Cherry Blossom Festival - 13 days

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13 daysDuration

Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants, maximum 18 travelers

18 peopleMaximum group size

18 - 80 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Moderate

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

Starts

Tokyo, Japan

Ends

Tokyo, Japan

Highlights

Tokyo - Explore Sensoji Temple, Meiji Shrine and Shibuya Crossing, see the cherry blossoms in bloom in Hama-rikyu Gardens,

Matsumoto - Visit Matsumoto Castle, one of the few original and complete castles in Japan, giving a real sense of ancient Japan and how the Samurai used to live and fight

Daio Wasabi Farm - Find out how wasabi is grown, enjoy the spectacular scenery and perhaps even try some wasabi flavoured ice cream!

Takayama - Discover this enchanting ancient town famed for its narrow streets lined with inns, tea houses, shops and merchant houses. Enjoy a tea ceremony and a visit to a traditional Hida village on the outskirts of town

Kanazawa - See the cherry blossoms at Kenrokuen - one of the best and most beautiful feudal lords' gardens in Japan

Stay in a traditional ryokan - Sample Japanese hospitality, bathing in natural hot springs and wear a Yukata (casual Kimono)

Kyoto - Explore the UNESCO Listed ancient and cultural capital of Japan. Visit Nijo Castle, Sanjusagen-do Temple and Kinkakuji Temple (Golden Pavilion)

Kyoto - Enjoy a walking tour of Gion Geisha District and watch the beautiful Miyako Odari (Spring Geisha Dances)

Hiroshima - Learn about the horrific hiroshima bombing, see the UNESCO Listed A-Bomb Dome and visit the beautiful Peace Park and moving Peace Memorial Museum,

Hakone - Marvel at the incredible views of the snow-capped Mt Fuji. Explore the beautiful region and travelling aboard mountain buses, switchback railways, boats and cable cars

Stay in a traditional ryokan - Sample Japanese hospitality, bathing in natural hot springs and wear a Yukata (casual Kimono)

Kyoto - Explore the UNESCO Listed ancient and cultural capital of Japan. Visit Nijo Castle, Sanjusagen-do Temple and Kinkakuji Temple (Golden Pavilion)

Kyoto - Enjoy a walking tour of Gion Geisha District and watch the beautiful Miyako Odari (Spring Geisha Dances)

Hiroshima - Learn about the horrific hiroshima bombing, see the UNESCO Listed A-Bomb Dome and visit the beautiful Peace Park and moving Peace Memorial Museum,

Hakone - Marvel at the incredible views of the snow-capped Mt Fuji. Explore the beautiful region and travelling aboard mountain buses, switchback railways, boats and cable cars

Itinerary

Step into a world awash in delicate pink blossoms on the Cherry Blossom Festival - 13 Days tour in Japan. Starting and ending in Tokyo, this moderate-activity trip is ideal for seasoned travelers eager for cultural immersion and natural beauty. Traverse Takayama, Hiroshima, Matsumoto, and more, visiting lush gardens, attending Kyoto’s renowned Spring Geisha Dances, experiencing a traditional tea ceremony, and sampling delicacies at Japan’s oldest Wasabi Farm. The highlight and unique selling point of this tour package is the opportunity to witness cherry blossom season at its peak—a fleeting spectacle that transforms the country. With accommodations, meals, and seamless transport included, this journey promises an unforgettable springtime adventure in Japan.

day 1 - Welcome to Japan

Welcome to Japan! Upon arrival to Tokyo you will be met at either Narita or Haneda International Airport by your guide or a representative and will travel togerther by train into the heart of the city and check into your hotel. The rest of the day is free to spend at your leisure.

We recommend arriving before 3pm on this day, as there will be a Welcome Meeting at 6pm, where you will meet your guide and the rest of the group.

OverNight:Tokyo

day 2 - Tokyo sightseeing - Meiji Shrine, Ginza & Shibuya

Today we embark on a full day tour of the city by public transport. We start with a walk through Hamarikyu tei-en, a tranquil garden where we will be able to see cherry blossom trees. Later, we visit the revered Meiji Shrine where the emperor Meiji and his wife are enshrined.

The last stop of the day is the Shibuya Crossing - regarded as one of the busiest pedestrian intersections in the world. It is said that up to a 1000 people converge onto the intersection with every light change. Known as 'the scramble' we'll give it a go then you can purchase a coffee at the second floor Starbucks located directly above and leisurely take in the spectacle from our vantage point. The remainder of the afternoon offers free time for you to further discover this exciting city independently, before our group welcome dinner at a local restaurant this evening.

Meals:1 Breakfast, 1 Dinner

OverNight:Tokyo

day 3 - Beautiful Matsumoto Castle

Tokyo – Matsumoto. This morning we take a private coach to Matsumoto, and upon arrival visit the incredibly beautiful Matsumoto Castle, which is one of the original and most complete of the handful of medieval castles that exist in Japan today. The towering black and white structure holds some 400 years of history, is a National Treasure (1 of only 4 castles) and is the most iconic landmark in the city. The reward for climbing the narrow stairs to the top are the stunning views of the Japanese Alps, Matsumoto City and the swans circling in the moat below, that can be seen from the slim wooden windows (used for archers and gunmen). Tonight, we have the unique experience of enjoying a night at a traditional Japanese ryokan.

Meals:1 Breakfast, 1 Dinner

OverNight:Matsumoto

day 4 - Takayama - charming Hida Folk Village

Matsumoto – Takayama. From Matsumoto we take a private coach to Takayama, a charming town in the heart of the Hida Mountains. Established in the 16th century as the castle town of the Kanamori family, the town is famous throughout Japan for its old town area of narrow streets filled with well-preserved inns, tea houses, shops and merchants houses with latticed windows and overhanging roofs that are characteristic of the Edo period.

On our way to Takayama we will stop at the picturesque Daio Wasabi Farm, one of Japan’s largest wasabi farms. There is free time to take in the beautiful gardens and fields. The shop on site offers many different options to try of this unique product - wasabi chocolate, wasabi beer, wasabi ice-cream, wasabi juice and much more. Upon arrival to Takayama and we’ll drive to the outskirts of the town to visit the fascinating Hida Folk Village, an outdoor museum comprising 30 or so traditional farmhouses from around the Hida region, re-built here on the hillside overlooking the town.

Meals:1 Breakfast

OverNight:Takayama

day 5 - Takayama's Old Quarter

This morning we visit the town's market stalls, overflowing with fresh produce brought in daily from the surrounding fields before experiencing a traditional tea ceremony. An elevated art form in Japan, known in Japanese as sado ('the way of the tea')

Later, we explore Takayama’s Old Quarter, where you can enjoy free time to wander around the shops and perhaps visit a sake distillery to sample the town’s famous sake. Here you can also enjoy the 'onsen' or public hot springs, well known for their therapeutic benefits to body and mind!

During your stay in Takayama we recommend you sample some of Takayama’s delicious Hida beef at one of the many restaurants or beef burger cafes.

Meals:1 Breakfast

OverNight:Takayama

day 6 - Cherry blossoms of Kanazawa

Takayama – Kanazawa. Today we take a private coach to Kanazawa. First, we will head to the Nagamachi District located at the foot of the former Kanazawa Castle – known for its old samurai houses. Upon arrival we will visit the Nomura Family Samurai House. When it hits lunch time, we will explore the lively Omicho Ichiba Market, a food market and restaurant area.

Afterwards, we will visit one of Japan’s most impressive gardens, Kenroku-en, located opposite Kanazawa Castle. Once part of the feudal lord's garden, Kenroku-en is regarded as one of the best places to see the country's famous cherry blossoms - hopefully in full bloom. In Kanazawa, the cherry blossom trees are due to bloom in late March/early April. When in bloom, these delicate soft pink flowers can be seen lining the streets and filling the parks and gardens all over the city. The remainder of the day is at your own leisure.

Meals:1 Breakfast

OverNight:Kanazawa

day 7 - Kyoto - beauty, art & culture

Kanazawa – Kyoto. With our luggage in tow, this morning we’ll take two trains to reach Kyoto, Japan’s ancient and cultural capital, where we will spend the next three nights. As one of the most culturally rich cities in Asia, Kyoto is home to 17 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, over 1,600 Buddhist Temples and 400 Shinto Shrines.

Upon arrival we tour Sanjusagen-do Temple, famous for its statues of Kannon. The one thousand life-size statues of Kannon are made of Japanese cypress and are completely covered in gold-leaf. Standing in rows of 10 and each hand carved, so that no two are alike. Our last stop today is the enchanted Fushimi Inari Shrine with its torii gates and picturesque tunnels.

Please note, during our time in Kyoto we will be travelling only via local transport. It will be busy at this time of year, but that's all part of the experience!

Meals:1 Breakfast

OverNight:Kyoto

day 8 - Hiroshima - Peace Park, Museum & Memorials

Kyoto - Hiroshima - Kyoto. This morning we depart for a full day sightseeing excursion to Hiroshima, taking one of the fastest trains in Japan (the Nozomi Shinkansen) which reaches speeds of up to 300km on the route. Arriving to Hiroshima we visit the iconic A-Bomb Dome - one of the very few buildings left standing after the blast, the Peace Park and Peace Park Museum, which are a sobering reminder of Hiroshima’s devastating past. We return by train to Kyoto, arriving just after sundown.

Meals:1 Breakfast

OverNight:Kyoto

day 9 - Kyoto's best temples, Miyako Odari - Spring Geisha dances

This morning we visit the stunning Zen Buddhist Temple of Kinkaku-ji, known as the Golden Temple which forms part of the Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto's World Heritage Site. The top floor of the two-story structure is completely covered in gold and sits beside a small lake where its beauty is reflected in the calm waters. After, we embark on a guided walking tour of UNESCO Listed Nijo Castle, which was built by the first Tokugawa Shogunate in 1603, the exquisite castle is a wonderful example of Momoyama architecture.

Later today we make our way to Gion for a guided walk through the famed Geisha District. This evening, we have tickets to witness the Miyako Odari geisha dances at the Minami-za Theatre. Dinner tonight is at SODOH Higashiyama - keep a look out, as it's very possible to see Maiko (apprentice Geisha) dressed in beautiful kimono walking to and from their lessons.

Luggage Forwarding: Please note, you will need to pack an overnight bag as our main luggage will be couriered from Kyoto to Hakone and it will arrive tomorrow.

Meals:1 Breakfast, 1 Dinner

OverNight:Kyoto

days 10-11 - Hakone National Park & Mt Fuji

Kyoto - Hakone National Park. Today a bullet train takes us to Fuji Hakone National Park on day 10, where we will spend the next two days exploring the local area. Arriving at our hotel after lunch, the afternoon is at leisure.

During our stay, we have access to unlimited travel on nearly all the local modes of transport thanks to our Hakone Freepass Card - from mountain buses, trams and switchback rail, to lofty cable cars. We'll take a cruise across picturesque Lake Ashi to Moto-Hakone to visit the Shinto Shrine of Hakone-jinja, where we will hopefully be rewarded with the best views of Mt Fuji (on a clear day), we will also see the Red Torii Gate of Hakone. At our Hakone hotel we can also enjoy the relaxing experience of more hot springs.

Meals:2 Breakfast, 2 Dinner

OverNight:Hakone

day 12 - Tokyo - Sensoji Temple District & free time

Hakone - Tokyo. We take a private coach back to Tokyo this morning and this time we will be staying in old-town Akakusa, a pretty district famous for its historic Sensoji Buddhist Temple and its abundance of interesting souvenir and craft stalls. After a guided visit of Senso-ji Temple, the rest of the afternoon offers the opportunity to do any last-minute sightseeing or shopping. You may also wish to head up to the Tokyo Sky Tree for some final dazzling views of the city.

Meals:1 Breakfast

OverNight:Tokyo

day 13 - Goodbye Japan...

Today our holiday concludes. Travel (unescorted) back to Narita or Haneda International Airports by train.

We offer post-tour accommodation for those interested in staying in Tokyo a little longer, please enquire.

Meals:1 Breakfast

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Accommodation

12 nights 3 - 4 star accommodation (including a ryokan stay)

Meals

Breakfast daily and 5 dinners

Transport

Airport arrival transfer on day 1 (by train) from Narita or Haneda International AirportAll relevant transfers and transportation - private buses and trains (including Tokyo Transport Pass and 2 day Hakone Free Pass)Train back to Narita or Haneda International Airport on day 13 (unescorted)

Guide

Escorted by a licensed English speaking Japanese tour guide

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Guided sightseeing and walking tours in Tokyo, Matsumoto, Kanazawa, Takayama, Kyoto and HakoneDay trip to Hiroshima with visits to Peace Park, Peace Park Museum, various memorials and the A-Bomb siteFuji Hakone National Park, with lake cruise, cable cars, ropeways and switchback trainsTicket to the Spring Geisha Dances (Miyako Odori performance and guided tour of the Gion Geisha District in KyotoBaggage forwarding service from Kyoto to Hakone (one bag per person)Maximum group size: 18 persons

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