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Japanese Garden
Legends & Landscapes of Japan
11 days from £1699
A unique escorted tour to Tokyo, Hakone, Hiroshima & Kyoto
Glorious sights and ancient myths are interwoven in this treasure trove of a country well known for the courtesy and hospitality of its people. This unique itinerary includes the colourful city of Tokyo, outstanding natural beauty, a cruise on Lake Ashi, rail journeys onboard the famous bullet train and the wonder of its most outstanding temples and shrines. Japan is well known for its prompt and efficient public transport and by making use of this while in the cities our guides will give you an insight into local daily life that other tours simply cannot do. Expert guides will be with you throughout to ensure that you not only see the main sights but return home with a true sense of what this amazing country and its charming people have to offer. TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
" Unique guided itinerary includes travel by boat, bus, tram, cable car & bullet train " At Hakone stay in traditional Japanesestyle rooms in a Ryokan " Travel in small groups to enjoy Japans treasures at a relaxed pace " 9 breakfasts, 1 lunch & 2 dinners included ITINERARY - DAY 1 Depart London Heathrow on scheduled Japan Airlines flight to Tokyo. DAY 2 On arrival transfer to the Shinagawa Prince Hotel for your three-night stay. The rest of the day is free. DAY 3 Depart for a guided city tour including the tranquil Meiji Shrine, the gorgeous Keyaki tree-lined Omotesando, lively Harajuku area and the Asakusa Kannon Temple - the oldest temple in Tokyo. Later today visit the Ginza area dedicated to prestigious shopping and dining. (B,L) DAY 4 A full day free. Perhaps take an optional tour with lunch to Nikko including Toshogu Shrine, Lake Chuzenji in Nikko National Park, panoramic views of Kegon Waterfall and drive through Irohazaka. (B) DAY 5 Depart by bullet train to Odawara and take the Hakone Ropeway for a cable car ride and views of magnificent Mount Fuji to Owakudani. Take a short cruise on picturesque Lake Ashi, located in the Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park. Later today transfer to the Nampuso Hotel for a one-night stay in a ryokan (Japanese) room. This traditional inn lets you experience charming Japanese culture and customs of reed floor matting, low wooden tables, bathing in hot-springs and sleeping on futons - a wonderful experience. (B) DAY 6 Take a high speed train journey to Hiroshima. On arrival take the short walk to the New Hiroden or Ana Hotel Hiroshima for a two night stay. (B,D) DAY 7 Depart by local train to tour Miyajima including the Itsukushima Shrine created over 1,400 years ago and described as a shrine where many gods reside . Return to Hiroshima by tram. Visit the Peace Memorial Park and Atomic Bomb Museum. This World Heritage Site is heralded as a symbol of world peace and is a fascinating but moving experience. (B,D) DAY 8 Take the high speed train to Kyoto for an afternoon tour of the Golden Pavillion which is literally covered in gold leaf and is a World Heritage listed site and surrounded by stunning gardens. Continue to Ryoanji Temple. Transfer to the New Miyako Hotel for a three-night stay. (B) DAY 9 Morning tour to Kiyomizu Temple where the main halls broad wooden verandah juts out over a wooded canyon and is supported by 139 pillars. Visit to the Gion and beautiful Maruyama Park. Afternoon free. (B) DAY 10 Full day free to relax or take an optional excursion to Todaiji temple, the largest all-wooden building in the world encompassing the Great Buddha, in Nara Park and Kusaka Shrine. (B) DAY 11 Depart by express train to Kansai Airport at Osaka for return flight to London Heathrow arriving later the same day. (B)
JAPAN
Tokyo (3) Hakone (1) Kyoto (3) Hiroshima (2) Osaka Odawara
Mount Fuji
DATES AND PRICES
Thursdays - per person based on two people sharing a twin room. 2008 Mar 13 Apr 10 May 15 Jun 5 Jul 24 Sep 4 Price £1699 £1849 £1829 £1829 £1999 £1899 2008 Oct 2 Nov 6 2009 Mar 12 Apr 9 May 14 Price £1849 £1799 Price £1849 £1899 £1869
Supplement: per person Single: £299 Optional full day Nikko Tour (day 4): £71 Optional half day Nara Tour (day 10): £35
PRICE INCLUDES
Scheduled flights, air taxes, transfers, 9 nights in hotel, 9 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 2 dinners, excursions as described, services of our local representatives. Not included: Travel insurance, optional excursions, tips. Please note that for your convenience this guided holiday is designed to make use of Japans fantastic public transport and some short walks between train station & hotel are necessary. Porterage is included throughout.
Bullet Train
Booking reference: LLJ
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