Beijing to Tokyo: The Great Wall & Mt Fuji

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16 daysDuration

Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants, maximum 18 travelers

15 peopleMaximum group size

12 - 100 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Moderate

Involves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.

Starts

Beijing, China

Ends

Tokyo, Japan

Highlights

Meet the ancient Terracotta Warriors.

Visit the Great Wall of China.

Sleep in a temple atop Mt Kōya.

get a bird's-eye view of Mt Fuji from a cable car.

stay in a traditional ryokan

Itinerary

Cross two ancient civilizations in just over two weeks with the 'Beijing to Tokyo: The Great Wall & Mt Fuji' tour. This 16-day cultural adventure takes you from China’s legendary Great Wall to Japan’s iconic Mt Fuji, weaving through Beijing, Xi’an, Hiroshima, Kyoto, and more. Board high-speed trains and ferries, marvel at the Terracotta Warriors, and spend nights in traditional Japanese ryokan and temple lodgings for an authentic experience. Guided by knowledgeable local experts, you’ll go beyond the tourist crowds to uncover the region’s most treasured sites. The trip’s unique highlight is its immersive mix of history, culture, and off-the-beaten-path experiences—perfect for those seeking a comprehensive tour package through East Asia’s greatest wonders.

day 1 - Beijing

Arrive at any time.
Is Beijing top of your must-see list? Booking pre-trip accommodations will let you do Beijing your way before meeting up with the group.

Accomodation:Dongfang Hotel (or similar)

Included Activity:Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group Duration : 1.0 hr

day 2 - Beijing

Enjoy an included visit to the Great Wall. Later, explore Tiananmen Square.
Head out of town to the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall. Spend time wandering around, taking photos, and picking up souvenirs. In the afternoon head to Tiananmen Squarem followed by a night walk to the local market.

Accomodation:Dongfang Hotel (or similar)

Transport:Private Vehicle Duration : 1.5 hr - 2.0 hr

Included Activities:Orientation With CEO Duration : 0.5 hr - 1.0 hr, Mutianyu Great Wall Visit Duration : 3.0 hr, Tiananmen Square

Optional Activities:The Pearl Market Shoppers get ready. The Pearl Market is great place to get souvenirs for friends and family! This market is well know for the verity of pearls but, make sure to also check out the other vendors selling goods like crafts, clothing, and silk., Toboggan at Great Wall , Drum and Bell Tower Visit , Cable Car at Great Wall

day 3 - Beijing/Xi'an

Take the Beijing metro to visit the Forbidden City. Later, board a fast train to Xi'an.

Accomodation:Jin Jiang West Capital International Hotel (or similar)

Transport:Metro, Local Train Duration : 5.75 hr - 6.0 hr

Included Activity:Forbidden City Tour Duration : 2.0 hr

day 4 - Xi'an

Visit one of China’s greatest archaeological treasures—the Terracotta Warriors. After, the Day is yours to explore as you wish.

Meal:Lunch

Accomodation:Nanlin International Hotel (or similar)

Included Activity:Terracotta Warriors Guided Tour Duration : 3.0 hr Distance : 2 km

Optional Activities:Bell and Drum Towers - Xi'an Climb to the top of the Drum Tower for an unforgettable aerial view of the city. Back in the Han Dynasty the towers were used to echo the time to the city with bells in the morning and drums in the evening. Today the 63-ton bell still stands in one tower and drum performances happen daily in the morning and afternoon. , Big Goose Pagoda Visit , Muslim Quarter Visit Explore the lively Muslim Quarter and its serene Great Mosque, making time to indulge in the offerings of exotic local street food stalls. At night, head out for some of the best street food in China – the spicy beef and lamb kebabs are always a favorite., The Great Mosque Discover this hidden oasis behind the markets of the Muslim Quarter. Learn about the Great Mosque's centuries-old history, and explore the temples and gardens to see how Chinese and Islamic architecture came together in this place of worship.

day 5 - Xi'an/Suzhou

In the morning, visit the ancient Xi’An City Wall and learn more about China’s incredible history. Then take the bullet train to Suzhou in the afternoon.
The ancient Xi’An City Wall was built for protection during the Tang Dynasty through to the Ming Dynasty. Your visit will start at 8:00 am and can take 1-2 hours to explore only a portion of the wall.

Choose to rent a bike and hop off where you’d like to admire the views as you pedal along the 12m (39 ft) wide wall, which takes about 2 hrs to cycle along.

Accomodation:Castle Hotel Suzhou (or similar)

Transport:Bullet Train

Included Activity:Xi'An Ancient City Wall

Optional Activities:Cycling Xi'an City Walls Rent a bike and cycle the Xi’an city walls. The walls – built for protection in the Tang Dynasty and expanded in the Ming dynasty –are a great way to absorb local history. Hop off where you like and admire the views as you pedal along the 12m (39 ft) wide wall, which takes about 2 hrs to cycle along.

day 6 - Suzhou/Shanghai

Start the Day by exploring in the city. Visit Suzhou's famed Master of the Nets Garden, one of the most beautiful gardens in China and recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Wander around Shantang Street. In the late afternoon, ride the bullet train to Shanghai.

Accomodation:Zhen Yue Hotel (or similar)

Transport:Bullet Train Duration : 0.5 hr

Included Activities:Master of the Nets Garden Tour Duration : 1.5 hr, Shangtang Street

day 7 - Shanghai

After an orientation walk along Shanghai's famous Bund, you are free to explore the delights of this modern Chinese city. In the evening, head to the theatre for an intense acrobatic performance that will keep you on the edge of your seat.

Accomodation:Zhen Yue Hotel (or similar)

Included Activities:Orientation Walk Duration : 1.0 hr, Acrobatic Performance Duration : 1.5 hr

Optional Activities:Yuyuan Garden , Shanghai Museum Visit Shanghai Museum, home to a world-class collection of ancient Chinese art. Tour individual galleries devoted to such items as sculpture, bronze, ceramics, jade, coins, Ming and Qing Dynasty furniture, paintings, and calligraphy. Stop at the gift shop on your way out.

day 8 - Shanghai/Osaka

Hop on a flight from Shanghai to Osaka. Take the evening to explore the city.
Board a flight from Shanghai to Osaka and enjoy a free night exploring the cityscape.

Accomodation:City Route Hotel (or similar)

Transport:Plane Duration : 2.25 hr - 3.0 hr

day 9 - Osaka/Kōyasan

Travel to the centre of Buddhism in Japan and sleep in a temple atop the 800m Mt Koya. Savour a traditional dinner of shojin ryori (Buddhist vegetarian cuisine).
Journey to Mt Koya, a religious centre founded in 816 by the Buddhist monk Kobo Daishi. The train ride up the mountain is possibly one of the finest rail journeys in Japan. For the final steep ascent, switch to funicular and then hop on a bus to reach the monastery.

In the evening, dine on shojin-ryori, typical vegetarian cuisine, and relax in a yukata, or kimono.

Meal:Breakfast and Dinner

Accomodation:Sekishoin (or similar)

Transport:Train Duration : 3.0 hr

Included Activity:Overnight in Mount Kōya Temple

day 10 - Kōyasan/Hiroshima

Watch the monks pray in the morning and enjoy a traditional breakfast. Have some time to enjoy Koyasan this morning, before travelling to Hiroshima this afternoon.
Early morning offers the chance to observe the monks praying. Breathe in some fresh mountain air before a vegetarian breakfast, then start the journey back down the mountain via bus, train and funicular.

Later, board a train to Hiroshima, a historically significant city, marked by the explosion of the first atomic bomb in 1945.

Meal:Breakfast

Accomodation:Toyoko Inn Hiroshimaeki Shinkansenguchi Ⅱ (or similar)

Transport:Bullet Train Duration : 5.0 hr

Included Activity:Oku-no-in Cemetery Visit

day 11 - Hiroshima

This morning, visit the Peace Park and Memorial Museum commemorating the events of 1945. In the afternoon, take a ferry ride over to the sacred island of Miyajima to see the famous floating Torii Gate. Opt to hike around Mt Misen.

Accomodation:Toyoko Inn Hiroshimaeki Shinkansenguchi Ⅱ (or similar)

Transport:Ferry

Included Activities:Hiroshima Park and Peace Memorial, Miyajima Island Visit

Optional Activities:Mt. Misen Visit Set out for the summit of Mt. Misen, Miyajima’s highest peak at 500m (1,640 ft) above sea level. Opt to hike one of three trails through the forest and keep an eye out for wild deer or catch a ride on the ropeway and walk the remaining distance to the top. Take in great views of the Seto Inland Sea and on a clear day see as far as the city of Hiroshima.

day 12 - Hiroshima/Kyoto

Travel to Kyoto and start exploring. Visit the impressive Nijo Castle and gardens, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In the evening, explore the geisha district of Gion on a CEO-led walking tour.

Accomodation:Prince Smart Inn Kyoto Sanjo (or similar)

Transport:Bullet Train Duration : 1.5 hr, Local Train Duration : 1.0 hr

Included Activities:Gion Walk, Nijo Castle and Gardens Visit

day 13 - Kyoto

Enjoy a visit to the beautiful Fushimi Inari Taisha shrine and walk under the bright torii gates. Opt to shop, stroll along the riverbank, or explore another of Kyoto's many temples with free time.

Accomodation:Prince Smart Inn Kyoto Sanjo (or similar)

Included Activity:Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine Visit

Optional Activities:Zen Gardens of Ryōan-ji The Ryōan-ji garden is one of the best examples of kare-sansui, or dry landscape, a type of Zen garden. Fifteen large rocks are placed within a sea of white pebbles raked into linear patterns to facilitate meditation. Stand on the platform to get the best view from above. Stroll the grounds around the Ryoan-ji Temple and along the Kyoyo-chi pond.

day 14 - Kyoto/Hakone

Take a boat ride on Lake Ashino-ko, and hopefully catch a glimpse of majestic Mt Fuji. Enjoy a feast on a traditional Japanese kaiseki meal then soak in the natural hot springs.
Travel to Hakone, a town in the hills famous for its onsens, or natural hot springs.

In the evening, enjoy savouring a complex meal of traditional Japanese foods, followed by a recommended soak in the onsen.

Meal:Dinner

Accomodation:Hotel Kagetsuen (or similar)

Transport:Bullet Train Duration : 3.0 hr, Local Bus Duration : 0.5 hr

Included Activities:Lake Ashino-ko Boat Ride Duration : 0.5 hr, Traditional Kaiseki Meal

day 15 - Hakone/Tokyo

Head to Tokyo with time to do some last-minute shopping.
Arrive before noon to Tokyo, with time to explore this energetic metropolis.

Opt to visit Ueno park and the museums, Akihabara for cutting edge electronics, Harajuku for funky fashions, Ginza for the highest of the high end, walk the grounds of the Imperial Palace East Garden, or just stroll the streets, looking for the traditional life that still lies just under the modern surface.

Meal:Breakfast

Accomodation:The B Akasaka (or similar)

Transport:Local Train

Optional Activities:Ginza Shopping The Ginza district is Tokyo’s equivalent of Fifth Avenue in New York. Window shop at Chanel, Dior, Gucci and Louis Vuitton, then check out the latest electronics at the Sony showroom or Apple store. Visit the Wako department store with its historic clock tower, housed in a building that dates back to 1894. If you are there on a weekend, head to Ginza’s main street where pedestrians rule without Tokyo’s traffic. , Imperial Palace East Gardens Walk The Imperial Palace in Tokyo’s city centre is home to Japan’s Emperor and Empress. It is surrounded by a moat and three gardens, all open to the public. Stroll throughout the grounds, admire the azaleas and hydrangeas (when in season), discover the original stone wall that surrounded the palace back in 17th to 19th centuries during the days when samurai warriors defended the ruler. Visit nearby Sannomaru-Shozo-kan museum and see exquisite kimonos and Japanese paintings., Sensō-ji Temple Visit Explore Sensō-ji Temple, a colourful Buddhist temple and the oldest temple in the entire city. Leading up to the temple the street is lined with shops selling yummy food and great souvenirs. , Ueno Park Visit Park entrance is free, as are many of the shrines. However, some shrines and museums charge an entry fee of 500JPY., Meiji Shrine (Meiji Jingū) Visit Entry to the shrine is free. Entry to the Treasure House is 500yen, and the Inner Garden is an additional 500yen.

day 16 - Tokyo

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Beijing to Tokyo: The Great Wall & Mt Fuji

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What's Included

Accommodation

Hotels (13 nts), mountain monastery (1 nt, shared facilities), traditional inn (1 nt, shared facilities).

Meals

3 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 2 dinners
Note: Allow USD580-755 for meals not included.

Transport

All transportation is includedAirport pickup (Up to 2 days before tour)All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Guide

An experienced guide throughout the trip.

Included activities

Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and GroupYour Discover Moment: ShanghaiYour Local Living Moment: Overnight in Mount Kōya Temple, KōyasanGreat Wall excursion and entrance (Beijing)Tiananmen Square and Forbidden City guided tourTerracotta Warriors excursion (Xi'an)Master of the Nets Garden visit (Suzhou)Shanghai orientation walkChinese acrobat performance (Shanghai)Hiroshima Peace Park and Museum visitMiyajima excursion with floating torii gate visitNijo Castle and gardens visit (Kyoto)Gion walkFushimi Inari shrine visitLake Ashino-ko boat rideTraditional ryokan stay with kaiseki mealInternal flight

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