Treasures of Japan
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- Full day city tours of Tokyo and Kyoto
- Sushi making experience - learn how to make some of Japan's tastiest dishes
- Visit Hakone, home to the magnificent Mount Fuji
- Discover the beautifully preserved buildings in the mountain town of Takayama
- Wander around the famous Kenroku-en gardens in Kanazawa
- Enjoy a traditional geisha performance in the country's ancient capital, Kyoto
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- Fully Escorted Tour with local English Speaking Guides throughout
- Scheduled Flights from the UK.
- All internal travel including air-conditioned/heated transportation.
- Accommodation, meals as specified and entry fees to all sights.
- All airport taxes and security charges.
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Depart London on your scheduled direct flight to Tokyo's Haneda Airport.
On arrival in Tokyo you will be met by a local guide and transferred to your centrally located hotel to enjoy the rest of the day at leisure to relax and settle in.
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After a morning of leisure you will board the gleaming bullet train to travel back to Japan's capital. With comfortable, spacious seating and reaching speeds of over 180 miles per hour, gliding across the country on the effortless 'Shinkansen' is an experience in itself. On arrival in Tokyo enjoy the evening at leisure.
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This morning transfer to the airport for your flight back to the UK.
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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.
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- Breakfast will always be served at your accommodation each morning during the tour.
- Lunch and Dinner, where included, will be served in local restaurants or at your accommodation.
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