If you are a traveler enticed by the multitude of amazing sights that this fabulous country has to offer, then the renowned Japan Golden Route is definitely for you. Perfect for first-time visitors to Japan and seasoned travelers alike, the route runs from Tokyo to Kyoto and passes through modern cities, centuries-old historic sites, incredible scenery and much more.
Take flight to Tokyo, Japan.
Upon arrival at Tokyo Airport, transfer by seat-in-coach and check in at your hotel in Tokyo (approx. 2 hours). Free to stroll around the city. Dinner is on own account.
Stay overnight in Tokyo.
Breakfast at hotel on your own account.
08:05 Pick up at Hotel and transfer to Hamamatsucho Bus Terminal.
Upon arrival at Hamamatsucho Bus Terminal, welcomed by local English speaking guide then proceed to visit the Meiji Shrine which is popular for the traditional beauty of its Japanese architecture and the large torii gate. Then transfer to East Gardens of the Imperial Palace, one of Tokyo's great hidden locations. This spectacular Japanese garden features a range of beautiful seasonal flowers. Afterwards, transfer to Senso-ji Temple and Nakamise Shopping Street. Enjoy lunch on the top floor of the Seaside Hotel Shiba Yayoi. The restaurant overlooks the Hamarikyu Gardens.
In the afternoon, board on the Symphony cruise, a modern and luxurious ship, for a 50-minute cruise around theTokyo Bay. Then proceed to Aqua City Odaiba, one of the main shopping areas of the Tokyo Waterfront City.
Drop off at Tokyo Station after the tour, the guide will tell you how can get back to your hotel ( on your own arrangement ). Dinner on guest own account. Overnight at hotel.
Note: Suggested to wear causal wear and comfortable shoes on this day.
Breakfast is on your own account.
08:05 Pick up hotel and transfer to Hamamatsucho Bus Terminal.
Welcomed by local English speaking guide at Hamamatsucho Bus Terminal then proceed to Nikko Toshogu Shrine by seat-in-coach which is the UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for its lavish decorations, ornate details, and five structures categorized as National Treasures of Japan, and an additional three categorized as Important Cultural Properties. The shrine houses the remains of Edo period's founder, Tokugawa Ieyasu. Japanese Lunch provided. In the afternoon, visit Lake Chuzenji and Kegon Falls, known as one of Japan's 3 great waterfalls, Kegon Falls towers an impressive 97 meters and gushes water from Lake Chuzenji. Tour disbands upon arrival Shinjuku. Free to stroll around, dinner on guest own account. overnight at hotel.
Breakfast at hotel on your own account.
08:05 Pick up at hotel and transfer to Hamamatsucho Bus Terminal.
Upon arrival at Hamamatsucho Bus Terminal, welcomed by local English speaking guide then proceed to Mt. Fuji by seat-in-coach. Drive through the Mt Fuji 5th Station to view the mountain. Japanese Lunch provided. Afternoon drive to Hakone take Mt Komagatake Ropeway cable car up to the spiritual Hakone Shrine Mototsumiya (original shrine) that nestles at the mountaintop and have a boat ride at Lake Ashi to enjoy the best view of Mt Fuji from the lake. Tour disbands upon arrival at Yumoto Station. Take the taxi or hotel bus to check in at hotel on own account. Dinner on guest own account. Overnight at hotel.
Breakfast at hotel. Morning free until check out by noon.
Take train from Yumoto station to Kyoto on your own account. (approx. 2.45 hours)
Arrive Kyoto and Check in at hotel
Free and overnight at hotel.
Breakfast on guest own account.
Pick up at Kyoto Station Hachijo and proceed to Nijo Castle, A UNESCO World Heritage Site, which was built to provide lodging for Tokugawa Shogun and as a palladium for Kyoto Imperial Palace. Then visit Kinkaku-ji Temple, also known as the Golden Pavilion. The wooden architecture is covered in thin layers of pure gold and is surrounded by a beautiful pond. Afterwards, visit Kyoto Imperial Palace, entry of international visitors generally requires application in advance, but participants of this tour can enter only by going through a brief procedure. After lunch on your own account. Transfer to Nara Park & Toda-ji Temple (Great Buddha), A UNESCO World Heritage Site, this is the symbol of the Nara Period and one of the world's largest wooden structures. Its huge main hall and bronze Great Buddha are impressive to behold. Then Visia Kasuga Taisha Shrine & Nara Nagomikan before way back to hotel. Dinner on guest own arrangment. Free and overnight at hotel.
Breakfast on guest own account. Free to stroll around the city. Overnight at hotel.
Breakfast at hotel on your own account.
Morning free until check out.
Transfer to Osaka Kansai Airport by Haruka train on your own account
Arrive Osaka Kansai Airport and board for your departure flight.