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SEA OF JAPAN
OurExtra Care
+ Coaches are deep cleaned each morning and high-touch surfaces are sanitized throughout the day
+ Two seats per guest on our luxury coaches and Whisper Headsets
+ Dine at small, properly distanced tables, avoiding crowded large- capacity restaurants
+ Enjoy breakfast in the private Club Lounge at our hotel in Tokyo
+ Guides and staff wear face masks when in close proximity to guests
+ Complimentary face masks and sanitizer available on our coaches
Shirakawago
JAPAN
Takayama
Tokyo
Mt. Fuji Hakone
Kanazawa Kyoto
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Hiroshima
Inland Sea
Nara
OUR JOURNEY
DAY 1 | Welcome to Kyoto!
You’ll be met at the airport and guided to the
coach that will take you to the deluxe Granvia Hotel for a 4-night stay in the heart of town.
DAY 2 | The Best of Kyoto
Your tour of Kyoto includes Nijo Castle,
Kinkakuji Temple and Sanjusangendo with its 1,001 statues of Kannon, Goddess of Mercy. Delve into Japan’s traditions when you dine with Geisha and stroll in Gion where Kabuki traditions began long ago. meals b+l+d
DAY 3 | Miyajima + Hiroshima
Cross the tranquil Inland Sea to Miyajima
Island and visit Itsukushima Shrine , established in the 6th century. Just off shore, a majestic red Torii Gate rises from the sea.
In Hiroshima, visit Peace Memorial Park where the Memorial Museum stands as a sobering reminder of the destruction wrought by the Atomic bomb. meals b
DAY 4 | Discover Japan’s first capital Discover the ancient capital of Nara where
Buddhism was first introduced to Japan nearly 1,500 years ago. You’ll visit Todai-ji Temple to
see its immense statue of Buddha, and then stroll the peaceful lantern-lined forest paths of Kasuga Shrine. meals b
DAY 5 | By Bullet Train to Kanazawa Journey to Kanazawa and visit the Nomura
Samurai Residence and Kutani Kosen Pottery Studio to see skilled artisans at work. Then stroll through Kenrokuen, revered as one of Japan’s three finest gardens. Overnight at the 5-star Nikko Hotel. meals b
DAY 6 | Shirakawago
Travel to Shirakawago , famed for its “Joined
Hands” farmhouses. More than a century old, they derive their name from their steeply pitched roofs which look like hands joined together in prayer. Continue to the deluxe Associa Takayama Resort. meals b+l+d
DAY 7 | Exploring Takayama
Spend time at the lively morning market and
admire perfectly-preserved buildings like Takayama Jinya, a government hall of the Edo era. Enjoy a tasting of fine sake and tour the Folk Craft Museum. At the Festival Floats Exhibit Hall, you’ll see parade floats dating back 400 years and still used in the town’s colorful spring and autumn festivals. meals b+l
DAY 8
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Onward to Tokyo
Journey by rail to Tokyo and transfer to the Keio Plaza Hotel where your Premier Grand room offers access to the Club Lounge. meals b
DAY 9 | Tokyo sightseeing
Enjoy our special morning visit to the famous
market in Tsukiji where the best chefs come to procure the freshest seafood. Then join one such chef to learn the art of preparing sushi. Ascend Tokyo Observatory for breathtaking views and stroll through Nakamise Arcade
to visit Asakusa Kannon Temple. meals b+l DAY 10 | Mt. Fuji and Hakone
Travel to the 5th Station of Mt. Fuji and continue to Hakone National Park. Enjoy a lake cruise and ascend Mt. Komagatake by cable car for sweeping vistas over the forested mountains. meals b+d
DAY11 | DepartTokyo
Step aboard the comfortable airport limousine coach for your trip to the airport. meals b
Spend the night at a Japanese Inn
On Day 4, you can delight in traditional Japanese hospitality with a stay at the Yoshi-ima Ryokan. $150 per person double, $200 solo.
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DOUBLE
SOLO SUPPLEMENT
Small Group of Never More than 16 Guests
Mar 22, 25, 30, Apr 1, 2, 4, 5, 7 - Cherry Blossoms Apr 9 - Takayama Spring Festival
Apr 12, May 13
May 27, Jun 7, Jul 15 Aug 19, Sep 9, 16
$7,699 $2,800 $6,999 $2,400
$6,499
$2,000
Oct 4 - Takayama Fall Festival
Oct 7, 14 $6,999 $2,400
Nov 4 $7,299 $2,800
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Mar 24, 28, Apr 1, 3, 6, 7 - Cherry Blossoms Apr 9 - Takayama Spring Festival
$7,899 $2,800
Apr 11, May 9, Jun 13
Oct 4 - Takayama Fall Festival
$7,299 $2,200 Nov 7 - Fall Foliage $7,899 $3,000
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Mar 23, 28, Apr 1, 3, 6, 7 - Cherry Blossoms Apr 9 - Takayama Spring Festival
$7,899 $3,000
Save up to $1,000 per couple | $500 solo when you pay in full at time of booking
Call 800-221-2216 or Contact your Travel Advisor
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