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Journey Through Japan... A Family Adventure
Tour Description:
From bullet trains to rickshaws, ninja arts to sushi making, age-old temples to modern-day marvels, Japan welcomes with traditions and technologies fun for families to experience together.
Discover them on a three-night stay in Tokyo, learning about Japanese warriors, digital art, cultural trends and more as you experience a taste of life in one of the world's most exciting cities. Speed out into the countryside aboard a bullet train, then slow down and soak in the sights of Lake Ashi on a pirate cruise with view of Mt. Fuji. History takes center stage during a two-night stay in Hiroshima, peaceful today, and Kyoto enchants with cultural sights, a geisha performance and a nightingale castle that you'll not soon forget.
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Dates & Pricing
| Monday 09 Jun 25 — Wednesday 18 Jun 25 | Starting at $9,590 |  SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Monday 30 Jun 25 — Wednesday 09 Jul 25 | Starting at $9,590 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Monday 07 Jul 25 — Wednesday 16 Jul 25 | Starting at $9,590 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Monday 14 Jul 25 — Wednesday 23 Jul 25 | Starting at $9,590 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Monday 11 Aug 25 — Wednesday 20 Aug 25 | Starting at $9,590 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Monday 01 Jun 26 — Wednesday 10 Jun 26 | Starting at $9,990 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Monday 08 Jun 26 — Wednesday 17 Jun 26 | Starting at $9,990 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Friday 12 Jun 26 — Sunday 21 Jun 26 | Starting at $9,990 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Monday 15 Jun 26 — Wednesday 24 Jun 26 | Starting at $9,990 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Friday 19 Jun 26 — Sunday 28 Jun 26 | Starting at $9,990 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Monday 22 Jun 26 — Wednesday 01 Jul 26 | Starting at $9,990 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Friday 26 Jun 26 — Sunday 05 Jul 26 | Starting at $9,990 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Monday 29 Jun 26 — Wednesday 08 Jul 26 | Starting at $9,990 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Monday 06 Jul 26 — Wednesday 15 Jul 26 | Starting at $9,990 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Friday 10 Jul 26 — Sunday 19 Jul 26 | Starting at $9,990 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Friday 17 Jul 26 — Sunday 26 Jul 26 | Starting at $9,990 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Monday 20 Jul 26 — Wednesday 29 Jul 26 | Starting at $9,990 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Monday 27 Jul 26 — Wednesday 05 Aug 26 | Starting at $9,990 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Friday 07 Aug 26 — Sunday 16 Aug 26 | Starting at $9,990 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
Disclaimer: Prices listed are per person, based on double occupancy, and in USD. All promotions are valid for new bookings only, capacity controlled and valid on select dates and departures. Individual Terms and Conditions will apply to all promotions. Any promotion can be withdrawn at any time without notice. Please speak with your Pavlus Travel Planner for complete vendor terms and conditions, including eligible tour and cruise dates.
Destination & Sightseeing
Destination & Sightseeing
From bullet trains to rickshaws, ninja arts to sushi making, age-old temples to modern-day marvels, Japan welcomes with traditions and technologies fun for families to experience together.
Discover them on a three-night stay in Tokyo, learning about Japanese warriors, digital art, cultural trends and more as you experience a taste of life in one of the world's most exciting cities. Speed out into the countryside aboard a bullet train, then slow down and soak in the sights of Lake Ashi on a pirate cruise with view of Mt. Fuji. History takes center stage during a two-night stay in Hiroshima, peaceful today, and Kyoto enchants with cultural sights, a geisha performance and a nightingale castle that you'll not soon forget.
Highlights
Ride aboard a rickshaw and discover the world of the ninja during a three-night stay in Tokyo, one of the world's most exciting cities
Speed out into the countryside aboard a bullet train, then slow down and soak in the sights of Lake Ashi on a pirate cruise with view of Mt. Fuji (weather permitting)
Experience a taste of daily life in Kyoto, enchanting with a tea ceremony, calligraphy lesson, Taiko drumming, a nightingale castle and geishas
Rides aboard bullet trains, a pirate boat, a rickshaw, a tram, a gondola, and a ferry
Lessons in calligraphy, taiko drumming, sushi making, and a hands-on okonomiyaki lunch
Three nights in Kyoto at a hotel recognized as one of "The Best Hotels and Resorts in the World: The Gold List 2024" by Condé Nast Traveler.
Highlights
Ride aboard a rickshaw and discover the world of the ninja during a three-night stay in Tokyo, one of the world's most exciting cities
Speed out into the countryside aboard a bullet train, then slow down and soak in the sights of Lake Ashi on a pirate cruise with view of Mt. Fuji (weather permitting)
Experience a taste of daily life in Kyoto, enchanting with a tea ceremony, calligraphy lesson, Taiko drumming, a nightingale castle and geishas
Rides aboard bullet trains, a pirate boat, a rickshaw, a tram, a gondola, and a ferry
Lessons in calligraphy, taiko drumming, sushi making, and a hands-on okonomiyaki lunch
Three nights in Kyoto at a hotel recognized as one of "The Best Hotels and Resorts in the World: The Gold List 2024" by Condé Nast Traveler.
ITINERARY
ITINERARYArrive Tokyo
Tour begins: 5:00 PM, Conrad Tokyo. A transfer is included from Tokyo's Narita and Haneda airports to the Conrad Hilton hotel in the heart of the city's Shiodome district within walking distance of the famous Ginza district. Join us for a welcome reception and dinner tonight as you meet your fellow family travelers in one of the world's most exciting cities.
A taste of daily life, past and present
Your day begins at lively Tsukiji Outer Market, a great place to hunt for foods made of fish and learn firsthand how to make sushi for lunch. This afternoon, visit Meiji Shrine, dedicated to the spirits of Emperor Meiji and his wife, try your hand at the art of Taiko drumming, and enjoy the height of fashion for kids and teens on a walking tour of trendy Harajuku that tempts with sweets and bubble tea. Dinner tonight is at your hotel.
Temples, rickshaws and ninja warriors
Set off for a day of hands-on discovery that blends centuries-old culture with cutting-edge creativity. Begin with an interactive ninja experience, then visit Tokyo's oldest temple—Asakusa Kannon (Senso-ji), founded in 645 and set against the striking silhouette of the Tokyo Skytree. A rickshaw ride through the city offers a unique window into local life, followed by a chance to lunch like a local. In the afternoon, dive into the immersive worlds of teamLab Planets Tokyo—an award-winning digital art museum where you'll walk through water, bloom with flowers, and wander among stars in ever-changing exhibits. Wrap up with a bit of free time to explore the stylish streets of Ginza before enjoying the rest of the day at your leisure.
A bullet train to Hakone
Capable of traveling up to 200 miles per hour, Japan's famous bullet train is the fastest way to speed from place to place. Today, come aboard for a train ride to the hot springs town of Hakone in the Japanese countryside for an overnight stay. Enjoy lunch back at your hotel before heading to Lake Ashi, where a private boat cruise across the lake awaits. Weather permitting, enjoy views of Mount Fuji towering off in the distance. Back on land, embark by tram for a ride to Owakundani, a volcanic valley famous for its active sulphur vents and hot springs. Created 3,000 years ago following the explosion of the Hakone volcano, the valley is famous for its "kuro-tamago," a local variety of hard-boiled egg boiled in the mineral-rich hot springs causing the shells to turn black. Enjoy free time at your hotel before dinner tonight.
History in Hiroshima
A visit to the outdoor sculpture park at the Open Air Museum precedes two bullet trains rides en route to your hotel in Hiroshima. Take in the sights like the locals do and find lunch in the food courts at the train station. Late this afternoon check into your hotel for the next two nights, the Hilton Hiroshima, ideally located in the center of the city. Dinner tonight is at the hotel.
A Peace Park & Miyajima Island
Hiroshima is where the first atomic bomb was dropped in WWII creating unimaginable devastation. Today this important rebuilt city has become a beacon of hope and education towards abolishing nuclear weapons and promoting peace. Visit the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum and Park, home to many poignant memorials and monuments that chronicle the reality of that fateful event. If you wish, take the opportunity to view the sights from atop the Orizuri Tower overlooking the park. For lunch, your family is in for a special treat as you learn to make okonomiyaki, a crepe-like pancake that is topped with a variety of meat, seafood, vegetables and cheese. Prepare it the way you like and enjoy a taste of this favorite Japanese treat. A short ferry ride this afternoon brings you to the island of Miyajima for a visit to the Itsukushima Shrine, known for its "floating" torii gate. Home to hundreds of free-roaming Sitka deer, the island is regarded as one of the most scenic spots in Japan. Ferry back to your hotel in Hiroshima where the evening is free to enjoy as you wish.
Charming Kyoto
Speed to the enchanting city of Kyoto aboard a bullet train this morning, arriving in time for lunch at a local restaurant. Continue to the Buddhist temple Kiyomizu-dera for a locally guided tour. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the temple was built in 780 on the side of a steep mountain near the Otowa Waterfall. Its name, translated to mean "pure water temple," comes from the crystal-clear water of the three streams at the slope of the hill, each having their own unique meaning to whoever drinks from them. One stream promises longevity, one, academic success, and one portends a good love life. Enjoy panoramic views of Kyoto from the temple's expansive wooden deck, before driving to your hotel in the heart of the city, recognized as one of "The Best Hotels and Resorts in the World: The Gold List 2024" by Condé Nast Traveler. Have dinner at the hotel at your leisure.
Cultural treasures & timeless traditions of Kyoto
Home to more than 1,600 Buddhist temples and 400 Shinto shrines, Kyoto is world-famous for its refined culture, dining, and charm of rural Japan. Explore its landmark sites today, including a locally guided visit to golden-topped Kinkaku-ji Golden Pavilion, set in a garden on the edge of a lake, and a walk through Nishiki Market, rich with history and tradition and renowned for its famous foods and goods. This afternoon, learn about the art of life in this enchanting city as you experience an authentic Japanese tea ceremony and discover the finer points of calligraphy. Spend the evening as you wish.
Nijo Castle & geisha secrets
History takes center stage on a visit to Nijo Castle, today one of the seventeen Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto classified by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. A place of spellbinding beauty, Nijo Castle was built in 1603 as the Kyoto residence of the powerful first shogun of the Edo Period (1603-1867). Discover the secret of its nightingale floors on a guided tour, shoes off. Tonight, join your fellow travelers for a farewell reception and dinner highlighted by a visit with a local geisha, where more time-honored secrets are revealed and a perfect finish to an incredible family adventure.
Journey Home
Tour ends: 8:00 AM, Hotel The Mitsui Kyoto. Fly home anytime. A transfer is included from Hotel The Mitsui Kyoto to Kansai International Airport or Itami Airport. Allow a minimum of three hours for flight check-in at the airport.
Disclaimer: Prices listed are per person, based on double occupancy, and in USD. All promotions are valid for new bookings only, capacity controlled and valid on select dates and departures. Individual Terms and Conditions will apply to all promotions. Any promotion can be withdrawn at any time without notice. Please speak with your Pavlus Travel Planner for complete vendor terms and conditions, including eligible tour and cruise dates.
