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JAPAN ROMANCE  - 11 days / 10 nights  (JPR)

Tokyo / Nikko / Takayama / Gero / Kyoto

Daily Departure

Experience the true essence of Japan like no other with this romantic, awe-inspiring Journey that will leave you memories of a lifetime. This program features both the "must-sees" and the "hidden gems" of Japan with a tasteful mix of Western & Traditional Japanese accommodations, including an alluring experience at one of Japan finest Onsen Resorts. Our "unescorted concept" gives you the freedom to explore Japan Your Way while the guided portions of itinerary ensure you experience Japan to its absolute fullest. Interested? Read on...

Your introduction to Japan begins by touching down at the world's most modern city - Tokyo. Its contrasts between the old and the new, the traditional and modern make Tokyo an exciting place for travelers to visit the world over. Here, you will enjoy a day of private guide service to explore Tokyo city, prepare a Japanese lunch, and plan your very own Japan Experience. Visit Nikko, a sacred, World Heritage Site forever known for its architectural and decorative masterpieces as well as its history of Takugawa Shoguns.

After a few days of excitement in Tokyo, proceed to one of Japan's most romantic region, Gifu, known for its traditional culture and natural beauty. Here, you will enjoy the tranquil atmosphere of Takayama, a castle town of old wooden houses standing side by side. Its lineal beauty, highlighted by projecting lattice and eaves of uniform height, instantly captivates the visitor.  Next, Gero, affectionately known by locals as one of the most beautiful Onsen destinations, where you will be treated like royalty the at blissful Suimekan, one of Japan's most exclusive Ryokans. Here, you will simply kick back, relax, and enjoy the plentiful spa facilities the Suimeikan has to offer.

Last but not least, your journey continues to the ancient capital of Kyoto, where you'll enjoy a leisurely bicycle ride through the back streets of Kyoto to fully soak up this UNESCO World Heritage Site's unsurpassed charm, fascinating Japanese culture - both modern and tradition, and inspiring temples and shrines ever so abundant in this little ancient city.  

Experience Japan that goes beyond the imagination -- Your way.

TOUR INCLUDES:

• 10 nights deluxe hotel accommodations per itinerary

• Sightseeing in Tokyo & Kyoto with services of English-speaking guide per itinerary 

• Seven (7) Day Japan Rail Pass (Tourist Class)

• Separate baggage transfer between Tokyo & Kyoto

• Airport transfers upon arrival and departure

TOKYO (4 nights)

• 4 nights at Cerulean Tower Hotel

• Hotel Breakfasts Daily

• 1 Lunch

• Full day private walking tour of Tokyo via use of public transportation

• Japanese Culinary Lesson

• Full-day excursion to Nikko (join-basis), UNESCO World Heritage Site (1999)

• Airport arrival transfers by private taxi

TAKAYAMA (2 nights)

• 2 nights at Hotel Associa Takayama

• Hotel Breakfasts Daily

GERO (1 night)

• 1 night at Sumeikan Ryokan

• 1 Traditional Japanese Dinner

• 1 Japanese Breakfast

KYOTO (3 nights)

• 3 nights at Hyatt Regency Kyoto

• Hotel Breakfasts Daily

• Full day private tour of  Kyoto by bicycle

• Departure transfers to airport in Osaka (Itami or Kansai) by join shuttle shuttle van

Gifu, Takayama

Free Roaming Deer, Nara Park

Zojoji Temple, Tokyo