Simply Japan
Japan
Offset: 14 Trees
Tour length 14 days
Tokyo
Osaka
In-depth Cultural
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About this tour
Traverse Japan on this tour from Tokyo to Osaka. Travel through history, visiting temples and castles that remain unchanged from the days of the Shogun and learning about the sombre past of Hiroshima. Along the way, stay in a Buddhist temple lodging and a family-run ryokan, spot snow monkeys and free-roaming deer, hop on and off bullet trains and sample famous snacks like takoyaki octopus balls. Tokyo - Explore modern and ancient Tokyo, with the option to visit nearby Mount Fuji. Kyoto - Experience traditional Japan with temples, Zen gardens, and geishas. Kanazawa - Visit the Samurai district and discover the secrets of the Ninja Temple.
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Tour ID 158032
Tour length 14 days
Language English
Group size 16
Age range 16 - 80
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Day 1: Tour begins in Tokyo
Day 2: Explore Tokyo - Discover Temples, neighbourhoods and the spectacular Fire Ceremony
Day 3: Free day in Tokyo. Optional visit Hakone National Park for views of Mount Fuji
Day 4: Travel by train to Matsumoto and discover the impressive Crow Castle
Day 5: Meet the snow monkeys of Jigokudani and spend the night in Zenkoji Temple
Day 6: Join the monks for morning prayers and explore the samurai district of Kanazawa
Day 7: Free time in Kanazawa to try sushi at the Omicho Fish Market or discover the 'Ninja Temple'
Day 8: Try sake in the old town of Takayama and stay in a family-run ryokan
Day 9: Travel by train to Hiroshima and experience the poignant Peace Park and Peace Museum
Day 10: Take the ferry to Miyajima Island, meet the tame deer and see the floating torii gate
Day 11: Take the Bullet train to Kyoto and explore Nijo Castle
Day 12: In Kyoto: free time to explore the Zen gardens, temples and geisha district
Day 13: Continue discovering Kyoto before travelling to Osaka for a final night amongst the neon lights
Day 14: Trip ends in Osaka
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