- Limousine Bus Coupon
- 14 Day Japan Rail Pass
- JPY 1,500 Pasmo Card for use on the non JR trains
- Full Day Tokyo Guided Tour
- Ainokura & Shirakawago Tour
- Kyoto Guided Morning Tour
- 4 nights of accommodation at the Shinagawa Prince Hotel in Tokyo
- 2 nights of accommodation at the traditional Japanese Ryokan Komanoyu inc breakfast
- 2 nights of accommodation at the Hida Hotel Plaza inc b/fast
- 2 nights of accommodation at the Hotel Granvia Hiroshima
- 3 nights of accommodation at the Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
- 2 nights of accommodation at the Hakone Hotel inc b/fast
This self-guided tour combines Japan's main highlight destinations with a two night stay in the glorious Kiso Valley. The Kiso area offers spectacular views of the natural scenery where you can soak in the spiritual, tranquil atmosphere this area is so famous for.
Walk part of the ancient Nakasendo pilgrimage trail between the two post-towns Magome and Tsumago. Along the trail you will find spectacular views of Japan's countryside, English signage and a few small tea houses where you can take a break from the hiking if needed. The Nakasendo trail is easy to moderate level of difficulty and takes 2-3 hours to complete.
*inclusions shown in the bullet points - package does not include airfares
Nishiki Food Market, Kyoto
Geisha in Gion
Hanamikoji Street, Gion
Streets in Shirakawa, Gion
Check out of the Hotel Granvia Hiroshima and board a bullet train to Kyoto Station. (2hrs) You may need to swap trains at Shin Osaka on the way.
Your accommodation at the Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo is a 2 minute walk from Kyoto Station.
After check in, commence exploring the sights of Japan's old capital and board a Subway Karasuma Line train 2 stops to Shijo Station, the busiest shopping district in Kyoto. There are a number of cafes, restaurants and shops to explore. From Shijo Station, walk down to Nishiki Food Market. (10 min) Here you can try various Japanese food from traditional sweets to fresh seafood.
In the late afternoon walk towards Gion, Kyoto's famous geisha district. Gion is the one place in Japan where you may see a Maiko or Geisha walking between appointments. As darkness falls watch the traditional lanterns gradually come to life and wander down the tiny alleys exploring the many restaurants and bars offering a variety of tempting cuisines.
Stay: Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo - 1/3
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