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Takayama – a town that has retained a traditional Edo heritage like few other Japanese cities. Overnight at the Hida Hotel Plaza.
Day 6: Takayama – Shirakawago Morning at leisure to explore this historical town. Travel by bus in the afternoon to the World Heritage village of Shirakawago, one of Japan’s World Heritage Sites and famed for its steep thatched Gassho-zukuri houses the only example of their kind in Japan. Overnight in a traditional Japanese inn – the true essence of Japanese hospitality. (D)
Day 7: Shirakawago – Kanazawa After breakfast take a local bus to Kanazawa, sandwiched between the Japanese Alps and the Noto peninsula, and perhaps the best-preserved Edo period city. The Samurai, Geisha, Merchants and Lords have all left their imprint on this dramatic city. Proceed to the Kanazawa Miyako Hotel for 1 night. (B)
Day 8: Kanazawa – Kyoto After a morning at leisure to explore Kanazawa, board the JR express train
to Kyoto – Japan’s former imperial capital for over a thousand years, now boasting no fewer than 17 UNESCO listed historic monuments. Considered by many as Japan’s most captivating city, it exudes the very essence of the ancient character of this most distinctive of destinations. Stay 3 nights at the New Miyako Hotel.
Day 9: Kyoto – Nara – Kyoto Enjoy a full day tour of Kyoto and neighbouring Nara. Begin by visiting venerable Todaiji meaning ‘Great Eastern Temple’, constructed in 752 and is one of Japan’s most historically significant buildings, containing Great Buddha, Japan’s largest Buddha statue. Visit Kiyomizu Temple, Nara Park and Kofukuji Temple, revered for its iconic 5-storey pagoda.
Day 10: Kyoto Day at leisure to further explore Kyoto, with its many priceless historical structures and excellent reataurants.
Day 11: Kyoto – Koyasan Travel by train and cable car to Mount Koya (Koyasan), a secluded temple town that is the centre for
Shingon Buddhism, introduced in 805 by Kobo Daishi, one of Japan’s most significant religious figures. Experience an overnight stay in authentic Japanese Temple lodging (shukubo), where you can experience the lifestyle of a Buddhist monk. (D)
Day 12: Koyasan – Osaka After breakfast journey by cable car and train to Osaka – known as “the nation’s kitchen” for its food culture, its unparalleled cuisine will astound your taste buds. This vibrant city is entrenched with popular culture and fantastic nightlife, yet still steeped in the traditions of Japan’s heritage. Afternoon at leisure to explore this enticing city. Overnight at the New Hankyu Hotel. (B)
Day 13: Osaka – London
Day at leisure. Transfer to Kansai Airport for your overnight Emirates flight via Dubai to Heathrow, arrving the following morning.
Sea of Japan (East Sea)
Japan Shirakawago Osaka
Kyoto Nara
Koyasan Takayama Mount Fuji Kanazawa Tokyo
Pacific Ocean
11-night Tour Prices from
09 Jan ’11-04 Dec 08 Jan ’12-25 Mar 01 Apr-22 Apr
Mixed Board
The prices in the panel are only meant as a guide and may change. Please refer to page 17 for more information.
Adult Tour Sgl Rm Sup 3285 3530 3560
665 750 750
Prices are in £’s per person based on 2 adults sharing and include taxes and fuel surcharge and ATOL fee of £121 per person (reductions or increases may apply at the time of booking). Prices will vary within the date band depending on the departure date. For full details of our pricing policy and booking conditions, please refer to pages 119-124.
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