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It’s a fascinating land of delicate art and bustling commerce, of rich traditions and dizzying modernity – all revealed on this well-crafted,13-day small group tour, limited to 24 travelers. See Tokyo and Kyoto’s highlights, engage in local life and head off the beaten path to the lovely historic cities of Takayama and Kanazawa. The journey begins with three nights in amazing Tokyo, where, touring includes a preeminent calligrapher’s gallery, the imposing Imperial Palace, tranquil Meiji Shrine, the famed Ginza district, the impressive Tokyo National Museum and time to explore independently. Japan’s pastoral side is on tap next in stunning Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park with majestic Mt. Fuji and a scenic cruise on Ashi Lake.
After overnighting at a traditional ryokan inn, board an express train to Takayama in the Japanese Alps to explore this ancient town during a two-night sojourn. A traditional tea ceremony and a cooking class offer opportunities to experience Japanese culture firsthand. Visit historic Shirakawago Village, a UNESCO site. Reaching culturally rich Kanazawa for a two-night stay, tour the famed Kenrokuen Garden, visit a gold leaf museum and see the Higashi Chayagai teahouse area. The journey ends with three nights in Kyoto, Japan’s cultural center. Among many highlights here: the beloved Golden Pavilion temple, Ryoan-ji temple with its acclaimed Zen garden and the extravagant, 17th-century Nijo-jo Castle. Visit the otherworldly Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, the important Fushimi Inari shrine and Nishiki Market, “Kyoto’s Kitchen.” Discover cosmopolitan Hiroshima, reborn from its atomic destruction, with an optional 3-day/2-night post-tour extension.
Day 2 - Tokyo, Japan
Day 3 - Tokyo
Day 4 - Tokyo
Day 5 - Tokyo | Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park | Hakone
Day 6 - Hakone | Takayama
Day 7 - Takayama
Day 8 - Takayama | Shirakawago | Kanazawa
Day 9 - Kanazawa
Day 10 - Kanazawa | Kyoto
Day 11 - Kyoto
Day 12 - Kyoto
Day 13 - Depart for home city
Base Price: from $7,784* (air and taxes included) per person, based on double occupancy
- Additional solo supplement of $1,695
- *Pricing dependent on departure city; Airline fees and taxes subject to change
- Air upgrades may be available and are subject to price increase. Contact Odysseys Unlimited directly at (888) 370-6765 for options.
Inclusions:
- 10 nights accommodations in Deluxe and First Class hotels; 1 night traditional Japanese ryokan.
- 11 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 6 dinners including a Farewell Dinner.
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- Tar Heel Travel is a member exclusive perk.
- There must be one Carolina Alumni member in a room. Membership is open to anyone. Learn more.
- By reserving on this tour, you agree to the terms and conditions specific to this tour which are set by the tour operator. This information can be found in the tour brochure.
- The Carolina Alumni Travel Office and tour operator reserve the right to to decline or accept a reservation should a person's health, mental condition, physical infirmity or attitude jeopardize the operation of the tour or the rights, welfare, or enjoyment of other participants. Refunds will be made in accordance with the cancellation policy listed in the tour brochure.
- Please contact us if you have questions about this trip or group travel. We're happy to help in any way we can.
- Phone: (877) 962-3980 (If we are unable to answer your call, please leave a detailed message with your name, phone number and email.)
- Email: travel@unc.edu
- All inquiries and room requests are answered in the order in which they are received.
- If you are ready to request a reservation, please submit your reservation request form.
- If you wish us to hold a room for 2 business days, please send us the passenger's names, address, phone number and email. This information must be provided in order to hold a room.