Included in this offer :

• The 13-day, 12-night tour in the accommodation mentioned or similar
• Meals according to programme during the tour
• Flights departing from the city of your choice
• Round-trip airport/hotel transfer
• Transfer from your hotel in Osaka to KIX Airport by train
• Hakone - Kyoto train from Odawara station (approx. 1h30)
• The Kansai Hiroshima pass from day 9 to day 13
• Koya San Pass 2 days: day 8 to day 9
• Welcome and assistance on arrival at the airport
• A 2-day Hakone Pass

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AUTHENTIC JAPAN

After a stopover filled with huge skyscrapers and ancient temples, head for authentic Japan! Then escape to the serenity of the mountains, where the hot springs at your Ryokan promise a typical onsen experience. Enter the sacred atmosphere of a monastery on Mount Koya for a mystical and spiritual journey where you will discover much of the daily life of the monks here. Immerse yourself in the charm and authenticity of an unspoilt fishing village. Stroll around and see the remnants from the war at Hiroshima and the buildings typical of old Japan in Kyoto. From the fallow deer of Nara and Miyajima to the bustling department stores of Osaka, enjoy a holiday full of tradition.

Your daily itinerary:

Days 1 to 3: Tokyo

**Day 4: Hakone

Days 5 to 7: Kyoto

Day 8: Mount Koya

Day 9: Hiroshima

Day 10: Miyajima

Day 11: Fukuyama

Your detailed itinerary

DAY 1 | Arrival in Tokyo

Airport transfer.
Make your own lunch and dinner arrangements.
Overnight stay in Tokyo.

Tokyo, formerly known as Edo, became the capital of Japan in 1868. As the world's largest megalopolis, with over 42 million inhabitants, visit districts with a variety of activities that immerse you in the duality of modern technology and fragments of history.

DAY 2 | Discovering the capital

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

Suggested tours:

Start your adventure by discovering the trendy districts of Shibuya and Harajuku. Pose in front of the statue of Hachiko, Japan's most famous dog, and immerse yourself in the world of Japanese fashion. The eccentric looks on the famous Takeshita Street are sure to surprise you.
After a visit to the Tokyo Imperial Palace to immerse yourself in Japanese history, enjoy the greenery of Ueno Park. Discover Tokyo's nightlife through the bustling streets of Shinjuku and the neon lights of Kabukichô. Dine in one of the many izakaya and restaurants dotted between the illuminated billboards and karaoke bars.

DAY 3 | Tokyo

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

For fans of Japanese pop culture and retro gaming, seek out bargains and cult items in the electronics district of Akihabara. A stroll through the Asakusa district will take you to Tokyo's oldest Buddhist temple, Senso-ji, where you can discover Japanese traditions and spiritual practices. Don't miss the Skytree Tower for a panoramic view of Tokyo.

DAY 4 | Head for Hakone - Overnight stay in a Ryokan

Breakfast at the hotel.
Transfer by train to the town of Hakone with the Hakone Free Pass. Make your own lunch arrangements.
Overnight stay in a Japanese inn in Hakone with a traditional dinner at your Ryokan.

Suggested tours:

Situated around Lake Ashi and renowned for its traditional inns and thermal baths, Hakone commands views of the famous Mount Fuji.
Enjoy the typical Japanese experience of a night in a Ryokan: after a delicious "Kaiseki" meal, take advantage of this getaway off the beaten track to recharge your batteries in the establishment's indoor and outdoor hot springs, known as onsen.

DAY 5 | Hakone

Breakfast at the Ryokan.
Discover the city's main attractions with the Hakone Free Pass.
Transfer by train to Kyoto.
Make your own lunch and dinner arrangements. Overnight stay in Kyoto.

Suggested tours:

Discover the surrounding landscapes and enjoy a variety of experiences: sail on Lake Ashi to catch a glimpse of Mount Fuji; take the funicular railway up the Owakudani Valley to see the volcanic sulphur fumaroles; wander along the shores of Lake Ashi to visit the Hakone-jinja sanctuary.

DAY 6 | Discover Kyoto

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

Suggested tours:

Start your exploration at must-see spiritual sites such as the Kiyomizu-dera temple, famous for its wooden terrace offering panoramic views over the city, and the dazzling Golden Pavilion. Don't miss the shrine with over ten thousand red doors winding through the mountain, the Fushimi Inari-taisha. The majestic Yasaka pagoda welcomes you into a maze of streets - ideal for discovering Japanese crafts. This pedestrianised district offers a glimpse of the Japan of yesteryear, the atmosphere of which is even more special at night when the lanterns are lit.

DAY 7 | Kyoto

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

Suggested tours:

In the picturesque district of Gion, discover the unique atmosphere of the cobbled streets and teahouses where the geisha gracefully entertain. For total immersion in Japanese culture, enjoy a show with traditional dances performed by geisha.
If you want a change from the temples, immerse yourself in the sublime scenery of the Arashiyama bamboo forest. Add a touch of fun to your visit by watching the monkeys at Iwakayama Park before taking a boat trip on the Hozu River.

DAY 8 | Mount Koya

Breakfast at the hotel.
Transfer by train to Mount Koya.
Make your own lunch arrangements.
Overnight stay and dinner in a monastery.

Suggested tours:

Mount Koya is a major Buddhist spiritual retreat in Japan, with around a hundred religious establishments. Walk the ancient paths of Mount Okuno-in and explore the archipelago's largest cemetery.
Discover an enchanting experience of Japanese spirituality with an overnight stay in a Buddhist monastery. Immerse yourself in an atmosphere of absolute serenity and savour exquisite vegetarian cuisine, carefully concocted according to age-old recipes to nourish your body and mind. Immerse yourself in the daily life of these monks and witness their religious rituals.

DAY 9 | Discover Hiroshima

Breakfast at the hotel.
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 a change of scenery, head to the island of Miyajima and 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 its Buddhist statues.

DAY 10 | Miyajima

Breakfast at the hotel.
From Hiroshima, take the ferry to the island of Miyajima with the Kansai Hiroshima Pass.
Make your own lunch and dinner arrangements.
Overnight stay in Hiroshima.

Suggested tours:

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 panorama of Mount Misen and the Daishō-in temple with its Buddhist statues.

DAY 11 | Fukuyuma

Breakfast at the hotel.
Transfer by train to the town of Fukuyama with the Kansai Hiroshima Pass.
From Fukuyama, explore the fishing village of Tomonoura by local bus (pay on site).
Make your own lunch and dinner arrangements. Overnight stay in Fukuyama.

Suggested tours:

Discover Fukuyama and Tomonoura, two hidden gems off the beaten track, for a getaway that combines history, culture and natural beauty. Fukuyama, with its majestic castle, has a rich historical and cultural heritage. Not far from there, immerse yourself in the timeless charm of Tomonoura, a picturesque port town and former birthplace of local fishing. Stroll along the picturesque harbour, visit the Fukuzen-ji temple for a spectacular view of the Seto inland sea, and explore the ruins of the Tomo Castle for a trip back in time.
Tomonoura, with its ancient streets and iconic lighthouse, promises an authentic and soothing immersion in the Japan of yesteryear. Near Tomonoura, don't miss the sublime Abuto kannon temple and its wooden terrace perched on a cliff overlooking the sea.

DAY 12 | Osaka

Breakfast at the hotel.
Transfer by train to the city of Osaka with the Kansai Hiroshima Pass. On the way to Osaka, stop off at Himeji on the Kansai Hiroshima Pass.
Make your own lunch and dinner arrangements.
Overnight stay in Osaka.

Suggested tours:

Start your adventure with a visit to Osaka Castle, with its great walls and nature park. Stroll down one of the many covered shopping streets. Continue your evening on the banks of the river Dotonbori, with its giant screens and 3D octopus and crab wall decorations.
You've finally arrived in the heart of the city, where the nightlife is in full swing. Head back down south to view the famous Tower of Osaka Tsutenkaku. Around the tower, there's an ambiance of yesteryear, with lighted alleyways and restaurants serving local specialities with extravagant façades. A word of advice: don't skimp on the culinary discoveries the city has to offer!

DAY 13 | Return

Breakfast at the hotel.
Transfer by train to KIX airport with the Kansai Hiroshima JR Pass.

Your Accommodation

During your tour you will stay for 12 nights in the three-star hotels (local standards) stated, or similar:

Tokyo: 3 nights at three-star Comfort Hotel Tokyo Higashi Nihonbashi (or similar)

Hakone: 1 night at the three-star Ichinoyu Honkan (or similar)

Kyoto: 3 nights at the the three-star Chisun Standard Kyoto Horikawa Gojo (or similar)

Mount Koya: 1 night at Fugen in a three-star hotel (or similar)

Hiroshima: 2 nights at the Comfort Hotel Hiroshima Otemachi (or similar)

Fukuyama: 1 night at the three-star Hotel Trend Fukuyama (or similar)

Osaka: 1 night at the Comfort Hotel Osaka Shinsaibashi (or similar)

GOOD TO KNOW

Conditions of entry

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 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.

Currency

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

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.

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, with June being particularly rainy (rainy season), but temperatures are pleasant and it is still possible to visit the country, particularly the mountainous regions.

Autumn (September to November) is mild, with beautiful colours that make the landscape particularly charming, but it is also rainy: September is typhoon season in Japan. Rainfall can be heavy and is often accompanied by wind (if there is a violent typhoon, train services may be suspended). October and November are cool but sunny months, when you can admire the Momiji (the maple trees turning red).

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!

ACCOMMODATION

For technical reasons, hotels may be replaced by accommodation of the same category. The order of the stages and the itinerary 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. Ryokan accommodation: Access to the communal onsens (Japanese thermal baths) is generally prohibited for people with tattoos.

Tourist tax not included, payable locally. Approximate amount to be paid to date: three-star hotel = €2 a room a night Check-in is usually in the middle of the 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.

TRANSPORT

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 daily itinerary to suit you! 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 around 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.

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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