Highlights of Japan 2027

Today you leave Amsterdam to Tokyo with your booked flight. On the day of departure, you must sign up at the airport Schiphol at least 3 hours in advance for your international flight from Amsterdam to Tokyo. For current departure, arrival times and desk check-in information, check the Schiphol digital screens in the departure halls. Attention: Bring your passport, ticket and travel and health insurance

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Upon arrival at Narita Airport in Tokyo, you will be welcomed by your English speaking guide and brought to your hotel by private bus. After checking in, enjoy a dinner at a local restaurant before returning to the hotel. Accommodation: Sheraton Miyako with breakfast & dinner

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Start your exploration of Tokyo with a visit to the Eastern Gardens of the Imperial Palace. Continue your journey to the historic district of Asakusa to visit the Sensoji temple and take a walk on the Nakamise shopping street. Enjoy panoramic views of the city from the Tembo deck of the Tokyo Skytree, followed by a cruise across the Sumida River. The day ends with a visit to Odaiba, where you can enjoy the view of the Bay of Tokyo. Dinner is served in a local restaurant. Accommodation: Sheraton Miyako with breakfast & dinner

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Visit the Shinjuku Gyon National Garden, one of the most beautiful and spacious parks in Tokyo. Continue your trip to Shibuya for a short stop at the famous Shibuya Crossing and the Hachiko statue. In the afternoon, visit the peaceful Meiji Jingu shrine before exploring the lively streets of Harajuku, known for its unique fashion and youth culture. Dinner is served in a local restaurant. Accommodation: Sheraton Miyako with breakfast & dinner

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Travel by private bus to the surroundings of Lake Kawaguchi, where, if the weather allows, you can enjoy beautiful views of Mount Fuji. In the afternoon you visit Saiko. Iyashi -no-Sato Nenba, a traditional village with beautifully restored houses with wicker roofs and picturesque views of Mount Fuji. After visiting you will return to Tokyo and enjoy dinner in a local restaurant. Accommodation: Sheraton Miyako with breakfast & dinner

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Check out at your hotel in Tokyo and travel to Nagano. Along the way you will visit the castle of Matsumoto, one of Japan's most beautiful and best preserved original castles. Then go to the Daio Wasabi Farm, where you will learn more about the cultivation of Japanese wasabi while enjoying the peaceful landscape. Before arriving at the hotel, make a short photo stop at the Zenkoji temple, one of Japan's most important Buddhist temples. Dinner is served in a local restaurant. Accommodation: Grand Mercure Nagano Matsushiro Resort & Spa with breakfast & dinner

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You leave Nagano and travel to Kanazawa. Upon arrival you will explore the Omicho market, known for its fresh fish and local products. In the afternoon you will visit the Kenrokuen garden, which is considered one of the three most beautiful landscape gardens in Japan, followed by a view of the outside of the castle of Kanazawa. Dinner is served in a local restaurant before checking in at the hotel. Accommodation: Anna Crown Plaza Kanazawa with breakfast & dinner

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Start the day with a walk through the charming district of Higashi Chaya, famous for its traditional wooden teahouses. Continue to Nomura Samurai House, where you can discover the lifestyle and culture of a former samurai family. Then travel to Kyoto and visit the Fushimi Inari shrine, known for its thousands of vermillion-coloured torii ports. Dinner is served in a local restaurant before checking in at the hotel. Accommodation: Double Tree by Hilton Kyoto Higashyama with breakfast & dinner

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Discover the cultural highlights of Kyoto, starting with Kinkakuji, the famous Golden Pavilion that is beautifully reflected in the surrounding pond. Continue to the Kiyomizudera temple, which offers an impressive view over the city. Enjoy a walk through the traditional Gion district, known for its historic streets, tea houses and geisha culture. Dinner is served in a local restaurant. Accommodation: Double Tree by Hilton Kyoto Higashyama with breakfast & dinner

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Visit Nijo Castle, the former residence of the Tokugawa Shoguns in Kyoto, before travelling to Nara. In Nara you can visit the Kasuga Taisha sanctuary, the Todaiji temple with its impressive Great Buddha and take a walk through Nara Park, where friendly deer walk freely. In the evening you return to Kyoto and enjoy dinner in a local restaurant. Your large luggage will be transported separately to Osaka, so bring a small bag for your overnight stay in Hiroshima. Accommodation: Double Tree by Hilton Kyoto Higashyama with breakfast & dinner

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Excursion Miyajima Island Transfer to Kyoto Station and travel by high-speed to Hiroshima. After arrival, continue to Miyajimaguchi and take the ferry to the island of Miyajima. Visit the Itsukushima shrine, which is on the UNESCO World Heritage list, and admire the iconic torii gate, which seems to float at high tide at sea. Return to Hiroshima by ferry, check in at the hotel and enjoy dinner in a local restaurant. Accommodation: ANA Crown Plaza Hiroshima with breakfast & dinner

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High-speed train Hiroshima to Osaka City Tour Osaka Start the day with a visit to the Atom Bomb Dome and the Peace Monument Museum of Hiroshima, where you will learn more about the history of the city and its message of peace. Then you will be taken to Hiroshima Station and travel by high-speed to Osaka. On arrival you will visit the castle of Osaka, one of the city's most famous sights. Dinner is served in a local restaurant before checking in at the hotel. Accommodation: Sheraton Miyako with breakfast & dinner

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Explore Shinsaibashi and Dotonbori, the vibrant shopping and entertainment areas of Osaka, known for their colourful signs and vibrant atmosphere. In the afternoon you will visit the Umeda Sky Building and enjoy panoramic views of Osaka from the observation platform. Dinner is served in a local restaurant before returning to the hotel. Accommodation: Hotel IT Chinmachi with breakfast & dinner

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Excursion Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan Travel to Rinku Premium Outlets and enjoy free time to shop at a wide range of international and Japanese brands. In the afternoon you will visit the Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan, one of Japan's largest aquariums with an impressive variety of marine animals. Dinner is served in a local restaurant before returning to the hotel. Accommodation: Hotel IT Chinmachi with breakfast & dinner

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After breakfast, check out and take a private bus to Kansai International Airport. On arrival you will check in for your departure flight, which will end your trip through Japan.

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