JP04:
10 Days Tokyo - Mt. Fuji - Tokyo - Nagoya - Takayama - Shirakawa-go - Kanazawa - Kyoto - Nara - Osaka.

Enjoy the morning breakfast and be ready for a fun day in Tokyo. The tour will be using the public train. You’ll visit Meiji Jingu Shrine, Imperial Palace, Nakamise Shopping Street, Asakusa Senso-ji Temple, and the Sumida River Cruise to Odaiba. You will be back to your hotel approximately 1800. The night is to enjoy at your leisure.

Accommodation: Hiyori Hotel Ginza East (4 stars)

Enjoy an early breakfast and meet your guide to explore Lake Kawaguchi, the best place to view the magnificent Mt. Fuji. Try regional food of Fuji, Hoto Noodles or similar for lunch.

We will specially arrange a Sightseeing cruise for you. In addition, the Ropeway ride allows you to overlook Mt. Fuji from another perspective, back to the hotel again by express bus and you will arrive at the hotel at about 20:00.

Accommodation: Hiyori Hotel Ginza East (4 stars)

Good morning, after an early breakfast, meet your guide at the lobby and be ready to experience the city of Takayama. The train has two sections: The first leg is from Tokyo to Nagoya in 1.5 hours, where you need to change to express train to Takayama, the train from Nagoya to Takayama takes 2.5 hours. Our guide in Takayama will pick you up at the train station. Try Hida Beef or other local food for lunch. Takayama sightseeing: Visit Furui Machinami Old Town Street, Hida Kokubunji Temple with Sarubobo dolls, Takayama Jinya House and the traditional vermilion bridge - Naka Bridge. You’ll have the opportunity to take your luggages at home and start your tour.

Depart to Shirakawa-go by bus with our guide. Shirakawa is a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for its traditional farmhouses in a building style known as gassho-zukuri. Visit Ogimachi Castle Observation Deck and Wada House.

After visiting, take a bus for 1.5 hours to Kanazawa, and then visit Kenroku-en Garden, Kanazawa Castle Park, Higashichaya Old Town (geisha district) and Nagamachi Samurai District.

Accommodation: Kanazawa Tokyu Hotel (4 stars)

Morning breakfast and ready for another day of adventure in Kyoto. You will take the Express train, it takes about 2.5 hours, we will arrange the train tickets for you. The Kyoto guide will pick you up at the train station and help you check in at the hotel.

Walking tour of Gion: visit Pure Water Temple (Kiyomizu-dera Temple), walk down Higashiyama historic district, Sannenzaka and Ninenzaka, and visit Yasaka Shrine. Enjoy a tea ceremony show with maiko at a teahouse (1 hour).

Once the ceremony is completed you’ll head back to the hotel, and the guide will provide transportation tickets.

Accommodation: Rihga Royal Kyoto (4 stars)

After breakfast, take a train to Nara for a day of exploration. Visit historic landmarks such as Kofuku-ji Temple, Kasuga Taisha Shrine, and Todai-ji Temple (exterior). Stroll through Nara Deer Park to interact with the friendly deer and explore the charming streets of Naramachi. Return to Kyoto in the evening for a relaxing night at your leisure.

Accommodation: Rihga Royal Kyoto (4 stars).

Begin the day with breakfast before heading out to discover Kyoto’s treasures. Visit Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion) and Nijo Castle. For lunch, explore Nishiki Market and savor local delights such as dango, matcha ice cream, tempura, and croquettes. After lunch, visit Fushimi Inari Taisha, Sanjusangendo Temple, and enjoy a stroll along the scenic Kamo River. End the day in Pontocho Alley, where a variety of dining options await.

Accommodation: Rihga Royal Kyoto (4 stars).

Take an early morning Shinkansen from Kyoto to Tokyo, arriving mid-morning. Check into your hotel and explore the upscale Ginza district, known for its luxury boutiques and high-end shopping. Enjoy a fresh sushi lunch at the Tsukiji Outer Market and spend your final evening savoring a memorable farewell dinner at one of Tokyo’s top restaurants.

Accommodation: Hiyori Hotel Ginza East (4 stars).

On your final day in Japan, enjoy a leisurely breakfast and reflect on the incredible experiences of your journey. Take a last stroll through Tokyo’s vibrant streets before heading to the airport. Farewell, and may the memories of Japan’s culture, cuisine, and beauty inspire your travels in the future.