Central Japan End Kyoto

Central Japan End Kyoto

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Central Japan End Kyoto

6 Days Starting in Tokyo, Japan and ending in Kyoto, Japan

Visiting: Tokyo, Mount Fuji, Kyoto

Tour operator:

Europamundo

Tour code:

29718

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Physical rating:

Low

Age range:

0-0

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians

Tour operated in:

English

Trip Styles:

Small Group

Activities:

Sightseeing, Walking

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NB: Prices correct on 29-Nov-2024 but subject to change.

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Tour Overview

Embark on an unforgettable journey through Central Japan, culminating in the historic city of Kyoto. Begin your adventure in Tokyo, where you'll explore the vibrant Shinjuku district and discover the city's blend of modernity and tradition, including visits to Zojoji Temple and the bustling Shibuya junction. Experience the majestic Mount Fuji with a scenic boat trip on Kawaguchiko Lake and a stay in a traditional Ryokan. Discover the charm of Iyashi No Sato Nenba village and the stunning Shiraito Falls. In Nagoya, motor enthusiasts will delight in the Toyota Museum. Finally, immerse yourself in Kyoto's rich cultural heritage, visiting iconic sites like the Fushimi Inari Shrine, the Imperial Palace, and the Kinkakuji temple. Stroll through the enchanting Arashiyama bamboo forest and experience the traditional Gion district, renowned for its Geisha culture. This cultural tour offers a perfect blend of history, nature, and modern attractions.

Highlights

  • Explore the vibrant Shinjuku district in Tokyo, known for its bustling nightlife.

  • Discover Tokyo's modern districts, peaceful areas, and cultural sites like the Zojoji Temple and Shibuya junction.

  • Visit the iconic Mount Fuji, enjoy a boat trip on Kawaguchiko Lake, and stay in a traditional Japanese Ryokan.

  • Explore Iyashi No Sato Nenba, a restored traditional village, and admire the Shiraito Falls.

  • Visit the Toyota Museum in Nagoya, a must-see for motor enthusiasts.

  • Spend a day in Kyoto, visiting the Arashiyama district, the Tenryuji temple, and the bamboo forest.

  • See Kyoto's famous sites including the Fushimi Inari Shrine, the Imperial Palace, and the Kinkakuji temple, "the golden pavilion".

  • Experience Gion, Kyoto's traditional quarter famous for its Geisha.

Places You'll See

Kinkaku-Ji Temple, Kyoto

Kinkaku-Ji Temple, Kyoto

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Tokyo

Location: Tokyo

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Dinner

Welcome to Japan! Transfer by coach (SHUTTLE BUS) to hotel. 18H30.- Meeting with guide. Late in the afternoon, we will pay a visit to this fascinating country by taking a trip on the metro (tickets included) to the Shinjuku district and see the crowds of people who use this modern and efficient collective transport system. Shinjuku is one of the most important nightlife districts. Dinner included and return to hotel by metro with our guide.

Day 2 : Tokyo

Location: Tokyo

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

In the morning, we take part in a 5-hour trip with our guide to see this amazing city, with its hustle and bustle and extremely modern districts that coexist with quiet, peaceful areas. Brief stop at the Zojoji Temple to make a beautiful photograph of the Tokyo Tower. Pay attention to the hundred of Jizos, stone traditional protecting deities who guide us on our travels, give power to those who are weak (such children) and those in dangerous places, and who are dressed including hats, robes and windmills. Then we head to the junction of Shibuya, a junction that is said to be the most crowded in the world. The Meiji Temple is dedicated to the Emperor Meiji, his wife, and their spirits. We continue on our bus along the elegant street of Omotesando. We will edge the most beautiful part of the Imperial Palace and the gardens. Stop to visit the famous Nijubashi Bridge. We will pass through the district of Akihabara, the “electric town” with icons from the popular Japanese Manga and Anime culture and then see Kokugikan, the Sumo stadium, home of this Japanese sport. We will also visit the Buddhist temple of Sensoji, the oldest and most important temple in Tokyo, with its 55-metre high pagoda. Then we will have some free time to visit the traditional commercial street of Nakamise in the district of Asakusa. Lunch included in a local restaurant. Return to hotel.Free time in the afternoon. NOTE: During the Japanese Olympics, accommodation may be given near Narita airport.

Day 3 : Tokyo, Mount Fuji, Kawaguchiko

Location: Mount Fuji

Accommodation Name: Ryokan

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

We travel to the beautiful area of Monte Fuji, through pretty countryside on our way. First of all we see the ARAKURAYAMA SENGEN PARK, with its beautiful pagodas, and from here enjoy the best and most well-known views of Mount Fuji. After this we go on to KAWAGUCHIKO with its tiny houses, flowers and mountains, and its beautiful lake. On our arrival, we will visit the FUJI SENGEN SHRINE set in a magical site surrounded by tall trees, and the starting point of the traditional pilgrimage to the mountain. At the shrine, we will express our thanks for being able to visit this wonderful place. The visit also includes a delightful boat trip on Kawaguchiko Lake. After lunch, we start to ascend Mount Fuji on the road that takes us to the “fifth station”, surrounded by spectacular forests and views, to a height of 2,305 metres. Note: In winter, the route up to Mount Fuji is closed due to snow or other adverse weather conditions; during this season, we will ascend as far as the authorised point. Return to Kawaguchiko, with time to stroll near the lake. We will stay at a Ryokan (a traditional Japanese hotel), and have the chance to enjoy its ONSEN (public baths). Dinner included.(NB: In the planned Ryokan, some rooms are in Japanese style, with accommodation on tatamis, and others are in western-style. Accommodation may sometimes be in a western type hotel).

Day 4 : Kawaguchiko, Iyashi No Sato Nenba, Toyota, Kyoto

Location: Kyoto

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

We are only 130km (81 miles) from KYOTO. In the morning, we continue along the pretty road bordered by lakes to IYASHI NO SATO NENBA, a tiny village destroyed by a typhoon in 1966 and later restored as a traditional open-air mountain village and museum. Its traditional houses have been transformed into arts and crafts shops, restaurants and traditional museums. We then have the opportunity to admire the SHIRAITO FALLS, considered done of the most attractive sites in Japan, with a waterfall height of 150 metres. We will then continue to NAGOYA, the third most important city of Japan, on the shores of the Pacific. Here we will visit the TOYOTA MUSEUM (admission included), a must-see for motor lovers. We continue to KYOTO, accomodation.

Day 5 : Kyoto

Location: Kyoto

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

We spend all day in the city that was the capital of Japan from the year 794 to 1868 and home to the Imperial Court. During World War II the city was the only major Japanese to escape the bombardments, and so it still preserves its wealth of artistic heritage; the famous protocol restricting greenhouse gas emissions was signed in Kyoto in 1997. We head for the outskirts of Kyoto to Arashiyama, where we cross the Togetsukyo Bridge ("bridge over the moon"), which has fantastic views. We will visit the Tenryuji temple, one of the "five major Zen temples of Kyoto" and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, followed by a walk through its mystic bamboo forest. The visit includes a trip to one of the most important parts of the city. We will see the marvellous Shinto Shrine of Fushimi Inari, the Imperial Palace and Kinkakuji temple, “the golden pavilion” and its wonderful gardens. Free time before visiting GION, a busy traditional quarter famous for its Geisha. Free time.

Day 6 : Kyoto

Location: Kyoto

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast, end of our services.

What's Included

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation is included during the tour.

  • Additional Services

    City tours in Tokyo and Kyoto, a boat trip on Kawaguchiko Lake, evening transfers to Shinjuku and the traditional quarter of Gion, and admission tickets to various attractions are included.

  • Fully Guided

    The tour includes travel by bus with an English-speaking guide.

  • Meals

    Breakfast is included, along with 1 lunch in Tokyo and 2 dinners in Tokyo and Kawaguchiko.

  • Transport

    Arrival transfer is included.

What's Not Included

International travel to and from Japan is not included.

Mode of Transport

Travel comfortably by coach with an English-speaking guide, including arrival transfers. Enjoy a boat trip on Kawaguchiko Lake and explore Tokyo's metro system with included tickets for a seamless travel experience.

Accommodation

Experience authentic Japanese hospitality with a stay in a traditional Ryokan, featuring both Japanese-style rooms with tatamis and Western-style rooms. Enjoy the unique opportunity to relax in an onsen, a public bath, during your stay.

Check out our Q&As

  • What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?

    The tour includes accommodation in a traditional Japanese Ryokan in Kawaguchiko, where you can enjoy the public baths known as Onsen. Some rooms are in Japanese style with tatamis, while others are in western style. Accommodation may sometimes be in a western type hotel.

  • Are meals included in the tour package?

    Yes, the tour includes breakfast, one lunch in Tokyo, and two dinners in Tokyo and Kawaguchiko.

  • What kind of transportation is used during the tour?

    The tour includes travel by bus with an English-speaking guide, and also features a boat trip on Kawaguchiko Lake. Arrival transfer is included as well.

  • Is there a guide provided during the tour?

    Yes, the tour is fully guided with an English-speaking guide who will accompany you throughout the trip.

  • What are some of the key activities included in the tour?

    The tour includes city tours in Tokyo and Kyoto, a visit to Mount Fuji, a boat trip on Kawaguchiko Lake, and visits to various cultural and historical sites such as Zojoji Temple, Meiji Temple, Sensoji Temple, and the Toyota Museum.

  • Will there be any free time during the tour?

    Yes, there is free time allocated during the tour, such as in the afternoon of the second day in Tokyo and before visiting Gion in Kyoto.

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We are three from the Philippines and were set to tour the Czech Republic (June 10). Overall, the tour was satisfactory except we would like to suggest giving more time to the highlights of each city. For instance, we were able to see the exterior of Versailles - but even if we wanted to get in to see more of its beauty, we could not as we were pressured by time to be at the meeting place at a certain point. That is exactly what happened to us during our Eiffel Tower experience as well. The Louvre museum was optional but we finished the cruise at 3:00 PM and the museum would close at 5:00 PM. This schedule was literally just like a tick the box list. Another important thing I would like to say is regarding William or Guillermo. He was our tour guide on June 12 from Pilsen to Germany. We understand that this is a group tour and that time is a big factor such that our punctuality is required. But it is also inevitable that sometimes you get late, you can get lost, but that was not intentional. That is exactly what happened to us, we got lost in Rothenburg and caused us to be late, meters away from the bus, he was yelling at us at the peak of his lungs. Very discourteous and very unethical! He was unlike other guides. Not to mention that he is not so knowledgeable in the topics he was discussing, again, unlike the other tour guides. To think that he has been doing his job for several years “with passion”, it was such a disappointment. His attitude did not show any passion for his work.

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