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Traditional japan

Traditional Japan
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Leave the bright lights and fast life behind and immerse yourself in the more traditional and relaxed side of Japan. This trip will show you a very different Japan, taking you away from the usual tourist spots, while also including the must-see cities of Tokyo and Kyoto.

After three nights in Asakusa, Tokyo’s most traditional district, you’ll swap skyscrapers for mountains and escape the crowds of the city in search of villages and country inns.

Here, among the World Heritage sites, mountain landscapes and popular museums, you will get to know a more traditional and calm side of Japan. Along the way, you will visit meticulously designed gardens, explore samurai residences, and have the opportunity to shop for handicrafts at local markets.

In the rural village of Shirakawa-go, you will visit thatched-roof farms in the depths of the countryside, while in Tsumago you will have the opportunity to explore an excellently preserved post town on the old Nakasendo Highway.

Both rural destinations have fantastic walking opportunities and small Japanese-style inns with a genuine welcome and hearty home cooking.

After traveling through the stunning countryside and regional cities, you will find yourself in the ancient capital of Kyoto, a city full of culture, history, and art. This is the perfect opportunity to experience the religious and cultural traditions of this fascinating country.

Along the way you will visit Matsumoto, where one of the best existing castles in Japan is an impressive sight, and Kanazawa, where the impressive Kenrokuen is ranked among the top three gardens in Japan.

The morning market in the alpine town of Takayama, meanwhile, will give you a chance to see a bit of small town life and learn about the area’s famous spring and fall festivals.

Your three nights in Kyoto will give you the opportunity to take a day trip at no additional cost, using your included Japan Rail Pass. Possible destinations include Hiroshima, Himeji, and Kobe.

 

Detailed Itinerary

 

Days 1-3, Tokyo

Begin your adventure in the traditional Asakusa district of Tokyo, home to the oldest temple in the city: Senso-ji.

Accommodation: Dormy Inn Express Asakusa

Meals: none; Breakfast; Breakfast;

 

 

Days 4-5, Kanazawa

Stroll through the samurai quarter and beautifully preserved teahouse districts in one of Japan’s finest historical cities.

Accommodation: Daiwa Roynet Kanazawa

Meals: breakfast; Breakfast;

 

 

Days 6, Shirakawago

Spend the night in one of the gassho-zukuri farmhouses with their thatched roofs at the Shirakawa-go UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Accommodation: Gassho Minshuku Ootaya

Meals: Breakfast / Dinner

 

 

Days 7-8, Takayama

Explore the morning markets and sake breweries of Takayama, with a stay at a traditional minshuku inn and some of the best in local cuisine.

Accommodation: Iwatakan

Meals: breakfast / dinner; Breakfast dinner;

Days 9, Matsumoto

Discover one of the best medieval castles in Japan as you explore the famous “Black Crow” of Matsumoto.

Accommodation: Dormy Inn Matsumoto

Meals: Breakfast

 

Days 10, Tsumago

Follow in the footsteps of thousands of samurai as you visit the ancient city of Tsumago, part of the ancient Nakasendo Highway.

Accommodation: Daikichi Minshuku

Meals: Breakfast / Dinner

 

Days 11-13, Kyoto

Get your dose of culture as you wander the atmospheric temples and shrines of Kyoto, the imperial capital of Japan for over a thousand years.

Accommodation: Daiwa Roynet Kyoto Shijo Karasuma

Meals: breakfast; Breakfast; Breakfast;

 

Days 14-15, Tokyo

Complete your trip with a stay in the Ikebukuro district of Tokyo, where neon lights and skyscrapers will bring you back to modernity with a bang.

Accommodation: The B Ikebukuro

Meals: breakfast; Breakfast;

 

  • Included
    14 nights accommodation (four nights Japanese style)
    Breakfast every morning and three dinners
    Airport transfers on arrival and departure
    Manaca transport card with 2,500 yen credit for city transport
    Transportation between destinations
    Four-hour private guide service in Tokyo and Kyoto
    Sushi Breakfast at Tsukiji Fish Market
    Kyoto tea ceremony experience
    Your Only One Travel Personal Information Package
  • Not Included
    International air fares
    Local transportation (buses, metro, taxis) to any destination unless otherwise specified
    Any entrance fee (including those for shrines, temples, and museums)
    Baggage handling: You are expected to carry your own bags for the duration of the trip.

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