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JAPAN
SOUTH KOREA | TAIWAN
2020 – 2021
Our Award-Winning Collection of Escorted Tours & Tailormade Holidays
CONTENTS
WELCOME TO YOUR GUIDE TO JAPAN
The Wendy Wu Tours difference.......................................................4
4–15
Cultural encounters...................................................................... 10
Discover Japan with Wendy Wu Tours..............................................12
JAPAN!
Your tour, your way..........................................................................6
You’re in safe hands............................................................................ 8 Japan for all seasons........................................................................14
Award-winning expertise & Recommended by you............................. 9
CLASSIC TOURS 16–35
A Week in Japan.............................................................. 9 days 18 Japan Uncovered..........................................................18 days 28
Jewels of Japan.............................................................12 days 20 Ancient Empires of China & Japan – NEW.....................21 days 30
Discover Japan..............................................................14 days 22 Scenic South Korea – NEW...........................................14 days 32
Japan & the Scenic South – NEW..................................14 days 24 Treasures of Taiwan – NEW...........................................15 days 34
Journey Through Japan – NEW.....................................15 days 26
SOLO TOURS 36 –39
Highlights of Japan....................................................... 12 days 38
GO BEYOND TOURS 40 –45
Sapporo & Snow Monkeys.............................................13 days 42 Trails of Japan.............................................................. 14 days 44
TAILORMADE JAPAN 46 –49
90
How does it work?......................................................................... 47 Tailormade touring........................................................................ 48
EXTENSIONS & STOPOVERS 50-–109
98 60
Japan extensions.......................................................................... 52 Hong Kong stopovers.................................................................... 58
South Korea extensions................................................................. 54 Macao stopovers........................................................................... 59
Taiwan extensions.......................................................................... 56 Singapore stopovers.........................................................................60
MORE INFORMATION 61 –67
Hotels........................................................................................... 61 Your questions answered.............................................................. 64
Airlines......................................................................................... 62 Booking conditions...........................................................................66
Booking your tour.......................................................................... 63
Come and join us on an extraordinary adventure through this magical region on one of our
experience-packed tours. As every traveller is different, we’ve developed a range of touring styles
that will allow you to travel your way. Discover the best option for you here:
CLASSIC GO BEYOND
See the classic sights in the company of expert guides so you can really Venture off the beaten track to explore fascinating destinations
understand the history and culture of the destination. On our Classic away from the tourist trail. You will discover the local culture in depth
tours we take care of everything, leaving you to sit back and enjoy the and see sights rarely witnessed by other travellers. These tours take
experience to the full. The tours are fully inclusive of all meals and a you away from the comforts of home but will reward you with the
comprehensive touring programme. experiences of a lifetime.
SOLO TAILORMADE
Designed exclusively for customers travelling solo, these tours provide For the ultimate in bespoke touring, one of our expert consultants will
a ready-made group of like-minded travellers to enjoy your holiday help you in designing a tour to meet your exact requirements. Select
with. You will be looked after all the way by an expert guide who will your choice of destinations, accommodation, touring and experiences
involve you in the group activities discovering the sights and enjoying to create the perfect holiday for you.
cultural experiences. A room of your own is guaranteed with no
supplement to pay.
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This 2020–2021 brochure is once again packed with pioneering tours exploring this magical region! Travelling
with us, you are safe in the knowledge that over the past 25 years, we’ve mastered the art of creating a tour
that balances the iconic sights with local experiences, to give you the perfect overview of your destination.
Throw in the exceptional value of our inclusions, the expertise of our team and the host of fantastic guides we
have waiting to show you their homeland, and you’ve got an extraordinary adventure!
I’m also excited for you to see our brand-new tours for 2020–2021: two Japan tours exploring two exciting
new regions of the country, a combined China and Japan tour, a South Korea adventure and a journey
through Taiwan.
We can’t wait to welcome you on tour soon and show you Japan the Wendy Wu way.
Wendy Wu – Owner, Wendy Wu Tours
THE WENDY WU
TOURS DIFFERENCE
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UNRIVALLED EXCEPTIONAL COMPREHENSIVE EXTRAORDINARY BEST GUIDES FLY FROM YOUR SAFE AND PRIVATE GROUP
EXPERTISE VALUE RANGE OF TOURS EXPERIENCES IN THE BUSINESS LOCAL AIRPORT SECURE SPECIALISTS
We are proud to be We aim to include as Whether you’re looking for We’ve been blazing trails into Through their local For your convenience, on We are a member of IATA and Got a unique interest
recognised as one of much as possible so you a classic escorted tour Asia for 25 years, building our expertise, dedication the majority of our tours an allied member of TAANZ you’d like to indulge with
New Zealand’s leading can just sit back and enjoy experience, a luxury journey local expertise and finding and passion, our guides you’ll be able to fly from a and our holidays are fully a group of fellow hobbyists?
specialist operators to Asia, the experience. Your or something more off-the- those rarely visited places and will make sure you don’t New Zealand airport near protected. No problem, we can plan a
a reputation we’ve been accommodation, most meals, beaten-track, we’ve got a tour authentic cultural experiences miss a thing. you, usually at no extra cost. host of exciting itineraries that
building since 1994. All our touring, transport and expert or tailormade holiday for you. that make your holiday truly will fulfil your group’s wants
staff have travelled extensively guides – we include it all. special. Look out for the and needs.
throughout the region and are ‘Experiences You’ll Love’ on
extremely knowledgeable on each of our tour pages.
all things Asia.
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YOUR TOUR, YOUR WAY
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We want every person who travels with us to enjoy ACCOMMODATION STYLES PHYSICAL
each extraordinary second of their Wendy Wu You can be safe in the knowledge that your accommodation RATING 1 3 5
adventure, so we’ve made it easy to ensure that has been hand-picked to best suit the locations you’ll visit. Our
Classic tours feature comfortable, locally rated 3 star to 4 star All our tours feature a LEVEL 1 LEVEL 3 LEVEL 5
you are getting a holiday that is perfect for you. As physical rating to help you
properties, ranging from smart business hotels to family-run
well as Tour Styles (which you’ll find on page 2), A reasonable level of A good level of fitness is You’ll need to be fit and
guesthouses. On Go Beyond tours, you may find yourself in select the right holiday for
fitness is required but it’s required as you need to be adventurous to participate
we also give each tour a physical rating, choose more unusual, characterful or more rustic accommodation which you. Every one of our tours
more about spending time comfortable walking for 2-3 in these tours as on some
fits perfectly with the adventurous spirit of these tours. requires the ability to walk
accommodation that fits the tour and allow you to on your feet rather than hours and covering longer days you will be active for
around sights unaided, whilst
tailor your trip… covering large distances. distances. Other activities most of the day. The terrain
CUSTOMISE YOUR TRIP more active tours involve
You’ll be getting on and off such as cycling will be at a may be more challenging
longer walks, cycling and
Interested in exploring your destination further, stopping off en coaches and boats, walking gentle pace and will involve and the activities more
TOUR PACE route or adding on some relaxation time? All you have to do
other physical activities.
around the sights and straightforward terrain. physically demanding.
Tours at altitude will have a
We’re not going to deny it, on many of our tours you’re going to is ask! We have a fantastic range of extension and stopover climbing some steps.
higher physical rating. For A Level 4 tour will feature
be busy! But we want to make sure you don’t miss a single thing. packages (see page 50) or, if you’re looking for something a
more information on why A Level 2 tour will involve a similar physical activities
Packing your holiday full of extraordinary experiences means bit different, our knowledgeable team of experts can help you
each tour has been rated the little more time on your feet but these may be longer in
some early starts and late finishes, but you can be sure that you’ll create your very own add-on to any tour in this brochure!
way it has, have a look at than a Level 1 tour and duration or on slightly more
return home with some incredible memories!
the detailed ‘Tour Dossier’ may involve more steps challenging terrain.
available to download and/or walking.
on each tour page of our
website.
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You're in safe hands Award-winning expertise
Our guides are the stars of the show; it is their unrivalled knowledge, passion and expertise that We are so proud of the numerous awards we’ve
will transform your tour experience from good to truly extraordinary! received over the years in recognition of the
extraordinary travel experience we provide to
our customers. We’re just doing what we do
‘’The first thing to say is that our Japan tour ranks among best – creating memories to cherish and providing
the best we have ever been on, particular praise must exceptional levels of customer service.
however go to our tour guide, the best guide we have
ever had the pleasure of leading a tour group. She
was an absolute mine of information about all things
Japanese, worked tirelessly to ensure that everything ran
Recommended by you
smoothly and had a great sense of humour that made Awards are all well and good, but it’s our customer
every day an enjoyable experience. She should be
feedback that means the most to us. We’re proud of our
declared a Japanese National Treasure!!’’
5-star Trip Advisor rating and the fact that so many of
Mr and Mrs Gilchrist our customers would be happy to recommend us to their
friends and family – these are all the accolades we need.
AWARD - WINNING GUIDING ALL OF OUR
On all of our group tours you will be accompanied by a NATIONAL ESCORTS...
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dedicated guide, known as your ‘National Escort’. Their
dedication, personality and sense of fun will immediately put
Have at least five years’ guiding experience
you at ease and make you feel part of the family. Are fluent in English
You will be able to put your utmost trust in your guide who will Were born and raised in Japan
navigate you through the eccentricities of the local way of life.
Go through rigorous and ongoing training programmes
Are at your service 24 hours a day
98% of customers would be happy to
recommend us to their friends and family!
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Cultural encounters, MOUNT FUJI BASE HIKE
every step of the way The iconic image of Japan, get up close to the
magnificent Mount Fuji with a hike through
the beautiful nature at its base. Enjoy this
experience on Trails of Japan.
To make sure you truly immerse yourself in your chosen destination we pack every single one of our tours
with authentic cultural experiences. We’ve highlighted our favourite ones on each tour page in the
‘Experiences You’ll Love’ box; but for now, here are just a few examples of what you can look forward to…
TEA CEREMONY
A perfect display of Japanese culture,
witness the preparation and performance
involved in the ‘Way of Tea’. Enjoy this
experience on almost all Japan tours.
WASHI PAPER MAKING
Learn about this traditional process before getting your
hands dirty making ‘washi’ (Japanese paper) the age-old
way for yourself! Enjoy this experience on Discover Japan
and Japan Uncovered.
MONASTERY STAY
Spend the night in a tatami mat room in a monastery
at holy mountain Koyasan, and rise early to join the
monks for their daily dawn chanting. Enjoy this on
Trails of Japan.
ZEN MEDITATION
Begin your journey towards inner peace
learning the basics of Zen meditation in
one of Kyoto’s beautiful old temples. Enjoy
this experience on Highlights of Japan.
SOBA NOODLE MAKING SUMO WRESTLING
One of the many, many types of Japanese noodles, Witness a sport that preserves many of Japan’s
learn to craft, roll and slice soba noodle dough before most ancient traditions – the rituals involved are as
cooking and devouring the delicious results! Enjoy this fascinating as the wrestling itself. Enjoy this experience
experience on Jewels of Japan. on Japan Uncovered and Trails of Japan.
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Discover Japan with
Wendy Wu Tours
CHINA
HOKKAIDO Japan is an archipelago packed with futuristic cities, imperial heritage and unique
SAPPORO culture. Add in epic natural beauty and phenomenal cuisine, and you have a dream
destination just begging to be explored.
WENDY' S TOP 8 JAPAN SIGHTS
BEIJING
JAPAN 1 MOUNT FUJI 2 HIROSHIMA
SOUTH With its perfectly proportioned cone, Mount Fuji is Japan’s The city of Hiroshima is a modern, vibrant place, despite the horrors of its
HONSHU iconic sight so we include it on all of our Japan tours. past. Visit the moving Peace Memorial Park to reflect on past events on
SEOUL KOREA 7
several of our Japan tours.
YUDANAKA
GYEONGJU MATSUMOTO
TAKAYAMA
1 6
TOKYO
BUSAN 8 3 NAGOYA
MT FUJI
2
HIMEJI KYOTO
HIROSHIMA
OSAKA NARA 4
FUKUOKA
KOYASAN
SHIKOKU 5 3 KYOTO 4 NARA 5 KOYASAN
SHANGHAI KYUSHU Kyoto is Japan’s ancient capital and cultural hub, A city famous for its bowing deer and being the A holy mountain dotted with monasteries, the
packed with enchanting sights, 17 of which are birthplace of Japanese culture, how could we wonderfully atmospheric and tranquil Koyasan
UNESCO World Heritage-listed. Kyoto features on leave that off the list? Visit Nara on several of features on our Highlights of Japan, Discover
all our Japan itineraries. our Japan tours. Japan and Trails of Japan tours.
TAIWAN
TAIPEI
6 TOKYO 7 SNOW 8 HIMEJI CASTLE
MONKEYS
A big, bright and brash city, Japan’s The best example of Japanese feudal castle architecture,
The Japanese macaques are a delight to Himeji Castle is seriously impressive. See it for yourself
capital perfectly epitomises the clash
watch as they bathe in natural hot pools close on most of our Japan tours.
of modern and traditional that is the
to the alpine town of Yudanaka. Meet them
Japan of today. Tokyo, of course,
TAINAN on our Japan Uncovered, Sapporo & Snow
features on all Japan tours.
Monkeys and Trails of Japan tours.
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Japan for all seasons
Japan is a country that can be enjoyed year round; here is our guide to what is
happening when, to help you decide what time of year you’d like to experience it.
AUTUMN LEAVES
Japan’s deep and rich autumn colours travel the opposite way to the
cherry blossom, starting in the very north in September and moving
southwards, reaching their peak in Tokyo, Kyoto and the surrounding
areas from mid-October. In the parks and temple gardens of the cities,
the leaves of the multitude of maple and gingko trees turn vibrant
shades of red, yellow and orange; if you are travelling into the
Japanese Alps, you’re in for an even more spectacular sight.
CHERRY BLOSSOM SEASON SUN AND SNOW
For centuries the cherry blossoms have been an inspiration for poetry Japan’s summer, June to August, may be hot and humid but it is the
writing and painting pictures amongst the Japanese, they even have season for festivals and fireworks. Enjoy impromptu celebrations or
a dedicated word for going out to fields and parks to appreciate escape to the mountains to find the cooler climes and maybe do some
it – ‘hanami’ which literally translates as ‘looking at flowers’. When hiking – this is also the only time of year that you are able to climb
you gaze on the sea of soft pink flowers it’s easy to see why both Mount Fuji.
they and many international visitors are so enamoured. Starting in
late January in the sub-tropical south, the blossoms sweep up the In the winter, outside the cities, the country becomes a snow-covered
country, reaching Tokyo and Kyoto in the first two weeks of April, wonderland. Vibrant ski resorts spring into action, ice festivals take
though this can vary due to the weather. In the two weeks after they place (Sapporo’s is the world’s biggest) and the Japanese macaques
first bloom, locals and visitors alike stroll, sit and picnic beneath the earn their snow monkey moniker. Oh, and there is nothing better than
laden boughs, but we particularly like to enjoy them lit up by lanterns the glorious warm waters of an onsen on a cold winter’s day!
at twilight. Cherry blossom season is extremely popular and our tours
often sell out a long way in advance. If you want to travel during this
period, make sure you book early!
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CLASSIC TOURS
For those looking for a fully escorted, fully-inclusive group journey
Meticulously designed journeys perfect for those who want to see ALL YOUR MEALS ARE INCLUDED
iconic sights and magnificent treasures on a fully-inclusive tour that Whilst breakfasts tend to be a mixture of local eats and familiar
is also fantastic value! With all your arrangements taken care of you dishes from home, when it comes to lunch and dinner, you’ll be
can travel with the utmost ease and confidence, travelling with a dining in local establishments. We include a few ‘feature meals’,
group of up to 28 fellow travellers and accompanied throughout by so you get to taste the signature dishes of the region, whilst the
one of our fantastic national escorts. rest of the time you’ll eat a delicious range of your destination’s
best food.
WHAT’S INCLUDED:
• International airfares NATIONAL ESCORTS
• 3 star plus – 4 star accommodation You can relax in the knowledge that throughout your tour you’ll be
• All meals in the company of one of our award-winning national escorts. With
• All transportation in destination their unparalleled knowledge, charisma and talent, these wonderful
• All entrance fees, guides and daily tours people are what can push your holiday from fantastic into the
realms of truly unforgettable.
EVERYTHING TAKEN CARE OF
With a Classic tour all your arrangements are taken care of – your AUTHENTIC EXPERIENCES
flights, all accommodation, transfers, touring, meals and, if you Thanks to the extensive expertise of our team, we can make sure
need them, your visas too! All you have to do is show up, explore you get to see those rarely visited places that will give you a more
and enjoy. authentic experience of the culture of the region and the chance
to meet the friendly local people. Keep an eye out for the
‘Experiences You’ll Love’ box on every tour page, for a taste
of cultural encounters that you will enjoy.
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A WEEK IN JAPAN
CLASSIC
A WEEK JAPAN
JAPAN
IN JAPAN OVERNIGHT FLIGHT
PHYSICAL RATING
1
TOKYO (2N)
KYOTO
9 DAYS FROM (2N)
MT FUJI HAKONE (1N)
IS THIS TOUR FOR YOU?
Limited for time? Discover Japan’s essential
OSAKA (1N)
NARA
$7,290
PER
highlights on this great-value tour. Explore the
PERSON historic cities of Kyoto and Nara, be awestruck
by the beauty of Mount Fuji and see the bright
lights of Tokyo and Osaka.
FLIGHT INCLUSIVE
FROM NEW ZEALAND
COACH TRAIN
ALL MEALS
TOUR TICKLIST
Stroll through vibrant Tokyo
Admire beautiful Mount Fuji
Discover Kyoto’s temples
Explore historic Nara
Experience the super-fast
bullet train
Admire majestic Mount Fuji Sample local cuisine Discover the majestic Osaka Castle
PRICE INCLUDES ITINERARY
• 6 breakfasts, 5 lunches & 6 dinners
DAYS 1-2: FLY TO TOKYO Tokyo Bay and enjoy dinner from the perfect vantage contemplate Japan’s most famous zen garden. Enjoy
• International flights and current taxes PRICES & DEPARTURES
Fly overnight to the vibrant, neon-bright metropolis of point to admire the supercharged lights of the city. a taste of authentic Japanese culture, experiencing
• Domestic transportation - PER PERSON, TWIN SHARE
Tokyo, Japan’s capital city. Depending on your time of the elegant ritual of a tea ceremony and learn the
• 3 star plus – 4 star accommodation DAY 4: MOUNT FUJI
arrival, the rest of the day is yours to start soaking up traditional art of calligraphy. 2020 DATES
• Touring with guides and entrance fees Travel by road from Tokyo to the iconic Mount Fuji,
the local culture. $7,530 $7,290
where you will ascend 2,400 metres up its slopes to the DAY 7: EXPLORE NARA & OSAKA 24 Mar - 01 Apr 05 May - 13 May
DAY 3: EXPLORE TOKYO 5th Station (weather permitting) for magnificent views This morning, depart for Nara. Another former capital, 28 Mar - 05 Apr $7,730 16 May - 24 May $7,290
Tokyo is a city that is always moving forward – from the of both Fuji’s cone and the surrounding landscapes. Nara also has a huge cultural legacy, considered 31 Mar - 08 Apr $7,730 12 Sep - 20 Sep $7,630
ever-changing skyline to the fashions and trends of the Transfer to the spa region of Hakone. Embark on a second only to Kyoto’s. This picturesque, compact 02 Apr - 10 Apr $7,730 26 Sep - 04 Oct $7,630
people who call it home. As modern as it may appear, cruise on the spectacular Lake Ashi, keeping an eye city is truly charming. Spend the morning discovering 05 Apr - 13 Apr $7,730 11 Oct - 19 Oct $7,830
behind the neon façade is a traditional soul that is out for the bright red of vermillion torii gates that nestle Todaiji Temple which houses the magnificent Daibutsu, 20 Apr - 28 Apr $7,290 19 Oct - 27 Oct $7,830
easy to find amongst the old alleyways, temples and on the surrounding hills and in the shallows of the lake a 15-metre-tall bronze statue of Buddha. Here, you will
itself. Next, fly high above the lake on the Komagatake also meet Nara’s famous sika deer, believed to be the 2021 DATES
shrines of the Edo era. Today you will experience both
Ropeway to the summit of Mount Komagatake where messengers of the Shinto gods. Stroll around Isuien, 24 Mar - 01 Apr $8,120 04 May - 11 May $7,890
sides of the city, ascending the soaring Tokyo Skytree,
the world’s tallest tower, for panoramic views, before the views of Mount Fuji will be breathtaking but weather a prime example of a Meiji-era (1868-1912) garden. 28 Mar - 05 Apr $8,340 15 May - 22 May $7,890
taking a wander through the old district of Asakusa. dependent of course! Continue to Osaka, where you will have lunch at a local 30 Mar - 07 Apr $8,340 11 Sep - 18 Sep $8,270
Stop to soak up the atmosphere at Sensoji, Tokyo’s restaurant and explore the Dotonbori district. Later, you 01 Apr - 09 Apr $8,340 25 Sep - 02 Oct $8,270
DAY 5: BULLET TRAIN TO KYOTO Nara’s Daibutsu Buddha
most famous and beloved temple and browse the can learn about the turbulent history of the magnificent 11 Apr - 19 Apr $8,340 10 Oct - 17 Oct $8,480
Transfer to Odawara Station to jump onboard the
stalls of Nakamise shopping street. You will also drive Osaka Castle. 20 Apr - 28 Apr $7,890 21 Oct - 28 Oct $8,480
Hikari bullet train and whizz your way to Kyoto. Capital
by the Imperial Palace Plaza and take a stroll through Flight and supplement information
Explore the ancient art of calligraphy for a millennium, Kyoto was also the heart of religion, DAY 8: DEPART OSAKA EXTEND YOUR STAY...
Hamarikyu Gardens. This evening, cruise the waters of
philosophy, art and cuisine, making it a treasure trove Fly to New Zealand, arriving home the following day. • Based on AKL, WLG & CHC departures
of history and culture. It is here that all of the best-
DAY 9: ARRIVE NEW ZEALAND
+ • Regional NZ departures available
EXPERIENCES YOU’LL LOVE known cultural arts were born – the tea ceremony, • Flight upgrades available on request
Kabuki and geisha to name a few. This afternoon, Arrive home today.
• Land only from $5,690 (Tokyo - Osaka)
ith traditional brushes, ink and paper, try your
W visit the magnificent Fushimi Inari Shrine, the most NOT LOOKING TO JOIN A GROUP? • Single room from $1,390
hand at the beautiful art of calligraphy, an important important of several thousands of shrines dedicated to Call us to arrange a private tour.
aspect of Japanese culture since its introduction the god Inari. Follow the pathway through thousands
from China in the 6th century. of vermillion torii gates that leads through a complex of
Experience the perfect display of Japanese culture shrines spread over a peaceful, forested hillside. HIROSHIMA & MIYA JIMA EXTENSION
as you witness the preparation and performance DAY 6: EXPLORE KYOTO 3 days from $1,710pp
involved in the ‘Way of Tea’, a traditional tea
Visit one of Japan’s most famous temples, Kinkakuji, HONG KONG GLIMPSES STOPOVER
ceremony.
also known as the ‘Golden Pavilion’. Set amongst 2 nights from $485pp
E mbark on a relaxed dinner cruise on the waters of classical Japanese zen gardens and on the edge of a
Tokyo Bay, enabling you to look back and admire reflecting pool, the temple’s main hall is covered in SINGAPORE STOPOVER
the bright, twinkling lights of the city by night. gold leaf – a breathtaking sight no matter what season 2 nights from $440pp
you visit in. Continue to Ryoanji Temple, where you can Visit page 50 to learn more about all of our extensions
Experience the buzzing Tokyo metropolis and stopovers. Visit the beautiful Kinkakuji Temple
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CLASSIC
JEWELS JAPAN
JAPAN
OF JAPAN OVERNIGHT FLIGHT
PHYSICAL RATING
1
TOKYO (3N)
KYOTO
12 DAYS FROM
(2N)
MT FUJI
FUJI FIVE LAKES (1N) IS THIS TOUR FOR YOU?
HIROSHIMA (2N) OSAKA (1N) MISHIMA See the classic sights of Japan, visiting
HIMEJI
$9,980
PER
modern Tokyo, iconic Mount Fuji and historic
PERSON MIYAJIMA Kyoto. A visit to Hiroshima’s Peace Memorial
Park and Museum and the holy island of
Miyajima complete this fascinating tour.
FLIGHT INCLUSIVE
FROM NEW ZEALAND
COACH BOAT TRAIN
ALL MEALS
PRICES & DEPARTURES
- PER PERSON, TWIN SHARE
2020 DATES
17 Mar - 28 Mar $10,380 13 May - 24 May $9,980
20 Mar - 31 Mar $10,580 17 May - 28 May $9,980
TOUR TICKLIST 29 Mar - 09 Apr $10,580 20 May - 31 May $9,980
30 Mar - 10 Apr $10,580 10 Sep - 21 Sep $9,980
Feel the rush of Tokyo
31 Mar - 11 Apr $10,580 20 Sep - 01 Oct $9,980
Admire beautiful Mount Fuji
01 Apr - 12 Apr $10,580 23 Sep - 04 Oct $9,980
Puzzle over Ryoanji 02 Apr - 13 Apr $10,580 28 Sep - 09 Oct $9,980
Be charmed by Kyoto 03 Apr - 14 Apr $10,580 06 Oct - 17 Oct $9,980
Reflect in Hiroshima 04 Apr - 15 Apr $10,580 12 Oct - 23 Oct $9,980
Explore relaxed Miyajima 07 Apr - 18 Apr $9,980 17 Oct - 28 Oct $10,280
Sail to the holy island of Miyajima Visit the village of Oshino Hakkai in Fuji Five Lakes 13 Apr - 24 Apr $9,980 23 Oct - 03 Nov $10,280
17 Apr - 28 Apr $9,980 02 Nov - 13 Nov $10,280
22 Apr - 03 May $9,980 09 Nov - 20 Nov $10,280
PRICE INCLUDES ITINERARY 06 May - 17 May $9,980
• 9 breakfasts, 8 lunches & 9 dinners
DAYS 1-2: FLY TO TOKYO village on the shores of Lake Saiko. Destroyed by a majestically out of the waters of the Seto Inland Sea. NOT LOOKING TO JOIN A GROUP? 2021 DATES
• International flights and current taxes
Fly overnight to the dazzling metropolis of Tokyo, landslide in 1966, the remaining thatch-roofed houses Enjoy some free time and take an optional ride on Call us to arrange a private tour. 17 Mar - 28 Mar $10,680 22 Apr - 03 May $10,280
• Domestic transportation
Japan’s capital city. Depending on your time of arrival, of this old village have been transformed into an open- the cable car up Mount Misen to enjoy the panoramic 20 Mar - 31 Mar $10,880 06 May - 17 May $10,280
+
• 3 star plus – 4 star accommodation
the rest of the day is yours to start soaking up the local air museum and craft village. views. Return to Hiroshima and take a moment to 23 Mar - 03 Apr $10,880 13 May - 24 May $10,280
• Touring with guides and entrance fees
culture. reflect at the Peace Memorial Park and Museum,
DAY 6: BULLET TRAIN TO KYOTO 26 Mar - 06 Apr $10,880 17 May - 28 May $10,280
paying homage to the victims of the 1945 atomic bomb
DAY 3: DISCOVER TOKYO Start the day with a visit to Oshino Hakkai before and also visit the Orizuro Tower.
29 Mar - 09 Apr $10,880 20 May - 31 May $10,280
Begin today with a stroll through the Imperial Palace learning how to make your very own traditional 30 Mar - 10 Apr $10,880 10 Sep - 21 Sep $10,880
East Garden and then take time to explore the Japanese soba noodles which you will then tuck into DAY 10: HIMEJI CASTLE 31 Mar - 11 Apr $10,880 20 Sep - 01 Oct $10,880
Edo-Tokyo Museum to learn about Tokyo’s historical for lunch! Later, transfer to Mishima station and journey Travel to Himeji to visit its famous castle. The feudal era 01 Apr - 12 Apr $10,880 23 Sep - 04 Oct $10,880
heritage. After lunch, seek out the tranquillity at Sensoji on the bullet train to Kyoto. An enchanting city, Kyoto fort, one of the most impressive in Japan, towers over 02 Apr - 13 Apr $10,880 28 Sep - 09 Oct $10,880
was capital for 1,000 years; today it is the legacy of the city and is recognisable as the backdrop to several SEE SHIBAZAKURA FESTIVAL
Temple in Asakusa district, followed by a visit to the 03 Apr - 14 Apr $10,880 06 Oct - 17 Oct $10,880
observation deck of the 634-metre Skytree ancient Japan, full of tranquil temples, silk-clad geisha major films. Appreciate its turbulent past before strolling During the month of May, a special visit to the Fuji 04 Apr - 15 Apr $10,880 12 Oct - 23 Oct $10,880
for panoramic views over the sprawling city below. and sublime gardens. around Kokoen, the Edo-style gardens just across the Shibazakura Festival has been included on day 5. 07 Apr - 18 Apr $10,280 17 Oct - 28 Oct $10,880
castle moat. Later, transfer to Osaka for an overnight This is the best time of the year and one of the most
DAY 4: MEIJI SHRINE DAY 7: EXPLORE KYOTO stay.
13 Apr - 24 Apr $10,280 23 Oct - 03 Nov $10,880
Enjoy a full day tour of Kyoto starting with a visit to scenic places in Japan to see the pink moss phlox in 17 Apr - 28 Apr $10,280 02 Nov - 13 Nov $10,880
Start the day with a relaxing wander around the full bloom! Contact us for more information.
classical landscapes of the Hamarikyu Garden. one of Kyoto’s delightful temples – the 17th-century DAY 11: DEPART OSAKA Flight and supplement information
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Experience geisha culture • Based on AKL, WLG & CHC departures
to the deified spirits of Emperor Meiji and his wife, by experiencing the ritual of the sacred tea ceremony
DAY 12: ARRIVE NEW ZEALAND • Regional NZ departures available
Empress Shoken, before driving past the famous and try your hand at the art of origami. Also meet with EXTEND YOUR STAY...
EXPERIENCES YOU’LL LOVE Arrive home today. • Flight upgrades available on request
Shibuya Crossing. Enjoy the afternoon at leisure to either a maiko (apprentice geisha) or geisha and learn
explore as you wish. End the day with a dinner cruise about their way of life and culture before exploring the + • Land only from $8,380 (Tokyo - Osaka)
• Single room from $1,880
T he most iconic symbol of Japanese culture, no trip on Tokyo Bay and witness the city lit up at night. impressive Fushimi Inari Shrine with its remarkable
to Japan is complete without at least a glimpse of 10,000 red torii gates.
a geisha. On this tour you’ll meet a geisha in Kyoto DAY 5: MOUNT FUJI & FUJI FIVE LAKES
Journey through the foothills of the iconic Mount Fuji DAY 8: JOURNEY TO HIROSHIMA
and learn about their fascinating culture.
to its base where we find the Fuji Five Lakes. The Begin the day with a visit to Ryoanji Temple, home
The buckwheat soba noodle is one of Japan’s most to Japan’s most famous zen garden and the famous
famous culinary exports - try your hand at making region is spectacularly dotted by the calm waters of
five lakes, formed by past volcanic eruptions, reflecting Kinkakuji Temple, known as the ‘Golden Pavilion’.
them from scratch, before feasting on the delicious Continue to Osaka, arriving in time for lunch in the NARA EXTENSION
results for lunch. Mount Fuji’s picture-perfect cone. Upon arrival, ascend 2 days from $780pp
2,000 metres up to Mount Fuji’s 5th Station (weather vibrant Dotonbori district. Later, travel by bullet train to
T ake part in a handicraft experience - the traditions Hiroshima. A city that needs no introduction, Hiroshima HONG KONG GLIMPSES STOPOVER
permitting) where, with its perfectly conical peak
and techniques of the intricate art of origami. You’ll today is vibrant and modern with a forward thinking,
looming overhead, you can take in the breathtaking 2 nights from $485pp
learn to fold some of the simpler, but still impres- sunny outlook.
sive, shapes and designs. views over the landscapes below. After lunch, continue GARDENS BY THE BAY STOPOVER
to Itchiku Kubota Art Museum to view the artist’s DAY 9: HIROSHIMA & MIYAJIMA 3 nights from $480pp
elaborate dyed silk creations and spend some time Hop on the ferry to the holy island of Miyajima and
strolling around the beautiful garden. Also explore visit the Itsukushima Shrine, a UNESCO World Heritage Visit page 50 to learn more about all of our extensions
Iyashi no Sato Historical Village, a former farming Site and one of Japan’s most recognisable, rising and stopovers. See Hiroshima Peace Memorial
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OSAKA (2N) NARA (1N) xSee the classic sights of Japan including
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Tokyo, Mount Fuji and the historic capitals
PERSON KOYASAN of Kyoto and Nara. Also travel across the
Japanese Alps to the cultural centres of
Takayama, Shirakawago and Kanazawa.
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2020 DATES
19 Mar - 01 Apr $11,280 12 May - 25 May $10,280
22 Mar - 04 Apr $11,380 16 May - 29 May $10,280
TOUR TICKLIST 24 Mar - 06 Apr $11,380 19 May - 01 Jun $10,280
Feel the rush of Tokyo 30 Mar - 12 Apr $11,380 20 Sep - 03 Oct $10,580
Admire great Mount Fuji 31 Mar - 13 Apr $11,380 25 Sep - 08 Oct $10,580
02 Apr - 15 Apr $11,380 29 Sep - 12 Oct $10,980
Be charmed by Kyoto
03 Apr - 16 Apr $11,380 07 Oct - 20 Oct $10,980
Visit Buddhist Koyasan
04 Apr - 17 Apr $10,980 17 Oct - 30 Oct $11,380
See ancient Nara
06 Apr - 19 Apr $10,980 27 Oct - 09 Nov $11,380
Explore the Japanese Alps
15 Apr - 28 Apr $10,980 03 Nov - 16 Nov $11,380
Explore the rural UNESCO-listed Shirakawago Explore the beautiful Matsumoto Castle
21 Apr - 04 May $10,580 10 Nov - 23 Nov $11,380
05 May - 18 May $10,580
PRICE INCLUDES ITINERARY 2021 DATES
• 11 breakfasts, 10 lunches & 11 dinners 19 Mar - 01 Apr $11,580 05 May - 18 May $10,880
• International flights and current taxes DAYS 1-2: FLY TO TOKYO DAY 6: EXPLORE TAKAYAMA DAY 10: DISCOVER NARA 22 Mar - 04 Apr $11,680 12 May - 25 May $10,580
• Domestic transportation Fly overnight to the dazzling metropolis of Tokyo, Browse the local handicrafts and fresh produce at the Visit Fushimi Inari Shrine, remarkable for its 10,000
24 Mar - 06 Apr $11,680 16 May - 29 May $10,580
• 3 star plus – 4 star accommodation Japan’s capital city. Depending on your time of arrival, Miyagawa morning market and wander past some of vermillion torii gates. Continue to Nara, a relaxed and
27 Mar - 09 Apr $11,680 19 May - 01 Jun $10,580
the rest of the day is yours to start soaking up the local the lovely traditional houses. You’ll also visit several of charming town virtually untouched by the ravages of
• Touring with guides and entrance fees 29 Mar - 11 Apr $11,680 08 Sep - 21 Sep $10,880
culture. the excellent local museums – including the Festival modernity. Home to many archetypal pieces of early
Floats Museum, Kusakabe Folk Crafts Museum art and architecture, stroll through Nara Park to Todaiji 30 Mar - 12 Apr $11,680 15 Sep - 28 Sep $10,880
DAY 3: TOKYO CITY TOUR and Takayama Jinya. Also enjoy some free time in Temple, meeting the resident sika deer en-route, before 31 Mar - 13 Apr $11,680 22 Sep - 05 Oct $11,280
Tokyo is the ultimate 24-hour city, but look behind its Kamisannomachi Street. exploring Isuien Garden. 02 Apr - 15 Apr $11,680 07 Oct - 20 Oct $11,280
frantic, high-tech frontage and you will find plenty of 03 Apr - 16 Apr $11,680 17 Oct - 30 Oct $11,680
tranquil backstreets and old temples to explore. Begin DAY 7: SHIRAKAWAGO & KANAZAWA DAY 11: KOYASAN 04 Apr - 17 Apr $11,280 27 Oct - 09 Nov $11,680
at the observation deck of the 634-metre Skytree, the Get a glimpse of rural Japan at the UNESCO World The holy mountain of Koyasan is home to a cluster of
06 Apr - 19 Apr $11,280 03 Nov - 16 Nov $11,680
world’s tallest tower, before wandering through the old Heritage-listed Shirakawago which is famous for over 100 monasteries nestled in a valley enclosed by
12 Apr - 25 Apr $11,280 10 Nov - 23 Nov $11,680
district of Asakusa. Stop to seek out the tranquillity of its farmhouses built in the unique gassho-zukuri peaks said to resemble a lotus flower. Wander around
18 Apr - 01 May $10,880
the ancient Buddhist Sensoji Temple, Tokyo’s oldest. architectural style. Continue to Gokayama to have a go Okunoin – a vast cemetery of 200,000 stupas. Full
Discover Tokyo’s historical heritage with a drive past the at washi paper making, then travel to Kanazawa and of atmosphere, enjoy the tranquillity and spectacular Flight and supplement information
Imperial Palace Plaza. Later, stroll through the classical meander through the beautiful Kenrokuen Garden, one views as you discover Kongobuji Temple and the Garan • Based on AKL, WLG & CHC departures
landscapes of Hamarikyu Gardens. This evening, take of the Three Great Gardens of Japan. Temple Complex. Later, continue to Osaka. • Regional NZ departures available
a relaxed dinner cruise on Tokyo Bay for some excellent Discover the sacred mountain of Koyasan
• Flight upgrades available on request
DAY 8: GOLD LEAF MAKING DAY 12: EXPLORE OSAKA
city vistas. • Land only from $8,680 (Tokyo - Osaka)
Begin the day learning the process of making gold leaf. Today, explore Osaka Castle, take a short cruise along
• Single room from $2,040
Learn about miso seasoning DAY 4: MOUNT FUJI Next, stroll through traditional Higashi Chaya (Eastern the Yodogawa River and stroll through Dotonbori, a EXTEND YOUR STAY...
Take the super-fast bullet train to Odawara. Enjoy a Teahouse District), visiting Ochaya Shima – a historical restaurant mecca, where you can sample the local
EXPERIENCES YOU’LL LOVE
boat trip on Lake Ashi for spectacular panoramas of geisha house. Later, journey to Kyoto. Capital for 1,000 delicacies for lunch. The remainder of the day is free +
this beautiful area before venturing up the Komagatake years, until 1879, today Kyoto is the legacy of ancient for you to explore this fascinating city.
Ropeway. Next, ascend over 2,000 metres up Mount Japan, full of tranquil temples, silk-clad geisha and
Learn all about the traditional production of an es- sublime gardens. DAY 13: DEPART OSAKA
Fuji to the 5th Station, (weather permitting) and take
sential element of Japanese cooking, the fermented Fly to New Zealand, arriving home the following day.
in the breathtaking views over the Fuji Five Lakes area
soybean paste ‘miso’, at an old wooden miso house. DAY 9: EXPLORE KYOTO
below. DAY 14: ARRIVE NEW ZEALAND
Start the day with a visit to Ryoanji, the ‘temple of the
J oin a dedicated craftsperson in a small workshop to Arrive home today.
learn all about the lovely and intricate art of gold leaf
DAY 5: MATSUMOTO CASTLE peaceful dragon’ and the famous Kinkakuji, also known
HIROSHIMA & MIYA JIMA EXTENSION
making, discover what the gold leaf is then used for Transfer to Matsumoto and explore the formidable as the ‘Golden Pavilion’. In the afternoon, head to a NOT LOOKING TO JOIN A GROUP? 3 days from $1,710pp
and have a go at doing it yourself! 16th-century Matsumoto Castle. Stop at a Miso House restored Japanese wooden townhouse and try your Call us to arrange a private tour.
to learn about the process of making this famous hand at origami and enjoy the age-old rituals of a tea HONG KONG IN FOCUS STOPOVER
iscover the traditional process of paper making
D ceremony.
Japanese seasoning. Travel on to Takayama, nestled 3 nights from $590pp
before getting your hands dirty making ‘washi’
high in the mountainous Hida region, also known as the
(Japanese paper) the age-old way. SINGAPORE STOPOVER
Japanese Alps.
2 nights from $440pp
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and stopovers. See the local Sika deer
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IS THIS TOUR FOR YOU?
OVERNIGHT HAKONE
FLIGHT Uncover the beauty of the lesser-known island of
HIROSHIMA (2N)
14 DAYS FROM
MIYAJIMA
Kyushu, renowned for its active volcanoes, hot
FUKUOKA
springs and stunning beaches, before exploring
(3N) YAMAGUCHI
the must-see sights of Hiroshima, Kyoto and
PER
PERSON
$10,580 KUMAMOTO MT ASO
(1N)
BEPPU (1N) Tokyo on the largest island of Honshu.
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ALL MEALS
TOUR TICKLIST
Explore charming Fukuoka
Discover Kumamoto
See the impressive Mount Aso
Reflect in Hiroshima
Admire Kyoto’s past
Gaze at Mount Fuji
Enjoy impressive views of Mount Aso Stroll through the gardens of the Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine Cruise Lake Ashi with views of Mount Fuji
PRICE INCLUDES ITINERARY
• 11 breakfasts, 10 lunches & 11 dinners
DAYS 1-2: FLY TO FUKUOKA have bubbled from the ground here for a millennium. DAY 9: ADMIRE HIMEJI CASTLE DAY 12: TOUR TOKYO
• International flights and current taxes PRICES & DEPARTURES
Fly overnight to the charming city of Fukuoka, the Pop over to Yufuin, another hot spring resort that is Depart Hiroshima for Kyoto, stopping in Himeji en route Tokyo is a city that is always moving forward – from the
• Domestic transportation - PER PERSON, TWIN SHARE
gateway to the island of Kyushu. Depending on your home to a wealth of art museums, cafes and boutiques to visit the magnificent Himeji Castle, one of Japan’s ever-changing skyline to the fashions and trends of the
• 3 star plus – 4 star accommodation
time of arrival, the rest of the day is yours to start and is a delight to explore. This afternoon transfer back most impressive feudal era forts, and stroll through people who call it home. As modern as it may appear, 2020 DATES
• Touring with guides and entrance fees
soaking up the local culture. to Fukuoka. Kokoen, an Edo-style garden just across the castle behind the neon façade is a traditional soul that is 27 Mar - 09 Apr $10,580 25 Sep - 08 Oct $10,580
moat. Drop in on a sake brewery to learn about the easy to find amongst the old alleyways, temples and
DAY 3: EXPLORE FUKUOKA DAY 7: TRAVEL TO HIROSHIMA 2021 DATES
process of this traditional Japanese spirit and enjoy shrines of the Edo era. Today you will experience both
The lovely Fukuoka is at the heart of an area Depart Fukuoka for Hiroshima. Stop en route to explore 26 Mar - 08 Apr $10,880 24 Sep - 07 Oct $10,880
some tasters, before arriving in Kyoto. sides of the city, ascending the soaring Tokyo Skytree,
considered a cradle of culture – the city’s position the city of Yamaguchi, spending some time at Rurikoji, Flight and supplement information
the world’s tallest tower, for panoramic views, and
facing Korea and China across the sea means it’s long a Buddhist temple that boasts a spectacular national
DAY 10: EXPLORE KYOTO wandering through the old district of Asakusa. Stop at • Based on AKL, WLG & CHC departures
been a channel of outside influence. This morning take treasure – a five-storey pagoda built in 1442. Continue
Capital for 1,000 years, until 1879, today Kyoto is Sensoji, Tokyo’s most famous and beloved temple. You • Regional NZ departures available
a stroll to the traditional Rakusuien Garden and visit the to Iwakuni for a lunch stop and then to the Kintaikyo
the legacy of ancient Japan, full of tranquil temples, will also drive by the Imperial Palace Plaza, soak up the • Flight upgrades available on request
famous Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine, dedicated to the god Bridge, an elegant wooden bridge that crosses the
silk-clad geisha and sublime gardens. Start the day atmosphere at the peaceful Meiji Jingu Shrine and see • Land only from $8,980 (Fukuoka - Tokyo)
of academic achievement. Later, take a relaxed cruise Nishiki River. Arrive in Hiroshima.
with a visit to the Fushimi Inari Shrine, remarkable the world’s most famous road crossing at Shibuya. • Single room from $1,880
on the Yanagawa River, passing through a National Site
DAY 8: DISCOVER HIROSHIMA for its 10,000 vermillion torii gate-lined pathways and
of Scenic Beauty on a small ‘donkobune’. DAY 13: DEPART TOKYO
Hiroshima is a vibrant, forward-thinking city that is impressive Nijo Castle. This afternoon gaze on the Fly to New Zealand, arriving home the following day.
DAY 4: DISCOVER KUMAMOTO a pleasure to explore. Take a ferry across the Seto famous Kinkakuji, also known as the ‘Golden Pavilion’
Inland Sea to the holy island of Miyajima and visit EXTEND YOUR STAY...
Transfer to Kumamoto, a city famous for its majestic before a stroll around the Gion district, Kyoto’s famous DAY 14: ARRIVE NEW ZEALAND
castle, one of Japan’s largest and most complete. You’ll
see the castle as part of your full day city tour, as well
the Itsukushima Shrine before enjoying some time at
leisure. Back in the city, reflect on Hiroshima’s tragic
geisha district and centre of the city’s traditional arts. Arrive home today.
+
Relax at a Beppu hot spring resort NOT LOOKING TO JOIN A GROUP?
as Suizenji Garden. A traditional-style garden built in past at the Peace Memorial Park and Museum paying DAY 11: VISIT HAKONE
homage to the victims of the 1945 atomic bomb. Call us to arrange a private tour.
the 17th century, the garden recreates in miniature Transfer to Kyoto station and board a bullet train to
EXPERIENCES YOU’LL LOVE the important road that linked Edo (Tokyo) and Kyoto, Atami to transfer to the onsen resort of Hakone by
including a mini Mount Fuji. road. Discover the mountainous beauty and rich culture
V isit one of Japan’s most famous hot spring resorts, of the Hakone area, before travelling to Lake Ashi for
Beppu, and soak away any aches, pains and DAY 5: VISIT MOUNT ASO & BEPPU
a cruise that will allow you to take in the spectacular
tiredness in the mineral rich waters of your hotel’s Travel from Kumamoto to Mount Aso, an active volcano SEOUL EXTENSION
panoramas of the area, including the iconic, snow- 4 days from $880pp
onsen pools. at the centre of Kyushu island. Aso’s crater is one of
capped silhouette of Mount Fuji (weather permitting).
ruise the picturesque Yanagawa River on a
C the world’s largest; with a circumference of over 100km
Next, fly high over the thick forest on the Hakone TAIPEI CITY STAY
‘donkobune’, a poled riverboat. It’s a perfect and it encompasses a number of other active peaks, which
Ropeway, passing the volcanic Owakudani Valley with 3 days from $630pp
peaceful way to enjoy sights such as Yanagawa you’ll be able to see (weather dependent). Continue to
Beppu, one of Japan’s most famous hot spring resorts its hot springs and steam vents. Later, continue to HONG KONG GLIMPSES STOPOVER
Castle and the traditional architecture of Yanagawa’s
– your hotel for the night has onsen facilities for you to Tokyo, Japan’s capital city. 2 nights from $485pp
canals.
make the most of the steamy waters.
aze over Mount Aso, Japan’s largest volcano and
G Visit page 50 to learn more about all of our extensions
the smaller volcanoes within its huge crater (one of DAY 6: EXPLORE BEPPU and stopovers.
which is active), and admire the incredible scenery Venture out into Beppu, starting the day with a jigoku
that surrounds it. meguri, a hell tour! Here you’ll find all sorts of volcanic Discover Kumamoto Castle
features, including thermal mud and hot springs that
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THROUGH
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SENDAI (1N)
Along with the must-see sites on the island of
15 DAYS FROM NIKKO
Honshu and a day trip to Nikko, this is a tour
JAPAN of varying landscapes as it journeys south
TOKYO (3N) from Hokkaido uncovering the charming cities
$11,690
PER
HAKONE of Sapporo, Otaru and Hakodate.
PERSON KYOTO
(2N) MT FUJI
OSAKA
(1N) COACH TRAIN
FLIGHT INCLUSIVE
FROM NEW ZEALAND
ALL MEALS
TOUR TICKLIST
Discover Hokkaido’s nature
Explore vibrant Sapporo
Spend time in Hakodate
See Tokyo’s bright lights
Gaze at Mount Fuji
Uncover Kyoto’s past
Explore the beautiful surroundings of Nikko National Park Admire illuminated views of Hakodate Stroll along the canal in Otaru
PRICE INCLUDES ITINERARY
• 12 breakfasts, 11 lunches & 12 dinners
DAYS 1-2: FLY TO SAPPORO Japan’s largest island. Visit the Nebuta Warasse, a wander down Nakamise shopping street before a visit DAY 13: SAKE TASTING
• International flights and current taxes PRICES & DEPARTURES
Fly overnight to the vibrant city of Sapporo, capital of museum dedicated to Aomari’s famous, 300-year-old to Edo Tokyo Museum. After lunch, stroll through the Try your hand at handkerchief dyeing and
• Domestic transportation - PER PERSON, TWIN SHARE
the northern Japanese island of Hokkaido. Depending Nebuta Matsuri, a lively summer festival. peaceful Meiji Jingu Shrine complex, before ascending then experience the rituals of a tea ceremony. After
• 3 star plus – 4 star accommodation plus ryokan
on your time of arrival, the rest of the day is yours to to the observatory deck of the Tokyo Metropolitan lunch, walk the vermillion, torii gate-lined pathways of 2020 DATES
• Touring with guides and entrance fees DAY 6: TSUNAGI ONSEN
start soaking up the local culture. Government building for exceptional views over the city. the Fushimi Inari Shrine and tour a traditional sake 16 May - 30 May $11,690 05 Sep - 19 Sep $11,690
Depart Aomari for Kakunodate, an old samurai brewery, where you can have a few cheeky tasters.
DAY 3: ASCEND OKURAYAMA stronghold still known for its samurai traditions. Visit DAY 10: ADMIRE MOUNT FUJI 2021 DATES
Drive to the booming city of Osaka.
This morning, ascend to the Okurayama viewing the Aoyagi Samurai Manor Museum for a fascinating Travel by road from Tokyo to Mount Fuji, where you’ll 15 May - 29 May $11,990 04 Sep - 18 Sep $11,990
point, soaring up to the summit of the Sapporo Winter look at samurai culture and stroll around Ishiguro ascend 2,400 metres up Japan’s most iconic sight to DAY 14: DEPART OSAKA Flight and supplement information
Olympics ski jump by chair lift – the views over the House, a traditional samurai residence. Continue to the the 5th Station (weather permitting). Transfer to the Fly to New Zealand, arriving home the following day.
• Based on AKL, WLG & CHC departures
surrounding mountains are breathtaking. Continue to hot spring resort of Tsunagi, where you can make use Hakone area. Embark on a cruise on the spectacular DAY 15: ARRIVE NEW ZEALAND • Regional NZ departures available
the pretty port town of Otaru and take some time to of the onsen facilities at the traditional Japanese ryokan Lake Ashi before flying high above the lake on the Arrive home today. • Flight upgrades available on request
walk along the streets of the village and stroll along the where you’ll stay overnight. Komagatake Ropeway to the summit of Mount • Land only from $10,090 (Sapporo - Osaka)
picturesque canal. This evening visit the Sapporo Beer Komagatake where the views of Mount Fuji will be NOT LOOKING TO JOIN A GROUP?
DAY 7: CRUISE MATSUSHIMA BAY • Single room from $2,490
Museum where there is an optional beer tasting before breathtaking, if the peak isn’t hiding in cloud of course! Call us to arrange a private tour.
Travel to Hiraizumi, where you’ll explore the peaceful
popping next door to the Sapporo Beer Garden to dine Return to Tokyo.
Chusonji with its beautiful old gold leaf-covered hall.
on a Genghis Khan dinner – barbeque lamb, a Sapporo
Continue to Matsushima to enjoy a relaxed cruise on DAY 11: TRAVEL TO KYOTO EXTEND YOUR STAY...
special!
Relax in a warm onsen spa Matsushima Bay, passing amongst the small pine tree- Take a bullet train to Kyoto. Capital for 1,000 years,
DAY 4: TRAVEL TO HAKODATE covered islands of this picturesque seascape. the city today is full of the legacy of ancient Japan and +
Depart Sapporo and travel to a lovely lakeside spot to home to tranquil temples, silk-clad geisha and sublime
EXPERIENCES YOU’LL LOVE DAY 8: SENDAI TO NIKKO
visit a museum of Ainu culture, an indigenous people gardens. This afternoon, visit Togetsukyo Bridge in
Walk to Sendai station and take the bullet train to the
of the area. Continue to Noboribetsu Jigokudani (Hell the heart of the vibrant Arashiyama district and walk
S pend the night in a ryokan, a centuries-old style
Valley) and walk through a volcanic caldera where you culture-filled town of Nikko. Start your explorations
of guesthouse that offers the ultimate Japanese in the beautiful surroundings of Nikko National Park, through the bamboo forest, with its towering bamboo
can see steam jets, vents and hot springs. After lunch, thickets.
experience! Sleep on futons and tatami mats, dine where you’ll visit Toshogu shrine. Built in the 1600s,
hop on a train to the harbour city of Hakodate, set
on traditional food and bathe in the relaxing warm this is Japan’s most lavish shrine, built as the final
on Hokkaido’s southern tip, where you’ll embark DAY 12: EXPLORE KYOTO SEOUL EXTENSION
waters of an onsen. resting place of shogun Tokugawa Ieyasu. Continue to
on a night tour with time to ascend the ropeway This morning, visit one of Japan’s most famous 4 days from $880pp
T ry your hand at the traditional art of handkerchief
up Mount Hakodate, for magnificent views over the the magnificent Kegon Waterfall, taking a 100-metre temples, Kinkakuji, the ‘Golden Pavilion’. Set amongst
dyeing in a workshop of a handicraft village – you’ll tall elevator up to the perfect viewing spot. Transfer to classical Japanese Zen gardens and on the edge of TAIPEI CITY STAY
illuminated city.
get to create beautiful colours and patterns working Tokyo. 3 days from $630pp
a reflecting pool, the temple’s main hall is covered in
with the dyes. DAY 5: EXPLORE HAKODATE ASAICHI
DAY 9: EXPLORE TOKYO gold leaf. Then, stroll through Nishiki Market, dubbed HIROSHIMA & MIYA JIMA EXTENSION
E mbark on a tour of a sake brewery, where you’ll see Start the day wandering Hakodate’s bustling asaichi ‘Kyoto’s kitchen’, where there are many interesting food
Tokyo, Japan’s capital, is the ultimate 24-hour city, but 3 days from $1,710pp
first hand the traditional process used to brew the (morning market), where hundreds of stores and stalls and sake stores to explore before a free afternoon to
rice wine that is Japan’s national beverage and have sell fresh local produce, seafood and the odd souvenir. look behind its frantic, high-tech frontage and you’ll
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a few cheeky tasters. Ascend Goryokaku Tower for views over Goryokaku Fort find plenty of tranquil backstreets and old temples to
and stopovers.
and Mount Hakodate before boarding the bullet train explore. Start the day in the vibrant district of Asakusa,
to the lovely city of Aomori in the north of Honshu, where you will visit Sensoji, Tokyo’s oldest temple, and
Walk in Hell Valley
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