DAY 1, Wednesday - Depart for Japan
Depart for Japan

DAY 2, Thursday - Arrive in Tokyo
Arrive in dynamic Tokyo in the "Land of the Rising Sun" and transfer independently to your hotel. The balance of the day is at leisure
Overnight: Tokyo
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 3, Friday - Full Day in Tokyo
Today is free to discover Tokyo on your own, or choose the optional Full Day Mt. Fuji & Hakone with lunch tour. Travel along the scenic roads of rural Japan with its striking natural scenery. Ascend to the 5th Station of Mt. Fuji, the highest mountain in Japan and one of the most beautiful conical volcanoes in the world. Stop to admire the gorgeous landscape (weather permitting) of the park and lake Ashi. After lunch, take a relaxing cruise around placid Lake Ashi. Ascend to the summit using a cable car, to marvel at sweeping views of Hakone National Park and gain a whole new appreciation of this iconic mountain. Spend time at leisure to explore the surrounding area on your own before returning to Tokyo
Optional: Full Day Mt. Fuji & Hakone with lunch (AM)
Overnight: Tokyo
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 4, Saturday - Full Day in Tokyo
Spend the day at leisure to further explore all of the delights of Tokyo. Perhaps, join the optional Half Day Tokyo Highlights. Embark on a tour of Tokyo that begins with a visit to the Imperial Palace East Garden, a precious jewel of nature within the city center, located next to the Tokyo Imperial Palace, considered the largest castle in the area. Next, head to the hectic Tsukiji Fish Market, one of the largest markets in the world, famous for fish and seafood. Afterward, travel to the imposing Asakusa Kannon Temple (Sensoji) enshrining a golden image of Kannon, the Buddhist Goddess of Mercy. Its entrance is dominated by a massive paper lantern dramatically painted in vivid red and black colors. Walk along Nakamise, a centuries-old shopping area, where you can find everything from souvenirs to genuine Edo-style crafts
Optional: Half Day Tokyo Highlights
Overnight: Tokyo
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 5, Sunday - Full Day in Tokyo
On your last day at leisure, participate in the optional Full Day Nikko with lunch tour. Nikko a UNESCO World Heritage Site located at the entrance of the Nikko National Park, has served as a center for Shinto and Buddhist worship for centuries. It is home to several temples and shrines, including the Futarasan Shrine and the Rinnoji Temple. Visit the Toshogu Shrine, the mausoleum of the first shogun Tokugawa Ieyasu, a complex of colorful structures featuring the superb craftsmanship of Japan's 17th century artisans. After an authentic Japanese-style lunch at a local restaurant continue to Lake Chuzenji, created 20,000 years ago by an eruption of Mt. Nantai. Afterward, visit the 318 foot Kegon Falls, considered one of the most beautiful waterfalls in Nikko. The tour concludes near Shinjuku Station, one of Tokyo's most popular shopping and entertainments districts
Optional: Full Day Nikko with lunch (AM)
Overnight: Tokyo
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 6, Monday - Bullet Train to Kyoto
This morning, transfer on your own to the train station and board the bullet train to enchanting and historic Kyoto, founded in the 8th century, one of the early capitals of Japan. On arrival, transfer independently to your hotel. Spend the balance of the day at leisure
Overnight: Kyoto
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 7, Tuesday - Full Day in Kyoto
Today is free to explore Kyoto on your own, or choose the optional Imperial Capital of Nara. Travel to the 8th century Imperial capital of Nara, repository of Japan's cultural heritage, with eight UNESCO World Heritage Sites and a wealth of historic treasures. Arrive at the exquisite Todai-ji Temple, one of the world's largest wooden structures, and home of the impressive Great Buddha bronze statue, rising over 50 feet high. Continue to Nara Park to see the over 1,000 tame deer roaming freely in the peaceful park. Next, view the famous Kasuga Taisha Shrine, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, displaying over 3,000 antique hanging bronze lanterns, before returning to Kyoto
Optional: Imperial Capital of Nara (AM)
Overnight: Kyoto
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 8, Wednesday - Full Day in Kyoto
Spend the day at leisure to further explore Kyoto, or choose the optional Half Day Arashiyama Tour. Begin at the Kyoto station and take the train to Saga Arashiyama station. The Arashiyama district, is one of the most popular tourist areas in Kyoto. Upon arrival, begin the climb to the Buddhist temple of Jojakkoji, located on the side of a mountain. Admire panoramic views of Kyoto from the top of the temple. Then, take a stroll through the stunning Sagano Bamboo Grove and visit Tenryuj Temple's sprawling Zen garden, one of the finest gardens in Kyoto. Afterward, head over to the Togetsukyo Bridge, which dates back to the 9th century and embark on an hour long yakatabune boat ride. Return by train to Kyoto station
Optional: Half Day Arashiyama Tour (AM)
Overnight: Kyoto
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 9, Thursday - Depart Japan
Transfer independently to Osaka Airport for your departure flight
Meals: Breakfast

Please Note: Land Price does not include airfare, departure or arrival transfers, airline taxes and fuel surcharges.