Day 1 – Beijing
Today, your Beijing guide will meet you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel. The rest of the day is yours to relax.
Day 2 – Beijing.
Firstly, head to the impressive Tiananmen Square and the 700 years old capital Forbidden City since 1420. Afterwards, explore the Temple of Heaven. In the afternoon, visit the Silk Museum and enjoy amazing Chinese tea ceremony.
Day 3 – Beijing
This morning, you will visit the Great Wall, China’s most popular attraction. Lunch will be served at the Jade gallery , then experience the Summer Palace in the afternoon. Later on take evening flight to Shanghai in the evening time.
Day 4 – Shanghai
In the morning, you will experience Shanghai Yuyuan Garden, Pearl Museum and the Bund. Then, proceed to Shanghai Museum in the afternoon.
Day 5 – Departure from Shanghai
The morning is free for you to explore Shanghai and your driver will transfer you to the airport and fly to Tokyo in the afternoon.
Day 6 – Tokyo
Start the morning with a walk through history and the story of the Meiji Jingu Shrine, followed by the atmosphere of old Tokyo in Asakusa. In the afternoon, discover new horizons at the Edo-era Hamarikyu Garden, set amidst avant-garde skyscrapers.
Day 7 – Fuji Lake Exploring
The morning begins with boarding a cruise boat and sailing around Lake Kawaguchi before entering Asama Shrine, which is located in a beautiful cedar grove beneath Mount Fuji.
The Fuji Five Lakes area is picturesque with different styles of ponds, each with its own story. Visitors can relax and experience, stroll and take photos around the ponds.
Day 8 – Amazing Culture With Exploring Hanami
Experience the famous fish market, Tsukiji Market, in the morning and witness the daily life of the locals while experiencing the art of sushi making in a beautiful local setting and exploring the organic and flexible fusion of tradition and modernity.
Take a boat trip on the Sumida River to experience the scent of cherry blossoms and enjoy the beautiful scenery of cherry blossoms along the river.
Day 9 – Reaching Kyoto From Tokyo Via Nozomi Train
The professional guide will board the high speed train to Kyoto with you in the morning and accompany you throughout the journey. This will ensure you have a safe and worry-free travelling experience, and upon arrival in Kyoto enjoy the afternoon free time.
Day 10 – Kyoto Day Tour
In the morning visit one of Kyoto’s most famous temples and head to Nijo Castle – a 500-year-old two-ringed castle built by the Edo Shogunate as his residence in Kyoto and surrounded by stunning gardens.
Then explore the Nishiki Market walk, a narrow shopping street five blocks long with more than 100 shops and restaurants along the street. Afterwards, visit Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Kyoto’s famous and inspiring landmark, with the option of experiencing the wonderful traditional songs and dances at the Geisha Tea House (ochaya).
Day 11 – Impressive Kyoto Culture excursion
Today experience in depth the Fushimi Inari Shrine from the film Memoirs of a Geisha. Learn about the traditional brewing process and then sample different types of sake.
Meanwhile, enjoy yourself on the Philosopher’s Path and watch the cherry trees bloom while walking around Ginkaku-ji Temple and Nanzen-ji Temple.
Day 12 – Private Transfer to Osaka
Our private driver and guide will transfer you to your hotel in Osaka. After a week of travelling, the afternoon is yours to explore the smaller sights near your hotel.
Day 13 – Osaka Culture Excursion
The morning continues with a visit to the historic and permanent Osaka Castle to learn about the city’s history while experiencing the bustling Dotonbori area to sample famous snacks such as takoyaki (octopus dumplings).
In the afternoon, enjoy an artistic journey through the Kamigata Ukiyoe Museum while viewing the famous 17th century Japanese prints. Next, enjoy an unforgettable panoramic view of Osaka City from the Floating Garden Observatory.
Day 14 – Departure from Osaka
Our private driver will transfer you to Osaka Kansai Airport or to a designated train station or airport at your request, and the tour ends.
