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JEWELS 0] NN 12) DAYS FROM &» $10,190 S FULLY INCLUSIVE FROM SON AED aS POND P]) att meats TOUR HIGHLIGHTS Y Feel the rush of Tokyo A eon Cae Aa eT Ae ae a WAC eeaan eel ace nan, PRICE INCLUDES * 9 breakfasts, 8 lunches, 9 dinners * International flights and current taxes * Domestic transportation + 3-4 star accommodation * Touring with guides and entrance fees u™._ Vs a er « LORI ecu » EXPERIENCES YOU'LL LOVE > Take part in a handicraft experience - the traditions and techniques of the intricate art of origami. You'll learn to fold some of the simpler, but still impressive, shapes and designs. > More than just a hot drink, the Japanese tea ceremony dates back to the 9th- century and represents purity, tranquillity, respect and harmony. A lot of preparation and presentation goes into this sacred ritual > The buckwheat soba noodle is one of Japan's most famous culinary exports — try your hand at making them from scratch, before feasting on the delicious results for lunch, Are UR TT Rome aL CCIM Coe ed ITINERARY DAYS 1-2: FLY OVERNIGHT TO TOKYO Fly overnight to the dazzling metropolis of Tokyo, Japan's capital city. Depending on your time of arrival, the rest of the day is yours to start soaking up the local culture. DAY 3: DISCOVER TOKYO Begin today with a stroll through the Imperial Palace East Garden and then take time to explore the Tokyo National Museum to learn about Tokyo's historical heritage. After lunch, seek out the tranquillity at Sensoji Temple in Asakusa district, followed by a visit to the observation deck of the 634 metre Skytree for panoramic views over the sprawling city below. DAY 4: MEIJI JINGU SHRINE Start the day with a relaxing wander around the classical landscapes of the Hamarikyu Gardens. Continue to the Meiji Jingu Shrine, a Shinto shrine dedicated to the deified spirits of Emperor Meiji and his wife, Empress Shoken, before driving past the famous Shibuya Crossing. Enjoy the afternoon at leisure to explore as you wish. End the day with a dinner cruise on Tokyo Bay and witness the city lit up at night. DAY 5: MOUNT FUJI & FUJI FIVE LAKES Journey through the foothills of the iconic Mount Fuji to its base where we find the Fuji Five Lakes. The region is spectacularly dotted by the calm waters of five lakes, formed by past volcanic eruptions, reflecting Mount Fuji’s picture-perfect cone. Ascend 2,000 metres up to Mount Fuji's 5th Station (weather permitting) where, with its perfectly conical peak looming overhead, take in the breathtaking views over the landscapes below. After lunch, continue to Itchiku Kubota Art Museum to view the artist's elaborate dyed silk creations and spend some time strolling around the beautiful garden. Also explore lyashi no Sato Historical Village, a former farming village on the shores of Lake Saiko. Destroyed by a landslide in 1966, the remaining thatch- roofed houses of this old village have been transformed into an open-air museum and craft village. Stay overnight in Mishima DAY 6: BULLET TRAIN TO KYOTO, Start the day with a visit to Oshino Hakkai before learning how to make your very own traditional Japanese soba noodles which you will then tuck into for lunch! Later, transfer to Mishima station and journey on the bullet train to Kyoto. An enchanting city, Kyoto was capital for 1,000 years; today it is the legacy of ancient Japan, full of tranquil temples, silk-clad geisha and sublime gardens. DAY 7: EXPLORE KYOTO Enjoy a full day tour of Kyoto starting with a visit to one of Kyoto's delightful temples - the 17th-century Buddhist Kiyomizu. Immerse yourself in the culture by experiencing the rituals of a sacred tea ceremony with a tea master and try your hand at origami. Dating back to the 6th-century, the art of ‘folding paper’ is a cultural symbol of simplicity, beauty and peace. Later, explore the impressive Fushimi Inari Shrine with its remarkable 10,000 red torii gates. 39 VISIT WENDYWUTOURS.COM.AU FORA DETAILED TOUR DOSSIER
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