Japan: Land of the Rising Sun
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- No booking fees
- City sightseeing
- Local culture
- Natural landmarks sightseeing
- Cultural, religious and historic sites
- Art and architecture
- Family
- Customizable
- Booking Type Instant booking
- duration 13 days
- tour type Small group Request as private
- age requirement 15-99 yrs
- max group size 12
- guiding method Fully guided
- Tour Code BM-3102
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- Operated in English
- Soar high above Lake Ashi and (on a clear day) get a glimpse of glorious Mt Fuji on a ride on the Hakone ropeway.
- Be impressed by the efficiency and ultra modernity of Japan’s bullet trains as you zip from place to place.
- Explore traditional Japanese culture in Edo-period Takayama and visit a folk village, tour a 600-year-old market and a enjoy a sake brewery tasting.
- Visit the Peace Park for moving insight into the devastation of the atomic bomb in Hiroshima, then cruise to peaceful Miyajima Island where wild deer roam the streets.
- Finish your tour with three nights in Kyoto, Japan’s cultural capital and home to literally thousands of temples, the Gion District where Geisha entertain the wealthy elite and renowned Kyoto sushi.
This 13-day tour of Japan will introduce you to the cultures – old and new – that define this small but influential archipelago. Beginning in tech-mecca Tokyo and finishing with three nights in Kyoto, this immersive tour will also introduce you to lesser-known cities through Japan’s centre and southern reaches. Discover scenic beauty on the Hakone ropeway, sip the best sake in Takayama, find out about the Hiroshima of today and wonder at the floating torii gate of Miyajima. You’ll have a local to guide you through these lesser-known destinations and reveal layers of culture and history.
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Day 1: Tokyo
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Day 2: Tokyo - Nikko
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Day 3: Nikko
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Day 4: Hakone
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Day 5: Hakone
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Day 6: Takayama
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Day 7: Takayama
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Day 8: Hiroshima
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Day 9: Miyajima - Hiroshima
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Day 10: Kyoto
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Day 11: Kyoto
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Day 12: Kyoto
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Day 13: Kyoto
- Hotel (8 nights), Japanese Inn ( 4 nights)
- 1 Breakfast, 1 Dinner
- Boat , Public Bus , Cable Car , Ferry , Metro , High Speed Train , Train
- An expert tour leader
- Nikko - Toshogu Shrine
- Hakone - Cable car/Ropeway
- Hakone - Lake Ashinoko boat cruise
- Takayama - Hida Folk Village
- Takayama - Market visit with snack sampling
- Takayama - Sake brewery tasting
- Takayama - Incense making in Zenkoji Temple
- Hiroshima - Peace Park & A - Bomb Dome
- Hiroshima - Peace Museum
- Hiroshima - Okonomiyaki dinner
- Hiroshima - Miyajima Island
- Himeji - Himeji Castle
- Kyoto - Gion District walk
- Kyoto - Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion)
- Kyoto - Fushimi Inari-Taisha
- Kyoto - Japanese sweat making & Mocha tea experience
- Kyoto - Nishiki Market walk with snack sampling
- Any international flights to Tokyo and from Kyoto are not included in this price. We always recommend that you arrive 1 day prior to your tour starting date.
- Travel insurance is not included in this Japan: Land of the Rising Sun tour. Travel insurance is mandatory to buy. World Nomads' travel insurance has been designed by travelers for travelers.
- Personal Itinerary can be tweaked and customized.
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No additional cancellation fees apply for this Japan: Land of the Rising Sun tour. You can cancel the tour up to 60 days prior departure and avoid paying the full amount, but your deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within 59 days of departure.
PaymentFor any tour departures within 30 October 2024, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 30 October 2024, a deposit of 400 USD is required to confirm the tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 59 days before trip departure.
Travel InsuranceJapan: Land of the Rising Sun tour requires that you have adequate and valid travel insurance covering medical and personal accidents, including repatriation costs and emergency evacuation. World Nomads offers travel insurance for independent travelers and intrepid families.
VisaFor this Japan: Land of the Rising Sun tour getting the required visa(s) is the responsibility for each individual traveller, as visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. We recommend to check with your local embassies representing the countries that you are traveling to, as part of this itinerary.
Is this trip right for you- We think Japan is best explored on foot, so this tour involves lots of walking. Please ensure you bring sturdy walking shoes and comfortable clothes. To make the most of the trip, it's best if you have at least a moderate level of fitness.
- In some destinations you may be staying in a minshuku, which is a Japanese-style inn. It’s a great taste of tradition, however not everyone finds futon mattresses on the tatami-mat floor, small bathrooms and close proximity to other guests comfortable. Read more about it in the ‘Accommodation’ section of the Essential Trip Information. For some departures, we may swap them with hotels or vice versa depending on seasonal availability. Please consult your booking agent if you need more details.
- Be prepared to pack light and smart for this trip as you'll be required to carry your own luggage between train stations and to hotels, which can include going up and down multiple flights of stairs in crowded areas.
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When is the best time to go to Japan to see the cherry blossom season?
Cherry blossom trees bloom at different times across the country and may come earlier or later in the year depending on the weather. In general, cherry blossom season in Japan begins in January and peaks in late March in the Honshu region, while specifically in Hokkaido the full bloom is in May.