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Discover Japan by 
Bullet Train WORLD TOURS

 

HIGHLIGHTS Three Bullet Train Experiences - Tokyo to Kyoto, Kyoto to Himeji to Osaka • 3-Nights in Tokyo & Kyoto • 4-Nights in Osaka • 5 Culinary Experiences - Sushi Making Experience • Cultural Dinner & Geisha Show • Sake Tasting Experience • Bento Lunch On-board Train & Tea Ceremony • Tokyo City Tour w/ Imperial Palace & East Gardens • Tsukiji Fish Market & Odaiba Complex • Hakone Ropeway & Mt. Fuji Day Trip • Lake Ashi Cruise • Kyoto City Tour with Arashiyama Bamboo Grove • Kinkakuji Temple & the Heian Shrine • Nara Park & Todaiji Temple • Nishiki Market • Himeji Castle • Osaka City Tour with Dontonbori District • Osaka Castle & Umeda Sky Building INCLUDES 10 Nights Accommodations, International Air Departure Taxes/Fuel/Fees, 18 Meals: 10-Breakfasts, 3-Lunches & 5-Dinners, Professional Tour Director, Deluxe A/C Transportation Throughout, Whisperer Technology on Tours and Visits, Hotel Transfers, Baggage Handling at Hotels** (limited--see Luggage Notes), Hotel Transfers, Sightseeing & Inclusions per Itinerary TOUR ACTIVITY LEVEL EASY 1 2 3 4 ACTIVE
Day 7: Kyoto - NARA - KYOTO Today visit Nara, the first permanent capital city of Japan with rich history and culture. Take a stroll in Nara Park, home to hundreds of friendly roaming deer. Visit the landmark Todaiji Temple, one of the powerful Seven Great Temples and home to one of Japan’s largest bronze statues of Buddha. This afternoon, return to Kyoto and enjoy a Sake Tasting Experience in the Fushimi District, renowned for its traditional breweries. Enjoy the evening at your own pace. (B) Day 8: Kyoto - Bullet train - osaka This morning board a Bullet Train from Kyoto to Himeji. Upon arrival visit the hilltop Himeji Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a National Treasure of Japan, representing the pinnacle of Japanese castle architecture. Continue to Osaka, check in for a two night stay and enjoy the rest of the evening at your own pace. Osaka features a vibrant food scene, often referred to as the “Kitchen of Japan”. (B) Day 9: osaka SIGHTSEEING Today enjoy an Osaka City Tour. Begin with a walk through the Dotonbori, a vibrant entertainment district known for its dazzling neon lights, street food, and bustling atmosphere along the Dotonbori Canal. Then visit the Osaka Castle, a large castle built in 1583 by Toyotomi Hideyoshi, a great unifier & ruler. The castle was rebuilt in 1931 and features a museum, garden, shrine, park and sports facilities. Later visit the incredible Umeda Sky Building and admire the panoramic views of Osaka from the Floating Garden Observatory – an open-air viewing platform straddling the two 40-story towers of the iconic building. (B) Day 10: OSAKA - leisure day Today is at leisure to explore Osaka at your own pace. Perhaps visit Kuromon Ichiba Market, a lively covered food market known as “Osaka’s Kitchen,” offering fresh seafood, wagyu beef, fruit, and local street food. Alternatively, explore Shinsaibashi Shopping Arcade, one of Osaka’s largest shopping streets, filled with boutiques, department stores, caf?s, and souvenir shops. Another option is to visit the Shinsekai District and Tsutenkaku Tower, a nostalgic neighborhood with retro charm, famous for kushikatsu (fried skewers) and panoramic views from Tsutenkaku Tower. (B) Day 11: OSAKA - leisure day Today you have another day at leisure to enjoy Osaka before flying home. Perhaps visit Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan, one of the largest aquariums in the world, showcasing marine life from the Pacific Rim, including whale sharks. Another option is to see Shitennoji Temple, one of Japan’s oldest Buddhist temples, originally founded in the 6th century. This evening, enjoy a farewell dinner with your fellow travelers. (B,D) Day 12: OSAKA - Fly Home Today fly home with wonderful memories of your experiences and time in Japan. (B) DAY 1: depart usa Today board your overnight flight bound for Tokyo, Japan. Day 2: Arrive tokyo, japan Arrive in Tokyo, the dynamic and dazzling capital of Japan. Meet your Tour Manager and transfer to your hotel for a 3-night stay in Tokyo. Tonight enjoy a Welcome Dinner at a local restaurant with your fellow travelers. (D) Day 3: tokyo sightseeing Today enjoy a Tokyo City Tour. Visit the Imperial Palace Plaza, home to the Emperor and other members of the Japanese Royal Family since 1868, when Emperor Meiji transferred the seat of power from Kyoto to Edo and changed the name of the city to Tokyo. Explore the beautiful East Garden of the palace for its seasonal flowers, moats and guardhouses. Later visit Asakusa, a district reminiscent of Tokyo’s past decades and home to the Sensō-ji Buddhist Temple, Tokyo’s oldest temple site. Enjoy a hands-on Sushi Making Experience for lunch. Then visit the iconic & historic Tsukiji Fish Market and the Odaiba, a vibrant shopping & entertainment district on the Tokyo Bay. (B,L,D) Day 4 : Tokyo - Hakone - TOKYO Today enjoy a scenic day trip to Mt. Fuji & Hakone. Mount Fuji, Japan’s most iconic peak is famous for its snow-capped slopes and is a UNESCO World Heritage site. Enjoy the Hakone Ropeway, a scenic aerial lift that takes you to a station offering stunning views of Mt. Fuji, Lake Ashi and the Owakudani Valley. Then enjoy a scenic Lake Ashi Cruise. The crater lake was formed 3000 years ago when the Hakone volcano last erupted. Today Mt. Fuji sits in the background for spectacular views from the lake on a clear day. Lunch is included at a local restaurant. Later this afternoon return to Toyko and enjoy the evening at leisure. Please note Mt. Fuji views are weather permitting. (B,L) Day 5: Tokyo - bullet train - KYOTO Today experience the Shinkansen Bullet Train from Tokyo to Kyoto. Japanese Bullet Trains, or Shinkansen, are famous for their speed, safety, and punctuality. They operate on a network of high-speed lines reaching speeds of up to 200 mph and often arrive within seconds of their scheduled time. During your train ride a traditional Bento Lunch (box) is included. Arrive in Kyoto, the former imperial capital of Japan for over one-thousand years. Enjoy a Tea Ceremony before settling into your hotel for a three night stay. While in Kyoto, immerse yourself in Japan’s unique culture. Enjoy a bit of leisure time to explore on your own before dinner with your fellow travelers. (B,L,D) Day 6: KYOTO SIGHTSEEING Explore timeless beauty during your Kyoto City Tour. Visit the historic and scenic Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, renowned for its cherry trees and stunning landscapes that change dramatically with each season. Enjoy a leisurely walk through the towering bamboo groves and see the iconic Togetsukyo Bridge. Visit the Kinkakuji Temple, also known as the Golden Pavilion, a Zen Temple whose top two floors are covered in gold leaf, and see the historic Heian Shrine with its towering red torii gate. Stop at the Nishiki Market, a historic and lively food market known to locals as “Kyoto’s Kitchen” to explore Kyoto’s culinary delights. This evening enjoy a Cultural Dinner & Geisha Show at a local venue where Maiko (apprentice Geisha) perform. (B,D)  Discover Japan by Bullet Train Booking Discount Savings* up to $200 per couple/ $100 per person
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Accommodations 3-Nights - Premier Hotel Cabin President, Tokyo 3-Nights - Doubletree by Hilton Kyoto Station, Kyoto 4-Nights - Miyako City Osaka Hommachi or Hotel On some dates alternate hotels may be used

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Luggage Notes

**Main luggage is not transported via the Bullet Trains.  A small overnight bag like a backpack will be necessary for the evenings of Day 7 & Day 10.  Main luggage will be transported via motorcoach and not available until the next day on these 2 evenings. Baggage handling is not available at all hotels in Japan.  Suitcase with wheels is highly recommended for your main luggage.

Air Note
For own air guests & PWD Hotel Transfers, Tokyo-Haneda (HND) is the primary gateway to fly into & Osaka (KIX) for return flights.  Some groups with PWD air may fly to Tokyo-Narita (NRT).

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