Set out on an enriching, in-depth journey to Japan, visiting must-see sites that include the capital Tokyo, known for its amalgamation of modern and traditional Japan; the mighty Mount Fuji, where you are awestruck by the natural marvel and visit the traditional temples. Visit Kyoto and Osaka, Japan’s major cities bustling with traditional spots and tourist attractions.
Star Vacations has designed the perfect itinerary for an immersive journey to Japan. Our travel experts know the destination inside out and can make recommendations based on your travel needs and preferences.
Welcome to Japan, after clearing customs & collecting your luggage, meet your tour manager outside the arrival hall. Once everybody is ready, transfer to the hotel. Check in and free time to relax after a long flight.
In the evening, assemble in the hotel lobby as proceed to experience bay side Tokyo & Odaiba –which is perfect place to start your Japanese Sojourn. We will drive pass Rainbow Bridge, stop at Statue of Liberty for Pictures & then stop at Odaiba beach front deck. Free time to explore the area & enjoy sea side breeze before heading for a welcome dinner at Indian Restaurant. Post Dinner Visit the world-famous Shibuya Crossing in Tokyo, often called the world’s busiest pedestrian crossing.
Welcome Dinner at Indian Restaurant.
Overnight in Tokyo
Tokyo is a city that is always moving forward – from the ever-changing skyline to the fashion and trends of the population. As modern as it may appear, behind the neon façade is a traditional soul that is easy to find amongst the old alleyways, temples and shrines of the Edo era in Tokyo. Experience both sides of the city- highlights of today’s sightseeing are Asakusa-Senso ji shrine, Nakamise shopping street, Tokyo Sky tree, Toyota museum and Venus fort, Orientation tour of imperial palace, national diet building, president Abe’s house, Chidorigafuchi Park, Tokyo station and Ginza street in the evening .
Exclusive Experience –Make your free time at Senso-ji even more authentic by enjoying it fully dressed and accessorized in a traditional Japanese kimono!
Dinner at Indian Restaurant.
Overnight in Tokyo
Travel around 3 hours by road from Tokyo to Mount Fuji where you ascend 2,400 meters up, Japan’s most iconic sight to the 5th Station (weather permitting – if the road to the 5th Station is closed, you will instead visit the Fuji Visitor Centre). Transfer to the spa region of Hakone and visit the spectacular Lake Ashi. Next, fly high above the lake on the Komagatake Ropeway to the summit of Mt Komagatake, where the views of Mt Fuji will be breathtaking but weather dependent of course!
After Visiting Hakone – Transfer to the train station and travel 1.5 hours by bullet train to Hiroshima, which today is a vibrant and modern city with a forward-thinking and a sunny outlook.
Dinner at Indian Restaurant.
Overnight in Hiroshima.
Visit Island of Miyajima which takes a short ferry ride to the holy island of Miyajima, where you’ll visit the Itsukushima Shrine, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, rising majestically out of the waters of the Seta Island Sea. Sightseeing will be at a leisurely pace on foot.
In the afternoon wander through the leafy and peaceful expanse of the Peace Memorial Park, and visit the striking A-Bomb Dome, before exploring the moving Peace Memorial Museum.
Later, free Time for shopping at Hondori and Indian dinner at local restaurant.
Overnight in Hiroshima.
Please note, your luggage will be transferred separately by courier services to Osaka and will not arrive until the following day so you will need to pack a separate overnight bag for your night in Hiroshima.
Today after breakfast, board a bullet train to Osaka & drive to Nara. This picturesque, compact city is endlessly charming, something you’ll notice as you explore. Visit and admire the magnificent Daibutsu, the world’s largest bronze statue of Buddha at Todaiji. The grounds of the temple are occupied by Sika Deer, regarded as messengers of the Shinto gods, and later stroll through Isuien Gardens.
Later drive to Osaka & visit Osaka castle, Kaiyukan Aquarium, Tempozan Harbour and if time permits spend the evening in the vibrant Namba District.
Dinner at Indian Restaurant.
Overnight in Osaka.
This morning visit the Arashiyama Bamboo forest, the famous Kinkaku-Ji Temple-Golden Pavilion-set amongst classical Japanese Zen Garden. A philosopher path which is lined with hundreds of cherry trees and exploded with colours in the cherry blossom season and also follow the pathway through thousands of vermillion torii gates that leads through a complex of shrines spread over a peaceful, forested hillside at the magnificent Fushimi Inari Shrine.
Later in the evening, visit Gion District – Kyoto’s geisha district, with hostesses in colourful kimonos often sighted on the wooden Tatsumi Bridge or amid upscale Japanese restaurants and boutiques on Hanamikoji Street.
Transfer to Osaka’s airport and fly back to India with happy memories of tour.
• Economy class return airfare on Air Nippon or similar
• 2 Nights Accommodation in 4* Hotel in Tokyo
• 2 Night Accommodation in 4* Hotel in Hiroshima
• 2 Nights Accommodation in 4* Hotel in Osaka
• 6 Breakfast ,1 Lunch & 6 Indian Dinner
• Enjoy Local treats during day sightseeing & travel
• Sightseeing as per itinerary with Hindi/English Speaking bilingual Guide
• Japan Visa & Travel Insurance up to 60 Years of age
• Any other sightseeing other than mentioned above
• Meals other than what is mentioned in your itinerary.
• Any entrance fees or fees for video or camera permit
• Any item of personal nature like tips, laundry, telephone calls, In room dining or mini bar etc.
• Porterage is not included in the cost.
• Airfare & airport taxes. (Internal Airfare wherever applicable)
• Any other meals other than those mentioned above
• GST on total package cost
• Cost of Optional Tours.
• Cost of Basic Travel Quota equivalent to USD 10,000.
• Economy class return airfare on Air Nippon or similar
• 2 Nights Accommodation in 4* Hotel in Tokyo
• 2 Night Accommodation in 4* Hotel in Hiroshima
• 2 Nights Accommodation in 4* Hotel in Osaka
• 6 Breakfast ,1 Lunch & 6 Indian Dinner
• Enjoy Local treats during day sightseeing & travel
• Sightseeing as per itinerary with Hindi/English Speaking bilingual Guide
• Japan Visa & Travel Insurance up to 60 Years of age
• Cost is based on minimum 2 Pax traveling together
• The above price is valid for travel till 31st October 2020
• Peak season surcharges applicable for travel in June – August 2020
• High Season surcharges are applicable during exhibitions/trade fairs/festivals and Christmas and New Year period
• The prevailing rates of exchange of the day for payment will be applicable
• Kindly note that the drivers are not guides
• Confirmation of hotels and other services is subject to availability
• International hotel check in is 1500hrs and checkout would be 1000hrs
• Early check in and late check-out subject to availability. Itineraries are subject to change
• All arrangements made by us are in the capacity of a ground handling agent only. We will not be liable for claims or expenses arising from circumstances beyond our control such as accidents, injuries delayed or cancelled flights & acts of nature.
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