Independent Treasures of Japan
Independent Treasures of Japan
Independent Treasures of Japan
11 Days
Visiting: Arrive In Tokyo, Japan, Tokyo, Kyoto, Hiroshima, Osaka, Asia
Tour operator:
Tour code:
IAJ4-2024
Group Type:
Independent
Guide Type:
Self Guided
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Tour Overview
Journey through Japan on this fascinating Independence by Globus itinerary. A “prefecture” and capital of Japan, Tokyo is the world’s most populous metro area and home to unlimited choices—shopping, dining, entertainment, historic temples and sites, peaceful gardens, and excellent museums. Your private guided sightseeing tour includes Meiji Shrine, a 20th-century Shinto monument built within a man-made forest; browse the bustling Nakamise Shopping Arcade; and visit one of the city’s most dazzling temples, the Asakusa Kannon Temple. You’ll also ascend the Tokyo Skytree for spectacular views over the city. During your free day, you may choose a trip to Mount Fuji. A highlight of the vacation is the shinkansen (bullet train) ride from Tokyo to Kyoto. Reaching nearly 200-miles-per-hour, this is by far the most entertaining way to travel between cities. The “cradle” of Japan’s cultural heritage, Kyoto, was the country’s capital and residence of the emperor from the 8th until the 19th centuries. Your private guided sightseeing tour includes visits to Sanjusangendo Temple, the Samurai Museum, where you can learn about Japanese history and see authentic swords and armor, and the beautiful Temple of the Gold Pavilion. Built on a lake and surrounded by a thick forest, the image of the temple’s reflection in the water is a can’t-miss photo opportunity and memorable scenic view. You’ll also walk through Gion and explore the thousands of Torii Gates at Fushimi Inari Shrine. Take some I-time for a visit nearby Nara or to explore Nishiki Market. Continue to Hiroshima where you’ll visit Peace Memorial Park and Itsukushima Shrine both UNESCO World Heritage Sites. End your exploration of Japan in Osaka with visits to Osaka Castle and Minami, the famous entertainment district and where the locals go for fun.
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive In Tokyo,Japan
Location: Arrive In Tokyo, Japan
Welcome to Japan! Your hotel is available for mid-afternoon check-in.
ARRIVE IN TOKYO, JAPANWelcome to Japan! Your hotel is available for mid-afternoon check-in.TOKYO.jpg
Day 2: Tokyo
Location: Tokyo
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
TOKYO• Today, hop on Tokyo’s subway system for a private guided sightseeing tour of the city. Start with a visit to Meiji Shrine, a magnificent 20th-century Shinto monument set in a man-made forest. • At Tokyo Skytree ascend to Sorakara Point on floor 450 at some 450 meters/1500 feet, the highest point visitors can explore. Here you’ll marvel at the stunning panoramic views over the city and and, on a clear day, Mount Fuji.• Tour the Samurai and Ninja Museum for a hands-on history lesson of Japan’s famous warriors, including the armor, weapons, and swords from the Medieval era.• Lastly, visit bustling Nakamise shopping arcade and Asakusa Kannon Temple, the oldest of their kind in Tokyo. (B,L)TOKYO-TEMPLE.jpg
Day 3: Tokyo
Location: Tokyo
Meals Included: Breakfast
TOKYO• Enjoy a full day at your leisure.Today's I-Time TipsEnjoy a full day at leisure for your own discoveries. Utilize your included Tokyo Metro Pass to explore more of Tokyo’s unique neighborhoods, take a day trip to Mount Fuji, or visit the street-food markets for local specialties. (B)TOKYO-STREET-FOOD.jpg
Day 4: Tokyo,Kyoto
Location: Tokyo, Kyoto
Meals Included: Breakfast
TOKYO–KYOTO• Today, travel by shinkansen (bullet train) to historic Kyoto, former capital of Japan. (B)TOKYO-JAPANESE-WOMEN.jpg
Day 5: Kyoto
Location: Kyoto
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
KYOTO• Your private guided sightseeing tour uses efficient public transportation to take you around the city. Start at stunning Kinkakuji, Temple of the Gold Pavilion, covered with shimmering gold leaf. • Next, take a walking tour through Gion, Kyoto’s most famous geisha district, which is also known for its high concentration of machiya-style merchant houses. • Continue to Sanjusangendo Temple, famous for 1,001 statues of Kannon, the Buddhist goddess of mercy. Flanking the main statue are 1,000 life-sized statues, covered in gold leaf, with 40 arms said to have the power to save 25 worlds. • Finish with a visit to Fushimi Inari Shrine, renowned for the thousands of brightly colored Torii Gate.(B,L)KYOTO-TEMPLE-OF-THE-GOLD-PAVILLION.jpg
Day 6: Kyoto
Location: Kyoto
Meals Included: Breakfast
KYOTO• Enjoy a full day at your leisure. Today's I-Time TipsTake an excursion to nearby Nara or explore more of Kyotos historic temples and shrines using your included subway and bus pass. (B)KYOTO-FUSHIMI-INARI-SHRINE.jpg
Day 7: Kyoto,Hiroshima
Location: Kyoto, Hiroshima
Meals Included: Breakfast
KYOTO–HIROSHIMA• Travel by shinkansen (bullet train) to Hiroshima. • Upon arrival, visit Shukkei-en Garden, where natural landscapes are represented in miniature form. We’ve included a day pass to use the local tram system to help you get around!(B)OSAKA-CASTLE-AND-KIMONO.jpg
Day 8: Hiroshima
Location: Hiroshima
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
HIROSHIMA• Your private guided sightseeing starts at Peace Memorial Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, to see the Memorial Museum and Memorial Hall, which commemorate the lives lost in the WWII atomic bombing. • Travel by ferry to Miyajima Island. Here, visit Itsukushima Shrine, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, known for its floating Torii Gate and enjoy free time to explore the many shops. (B,L)HIROSHIMA-TORII-GATE.jpg
Day 9: Hiroshima,Osaka
Location: Hiroshima, Osaka
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
HIROSHIMA–OSAKA• Travel by shinkansen (bullet train) to Osaka. • Your private guided sightseeing tour starts at Osaka Castle and the surrounding park.• Then explore Minami, the city’s famous entertainment district, encompassing the districts of Shinsaibashi and Namba and the famed Dontonbori Street. Start with luinch featuring okonomiyaki, a delicious pancake dish famous in Osaka. Then, explore this exciting area by foot with your guide. From museums and shopping to theater and dining, this is where the locals come for fun!(B,L)
Day 10: Osaka
Location: Osaka
Meals Included: Breakfast
OSAKA• Enjoy a full day at your leisure.Today's I-Time TipsReturn to Minami for further exploration or visit the Open-Air Museum of Japanese Farm Houses. Whatever you choose to do we’ve included a subway and bus pass to help you get around. (B)OSAKA-OKONOMIYAKI.jpg
Day 11: Osaka
Location: Osaka
Meals Included: Breakfast
OSAKAYour vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (B)OKAKA-SAKE.jpg
UNESCO Sites
Hiroshima Peace Memorial|Itsukushima Shrine
Meals
Breakfast daily, 4 Lunches
Accommodation
Tokyo:Hilton TokyoKyoto:Kyoto Century HotelHiroshima:Sheraton Grand Hiroshima HotelOsaka:Imperial Hotel Osaka
Check out our Q&As
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How long has the tour company been trading?
For over 90 years.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest Covid-19 policies
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Travel documents, including any air tickets, itineraries, and other information, are available approximately two to three weeks prior to departure provided full payment has been received.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
The Globus Lighthouse Project - an illuminating initiative where we can all come together to tread lightly and give generously for the globe's greater good. Globus, along with sister companies Avalon Waterways and Cosmos, invite our travellers and partners to help us in supporting causes that provide for a more sustainable planet and a brighter tomorrow.
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Low Deposit
Globus requires a minimum deposit of 200 GBP per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 90 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of globus charges.
Up to 91 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 90 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 29 days before tour starts: Forfeit 80% of booking price.
At 1 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.