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48 Discovering Japan Tokyo to Osaka 12 Days PNPM Ue RPM OO a8 INSIDER EXPERIENCES Travel extensively by bullet train Travel in a ‘Romancecar’ on the picturesque train journey to Hakone Visit Mt Fuji Visitor Centre and travel to Mt Fuji’s Fifth Station where you can see the icon's snow-capped peak Explore Japan's oldest original castle, Matsumoto Castle Journey to the Japanese Alps aboard the Hida Train Travel by train and ferry to Miyajima Island Indulge in a traditional Japanese dinner at a local restaurant, in Kyoto Glimpse the colourful kimonos of Kyoto’s geisha Enjoy a traditional tea ceremony in Kyoto Visit a sake brewery in Nara and savour a tasting Take a walk through Arashiyama Bamboo Grove HIGHLIGHTS & INCLUSIONS 11 nights in premium accommodation Services of a Great Rail Journeys Tour Escort 15 meals — 11 breakfasts (B) and 4 dinners (D) Great Rail Journeys 2023 Day 1. Arrive Tokyo Welcome to Tokyo. Transfer to your hotel where a Welcome Dinner gives you the chance to meet your fellow travellers and Great Rail Journeys Tour Escort. Two Nights: Tokyo, Keio Plaza Hotel. D Day 2. Tokyo A full-day tour of Tokyo begins with a trip to Hamarikyu Garden. Next, it's on to the Asakusa Kannon Temple. Afterwards, pay a visit to the Meiji Shrine and the famous Shibuya Crossing before returning to your hotel for an evening at leisure. B Day 3. Tokyo, Hakone Today, make the journey to Odawara by train, travelling in a ‘Romancecar’ on the picturesque narrow-gauge line. Continue on to Owakudani volcanic valley and enjoy a tour of its active sulphur vents and hot springs before taking a ride on the Hakone Ropeway to the Togendai station, nestled on the shores of the tranquil Lake Ashi. Enjoy a relaxing cruise around the lake before continuing to your hotel for the evening, Stay: Hakone Hotel (or similar). BD Day 4, Mt Fuji, Matsumoto This morning, travel to Mt Fuji, Japan's most distinctive landmark, Driving along the foot of the famous mountain, disembark at the Mt Fuji Visitor Centre to learn more about the country’s tallest volcano. Continue to Mt Fuj’s Fifth Station where, if the sun is shining, you will be able to see the snow-capped peak. Later, it's on to Matsumoto to enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. Stay: Matsumoto, Buena Vista Hotel (or similar). B Day 5. Matsumoto, Takayama First thing today, visit a miso factory to find out how this Japanese staple is made. After you will venture to Matsumoto Castle, an impressive five-storey fortress. This striking castle goes by another name, ‘Crow Castle’, because of its black exterior. En route to Takayama, visit Hida Folk Village, a beautiful open-air museum of historic farmhouses offering a glimpse into Japan's fascinating past. Arrive in the picturesque town of Takayama, set atop brilliant hills. Stay: Takayama, Associa Hotel. B
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