Discover Japan with Hiroshima - 2023
12 Days Starting in Tokyo, Japan and ending in Hiroshima, Japan
Visiting: Tokyo, Mount Fuji, Matsumoto, Takayama, Shirakawa, Kanazawa, Kyoto, Nara, Hiroshima
Tour operator:
Tour code:
521295
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Physical rating:
None
Age range:
5-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Interests:
Foodie and Wine Tours, Gardens & Nature Tours, History, Rail Tours
Activities:
Tour Overview
Forget everything your mother taught you about table manners. In Japan, it’s considered rude not to slurp. Get ready to joyously drink in traditional hot sake, matcha green tea, big brothy noodle bowls and the delicious views from neon-lit Tokyo to time-honored Kyoto. Peaks, palaces, pavilions, and pagodas provide picture-perfect backdrops for your photos, but don’t expect to stand still for very long on this enthralling tour of Japan. A hands-on calligraphy class, a special kimono fitting, an interactive cooking demonstration, and a gold-leaf design class—where you’ll make your own keepsake bento box—are all part of the fun. You’ll also browse the produce at a Takayama farmer’s market, stroll through Kanazawa’s famous Kenroku-en gardens, and experience the thrill of a ride on the famous bullet train. Prepare to be floored in more ways than one! A 2-night Monograms vacation to the now serene city of Hiroshima is a peaceful ending to your tour of Japan. Hop on the bullet train from Kyoto to Hiroshima to be further moved by dramatic gardens, sacred shrines, and the many touching memorials honoring the lives lost in the World War II atomic bombing.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrive In Tokyo, Japan
Location: Tokyo
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Park Hotel Tokyo (or similar)
Meals Included: No Meals
TOKYO Welcome to Tokyo! Hotel check-in available mid-afternoon.
Day 2 : Tokyo
Location: Tokyo
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Park Hotel Tokyo (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
TOKYO Guided visit to the Meiji Shrine. Orientation drive past the Imperial Palace. Visit a local artist’s studio and participate in a calligraphy class, kimono fitting and LF traditional tea ceremony. Guided visit to Asakusa Kannon Temple and Nakamise Shopping Arcade. Free time this afternoon.
Day 3 : Tokyo. Excursion To Mount Fuji
Location: Mount Fuji, Tokyo
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Park Hotel Tokyo (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
MOUNT FUJI AREA Cable-car ride with views of Mount Fuji and Lake Kawaguchi. Guided visit to Churieto Pagoda.TOKYO Free time late this afternoon and evening. ENHANCE YOUR FREE TIME in Tokyo with suggestions from your Tour Director. Get local maps and tips for free time on your GlobusGO mobile app.
Day 4 : Tokyo–Matsumoto–Takayama
Location: Tokyo, Matsumoto, Takayama
Accommodation: Resort
Accommodation Name: Hotel Associa Takayama Resort (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
MATSUMOTO Guided visits to Matsumoto Castle and Matsumoto City Museum. Scenic drive through the Japanese Alps en route to Takayama.TAKAYAMA Traditional Japanese-style dinner this evening.
Day 5 : Takayama
Location: Takayama
Accommodation: Resort
Accommodation Name: Hotel Associa Takayama Resort (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
TAKAYAMA Guided sightseeing includes visits to the morning market and Takayama Jinya historic site. Free time to browse in San-Machi Suji historic district before a LF sake tasting at a local brewery. Free time this evening.
Day 6 : Takayama–Shirakawa–Kanazawa
Location: Takayama, Shirakawa, Kanazawa
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Nikko Kanazawa (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
TAKAYAMA Scenic drive through Shokawa Valley en route to Shirakawa.SHIRAKAWA Visit the Gassho-Zukuri thatched-roof houses (UNESCO World Heritage Site). KANAZAWA Guided visit of Kenroku-en garden, followed by a gold-leaf design class to make your own keepsake bento box.
Day 7 : Kanazawa–Kyoto
Location: Kanazawa, Kyoto
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Ana Crowne Plaza Hotel Kyoto (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
KANAZAWA Thunderbird Express train trip to Kyoto. KYOTO Guided sightseeing includes visits to Sanjusagendo Temple, Fushimi Inari Shrine, Kiyomizu Temple, and a guided walk through Kyoto. Choose to stay in a traditional Japanese ryokan (additional expense).
Day 8 : Kyoto
Location: Kyoto
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Ana Crowne Plaza Hotel Kyoto (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
KYOTO Guided visit to the Temple of the Gold Pavilion. Learn the ancient kimono fabric-dyeing techniques and create your own souvenir at Yuzen Handmade Corner. LF Prepare miso soup, teriyaki chicken, sushi and more with a local chef during your Japanese cooking class. Free time this afternoon and evening.
Day 9 : Kyoto. Excursion To Nara
Location: Nara, Kyoto
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Ana Crowne Plaza Hotel Kyoto (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
KYOTO Excursion to Nara includes guided sightseeing at Todaiji Temple and Kasuga Shrine (UNESCO World Heritage Sites). Free time this afternoon before a farewell dinner.
Day 10 : Kyoto–Hiroshima
Location: Kyoto, Hiroshima
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Rihga Royal Hiroshima (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
KYOTO Bullet train service from Kyoto to Hiroshima. HIROSHIMA Excursion to Miyajima Island with visit to Itsukushima Shrine (a UNESCO World Heritage Site).
Day 11 : Hiroshima
Location: Hiroshima
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Rihga Royal Hiroshima (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
HIROSHIMA Morning visit to Shukkei-en Garden. Visit to Peace Memorial Park to see the Peace Memorial, Memorial Museum and Memorial Hall. Free time this afternoon.
Day 12 : Hiroshima
Location: Hiroshima
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Rihga Royal Hiroshima (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
Your tour ends with breakfast this morning.
What's Included
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Accommodation
It may occasionally be necessary to use alternative hotels of a similar standard to those shown.
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All Domestic Transportation (including internal flights)
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Fully Guided
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Meals
11 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 3 dinners
What's Not Included
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Tipping and Gratuities
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International Travel
Check out our Q&As
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Are flights included in this tour?
No
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
Yes
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Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?
Yes
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
Yes
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1961
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Cosmos is committed to minimizing our impact on the environment and to reducing dependence on non-renewable resources. In this endeavor, we have implemented policies to support this mission and are working carefully to enhance our products with this mission and our values combined. We are committed to complying with all relevant legislation and/or regulations.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Travel documents, including any air tickets, itineraries, and other information, are available approximately two to three weeks prior to departure provided full payment has been received.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
All guests are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 for travel through February, 2023. Beginning March 1, 2023, while we highly recommend vaccination, we will no longer require it. We ask all guests to comply with airline and destination requirements, which still may apply. To check your destination requirements for your travel dates, view the Latest Travel & Health Restrictions for Travel.
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Cancellation Policy
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Up to 65 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
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