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Description

Kyoto (京都, Kyōto) served as Japan's capital and the emperor's residence from 794 until 1868. It is one of the country's ten largest cities with a population of 1.5 million people and a modern face. Kyoto is old Japan writ large: atmospheric temples, sublime gardens, traditional teahouses and geisha scurrying to secret liaisons.

Japan's Spiritual Heart

This is a city of some 2000 temples and shrines: a city of true masterpieces of religious architecture, such as the retina-burning splendour of Kinkaku-ji (the famed Golden Pavilion) and the cavernous expanse of Higashi Hongan-ji. It's where robed monks shuffle between temple buildings, prayer chants resonate through stunning Zen gardens, and the faithful meditate on tatami-mat floors. Even as the modern city buzzes and shifts all around, a waft of burning incense, or the sight of a bright vermillion torii gate marking a shrine entrance, are regular reminders that Kyoto remains the spiritual heart of Japan.

A Trip for the Tastebuds

Few cities of this size pack such a punch when it comes to their culinary cred, and at its heart is Nishiki Market ('Kyoto's kitchen'). Kyoto is crammed with everything from Michelin-starred restaurants, chic cocktail bars, cool cafes and sushi spots to food halls, izakaya (Japanese pub-eateries), craft-beer bars and old-school noodle joints. Splurge on the impossibly refined cuisine known as kaiseki while gazing over your private garden, taste the most delicate tempura in a traditional building, slurp down steaming bowls of ramen elbow-to-elbow with locals, then slip into a sugar coma from a towering matcha (powdered green tea) sundae.

Immerse in Rich Culture

If you don't know your matcha (powdered green tea) from your manga (Japanese comic), have never slept on a futon or had a bath with naked strangers, then it doesn't matter as this is the place to immerse yourself in the intricacies of Japanese culture. Whether you watch matcha being whisked in a traditional tea ceremony, spend the night in a ryokan, get your gear off and soak in an onsen, join a raucous hanami (cherry-blossom viewing) party or discover the art of Japanese cooking – you'll come away one step closer to understanding the unique Japanese way of life.

Tour Itinerary (5D4N)

Historic Kyoto 5D4N is curated to bring you to historical places like Kyoto Castle amidst the natural scenery. This tour package has a comfortable pace for everyone, young or senior.

Accomodation

• 3N Stay at Hotel in Tokyo with Daily Breakfast
• 2N Stay at Hotel in Kyoto with Daily Breakfast
• 2N Stay at Hotel in Osaka with Daily Breakfast

Transportation

• 1 way Narita/Haneda – Shinjuku Station (Shinjuku Washington Hotel) Limousine Bus
• 1 way Osaka Station (New Hankyu Hotel) – Kansai Airport Limousine Bus Ticket
• 1 way Bullet Train from Tokyo to Kyoto (0930-1150hrs) with Reserved Seating
• 1 way Bullet Train from Kyoto to Osaka (0933-0946hrs) with Reserved Seating

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• Kansai / Osaka
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  Day 1: Arrive at Kansai

  Upon arrival, transfer to Osaka Station by Limousine bus and spend the rest of the day at leisure.

• Osaka
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  Day 2: Unwind at the Onsen

  Spent the day at leisure exploring this vibrant city before a relaxing bath at the local onsen.

• Osaka / Kyoto
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  Day 3: Sightseeing at Kyoto

  Embark on your tour with your 1 day use of private car with Chinese speaking driver.

  • -Fushimi Inari Shrine – This shrine is well-known for the unending path of over 5000 vibrant orange torii gates that leads to the top
  • -Kiyomizu Dera Temple – one of the most popular temple in Kyoto, Kiyomizu Dera Temple provides a panoramic view of the city
  • -Gion Street – A collection of streets defined by its old wooden buildings, teahouses and exclusive Japanese restaurants. You may catch a glimpse of geisha clad in exquisite kimono
  • -Arashiyama Sagano Bamboo Forest – Imagine standing in the midst of the sprawling bamboo grove and listening to the sound of rustling bamboo as it sways on the wind and the stirring of its leave
• Tokyo
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  Day 4: Transfer to Tokyo

  • - Transfer to Kyoto station via private car
  • - Hop on to bullet train from Kyoto to Tokyo (Timing: 0935-1153). Train ticket with reserved seating is included.
  • - One way transfer from Tokyo station to Tokyo city hotel upon arrival in Tokyo via private car.
• Tokyo
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  Day 5: Depart from Tokyo

  Have a leisure breakfast and short stroll around the city before proceeding to the pickup point for your transfer by Airport Limousine Bus to Tokyo airport.

Reviews

Amanda Smith – 03 Apr 2018

The tour was absolutely well-paced for my parents and little ones! The tour guide we have was very patient & accomodating!

Allan Doe – 17 Feb 2019

This tour was unlike others my partner and I have been on. It delivered a great immersion into the local heritage.

Sarah Smith – 17 Mar 2019

The itinerary was very well put together, with little rushing and waiting. I'd definitely recommend this to my friends!