FALLING FOR JAPAN - AN AUTUMN ADVENTURE

This tour offers a captivating journey through Japan, beginning in Asakusa, where you’ll explore the historic Sensoji Temple and the bustling Nakamise shopping street. Continue to the serene Meiji Shrine and the stunning Icho Namiki, famous for its golden ginkgo trees. Experience the vibrant youth culture of Shibuya, including panoramic views from SHIBUYA SKY, before traveling to the picturesque Oshino Hakkai to learn traditional soba noodle-making. Discover the artistic beauty of the Kubota Itchiku Museum and the autumn splendor of Rikugien Garden. In Kyoto, immerse yourself in a traditional tea ceremony, visit the iconic Fushimi Inari Shrine and the stunning Kinkakuji, before concluding your adventure in Nara and Osaka, where you’ll visit historical landmarks and experience the lively atmosphere of Dotonbori.

Tokyo is a dynamic blend of modernity and tradition. One of the world’s most cutting-edge capital cities, Tokyo is a city of contrasts, famous for its neon-lit landscape, towering skyscrapers, peaceful shrines and lovingly tended gardens. Although long the political and cultural centre of Japan, Tokyo became the official capital when the Meiji Emperor moved it to Tokyo in 1867.

Our accommodation for this tour includes;
2 Nights in Tokyo
1 Night in Mt Fuji
2 Nights in Kyoto
1 Night in Osaka

Highlights include:
. Asakusa, a major entertainment District
· Sensoji, Tokyo’s most famous and oldest temple
· Rikugien for the spectacular Autumn colours
· Shibuya, home to the famous 5 way ‘scramble crossing’
· Shibuya Sky observation area
· Oshino Hakkai in the Fuji five lake region
· Japanese Soba Noodle-Making Experience
· Kubota Itchiku Museum
· Trip on the Shinkansen (Bullet Train)
· Traditional Tea Ceremony at Kodaiji
· Fushimi Inari Shrine
· Kinkauji and Ryoan Ji Temples
. Kiyomizu Dera, one of Kyoto’s most prominent and respected temples
· Gion District, known as the “geisha district”
· Todiji, a UNESCO-listed temple that is home to the Great Budda and sika deer
· Osaka Castle
· Dotonbori District

Cost includes 6 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 6 dinners, return international flights, Shinkansen in ordinary class, On Course Tours Escort, English Speaking guides, minimum 3-4 star accommodation, admissions and activities.