b"YOUR ITINERARY 14 DAYSFROM ASIADays 1-3 - London and Tokyo 4,395 PPWe fly from London to Tokyo, arriving on Day 2. With time at the observatory deck of the Tokyo Metropolitan Government building, we soak in the panoramicFor details of what's included views of the iconic Tokyo skyline. On Day 3, we enjoy a tour by coach, beginninggo to greatrail.com/JAGat the Hamarikyu Garden in Tokyo Bay. We then visit the 1,400-year-old Asakusa Temple continuing to Meiji Jingu Shrine and then experiencing the famous Shibuya crossing - the busiest intersection in the world.2023 Departures:SEP from 4,695 OCT from 4,695Day 4-5Hakone & Mount FujiWe travel to Hakone by train for the night. We transfer to Owakudani then2024 Departures: ride the cable car along the Hakone Ropeway, with panoramic views of MountMAR from 4,595 AUG from 4,495Fuji. On reaching Togendai, we descend to Ashi, a lake at the caldera of MountAPR from 4,995 SEP from 4,595Hakone, for a short cruise beneath a backdrop of snow-covered mountains.MAY from 4,395 OCT from 4,695On Day 5 we drive to Mount Fuji, Japans most distinctive landmark. Arriving at the Mount Fuji Visitor Centre, we learn more about this world-famous wonder. Next, we continue to Oishi Park, where there are fabulous views of this iconic Japanese mountain. We continue to Matsumoto for an overnight stay.Your holiday includes:Day 6Miso and Matsumoto Castle Flights from London Heathrow to We visit a Miso factory, discovering why this ingredient is so important inTokyo and from Osaka to London Japanese cooking on a guided tour, before tasting the distinctive flavours. WeHeathrow via Tokyocontinue to Matsumoto Castle and - after time to look around - we continue toAll rail and coach transfersTakayama, visiting the Hida Folk Village, an open-air museum depicting more than 30 rustic farm dwellings from the Edo Period, on the way.Luggage transfers on some sections of the tourDay 7Takayama and the bullet train 11 nights 4-Star hotel We explore Takayama on a guided tour, taking in the traditional KamiaccommodationSannomachi Street and Jinya Old House. Our next stop is the Miyagawa Morning Market where we see a neat array of stalls selling local farm products15 meals including 11 breakfasts and handicrafts. We then journey on the Hida Train to Nagoya beforeand 4 dinners continuing on the extraordinary bullet train to Hiroshima for two nights. Day 8Miyajima IslandTravelling by tram and boat to Miyajima Island, we soak up the tranquillity of this secluded destination known for its age-old temples and fairytale forests.JAPANWe enjoy a walking tour visiting Itsukushima Shrine and the iconic Great ToriiMatsumotoTakayama 1 1 TokyoGate that guards its entrance. Your afternoon is free back in Hiroshima.2Kyoto Mt. 13 Fuji HakoneDay 9Hiroshima and Kyoto Hiroshima Nagoya NationalWe visit the World Peace Memorial Park and A-Bomb Dome, both poignant2 1 ParkMiyajimareminders of the destruction levelled on Hiroshima in 1945. Later, we takeOsakathe renowned bullet train to Kyoto for three nights, a city with an impressive Just a few of your holiday highlights 17 UNESCO World Heritage sites. We enjoy a walking tour of the Gion district, then indulge in a Japanese dinner in Ponto-ch Alley, a lantern-lit street. Days 10-11Kyoto & NaraWe discover Kyoto on a full-day guided tour. After starting with a traditional teaTour Code: JAG| per person based on 2 ceremony, we continue to Kinkakuji Temple, a Zen Buddhist temple set besidesharing. Deposit from 850 per person. a lake which reflects its golden faade. We also visit the interesting RailwaySupplement for solo travellers from 1295.Museum, and the Kiyomizu Temple, a Buddhist temple and UNESCO WorldPlease note the itinerary for 2023 departures may differ, please call for more details.Heritage site, set in the hills above the city. On Day 11, we visit Nara - briefly the capital of Japan - where we enjoy a walking tour, visiting the beautiful Todai-ji Temple, a Sake brewery, and Naras serene Deer Park. The animals here roam freely and are so used to humans, theyll even bow in greeting. To book and for information go toDays 12 -14Osaka and LondonWe head to Osaka for the night, visiting Sagano Bamboo Path before arrivinggreatrail.com/JAG in the futuristic port city. We learn more about Osaka on a guided tour thator call 01904 527168includes the Floating Garden Observatory. We continue to Dotonbori, the beating heart of Osaka and recognisable by its bright neon lights.& speak to our On Day 13, we transfer to the airport for our flight to London, arriving on UK team.Day 14.97"