Best of Japan

Experience the best of Japan on this 7-day train vacation to Tokyo and Kyoto.

Tour Description

Experience the best of Japan on this 7-day train vacation to Tokyo and Kyoto. Beginning in the bustling city of Tokyo, visit popular sights including the Tokyo Tower and the Asakusa Kannon Temple. Continue by train to Kyoto for visits to Nijo Castle, the Temple of the Gold Pavilion and more! This locally-hosted vacation provides comprehensive sightseeing in each city as well as ample time at leisure to explore on your own. And best of all, travelers enjoy the services of a dedicated local host in each city, available to provide recommendations and assist with reservations where needed.

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Highlights and Inclusions

• Hotel accommodations for 6 nights
• 8 Meals
  • Breakfast Daily; 2 lunches
• Sightseeing per itinerary
• Services of a local host in each city
• Rail transportation aboard a Bullet train between Tokyo and Kyoto
• City maps

Itinerary

Day 1 - Arrive in Tokyo, Japan
Welcome to Japan! Your hotel room is available for mid-afternoon check-in.

Day 2 - Tokyo
Today, hop on Tokyo’s subway system for sightseeing tour of the city. First, stop at Meiji Shrine, a magnificent 20th century Shinto monument set in a man-made forest. Next, stop at the Samurai Museum to learn about their history and see authentic period-specific swords, armor, and helmets (kabuto). You will even have the chance to have your picture taken wearing a helmet and armor! Lastly, visit bustling Nakamise Shopping Arcade and Asakusa Kannon Temple, the oldest of their kind in Tokyo. The remainder of the day is at your leisure for independent activities. (B,L)

Day 3 - Tokyo
Today, enjoy a full day at your leisure. Your Local Host will have suggestions. (B)

Day 4 - Tokyo
Today, transfer to the train station and board your Bullet Train to historic Kyoto, former capital of Japan. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel. The rest of the day is at your leisure. (B)

Day 5 - Kyoto
Your morning tour includes a visit to Nijo Castle, built in 1603 as the official residence of Shogun Tokugawa Ieyasu; the Temple of the Gold Pavilion, covered with shimmering gold leaf; and the Sanjusagendo Temple, famous for 1,001 statues of Kannon, the Buddhist goddess of mercy. The remainder of the day is at your leisure. (B,L)

Day 6 - Kyoto
A full day at leisure to explore this remarkable city. (B)

Day 7 - Kyoto-Osaka
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. Homebound flights from Kansai International Airport in Osaka should not be booked prior to 11 am. (B)

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