Highlights Of Tokyo & Kyoto

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7 days (ex Arrive Tokyo)

Destinations visited: Japan, Tokyo, World

Physical rating:
Culture shock rating:

Physical Ratings

The physical rating gives you an idea of how much huffing and puffing you can expect on the trip. While generalisations are always tricky, a summary of our ratings follows:

Rating 1

These trips are a relaxing break. You don't have to worry about doing anything physically demanding unless you want to.

Rating 2

Some easy physical activities included in your trip. No physical preparation is required to make the most of the journey.

Rating 3

This trip will raise your heartbeat. Moderate physical activities are included and a good level of fitness is required.

Rating 4

Be prepared for some serious physical activity. The majority of activities included on this trip will be challenging. The fitter you are, the more you will enjoy your holiday.

Rating 5

Intrepid’s highest physical rating. Get ready for a heart-pumping adventure with plenty of challenges and some extreme conditions. You will be required to be seriously fit for this trip as difficult activities are included.

Culture Shock Ratings

The culture shock rating considers the level of development in the location, the area's infrastructure and how easy it is to access services. It also takes into consideration how different the food and customs are and whether English is widely spoken. While generalisations are always tricky, here’s a summary of the ratings:

Rating 1

This is the least confronting of Intrepid's product range. English is the native language and the food, customs and access to services will be familiar to you.

Rating 2

You will probably have experienced food like this in restaurants back home and English is commonly spoken. Services are available most of the time but there may be some cultural differences.

Rating 3

Expect some culture shock. You will be exposed to signs of poverty and access to services may be sporadic. The food will be quite different to home and English speakers harder to find. Respecting the local culture will make it easier to fit in and really experience the location.

Rating 4

The comforts of home are more of a rarity. English is not common and the food will be quite different to what you are used to. It is important to observe some of the local customs to not cause offence. Many of the locals' standard of living may be confronting.

Rating 5

You're really out there! You'll need to pay specific attention to health and hygiene. A large proportion of locals' living conditions are a world away from standards you are used to. You may have difficulty finding an English speaker and there is little or no access to services. Paying heed to local customs is essential.

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Description

Japan is a kaleidoscope of contrasts and few other cities fuse ancient and modern worlds in the way that Tokyo and Kyoto do. Discover the best of sprawling Tokyo from downtown Asakusa to the neon metropolis Harajuku. Shop in opulent department stores and visit a sumo stable. Rush past the majestic Mt Fuji on the bullet train to Kyoto, where you'll visit a local market, participate in a traditional tea ceremony and admire elegantly attired Gion geisha. Experience Japan's collision of ancient and modern culture, and discover hidden treasures around every turn.

Highlights

Visit the fascinating Nishiki-koji food market.
Walk the immaculate grounds of Kinkaku-ji.
See geisha in Gion.
Take part in a traditional tea ceremony.
Experience old world traditions in Kyoto.
Visit a sumo stable in Tokyo.
Sample sashimi at the world's largest fish market.
Ride the bullet train past Mt Fuji.
Stay in a traditional ryokan.

Itinerary

Day 1 Arrive Tokyo

Tokyo city is full of fascinating contradictions, and a private guided tour is a great way to explore this enthralling place. See towering skyscrapers alongside Zen gardens, shrines and temples. Try delicate Japanese cuisine, cruise the Sumida River and enjoy the hospitality of a ryokan (traditional inn). Visit a sumo stable, explore the ornate Hamarikyu Garden and sample fresh sashimi at the Tsukiji Fish Market.

Days 2-3 Tokyo

Spend the next two days enjoying a thorough tour of Tokyo - a place where bright lights and big buildings compete for space with tranquil Zen gardens and temples from bygone eras. Try delicate Japanese cuisine, enjoy a boat cruise on the Sumida River and delve into the city's high-tech underbelly while travelling on its world-class public transport system. Experience Japanese culture past and present - visit a sumo stable, explore ornate gardens and be sure to sample some of the freshest sashimi on the planet at the Tsukiji Fish Market. Also enjoy the opportunity to spend free time doing some personal sightseeing in Tokyo - the cherry blossoms in Ueno Park in springtime are not to be missed!

Days 4-6 Kyoto

Glimpse Mt Fuji while travelling on the bullet train to journey to Kyoto. Temples such as Kiyomizu-dera and Kinkaku-ji are a real highlight, as is Nishiki-koji Market. Walk along Tetsugaku-no-Michi (the Philosopher's Path), participate in a tea ceremony and learn about mysterious geisha in Gion. Kyoto's fusion of old and new is magical, and perfectly embodies Japan's ability to combine ancient traditions with modern living.

Day 7 Depart Kyoto

Be sure to fill up on traditional cuisine before bidding farewell to this charming city.

Group Size

N/A as this is an independent itinerary

Departure Guarantee

Departure is guaranteed

Accommodation

Ryokan (6 nts)

Transport

Metro, Bus, Ferry

Budget

Allow USD $200 for meals not included.

Pricing Details

AUD $5030.00 per person single share

AUD $3460.00 per person twin share

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