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8 Days the Golden Route Japan

Day 1: Welcome to Japan “Land of the rising Sun” – Transfer to Tokyo

Welcome to Japan “The land of the rising Sun” – the country known for its traditional arts, oldest civilization, and embracing technology like no other country on the planet. After completing your immigration, you will depart for dinner. Overnight in Tokyo. (Dinner)

Day 2: Full Day Tokyo Tour

After buffet breakfast at hotel and soak in the sights of this magnificent Tokyo City on a guided city tour.

Sensoji Temple -The sightseeing will start from Sensoji, the historic temple to the goddess of mercy, a very popular Buddhist temple, built in the 7th century. Adjacent to the temple is a five-story pagoda, Shinto shrine, the Asakusa Shrine and here we can see many women in Kimono.

Visit Tea Ceremony Experience in a Japanese Garden Teahouse In a teahouse within a beautiful Japanese garden, enjoy watching the tea prepared right before your eyes, then taste some tea and sweets.


Landmark of Tokyo - Tokyo Skytree - The highlight of the Tokyo Sky tree is its two observation decks which offer spectacular views out over Tokyo. The two enclosed decks are located at heights of 350 and 450 meters respectively, making them the highest observation decks in Japan. You will get a chance to get a bird eye view of Tokyo city from Tokyo Sky tree.

Tokyo Tower- After lunch view the Tokyo Tower (Photo stop) Standing 333 meters high in the center of Tokyo, Tokyo Tower is the world's tallest, self-supported steel tower and 13 meters taller than its model, the Eiffel Tower.

Visit Team Lab is a museum where you walk through water, and a garden where you become one with the flowers. It comprises 4 large-scale artwork spaces and 2 gardens created by art collective team Lab.

Later visit Rainbow Bridge, Nakamise-dōri Shopping Arcade, Akihabara, Takeshita Fashion Street and Ginza.

After this we will depart for Aqualine- Umi-Hotaru is the world’s only toll road rest area located on the sea. It is part of the Tokyo Wan Aqua Line Express Way. Tokyo Aqua line was opened in 1997 and is a bridge and tunnel construction and 4 lane highway that extends across Tokyo Bay and links Kanagawa with Chiba.

And Umi-Hotaru also known as Sea Firefly due to the appearance of a ray of light coming out from the water. It is a rest area boasting of five floors of restaurants, shops, and cafes as well as a viewing deck on the top from where you can look back onto Tokyo Overnight in Tokyo. (Breakfast Lunch Dinner)

Day 3 Tokyo – Mt. Fuji - Owakudani Ropeway -Yunssen–Hakone- Tokyo (1 Night)

Visit - Mt. Fuji 5th Station The bus will head up to the 5th Station along the Subaru Line. The 5th Station is situated at 2,300 meters (7,546 feet) above sea level. At this height, you will be amazed at spectacular, breathtaking views from above the clouds.

Visit - Lake Ashi Cruise at Lake Ashi in Hakone, customers can ride a cruise ship. Spend a relaxing time gazing at the beautiful lake and Mt. Fuji. (The tour may be guided to an alternative destination if the Lake Ashi cruise operation is suspended, or depending on road conditions, congestion, etc.)


Take a 7-minute ropeway ride to the peak of Mt. Komagatake. Later, take a cableway ride up to the spiritual Hakone Shrine Mototsumiya (original shrine) that nestles at the mountaintop. Enjoy the scenery of Lake Ashi spread out below. (The tour may be guided to an alternative destination if the Komagatake Ropeway operation is suspended, or depending on road conditions, congestion, etc). Today Marvel at the amazing Hakone. Cruise on Lake Ashi and enjoy Mount Fuji. Climb Mt Hakone on a cable car, sightseeing around volcanic Ohwakudani, and at the final stop, choose to shop in the Gotemba outlets. Visit Lake Yamanaka for further views of Mount Fuji. Relish the peacefulness and tranquility of the water as you admire the impressive volcanic peak Head to Oshino Hakkai, one of the most famous spots in the Fujisan area and see the 8 different lakes located there. Taste the water from Mount Fuji.

In the evening, we relax at Hakone Kowakien Yunessun – Soak in relaxing hot baths flavored with red wine, coffee, green tea, and more! Set amid the stunning natural surroundings of Hakone, Yunessun. Overnight in Hakone. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 4 – Tokyo – Osaka by bullet train – Osaka city tour

After breakfast we proceed to Osaka by bullet train. After reaching proceed for Osaka City Tour. Today we visit Floating Garden Observatory, Umeda District. The open-air observatory overlooks the city of Osaka, Awaji Island and Mt. Ikoma. Enjoy panoramic views from 170 meters above the city.

Board the Aqua Liner. Enjoy seeing the seasonal scenery with a cruise along the Ogawa River aboard the Aqua

Liner water bus. See a view of the famous places and historic spots of Osaka from the river.

Visit Osaka Castle. Osaka Castle was founded in the 16th century by Toyotomi Hideyoshi, a remarkable shogun in the Sengoku period, and is known as the symbol of his power.

Day 5: Osaka –Full Day trip to Kyoto- Visit Philosopher's Walk ||Nijo Castle||Visit Kinkakuji Temple|| Visit Fushimi Inari Shrine || Visit Arashiyama Bamboo Forest and Arashiyama romantic train ||Tea ceremony in Kyoto

In Kyoto: Visit the Golden Pavilion a Magnificent Example of Japanese Architecture Built in the 14th century as a villa for a powerful shogun, Kinkaku-ji temple, commonly referred to as the Golden Pavilion. We stroll around Gion with its traditional village setup.

After that, make your way to the Fushimi Inari Shrine. The shrine is famous for its thousands of stunning vermilion torii gates that are lined along a 4km long tunnel, which was even featured in the film "Memoirs of a Geisha". This complex wraps around a bamboo wilderness that consists of mountains, streams, and ponds, making it the perfect backdrop for a scenic hike. Later enjoy Fushimi Canal Boat Ride. Fushimi Jikkoku Boat is a niche attraction! But the cherry blossoms here are super beautiful!


We enjoy a walk through Arashiyama Bamboo Groove and Togetsukyo Bridge. Arashiyama Bamboo Forest is the thick green bamboo stalks seem to continue endlessly in every direction. The Arashiyama Bamboo Path is a short 500-meter path through the Sagano Bamboo Forest that's well maintained with attractive thatch fences complete with little doors for small animals. The area around the path is populated with small temples and quiet streets that have a village-like atmosphere.

The Philosopher's Walk is a pedestrian path that follows a cherry-tree-lined canal in Kyoto, Japan between Ginkaku-ji and Nanzen-ji.

Nijo Castle is one of the more complete examples of a castle complex in Japan. It earns its place as a world heritage property for these many cultural assets.

Arashiyama romantic train. This Romantic Train takes you up to the mountains and the countryside of Kyoto. The Ride is supposed to be very scenic and a very enjoyable ride. The train itself is an old train with open sides and you can see and feel the nature around as you ride past the river and mountains.

The tea ceremony in Kyoto is perhaps one of the best memories one can have in a lifetime. Overnight in Osaka. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 6: Osaka – Day trip to Nara (Visit Todaiji Temple - Visit Nara Deer Park)

Today, proceed to Nara and visit the Nara Deer Park, the park is home to hundreds of freely roaming deer also known as “Messengers of God”.

Visit Todaiji Temple- Todaiji Temple is one of the major landmarks in Nara. Todaiji is one of the most impressive temples in Japan and plays a major role in Japanese history through the ages. Todaiji Temple is the largest wooden building in the world. The temple also houses one of the largest bronze statues of Buddha at 16.3 meters high. Nearby, explore the surrounding Deer Park, filled with over 1,000 Sika Deer.

Nara Deer Park- Nara Park is a public park located in the city of Nara, Japan, at the foot of Mount Wakakusa and see the over 1,000 tame deer roaming freely in the peaceful park Established in 1880 it is one of the oldest parks in Japan. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 7: Osaka – by bullet train -Hiroshima – Miyajima Island – Itsukushima Shrine – Floating Tori Gate - Visit Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park – Osaka

After breakfast proceed to Hiroshima by bullet train from Mishima/Odawara station. You will be travelling in one of the fastest bullet trains in Japan.

Hiroshima - A place often visited in the south of Japan is Hiroshima. The city is often referenced as a symbol and a reminder of peace. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1996, 71 years after the bomb "Little Boy" was dropped in 1945 during World War II.

First, we proceed to the pier to take the ferry to Miyajima Island. It is an Island where Gods’ live together, Miyajima Island, a standout amongst the most picturesque spots in Japan, has for some time been viewed as an Island of Gods on the wonderful Seto Inland Sea. It is a romantic and authentic island where Itsukushima Shrine, a World Heritage site, is situated, alongside the Virgin Forest of Mt. Misen, and various preserved shrines and historical monuments.


Visit the Itsukushima Shrine, the centuries-old Itsukushima Shrine on Miyajima, the shrine is known worldwide for its iconic “Floating Tori (Gate)”.

Later visit the Hiroshima Peace Park and the Atomic Bomb Dome (Genbaku Dome) which is a part of the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park and a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1996, the ruin is dedicated for its legacy as the “first city in the world” to suffer a nuclear attack and a memorial to the people who were killed in the atomic bombing of Hiroshima on August 6, 1945.

Later photograph yourself in the Japanese traditional Kimono dress. Upon arrival at Osaka, we view Gate Tower Building – a 16-storey office building famous for the highway that passes through three floors of the building. Return to Osaka by bullet train. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 8: Osaka – Departure to hometown

It’s time now to say goodbye! Today after breakfast at your hotel, proceed to the airport as this fantastic tour comes to an end. Return home with wonderful memories of your tour. (Breakfast)

Inclusion

  • Deluxe 4 Star Hotel Accommodation (USA style)
  • All transfers, sightseeing and entrance tickets as per the itinerary.
  • Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner as per itinerary.
  • 2 water bottles per person per day (500 ml).

Sightseeing Included


Tokyo, Japan

  • Tokyo City on a guided city tour
  • Sensoji Temple
  • Tokyo Skytree
  • Team Lab
  • Evening free time in Ginza
  • Aqualine- Umihotaru
  • Shibuya crossing
  • Takeshita Fashion Street
  • Rainbow Bridge
  • Imperial Palace

HAKONE REGION

  • Lake Ashi Cruise.
  • Hakone Kowakien Yunessun
  • Owakudani Ropeway
  • Owakudani Valley Mt. Fuji 5th Station (Weather Permitting)
  • Lake Ashi cruise
  • Lake Yamanaka

Hiroshima, Japan

  • Peace Memorial Park & Museum and Atomic Bomb Dome
  • Miyajima Island
  • Itsukushima Shrine
  • Kimono Experience
  • Floating Tori Gate

OSAKA

  • Osaka Castle
  • Japanese Tea Ceremony

Nara, Japan

  • Todai-ji Temple
  • Visit Nara Deer Park

Kyoto, Japan

  • Visit Kinkakuji Temple - the Golden Pavilion
  • Visit Arashiyama Bamboo Forest
  • Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine
  • Arashiyama romantic train
  • Nijo castle
  • Philosophers walk.
  • Tea ceremony in Kyoto

Kobe, Japan

  • Kikuseidai view from top of Mt. Roko
  • Bhagwan Mahavirswami Jain Temple
  • Himeji castle
  • China-town Nankin Machi
  • Naruto Whirlpool

Exclusion

  • International Airfare
  • Expenses of personal nature such as laundry, shopping, and drinks.
  • Any incidental charges at the Hotel.
  • Cost of Visa
  • Tips
  • Any other services not mentioned in the ‘itinerary’ and ‘tour inclusion’.

City Please select hotels from wide range of our contracted Hotels Name or Similar
Tokyo Hotel Keihan Tokyo Yotsuya //Tokyu Stay Shinjuku//Hotel Wing International Premium Tokyo Yotsuya Tobu Levant / Hotel East 21 / / Hotel Royal Park//Grand Nikko Daiba // Hotel Sheraton Tokyo Bay/Hotel Metropolitan Tokyo Ikebukuro, Tokyo// Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo, Tokyo // Hotel Rihga Royal /Or Similar
Osaka Ibis Osaka Umeda // KKR Hotel / Hotel Rihga Royal/Monterrey Grasmere in Osaka // Hotel 88 Shinsaibashi // APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Umeda-eki Tower Or Similar

DISTANCE CHART KMS HOURS
Tokyo to Fuji 60 Miles/ 95 Kms 3 Hrs
Tokyo to Osaka 320 Miles /501 Kms 7 Hrs
Osaka to Kyoto 40 Miles /57 Kms 2 Hrs
Osaka to Hiroshima 205 Miles / 330 Kms 5 Hrs
Osaka to Kobe 25 Miles /40 Kms 1 Hr