BEST OF JAPAN

Arrive in Osaka. It’s known for its modern architecture.

Proceed to Hiroshima by bullet train. On arrival will do orientation tour of Hiroshima, the city devastated by atomic bomb in World War II. Visit the Bomb dome, the symbol of Hiroshima and the only building to remain standing after the atomic explosion. See the Peace Memorial Park with its Museum. The Cenotaph with its arched tomb is a tribute to those who died because of the bomb. Next enjoy a ferry ride to Miyajima Island, to see the beautiful Itsukushima Shrine and the floating Torii – one of Japan’s most scenic spots. Later return back to Hiroshima to board the evening bullet train to Osaka.

Today proceed to Nara – once the capital of Japan. Visit the Todai-ji temple – houses the largest Buddha statue in Japan followed by visit to Nara Deer Park – home to hundreds of freely roaming deer, which are considered as messengers of Gods and also been designated as National Treasure. Later proceed to Kyoto, one of the most beautiful city of Japan. Visit the gardens of Golden Pavilion (Kinkakuji Temple), which houses sacred relics of Buddha.

Visit Kiyomizu Temple . Take a photo stop at Nijo Castle followed by a visit to Arashiyama bamboo grove – a mesmerizing grove of thousands of tall bamboo plants and one of the Kyoto’s most photographed sights. We take a brief phtostop at Togetsukyo bridge, a 400 year old scenic bridge.

Enjoy the Amphibian bus ride to enjoy to the breathtaking of Mt.Fuji. as we drive to Mt Fuji’s 5th Station, which lies about halfway up the mountain for more incredible views (in case of bad weather or winter, we will visit Fuji Visitor Center – a scientific pavilion which features the theme of nature, the history, culture of Mt Fuji). Next visit Owakudani Boiling Valley (subject to operation). Take a rope way ride into the volcanic zone of a number of steam vents and bubbling pools. You can purchase an egg cooked in the naturally hot water whose shells are blackened by the sulfur and which are said to prolong one’s life by seven years. Enjoy free time at Lake Ashi, which lies in a crater formed by a massive volcanic eruption around 3000 years ago. In the evening, proceed to Tokyo by coach.

Today enjoy an orientation city tour of Tokyo, a bustling metropolis and the capital of Japan. Start your tour with a Rainbow Bridge and visit to Asakusa Kanon Temple, one of Japan’s most important Buddhist sites. Check out the elaborate gardens, architecture and shrines that surround the site. Later visit Shinjuku Gyoen Park – which has over 1500 cherry trees. Also visit TeamLab Planets – a museum where you walk barefoot, getting to feel different textures and sensations. End your day by admiring the amazing city views on top of the 2000 foot Tokyo Skytree (subject to operation). On a clear day, you can even see Mt Fuji from the Skytree. Later enjoy panoramic boat ride through Sumida river to get fascinating view of the town.

Sayonara !!! Board the flight to your hometown.