Highlights of Japan
16 days from £4970 per person

Japan is a country with an amazing blend of the modern and the traditional where futuristic cities, smoking volcanoes and snow-capped mountains stand alongside manicured gardens and ancient temples. This predominately self-guided itinerary begins in the nation’s capital Tokyo before visiting Hakone and Mt Fuji. Leaving Hakone travel by train high into the Japanese Alps to beautiful Takayama before heading to the coastal city of Kanazawa. After two days in Hiroshima, including a visit to Miyajima Island, end your journey in spectacular Kyoto, Japan’s former Imperial capital.
Route: Tokyo – Hakone – Takayama – Kanazawa – Hiroshima – Kyoto – Tokyo
Itinerary Highlights
Admire the mesmerising views of the Japanese Alps as you travel between Hakone and Takayama, one of the most scenic train journeys in Japan.
Every spring and autumn there are festivals in Takayama with ornate gilded floats. The historic buildings of the old town and superb backdrop of snowy mountains enhance these events.
The largest city in the Chugoku region, Hiroshima was the first city to be targeted by a nuclear weapon. The new city includes a thought-provoking Peace Park Memorial.
Itinerary: Highlights of Japan
Accommodation in Tokyo: The Park Hotel (or similar)
Accommodation in Tokyo: The Park Hotel (or similar)
Accommodation in Tokyo: The Park Hotel (or similar)
Accommodation in Hakone: Yugiriso Ryokan (or similar)
Accommodation in Takayama: Honjin Hiranoya Bekkan (or similar)
Accommodation in Takayama: Honjin Hiranoya Bekkan (or similar)
Accommodation in Kanazawa: Kanazawa Tokyu Hotel (or similar)
Accommodation in Kanazawa: Kanazawa Tokyu Hotel (or similar)
Accommodation in Hiroshima: Sheraton Hotel (or similar)
Accommodation in Hiroshima: Sheraton Hotel (or similar)
Accommodation in Kyoto: Granvia Hotel (or similar)
Accommodation in Kyoto: Granvia Hotel (or similar)
Accommodation in Kyoto: Granvia Hotel (or similar)
Accommodation in Tokyo: The Park Hotel (or similar)
What's included
- International flights from the UK
- Train travel as specified
- Hotel accommodation and taxes
What's not included
- Cost of visas
- Travel Insurance
- Expenses of a personal nature
Guide to Price
The above price is based on two people travelling together and sharing accommodation in low season. The price is only a guide and can vary according to selected airlines, hotels and date of travel. If you wish to travel with your family, friends or on your own we will be very happy to assist you with your arrangements.