The Rising Sun: Kyoto & Tokyo (including Mt. Fuji tour)
Day 1 - London Heathrow to Kyoto
Depart London Heathrow for international flight to Osaka Kansai Airport.
Day 2 - Kyoto arrival
Arrive at Osaka Kansai international Airport. Take taxi or shuttle bus to Kyoto city centre. There you will check into a traditional style Japanese inn (Ryokan).
This evening enjoy a tour of the Geisha District. (B/D)
Day 3 - Kyoto
Today enjoy a full day tour of Kyoto which will include Nijo Castle, the Kyoto residence of the Tokugawa Shogun in 1603, noted for the contrast of its solemn appearance and gorgeous interiors. Then continue to the Golden Pavillion, with the most authentic and exquisite Japanese style garden. Enjoy a buffet lunch and shopping at the Kyoto Handicraft Centre. After lunch you will visit the Heian Shrine, a brightly coloured shrine with vermillion pillars and green roof, with enchanting inner gardens and ponds.
Later this afternoon the tour continues with Sanju-Sangendo Hall and Kiyomizu Temple, where you will enjoy a sweeping view of the entire city from its lofty terrace, surrounded by a quaint old lane lined with pottery shops. (B/L)
Day 4 - Kyoto
Today is free to explore the many other wonderful sights and temples in this traditional old city. (B)
Day 5 - Kyoto to Tokyo
Today we take a ride on Japan's famous Bullet Train – reaching speeds up to 300 kilometers per hour.
On route you will have the opportunity to see Mount Fuji – Japan's most sacred mountain.
Upon arrival take own taxi to the Keio Plaza Hotel in the city centre. The hotel is located in the
skyscraper Shinjuku district directly opposite the Tokyo Metropolitan Government buildings. Shinjuku is
the most modern area of Tokyo. (B)
Day 6 - Tokyo
Start this morning with a tour to Tokyo Tower and enjoy a panoramic view from its observatory. Then
you will continue to the "Happoen" Japanese Garden, where you will have the opportunity to take part in
a traditional tea ceremony. The tour then continues to the Imperial Palace Plaza with a short photo stop.
You will then have a barbecue lunch at Chinzanso Restaurant. After lunch you will drive past the
National Diet Building (the Japanese House of Parliament) and then take a 40 minute Sumida River
Cruise from Hinode pier of Tokyo Bay to Asakusa.
The tour finishes with a visit to the Asakusa Kannon Temple and Nakamise Shopping Street. (B/L)
Day 7 - Tokyo
Today we take a deluxe motorcoach drive along the expressway to Mt. Fuji. We visit the Fuji Visitor
Centre and then drive halfway up Mt. Fuji to the 5th Station, enjoying the natural scenery en route. We
then stop for lunch at the Hotel Highland Resort, before continuing to Lake Ashi for a relaxing cruise.
We then take a ride on the Mt. Komagatake Aerial Cableway, where we will get sweeping views of the
celebrated Hakone National Park and Mt. Fuji from a distance. Return to Tokyo late afternoon/early
evening. (B/L)
Day 8 - Tokyo to London Heathrow
This morning take own taxi, shuttle bus or train to Tokyo Narita Airport for flight home to London. (B)
Package Price on Enquiry
Price includes:
- International return economy flights from London;
- Accommodation in city centre (on twin share basis);
- Tours where indicated;
- Meals as described;
- Airport taxes;
- Bullet Train (Shinkansen) pass.
Price excludes:
- Transfers to and from airports, stations and accommodation.
- Travel insurance (can be arranged - please ask for details)
- Train and taxi fares.
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