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Lovely Sojorun In Startling Tokyo Tour Package
Tokyo, A classic city with the right blend of ultra - modernism and ancient tradition. The capital city never fails to fascinate any visitor with skyscrapers, museums, parks and ancient temples. Experience the grandeur in the taller and sleeker structures and also the warmth in the ancient low-slung wooden buildings, both in the same city, dazzling in both the extremes. Witness the ancient art forms of Japan and relish the native cuisines, all at one go!
Once you land at the Tokyo International Airport, our representative from South Tourism will receive and assist for a smooth check in at the hotel. Rest of the day is at your leisure.
This day is for sightseeing Tokyo city. Post breakfast, start your visit with Tokyo tower, the second tallest structure in Japan. Then move on to visit the classic Imperial Palace Plaza. The residence of Japan imperial family is in the exact centre of Tokyo attracting everyone’s attention with the wonderful ambience. Continue your drive to Sensoji temple, Tokyo’s oldest Buddhist temple, located in Asakusa.
Come out of the temple and stroll through Nakamise Shopping street adjacent to the temple entrance. The most visited location in Tokyo is this 250m long street lined up with souvenir shops and food stalls. Try some of the popular dishes native to Tokyo before resuming your visit to Ueno park, popular for Cherry blossoms in spring season. Return to hotel for overnight stay.
Post breakfast, check out from the hotel and start your trip for the day from Hamamtsucho bus terminal. Proceed to Fuji Visitor Centre, now popular as Fujisan World Heritage Centre, where you get to know about the historic heritage, culture and tradition of Mount Fuji. Continue to reach Lake Ashi, located on the Tokaido road which is the main link connecting Tokyo and Kyoto. Take a boat ride in Lake Ashi and from the lake side, you will be enjoying a spine chilling ropeway journey to Mt. Komagatake. Experience the thrill filled moments while climbing in the ropeway. Proceed to Kyoto by a bullet train. Check into the hotel for overnight stay.
Start your day with a drive to Nijo Castle, listed under the UNESCO World Heritage Site. The 16th century castle is the classical surviving example for Japan’s Feudal era and the castle architecture to marvel. Then proceed to Kinkakuji temple, one of the historic monuments of Ancient Kyoto. Built during the 13th century, the building was burnt down and the present day structure involves the styles of Shinden, Samurai and Zen. Next is the Kyoto Imperial Palace, which was once the Ruling Palace of Japan’s Emperor.
Post lunch proceed to Todai – ji temple in Nara, the Japanese headquarters for Kegon School of Buddhism, housing World’s largest Bronze statue of Buddha called, Daibutsu. It is one of the historic sites in Nara listed by UNESCO as World Heritage site. Also visit Nara Deer Park, Kasuga Taisha Shrine and Nara Nagomikan. Return to hotel for overnight stay.
Start your day with a drive to Nijo Castle, listed under the UNESCO World Heritage Site. The 16th century castle is the classical surviving example for Japan’s Feudal era and the castle architecture to marvel. Then proceed to Kinkakuji temple, one of the historic monuments of Ancient Kyoto. Built during the 13th century, the building was burnt down and the present day structure involves the styles of Shinden, Samurai and Zen. Next is the Kyoto Imperial Palace, which was once the Ruling Palace of Japan’s Emperor.
Post lunch proceed to Todai – ji temple in Nara, the Japanese headquarters for Kegon School of Buddhism, housing World’s largest Bronze statue of Buddha called, Daibutsu. It is one of the historic sites in Nara listed by UNESCO as World Heritage site. Also visit Nara Deer Park, Kasuga Taisha Shrine and Nara Nagomikan. Return to hotel for overnight stay.
This entire day is at your leisure to explore Kyoto city at your own pace.
Post breakfast, check out from the hotel. Based on your departure schedule, you will be assisted to board your flight in the Kansai International Airport.Tour Ends with the wonderful memories of Japan !