Visions of Japan with Hiroshima & Osaka
Visions of Japan with Hiroshima & Osaka
Visions of Japan with Hiroshima & Osaka
15 Days
Visiting: Tokyo, Mount Fuji, Matsumoto, Takayama, Shirakawa, Kanazawa, Kyoto, Nara, Hiroshima, Osaka, Asia
Tour operator:
Tour code:
OPE3-2024
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
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From:
$8832
$7707 (USD)
Operator discount: -$907
The Big ADVENTURE Sale: -$218
-13%
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, green tea, big brothy noodle bowls and the delicious views from neon-lit Tokyo to historic 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! 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. End your exploration of Japan in Osaka with visits to Osaka Castle and Minami, the cities most famous entertainment district and where the locals go for fun.
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive In Tokyo,Japan
Location: Tokyo, Tokyo
Welcome to Tokyo, Japan’s capital city. Hotel check-in is available mid-afternoon.
Day 2: Tokyo
Location: Tokyo
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3: Tokyo. Mount Fuji Excursion
Location: Mount Fuji
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Drive south along the coast to Kamakura to see the 750-year-old Great Buddha. Continue to Hakone where you’ll take a cable-car ride for panoramic views of spectacular Mount Fuji, Japan’s highest mountain. After lunch, cruise on Lake Ashi for more views of this beautiful area. Conclude the day with a thrilling shinkansen (bullet train) ride back to Tokyo!
Day 4: Tokyo
Location: Tokyo
Meals Included: Breakfast
Enjoy a full day at your leisure to explore the city.
Day 5: Tokyo,Matsumoto,Takayama
Location: Tokyo, Matsumoto, Takayama
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Journey to Matsumoto, gateway to the ruggedly beautiful Japanese Alps, and enjoy visits to a local wasabi farm and Matsumoto Castle. Tonight, enjoy a wonderful Japanese-style dinner at your hotel.
Day 6: Takayama
Location: Takayama
Meals Included: Breakfast
Day 7: Takayama,Shirakawa,Kanazawa
Location: Takayama, Shirakawa, Kanazawa
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
This morning, enjoy a drive through the mountainous Shokawa Valley to Shirakawa; a remote region of Japan is home to several UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Here explore the unique gassho-zukuri-style (joined hands) thatched houses that can be found only here. Continue to the scenic town of Kanazawa, situated between the mountains and the Sea of Japan. Explore Kenroku-en Garden and take part in a gold leaf class, where you’ll learn about this ancient craft and make your own bento box.
Day 8: Kanazawa,Kyoto
Location: Kanazawa, Kyoto
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 9: Kyoto
Location: Kyoto
Meals Included: Breakfast
This morning starts with a visit to stunning Kinkakuji, the Temple of the Gold Pavilion. Next, visit Yuzen Handmade Corner to learn about the yuzen dyeing technique used to decorate kimonos by painting dye directly on the cloth. Make your own souvenir using this traditional method. End at Sanjusajendo Temple, famous for its 1,001 statues of Kannon, the Buddhist goddess of mercy. Flanking the main statue are 1,000 more life-sized statues, covered in gold leaf, with 40 arms said to have the power to save 25 worlds.
Day 10: Kyoto. Nara Excursion
Location: Nara
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Travel to nearby Nara, to visit Kasuga Shrine and Todaiji Temple, both UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Tonight, your Tour Director hosts a farewell dinner to celebrate your discovery of Japan.
Day 11: Kyoto,Hiroshima
Location: Kyoto, Hiroshima
Meals Included: Breakfast
Board one of Japan’s famous shinkansen (bullet train) bound for Hiroshima. Later, join your Local guide for a visit to Shukkei-en Garden, where natural landscapes are represented in miniature form.
Day 12: Hiroshima
Location: Hiroshima
Meals Included: Breakfast
Explore the highlights of Hiroshima with your Local Guide.
Day 13: Hiroshima,Osaka
Location: Hiroshima, Osaka
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Board one of Japan’s famous shinkansen (bullet train) bound for Osaka, known for its food and nightlife with some history mixed in. Start sightseeing with your Local Guide at Osaka Castle and the surrounding park. Then explore Minami, the city’s most famous entertainment district, encompassing the districts of Shinsaibashi and Namba and the famed Dontonbori Street. Start with lunch featuring okonomiyaki, a savory pancake dish famous in Osaka. Then, explore this exciting area on foot with your guide. From museums and shopping to theater and dining, this is where the locals come for fun.
Day 14: Osaka
Location: Osaka
Meals Included: Breakfast
Enjoy a full day at your leisure.
Day 15: Osaka
Location: Osaka
Meals Included: Breakfast
Your tour ends with breakfast this morning.
UNESCO Sites
Hiroshima Peace Memorial|Itsukushima Shrine|Kasuga Shrine|Kiyomizu Temple|Mount Fuji|Shirakawa (Gassho-Zukuri houses)|Todaiji Temple
Small Group
Globus offers Small-Group Discoveries on select Asia tour dates. A Small-Group Discovery is limited to an average of just 20 guests per departure. There’s always room to roam with extra space between you and other travelers—while still getting up close and personal to the experiences you’ve been dreaming of. Small-Group Discoveries include all the features of a traditional Globus escorted tour, complete with expert Tour Director, Driver, and Local Guides who ensure that your health and safety is our top priority. A Small-Group Discovery trip is the perfectly sized tour—without the crowds.
Meals
Breakfast daily, 6 lunches, 3 dinners
Accommodation
Tokyo:Hilton TokyoTakayama:Hotel Associa Takayama ResortKanazawa:Hotel Nikko KanazawaKyoto:Hotel Okura KyotoHiroshima:Sheraton Grand Hiroshima Hotel Osaka:Imperial Hotel Osaka
Check out our Q&As
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How long has the tour company been trading?
For over 90 years.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest Covid-19 policies
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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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The Globus Lighthouse Project - an illuminating initiative where we can all come together to tread lightly and give generously for the globe's greater good. Globus, along with sister companies Avalon Waterways and Cosmos, invite our travellers and partners to help us in supporting causes that provide for a more sustainable planet and a brighter tomorrow.
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