Included in this offer :

• The 11 days / 10 nights tour in the 3-star accommodations listed or similar
• Breakfast-included package
• Flights departing from the city of your choice
• Transfer from Tokyo airport to hotel by shared shuttle bus
• Transfer from your hotel in Osaka to KIX airport by train
• Tokyo-Kanazawa train ticket
• JR West All Area Pass for 7 days from day 5 until your departure

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DISCOVERING JAPAN FROM NORTH TO SOUTH

Embark on a journey through time to discover Japan as you've never seen it before! Stroll the cobblestone streets of the historic districts of Kyoto and Kanazawa, where ancient tea houses and samurai residences stand side by side. Appreciate the charm of a castle steeped in the grandeur of the shoguns, then plunge into the bustling thoroughfares of the contemporary urban center of Osaka. From thousand-year-old temples to the neon skyscrapers of Tokyo, each stage of this journey offers a contrasting yet complementary vision of Japanese culture.

This private tour is available in 11 days.

Your itinerary day by day:

Days 1 to 3: Tokyo

Days 4 to 5: Kanazawa

Days 6 to 8: Kyoto

Day 9: Hiroshima

Days 10 to 11: Osaka

Please note: Please note that overnight stays may vary depending on the flights selected and your day of arrival, so the order of visits may be modified

Your detailed itinerary

DAY 1 | Arrival in Tokyo

Arrival at Tokyo airport.

Your transfer will be waiting for you at the airport to take you to your hotel. Depending on your arrival time, you can start exploring the Japanese capital.

Lunch and dinner on your own.

Overnight in Tokyo.

DAY 2 | First steps in Tokyo

Breakfast at the hotel. Day at leisure.
Lunch and dinner on your own.
Night in Tokyo.

Your day is completely free, but we can suggest a few places to visit:

A stroll through the Asakusa district will take you to Tokyo's oldest Buddhist temple, Senso-ji. Here, you'll discover Japanese traditions and spiritual practices. Stroll from stall to stall along the temple's main alley to sample a variety of Japanese street food specialties.

DAY 3 | Tokyo

Breakfast at the hotel.

Day at leisure. Lunch and dinner on your own.

Night in Tokyo.

Sightseeing suggestions: Explore the Tokyo Imperial Palace for a glimpse into Japanese history, and stroll through its downtown park. Immerse yourself in the otaku culture of Akihabara with its many electronic stores, before strolling through the elegant Ginza district for a shopping spree.

DAY 4 | Your last hours in Tokyo

Breakfast at the hotel.

Sightseeing suggestions: Discover the trendy Shibuya and Harajuku districts. Pose in front of the statue of Hachiko, Japan's most famous dog, and immerse yourself in the world of Japanese fashion. Be amazed by the eccentric looks on the famous Takeshita Street. Finally, enjoy the greenery of Ueno Park.

Transfer by train to the town of Kanazawa.
Lunch and dinner on your own.
Overnight in Kanazawa.

DAY 5 | Immerse yourself in the world of Kanazawa

Breakfast at the hotel.

Day at leisure. Lunch and dinner on your own.

Night in Kanazawa.

Our suggested visits: In Kanazawa, immerse yourself in feudal Japan. In the traditional district of Higashi Chaya, appreciate the Edo period buildings that once housed tea houses occupied by geishas. The charm of yesteryear is still intact, and invites you to discover Japanese craftsmanship. Indulge in a gold-leaf-covered dessert or one of the many local specialties at the Omicho fish market.

DAY 6 | Discover Kyoto

Breakfast at the hotel.
Transfer by train to the city of Kyoto with the JR West Pass. Day at leisure.

Lunch and dinner on your own.

Overnight in Kyoto.

Sightseeing suggestions: Soak up the enchanting atmosphere of Gion, Kyoto's geisha district. Stroll the cobblestone streets lined with traditional wooden houses and try to catch a glimpse of a graceful geisha. Don't miss a visit to the Famous Theater Kaburenjo, where traditional dance and music performances have captivated audiences for centuries. Enter the majestic Kiyomizu-dera temple perched on a hill, offering a panoramic view of the city. This sacred site immerses you in the spirituality and timeless beauty of Kyoto.

DAY 7 | Kyoto

Breakfast at the hotel.
Make your own lunch and dinner arrangements.
Overnight stay in Kyoto.

Our suggested visits: Set off for the Fushimi Inari shrine, famous for its thousands of red gates that stretch across the mountainside. The mystical atmosphere and natural beauty of this place make it an unforgettable experience. Afterwards, take the train and stroll through Nara park for a magical encounter with free-roaming deer. Stroll among these majestic animals amid the sublime temples further back in the forest.

DAY 8 | Kyoto

Breakfast at the hotel.

Day at leisure. Lunch and dinner on your own.

Night in Kyoto.

Suggested sightseeing : Explore the natural splendor of Arashiyama, a picturesque district west of Kyoto. Start your day with a stroll through the famous bamboo forest, where canes soar skyward, creating a breathtaking and peaceful landscape. Nearby, don't miss the prankster monkeys roaming the Arashiyama Monkey Park. Next, visit the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Tenryu-ji Temple** and stroll through its Zen gardens. Board a cruise boat on the Hozu River to admire the spectacular scenery of the green valleys.

DAY 9 | Historic Hiroshima

Breakfast at the hotel.
Transfer by train to the town of Hiroshima with the JR West Pass. Make your own lunch and dinner arrangements.
Overnight stay in Hiroshima.

Our suggested visits: Hiroshima, a city scarred by the atomic bomb of the Second World War, combines modernity with historical memories. The Genbaku Dome, a former exhibition centre of which only the remains are left, boasts a unique atmosphere. Extend your visit to the Peace Memorial Museum for its poignant historical accounts.
Time for a change of ambiance: sample okonomiyaki, a local speciality, before visiting the Shukkei-en garden and the Hiroshima Castle. For something a little different, head to the island of Miyajima.
Take a photo in front of the famous torii in the water at Itsukushima Shrine, a UNESCO World Heritage Site**. Watch the deer roam freely around you.
Take in the panoramic view from Mount Misen and the Daishō-in Temple with Buddhist statues.

DAY 10 | Osaka

Breakfast at the hotel.
Transfer by train to the city of Osaka with the JR West Pass. Make your own lunch and dinner arrangements.
Overnight stay in Osaka.

Our suggested visits: Visit Osaka Castle, with its great imposing walls by a lake. Don't miss the Pulala Tenma fish market and the Tenman-Gu temple! Spend your evening on the banks of the river Dotonbori, with giant screens and 3D octopus and crab wall decorations. It's the perfect place to enjoy delicious street food.

DAY 11 | Return

Breakfast at the hotel.

Transfer by train to Osaka KIX airport with the JR West Pass.

Your accommodation

During your tour, you'll stay 10 nights in the following 3* (local standards) establishments (or similar, subject to availability):

Tokyo: 3 nights at Comfort Hotel Tokyo Higashi Nihonbashi 3*

Kanazawa: 2 nights at the Smile Hotel Kanazawa Nishiguchi Ekimae 3*

Kyoto: 3 nights at Chisun Standard Kyoto Horikawa Gojo 3* hotel

Hiroshima: 1 night at Comfort Hotel Hiroshima Otemachi 3*

Osaka: 1 night at Comfort Hotel Osaka Sinsaibashi 3*

Your package

Breakfast

Includes an assortment of hot and cold drinks and sweet and savoury dishes.

ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS FOR TRAVELLING TO JAPAN

**To avoid queuing at the airport and to save time, we recommend that you register individually on the Visit Japan website (https://vjw-lp.digital.go.jp/en/) before your departure.

As government restrictions are constantly changing, we advise consulting the following websites regularly right up to the day of departure:

https://www.pasteur.fr/fr

https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/conseils-aux-voyageurs/

We recommend that you register on the Ariane website:

https://pastel.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fildariane/dyn/public/login.html

It is the traveller's responsibility to find out about any changes to entry formalities in the destination country. As a general rule, travellers should always carry a mask and hand sanitiser.

Please note that airlines reserve the right to modify and reinforce their boarding conditions more strictly than the formalities and regulations of the destination country, at any time and without prior notice. Travellers with connecting flights should look into the conditions of access to the airports where they have a stopover.

On arrival, travellers must have a passport valid for at least 6 months after the date of return. A visa is only required for stays of more than 3 months. Non-Japanese nationals entering Japan are required to provide biometric data (fingerprints and photographic portrait). Non-French nationals or dual nationals are advised to consult the consulate or embassy of their destination country. Minors: Minors must have their own passport. We strongly recommend that minors who are not accompanied by their legal representatives bring a copy of their family record book. Specific formalities: If you are travelling abroad as a minor, please note that minors resident in France and travelling unaccompanied by their legal guardians must bring with them, in addition to their ID, a form authorising them to leave the country: CERFA n°15646*01 downloadable here: https://www.formulaires.modernisation.gouv.fr/gf/cerfa_15646.do

Health

Covid-19 public health emergency: travellers with a complete vaccination schedule are no longer required to carry out a PCR test less than 72 hours before the flight. However, a PCR test is still compulsory if your vaccination schedule is incomplete. Don't forget to check the latest information on diplomatie.gouv. No vaccination is compulsory. Don't forget to check that your vaccination record is up to date (DTP). Health level is equivalent to that of Western Europe. Natural and climatic risks are high in Japan, so make sure you keep informed.

GOOD TO KNOW

Currency

The currency used is the yen (JPY). On 20 December 2022, 1 Euro is equivalent to 140.40 Japanese yen.

Climate

Spring (March to May) is a very pleasant time to travel to Japan, as the flowers in bloom provide a stunning landscape, and the climate is mild, but it is also the peak tourist season; there are often many people visiting the places of interest. Summer (June to August) is fairly hot and humid in most regions, but it is still possible to visit the country, particularly in mountainous areas. Autumn (September to November) is mild, with beautiful colours that add to the charm of the landscape, but it is also rainy. Winter (December to February) is dry and often sunny, so it's a great time to take photos and admire the scenery without too many tourists. It's cold in most parts of the country (with snow in some areas), which is ideal for making the most of the famous 'Onsens', which will bring you a little warmth!

Language

Japanese people don't all speak English very well, especially outside the big cities, so writing down some useful phrases can be very handy.

Time Difference

From March to October, the time difference is CET +7, and from October to March it is CET +8.

Onsens

If you want to try out the Onsens (traditional baths), it is customary to go in completely naked (men and women are separated). Those with tattoos are not always accepted in Onsens.

Pocket Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi is not available everywhere in Japan. Ideally, you should travel with a small 'Pocket Wi-fi' dongle so that you have a fast connection wherever you are during your stay. This makes it much easier to check useful information or get in touch with friends and family. You can collect the box from the hotel on the first day and return it in the envelope provided at the Post Office.

Tips

It is not necessary or customary to leave tips in restaurants, for guides, drivers, etc. If you want to thank your hosts, a gift is preferable.

Driving

In Japan, cars drive on the left and the steering wheel is on the right. Gearboxes are automatic. The Japanese drive quite calmly and are very respectful of the highway code. The motorways are well maintained. To drive in Japan, you need your driving licence and a Japanese translation of it.

TRANSPORT INFORMATION

SHARED SHUTTLE AIRPORT - HOTEL TRANSFER
The shared shuttle bus will take you directly from the airport to your hotel and back. The shuttle may make several stops along the way.

HAKONE FREE-PASS
It links Tokyo from Shinjuku station to Hakone via the Odakyu line in 2 hours. In addition to the train journey, this pass gives free access to the Hakone Tozan buses and many of the city's tourist attractions. Take a cruise on Lake Ashi and take advantage of the Hakone Ropeway to admire the view of the Owakudani volcanic zone. You'll also benefit from discounts with partner retailers. The pass is valid for 2 days after activation.

RAIL TRANSPORT
In Japan, the train is the most practical way to travel. Both large towns and villages are well covered, and the Japanese rail network is diverse and highly efficient. Travel on the famous Shinkansen, Japan's high-speed rail service, with 320 kilometres of tracks!

JR Kansai Hiroshima pass: Travel more flexibly with your JR Kansai Hiroshima Pass and organise your days as you please! Access the JR network's express train (Shinkansen), regional train, and bus lines is included with your pass, with no advance booking required; discover the cities of Kyoto, Osaka, Nara, Hiroshima, Miyajima, Himeji, and Kobe and the surrounding areas. You can also take the ferry from the port of Miyajimaguchi (near Hiroshima) to the island of Miyajima. The pass is valid for 5 days after activation.

TRANSFER FROM OSAKA AIRPORT BY TRAIN
For easy access to Osaka airport, take the train from Osaka station. It takes about 1.5 hours to get to the airport. If your stay includes a **JR Pass, the journey is included with your pass. If not, a train ticket will be provided.

ACCOMMODATION

For technical reasons, hotels may be replaced by accommodation of the same category.

The order of the visits and the programme may be modified according to any local constraints.

Any specific requests concerning bed type (double bed, separate beds) are subject to availability and may incur an additional charge.

In Japan, hotel rooms are often rather narrow and the beds small. Tourist tax not included, payable locally.

Approximate amount to be paid today: 3* hotel = €2/room/night

Check-in is usually in the mid-afternoon (3 - 4 p.m.).

Check-out is usually in the morning (10 a.m.).

The accommodation included in this trip is not suitable for people with reduced mobility or babies (0-2). For more information, please contact customer services.

Good to know

If you are travelling alone, you will be asked to pay a surcharge for a single room. This additional charge will be automatically included in your quote.

Child rates will be applied for children from 2 to 12 years old in the case where the child shares the room with two adults. If the child is travelling with just one adult, the surcharge may be applied on an adult basis. If your child or children do not fit into the age group mentioned above, the rate will be communicated to you at the time of processing your order. If the room is equipped with a bunk bed, the bed height is not suitable for children under 6 years of age.

For safety reasons, the wellbeing facilities of most establishments are not accessible to children under 16 years old. Similarly, it is possible that some amenities or services require an additional charge or are unavailable for exceptional reasons.

Unless otherwise stated in the service description, activities and any additional services available at destination, are provided in the language of the destination country and in English.

The opening times and hours of the activities, restaurants and bars are provided as an indication only and may be subject to change. Contact the reception desk in order to be informed of any changes.

Appropriate dress is required. We remind you that gambling may involve risks of isolation, indebtedness, and dependency...

Any additional special requirements the traveller may request which are not included in the travel service description will be communicated to our service provider. Sending this information does not imply acceptance and PerfectStay.com cannot be held responsible for the fulfilment of these special requests. Only the service provider of PerfectStay.com can access this request on location and any additional costs may be paid locally by the traveller.

Unless expressly stated in the description of the services and accommodation, the hotel is not suitable for people with reduced mobility.

Transportation

Choose an offer and, according to your preferences, opt for a seat in economy, business or first class.

See the 'View flight info' section for details on each trip.

In order to best organise your time in the airport, we advise that you arrive 2 hours before boarding for a medium-haul flight, or 3 hours before boarding for a long-haul flight (more than 5 hours). Take advantage of your early arrival to pass through security and check your luggage.

You will be informed whether or not luggage is included at the time of your booking.

You will have the opportunity to add additional luggage for a fee.

There are several different cities that are typically offered as departure points. Your arrival destination will show in your travel documents.

Depending on the flight schedule, some arrivals or returns may be made at night with early arrival or late departure. You will not always be able to have your room available immediately and will need to refer to the check-in and check-out conditions of the hotel.

In the event that your transfer is not included in your hotel reservation, it may be offered at the time of your reservation as an additional option. Unless specifically mentioned, transfers may be made in groups of 15 to 55 people.

Important: the modification or the cancellation of a booking is only possible within the limits and including the fees outlined in our general conditions of sale.

Thank you for kindly taking note of the CO2 emissions produced by your means of transport: http://eco-calculateur.aviation-civile.gouv.fr

Formalities

The following details apply to any British citizen who, during a trip sold by PerfectStay goes to a foreign country. The following is a resource directing you to information related to your travel formalities (identification documents, vaccines, VISA, safety, travel advice, etc.), and may be subject to change. Please note that Brexit negotiations are likely to include travel document modifications, therefore please regularly check most updated information. Please see official resource for British citizens wishing to travel:
https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice

The official UK Foreign Travel site has updates on safety and security, including incidents such as pickpocketing and robbery, along with larger incidents such as measuring the risk of terrorism.
Detailed country by country here:
https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice

If you are travelling with minors, please be sure to verify whether or not you will require a consent: https://www.gov.uk/permission-take-child-abroad

Please note that these details serve as a guiding resource in order to ensure that you have access to important information in order to pursue the necessary travel formalities required before travelling abroad with PerfectStay. Please note that PerfectStay will not engage in obtaining travel documents for you, such as visas, and you are solely responsible for knowing the potential health risks you may face in the course of your travels for which you may require vaccinations or medications. PerfectStay is not responsible for ensuring your travel formalities are properly undertaken and will only act as an intermediary directing you to resources which have been known to provide reliable information concerning travel formalities specific to British citizens.

VACCINE

For information concerning travel health requirements (vaccinations, health risks, etc.) please see the following resources:
https://travelhealthpro.org.uk/countries
https://www.fitfortravel.nhs.uk/destinations.aspx
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/travel-vaccinations/

VISA

For the latest information on which travel documents (visas, passports, etc.) British citizens will require by destination, please see the following resources:
https://visacentral.co.uk/visa-quick-check
https://www.passportindex.org/comparebyPassport.php?p1=uk&fl=&s=yes
https://www.travisa.com/Visa_Search

IDENTITY

Please be sure to verify that your necessary Identification documents (passport and/or ID card dependent upon the country to which you will be travelling) have valid expiration dates, i.e. verify your ID documents have not yet expired. Also, be sure to remember to bring these necessary documents with you. It is also recommended to make copies of all travel documents in the event of an emergency.

Travel documents

Once your reservation has been made, you will receive a confirmation e-mail before your travel documents are sent.

Regarding the transport documents (in the case of a reservation with transport included), we will provide you with all the information relating to check-in and luggage in the "Your travel documents" email, allowing you to leave with peace of mind.

To take advantage of all your reserved services (hotels, transfers, activities, etc.), you will receive one or more exchange vouchers to be presented to each supplier.

The contact details of the establishment will be specified in these documents, to help make your arrival at your destination as straight-forward as possible.

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