyo Prince hotel
Day 5 - We have organized for a full day tour around metropolis as the last visiting area of the tour.
Our first stop is the Tsukiji Fish Outer Market, the world's largest fish market.
At Edo Tokyo Museum, you can get acquainted with the history of Tokyo.
Then you will stop by Akihabara where you can experience Japan's latest pop culture scene.
After the sightseeing and lunch at Asakusa, we will enjoy Sumida River Cruise.
Sights along the way include the 12 bridges of Sumida, traditional neighborhoods of old Edo, the unique Asahi Beer Building and the beautiful Hamarikyu Garden.
We will continue our tour of Tokyo to Imperial Palace Plaza, the former site of Edo Castle and now it is the residence of Japan's Royal Family.
At last, we will head to Ginza for our farewell dinner and final shopping.
Hotel &ndash Narita Excel hotel, Tokyo prince hotel or similar
Day 6 - Sadly, your pleasant and memorable Japan Tour ends today.
Fly home with cherished memories or enjoy your extended stay in Japan or in Asian Cities.
- Accommodations, 4 nights Western & 1 night Japanese style Hotel
- 10 meals - Buffet Breakfast daily & variety of Japanese delicacies
- All ground transportation during tour
- All admission fees as listed on itinerary
- Gratuities & Local Taxes during tour (no-hidden charges)
- Round-trip airport transfers (except for early arrival & late departure)
- Seamless service of English speaking tour guide during tour
- Passports; visas and vaccinations; laundry; telephone; mini bar; alcohol; beverages and food not on the regular table menu (these extra items will be billed to you before leaving the hotel or restaurant); optional excursions; porterage at airports; travel protection insurance; excess baggage fees; all other items of a personal nature
- Single room supplements of USD 680
- Package prices are per person, based on double occupancy
(2 people sharing 1 room, ask for triple occupancy discount) - Prices are subject to change without prior notice
- Cancellation penalties and other conditions or restrictions may apply
Land Only Tour Price Includes
Not Included in the Tour Price
Tour schedule may change without prior notice.