Name: Discover Japan 3 & 4*
Brand: Voyage Privé

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See Tokyo, Hakone, Kyoto and more on this incredible three or four-star journey throughout Japan!
You'll discover the contrast of culture and architecture on your adventure and it is simply breathtaking to behold!
Highlights include majestic Kyoto, Mount Fuji and an overnight stay in a Ryokan.

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Your Destinations —

Tokyo

One of the world’s most cutting-edge capitals, Tokyo is a city of contrasts. Famous for its modernity, neon-lit landscape and towering skyscrapers, it is also home to sprawling parkland, peaceful shrines and temples and lovingly tended gardens.

Despite its love affair with manga pop culture, fashion, high-tech trends and conspicuous consumption, below the surface is a city that has its roots in ancient heritage. Shinto shrines and Buddhist temples stand close to skyscrapers as a reminder of a more contemplative time and at the heart of the hyperactive centre lies the serene Imperial Palace, the home of the ruling emperor that provides a tangible link to the city’s historical past.

Behind the shopping, entertainment and commercial Emporia can be found quaint wooden houses, private gardens with meticulously clipped bonsai trees and the Zen-like calm of the Hamarikyu Gardens. Discover the fascinating and exquisite culture of Japan where the ancient and modern worlds collide. The city’s reputation as a mega-expensive metropolis is ill-conceived and visitors can take advantage of inexpensive izakaya bars and neighbourhood cafes that serve delicious noodles and rice dishes.

Hakone

South of Mount Fuji and West of Tokyo you will find a tranquil spot where the imposing slopes of Mount Fuji meet a glistening lake. A red torii, a traditional Japanese gate frames the entrance to this heavenly spot where it is easy to slow down and forget the stresses of everyday life. And at the heart of this majestic site is the snow-capped peak of Mount Fuji as it juts into the sky.

Hiroshima

Spend some time exploring ukkei-en garden, with 200 yoshino cherry trees, mountain cherry trees and weeping cherry trees that blossom in the spring! The Memorial Peace Park & Museum is definitely worth a visit too.

Kyoto

If you're looking for old Japan, Kyoto is a must: tranquil gardens, sublime temples and colourful shrines can be found in abundance. While the rest of Japan has embraced modernity, Kyoto still keeps traditions alive. Take a stroll through the Nishijin district and spy some of the older residents emerging from the machiya (traditional townhouses) to ladle water onto their porch.

If you go by an old shōtengai (shopping street) you can admire the ancient speciality shops: tofu sellers, fishmongers, pickle vendors and tea merchants.

Osaka

Explore Japan's second city and enjoy the lively neighbourhoods of Namba and Dotombori, try an izakaya, Japanese bar-restaurants! Enjoy the local specialities: okonomiyaki, savoury cabbage pancake, or takoyaki, small octopus dough balls. Continue your adventure with a trip to Osaka Castle Park with its 300 Yoshino cherry trees or to Shi-Tennoji Temple which is the oldest in Japan.

Fukuoka

With its 2000 years of history, the capital of Kyushu has always been an open door to Asia (Korea and China) and to Western culture (Portugal and its Jesuits, Holland). Another Japan, more Asian and further away from Tokyo awaits you.

Our Offers —

7 nights/ 9 days
Basic Japan Tour

9 night / 11 days
Essential Japan

11 night /13 days
Essential Japan +

14 nights / 16 days
Full Japan

Your Itinerary In Brief —

Basic Japan : 7 nights / 9 days
Day 1 : UK - Tokyo
Day 2 : Tokyo
Day 3 : Tokyo
Day 4 : Tokyo
Day 5 : Hakone - Mount Fuji
Day 6 : Kyoto
Day 7 : Kyoto
Day 8 : Kyoto
Day 9 : Osaka - Depart

Essential Japan : 9 nights / 11 days
Day 1 : UK - Tokyo
Day 2 : Tokyo
Day 3 : Tokyo
Day 4 : Tokyo
Day 5 : Hakone - Mount Fuji
Day 6 : Kyoto
Day 7 : Kyoto
Day 8 : Kyoto
Day 9 : Hiroshima & Miyajima
Day 10 : Osaka
Day 11 : Osaka - UK

Essential Japan + (extended days): 11 nights / 13 days
Day 1 : UK - Tokyo
Day 2 : Tokyo
Day 3 : Tokyo
Day 4 : Tokyo
Day 5 : Tokyo
Day 6 : Hakone - Mount Fuji
Day 7 : Kyoto
Day 8 : Kyoto
Day 9 : Kyoto
Day 10 : Hiroshima & Miyajima
Day 11 : Hiroshima & Miyajima
Day 12 : Osaka
Day 13 : Osaka - UK

Full Japan: 11 nights / 13 days
Day 1 : UK - Tokyo
Day 2 : Tokyo
Day 3 : Tokyo
Day 4 : Tokyo
Day 5 : Tokyo
Day 6 : Hakone - Mount Fuji
Day 7 : Kyoto
Day 8 : Kyoto
Day 9 : Kyoto
Day 10 : Kyoto
Day 11 : Hiroshima & Miyajima
Day 12 : Hiroshima & Miyajima
Day 13 : Fukuoka / Kyushu
Day 14 : Fukuoka / Kyushu
Day 15 : Fukuoka / Kyushu
Day 16 : Fukuoka - Europe

Your Basic Japan Itinerary —

Day 1: UK - Tokyo
Make your way to Tokyo.

Day 2-4: Tokyo
Arrive in Tokyo and get a shared shuttle to your hotel, where you can check-in. Don't forget to get your JR Pass in one of the Tokyo stations and enjoy your free time in Tokyo! (Valid from Day 3).

Our Suggestions:
Start your trip by visiting the famous and peaceful Meiji Jingu Shrine, and walk through the Takeshita Dori, stopping by few incredible shops while strolling down this famous street. Then, take a walk along the Omotesandō avenue to admire the architecture, or go shopping in the Shibuya district to discover the crazy and fashionable Tokyo!

Enjoy the traditional districts of the city, such as Asakusa and Ueno where you will travel back in time while visiting the Sensō-ji temple and the Sumida park. Go for some sightseeing in Yanaka, also known as the "old Tokyo". Don’t miss playing video games in Akihabara; go find the mangas (comic characters) of your childhood, and delve into the universe of Cosplay!

Day 5: Tokyo - Hakone - Mount Fuji
Journey from Tokyo to Odawara by Shinkansen (fast train) to Hakone - Mount Fuji and when here, get to explore some of our many suggestions including the Gora-koen Park, Chokoku-no-mori open-air museum, Hakone & Narukawa museum of fine arts, the Hakone-jinja sanctuary and of course, Mount Fuji!

Members will also get a traditional dinner in their ryokan.

Days 6-8: Kyoto
On day 6, depart by train to Kyoto and enjoy the next few days exploring the top sights.

Kyoto combines the past with the present, and the present with the future. The former imperial capital is a superlative place, and its name remains linked to perfection. Millennium, artistic, spiritual and gourmet: visiting Kyoto is an opportunity to discover the cradle of the Japanese soul in all its aspects. The essential stopover of a stay in Japan.

Our Suggestions:
This charming city is sure to seduce you thanks to its well-kept traditions. This former imperial capital of Japan has kept its prestige and few cultural treasures that will make your trip incredible. Start with a zen walk in the bamboo field of Arashiyama, and visit the Tenryu-ji temple. Go on with plenty of sightseeing in the centre, especially in the Gion district where you can find the wonderful Geishas. You can stop by Nishiki market, famous for its impressive size, and the diverse type of food that you can find there.

Do not leave Kyoto if you haven’t seen the fabulous Fushimi Inari-taisha shinto shrine and its thousands of red toriis in the middle of the forest. You can go ahead with a tour in the south of Higashiyama to discover the Kiyomizu-dera temple, the Maruyama koen park, or the Chion-in temple. The Nanzen-ji temple also worth a visit. Be sure to also visit the UNESCO-listed Kinkaku-ji temple and the rock garden of Ryoan-ji.

Day 9: Kyoto - Depart
Travel to the airport for your flight back to the UK.

Your Essential Japan Itinerary —

For the exact programme, please refer to the Itinerary In Brief above.

Days 1-8: Tokyo, Hakone etc.
Very similar to the Basic Japan itinerary - see Itinerary In Brief.

Day 9: Hiroshima & Miyajima
Enjoy a Shinkansen journey from Kyoto to Hiroshima included in the Japan Rail Pass (2h30, 1 change). On the way, stop in Himeji (luggage lockers in Himeji station) to visit the White Heron Castle, considered the most beautiful in Japan. Installation in your hotel.Free visit of Hiroshima and its region. Universally known because of the nuclear bombings of August 6, 1945, Hiroshima was able to impose its faith in the future and became a symbol of peace.

Miyajima:
Excursion from Hiroshima (train and ferry included in the Japan Rail Pass, about 30 km, 45 minutes (train 30min, boat 10min): Miyajima Sanctuary Island. Essential to a visit to Hiroshima, Miyajima, "the island of the gods", is one of the most visited sites in Japan. Discover this little piece of island paradise!

Day 10-11: Osaka - Depart
Return from Hiroshima for one last night in Osaka (2 hours by Shinkansen, included in your JR Pass), before taking the plane the next day from Osaka Kansai Airport (KIX). Transfer from your Osaka hotel to Kansai Airport by public transport, with your pre-paid transport card already pre-loaded with the transfer amount. Precise details with photos and schedules in your travel log. About an hour. There are no door-to-door airport transfers in Osaka.

Opt for the Essential Japan + Itinerary to enjoy 1 more night in Tokyo (day 5) and Hiroshima (day 10).

Your Full Japan Itinerary —

For the exact programme, please refer to the Itinerary In Brief above.

Days 1-12: Tokyo, Hakone etc.
Very similar to the Basic Japan itinerary - see Itinerary In Brief.

Day 13: Fukuoka / Kyushu
Continue from Hiroshima to Kyushu Island, and its capital, Fukuoka in 1 hour from Shinkansen (included in your JRPass). For nearly 10 years, the Shinkansen train has been linking Honshu, Japan's main island, to Kyushu, the 3rd largest island in the Japanese archipelago, between the sea and volcanoes. Arrival in the heart of the dynamic city of Fukuoka and to your hotel.

Day 14-16: Fukuoka:
The capital of a booming region, Fukuoka is now one of the most dynamic cities in Japan with its high-tech companies and the organization of a global event: The Rugby World Cup in October 2019. On the last day, transfer by public transport (fast train) to Fukuoka International Airport for your flight home.

Your Tour Hotels —

Our members will stay at the following 3* or 4* category hotels in a Standard Room (or similar) with meals as per itinerary.

3* Category Hotels

Tokyo: B Akasaka Mitsuke Hotel
Hakone: Ryokan Ichinoyu Shinkan hotel
Kyoto: Hokke Kyoto Hotel
Hiroshima: Court Hotel Hiroshima
Fukuoka: The B Fukuoka

4* Category Hotels

Tokyo: Metropolitan Tokyo Ikebukuro
Hakone: Yoshiike Ryokan
Kyoto: New Miyako hotel
Hiroshima: Rihga Royal Hotel
Fukuoka: Monterey la Soeur Fukuoka Hotel

3 Adults

2 Adults

1 Child

Please note: the bed for the 3rd guest sharing is likely to be a sofa bed or camp style bed. If any of these hotels are not available, hotels of a similar standard will be found.

Your Options —

Pocket WiFi for the duration of your stay

Renting Pocket WiFi in Japan is ideal if you’re looking for fast and unlimited internet access for the entire duration of your trip. Lightweight and with a long battery life, its nationwide coverage guarantees internet access wherever you are, on any kind of device (iPhone, Android smartphone, laptop). Pick it up at the airport and return it at the end of your trip by using the prepaid envelope included. The envelope can be mailed from any Japanese post box.

Pre-paid transportation card, already charged with ¥1,500

This card is a prepaid top-up card that allows you to use most public transport (metro, trains and buses) in Japan. This card can be used in several of Japan's major cities. The Card is already topped up with 1500 yen ready for use (on top of a 500 yen deposit). The price of your journey is deducted automatically after every single use. If you all of the credit on the card, you can top up easily at train stations. It can also be used as a sort of electronic wallet to pay for small purchases in convenience stores, vending machines, or even to pay for parking. You can also keep your Pasmo Card for future use, as it is valid for 10 years. Or return it at the train station at the end of your trip to get back the 500 yen deposit. One card for each person.Advantages:
● A prepaid card with 1500 yen ready for use
● Can be used on public transport in Tokyo and all other major Japanese cities
● Can be easily topped up on the machines at train stations
● Can be used as an electronic wallet

Tokyo Airport Welcome - same price package for 1-5 people (only valid for arrival between 10 am and 6 pm)

Tokyo is a vast city, which can sometimes be a little baffling. An airport reception will allow you to get to your hotel with ease and to confidently take your first steps in the city. Your guide can help you choose the best form of transport for getting into Tokyo, right to your hotel's door. They can also provide you with valuable advice about the rest of your stay. Length of activity: half a day. Our guide will wait for you at the airport, at the customs exit gate, and will take you to your hotel from there. The price of transport from the airport to hotels for your guide and for you are not included in the price of the visit (roughly 25€ from Narita and 9€ from Haneda). All our guides are bilingual English speakers.

Tokyo Guided Day Tour - same price package for 1-5 people

Enjoy a guided day with one of the locals! Example of visits: Visit Meiji-jing shrine in the centre of Tokyo and Harajuku. Then explore Shinjuku, its garden and the Government Building for a breathtaking view. Meals, transportation and site entrance charges for you and the guide are not included in the price (Guide meals, guide transportation and guide site entrance fees: roughly 25€/activity). All our guides are bilingual English speakers.

Sumo Training Watch (1 hour)

Discover the secrets of Japan’s national sport at a sumo school. Watch the training session of the athletes and get a group photo with them at the end.

Robots Show

Experience a totally unusual show between Japanese tradition and modernity. You will discover the eccentricity of the country with robots, lights and incredible costumes. Have fun in this futuristic and typically Japanese world!

Sushi Cooking Class (2 hours)

Learn the preparation of the famous sushi and another Japanese speciality thanks to the advice of a specialist. At the end of the course, you will be able to enjoy a relaxing moment to taste your creations. You will have all the keys in hand to reproduce these Japanese specialities at home!

Half-day or full-day Fukuoka Guided Tour with private guide

Accompanied by a guide you will discover the city of Fukuoka and its futuristic architecture, the traditional yatai restaurants and their traditional specialities. The price does not include transfers and meals for you and your guide (in English, French or Spanish).

Accompanied Dinner in a Traditional Restaurant

Enjoy dinner in a typical restaurant with one of our travel angels. These typically Japanese bars/restaurants offer a warm welcome and a cheerful atmosphere. This is where employees meet after a work day to relieve pressure and spend a good time together. The travel angel will take care of the reservation. Your meals and transport are at your expense. Travel angel’s meal and time are included.

Private Onsen (Traditional Japanese Bath) in your room

Like all traditional accommodation in Japan, the ryokan offered at the Hakone Mont Fuji has single-gender Japanese collective baths (onsen). By choosing this option, you will enjoy a traditional bath in your room. Recommended for mixed couples, families, modest people or people with clearly visible tattoos.

Kyoto Guided Day Tour

Enjoy a guided day with one of the locals! Example of visits: Explore Nijo Castle, the Kyoto residence of the Shogun Tokugawa Ieyasu and Kinkakuji (Golden Pavilion). Then onto Ginkakuji (Silver Pavilion) and the Gion district. Meals, transportation and site entrance charges for you and the guide are not included in the price (Guide meals, guide transportation and guide site entrance fees: roughly 25€/activity). All our guides are bilingual English speakers.

Kyoto Tea Ceremony (45 minutes)

Experience a traditional Japanese tea ceremony in an authentic district of Kyoto. Taste the delicious matcha tea and understand the complexity of its service in one of the best tea houses of the city.

Access to Disneyland and Disneysea in Tokyo

Discover a magical world in Tokyo. With this pass, you can enter Tokyo Disney, a unique wonderland!! Access to the park is subject to ticket availability. If they are not available they will be refunded. The park is an hour from Tokyo, more information will be communicated to you before departure.

Entrance to the Hello Kitty theme park

A world of pink sweetness awaits you at Sanrio Puroland Park dedicated to Hello Kitty. Attractions and shows will make your experience unforgettable! The park is an hour from Tokyo, more information will be communicated to you before departure.

Tokyo for children and adolescents (full day)

Enjoy this excursion designed for the little ones. In the company of two guides and a parent you will discover the perfect combination of modernity and tradition that characterizes the city following a path designed for the youngest. The itinerary will mix museums, culture, video games, temples and fashion for an unforgettable journey.

The tour will depart and end at your hotel and does not include transfers and entrance fees to attractions that must be paid for participants and for the guide (about 8.50 euros for transfers). The presence of a parent is mandatory regardless of the age of the child. It may not be available at certain times. The guide is private

Your Journey —

Flights: The flights included are with either a scheduled or no-frills airline and are subject to live availability and prices can change. You can choose your preferred departure times during the booking process. Please select your flight options carefully as departure and arrival airports may differ.

Transfers: Roundtrip shuttle transfers are included for travelling to and from the airport.

Guests will also be provided with one Japan Rail Pass, to travel by train and Shinkansen (except for the Basic Japan Itinerary, where train tickets will then be bought in this case).

Weather —

Jan

min : 1°C max : 10°C

Feb

min : 2°C max : 10°C

Mar

min : 4°C max : 13°C

Apr

min : 10°C max : 18°C

May

min : 15°C max : 23°C

Jun

min : 19°C max : 25°C

Jul

min : 22°C max : 29°C

Aug

min : 24°C max : 31°C

Sep

min : 20°C max : 27°C

Oct

min : 14°C max : 21°C

Nov

min : 9°C max : 17°C

Dec

min : 4°C max : 12°C

Travel Advice —

For the latest travel advice from the Foreign & Commonwealth Office including security and local laws, plus passport and visa information please click here.

Please note that the advice can change, and you should continue to check all advice until you travel.

Entry Requirements

You must ensure you have a valid passport to travel on.

If your passport describes you as a British Citizen, you do not need a visa to enter Japan. For non-British citizens, you should contact a Japanese Embassy or Consulate.

Health

For information about important health advice and any vaccinations required please visit www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice and https://travelhealthpro.org.uk/countries.

If vaccinations or other preventive measures are required, you will need to visit your health professional at least 8 weeks before your trip.

Please note that passport, visa and health requirements can change. It is every traveller’s responsibility to ensure they have a valid passport, any required visas, and all the necessary vaccinations/health requirements as well as adequate insurance.

In More Detail —

Please find practical information about the property and your trip:

This tour is not accessible to people with reduced mobility.
General check-in time: 3 pm
General check-out time: before 12 pm

Our price doesn’t include a city/accommodation/tourism tax which may be payable locally.

Please Note:
Check-in outside the hotel's standard times may incur additional fees. Check out times are subject to change, please check these with the hotel upon arrival.
Schedules and prices are subject to change.
If the property is accessible to people with reduced mobility, this is subject to availability. To book a room for reduced mobility, please contact our Customer Services Team.

What's Included

Accommodation as per itinerary
Meals as per itinerary
Shared airport transfers

Rail pass
One mini travel guide

Not Included

Public transportation inside cities, except 1500 already credited in your prepaid transportation card
Optional or suggested excursions
Drinks and other meals not clearly mentioned
Surcharge for special requests on food, and meals.

Entrance fees, permits and guide service during free time.
Insurance, gratuities and personal expenses
Surcharge for public holidays

Your Contract —

If you book a package which includes flights, your contract will be with Voyage Privé. The air holiday package(s) shown are ATOL protected by the Civil Aviation Authority. Our ATOL number is 10170.

If you book a package which does not include flights, then ATOL protection does not apply. Your contract will be with the provider of the accommodation and not Voyage Privé. Voyage Privé acts only as agent for the accommodation provider.

Please read our booking conditions before confirming your holiday.

Important Information —

Japan Rail Pass: The Japan Rail Pass is a special train pass for foreign tourists visiting Japan. It includes the use of all trains operated by Japan Railways, more than 20,000km of railways throughout Japan including the Shinkansen Bullet Trains (except for certain high-speed “Nozomi” and “Mizuho” trains). This allows you to access the vast majority of tourist attractions from the North to the South of Japan, on the 4 main islands for days your pass is valid.

What you receive is an official voucher that you will have to exchange it at a JR office (which can be found at major airports and JR stations), once you have arrived in Japan, you will need your passport to exchange the voucher. At the time of the exchange, you will have to provide a date for when you want your JR Pass to be activated. This date must be within 30 days after the exchange.

With your JR Pass you can go anywhere you want on the Japan Railways railroad network. With the JR Pass, booking is not an obligation and any non-reserved (and available) seat can be occupied upon presentation of your Japan Rail Pass. You can also reserve a seat without additional charges by going to a travel service centeror JR ticket office (“midori no madoguchi”) before taking the train. Simply show your Japan Rail Pass and you can get a seat ticket.

If booking as a single traveller, room occupancy is not guaranteed. You may be placed in either a single, double or twin room, based on the availability of the property at the time.

The location shown on our map is to be used as a guide only and the actual location of the property may differ.

Your contact details may be passed on to the hotel so that they can make contact with you to discuss your booking in advance of your arrival.

You may be asked to provide a credit/debit card deposit on arrival to cover any purchases made in the hotel.

Although we endeavour to provide up to date information we cannot guarantee that all hotel facilities and services will be available during your stay, especially when travelling out of the main holiday periods.

Star rating standards may differ to that of the UK, depending on the country of travel.

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