Spring 2024 Japan Discovery Deluxe Tour - Tokyo/Kyoto

Imagine you are here...Envelop yourself in a wave of pink clouds.

Embark on a dream journey for first-timers, featuring Tokyo and Kyoto's cherry blossoms, complete with 4-star luxury stays at special rates.

What’s Included

･Cherry Blossoms: Experience the peak of Sakura blooming.

･Essential Cities: Explore Tokyo and Kyoto, Japan's must-visit destinations, with a 3-day stay in each city.

･Luxury Stays: Enjoy 6 nights in select upscale hotels.

-Please ask for an additional night stay.

･Yakatabune Dinner Boat Cruise: Unique dining on a traditional boat, showcasing Tokyo's charm.

What is Yakatabune? >

･Geisha Dinner in Kyoto: Savor a private kaiseki meal with a geisha performance.

What is Geisha / Maiko Performance? >

･Bullet Train Journey: Seamless coach class transfers between Tokyo and Kyoto.

Meals

･Breakfast everyday

･1 dinner on Yakatabune cruise (Tokyo)

･1 kaiseki multi-course dinner and all-inclusive drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) at a fine restaurant with Maiko and Geisha performance (Kyoto)

Concierge Services

･Planning itineraries and making travel arrangements

･Arranging transportation services

･Sourcing tickets for events

･Recommending restaurant and hotel reservations

･Senior citizen care

Itinerary

Day 1 / Mar.24.Sun

Welcome to Japan!

Make your own way to your hotel in Tokyo by train or Airport Limousine Bus, we will provide full instructions in advance.

Note: If you would like the meet and greet or private hotel transfer to be included, please contact us for the arrangement.

🅗 Hotel New Otani, The Main

Day 2 / Mar.25.Mon

Tokyo: Free Day

Additional Arrangement

1Day Private Tokyo tour with English speaking guide & vehicle (6 hrs)

From US $700 / group

🍴Breakfast

🅗 Hotel New Otani, The Main

Day 3 / Mar.26.Tue

Tokyo: Free Day

Best cherry blossom viewing spots in Tokyo

Additional Arrangement

Feel free to contact to us If you wish to pursue optional activities on your free time. Additional fees will apply and we will gladly arrange.

Evening : “Hanami“ Yakatabue Boat Ride

The yakatabune—historically referred to as Japanese pleasure boats— are small ships adorned with lanterns that were used to host dinner parties where guests could mingle and socialize over food and drinks. Each boat was furnished with tatami mats and low tables as the boat cruised down the river. The pastime of yakatabune first started during the Heian Era (794-1185) and was a hallmark of ostentatious luxury for feudal lords, samurai warriors, and, later, wealthy merchants. Yakatabune boat cruises opened to the masses only in the late 19th century.

＊If inclement weather conditions occur, ie. high winds, the Yakatabune boat ride will be cancelled and the cost will be refundable.

🍴Breakfast/Dinner

🅗 Hotel New Otani, The Main

Day 4 | Mar.27.Wed

Tokyo - Kyoto

After having breakfast in the hotel, we will travel to Kyoto via “Shinkansen“ Bullet train. Enjoy the ride, which can reach speeds of up to 300 km/hr. (Applox. 186mph )

Arriving at Kyoto Station

Hyatt Regency Kyoto offers a complimentary one-way taxi ride from JR Kyoto Station for hotel staying guests. Taxis can be picked up from MK Taxi Station, in front of the Hachijo Exit (1F) at JR Kyoto Station, with no advance reservation.

Note: This offer is available one time only. This offer is limited to one taxi per room. Terms and conditions of this offer subject to change without notice.

PM: After checking-in the hotel. Enjoy free time

Additional Activity

Feel free to contact to us if you wish to pursue optional activities on your free time. Additional fees will apply and we will gladly arrange. Ex.:

• Kyoto Sake Brewery & Tasting Walking Tour

• Kyoto : 3-Hour Bar Hopping Tour in Pontocho Alley at Night

🍴Breakfast

🅗 Hyatt Regency Kyoto

Day 5 / Mar.28.Thu

Kyoto: Free Day

Additional Arrangement

- 1 day private Kyoto tour (6 hrs) -With government-licensed guide and vehicle

From US $925 / group (up to 7 people)

-1 day Nara private tour (Kyoto departure) with licensed guide with public transportation

From US $540 / group (Up to 3 people)

🍴Breakfast

🅗 Hyatt Regency Kyoto

Day 6 / Mar.29.Fri

Kyoto: Free Day / Maiko Dinner show evening

Additional Activity

Feel free to contact to us If you wish to pursue optional activities on your free time. Additional fees will apply and we will gladly arrange.

• Nishiki Market: Visit “Kyoto’s Kitchen” filled with all things food related, from fresh produce to cookware. Nishiki Market is a fantastic place to find the best seasonal foods and delicious Kyoto specialties such as Japanese sweets, pickles, seafood, and sushi! Over 130 stores line the market today. A great way to experience the local Kyoto cuisine! (Many shops offer free samples too!)

• Heian Jingu Temple: A century-old temple decorated by beautiful cherry blossoms

• Arashiyama Bamboo Forest: Travel through the beautiful bamboo forest and enjoy the beauty of the city.

• Nara Full-Day Private Tour Kyoto departure with English-speaking Guide

• Private Tea Ceremony Experience

• Nishiki Market Brunch Walking Food Tour

Evening: Maiko Performance with Kaiseki Dinner

Enjoy dinner with maiko and Geisha in a private room of an authentic Japanese restaurant. Savour a luxurious kaiseki multi-course dinner with all-inclusive drinks.

Be entertained by a charming maiko dance show. Play games and take photos with the maiko.

🍴Breakfast/Dinner

🅗 Hyatt Regency Kyoto

Day 7 | Mar.30.Sat

Tour Ends

After breakfast at the hotel, our tour officially ends.

Please contact us for the airport transfer, transportation to Tokyo or other cities and extra nights accomodation. We are happy to custmize and arrange!

🍴Breakfast

Accommodations

Hotel New Otani Tokyo The Main (Tokyo) >

In addition to its ideal location and premier facilities, Hotel New Otani has been widely acclaimed for the quality of its services and business operations, earning it the honor of being selected as the primary venue for all of the three previous Tokyo summit meetings.

Hyatt Regency Kyoto (Kyoto) >

Info

• If you would like to stay longer in Japan before or after the tour, please contact us to book transfers and hotel accommodations.

• The prices are per person, based on twin (double on request) or triple occupancy. Single Occupancy fee will apply. (Applox. 1,600 USD)

• International flights are not included on our tours - this allows you the flexibility to choose your own departure.

• We can arrange international flights if needed, please ask for details.

• Tours may be cancelled if the number of participants fails to reach the minimum number.

Deposit

• We require a non-refundable US$200 deposit per person to hold the space at the time of booking and the final payment is due by January 24th, 2024.

Additional Information

Transport

• The transfer from Tokyo to Kyoto via JR Shinkansen coach class tickets are included. Please ask for an upgrade to Green car (First Class).

• Day 4: Arriving at Kyoto Station. Taxis can be picked up from MK Taxi Station, in front of the Hachijo Exit (1F) at JR Kyoto Station, with no advance reservation.

Meal Requests

• Please contact us for vegetarian or special meals.

*Tours may be cancelled if the number of participants fails to reach the minimum number.

Cherry Blossoms in Japan

• The peak of cherry blossoms are a natural phenomenon so it is subject to change whether you will be able to see full bloom or not depending on the weather and other conditions.

Tokyo's Cherry Blossom Locations

1. Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden

2. Yoyogi Park

3. Meguro River

4. Imperial Palace Area - Chidorigafuchi Park

5. East Gardens of the Imperial Palace

6. Ueno Park

7. Hamarikyu Gardens

8. Rikugien Garden

9. Koishikawa Korakuen Garden

10. Mt. Takao