Nostalgic Japan

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This action-packed tour leads you from Zen garden to urban jungle, with everything in between. You will tour Cityrama Tokyo, Kamakura, Hakone and hot springs bath, Nara, Kyoto, Sagano-Arashiyama, Takayama and Kanazawa. No matter how long you stay in Japan, constant discovery is one of the most fascinating aspects of being there on this Nostalgic Japan journ...
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Standard - 3 star

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    This action-packed tour leads you from Zen garden to urban jungle, with everything in between. You will tour Cityrama Tokyo, Kamakura, Hakone and hot springs bath, Nara, Kyoto, Sagano-Arashiyama, Takayama and Kanazawa. No matter how long you stay in Japan, constant discovery is one of the most fascinating aspects of being there on this Nostalgic Japan journey.

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Day 1 : Tokyo

Today you will begin your Swain Destinations customized itinerary. Please note, international air has not been included in this package price.

Day 2 : Tokyo

Upon arrival, you will clear customs and immigration before being transferred to your hotel. One of the world's main economic centers – as well as its most populous metropolitan agglomeration - Tokyo is a city that presents a different view of itself at every turn. S...

Day 3 : Tokyo

Your first stop today is the observation deck of the Tokyo Tower where you can get sweeping 360° across the city and on a clear morning even Mount Fuji. Tokyo Tower is 1,091 ft / 333 m tall, making it the tallest man-made structure in Japan. Heading to the center of...

Day 4 : Tokyo

Nikko is a town located in the mountains of Tochigi Prefecture, about 87 miles to the north of Tokyo. This morning travel by coach to Nikko and visit the shrines and temples there, which together with their natural surroundings, have for centuries been a sacred site k...

Day 5 : Hakone

Mt. Fuji stands at 12,388 feet high and is surrounded by five lakes: Lake Kawaguchi, Lake Yamanaka, Lake Sai, Lake Motosu and Lake Shoji. They, and nearby Lake Ashi, provide excellent views of the mountain. Part of the Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park it is also an activ...

Day 6 : Kyoto

The Shinkansen is a network of high-speed railway lines in Japan operated by Japan Railways. Since the initial Tokaido Shinkansen opened in 1964 running at 130 mph, the network of 1528 miles has expanded to link most major cities on the islands of Honshi and Kyushu wi...

Day 7 : Kyoto

This morning's first stop is Nijo Castle, the Kyoto Residence of the Tokugawa Shogun built in 1603, the castle is noted for the contrast of its solemn exterior and gorgeous interiors. Closed Tuesday's in January, July, August and December and substituted with Ryoanji ...

Day 8 : Kyoto

Travel from Kyoto by train to Saga-Arishiyama Station. Arashiyama is an exclusive district on the western outskirts of Kyoto and also the name of the mountain across the Oi River, which forms a backdrop to this district. Start with a stroll through Sagano Bamboo Grove...

Day 9 : Takayama

Travel 50 minutes eastbound from Kyoto a distance of 92 miles to Nagoya on the Tokaido or Sanyo Shinkansen line. On arrival at JR Nagoya Station you will change to a limited express bound for Takayama, two hours northbound on the Hida Line. Takayama is located in th...

Day 10 : Kanazawa

Depart your hotel this morning to visit the morning market of Takayama. Every morning, from 7:00 am to noon, farmers' wives from nearby villages bring fresh produce – vegetables and flowers – to these markets. The varieties of produce mark the changing seasons in the ...

Day 11 : Osaka

This morning enjoy sightseeing in Kanazawa with your first destination being Kenrokuen Garden, one of Japan's three most beautiful gardens, created and maintained since the 1620's from its city center location. Then visit the Kutaniyaki Pottery Kiln which creates whit...

Day 12 : Osaka

Transfer from Osaka to the airport for your departure flight to the USA.

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Price From $6,080
Price per day$553
Last Updated: 10/30/2019

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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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Redefining luxury travel, Swain Destinations is the leading U.S. provider of completely customized exotic vacation experiences. Since 1987, Co-Founders Ian and Linda Swain, and their dedicated team of destination experts have offered American travellers the opportunity to design distinctive trips to intriguing international locales, including Australia, New Zealand, the South Pacific, Asia, India, and Africa. From adventure-packed trips to leisurely getaways, Swain Destinations curates itineraries based on each individual’s travel preferences. Dynamic experiences range from a chef’s table dining extravaganza on Hayman to a safari journey across the East African Plains.

The family-run business presents North American tourists with personalized service from veteran travel specialists, many of whom hail from the fascinating locales they sell. “We’re creating dynamic itineraries from scratch for each and every client,” Swain says. “What makes a trip booked through Swain so remarkable is our level of customer service. Many of our travel consultants have been with us nearly from the start, and they’re from the destinations they’re selling. We get excited to get others excited for visiting our native lands.”

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