15 days tour

Japan Winter Wonder (15 Days)

$ 4,167 .00 USD

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Japan Winter Wonder (15 Days)

This tour includes:

Guide

A highly trained Trip Manager who brings your adventure to life, along with Local Guides who make tourist traps a thing of the past. This is your team. Smart, friendly, fun, and integral to everything we do.

Meals

14 Breakfast (B)

Others

Kyoto: Tea houses. Nijo Castle. The Golden Pavilion. Geishas. Itโ€™s all so surreal. Youโ€™ll feel like youโ€™ve wandered into a film set. Hiroshima: Visit the Peace Park and Peace Memorial Museum to commemorate the lives lost after the atomic bomb was dropped on the city. Hiroshima: This way to amazing! These are the sites you always see in those impossibly tranquil pictures of Japan. IRL. Tokyo: Step into this live video game of a city and see Nakamise Street, Sensoji Temple, Meiji Temple, Harajuku and the Shibuya Crossing. Hakone: Prepare to be impressed. An awesome cable car ride is set against dream-like views of Mount Fuji.

Transport

All transport included during the trip Getting around Asia is half the fun, and all transport is included for the duration of your trip. Private, air conditioned mini coaches allow you soak up all that scenery in style, but it's our unique, local forms of transport that make the journey all part of the adventure

Accommodation

You'll spend this tasty adventure in twin-share hotel accommodation. Think comfy, cosy, and in sweet locations.

Hygieneprotocol

All guests travelling with Contiki through December 31, 2022 are required to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19, which may include a booster shot to keep the vaccination status current and valid, depending on the travel destination. Children not eligible for vaccination and/or booster at the time of travel must provide a verifiable and negative Covid-19 test result, taken within 72 hours prior to the start of the tour (taking time zones into consideration) for all tours departing until December 31, 2022. For guests travelling with Contiki from 1 January 2023, Covid-19 vaccinations and boosters are highly recommended, but no longer required. Please note that regardless of time of travel guests will need to comply with specific vaccine and/or booster requirements imposed by airlines and/or authorities in the destination visited, as well as requirements for accessing restaurants and venues, which may be more restrictive than above. It is guestsโ€™ responsibility to ensure that they comply at all times with these requirements. No refunds will be given if guests are unable to undertake some or all of their vacation due to their failure to comply with these requirements.

Not included:

Others

Other activities and services are not included

Flights

International flights are not included

Optional

Izakaya Welcome Dinner JPY 4300 Half day trip to Nara JPY 4200 Okonomiyaki Lunch JPY 3000 Onsen experience JPY 2480 MariCAR (International Driver's Licence needed) Location depending on availability JPY 7500 Robot Restaurant show JPY 7000

Insurance

Insurance is not included

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Itinerary of your trip Japan Winter Wonder (15 Days)

  • Day 1 Day 1: Start Osaka
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Start Osaka

      Konnichiwa friends, and welcome to the land of the rising sun. Famed for its beauty, culture, cuisine and just a touch of crazy, this is one trip you won't be forgetting any time soon. Get settled into your hotel before joining forces with your Trip Manager & travel crew & head out to explore the local area.

  • Day 2 Day 2: Osaka
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Osaka

      Universal Studios, Osaka Castle, iconic Dลtonbori - today is yours to take on Osaka as your heart desires. History lovers can experience a slice of the past at the 16th-century Osaka Castle, one of the city's best known landmarks, or those keen for a little slice of Shinto could experience Sumiyoshi-taisha, one of the country's oldest Shinto shrines. This evening, why not get to know your new travel friends over our Free Time Add-On foodie experience? We'll be heading to an Izakaya in the bustling hub of Dotonburi. These traditional little restaurants are like a trip back in time, with rice beer, sake & locals finishing up their days. Still not done for the day? We sense some traditional Japanese PATI (that's Japanese for partying) and karaoke may be on the cards....

  • Day 3 Day 3: Osaka To Kyoto
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Osaka To Kyoto

      Tuck in to your tasty breakfast this morning, you're going to need the food fuel for a full day in Kyoto. Arriving into Kyoto, we'll kick things off with a guided tour of this beautiful, traditional city. Take in the sights of the city including temples, gardens, colourful shrines & world famous geisha girls. This evening is free for you to get to know Kyoto your way, most likely trying out local cuisine in the Shirakawa area & getting to grips with the buzzy Kyoto nightlife.

  • Day 4 Day 4: Kyoto
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Kyoto

      Didn't feel like you had enough time yesterday to really get under the skin of this utterly unique city? We've got good news for you - today is completely free for Kyoto adventuring. Ask your Trip Manager for the essentials on what to eat and where to go, then our best advice? Go get yourself a little lost, it's undeniably the best way to get to know a new city.

  • Day 5 Day 5: Kyoto To Hiroshima
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Kyoto To Hiroshima

      Ready for a totally new experience? This morning it's all aboard the bullet train, travelling at a cool 320km/hr as we make our way to Hiroshima. A city remembered as the world's first atomic bomb target during WWII, we'll learn about both the past and present on a sightseeing tour. The rest of the day will then be free to get to know Hiroshima however suits you best - food, shopping, history, it's all here at your fingertips.

  • Day 6 Day 6: Hiroshima
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Hiroshima

      We'll start the day with a ferry ride over to Miyajima Island where beautiful scenery and miniature deer await us. If you're impressed by the traditional Japanese gates at the entrance, just wait until you've seen the main event - the stunning Itsukushima Shrine. Culture goals ticked, we'll make our way back to Hiroshima to dig a little deeper into the city's noble history.

  • Day 7 Day 7: Hiroshima To Tokyo
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Hiroshima To Tokyo

      Tokyo, you're firmly in our sights... Welcome to the bright lights & big city vibes of Tokyo, our home for the next 3 nights. We'll dive right into this 24 hour city with a sightseeing tour of the best bits. We'll take a walk down Nakamise Street (one of the oldest shopping streets in Japan that dates back to the 1500's) to pick up treasures for family and friends back home, brave the busiest street crossing in the world (Shibuya), then round things off at the epicentre of youth culture & fashion, Harajuku. This part of town buzzes with cool vibes & crazy fashion, and we reckon you'll instantly fall in lust.

  • Day 8 Day 8: Tokyo
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: Tokyo

      Taking a brief reprieve from the buzz of Tokyo, this morning we'll head south to Hakone. Breathtaking views of some of Japan's most famous sights are courtesy of the Hakone Ropeway. Returning to Tokyo this afternoon, you'll have the night to use as you wish. How about heading to Shinjuku, the epicentre of Tokyo's gritty but super fun night scene.

  • Day 9 Day 9: Tokyo
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 9: Tokyo

      Today's our last day in Tokyo, and our last day on tour, so let's make it one to remember. With a free day to explore Japan your way, we have a sneaking suspicion Harajuku may be calling you back - it kind of has that affect on people.

  • Day 10 Day 10: Tokyo To Hakuba
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 10: Tokyo To Hakuba

      We may be parting ways with some of the group today but for those heading to the slopes, there's so much more to look forward to. Make your own way to Tokyo station where you'll catch your included train to Nagano. Upon arrival at Nagano, take a local bus to Hakuba Station, where your time in the snow will begin... Hello Hakuba! Widely recognised as one of the world's best skiing spots, this cute mountain village is guaranteed to take your breath away. Boasting 9 resorts, 135 lifts and over 200 runs, Hakuba is a winter spots paradise.

  • Day 11 Day 11: Hakuba
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 11: Hakuba

      Rise and shine, there's a whole ski resort out there to keep you busy, no matter your level of experience. If you're a seasoned pro you know the drill, but for beginners or those keen for a refresher, why not opt for a couple of lessons to learn the ropes. Want to try something different? Mountain gliding is also available here and trust us, it is INSANE. Later and after a full day on the powder, why not relax tired bodies in a steamy onsen, then refuel on tasty katsu curry. This is the snow life, Japan style... Please note: the Add-on Ski Package is unescorted

  • Day 12 Day 12: Hakuba
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 12: Hakuba

      With three more full days in the snow, we don't think you'll need much encouragement to get up and get going. Explore a different resort to yesterday, brave a black run to prove you can do it, or maybe get off the mountain early afternoon to spend a little more time in those ever so tempting onsens... Please note: the Add-on Ski Package is unescorted

  • Day 13 Day 13: Hakuba
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 13: Hakuba

      With two more full days in the snow, we don't think you'll need much encouragement to get up and get going. Explore a different resort to yesterday, brave a black run to prove you can do it, or maybe get off the mountain early afternoon to spend a little more time in those ever so tempting onsens... Please note: the Add-on Ski Package is unescorted

  • Day 14 Day 14: Hakuba
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 14: Hakuba

      With one more full day in the snow, we don't think you'll need much encouragement to get up and get going. Explore a different resort to yesterday, brave a black run to prove you can do it, or maybe get off the mountain early afternoon to spend a little more time in those ever so tempting onsens... Please note: the Add-on Ski Package is unescorted

  • Day 15 Day 15: Hakuba To Tokyo
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 15: Hakuba To Tokyo

      And just like that, it's all over. Waving goodbye to Hakuba this morning, we'll trace our steps back to Tokyo, by jumping on the train. Your trip comes to an end in Tokyo, but you'll keep the memories (& photos) forever.

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Average

There are several physical activities that last from 2 to 6 hours in easy terrains, low altitude flats, or water experiences. Please ask if youโ€™re not sure this applies to you.

Age range

Age range

Min: 18 / Max: 35

This experience is exclusive for travelers from 18 years old, ID must be showed.

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