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The Best of Japan and the Seto Inland Sea: Summer Golden Route, 10 Days

A summer touring course adding Himeji, Kurashiki, Hiroshima, and Miyajima, plus the Seto Inland Sea and Shikoku, to the essentials of Tokyo, Mt. Fuji, Kyoto, Nara, and Osaka.

10 Days / 9 NightsTokyo → Mt. Fuji / Hakone → Kyoto → Nara / Osaka → Himeji / Kurashiki → Hiroshima / Miyajima → Shikoku → OsakaSummerActivity Level: Moderate
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The Best of Japan and the Seto Inland Sea: Summer Golden Route, 10 Days

From Tokyo, Mt. Fuji, Kyoto, Nara, and Osaka to Himeji, Hiroshima, Miyajima, the Seto Inland Sea, and Shikoku. Experience Japan’s iconic scenery and culture over 10 days.

Indicative Price: USD 4,198〜
The Best of Japan and the Seto Inland Sea: Summer Golden Route, 10 Days
Experiences

What Awaits You on This Journey

Arrival in Tokyo

After arriving at the airport, staff will greet you and take you to your hotel.

Koka and Kyoto

Visit Koka and the MIHO Museum, among other sites, then head to Kyoto.

Himeji, Kurashiki, and Hiroshima

Visit Himeji Castle and the Kurashiki Bikan Historical Area, then head to Hiroshima.

End of Tour

Check out after breakfast, concluding the itinerary.

Itinerary

10-Day Itinerary

The itinerary below is a model plan. The content and order can be adjusted to match your interests, fitness level, travel companions, and preferred pace.

DAY1

Arrival in Tokyo

After arriving at the airport, staff will greet you and take you to your hotel.

DAY2

Tokyo

Visit Tsukiji Outer Market, the area around the Imperial Palace, a sushi-making experience, Sensoji Temple and Nakamise, and Tokyo Skytree.

DAY3

Mt. Fuji, Hakone, and Lake Hamana

Visit the Mt. Fuji 5th Station (weather permitting) and the Hakone Ropeway and Owakudani, experience the shinkansen, and head to a hot spring inn.

DAY4

Koka and Kyoto

Visit Koka and the MIHO Museum, among other sites, then head to Kyoto.

DAY5

Kyoto

Visit Arashiyama and the bamboo grove, Kinkaku-ji Temple, a tea ceremony with a maiko, Kiyomizu-dera Temple, and Gion.

DAY6

Kyoto, Nara, and Osaka

Visit Fushimi Inari, Todai-ji Temple and Nara Park, then head to Dotonbori and Shinsaibashi in Osaka.

DAY7

Himeji, Kurashiki, and Hiroshima

Visit Himeji Castle and the Kurashiki Bikan Historical Area, then head to Hiroshima.

DAY8

Hiroshima, Miyajima, and the Shimanami Kaido

Visit the Peace Memorial Park and Museum and Miyajima and Itsukushima Shrine, then cross the Seto Inland Sea to Shikoku.

DAY9

Oboke, Takamatsu, and Kobe

Via a cruise through the Oboke Gorge, Ritsurin Garden, and Awaji Island, enjoy Wagyu beef in Kobe.

DAY10

End of Tour

Check out after breakfast, concluding the itinerary.

Hotels

About Accommodation

Accommodation

Hotel Mystays Premier Narita or an equivalent-class property

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Hotel Metropolitan Tokyo Ikebukuro or an equivalent-class property

Accommodation

Grand Mercure Lake Hamana Resort And Spa or an equivalent-class property

Accommodation

Kyoto Tokyu Hotel or an equivalent-class property

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Hotel Elsereine Osaka or an equivalent-class property

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Hiroshima Grand Prince Hotel or an equivalent-class property

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Imabari Kokusai Hotel or an equivalent-class property

Accommodation

Hotel Nikko Kansai Airport or an equivalent-class property

Notes

9 nights, 10 days. Conditions include breakfast daily, 4 lunches, 4 dinners, the sightseeing and experiences listed in the itinerary, private vehicle transport, and an English-speaking guide. Prices, schedule, and accommodation are subject to change. The latest conditions will be provided with your official quote.

Source: Amnet no Tabi

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