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12 daysDuration
Group TourJoin a group of travelers
50 peopleMaximum group size
15 - 99 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language
Easy
Light physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.
Starts
Ends
Tokyo, Japan
Tokyo, Japan
Itinerary
Unveil Japan’s lesser-known treasures on the 12-day 'Discover Hidden Japan' tour, starting and ending in Tokyo. This easy-paced explorer trip is crafted for seniors, featuring comfortable hotels, organized transport, and included meals. The group’s main focus is guided sightseeing, leading participants off the beaten path to reveal authentic local experiences. The unique aspect of this package lies in its dedication to showcasing Japan’s hidden gems, making it a rewarding choice for travelers seeking something beyond the usual tourist trail.
day 1Tokyo
Welcome to Japan! After completing customs procedures, you’ll be transferred to your hotel by shared shuttle bus. The rest of the day is yours to enjoy at leisure. In the afternoon, you’ll receive details about the start of your tour.
day 2Tokyo
day 3Tokyo, Mount Fuji, Kawaguchiko
day 4Kawaguchiko, Iyashi No Sato Nenba, Toyota, Kyoto
day 5Kyoto
day 6Kyoto, Eihei-ji, Katsuyama-dinosaur Museum, Katsuyama, Kanazawa
day 7Kanazawa
day 8Kanazawa, Ainokura, Shirakawa, Hida Village, Takayama
day 9Takayama, Hida Furukawa, Matsumoto, Nagano
day 10Nagano, Monkey Park, Kusatsu, Ikaho
day 11Ikaho, Nikko, Tokyo
day 12Tokyo
What's Included
Accommodation
Tokio - Shinagawa Prince Hotel (4 Star Hotel)Kawaguchiko - Fuji View Hotel Kawaguchiko (4 Star Hotel)Kioto - Miyako Kioto Hachijyo (4 Star Hotel)Nagano - Metropolitan Nagano (4 Star Hotel)Ikaho - Kishigon Ryokan (4 Star Hotel)
Meals
3 dinner included in: Tokyo, Kawaguchiko, Ikaho
Transport
Includes arrival transferBoat: Kawaguchiko LakeEvening transfer: Shinjuku in Tokyo, Traditional quarter of Gion in Kioto
Others
General Services: Travel by bus with English speaking guide, basic travel insurance, hotel and breakfast buffet.City tour in: Tokyo, KanazawaTicket admission: Metro, Zojoji Temple, Meiji Temple, Sensoji Temple, Tokyo Skytree (up to the Tembo Deck) in Tokyo, Arakurayama Sengen Park in Monte Fuji, Fuji Sengen Shrine in Kawaguchiko, Village Museum in Iyashi No Sato Nemba, Toyota Museum, Tenryu-ji Temple, Arashiyama bamboo forest in Kyoto, Fushimi Inari, Imperial Palace, Kinkakuji Temple in Kioto, Shirahige Ginra Shrine and Temple-monastery of Eihei-Ji, Dinosaur Museum, Great Buddha and Echizen Pagoda in Katsuyama, Kenrokuen Garden, Small village in Ainokura, Village of Shirakawa-go Oguimachi, Hida Folk Village Museum, Museum in Hida Furukawa, Castle in Matsumoto, Zenko-ji Temple, Gomakuyo ceremony, Jigokudani Monkey Park in Nagano, Nikko Toshogu Shrine, Taiyuinbyo Mausoleum in Nikko
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