8 Day Essential Japan

Half Day Kamakura Tour Today, travel to the historic city of Kamakura, home to Shinto shrines and Buddhist temples. The city was once the capital of Japan, that was established in 1192 by the Minamoto clan. Begin your tour with a visit to the Hokokuji Temple, located in the hills of eastern Kamakura, known for its beautiful bamboo grove found behind the main hall. A short walk leads you to Jomyoji Temple, ranked fifth among the five great Zen temples of Kamakura. Continue to Kotoku-in Temple, housing the famous 43 foot high Great Buddha bronze statue, one of the most iconic landmarks in Japan. Learn about its history and significance dating back to 1292. Afterward, spend free time to explore before returning to Tokyo. Approximate tour duration is 6 hours. OnDay : 3 Price : $129 Tokyo City Tour Embark on a tour of Tokyo that begins with a visit to the hectic Tsukiji Fish Market, one of the famous fish and seafood markets in Japan. Afterward, travel to the imposing Asakusa Kannon Temple (Sensoji) enshrining a golden image of Kannon, the Buddhist Goddess of Mercy; its entrance is dominated by a massive paper lantern dramatically painted in vivid red and black colors. Walk along Nakamise, a centuries-old shopping area, where you can find everything from souvenirs to genuine Edo-style crafts. Afterward, on to the Imperial Palace, a huge parkland with magnificent gardens, the residence of Japan's Imperial family. View the famous stone arched Nijubashi bridge, that leads to the main entrance to the imperial palace. This was the former site of Edo Castle and is now the main residence of the Emperor of Japan. Please note that on national holidays, some of the stores in the Tsukiji Fish Market may not be open. Pick up details to be advised locally. Drop-off at the hotel. Approximate tour duration is 7 hours. OnDay : 4 Price : $73 Kyoto City Tour Begin with a visit to the celebrated gold-gilded Kinkakuji Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, known as the "Golden Pavilion" surrounded by trees and nestled on a reflective pond. The temple was constructed in the 14th century by the Ashikaga clan. Next, take a walk in Gion, Kyoto's most famous Geisha district; view the shops, restaurants and tea houses where Geisha entertain. Conclude the tour in Kawaramachi, the city's bustling center that is loaded with shops, restaurants, bars and clubs. Pick up details to be advised locally. Drop-off at the hotel. Approximate tour duration is 5 hours. OnDay : 6 Price : $70 Kyoto & Nara Tour This morning, visit the Fushimi Inari Shrine located at the base of Inari mountain, that is famous for its thousands of vermilion colored torii gates. Afterward, travel via the Nara Keinawa expressway to the 8th century Imperial capital of Nara, repository of Japan's cultural heritage, with eight UNESCO World Heritage Sites and a wealth of historic treasures. Arrive at the exquisite Todai-ji Temple, one of the world’s largest wooden structures and home of the impressive Great Buddha bronze statue, rising over 50 feet high. You then continue to Nara Park to see the over 1,000 tame deer roaming freely in the peaceful park. The tour concludes with a visit to the famous and beautiful Kasuga Taisha Shrine, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, displaying over 3,000 stone and bronze lanterns. Pick up details to be advised locally. Drop-off at the hotel. Approximate tour duration is 6 hours. OnDay : 7 Price : $91 Half Day Kamakura Tour Today, travel to the historic city of Kamakura, home to Shinto shrines and Buddhist temples. The city was once the capital of Japan, that was established in 1192 by the Minamoto clan. Begin your tour with a visit to the Hokokuji Temple, located in the hills of eastern Kamakura, known for its beautiful bamboo grove found behind the main hall. A short walk leads you to Jomyoji Temple, ranked fifth among the five great Zen temples of Kamakura. Continue to Kotoku-in Temple, housing the famous 43 foot high Great Buddha bronze statue, one of the most iconic landmarks in Japan. Learn about its history and significance dating back to 1292. Afterward, spend free time to explore before returning to Tokyo. Approximate tour duration is 6 hours. OnDay : 4 Price : $129 Tokyo City Tour Embark on a tour of Tokyo that begins with a visit to the hectic Tsukiji Fish Market, one of the famous fish and seafood markets in Japan. Afterward, travel to the imposing Asakusa Kannon Temple (Sensoji) enshrining a golden image of Kannon, the Buddhist Goddess of Mercy; its entrance is dominated by a massive paper lantern dramatically painted in vivid red and black colors. Walk along Nakamise, a centuries-old shopping area, where you can find everything from souvenirs to genuine Edo-style crafts. Afterward, on to the Imperial Palace, a huge parkland with magnificent gardens, the residence of Japan's Imperial family. View the famous stone arched Nijubashi bridge, that leads to the main entrance to the imperial palace. This was the former site of Edo Castle and is now the main residence of the Emperor of Japan. Please note that on national holidays, some of the stores in the Tsukiji Fish Market may not be open. Pick up details to be advised locally. Drop-off at the hotel. Approximate tour duration is 7 hours. OnDay : 3 Price : $73 Kyoto City Tour Begin with a visit to the celebrated gold-gilded Kinkakuji Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, known as the "Golden Pavilion" surrounded by trees and nestled on a reflective pond. The temple was constructed in the 14th century by the Ashikaga clan. Next, take a walk in Gion, Kyoto's most famous Geisha district; view the shops, restaurants and tea houses where Geisha entertain. Conclude the tour in Kawaramachi, the city's bustling center that is loaded with shops, restaurants, bars and clubs. Pick up details to be advised locally. Drop-off at the hotel. Approximate tour duration is 5 hours. OnDay : 6 Price : $70 Kyoto & Nara Tour This morning, visit the Fushimi Inari Shrine located at the base of Inari mountain, that is famous for its thousands of vermilion colored torii gates. Afterward, travel via the Nara Keinawa expressway to the 8th century Imperial capital of Nara, repository of Japan's cultural heritage, with eight UNESCO World Heritage Sites and a wealth of historic treasures. Arrive at the exquisite Todai-ji Temple, one of the world’s largest wooden structures and home of the impressive Great Buddha bronze statue, rising over 50 feet high. You then continue to Nara Park to see the over 1,000 tame deer roaming freely in the peaceful park. The tour concludes with a visit to the famous and beautiful Kasuga Taisha Shrine, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, displaying over 3,000 stone and bronze lanterns. Pick up details to be advised locally. Drop-off at the hotel. Approximate tour duration is 6 hours. OnDay : 7 Price : $91

Additional Information: Land only price does not include arrival/departure transfers.