Insider's Japan
Sept. 27 - Oct. 9, 2027
See highlights of amazing Tokyo and cultural capital Kyoto. Engage in local life and head off the beaten path to unforgettable historic destinations.Ìý
Japan’s pastoral side dazzles with magnificent Mt. Fuji and a cruise on Ashi Lake. Overnight in a traditional ryokan inn and travel by express train to lovely Takayama in the Japanese Alps. A traditional tea ceremony and a cooking class offer hands-on Japanese cultural experiences
Highlights
- Tour cosmopolitan Tokyo, including the Imperial Palace District and Meiji Shrine.
- Get a taste of Japan’s pastoral side in Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park, home of imposing Mount Fuji.
- Spend a night in a traditional ryokan.
- Travel by bullet train to lovely Takayama to wander its beautifully preserved Old Town and attend a traditional tea ceremony.
- Prepare and dine on local cuisine, and sample the local sake.
- Explore culturally rich Kanazawa and learn about its unique gold leaf crafting.
- Spend three days in Kyoto, cultural capital of Japan.

Activity Level: Moderate
Moderate amount of walking required. Typically, two to three miles a day, often uphill, on uneven terrain and/or with multiple stairs. Requires the ability to board a ship and motor coach without assistance.
Pricing
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