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our geisha expert who leads an exploration of the back streets of one of Kyoto’s geisha districts, sharing insights on the “flower and willow” world of the geishas, past and present. Meals BL
10. A PRIVATE HOME VISIT IN KYOTO Begin your day with a prayer at the Kiyomizudera (Pure Water Temple) established in 778; the current buildings were rebuilt in the 17th century. Drink the water here in long-handled cups as you wish for longevity, success or love. Kyoto is known as the craft capital of Japan, and many traditional arts have been passed down through the generations. You’ll have an opportunity to visit a private home here; take your shoes off, come in, and your gracious hostess will demonstrate the rituals of a tea ceremony and the paper art of Origami. Meals B
11. KYOTO AS YOU PLEASE
Continue exploring Kyoto as you pursue your own interests today. The city’s classic cultural gems span the centuries, and your Tauck Director will have suggestions for places to visit. Join us for a special dinner tonight at a local restaurant. Meals BD
12. TRADITIONAL ARTS AND SUMO IN TOKYO Ride the train from Kyoto back to Tokyo, arriving for lunch at the celebrated restaurant Nobu. Afterward visit Meiji Shrine and take in a live performance of traditional Shinto music and Kagura dancing. This evening our farewell reception and dinner take place at a local restaurant, where you’ll witness a larger-than-life demonstration by sumo wrestlers. Meals BLD
13. JOURNEY HOME Tour ends: Narita International Airport. Fly home anytime. An airport transfer is included from Mandarin Oriental, Tokyo to Narita International Airport. Please allow a minimum of 3 hours for flight check-in at the airport. Meals B
A boat cruise on Lake Ashi gives you an opportunity to take in Mt. Fuji
13 DAYS FROM $9,990 PLUS AIRFARE (12 Breakfasts, 9 Lunches & 8 Dinners)
BEGINS TOKYO
Mar 17, 19, 26, 31 Apr 2, 7, 14, 16, 21, 23 May 5, 7, 12, 21, 26 Jun 9, 18, 23 Aug 25 Sep 8, 10, 22, 24 Oct 6, 8, 13, 20, 22 Nov 3, 5, 17
Dates in blue indicate Small Group Departures averaging 24 Tauck guests, priced from $11,990 per person double; specific dates apply – inquire at time of booking.
Go to
tauck.com for up-to-the-minute space availability; additional departure dates may become available as these sell out.
PRICE PER PERSON
March 17 – 23; July – August; November 17 – December Double $9990
Single $13,254
March 24 – 31; September 1 – 9; November 3 – 16 Double $10,790
Single $13,965
April – June; September 10 – October Double $11,490
Single $14,832 Triple $9362 Triple $10,188 Triple $10,838
International Airfare is additional. Call Tauck for special rates on international air, in coach or business, for travel originating in the US (subject to availability).
Please ask at time of booking about additional hotel nights before or after your tour and about our comprehensive Guest Protection Product. See page 3 for activity and pace level details.
FINE HOTELS / GREAT LOCATIONS Night 1,2 Night 3,4
RESORT & SPA Night 5
Night 6,7 Night 8-11* Night 12
During a private home visit in Kyoto, experience a classic tea ceremony Call your travel agent or Tauck at 800-468-2825
TOBIRA ONSEN MYOJINKAN HOTEL NIKKO KANAZAWA
*Small Group Departures will stay at The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto.
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MANDARIN ORIENTAL, TOKYO Tokyo HYATT REGENCY HAKONE
FOUR SEASONS HOTEL KYOTO Kyoto MANDARIN ORIENTAL, TOKYO Tokyo
Hakone
Matsumoto Kanazawa
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