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Visions of Japan 2025
11 Day Tour from Tokyo to Kyoto
Tour Description:
Forget everything your mother taught you about table manners. In Japan, it’s perfectly acceptable to slurp! Get ready to joyously drink in traditional hot sake, green tea, big brothy noodle bowls and the delicious views from neon-lit Tokyo to historic Kyoto. Peaks, palaces, pavilions, and pagodas provide picture-perfect backdrops for your photos, but don’t expect to stand still for very long on this enthralling tour of Japan. A hands-on calligraphy class, a special kimono fitting, an interactive cooking demonstration, and a gold-leaf design class—where you’ll make your own keepsake bento box—are all part of the fun. Browse the produce at a Takayama farmer’s market, stroll through Kanazawa’s famous Kenroku-en gardens and experience the thrill of a ride on the famous bullet train. Prepare to be floored in more ways than one!
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Dates & Pricing
Start Dates Listed Below are US departure dates, please verify specific dates with your Pavlus Travel Planner
| Sunday 23 Mar 25 — Thursday 03 Apr 25 | Starting at $6,159 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 30 Mar 25 — Thursday 10 Apr 25 | Starting at $6,159 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 06 Apr 25 — Thursday 17 Apr 25 | Starting at $6,159 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 13 Apr 25 — Thursday 24 Apr 25 | Starting at $6,159 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 20 Apr 25 — Thursday 01 May 25 | Starting at $6,159 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 27 Apr 25 — Thursday 08 May 25 | Starting at $6,159 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 04 May 25 — Thursday 15 May 25 | Starting at $6,159 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 11 May 25 — Thursday 22 May 25 | Starting at $6,159 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 01 Jun 25 — Thursday 12 Jun 25 | Starting at $6,159 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 13 Jul 25 — Thursday 24 Jul 25 | Starting at $6,159 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 17 Aug 25 — Thursday 28 Aug 25 | Starting at $6,159 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 07 Sep 25 — Thursday 18 Sep 25 | Starting at $6,159 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 14 Sep 25 — Thursday 25 Sep 25 | Starting at $6,159 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 21 Sep 25 — Thursday 02 Oct 25 | Starting at $6,159 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 12 Oct 25 — Thursday 23 Oct 25 | Starting at $6,159 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 19 Oct 25 — Thursday 30 Oct 25 | Starting at $6,159 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 26 Oct 25 — Thursday 06 Nov 25 | Starting at $6,159 | Get a Quote |
Destination & Sightseeing
Destination & SightseeingThe cable-car ride at Mount Fuji is weather dependent.
ITINERARY
ITINERARYDay 1
Welcome to Tokyo, Japan’s capital city. Hotel check-in is available mid-afternoon
Day 2
Day 3
Drive south along the coast to Kamakura to see the 750-year-old Great Buddha. Continue to Hakone where you’ll take a cable-car ride for panoramic views of spectacular Mount Fuji, Japan’s highest mountain. After lunch, cruise on Lake Ashi for more views of this beautiful area. Conclude the day with a thrilling shinkansen (bullet train) ride back to Tokyo!
Day 4
Enjoy a full day at your leisure to explore the city
Day 5
Journey to Matsumoto, gateway to the ruggedly beautiful Japanese Alps. Visit a local wasabi farm and Matsumoto Castle, a National Treasure of Japan dating back to the 16th Century. Tonight, enjoy a wonderful Japanese-style dinner at your hotel
Day 6
Day 7
This morning, enjoy a drive through the mountainous Shokawa Valley to Shirakawa; a remote region of Japan home to several UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Here explore the unique Gassho-Zukuri style (joined hands) thatched houses that can be found only here. Continue to the scenic town of Kanazawa, situated between the mountains and the Sea of Japan. Explore Kenroku-en Garden and take part in a gold leaf class, where you’ll learn about this ancient craft and make your own bento box
Day 8
Day 9
This morning starts with a visit to stunning Kinkakuji, the Temple of the Gold Pavilion. Next, visit Yuzen Handmade Corner to learn about the Yuzen dyeing technique used to decorate kimonos by painting dye directly on the cloth. Make your own souvenir using this traditional method. End the day at Sanjusajendo Temple, famous for its 1,001 statues of Kannon, the Buddhist goddess of mercy. Flanking the main statue are 1,000 more life-sized statues, covered in gold leaf, with 40 arms believed to have the power to save 25 worlds!
Day 10
Travel to nearby Nara to visit Kasuga Shrine and Todaiji Temple, both UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Tonight, your Tour Director hosts a farewell dinner to celebrate your discovery of Japan
Day 11
Your tour ends with breakfast this morning.
Accommodations
Accommodations| Tokyo | Takayama | Kanazawa | Kyoto |
Hilton Tokyo
Moderate Deluxe
6-2 Nishi-Shinjuku 6 Chome Tokyo Japan
The Hilton Tokyo is the the perfect base for exploring the vibrant, energetic city of Tokyo. The hotel offers complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the Lobby and Marble Lounge. Rejuvenate in the 24-hour health club within the hotel and relax in the sauna or soothing whirlpool spa. Choose from seven tempting restaurants offering a range of delicious cuisine. Favorites include Dynasty authentic Chinese restaurant, and Musashino, featuring sushi, tempura and teppanyaki. For a relaxing evening drink, visit St. George's Bar.
Moderate Deluxe
6-2 Nishi-Shinjuku 6 Chome Tokyo Japan
The Hilton Tokyo is the the perfect base for exploring the vibrant, energetic city of Tokyo. The hotel offers complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the Lobby and Marble Lounge. Rejuvenate in the 24-hour health club within the hotel and relax in the sauna or soothing whirlpool spa. Choose from seven tempting restaurants offering a range of delicious cuisine. Favorites include Dynasty authentic Chinese restaurant, and Musashino, featuring sushi, tempura and teppanyaki. For a relaxing evening drink, visit St. George's Bar.
