9 DAY FULLY-ESCORTED TOUR OF JAPAN

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1 9 DAY FULLY-ESCORTED TOUR OF JAPAN From $2,999 pp TWIN $3,799 pp SINGLE Discover traditional culture, new tastes and dynamic ancient cities on this nine-day tour of Japan. Drink freshly brewed beer, marvel at the sight of Mt. Fuji, indulge in a traditional barbecue, relax with a soak in local hot springs and enjoy the cherry blossoms of springtime which make for a truly unforgettable sight. Page: 1

2 PRICING OPTIONS $2, Twin Sydney $2, Twin Melbourne $3, Twin Brisbane $3, Twin Perth $3, Twin Adelaide $3, Single Sydney $3, Single Melbourne $4, Single Brisbane $4, Single Perth $4, Single Adelaide Page: 2

3 DEAL Discover traditional culture, new tastes and dynamic ancient cities on this nine-day tour of Japan. Drink freshly brewed beer, marvel at the sight of Mt. Fuji, indulge in a traditional barbecue, relax with a soak in local hot springs and enjoy the cherry blossoms of springtime which make for a truly unforgettable sight. HIGHLIGHTS Discover culture and gastronomy while visiting cities such as Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka Flights from Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, Brisbane and Adelaide included Includes tours of Asahi breweries, Fujisan World Heritage Centre, Osaka Castle and more! HOLIDAY INCLUDES International airfares All domestic and international transfers in Japan Round trip to and from the airport Private coach transport with air conditioning Experienced, English-speaking guides Meals: 7 breakfast, 2 lunches, 2 dinners 7 nights' accommodation in 4- or 5-star hotels Tour tipping TRAVEL DATES Departure dates in 2019: Mar: 12, 19 Apr: 23 May: 14, 21, 28 Jun: 04, 11, 16 Aug: 27 Sep: 10, 17, 24 Oct: 15, 29 Page: 3

4 Nov: 12, 26 PLEASE NOTE: Due to flight schedule and departing times, you may depart one day earlier or later ITINERARY Day 1 Arrive in Narita/Haneda Day 2 Tokyo - City Tour / Meals: Breakfast Day 3 Hakone - Asahi Breweries, Owakudani, Hakone Heiwa Park/ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Day 4 Five Lakes District To Toyohashi - Mount Fuji, Oshino Hakkai, Kakegawa City / Meals: Breakfast and Lunch Day 5 Toyohashi To Kyoto - Kiyomizu Temple - Osaka / Meals: Breakfast Day 6 Kyoto Leisure Day / Meals: Breakfast Day 7 Osaka - Nara / Meals: Breakfast and Dinner Day 8 Departs from Osaka / Meals: Breakfast Day 9 Arrive home For Full Itinerary information CLICK HERE MAP Page: 4

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7 HOTELS Tokyo: Hotel Tokyo Dome or Similar Hakone: Hotel Sun Hatoya or Similar Kyoto: Toyohashi: Loisir Hotel or Similar Nara: Biwako Hotel or Similar Osaka: Stargate Hotel Kansai or Similar WHY BOOK WITH MYDISCOVERIES? At MyDiscoveries we want to help you make 'one day', today. Whether you re into cruising or glamping, or if you'd prefer to holiday at home or abroad, we re driven to make your holiday dreams come true. With over 20 years of travel experience, you can be sure we can create the right holiday for you. Can t find what you re looking for on our site? Call us on and one of our travel consultants can create an incredible package for you. The MyDiscoveries 30 Day Booking Guarantee means that if you can t get the travel dates you want within 30 days of buying the voucher, we ll give you your money back Pay over 5 x monthly, interest-free instalments. Credit card holders can spread their payments over 5 months on all MyDiscoveries holidays FINE PRINT Page: 7

8 Multiple departure dates in Subject to availability at time of booking for new bookings only. All prices are subject to change at any time without notice. Valid for sales unless sold out prior. If you need to cancel your trip after travel has been confirmed, the travel operator may impose cancellation fees. In addition, MyDiscoveries will charge a $100 per person cancellation fee. We recommend taking out travel insurance as soon as you have booked your travel dates so you have protection against emergency cancellations that might be needed. Travel insurance not included, customers are advised to purchase appropriate cover. When booking in your travel dates, make sure you have your travel voucher number, traveller names and details of any special requirements (e.g. vegetarian etc) The MyDiscoveries team will send an to you confirming all of your booking information. Our valued up to pricing in our offers are based on the rack rate of the room and the inclusions at the time of publication of the offer (that s hotel-speak for Recommended Retail Price ). Supplier pricing /charges are dynamic and therefore constantly changing depending on peak seasons, low seasons and events so we use the rack rate which is consistent year round and 100% verifiable. The value and comparative savings have been determined based on the supplier's shared rack rates and the value of inclusions. Rack rates may not be reflective of actual rates being charged, dependent on the timing and manner of your booking and therefore are only indicative of the level of value. Excludes: Laundry and other items of a personal nature, Telecommunications or other Internet (WiFi) communication, Trip delay or interruption by airline schedule change, Travel insurance coverage for baggage, accident and trip cancellation/interruption, Cost for anything not specifically mentioned in the listing above. VISA INFORMATION Visas are not normally required for Australians entering Japan for tourism for visits of less than 90 days. Alternatively you can contact an external visa provider such as Visa Central directly for more details. TO BOOK YOUR HOLIDAY, BUY ONLINE AT or CALL Page: 8

9 ITINERARY Arrive in Narita/Haneda Upon arrival, you will be met by your tour manager in the airport and transferred to the hotel by shuttle bus. Tokyo - City Tour After breakfast, you will visit the beautiful capital city of Tokyo for a city tour. The tour will include a visit to the outside of the Tokyo Tower. This iconic structure was first opened in 1958 and stands at 333 metres high. Then you will stop at the Imperial Palace, otherwise known as Edo Castle, which was constructed in You will also visit the beautiful Rainbow Bridge, located at Tokyo Bay. You will then head to Asakusa Kannon Temple, also known as Sensoji Temple, a Buddhist temple built in the 7th century and the oldest temple in Japan. The tour will conclude with a trip to the famous Nakamise shopping street, where you can find traditional Japanese food, souvenirs and novelty items. MEALS: Breakfast Hakone - Asahi Breweries, Owakudani, Hakone Heiwa Park Following breakfast, you will travel to Asahi Breweries in Kanagawa where you can watch the entire brewing process and also enjoy the freshly brewed beer in an open-area tasting room. You will then continue on to Hakone to visit the Owakudani volcano, and witness its sulphurous fumes, hot springs, hot rivers and on a clear day the best view of the iconic Mount Fuji. Here you will get to enjoy a scenic ride on the Hakone Ropeway (cable car) and visit the Hakone Peace Park. Please Note: Your trip to Owakudani will depend on the weather and if the weather does not permit, alternative arrangements will be made. MEALS: Breakfast, Dinner Five Lakes District To Toyohashi - Mount Fuji, Oshino Hakkai, Kakegawa City Page: 9

10 This morning, you will begin with a trip to the Fujisan World Heritage Centre located at the foot of Mount Fuji. Here, you will learn the history of eruption, nature and culture of Mount Fuji and view the mountain from a special viewing platform. The tour will then proceed on to Oshino Hakkai, a small scenic village with eight ponds in Oshino. Each pond is filled with melted snow from Mount Fuji and are quite deep with interesting fresh water plant life and large fish that make a visit to the ponds almost like visiting an aquarium. You can even drink the cool fresh water straight from the source if you dare. After lunch, you will continue on to Kakegawa city, where you will taste authentic Japanese green tea. MEALS: Breakfast, Lunch Toyohashi To Kyoto - Kiyomizu Temple - Osaka After enjoying breakfast at your hotel, you will continue to Kyoto, a romantic city renowned for its traditional and new architecture and cultural life style. The city was the country's capital for thousands years. Once you arrive, you will visit the famous Kiyomizu Temple which was first constructed in the 7th century and rebuilt in On the journey to the temple you will walk through a beautiful shopping district where souvenirs, Kyoto ceramics, Japanese Mochi and snacks can be purchased. Later this afternoon, you will be transferred to Osaka. MEALS: Breakfast Kyoto Leisure Day Today, following breakfast, you are free to explore the historic city at your own pace or you can choose to join the optional city tour. During the optional tour, you will visit Nijo Castle, the Golden Pavilion and enjoy a traditional kimono show at the Nishijin Textile Gallery. You will conclude the optional tour with a visit to the Nishiki Market, famous for its unique Japanese cuisine. MEALS: Breakfast. Osaka - Nara Following breakfast, you will proceed to the city of Nara, which was the first capital city of Japan. Your first stop will be the Todaiji Temple, home to the great bronze Buddha, the statue is the largest Buddha statue in the world and the surrounding park is full of thousands of holy deer. You will also visit the beautiful Kasuga Taisha, Nara's most celebrated shrine, that is Page: 10

11 dedicated to the deity responsible for the city's protection. After lunch, you will continue to Osaka Castle, one of Japan's most famous landmarks. Constructed in 1583 it served as a symbol of the unification of Japan in the 16th century. Dinner will be enjoyed at a local restaurant or Osaka hotel. MEALS: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner. Osaka Departure Today you will be transferred to Kansai International Airport by Airport Limousine Bus for your flight home. We hope you enjoyed your journey to Japan with us! MEALS: Breakfast Arrive home This is the end of your tour! You arrive back in Australia! Page: 11

12 image description SKU: MSN015 Category: Tour Tags: Cherry Blossom, Japan, Kyoto, Tokyo, Tour Page: 12