Magic of the Orient

The holidays in our Orient section were previously operated by Magic of the Orient, which has now joined with its sister company Trips Worldwide.

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JAPAN WORLD HERITAGE

Featuring: Tokyo, Tokyo - Takayama, Takayama - Shirakawago, Shirakawago - Kanazawa, Kanazawa - Kyoto, Kyoto, Kyoto - Koyasan, Koyasan - Osaka, Osaka - Tokyo, Tokyo (departure)

This popular Heritage tour not only takes you to the bustling cities of Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka but also explores beautiful towns full of character. Takayama with its unspoiled Edo-period streets lined with tiny shops, museums and restaurants and Kanazawa featuring a multitude of cultural temples and shrines.

Day 1 - Tokyo

Arrive at Tokyo Narita Airport. Transfer to hotel by Airport Limousine Bus.

Accommodation options: Shinagawa Prince Hotel - Tokyo

Day 2 - Tokyo

This morning, take the Tokyo morning tour. You will see the Meiji Shrine, Tokyo Tower and the Imperial East Garden. Journey to Ginza for lunch where your tour will end. Afternoon at leisure.

Accommodation options: Shinagawa Prince Hotel - Tokyo

Day 3 - Tokyo

The whole day is free at leisure for your to explore Tokyo.

Accommodation options: Shinagawa Prince Hotel - Tokyo

Day 4 - Tokyo - Takayama

Take the express train from Shinagawa Station in Tokyo to Takayama via Nagoya. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel. Afternoon at leisure to explore Takayama.

Day 5 - Takayama - Shirakawago

Free time in the morning to explore. Take a bus to Shirakawa-go, a charming little village. Upon arrival, transfer to your accommodation which is traditional Japanese style.

Accommodation options: Iwaso Ryokan - Miyajima

Day 6 - Shirakawago - Kanazawa

Take the local bus to Kanazawa. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel. Afternoon at leisure.

Day 7 - Kanazawa - Kyoto

Free time this morning to explore more of Kanazawa. In the late afternoon, board an express train for the 2-hour journey to Kyoto.

Accommodation options: Granvia Kyoto Hotel

Day 8 - Kyoto

Enjoy the Kyoto Morning Tour, exploring Nijo Castle, Golden Pavilion and Kyoto Old Imperial Palace (Mon-Fri). Afternoon at leisure.

Accommodation options: Granvia Kyoto Hotel

Day 9 - Kyoto

Today is free for you to explore this fascinating city on your own.

Accommodation options: Granvia Kyoto Hotel

Day 10 - Kyoto - Koyasan

You will be met by a guide this morning and transferred to Namba. Leave Namba for Koyasan by train and cable car via Gokurakubashi by yourself. Afternoon is free at leisure.

Day 11 - Koyasan - Osaka

Leave Koyasan to Osaka by cable car and take the train via Gokurakubashi. Afternoon is at leisure to explore the city.

Day 12 - Osaka - Tokyo

This afternoon, take the express train to Tokyo. Afternoon at leisure for last minute shopping.

Accommodation options: Shinagawa Prince Hotel - Tokyo

Day 13 - Tokyo (departure)

Tokyo Departure to London Heathrow.

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