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MO UN T FU J I A N D SH IN KA N S E N BU L L ET T R A I N SEA OF JAPAN Kanazawa 1 Takayama Kyoto 2 1 *Tokyo Matsumoto 2 1 3 Mt. Fuji 1 JAPAN Hakone Osaka PACIFIC OCEAN 2 Hiroshima * Multiple stays WH AT IS I NCL UDED Day 9 Hiroshima Day 11 Kyoto · 12 nights in hotel and 1 in flight (accommodation as specified or similar) Our journey begins at Miyajima Port to catch a ferry over to Miyajima Island, otherwise known as Itsukushima or Divine Island. On arrival we admire the elaborate gate, Itsukushima Shrine, rising majestically out of the sea, and spend time strolling through the park, which dazzles with beautiful maple in autumn. On our return to Hiroshima, we take a walking tour around Peace Memorial Park to see the Flame of Peace, continually burning to symbolise the hope for worldwide peace. Our tour concludes with a visit to the Atomic Bomb Museum, just a short walk from our hotel. Day 10 Hiroshima - Nara - Kyoto Highlights of this morning's tour include the wonderful Ryoanji Temple, a Zen temple with a famous rock garden, and also the beautiful Kinkakuji Temple, or the `Golden Pavilion', whose top two floors are completely bedecked in gold leaf. We also enjoy a traditional tea ceremony and an afternoon at leisure. Day 12 Kyoto Hakone · 12 Meals: 12 breakfast (breakfast on days 3-14) We transfer to Hiroshima Station for our JR Bullet Train journey Shin Osaka, where we board our coach for Nara, the first permanent capital of Japan. Attractions here include the famous Todaiji temple, which was built in 794 and became the guardian temple for the city. The building is claimed to be the oldest wooden structure in the world and houses a huge bronze Buddha. We also visit Nara Park, also known as Deer Park, to see hundreds of freely roaming deer. Our adventure proceeds to culturally-rich Kyoto, known historically as `Hana No Miyako', the flowering capital with its wealth of fine architecture in its shrines and temples, gardens with their profusion of colour and variety of art and craft shops. We spend time in the Gion area, the country's most famous geisha district, before heading to our hotel, the Hotel Okura or Westin Miyako, to enjoy a two-night stay. We pack another overnight bag today. After further exploration of Kyoto, with stops at the Kiyomizu Temple and Nijo, a fortified castle with ornate audience halls and unique `nightingale' floors designed to replicate the sound of the nightingale song when stepped on. We later take the JR Bullet Train from Kyoto to Mishima and continue to Hakone, for a one-night stay at the Palace Hotel. Day 13 Hakone - Tokyo This morning we embark on a cruise on Lake Ashi, from where stunning views of the snow-capped mountains can be seen. We continue by cable car over the Owakudani Hot Springs, lying in the crater of Mt. Kamiyama. We later enjoy marvellous views of Tokyo Bay before continuing to our hotel for our last night in Japan. 2012 groups return to the Keio Plaza. 2013 groups stay at the International Garden hotel in Narita. Day 14 Tokyo - London Included excursions and visits: - Tokyo city tour - Mt Fuji - Visit Matsumoto Castle - Sample sake at a traditional brewery - Visit Shirakawago Village - Takayama walking tour - Kanazawa city tour - Three journeys on the JR Bullet Train - Visit Miyajima Island - Walking tour of Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park - Visit Nara's attractions, including Todaiji Temple and Nara Park - Kyoto city tour - Traditional tea ceremony - Lake Ashi cruise - Cable car over the Owakudani Hot Springs Plus all these benefits: · Titan's VIP Home Departure Service® · Check-in service by Titan staff · Services of an experienced Titan tour manager, plus local guides · Scheduled Virgin Atlantic direct flights · First class coaches with experienced drivers · Hotel porterage (one bag per person) · All airport taxes, security charges, and applicable fuel surcharge · UK Air Passenger Duty of up to £81 per person · ATOL Protection fee 0 SPEC I AL RYO K AN O PT ION Ryokan are traditionally styled Japanese Inns. They can be wooden buildings or modern `hotel' style and vary greatly in size. With rice straw Tatami matting floors, futons and low tables, the Ryokan offers a truly Japanese experience. To complete the Ryokan atmosphere Yukata or Tanzen robes are provided and shoes are to be removed at the entrance to your room. Rooms are multipurpose and will be transformed from dining room to bedroom with included dinner and breakfast being traditional Japanese fare. This option is available for one night in Takayama on day 5 and must be booked with your main holiday, subject to availability. Price from £95 per person Today we leave Tokyo for Narita Airport and our direct scheduled Virgin Atlantic flight to London. Arrival at London Heathrow Airport, where our staff will greet you and transfer you to Titan transport for the return journey home to your own front door. D ATES & PRI CES New lower prices in red include discount valid to 31 Jan TAIL OR- MAK E Y OUR H OL ID AY Upgrade your flight - from £290 one way (+APD) You might like to... add extra nights in Tokyo at the Keio Plaza Hotel - prices from £79 per person per night CALL OUR SALES TEAM WHO WILL HELP YOU TAILOR-MAKE YOUR PERFECT HOLIDAY See pages 312-316 for further information 2012 March 23 April 6 14 September 26 October 10 £3,795 £3,795 £3,795 £3,695 2013 April 1 5 11 £3,695 £3,795 £3,795 £3,795 Single supplement from: £695 Please note: There is a significant amount of walking involved which includes areas of steep gradient and steps. Tour reference: JPN 187

Worldwide including Europe - 2012/13