Christmas in Japan

Overview

Discover Japan’s winter charm with this immersive mix of cultural exploration and festive cheer! Enjoy a Christmas like no other from snow-capped Mount Fuji to picturesque villages and hands-on experiences in Kyoto.

What’s Included:

• Fully Inclusive
  Touring with guides and entrance fees

• Included Meals
  • Breakfasts: 14
  • Lunches: 13
  • Dinners: 14

• Flights
  International flights and current taxes

• Accommodation
  14 nights in 3+/4 star accommodation

• Group Tour
  Max Group Size: 28

• Physical Rating:
  1 (Walking, some steps, and time on your feet)
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Tour Highlights

Our Christmas in Japan tour will take you to the most iconic sites, immerse you in deep-rooted culture, and offer you delicious cuisine.

Tour Experiences

• Traditional Tea Ceremony
  Experience the essence of Japanese culture with a traditional tea ceremony.
• Wagashi-Making Class
  Learn to make beautiful Wagashi confectioneries from scratch on Christmas Day.
• Visit Shirakawago
  Explore the UNESCO-listed village of Shirakawago, especially enchanting in winter.

Itinerary Overview

Days 1-2: Fly to Tokyo

Arrive in Tokyo and begin your cultural journey.

Day 3: Wonders of Tokyo

Discover Tokyo’s famous highlights, including Shibuya Crossing and Meiji Jingu Shrine.

Day 4: Tokyo

Explore Asakusa district, visit Sensoji Temple, and enjoy Tokyo’s Christmas illuminations.

Day 5: Hakone

Visit Hakone for stunning winter views of Mount Fuji.

Day 6: Fuji Five Lakes

Continue your Fuji adventure with visits to Oshino Hakkai and Kawaguchiko.

Day 7: Matsumoto & Takayama

Admire Matsumoto’s iconic black castle and explore Takayama.

Day 8: Takayama

Explore Takayama’s charming old town and Festival Floats Museum.

Day 9: Shirakawago & Kanazawa

Visit Shirakawago village and continue to Kanazawa, a city known for its samurai history.

Day 10: Kanazawa to Tokyo

Visit Kenrokuen Garden and take the train to Kyoto.

Day 11: Christmas Eve in Kyoto

Explore Kyoto’s historical highlights, including Kiyomizu Temple and Fushimi Inari Shrine.

Day 12: Christmas Day in Kyoto

Enjoy a traditional tea ceremony and wagashi-making class in Kyoto.

Day 13: Boxing Day in Nara

Visit Nara’s Todaiji Temple and meet the sacred deer.

Day 14: Koyasan

Experience the winter beauty of Mount Koya and its spiritual significance.

Day 15: Himeji Castle

Explore Himeji Castle and enjoy a farewell dinner in Kobe.

Day 16: Fly Osaka to UK

Transfer to the airport and return to the UK.

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