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8 DAYS CLASSIC TOKYO, KYOTO & MT. FUJI

Kyoto, Hakone & Tokyo

Family Travel, History & Culture

Highlights

  • Authentic ryokan overnight in Mount Fuji’s Hakone area
  • Romantic Train ride with Hozugawa river rafting at the rural Arashiyama
  • Traditional dinner with maiko performance in the geisha district of Gion
  • Experience Japanese culture first-hand with workshop selections such as sushi-making, ninja training, taiko drumming, Japanese calligraphy or more

Uncover the three legendary icons of Japan.

Start from Kyoto, the seat of the royal family for over 1,000 years with its lovely gardens, temples, castles and shrines. Spend a night in the unmistakable snow-capped Mount Fuji while you are accommodated on a traditional ryokan to immerse deeper into Japanese living.

Finally, we spend some time uncovering the many faces of the Tokyo metropolis. Discover its ancient temples alongside modern digital arts, and you can also opt to be a ninja, a taiko drummer, a Japanese calligrapher or a karate practitioner for one afternoon!

From

SGD 6,680 Per Person

8 Days 7 Nights
Suitable for Family

DETAILED ITINERARY

Day 01 Arrival in Kyoto

Kyoto
Nil

After airport transfer to your hotel, enjoy an afternoon Kyoto orientation tour. Walk through Ginkakuji (Silver Pavilion), the meditative canal pathway of Philosopher’s Walk, Heian Shrine and Nijo Castle which served as the seat of Japanese medieval power for several centuries.

Day 02 Kyoto

Kyoto
Breakfast & Dinner included

Explore historical Western Kyoto, including the Arashiyama bamboo grove, Romantic Train to Kameoka station, followed by Hozugawa River rafting (2h). This afternoon, you have two options to choose from:

Option 1: Kiyomizu Temple & Pottery Street with its old houses

Option 2: Fushimi Inari Taisha’s 10,000 tori gates & Gekkeikan Sake Brewery

This evening, we will visit the Gion district known as home to many geisha houses for a traditional dinner with performance of maiko (geisha’s apprentice).

Day 03 Kyoto

Kyoto
Breakfast included

Choose from the following two options for the day:

Option 1: Ancient Nara is Japan’s oldest capital. Let us show you the Deer Park, Todaiji (Great Eastern Temple) with its 15m Great buddha image, a 30m walk to Kasuga Grand Shrine with its bronze stone lanterns, Edo-era Naramachi old town and the ancient Gangoji Temple (UNESCO).

Option 2: Hidden Eastern Kyoto is suitable for discerning travellers. Let us show you the 400-year-old Hikone Castle, Genkyuen Landscape Garden, then drive 1.5h towards Otsu for Lake Biwa cruise and conclude at the Miidera temple complex (one of Japan’s 4 largest temples).

Day 04 Kyoto / Hakone

Hakone
Breakfast included

Embark on train transfer to your hotel in Gora. We will explore the Hakone area from air and water, using Togendai ropeway and Lake Ashi cruise. Let the crisp air refresh you while the idyllic Mount Fuji keeps you company.

Day 05 Hakone / Tokyo

Tokyo
Breakfast included

Today is free at leisure for you to enjoy your traditional ryokan facilities. If you would like to explore your surroundings at leisure, you can check out Hakone Open-Air Museum or Venetian Glass Museum if you are into arts. Else, check out Oojigoku with its gurgling volcanic activity. Finally, you will be transferred late afternoon by train to Tokyo.

Day 06 Tokyo

Tokyo
Breakfast included

Enjoy Tokyo orientation tour starting with Asakusa area to visit Sensoji Temple with its iconic red lantern and Meiji Shrine which is built to deify the spirits of Emperor Meiji and his consort Empress Shoken.

This afternoon, spend some time exploring the Imperial Palace Gardens crafted from part of the original castle compound.

Day 07 Tokyo

Tokyo
Breakfast included

Start the morning at teamLab Borderless, a digital art museum which transcends modernity, before enjoying one of the below afternoon activities:

  • Street kart through Tokyo Bay (2.5-3h)
  • Ninja training (e.g. shuriken or ninja star throwing)
  • Taiko drumming
  • Karate lesson (closed on Tue)
  • Tea ceremony class
  • Sumo Stable
  • Japanese calligraphy (Shodo) class
  • Sushi-making class

Day 08 Departure from Tokyo

Nil
Breakfast included

Truly a cosmopolitan masterpiece, you may spend the final day at leisure to explore the city further in-depth or to do some shopping before we transfer you to Narita or Haneda airport for your flight home.

Hotels & Tour Price

Category 1

Indicative Cost Per Person (SGD)

Minimum 2 Pax S$7,990
Minimum 4 Pax S$6,680
Single Supplement S$1,680

The General Kyoto Takatsuji Fuvacho Hotel • Kajikaso in Hakone • Hyatt Centric Ginza in Tokyo

Kyoto

Kyoto

The General Kyoto Takatsuji Fuyacho (Superior Room)

Embracing equal parts Japanese tradition and modernity with interior design courtesy of Shigeru Uchida, this SLH is conveniently located within walking distance to Nishiki Market.

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Hakone

Hakone

Kajikaso (Japanese-Style Room)

Great value, air-conditioned ryokan with views of the mountains, rivers or city.

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Tokyo

Tokyo

Hyatt Centric Ginza Tokyo (Standard)

An upscale international standard hotel just steps away from Tokyo’s most vibrant shopping district.

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Category 2

Indicative Cost Per Person (SGD)

Minimum 2 Pax S$10,980
Minimum 4 Pax S$9,680
Single Supplement S$4,150

Four Seasons Hotel in Kyoto • Gora Hanaougi in Hakone • The Peninsula Tokyo

Kyoto

Kyoto

Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto (Premier Room)

An intimate contemporary hideaway in Kyoto’s temple district, hidden by slender bamboo stems.

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Hakone

Hakone

Gora Hanaougi (Japanese-Style Room)

Upscale Japanese-styled ryokan preserving its elegant tradition with a stroke of modernity. All rooms come with a private open-air bath with mountain and forest view.

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Tokyo

Tokyo

The Peninsula Tokyo (Deluxe Room)

Located just opposite of the Imperial Palace and Hibiya Park, enjoy the legendary Peninsula hospitality with commanding view of the Tokyo skyline.

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Category 3

Indicative Cost Per Person (SGD)

Minimum 2 Pax S$14,980
Minimum 4 Pax S$12,990
Single Supplement S$7,330

Aman Kyoto • Gora Kadan in Hakone • Aman Tokyo

Kyoto

Kyoto

Aman Kyoto (Susuki)

Set on a private garden surrounded by over 80 acres of tranquil forest, this urban hideaway is a contemporary reimagining of traditional ryokan.

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Hakone

Hakone

Gora Kadan (Japanese-Style Room)

Serving as former summer villa of an Imperial Family member, this traditional ryokan offers hot spring waters and authentic kaiseki cuisine with seasonal ingredients.

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Tokyo

Tokyo

Aman Tokyo (Deluxe Palace Garden View)

A serene urban sanctuary with dramatic zen garden, Tokyo’s largest spa inclusive of 30-metre swimming pool stretching across the skyscape, as well as commanding views of the Imperial Gardens, Mount Fuji and Shinjuku landmarks.

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COST INCLUDES:

  • Accommodation on twin sharing basis
  • Meals as stated
  • All transportation & transfer on an air-conditioned vehicle
  • Local English-speaking expert guide
  • All entrance fees in sights stated

COST EXCLUDES:

  • International Airfare
  • Beverages where meals are included
  • Gratuities
  • Personal expenses e.g. telephone bill & laundry
  • Visa
  • Travel insurance

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