Santamonica Tours & Travels Pvt Ltd

DAY 1 - TOKYO

Welcome to Japan! Transfer by coach (SHUTTLE BUS) to hotel.18H30.- Meeting with guide.
Late in the afternoon, we will pay a visit to this fascinating country by taking a trip on the metro (tickets included) to the Shinjuku district and see the crowds of people who use this modern and efficient collective transport system. Shinjuku is one of the most important nightlife districts.
Dinner included and return to hotel by metro with our guide.
Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

DAY 2 - : TOKYO

In the morning, we take part in a 5-hour trip with our guide to see this amazing city, with its hustle and bustle and extremely modern districts that coexist with quiet, peaceful areas. Brief stop at the Zojoji Temple to make a beautiful photograph of the Tokyo Tower. Pay attention to the hundred of Jizos, stone traditional protecting deities who guide us on our travels, give power to those who are weak (such children) and those in dangerous places, and who are dressed including hats, robes and windmills.
Then we head to the junction of Shibuya, a junction that is said to be the most crowded in the world. The Meiji Temple is dedicated to the Emperor Meiji, his wife, and their spirits. We continue on our bus along the elegant street of Omotesando. We will edge the most beautiful part of the Imperial Palace and the gardens. Stop to visit the famous Nijubashi Bridge. We will pass through the district of Akihabara, the “electric town” with icons from the popular Japanese Manga and Anime culture and then see Kokugikan, the Sumo stadium, home of this Japanese sport.
We will also visit the Buddhist temple of Sensoji, the oldest and most important temple in Tokyo, with its 55-metre high pagoda.
Then we will have some free time to visit the traditional commercial street of Nakamise in the district of Asakusa.
Lunch included in a local restaurant. Return to hotel.Free time in the afternoon.
NOTE: During the Japanese Olympics,accommodation may be given near Narita airport.
Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

DAY 3 - TOKYO - MONT FUJI - KAWAGUCHIKO

We travel to the beautiful area of Monte Fuji, through pretty countryside on our way.
First of all we see the ARAKURAYAMA SENGEN PARK, with its beautiful pagodas, and from here enjoy the best and most well-known views of Mount Fuji.
After this we go on to KAWAGUCHIKO with its tiny houses, flowers and mountains, and its beautiful lake. On our arrival, we will visit the FUJI SENGEN SHRINE set in a magical site surrounded by tall trees, and the starting point of the traditional pilgrimage to the mountain. At the shrine, we will express our thanks for being able to visit this wonderful place.
The visit also includes a delightful boat trip on Kawaguchiko Lake.
After lunch, we start to ascend Mount Fuji on the road that takes us to the “fifth station”, surrounded by spectacular forests and views, to a height of 2,305 metres.
Note: In winter, the route up to Mount Fuji is closed due to snow or other adverse weather conditions;during this season, we will ascend as far as the authorised point. Return to Kawaguchiko, with time to stroll near the lake. We will stay at a Ryokan (a traditional Japanese hotel), and have the chance to enjoyits ONSEN (public baths). Dinner included. (NB: In the planned Ryokan, some rooms are in Japanese style,with accommodation on tatamis, and others are in western-style. Accommodation may sometimes be in a western type hotel).
Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

DAY 4 - KAWAGUCHIKO - IYASHI NO SATO NENBA - TOYOTA - KYOTO

We are only 130km (81 miles) from KYOTO. In the morning, we continue along the pretty road bordered by lakes to IYASHI NO SATO NENBA, a tiny village destroyed by a typhoon in 1966 and later restored as a traditional open-air mountain village and museum. Its traditional houses have been transformed into arts and crafts shops, restaurants and traditional museums.
We then have the opportunity to admire the SHIRAITO FALLS, considered done of the most attractive sites in Japan, with a waterfall height of 150 metres. We will then continue to NAGOYA, the third most important city of Japan, on the shores of the Pacific. Here we will visit the TOYOTA MUSEUM (admission included), a must-see for motor lovers.
We continue to KYOTO, accomodation.
Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

DAY 5 - KYOTO

We spend all day in the city that was the capital of Japan from the year 794 to 1868 and home to the Imperial Court. During World War II the city was the only major Japanese to escape the bombardments, and so it still preserves its wealth of artistic heritage; the famous protocol restricting greenhouse gas emissions was signed in Kyoto in 1997. We head for the outskirts of Kyoto to Arashiyama, where we cross the Togetsukyo Bridge ("bridge over the moon"), which has fantastic views.
Then We will visit the Tenryuji temple, one of the "five major Zen temples of Kyoto" and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, followed by a walk through its mystic bamboo forest.
The visit includes a trip to one of the most important parts of the city. We will see the marvellous Shinto Shrine of Fushimi Inari, the Imperial Palace and Kinkakuji temple, “the golden pavilion” and its wonderful gardens. Free time before visiting GION, a busy traditional quarter famous for its Geisha. Free time.
Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

DAY 6 - KYOTO - NARA - OSAKA

We leave for NARA and visit Todaiji, a magnificent Buddhist temple built in 752, which has a giant Buddha and where passengers can take photos and touch and feed the deer that wander through the park. Lunch included.
After the visit, we will see HORYUJI Buddhist temple, a World Heritage Site that includes a seminary, monasteries and temples. Its main pagoda temple is one of the oldest wooden buildings in the world and is the oldest Buddhist temple in Japan and an important place of worship.
We continue to OSAKA, where we arrive in the evening. Accommodation in this modern city (Japan’s second city). We will visit Dotonbori, a colourful district filled with nightlife.
Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

DAY 7 - OSAKA - ENGYO-JI - HIMEJI - OKAYAMA

We leave for Mount SHOSA, and its ENGYO-JI complex of temples dating back more than 1,000 years, which was the place where the film “The last Samurai” was made. Cable car ride.
After this we will see HIMEJI, where we will include entry to its immense complex that shows us the architecture of Japanese castles.
Lunch included in a local restaurant. We go on to OKAYAMA, where we will visit Korakuen, one of the most beautiful gardens in Japan, with its lakes, waterfalls and traditional teahouses.
Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

DAY 8 - OKAYAMA - KURASHIKI - ITSUKUSHIMA - HIROSHIMA

We leave for KURASHIKI, a city with a very well preserved historical centre. Time for a stroll in this charming place with its atmosphere from the past. We continue on our way to HIROSHIMA, a city sadly known for the atomic bomb that fell on it in 1945 and which levelled the city.
We will stroll around the Peace Memorial, the Dome of the bomb and we will visit the impressive Museum of Peace. After the war we will seek peace by embarking on a ferry to the island “where men and gods live together”, with the sanctuary of ITSUKUSHIMA dedicated to the guardian of the seas, built partially over the sea.
Later time to visit the temple, to stroll around its pretty centre and have lunch.
Return to our hotel in Hiroshima. Dinner included.
Note: The order of the visits in Hiroshima may vary without affecting their content.
Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

DAY 9 - HIROSHIMA - TOKYO

After breakfast, transfer to the station to take the BULLET TRAIN to TOKYO. It takes four hours to travel the 800 kilometers between both cities. Arrival in Tokyo at around 2:00 pm.
Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Product Description

Welcome to Japan, a country of fascinating contrasts where traditional practices from long ago coexist peacefully with contemporary inventions. Prepare to go off on an adventure that will take you past crowded cities, peaceful temples, stunning vistas, and delectable culinary treats. Immerse yourself in the fascinating history, voluminous culture, and gracious hospitality of this magnificent nation. Japan provides a wide variety of experiences that will amaze and inspire you, from the neon-lit streets of Tokyo to the serene gardens of Kyoto.

DEPARTURE/RETURN LOCATION

International Airport

DEPARTURE TIME

Please arrive at least 3.5 hours before the flight.

INCLUDED

Airfare	Accommodations
2 days cruise	Professional guide

NOT INCLUDED

Entrance fees

Guide gratuity

1 - A valid Passport (with more than two blank pages, 6 months validity after the return date). Please submit your old passports also, if any

2 - Two photographs were taken within the last 6 months. The photograph should be of size 35 * 45 mm, color with white background and printed on good quality paper WITHOUT Spectacles.

3 - IF YOUR SPOUSE IS TRAVELLING ALONG WITH YOU, SUBMIT THE MARRIAGE CERTIFICATE.

4 - Latest Six months' bank statements with updated sufficient balance (original statement with bank seal and sign on all pages). Minimum 03 lakhs per person which can be in Savings account.

5 - Last 3 years' Income Tax Returns.

6 - Vaccine Certificate.

7 - If Employed :

Employer letter - Original letter on company letterhead, signed and stamped by HR, mentioning your position and the duration of your service, "No objection statement" regarding the planned trip to include dates of travel.
Last 6 months' salary slip.
Last 6 months’ salary bank account statements (original statement with bank seal and sign on all pages).

8 - If the applicant is a Student / Dependent child/children :

Copy of the student School ID card and bonafide letter from the School.
Concern letter from parents along with a government-issued photo id proof.
Parent/s Last 3 years' Income Tax Returns and 6 months Bank Statement (original statement with bank seal and sign on all pages).
Proof of relationship - Birth Certificate.

9 - If the applicant is the owner of the company:

Proof of ownership - GST or Company Registration, Director Identification Number approval issued from the Ministry of Corporate Affairs or proprietorship document issued from bank or Import export license).
Company’s 6 Months Bank Statement (original statement with bank seal and sign on all pages).
Company’s Last 3 years' Income Tax Returns.

10 - If Retired :

Retirement documents & pension proof.
Last 6 Months personal bank statement (original statement with bank seal and sign on all pages).
(Please note : The Savings account balance should contain the tour cost. No last-minute deposit to the account is allowed. Bank statements should have a bank seal & signature. All photocopies should be in A4 size only)

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7 - Health and Safety: Travelers are responsible for their own health and safety during the trip. It is advisable to adhere to local laws, customs, and guidelines, and to take necessary precautions regarding personal health, vaccinations, and safety measures.

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