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14 days - Tokyo to Kyoto

Bask in the neon glow of Tokyo, visit the resting place of the Tokugawa shoguns, soak in an outdoor 'onsen', reflect on the past in Hiroshima, and delve into geisha culture in Kyoto.

Accommodation and Meals

12 nights in traditional inns and 1 night in a hotel. 2 breakfasts and 2 dinners.

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Bus, train, tram, cable car, ferry, and walking.

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You'll need money for local payment, meals, city breaks, extra nights lodging, and airport transfer.

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Days 1-2 Tokyo

Beneath the neon lights, high-tech gadgetry and crowded suburbs is a city steeped in ancient traditions and cultures. Visit Ueno Park where cherry blossoms provide a beautiful backdrop to various museums or head into the upmarket district of Ginza for a dose of retail opulence.

Day 3 Nikko

Arguably Japan's leading shrine centre, Nikko houses several sacred sites including the resting places of the Tokugawa shoguns. If ornate architecture and multicoloured carvings are not your thing, the cedar tree-populated Mt. Nakimushi offers a pleasant hiking alternative.

Days 4-5 Hakone

Relax on a boat cruise across Lake Ashino-ko before enjoying picturesque views of the region on our cable car ride over the surrounding mountains. Don't miss the chance to soak in an outdoor 'onsen,' while food lovers might want to try a sulphur-boiled egg.

Days 6-7 Takayama

With its sake breweries, traditional inns and art galleries, Takayama is a delightful little town nestled in the Japanese Alps. Check out the Hida Folk Village for a glimpse of traditional life among the thatched-roof houses and practicing artisans.

Days 8-10 Hiroshima

This reborn city has a vibrant energy that belies its tragic history. The A-Bomb Dome and Peace Museum make for a moving experience, as does the famous floating 'torii' of Miyajima's grand Itsukushima-jinja shrine.

Days 11-14 Kyoto

Gain an insight into feudal Japan at Himeji-Jo Castle en route to Kyoto, where a visit to the magnificent gold-plated Kinkaku-ji Temple should not be missed. Finish up with a tour of the geisha district of Gion before saying 'sayonara' to the Land of the Rising Sun.

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