Heart of Japan

Welcome to Japan - the Land of Rising Sun!

Upon arrival in Tokyo Narita Airport, you will be welcomed by your representative and transferred to your hotel by the airport limousine bus. Check In to Hotel and rest day free by your own.
On one hand, Tokyo has a quaint oriental charm whereas the modern Tokyo is like any other energetic metropolis of the western world. The city will surprise you by the architectural wonders, the high-rises and skyscrapers which are the signature style of Tokyo. The city is very clean and you will have all kinds of amenities and conforms in Tokyo that will definitely make your travel a remarkable experience.

This morning proceed on a Tokyo city tour covering Tokyo Tower-Standing 333 meters high in the centre of Tokyo, Tokyo Tower is the world's tallest, self-supported steel tower and 13 meters taller than its model, the Eiffel Tower. Imperial Palace-The current Imperial Palace is located on the former site of Edo Castle, a large park area surrounded by moats and massive stone walls in the center of Tokyo, a short walk from Tokyo Station. It is the residence of Japan's Imperial Family.
Asakusa Nakamise - Asakusa is the center of Tokyo's shitamachi (literally "low city"), one of Tokyo's districts, where an atmosphere of the Tokyo of past decades survives.Asakusa's main attraction is Sensoji, a very popular Buddhist temple, built in the 7th century. Later Proceed to Indian Restaurant followed by transfer to hotel. Overnight at hotel. (B, D)

After breakfast you will Mt Fuji5th (Subject to weather) -> Owakudani Ropeway -> Lake Ashi (Short Cruise) The end of the Fuji Subaru Line places you almost close enough to grab the summit of Mount Fuji. It’s a great spot for sightseeing. There are also a number of souvenir shops and restaurants. It is a great place for those who want to just view Mt. Fuji, for those who have brought their family and/or people who aren’t physically able to climb the mountain.Owakudani Ropeway-Owakudani is the area around a crater created during the last eruption of Mount Hakone some 3000 years ago. Today, much of the area is an active volcanic zone where sulphurous fumes, hot springs and hot rivers can be experienced. Additionally, Owakudani has good views of Mount Fuji on clear days.
Lake Ashi - Lake Ashinoko was formed in the caldera of Mount Hakone after the volcano's last eruption 3000 years ago. Today, the lake with Mount Fuji in the background is the symbol of Hakone. The lake's shores are mostly undeveloped except for small towns in the east and north and a couple of lakeside resort hotels.
Later Transfer to Indian restaurant followed by transfer to hotel. (B, D)

After breakfast take Bullet Train from Tokyo to Kyoto and proceed for Kyoto city tour-> Nijo Castle -> The golden Pavilion -> Imperial Palace (Pass by). *Overnight baggage transfer to Hotel in Osaka (Need 1day backpack) (In evening transfer to Osaka hotel by coach followed by Indian dinner.

Nijo Castle was built in 1603 as the Kyoto residence of Tokugawa Ieyasu, the first shogun of the Edo Period (1603-1867). His grandson Iemitsu completed the castle's palace buildings 23 years later and further expanded the castle by adding a five story castle keep.

Kinkakuji is a Zen temple in northern Kyoto whose top two floors are completely covered in gold leaf. Formally known as Rokuonji, the temple was the retirement villa of the shogun Ashikaga Yoshimitsu, and according to his will it became a Zen temple of the Rinzai sect after his death in 1408. Kinkakuji was the inspiration for the similarly named Ginkakuji (Silver Pavilion), built by Yoshimitsu's grandson, Ashikaga Yoshimasa, on the other side of the city a few decades later.

After breakfast proceed for Nara Tour -> Todaiji -> Nara Deer Park -> Arashiyama Tour (Arashiyama Bamboo Forest -> Togetsu Bridge). ( B. D)

The park is home to hundreds of freely roaming deer. Considered in Shinto to be messengers of the gods, Nara's nearly 1200 deer have become a symbol of the city and have even been designated as a natural treasure. Nara's deer are surprisingly tame, although they can be aggressive if they think you will feed them. Deer crackers are for sale around the park, and some deer have learned to bow to visitors to ask to be fed.

Todaiji is one of Japan's most famous and historically significant temples and a landmark of Nara. The temple was constructed in 752 as the head temple of all provincial Buddhist temples of Japan and grew so powerful that the capital was moved from Nara to Nagaoka in 784 in order to lower the temples.

The walking paths that cut through the bamboo groves make for a nice walk or bicycle ride. The groves are particularly attractive when there is a light wind and the tall bamboo stalks sway gently back and forth. The bamboo has been used to manufacture various products, such as baskets, cups, boxes and mats at local workshops for centuries.

Later Proceed for Indian Dinner followed by transfer to hotel. (B,D)

After breakfast proceed to Hiroshima by Coach Visit Atomic Bomb Museum -> Peace memorial Park. In Evening transfer to hotel followed by dinner at Indian Restaurant.

Atomic Bomb Dome The A-Bomb Dome, also known as the Hiroshima Peace Memorial, is what remains of the former Prefectural Industrial Promotion Hall. The building served as a location to promote Hiroshima's industries. When the bomb exploded, it was one of the few buildings to remain standing, and remains so today. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the A-Bomb Dome is a tangible link to Hiroshima's unique past.

Peace Memorial Museum & Park Hiroshima's Peace Memorial Park is one of the most prominent features of the city. Before the bomb, the area of what is now the Peace Park was the political and commercial heart of the city. For this reason, it was chosen as the pilot's target. Four years to the day after the bomb was dropped, it was decided that the area would not be redeveloped but instead devoted to peace memorial facilities. The park's main facility is the Peace Memorial Museum. Consisting of two buildings, the museum surveys the history of Hiroshima and the advent of the nuclear bomb. Its main focus though is on the events of the dropping of the bomb and its outcome in human suffering. The personal details displayed are quite upsetting and serve to remind that we should not take peace for granted.

After Breakfast proceed for Miyajima/ Itsukushima ->

Miyajima is a small island less than an hour outside the city of Hiroshima. It is most famous for its giant torii gate, which at high tide seems to float on the water. The sight is ranked as one of Japan's three best views.

Later Proceed to Osaka and Dinner at Indian Restaurant. Check in To the hotel (B, D)

After Breakfast take hotel shuttle to Osaka Airport with memory of beautiful holiday. (B)