Japan Escape

Konnichiwa, Japan! Welcome to Tokyo, Japan’s capital city. Hotel check-in is available mid-afternoon.

Monumental Metropolis Start with a visit to Meiji Shrine, a magnificent 20th-century Shinto monument set in a man-made forest, then partake in a [LOCAL FAVORITE] tea ceremony. Last stop is the Asakusa Kannon Templeand Nakamise shopping arcade. Tonight, join your travel companions at a welcome dinner hosted by your Tour Director. (B,L,D) LOCAL FAVORITE PLANNED TO A TEA Participate in a tea ceremony, the ancient tradition and carefully choreographed ritual of preparing and serving Japanese green tea.

Tokyo to Go Enjoy a full day at your leisure to explore the city. (B) ENHANCED FREE TIME EXPLORE MORE Tokyo has something for everyone so visit one of the city’s unique neighborhoods like Ginza or Shibuya districts, dine at the street food markets, or take a full day excursion to the Five Lakes region and spectacular Mt Fuji.

Graceful Hiroshima Board one of Japan’s famous shinkansen (bullet train) bound for historic Hiroshima. Join your Local Guide for a visit to the 400-year-old Shukkei-en Garden, where natural landscapes are represented in miniature form. (B,D) TOUR HIGHLIGHT SPEEDING BULLET Board a shinkansen (bullet train) en route to Hiroshima for a comfortable ride through space and time in the tradition of the fastest way to travel in Japan.