Tour of Tokyo, Mt.

Fuji, and Kyoto with Airfare

This trip starts in fast-paced, ultramodern Tokyo, makes stops in Hakone and at Mount Fuji, and ends in Kyoto, where
you’ll see old Japan’s traditions and culture. In between, you’ll explore the area around Mount Fuji and see a bit of the
Japanese countryside, with optional tours to visit the city of Nara. See the full trip itinerary here. Each tour includes:

 Round-trip airfare from Los Angeles (LAX), Boston (BOS), Chicago (ORD), or New York (JFK) 

 3 nights of standard accommodations at Okura Hotel East 21 Tokyo or similar in Tokyo

 1 night of standard accommodations at Tominoko Hotel or similar in the Mount Fuji area

 2 nights of standard accommodations at New Miyako Hotel or similar in Kyoto

 Transportation between each city 

 Daily breakfast and one dinner 

 Professional English-speaking tour guide 

 Fuel surcharge and tax 

 Round-trip airport transfers

 Orientation tour in each city

Days 1–3: Tokyo

The tour kicks off in Tokyo, Japan’s modern capital, where shrines and stone lanterns are scattered among glittering
skyscrapers. A half-day tour will take you to the city’s best-known landmarks, including the Imperial Palace, once
inhabited by samurai warriors in the 15th century. Today, it’s the residence of the emperor of Japan.

 Senso-ji Temple: Located at the end of the famous Nakamise Dori shopping street, this 7th-century temple is
Japan’s oldest. It honors the Buddhist deity of mercy and compassion.

 Take something home: Shop in the Ginza district, one of the world’s most luxurious retail areas.

 Optional Kaiseki dinner including an appetizer, sliced sashimi, steamed food and rice, and dessert ($99)

Days 4–5: Mount Fuji

On the morning of day 4, you’ll board a bus for Mount Fuji, Japan’s most iconic peak. Eventually you’ll reach a lookout
station located 7,550 feet above sea level.

 Scenic cruise on Lake Ashi: During this included excursion, you’ll sail out onto a crater lake for spectacular views
of Mount Fuji.

 Komagatake Ropeway: The scenery is stunning as your aerial tram soars above the blue waters of Lake Ashi.

Days 5–7: Kyoto

Kyoto was Japan’s capital for 1,000 years. Its distinguished past is honored in thousands of monuments and numerous
UNESCO World Heritage Sites. During your stay here, you’ll visit many of these landmarks and sample Japanese cuisine.
You can also take an optional tour of Nara ($80) or ride the bullet train to Tokyo ($180).

 Kyoto’s most famous temple: Kinkaku-ji or “the Golden Pavilion” is covered in gold leaf, casting an iridescent
reflection on the surrounding water.

 The Kyoto International Manga Museum pays tribute to the country’s zealous comic-book culture.
  Optional Japanese dinner featuring traditional plates of raw fish and potted meats as well as a Geisha-style
performance at the Gion Corner ($99)

Days 7–8: Tokyo

Those who opt to take the bullet train will have more free time to explore Kyoto before zooming to Tokyo. Everyone else
will return to the capital on an included bus trip.

 Optional tour: Tsukiji Fish Market, the world’s largest and busiest seafood bazaar, hosts a tour every morning at
9 a.m. ($40).