Japan in Stillness: Tokyo & Kyoto
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Day 1 – Arrival in Kyoto
Arrive at Osaka's Kansai International Airport and transfer to Kyoto. Settle into your hotel and enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure. Depending on arrival time, explore nearby streets, sample Japanese cuisine, or simply relax after your flight.
Overnight: Kyoto
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Day 2 – Kyoto Highlights
Spend the day discovering Kyoto's most iconic sights. Wander through centuries-old temple grounds, admire exquisite Japanese gardens, and explore historic districts where traditional wooden houses still line narrow streets. Visit highlights such as the Bamboo Grove, Kinkaku-ji, and Fushimi Inari Shrine while learning about Kyoto's role as Japan's imperial capital for over a thousand years.
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Day 3 – Amanohashidate & Ine
Journey to one of Japan's most beautiful coastal regions. Admire the famous sandbar of Amanohashidate, often considered one of Japan's Three Scenic Views, before continuing to the picturesque fishing village of Ine. Here, traditional boathouses sit directly on the waterfront, creating one of the country's most unique and photogenic landscapes. This is a glimpse of rural Japan that many visitors never experience.
Overnight: Kyoto -
Day 4– Hiroshima & Miyajima
Board the Shinkansen for a day exploring Hiroshima and nearby Miyajima Island. Visit the Peace Memorial Park and Museum, reflecting on the city's remarkable story of resilience and renewal. Later, discover Miyajima's tranquil atmosphere and its famous floating torii gate before returning to Kyoto in the evening.
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Day 5 – Nara & Transfer to Tokyo
Spend the morning exploring Nara, Japan's first permanent capital. Visit the impressive Todai-ji Temple and stroll through Nara Park, where hundreds of friendly deer roam freely among temples and gardens.
Later in the afternoon, board the world-famous Shinkansen and travel to Tokyo. Upon arrival, settle into your hotel and enjoy your first evening in Japan's vibrant capital.
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Day 6 - Tokyo Highlights
Explore Tokyo's fascinating blend of ancient traditions and cutting-edge modernity. Discover historic neighbourhoods, bustling commercial districts, elegant shopping avenues, and some of the city's most famous landmarks while experiencing the energy that makes Tokyo one of the world's great cities.
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Day 7 - Mount Fuji & Fuji Five Lakes
Enjoy a full-day excursion to the Mount Fuji region. Travel through scenic countryside to the Fuji Five Lakes area, where spectacular views of Japan's most iconic mountain await. Depending on weather conditions, enjoy several viewpoints offering unforgettable vistas of Mount Fuji and the surrounding landscapes.
Overnight: Tokyo
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Day 8 - Departure from Tokyo
Enjoy a relaxed morning before transferring to the airport for your onward flight. Depart with memories of ancient temples, scenic coastlines, historic landmarks, and the unique contrasts that make Japan one of the world's most captivating destinations.escription goes here
Inclusions
7 nights accommodation
Daily breakfast
Airport arrival transfer
All intercity rail transportation
Kyoto Highlights tour
Nara day trip
Amanohashidate & Ine day trip
Hiroshima & Miyajima day trip
Tokyo Highlights tour
Mount Fuji day trip
Services of an experienced tour leader
Visa
Exclusions
International & Internal flights and airport taxes
Travel insurance
Personal expenses (shopping, extra snacks, souvenirs)
Optional activities not listed in the itinerary
Lunch, Dinner
Drinks