9 Day Sunrise Combination Tour B (from Tokyo)
– Tokyo, Kamakura, Mt Fuji, Takayama, Shirakawa-go, Kanazawa & Kyoto
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About
Explore the vibrant city of Tokyo, from the historical area of Asakusa to the Imperial Palace Plaza and Ginza. Travel half way up Mt. Fuji, Japan’s most famous landmark, and relax in the mountain resort area of Hakone. See Takayama, known as “Little Kyoto,” and its preserved historical structures and environment. Mingle with the locals at the thatched roofed village of Shirakawago. Visit Kanazawa, home of Kenroku Garden, one of the three most beautiful gardens in Japan, and admire the ceramics at Kutaniyaki. Explore Kyoto’s 1,200 year history and culture, and have fun walking around the city.
DETAILS
Departures
2017: 01-20 Apr: Sun, Tue, Thu. 4 May – 6 Jul, 29 Aug – 3 Oct, 24 Oct – 30 Nov: Tue, Thu. 10-17 Oct: Sun, Tue, Thu. 11 Jul – 22 Aug, 5-19 Dec: Tue (except: 9-11 Apr, 13 Jun, 8 Aug, 14. 28 Sep, 31 Oct, 2 Nov)
2018: TBA
*Please note that when the date of stay at the hotel is a blackout date, the tour will not be operated.
2018: TBA
*Please note that when the date of stay at the hotel is a blackout date, the tour will not be operated.
Tour Inclusions
English-speaking guide, Accommodation charges, Other admission fees and transportation costs included in the tour
Meals
4 Lunches
*Vegetarian option available. Please request upon reservation.
Guide Service
English-speaking guide service included on days 2-8 except on board bullet train.
English assistance service included at point of transfer on days 1, 5 and 7.
English assistance service included at point of transfer on days 1, 5 and 7.
Assembly Point
Narita Airport
Disbanding Point
One Way Trip Plan / Kansai Airport
Round Trip Plan / Narita Airport
Round Trip Plan / Narita Airport
Note
Minimum participants required: 1 person
Return to Tokyo plans, hotel upgrades & some meals plans are available.
Return to Tokyo plans, hotel upgrades & some meals plans are available.
Required When Making Reservations
Please mention arrival and departure flight information.
Prices from (Per person, Land Only)
One Way Trip Plan:
ADULT NZ$2,872 / CHILD NZ$2,470 / SINGLE(EXTRA CHARGE) NZ$748
Round Trip Plan:
ADULT NZ$3,420 / CHILD NZ$2,920 / SINGLE(EXTRA CHARGE) NZ$1,123
ADULT NZ$2,872 / CHILD NZ$2,470 / SINGLE(EXTRA CHARGE) NZ$748
Round Trip Plan:
ADULT NZ$3,420 / CHILD NZ$2,920 / SINGLE(EXTRA CHARGE) NZ$1,123
ITINERARY
Day 1–––
Narita Airport – Tokyo
Upon arrival at Narita Airport, JTB staff will meet you at the customs exit and assist you in boarding a reserved taxi to transfer to your accommodation.
Day 2–––
Tokyo
Tokyo morning city tour, visiting Tokyo Tower, Imperial Palace Plaza, Asakusa Kannon Temple and Nakamise Shopping Arcade. This tour will disband at Tokyo Station or
Hamamatsucho Bus Terminal.
Day 3–L–
Tokyo – Kamakura – Tokyo
Full Day excursion to Kamakura by coach. Visiting Jimyoin Temple(Green Tea Experience), Hotokuji Temple, Great Buddha at Kotoku-in Temple.
Buddhist vegetarian cuisine is included. Visit Enoshima on the way back to Tokyo. Tour will disband at either Ginza or Shinjuku.
Buddhist vegetarian cuisine is included. Visit Enoshima on the way back to Tokyo. Tour will disband at either Ginza or Shinjuku.
Day 4–L–
Tokyo – Mt Fuji – Hakone
Depart Tokyo aboard a deluxe motorcoach for Mt Fuji. Drive halfway up the mountain to Mt. Fuji’s 5th Station (altitude 2,305 m.), enjoying the natural scenery en route. Japanese style lunch is included before a cruise on Lake Ashi. Ride a ropeway up Mt. Komagatake for a sweeping view of Hakone National Park.
Day 5–––
Hakone – Takayama
Travel from your Hotel to Odawara Station by bus and board the Bullet train (Kodama) to Nagoya. Take a train (limited-express Hida) to Takayama. In the afternoon take a walking tour of Takayama. Visit Yatai Kaikan Hall, Kusakabe Folk Museum, Kami Sannomachi street.
Day 6–L–
Takayama – Shirakawago – Kanazawa
Visit the morning market of Takayama before your tour to Shirakawago by coach. Japanese style lunch included. Shirakawago/Gassho-zukuri folk village.
Day 7–––
Kanazawa – Kyoto
This morning visit Nagamachi Samurai district, Kenrokuen Garden, Higashi-chaya district and hakuza (gold leaf shop). From Kanazawa Station board a train (Limited-Express Thunderbird) to Kyoto.
Day 8–L–
Kyoto
Today enjoy a full day of sightseeing in Kyoto, including Nijo Castle, Golden Pavilion, Kyoto Imperial Palace. Japanese-style lunch. Heian Jingu Shrine, Sanjusangendo, Kiyomizu Temple.
Day 9–––
Kyoto – Kansai Airport
Free until departure. Transfer to Kansai Airport. You will be advised of today’s departure time.
B : Breakfast L : Lunch D : Dinner
REMARKS
Please read the general booking conditions carefully as they incorporate the basis upon which bookings are accepted by JTB New Zealand Ltd. (“JTB”)