Day 1:
Arrival: Narita Airport or Haneda Airport - Tokyo
Arrive at Narita Airport or Haneda Airport.
An English-speaking tour conductor will meet customers at the airport, and assist them in boarding the taxi to their hotel in Tokyo.
Free time after arrival.
Day 2:
Tokyo
07:25~08:25
There is a taxi drop-off service from the hotel in Tokyo to the tour departure location.
08:50~09:00
Depart from Tokyo Station Marunouchi South Exit Hato Bus Boarding Area
Please be at the meeting location at least 10 minutes before departure. There will be a stop at the Shinjuku Station Boarding Area. (Meet at 8:50, Dep. at 9:00) *Please check [Important Notes/Supplements: About Day 2 Itinerary (Tokyo Half-day Tour)].
Imperial Palace Plaza (Stroll)
(40min)
Admire the view at this National Garden that was formerly a private garden of the Royal Family. Enjoy the view of Nijubashi Bridge, which is said to be the face of the Imperial Palace, as well as the view of the Imperial Palace itself.
National Diet Building (Drive-by
This is the center of the Japanese Government. Don't let the impressive Western-style architecture fool you- -this building is constructed almost entirely out of pure Japanese materials.
Tokyo Tower Main Deck (View)
(40min)
Senso-ji Temple & Nakamise Shopping Street
(60min)
Tokyo Tower, the symbol of Tokyo, offers a great 360-degree panoramic view from its main observatory. *Please check [Important Notes/Supplements: About Day 2 Itinerary (Tokyo Half-day Tour)].
Senso-ji Temple & Nakamise Shopping Street (Free Time for Sightseeing)
(60min)
Senso-ji, Tokyo's oldest temple, offers plenty to see including the bright red Kaminarimon Gate, a statue of the god of thunder, and a five-story pagoda. The bustling street known as "Nakamise" stretches for about 250 m from Kaminarimon Gate to Senso-ji Temple and is filled with a plethora of shops.
Kabukiza (Drive-by)
A classic Japanese-style theater where traditional Kabuki performances are held.
13:00
Tokyo Station Marunouchi South Entrance
Disembark near Tokyo Station Marunouchi South Entrance, tour ends. Stay at hotel in Tokyo. *Please head to your next destination on your own from Tokyo. The National Government Licensed English Guide Interpreter will inform customers how to return afterwards.
Day 3:
Tokyo - Nikko - Tokyo
08:15-8:45
There is a taxi drop-off service from the hotel in Tokyo to Tobu Asakusa Station or Shinjuku Station.
09:30-11:30
Proceed to Nikko by train from Tobu Asakusa Station or Shinjuku Station to Tobu Nikko Station
11:30-11:40
Meet at Tobu Nikko Station.
Please be at the meet-up by 11:40. From here, take the route bus to the stop nearest to Kanmangafuchi Abyss.
*Customers who are late for the departure time will have their reservations canceled. Please give yourself plenty of time. Joining the tour partway through after the tour has departed is not allowed.
Kanmangafuchi Abyss
(40min)
Kanmangafuchi Abyss is a small gorge formed by an eruption of Mt. Nantai. There is a row of approximately 70 stone statues of Jizo (a Bodhisattva who is the protector of children) along the river, and legend says they mysteriously change in number each time they are counted. A botanical garden lies on the opposite side of the Jizo statues, where visitors can enjoy the scenery of the season.
*Please check [Important Notes/Supplements: What to Wear/Bring] in the Remarks field.
Lunch
(50min)
Enjoy a Japanese-style lunch.
*Please check [Important Notes/Supplements: Regarding Meals] in the Remarks field.
Nikko Toshogu Shrine
(80min)
A registered UNESCO World Heritage Site, this sacred place with over 400 years of history is where Ieyasu Tokugawa, the founder of the Tokugawa Shogunate, is enshrined. Enjoy seeing the traditional beauty of the main hall, as well as the sleeping cat and 3 monkey carvings.
16:30
After heading to Tobu Nikko Station by route bus, the tour ends.
16:39-18:35
Transfer back to Tokyo from Tobu Nikko Station to Shinjuku Station or Tobu Asakusa Station.
Arrive at Shinjuku Station or Tobu Asakusa Station.
Please make your own way to the hotel accommodation in Tokyo from Shinjuku Station or Tobu Asakusa Station.
Stay at Hotel in Tokyo.
Day 4:
Tokyo - Mt.Fuji - Hakone
08:15~08:25
Please be at the meeting location at least 10 minutes before departure.
Meeting location : JTB Sunrise Tours Sales Office on the 3rd Floor of Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo's Main Tower in Shinjuku
Meet at 8:15, Dep. at 8:25
Mt. Fuji 5th Station
(30min)
The bus will head up to the 5th Station along the Subaru Line.
The 5th Station is situated at 2,300 meters (7,546 feet) above sea level. At this height, you will be amazed at spectacular, breathtaking views from above the clouds.
*Please check the [Important Notes/Supplements: About Day 4 Itinerary (Mt. Fuji & Hakone Tour)].
Enjoy Japanese-style cuisine for lunch.
(50min)
*Please make sure to refer to [Important Notes/Supplements: Regarding Meals].
Lake Ashi Cruise
(15min)
At Lake Ashi in Hakone, customers can ride a cruise ship. Spend a relaxing time while gazing at the beautiful lake and Mt. Fuji.
*The tour may be guided to an alternative destination if the Lake Ashi cruise operation is suspended, or depending on road conditions, congestion, etc. *Please check the [Important Notes/Supplements: About Day 4 Itinerary (Mt. Fuji & Hakone Tour)].
Hakone Komagatake Ropeway
(50min)
Take a 7-minute ropeway ride to the peak of Mt. Komagatake. A total of 50 minutes will be spent here, including time to walk around at the peak. Take a cableway ride up to the spiritual Hakone Shrine Mototsumiya (original shrine) that nestles at the mountaintop. Enjoy the scenery of Lake Ashi spread out below. *The tour may be guided to an alternative destination if the Komagatake Ropeway operation is suspended, or depending on road conditions, congestion, etc. *Please check the [Important Notes/Supplements: About Day 4 Itinerary (Mt. Fuji & Hakone Tour)].
Hakone-en
Customers that descend Mt. Komagatake early can stop by the souvenir corner at the foot of the mountain. *Depending on time management, and if the order of tour destinations was changed, there may not be time to purchase souvenirs.
17:00~18:00
Go to the hotel in Hakone area on foot, via bus, or via taxi.
Stay at hotel in Hakone Area.
Day 5:
Hakone - Odawara - Kyoto - Nara - Kyoto
07:50~09:30
Depart from Hotel in Hakone and go to Odawara Station by taxi or bus.
From Odawara Station to Shin-Yokohama Station, take a non-reserved Kodama or Hikari Shinkansen. Note that seating is not guaranteed if the train is crowded.
(15min)
From Shin-Yokohama Station to Kyoto Station, take a Nozomi Shinkansen to Kyoto.
(120min)
After arriving Kyoto, enjoy lunch (western-style menu) at a hotel.
13:20
Walk to Sunrise Tours Desk in Avanti.
13:30
The tour bus departs at Avanti's Sunrise Tours Desk (across from Kyoto Station Hachijo Exit).
Todai-ji Temple (Great Buddha) Nara Park
(70min)
A World Heritage site. This is the symbol of the Nara Period and one of the world's largest wooden structures. Its huge main hall and bronze Great Buddha are impressive to behold.
Kasuga Taisha Shrine
(50min)
This Nara Period shrine is designated as a World Heritage Site. The deer of Nara Park are thought to be the shrine messengers. *Please check the [Important Notes/Supplements: About Day 5 Itinerary (Nara Afternoon Tour)].
18:30~19:30
Tour ends at Kyoto Station.
Customers are to make their own way from Kyoto Station to the hotel. (5 min on foot
Stay at hotel in Kyoto City
Day 6:
Kyoto
07:50~08:30
There is a taxi drop-off service from the hotel in Kyoto to the tour departure location.
*Customers at some hotels are to transfer on foot.
08:30
The tour bus departs at Avanti's Sunrise Tours Desk (across from Kyoto Station Hachijo Exit)
*Please refer to [Day 5 & 6 Bus/Hired Car Company].
Nijo Castle
(50min)
A World Heritage site. Tour the historical castle completed in 1626, which was built to provide lodging for the Tokugawa Shogun and as a palladium for Kyoto Imperial Palace. The impressive, elaborate carvings and decors in the Ninomaru Palace are a mustsee. *Please check the [Important Notes/Supplements: About Day 6 Itinerary (1-Day Kyoto Tour)].
Kinkaku-ji Temple
(45min)
A World Heritage site. The wooden architecture is covered in thin layers of pure gold and is surrounded by a beautiful pond.
[Regular]
Kyoto Imperial Palace
(40min)
See the Kyoto Imperial Palace, which was used as the Emperor's residence until about 150 years ago. *Please check the [Important Notes/Supplements: About Day 6 Itinerary (1-Day Kyoto Tour)].
[Kyoto Imperial Palace Closed Days]
Kitano Tenmangu Shrine
Kitano Tenmangu Shrine is the substitute for Kyoto Imperial Palace on days it is closed to visitors. It is famous for housing the God of scholarship. This shrine's main hall is a designated national treasure. The shrine is especially great to see during the plum blossom and autumn leaf seasons. *Please check the [Important Notes/Supplements: About Day 6 Itinerary (1-Day Kyoto Tour)].
Participants will be provided a set menu meal for lunch.
(60min)
*Please refer to [Important Notes/Supplements: Regarding Meals].
Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine
(30min)
Fushimi Inari Taisha is the head shrine of some 40,000 inari-jinja shrines located all over Japan. The bright red Senbon Torii gates are a must-see attraction.
Sanjusangen-do Temple
(30min)
Visit the world's longest wooden structure, housing 1,001 life-size statues of Buddhist Kannon deities dating back to the 13th century.
Kiyomizu-dera Temple
(70min)
The view of Kyoto from the World Heritage Site of Kiyomizu-dera is superb. The historic shopping lane that leads to the temple adds to a wonderful experience.
17:30~18:30
Tour ends at Kyoto Station.
Customers are to make their own way from Kyoto Station to the hotel. (5 min on foot)
Day 7:
Kyoto - Hiroshima/Miyajima - Kyoto
07:15~07:30
There is a taxi drop-off service from the hotel in Kyoto to the tour departure location. *Customers at some hotels are to transfer on foot.
07:40
Depart from the Sunrise Tours Desk inside Avanti (across from Kyoto Station Hachijo Exit)
Walk to Kyoto Station.
*An assistant will guide participants to the Kyoto Station Shinkansen platform, but will not board the Shinkansen.
Depart from Kyoto Station by Shinkansen (Nozomi, reserved seat).
(100min)
After arriving at Hiroshima Station, walk to Hotel Granvia Hiroshima.
10:20
The tour bus departs from Hotel Granvia Hiroshima.
Go to Miyajimaguchi by bus.
Then, take ferry from Miyajimaguchi to Miyajima port.
(10min)
Itsukushima Shrine in Miyajma
(120min)
A World Heritage site. Established in the 6th century, this shrine is one of Japan's finest, and is famous for its beautiful Shindenzukuri style structure (architecture representative of a nobles' residence in the Heian period). The contrast of the green of Mount Misen behind the lacquered shrine pavilion and the blue of the Seto Sea is beautiful and evocative of the underwater palace of Ryugujo.
*Take a lunch in Miyajima yon your own.
*Please refer to [About Day 7 Itinerary (1-Day Hiroshima & Miyajima Tour)].
Take ferry from Miyajima Port to Miyajimaguchi.
Take the bus to Peace Memorial Park *Please refer to [Day 7 Bus Company].
Peace Memorial Park & Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum
(100min)
This large-scale park was established in 1949 after the Pacific War ended, and is visited by countless visitors as a symbol of peace. The museum within the park is an Important Cultural Property of Japan, and was built to remind future generations of the terror wrought by atomic bombs.
Atomic Bomb Dome
The Atomic Bomb Dome is a symbol of the disastrous atomic bombing during WWII, the first atomic bombs used in human history, and has been preserved as it was to promote peace and elimination of atomic weapons around the world.
18:00~18:30
Arrive at Hiroshima Station.
From Hiroshima Station to Kyoto Station (Nozomi Shinkansen, reserved seating) There is no accompanying National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter while on board the Shinkansen.
20:46~21:01
Arrive at Kyoto Station.
No drop-off service to hotels will be provided. Please head to your next destination on your own from Kyoto Station.
Stay at hotel in Kyoto city
Day 8:
Kyoto - Tokyo
Free time from checkout until departure.
17:25~18:10
An English-speaking assistant will meet participants at the hotel at departure time for shuttle service to the station.
*Customers at some hotels are to transfer on foot.
17:45-19:00
Depart from Kyoto Station to Tokyo Station by Shinkansen train.
An assistant will guide participants to the station platform, but will not board the Shinkansen.
21:00-22:00
Arrive at Tokyo Station.
An English-speaking tour conductor will meet participants at Tokyo Station. A drop-off service by taxi to accommodations within the city area is available. Please note that the tour conductor will not accompany the tour to hotels.
Stay at hotel in Tokyo
Day 9:
Tokyo - Narita or Haneda Airport
After checking out, customers are free to go where they wish until departure.
The taxi driver will meet customers at the hotel in Tokyo and drop them off at the airport in time for their flight. The meeting time can be checked at the Day 8 Tokyo hotel.
Arrive at Narita Airport or Haneda Airport.
Departure Date
【2024】Jan.7-Dec.15: Jan.7, 12, 14, 19, 26, 28, Feb.2, 4, 11, 16, 18, 23, 25, Mar.3, 8,10, 15, 22, 24, 29, 31, Apr.5, 7, 12, 14, May.17, 19, 24, 26, 31, Jun.2, 7, 9, 14, 16, 21, 23, 28, 30, Jul.5, 14, 19, 21, 26, Aug.16, 18, 23, 25, 30, Sep.1, 6, 22, 27, 29, Oct.4, 13, 18, 20, 25, Nov.3, 8, 10, 15, 17, 22, 24, 29, Dec.1, 6, 8, 13 & 15
Inclusion
Accommodation charges; Breakfast; Day 3, 4, 5 & 6 Lunch; National Government Licensed English Guide Interpreter; Other admission
fees and transportation costs included in the tour; Miyajima visitor tax
Minimum Participants Required
1 person
Required When Making Reservations
Arrival and departure flight information.
Accommodations
Tokyo : Grand Prince hotel Shin Takanawa
Hakone : Yumoto Fujiya Hotel
Kyoto : Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
*Hotel upgrade plan is available at additional fees