Overview
Finish:Osaka, Japan
Travel Period
Discover Japan's winter charm with this immersive mix of cultural exploration and festive cheer! From snow-capped Mount Fuji, to picturesque villages and hands-on experiences in Kyoto, enjoy a Christmas like no other.
Wake to a Christmas day like no other. Spend the morning at a traditional tea house, where you'll have the option to don a kimono before enjoy a tea ceremony and wagashi sweet-making experience. Afterwards, indulge in a special Christmas lunch.
- Christmas in Kyoto, Spend Christmas Eve exploring Kyoto's main sites and Christmas Day witnessing a traditional tea ceremony and more
- Cruise Lake Ashi, Embark on a cruise across Lake Ashi and enjoy stunning views of Mt. Fuji and spot the laketop torri gate of Hakone-jinja shrine
- Mt. Fuji, Witness unparalleled views of Japan's iconic and inspirational highest mountain
- Matsumoto, Stop in amazement at the dramtic flare of the Matsumoto Castle
- Traditional Japan Tea Ceremony, Experience the perfect display of Japanese culture as you witness the preparation and performance involved in the 'Way of Tea', a traditional tea ceremony.
- Wagashi-Making Class, Wagashi are a traditional sweet treat made of fruit, anko and rice flour. Come Christmas Day, you will learn how to make these beautiful confectioneries from scratch!
- Visit Shirakawago, The landscapes of the UNESCO-listed village of Shirakawago are particularly enchanting in the winter. Soak up its peaceful rural scenery and visit one of its famous gassho houses.
- Tokyo (3N)
- Mt Fuji (2N)
- Matsumoto
- Takayama (2N)
- Shirakawago
- Kanazawa (1N)
- Kyoto (3N)
- Nara
- Koyasan
- Osaka (3N)
- Flight Inclusive rates only: These include airline fuel surcharge and taxes. Correct as of 1 July 2025. Please note supplements may apply if lead in economy rates are not available.
- Tipping is generally not part of the culture in Japan; however, you may wish to tip your National Escort at your discretion.
- Depending on airline schedules, you may depart and/or arrive on Day 2. Extra nights' accommodation (pre or post tour) or stopovers may be required at an additional cost.
- Flight Inclusive rates only: Based on departures from Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide & Perth. Departures from other cities and flight upgrades available on request.
- Price subject to change.
What's Included
- International flights and current taxes (excluded if a land only option is selected)
- All Meals (refer to itinerary)
- Domestic transportation
- 3 – 4 star accommodation
- Touring with guides and entrance fees
Dates & Pricing
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