Included in this offer :

• 11-night stay in hotels mentioned or similar
• 1 night in a traditional Ryokan in Hakone on half-board basis
• Breakfast
• Flights departing from the city of your choice (with the offer Transport included)
• Reception and assistance at the arrival airport between 8:00 am and 8:00 pm
• Public transport cards credited with 1500 JPY (sent by post before departure)
• 2-day Hakone Free Pass (e-voucher sent by e-mail before departure)
• The Kansai JR Pass valid for 3 days.
• A local guide on days 2 and 6
• Pocket Wifi with unlimited Internet access for the duration of your stay (to be collected from your 1st hotel)
• Helpline available 24/7

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JAPAN IN THREE STAGES

Discover Japan through its incredible myths: from Tokyo, the capital that is by turns peaceful and lively, to Kyoto, the city of a thousand temples and gardens. You will have the privilege of an unforgettable tête-à-tête with the majestic Mount Fuji, provided it deigns to peek out from behind the clouds! To make the experience complete, spend a night in a charming Ryokan, on tatami mats and a futon, after relaxing in the onsens - natural hot spring baths, and sampling the finest Japanese cuisine. Experience a sensory journey like no other in a country where everything is so different, you will rediscover your true self!

Your day-by-day itinerary:

Day 1: Arrival in Tokyo

Day 2: Exploring East Tokyo with a guide

Day 3: Tokyo

Day 4: Hakone

Day 5: Hakone, then Kyoto

Day 6: Exploring Kyoto with a local guide

Day 7: Kyoto and the Arashiyama Bamboo Grove

Day 8: Kyoto

Day 9: Kyoto - Osaka

Day 10: Osaka - Himeji

Day 11: Osaka - Nara

Day 12: Osaka and then return

Please note: The visits, activities and excursions mentioned are suggestions. Only days 2 and 6 include the services of a local guide.

Practical information:

• PLEASE NOTE:

  If you purchase your stay in France, your guide will be French-speaking on days 2 and 6.

  If you purchase your stay in any other country, your guide will be English-speaking on days 2 and 6.

  
  

Your detailed itinerary

DAY 1 | Arrival in Tokyo

You will arrive at Tokyo Airport, where a local assistant will welcome you. They will then accompany you back to your hotel by public transport. Depending on your arrival time, head out to explore the city, and encounter the capital of a thousand faces.

DAY 2 | Tokyo with a guide

Breakfast at the hotel.

For this day of discovery of Tokyo, you will be accompanied by a local guide.

Begin your discovery of Japan by visiting the must-see places in the east of Tokyo. Encounter unknown marine species at the famous Tsukiji fish market! Take a walk in the beautiful Hama-Rikyu Gardens, then in Ueno Park - home to temples and the National Museum. Finally, visit the Asakusa district, and its beautiful Senso-ji temple, with its huge red lantern. Walk along the famous Nakamise-Dori, a lively shopping street, which will lead you right to the temple (Activities not included in the price, to be paid on site).

Night at the hotel.

DAY 3 | Tokyo

Breakfast at the hotel.

Day at leisure.

Sightseeing suggestions: Continue your discovery of the megalopolis by exploring other aspects of the Asakusa, the capital's historic center, far from clichés, which has retained its charm of yesteryear in the heart of bustling Tokyo.

Overnight at your hotel.

DAY 4 | Tokyo - Hakone

Breakfast at the hotel and departure for Hakone (111 km, approx. 2h train ride) with your Hakone Free Pass.

Day at leisure.

Sightseeing suggestions: You've reached the Mount Fuji region. Visit the Fuji Hakone Izu park, and admire the sublime and mythical volcano. Stroll around Lake Hakone and visit the charming temples and shrines dotted here and there. Take advantage of your stay in Hakone to experience the onsens, the Japanese hot springs.

Please note: men and women are segregated in the baths. According to tradition, you must be naked, and people with tattoos may be refused access to the hot springs.

Overnight at the hotel.

DAY 5 | Hakone - Kyoto

Breakfast at the hotel.

Day at leisure.

Sightseeing suggestions: After relaxing in the Japanese hot springs, take a short hike in the park alongside the lake. Then head for the Owakudani geothermal valley** and admire the fumaroles rising from the mountain's bowels. At the same time, enjoy the magnificent panoramic view of Mount Fuji.

Finally, take your train ticket to Kyoto, Japan's cultural capital (366 km, approx. 2 h train ride).

Overnight at your hotel.

DAY 6 | Kyoto with a guide

Breakfast at the hotel.

For this day exploring Kyoto, you will be accompanied by your local guide. Walk the streets of Kyoto and admire its beautiful old architecture, which will transport you back to the Japan of the past. Stroll through the city's beautiful parks and continue your journey into the past by visiting the temples and shrines of the former capital. And maybe, during your journey through time, you will have the chance to meet a Geiko ? (Activities not included in the price, to be paid on site).

Night at the hotel.

DAY 7 | Kyoto

Breakfast at the hotel.

Day at leisure.

Sightseeing suggestions: For this day, visit the Southwest of the city and encounter a more intimate Kyoto. Join the Arashiyama bamboo grove which runs alongside the Tenryû-ji temple and leads to a more confidential Kyoto. The bamboos, impressive in their size and the sound they make in the wind, will give you a poetic, timeless experience.

Overnight at the hotel.

DAY 8 | Kyoto

Breakfast at the hotel.

Day at leisure.

Sightseeing suggestions: For this day, visit Japan's largest Shinto shrine: Fushimi Inari Taisha. Its 30,000 red gates, called Torii, form a vault and trace a path through the forest on this small mountain. Then take the pretty Philosophers' Walk. You'll come across numerous temples and shrines.

Then visit the famous Ginkaku-ji, the Silver Pavilion, made of lacquered wood and surrounded by a pure, soothing garden, nicknamed "The Sea of Silver Sand".

Overnight at hotel.

DAY 9 | Kyoto - Osaka

Breakfast at the hotel.

Direction Osaka: Approx. 1h train ride with your Kansai JR Pass.

Day at leisure.

Sightseeing suggestions for the day: Stroll the streets of Osaka and visit the shrines you come across. Then explore the city's museums. Then on to the park and finally Osaka Castle, where you'll get a glimpse into the life of a samurai. Let yourself be guided to the top of the Umeda Sky Building, from where you'll enjoy a magnificent panorama of the whole city.

Finally, make the most of your evening and head for Osaka's most popular street, Dotonbori Street, the vibrant and festive heart of the city!

Overnight at your hotel.

DAY 10 | Osaka - Himeji

Breakfast at the hotel.

Day at leisure.

Sightseeing suggestions: Take a day trip to Himeji, an ancient feudal town. Meet its magnificent white castle. Also known as the White Heron Castle, it has been recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Then stroll through the splendid Koko-en not far from the castle, which you can visit according to the season. Then head into the heart of the mountains on Mont Shosha, on the edge of the town of Himeji.

Overnight at your hotel.

DAY 11 | Osaka - Nara

Breakfast at the hotel.

Day at leisure.

Suggestions for the day: Join Nara, one of the ancient capitals of Japan. Stroll through the park and meet the famous shika deer, a delight for young and old alike. It's easy to get close to them, as they're used to human presence. Their greedy and mischievous side will certainly lead them to search your bags and pockets, and give you the opportunity to take some amusing photos!

Overnight at the hotel.

DAY 12 | Osaka

Breakfast at the hotel.

Depending on your flight schedule, enjoy a free half-day in Osaka to explore the city at your leisure, before returning to Osaka KIX airport on your own

Your accommodation

During your tour, you will be accommodated for 11 nights in the 3 or 4 star hotels listed or similar:

Tokyo: 3 nights at Hotel OMO 3 Akasaka 3* or similar

Hakone: 1 night at the Yaeikan 3* hotel or similar

Kyoto: 4 nights at Mystays Kyoto Shijo 3* or similar

Osaka: 3 nights at hotel Resol Trinity Osaka 3* or similar

Your meal plan

During your tour, you will enjoy the meals included in the itinerary.

Breakfast

Includes an assortment of hot and cold drinks and sweet and savoury dishes.

GOOD TO KNOW

You will receive your flight times at the same time as your voucher (max. 48 hours prior to departure), which will also include the names of the hotels.

When you arrive at Tokyo Airport, you will be met by an assistant who will accompany you to your hotel by public transport. Please note that Airport pick-ups are only available between 08:00 and 20:00. All flights arriving before or after this time will not be eligible for this service. Customers must arrange their own taxi at the airport.

You must download on your phone INDIVIDUALLY, so for each participant, the application "Visit Japan Web" to avoid the waiting time to exit the airport: https://vjw-lp.digital.go.jp/en/ (https://vjw-lp.digital.go.jp/en/)

Conditions of entry into the territory

On arrival, travellers must have a passport valid for at least 6 months after the date of their return. A visa is only required for stays of more than 3 months.

Non-Japanese nationals entering Japan are required to take biometric data (fingerprints and photographic portrait).

Non-British nationals or dual nationals are advised to consult the consulate or embassy of their destination country.

Underage children must have an individual passport. We strongly recommend that minors who are not accompanied by their legal representatives have a copy of their family record book.

Currency

The currency used is the yen (JPY). As of 20 December 2022, 1 Euro is equivalent to 140.40 Japanese yen.

Tipping

It is not necessary to leave tips in restaurants, to guides, drivers... it is not customary. If you wish to thank your hosts, a gift is preferable.

Climate

Spring (March to May) is a very pleasant time of year to travel in Japan. The flowers are in bloom, making the landscape beautiful and the climate mild, but it's also the peak tourist season, with many people visiting the sites.

Summer (June to August) is fairly hot and humid in most regions, with June being particularly rainy (rainy season), but the temperatures are pleasant and it's still possible to visit the country, especially in the mountainous regions.

Autumn (September to November) is mild and colourful, giving the landscape a different charm, but it is also rainy: September is typhoon season in Japan. The rain can be heavy and often accompanied by wind (in the event of a violent typhoon, train services may be suspended). October and November are cool but sunny months, when you can admire the Momiji (the blushing of the maple trees).

Winter (December to February) is dry and often sunny, making it a great time to take photos and admire the scenery without too many tourists. It's cold in most parts of the country (with snow in some regions), which is ideal for taking full advantage of the famous Onsens, which provide a little warmth!

ACCOMMODATION AND FOOD

ACCOMMODATION :

**Any specific request concerning the type of sleeping accommodation (double/separate beds) as well as any other special request and condition concerning the accommodation is subject to availability and may generate a supplement **.

If, due to airline schedules, the first and last days are shortened by a late arrival or early departure, no refund will be given. Likewise, any meal included in the boarding formula that cannot be taken due to these schedules cannot be refunded. Also, depending on the timetable of any optional extras and excursions, any meals that cannot be taken at the hotel will be charged to the client.

ACCOMMODATION INFORMATION :

Accommodation capacity:

Single room*: 1 adult

Double/twin room**: 2 adults or 1 adult + 1 child

Babies are not allowed

Age of children: 2 - 11 years

For technical reasons, hotels may be replaced by similar accommodation and the direction of the stages may be reversed. All requests and special conditions regarding accommodation are subject to availability.

Check-in is usually in the middle of the afternoon (3 p.m.-4 p.m.). The accommodation included in this trip is not suitable for disabled people. For more information, please contact customer service.

Check-in at the Ryokan must be before 5pm to guarantee dinner.

FOOD:

As part of this offer, you will receive breakfast during the tour and half board (excluding drinks) during your night in a Ryokan. Other meals are at your own expense.

TRANSPORTS

*aIRPORT TRANSFER - HOTEL IN TOKYO** *AIRPORT TRANSFER - HOTEL IN TOKYO** *AIRPORT TRANSFER - HOTEL IN TOKYO** *AIRPORT TRANSFER - HOTEL IN TOKYO

On arrival at the airport, between 8:00 and 20:00, you will be met by an assistant guide (French-speaking for the French market, local for foreign markets). You will be transferred to the airport by public transport. Outside these times, airport pick-up is not guaranteed.

**Transfers between hotels and train stations are made independently **

**Transfers between your hotel and Itami airport (ITM) or Kobe airport (UKB) are not insured. It is imperative to return from Kansai airport (KIX)

A transport card credited with 1500 JPY will be mailed to you before your departure.

Tokyo subway map :

[https://www.tokyometro.jp/fr/subwaymap/index.html](https://www.tokyometro.jp/fr/subwaymap/index.html)

Transfers between cities are :

Between Tokyo and Hakone + on Hakone: via the Hakone Free Pass

Between Hakone and Kyoto: via Train Ticket

Between Kyoto and Osaka and Himeji: by train with the Kansai JR Pass

Between Osaka and Nara: by train with the Kansai JR Pass

KANSAI JR PASS

The Kansai JR Pass is mailed to your postal address before departure. Please make sure that the address given is your home address, so that you can receive your JR Pass before you travel.

The train is probably one of the most convenient and rapid means of transport in Japan. The well-developed rail network gives you easy access to the country's main points of interest. Your pass is valid for 3 days and gives you access to all JR rail system trains, as well as JR buses and JR ferries. Kansai Rail Passes sold as part of a package tour to Japan are non-refundable and non-changeable. The Kansai Rail Pass cannot be mailed to a country other than that of the agency where the reservation was made.

HAKONE FREE-PASS

Your pass will be e-mailed to you in the form of an e-voucher before your departure.

It allows you to reach Hakone from Tokyo Shinjuku on the Odakyu line. After a change at Odawara, you'll reach Hakone and use your Pass to take advantage of transport networks such as the Hakone Tozan buses, the Hakone Tozan gondolas, the Lake Ashi cruise ship and the funicular railway, among others. You'll also enjoy discounts on certain entrance fees to tourist sites!

KYOTO HOTEL - OSAKA AIRPORT TRIP

The return trip to the airport is at the customer's expense.

ACTIVITIES AND GUIDES

On the free days, the itineraries and activities are only suggestions.
On days 2 and 6, you will be accompanied by a local guide (French-speaking for the French market and English-speaking for other markets). Activities are not included in the price and will be paid on site.

Good to know

If you are travelling alone, you will be asked to pay a surcharge for a single room. This additional charge will be automatically included in your quote.

Child rates will be applied for children from 2 to 12 years old in the case where the child shares the room with two adults. If the child is travelling with just one adult, the surcharge may be applied on an adult basis. If your child or children do not fit into the age group mentioned above, the rate will be communicated to you at the time of processing your order. If the room is equipped with a bunk bed, the bed height is not suitable for children under 6 years of age.

For safety reasons, the wellbeing facilities of most establishments are not accessible to children under 16 years old. Similarly, it is possible that some amenities or services require an additional charge or are unavailable for exceptional reasons.

Unless otherwise stated in the service description, activities and any additional services available at destination, are provided in the language of the destination country and in English.

The opening times and hours of the activities, restaurants and bars are provided as an indication only and may be subject to change. Contact the reception desk in order to be informed of any changes. Please note that alcohol abuse is harmful to your health, and is to be consumed with moderation.

You must be of legal age and able to produce an identification document in order to enter the casinos. Appropriate dress is required. We remind you that gambling may involve risks of isolation, indebtedness, and dependency...

Any additional special requirements the traveller may request which are not included in the travel service description will be communicated to our service provider. Sending this information does not imply acceptance and PerfectStay.com cannot be held responsible for the fulfilment of these special requests. Only the service provider of PerfectStay.com can access this request on location and any additional costs may be paid locally by the traveller.

Unless expressly stated in the description of the services and accommodation, the hotel is not suitable for people with reduced mobility.

Transportation

Choose an offer and, according to your preferences, opt for a seat in economy, business or first class.

See the 'View flight info' section for details on each trip.

In order to best organise your time in the airport, we advise that you arrive 2 hours before boarding for a medium-haul flight, or 3 hours before boarding for a long-haul flight (more than 5 hours). Take advantage of your early arrival to pass through security and check your luggage.

You will be informed whether or not luggage is included at the time of your booking.

You will have the opportunity to add additional luggage for a fee.

There are several different cities that are typically offered as departure points. Your arrival destination will show in your travel documents.

Depending on the flight schedule, some arrivals or returns may be made at night with early arrival or late departure. You will not always be able to have your room available immediately and will need to refer to the check-in and check-out conditions of the hotel.

In the event that your transfer is not included in your hotel reservation, it may be offered at the time of your reservation as an additional option. Unless specifically mentioned, transfers may be made in groups of 15 to 55 people.

Important: the modification or the cancellation of a booking is only possible within the limits and including the fees outlined in our general conditions of sale.

Thank you for kindly taking note of the CO2 emissions produced by your means of transport: http://eco-calculateur.aviation-civile.gouv.fr

Formalities

The following details apply to any British citizen who, during a trip sold by PerfectStay goes to a foreign country. The following is a resource directing you to information related to your travel formalities (identification documents, vaccines, VISA, safety, travel advice, etc.), and may be subject to change. Please note that Brexit negotiations are likely to include travel document modifications, therefore please regularly check most updated information. Please see official resource for British citizens wishing to travel:
https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice

The official UK Foreign Travel site has updates on safety and security, including incidents such as pickpocketing and robbery, along with larger incidents such as measuring the risk of terrorism.
Detailed country by country here:
https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice

If you are travelling with minors, please be sure to verify whether or not you will require a consent: https://www.gov.uk/permission-take-child-abroad

Please note that these details serve as a guiding resource in order to ensure that you have access to important information in order to pursue the necessary travel formalities required before travelling abroad with PerfectStay. Please note that PerfectStay will not engage in obtaining travel documents for you, such as visas, and you are solely responsible for knowing the potential health risks you may face in the course of your travels for which you may require vaccinations or medications. PerfectStay is not responsible for ensuring your travel formalities are properly undertaken and will only act as an intermediary directing you to resources which have been known to provide reliable information concerning travel formalities specific to British citizens.

VACCINE

For information concerning travel health requirements (vaccinations, health risks, etc.) please see the following resources:
https://travelhealthpro.org.uk/countries
https://www.fitfortravel.nhs.uk/destinations.aspx
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/travel-vaccinations/

VISA

For the latest information on which travel documents (visas, passports, etc.) British citizens will require by destination, please see the following resources:
https://visacentral.co.uk/visa-quick-check
https://www.passportindex.org/comparebyPassport.php?p1=uk&fl=&s=yes
https://www.travisa.com/Visa_Search

IDENTITY

Please be sure to verify that your necessary Identification documents (passport and/or ID card dependent upon the country to which you will be travelling) have valid expiration dates, i.e. verify your ID documents have not yet expired. Also, be sure to remember to bring these necessary documents with you. It is also recommended to make copies of all travel documents in the event of an emergency.

Travel documents

Once your reservation has been made, you will receive a confirmation e-mail before your travel documents are sent.

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