Tour to Japan
for Evgeniy
March 18 - 26, 2025
Flight information
Arrival:
March, 18th
Tokyo
March, 18th
Tokyo
Departure:
March, 26th
Osaka
March, 26th
Osaka
Accommodation
The Okura Tokyo
March, 18-21
Prestige room, 1 king bed, view bath, pax 2, BB
Hatsuhana Hakone
March, 21-22
Comfort, pax 2, HB
Hotel The Celestine Kyoto Gion
March, 22-25
Superior Queen, pax 2, BB
Fufu Nara
March, 25-26
Stylish Suite, HB, pax 2
Program
Arrival at Tokyo International Airport.
Meeting with the coordinator, holding a name sign in the airport arrivals area, transfer to the hotel by private car.
Check-in at the hotel in central Tokyo.
Free time.
Meeting with the coordinator, holding a name sign in the airport arrivals area, transfer to the hotel by private car.
Check-in at the hotel in central Tokyo.
Free time.
march, 18th (tue)
Tokyo
march, 19th (wed)
tokyo
10:00 - Meet your guide in the hotel lobby.
Excursion of Tokyo by private car :
Excursion of Tokyo by private car :
- Visit the lively Shibuya district, known for its famous Shibuya Crossing, one of the busiest pedestrian crossings in the world.
- Enjoy panoramic views of Tokyo from Shibuya Sky, an observation deck offering a stunning 360-degree view of the city.
- Attend a group sumo show (with a guide), where you can observe wrestlers’ training, try wrestling with the athletes, and enjoy a traditional sumo meal, chanko-nabe, alongside the wrestlers.
- Explore the historic Asakusa district, home to the majestic Senso-ji Temple, Tokyo’s oldest temple, and the famous Kaminarimon Gate. Stroll along Nakamise Street, a vibrant shopping lane offering traditional snacks and souvenirs.
- Return to the hotel.
march, 20th (thu)
tokyo
10:00 - Meet your guide in the hotel lobby.
Excursion of Tokyo by private car :
Excursion of Tokyo by private car :
- Visit the Tsukiji area, famous for its Tsukiji Outer Market, where you can explore an array of fresh seafood, traditional Japanese snacks, and street food. Don’t miss the chance to try fresh seafood and sushi, prepared right before your eyes, offering an authentic taste of Japan’s maritime delicacies.
- Take a leisurely stroll around the grounds of the Imperial Palace, the residence of Japan's imperial family. Explore the outer moats and the iconic Nijubashi Bridge, while learning about the history and significance of the palace in Japan’s culture.
- Explore Akihabara, Tokyo’s electronics and anime district, known for its vibrant streets filled with shops selling gadgets, games, anime merchandise, and more. Dive into the world of Japanese pop culture and technology as you browse the colorful stores and arcades.
- Experience the rhythm of Japan with a taiko drum workshop. Learn the basics of playing this traditional instrument, guided by expert instructors. Discover its cultural significance in festivals and rituals, and feel the power of the drumming through hands-on practice. It’s a dynamic and immersive way to connect with Japanese culture.
- Return to the hotel.
march, 21st (fri)
tokyo / hakone
9:00 - Meet your guide in the hotel lobby and check out.
Transfer to Hakone.
Excursion of Hakone by private car :
Check-in at a traditional ryokan with natural hot springs.
Relax in a private hot spring bath in your ryokan room.
Enjoy a traditional kaiseki dinner at the ryokan.
Transfer to Hakone.
Excursion of Hakone by private car :
- Take a leisurely walk around Lake Ashi, where, on clear days, you can catch a breathtaking view of Mount Fuji.
- Visit the peaceful Hakone Shrine, located in the forested area near the lake.
- Explore Owakudani Valley (Valley of Hell), a volcanic region with geysers, accessible by cable car. Here, you can try the famous black eggs, cooked in the hot springs, which are believed to promote longevity.
- Visit the Hakone Open-Air Museum, home to impressive outdoor sculptures and a collection of works by Pablo Picasso.
Check-in at a traditional ryokan with natural hot springs.
Relax in a private hot spring bath in your ryokan room.
Enjoy a traditional kaiseki dinner at the ryokan.
10:00 - Meet your guide in the ryokan lobby.
Excursion of Fuji - Kawaguchiko by private car :
17:46 - Depart from Mishima Station to Kyoto by Shinkansen (bullet train).
19:37 - Meet the coordinator at Kyoto Station on the train platform.
Transfer to the hotel by private car.
Check-in at the hotel.
Excursion of Fuji - Kawaguchiko by private car :
- Visit the world-famous Itchiku Kubota Kimono Art Museum, dedicated to kimono as works of art.
- Explore the Iyashi-no-Sato Nemba Folk Village, a historical reconstruction of a real village destroyed by a landslide.
- Admire the Chureito Pagoda, offering one of the most iconic views of Mount Fuji—a symbol of Japan and a popular image worldwide.
- Take a scenic walk around the lake, known for having one of the best views of Mount Fuji in Japan.
17:46 - Depart from Mishima Station to Kyoto by Shinkansen (bullet train).
19:37 - Meet the coordinator at Kyoto Station on the train platform.
Transfer to the hotel by private car.
Check-in at the hotel.
march, 22nd (sat)
kawaguchiko / kyoto
10:00 - Meet your guide in the hotel lobby.
Excursion of Kyoto by private car :
Excursion of Kyoto by private car :
- Enjoy a unique and intimate experience with a private calligraphy lesson led by a renowned master.
- Visit the stunning Golden Pavilion, a former Shogun’s villa, where the second floor is entirely covered in gold leaf.
- Dress in a traditional kimono and have your photo taken by a professional photographer, capturing your look against beautiful Japanese landscapes.
- Take a walk through the iconic bamboo forest in the Arashiyama district.
- Return to the hotel.
march, 23rd (sun)
kyoto
10:00 - Meet your guide in the hotel lobby.
Excursion of Kyoto by private car :
Excursion of Kyoto by private car :
- 10:30 -Experience a peaceful zazen meditation session in a private, off-limits temple located in the heart of Kyoto. This authentic practice offers a serene atmosphere, allowing you to connect with the tranquility of the surroundings and learn the principles of traditional Zen meditation.
- Visit the famous Fushimi Inari Shrine, known for its thousands of red torii gates.
- Explore the Uji area, famous for its green tea production.
- Experience a mini tea ceremony at a tea house with a 1200-year history, where you will grind fresh green tea leaves yourself and enjoy the tea on-site.
- Enjoy a traditional Japanese dinner accompanied by maiko and geiko (Kyoto-style geishas), where guests can experience performances including games, dancing, singing, and music. During the evening, you’ll have the opportunity to ask the performers about their lives and craft. Your guide will be with you throughout the dinner, providing translation, as the geishas speak only in Japanese.
- Return to the hotel.
march, 24th (mon)
kyoto
9:00 - Meet your guide in the hotel lobby. Check out from the hotel.
Excursion of Kyoto and Nara by private car :
Check-in at a traditional ryokan with natural hot springs.
Relax in a private hot spring bath in your room.
Enjoy a traditional teppanyaki dinner at the ryokan.
Excursion of Kyoto and Nara by private car :
- Visit Kiyomizudera, Kyoto’s iconic temple with stunning views from its wooden stage. Discover the spiritual charm of the Otowa Waterfall and Jishu Shrine, where wishes come true.
- Transfer to Nara.
- Stroll through Nara Park, home to hundreds of freely roaming deer.
- Visit the magnificent Todai-ji Temple, the largest wooden structure in the world, housing a giant statue of Buddha.
- Discover the historic Kasuga Taisha Shrine, famous for its vermilion corridors and pathways lined with stone lanterns.
Check-in at a traditional ryokan with natural hot springs.
Relax in a private hot spring bath in your room.
Enjoy a traditional teppanyaki dinner at the ryokan.
march, 25th (tue)
kyoto / nara
Check-out from the ryokan.
Meet your driver in the hotel lobby.
Private transfer from the hotel to the airport.
Return home.
Meet your driver in the hotel lobby.
Private transfer from the hotel to the airport.
Return home.
march, 26th (wed)
nara / osaka
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