ESSENCE OF JAPAN

Welcome to Japan! Upon arrival at Narita International Airport, clear customs with your luggage and exit to the Arrivals Lobby.\ Make your way to the Japan Rail Counter ( JR COUNTER) exchange your 7 Day Japan Rail Pass to commence using immediately. You can now make reservations for the onward journeys on your itinerary ahead will share the train time table as per your flight schedule for your upcoming itinerary. Board the Narita Express train to Tokyo Station. (65 mins). make your own way to Hotel. Or you will be received by our representative and Transferred to hotel by private shared car. (As an optional cost @JPY) Evening is free for leisure. Check-in time 14:00 . Overnight stay at hotel.

This morning after breakfast, make your own way to pick up places (which will be a walking distances or from your hotel lobby) you will be guided by an English-speaking Japanese local and transported by coach to the following sites: Tokyo Tower - Enjoy a panoramic view of the famous Tokyo skyline from the main observation platform. Meiji Shrine - The finest example of Japanese shrine architecture nestled in a peaceful, picturesque park containing over 120,000 trees. Imperial Palace East Garden - Enjoy a pleasant walk in the East Garden of the Imperial Palace, of historical interest and scenic beauty. Sumida River Cruise - allowing you to enjoy the scenery from the river during the journey. Asakusa Kanon Temple - oldest temple dedicated to Kannon Bosatsu. Nakamise Shopping Street - approximately 250 meters from the main grounds of Temple lined with more than 50 shops, which offer local specialties and souvenirs. Overnight stay at Hotel in Tokyo.

After breakfast, today youll enjoy a beautiful panoramic drive to Mt. Fuji, an almost perfectly conical volcano that is recognized around the world as a symbol of Japan. It stands over 12,000 feet high and is beautifully snow-capped in winter. Drive to the 5th station, where youll enjoy gorgeous views of the surrounding countryside. Continue to Hakone, hot springs resort town located in the fuji. Later we will visit Owakudani and then enjoy Pirate Hakone Cruise. Transfer to Hotel by Shuttle bus if available or by taxi.

(Your Large Luggage will be Transfer to Kyoto Hotel next day arrivals request to prepare a small bag for Hakone Nights) Overnight stay at hotel in Hakone.

After breakfast, check out from hotel around 1100 hrs and transfer to Odawara station by shuttle bus or Taxi then board in Bullet Train to Kyoto.

Upon arrival at Kyoto by own transfer to Hotel it’s a walking distance. Evening free for Leisure . Overnight stay at hotel in Kyoto.

After Breakfast, Nara Kyoto Full day Tour. See the main sights of both Kyoto and Nara, all in one day! Visit Nijo Castle, the Kyoto residence of the Tokugawa era shoguns, and the Golden Pavilion, a gold-leaf covered structure that houses sacred relics of Buddha. Take a stroll through the Kyoto Imperial Palace, and later watch traditional Japanese artisans work their craft at the Kyoto Handicraft Center. In Nara, visit Todaiji, the worlds largest wooden structure and home of the Great Buddha. Mingle with the deer at Nara Park and marvel at the lanterns at Kasuga Taisha Shrine. Overnight stay at Hotel in Kyoto.

This morning after breakfast, check out from hotel and leave your luggage at Porter desk who will courier your luggage to Osaka Hotel , make your own way to Kyoto Station in the Morning and Board in Bullet Train to Hiroshima. After arrival make your own to pick up places (which will be a walking distances Station) you will be guided by an English-speaking Japanese local and transported by T coach to the following sites: Miyajima Island- Visit Isukushima Shrine world heritage site one of Japans finest, and is famous for its beautiful Shinden-zukuri style structure established in 6th centuary. Hiroshima Peace Meorial Park - established in 1949 after the Pacific War ended remind future generations of the terror wrought by atomic bombs. Atomic Bomb Domb- symbol of the disastrous atomic bombing during WWII, the first atomic bombs used in human history, and has been preserved as it was to promote peace and elimination of atomic weapons around the world. Tour ends at Hiroshima Station and Board Bullet Train to Osaka. Upon arrival make your own way to Hotel. Overnight stay at hotel in Osaka.

After Breakfast, full day city tour of Osaka. Visit Aerial Garden Observatory The Aerial Garden observatory ( Umeda Sky Building) is on the 40th floor of the building and allows you to enjoy full view of the city of Osaka. Then visit Osaka Castle, one of Japans most famous castles, situated in one kilometer square and is a popular spot for cherry blossoms Afternoon visit Aqua Liner Enjoy a 60-minute boat ride with passing views of Osaka Castle, Twin Towers, City Hall Nakanoshima. Tour disbands on arrival at Osaka Station make your own way to Hotel. Overnight stay at hotel in Osaka.

After breakfast, transferred to the Kansai/Itami airport to take your flight back home.