Overview
Finish:Tokyo, Japan
Travel Period
Discover the wonders of Japan on a premium holiday with Travelmarvel. Travel by rail and road from Tokyo to Osaka, visiting snow-capped Mount Fuji, Hiroshima and Kyoto among other iconic destinations.
Japan’s Shinkansen bullet trains offer thrilling journeys across the country. Experience the speed and efficiency of Japan’s renowned bullet train from Hiroshima to Kyoto.
Travel by local train and ferry to Miyajima Island and spend time admiring the famous Itsukushima Shrine, a Shinto shrine and the iconic Torii Gate, which appears to float on the island’s waters at high tide.
Indulge in a traditional Japanese dinner at a local restaurant in Pontochow, a narrow alley filled with atmospheric dining venues renowned for using fresh and local produce.
In Matsumoto, enjoy a guided tour of a miso factory to find out how this Japanese staple is made. Discover why this paste is so important in Japanese cooking, before tasting the distinctive flavours for yourself.
Wander the streets of the famous Gion district and keep watch for one of the many beautiful geiko and maiko, the titles given to geisha and their apprentices.
What's Included
- 11 nights in premium accommodation
- Services of a Great Rail Journeys Tour Escort
- 15 meals - 11 breakfasts and 4 dinners
- Ride the Limited Express Romancecar train journey to Hakone
- Visit the Mount Fuji World Heritage Centre and marvel at breathtaking views of iconic Mount Fuji
- Glimpse the colourful kimonos of Kyoto’s geisha and enjoy a traditional evening meal
- Soak in the scenery as you travel by Shinkansen bullet train, Japan’s renowned high-speed service
- Uncover moving stories and learn about the destruction unleashed at Hiroshima
Dates & Pricing
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