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Tour Itinerary

Countries Visited

Japan

Cities Visited

Hiroshima Kyoto Nikko Osaka Tokyo

  1. Day 1
    Depart the USA
    Depart the USA on your overnight flight to Tokyo, Japan, a place where centuries of history meet a vibrant, cosmopolitan city.
  2. Day 2
    Tokyo, Japan
    Upon arrival, you'll be met by a Mayflower Cruises & Tours representative and transferred to your hotel. The remainder of the day is at leisure until the included dinner this evening. Meal: D
    Meals:   Dinner
  3. Day 3
    Tokyo
    Begin your immersion into the Asian culture with an included guided tour. Visit the city's most famous shrine, Meiji Jingu, dedicated to the deified spirits of Emperor Meiji and Empress Shoken. The tranquil forest is entered via the massive torii gate and is an oasis amidst the sights and sounds of the surrounding city. En route to Asakusa, see the Tokyo Tower and pass through the entertainment district of Roppongi. Asakusa is Tokyo's old town, the city's oldest Geisha district, and home to Tokyo's oldest Buddhist temple, Senso-ji. Visit the temple and stroll through its surrounding streets to see the traditional shops. Return to the hotel for an afternoon and evening at leisure. Meal: B
    Meals:   Breakfast
  4. Day 4
    Nikko
    Today's excursion includes scenic wonders with a visit to Lake Chuzenji in the mountains above the town of Nikko, and the Kegon Waterfall. The elevator takes you to the observation platform at the base of the 328-foot-high waterfall from where you'll have an amazing view. After free time for lunch on your own, continue to the Tosho-gu shrine complex. Built as a mausoleum for the founder of the Tokugawa Shogunate, this lavish complex is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. With over a dozen Shinto and Buddhist buildings, the architecture, elaborate decorations and surrounding nature make this a remarkable site. Following a full day of history and beauty, return to the hotel in Tokyo. Meal: B
    Meals:   Breakfast
  5. Day 5
    Tokyo – Kyoto
    Today's adventure begins with a journey on the famed bullet train to Kyoto. Upon arrival, your guide leads you on a walking tour through the Higashiyama district. Admire the picture-perfect streets, whose gently sloped stone stairways are lined with tea houses and artisan shops. Visit the Buddhist Temple of Kiyomizu, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and Historic Monument of Ancient Kyoto, where you'll be in awe of this architectural masterpiece. The 42-foot-high balcony offers an impressive view of Kyoto. After checking into the hotel, the afternoon is at leisure before the included dinner. Meals: B, D
    Meals:   Breakfast   Dinner
  6. Day 6
    Nara / Kyoto
    As former capital of Japan, Nara is home to many ancient temples and shrines. After arriving by coach, stroll through Nara Park where you'll encounter free-roaming deer who may pose for a photo. At the Todai-ji Temple complex, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, see the most famous resident - the world's largest bronze statue of the Buddha Vairocana, housed in the Great Buddha Hall. While in the park, visit the Shinto shrine Kasuga Taisha, adorned with more than 3,000 lanterns, and discover its beauty and serenity. This afternoon, become acquainted with the local art of calligraphy as you attend a class and create your own masterpiece. Meal: B
    Meals:   Breakfast
  7. Day 7
    Kyoto
    Start the day with a visit to Kinkaku-ji, the Golden Pavilion. Built as a retirement villa for the Shogun, today it is one of Kyoto's most famous Buddhist temples. Excitement awaits as you experience Kyoto like a local…on a rickshaw ride! Starting at the landmark Togetsukyo Bridge, your driver pulls the rickshaw through the Arashiyama district. Weave in and out of local neighborhoods, getting an up close look at traditional Japanese houses. Pass by Nonomiya Shrine, the setting of The Tale of Genji, a book referred to as the world's first novel. This afternoon, visit Kodai-ji, one of the city's most famous Zen Buddhist temples. Mayflower Cruises & Tours has received special permission to enter this 400-year-old temple to attend a tea ceremony. Stroll around the beautiful Zen garden, then meet the tea master who explains about Japanese tea and the relationship between the ceremony and Zen Buddhism. Partake in the ceremony as you join the teacher in making tea. Return to the hotel for an evening at leisure. Meal: B
    Meals:   Breakfast
  8. Day 8
    Kyoto – Hiroshima
    Before departing Kyoto, visit one of the most unusual Shinto shrines in Japan - Fushimi Inari. Composed of thousands of vermilion torii gates following trails inside the forests of Mt. Inari, the shrine was also featured in Memoirs of a Geisha. Feel the mystical atmosphere created by the colors of the torii and surrounding nature. This afternoon, travel by bullet train to Hiroshima for an included dinner and two-night stay. Meals: B, D
    Meals:   Breakfast   Dinner
  9. Day 9
    Hiroshima / Miyajima
    Witness history with a visit to Peace Memorial Park and Museum. The A-Bomb Dome is one of the few buildings to remain standing after the nuclear attack and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, commemorating the tragic day and remaining a link to the city's past. This afternoon, board a ship which traverses the World Heritage Sea Route along the Honkawa and Motoyasu Rivers to Hiroshima Bay. Enjoy the landscape of the city before crossing to Miyajima Island, one of the most scenic spots in Japan, on the beautiful Seto Inland Sea. Visit the Itsukushima Shrine, a Shinto shrine best known for its "floating" torii gate. See Daisho-in, the most visited Buddhist temple on the island, and be sure to follow tradition and spin the sutras leading up to the main hall. Return to Hiroshima by ferry for an evening at leisure. Meal: B
    Meals:   Breakfast
  10. Day 10
    Hiroshima – Osaka
    Your final adventure on a bullet train takes you to Osaka, where you'll enjoy a city tour upon arrival. At the Umeda Sky Building, ascend to the 558-foot high observation deck via glass-enclosed escalator for a stunning panoramic view of the city below. Visit Dontonbori, the famous shopping area, and enjoy time for shopping and lunch on your own. Continue on to Osaka Castle, one of Japan's most famous landmarks, whose tower miraculously survived the war, before arriving at your hotel. A farewell dinner is included this evening. Meals: B, D
    Meals:   Breakfast   Dinner
  11. Day 11
    Osaka / USA
    It's time to say "Sayonara" as you depart for the airport with a newfound understanding of the people, history and traditions of Japan. Meal: B
    Meals:   Breakfast

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Inclusions

13 Meals: 9 breakfasts and 4 dinners, Airport transfers on tour dates when air is provided by Mayflower Cruises & Tours, Local Tour Manager throughout your journey in Japan, Experience three journeys on the famed bullet train, Visit the must see temples, shrines and UNESCO World Heritage Sites of these historic cities, View the scenic wonders of Lake Chuzenji and the Kegon Waterfall, Enjoy a rickshaw ride in Kyoto through the Arashiyama district, Participate in a tea-making ceremony with a local tea master, Create your own calligraphy masterpiece during an included class, See the shrine of Fushimi Inari, featured in Memoirs of a Geisha, Visit Hiroshima’s Peace Memorial Park and Museum, Cruise along the World Heritage Sea Route

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Question: How many suitcases can I take with me on my trip?

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Mayflower Tours Customer Trip Reviews

Overall Rating
3.9
Accommodations
3.7
Itinerary
4.1
Professional Staff
4.3
Repeat with Operator
3.8
Value for Money
3.6
Ratings based off 201 reviews about Mayflower Tours - currently showing 4 reviews with comments only

Our Tour Manager, Jolie, was outstanding. We were totally impressed with her professionalism, courtesy, empathy, and kindness. She is also informative and a lot of fun. She treated all of us with dignity and warmth. She kept us informed about departure times, meal times,and opportunities for self-touring. We appreciated her cheerful and fun-loving attitude. Our bus driver, Mike was terrific. Great driver, very professional, and personable. He went out of his way to transport us to different destinations and provided great service. The pick up service drivers, Steve and Ken were on-time, courteous and friendly.

First time with Mayflower Tours, it was great. We will travel with them again. The tour guide added optional attractions not listed on the tour itenerary which was a plus to us. Affordable Tours agent, Brendan, was great to deal with too. All and all a good experience.

This trip was amazing. It was exciting, interesting, and I appreciated the free time and flexibility to explore on my own. Elisabetta was an excellent tour specialist. I would travel with her again.

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