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Japan's Captivating Cultural Odyssey - 8 days

8 days
From Tokyo to Otaru
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In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Partially Guided
Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 1 - 65
All Ages Welcome
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Tokyo

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  2. Day 2

    Tokyo

    Meals
    Dinner (Dinner at a local restaurant in Shinjuku)

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Tokyo (approximately 7 hours)
    • Visit to Zojoji Temple
    • Viewing of Shibuya Crossing
    • Visit to Meiji Shrine
    • Admission to Tokyo Skytree Tembo Deck (350 metres)
    • Exploration of Sensoji Temple
    • Visit to Nakamise shopping street
    • Evening walk through Shinjuku
    • Metro tickets to Shinjuku
    Landmarks
    Zojoji Temple
    Tokyo Tower
    Shibuya Crossing
    Meiji Shrine
    Tokyo Skytree
    Sensoji Temple
    Nakamise Shopping Street
    Akihabara
    Ginza
    Shinjuku
  3. Day 3

    Tokyo to Nikko to Sendai

    Included Activities

    • Visit to Nikko Toshogu Shrine
    • Visit to Taiyuinbyo Mausoleum
    • Riverside walk at Kannanga Fuchi

    Optional Activities

    • Dinner in Sendai at a restaurant of your choice
    Landmarks
    Nikko Toshogu Shrine
    Taiyuinbyo Mausoleum
    Kannanga Fuchi
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  4. Day 4

    Sendai to Matsushima to Hiraizumi to Morioka

    Meals
    Lunch (Lunch served on board the bay cruise)

    Included Activities

    • Visit to traditional tea house in Matsushima
    • 50-minute bay cruise with lunch
    • Visit to Takkoku no Iwaya Temple
    • Visit to Chusonji Temple
    • Visit to Motsuji Temple gardens
    • Zen ceremony participation (admission included)
    Landmarks
    Matsushima Bay
    Takkoku no Iwaya
    Chusonji Temple
    Motsuji Temple
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  5. Day 5

    Morioka to Hirosaki to Aomori to Hakodate

    Meals
    Lunch (Lunch at a local restaurant in Aomori)

    Included Activities

    • View of Hirosaki Castle from outside in the park
    • Visit to Nebuta Museum in Aomori
    • Ferry crossing to Hokkaido
    Landmarks
    Hirosaki Castle
    Nebuta Museum
    Russian Orthodox Church
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  6. Day 6

    Hakodate to Onuma to Noboribetsu to Sapporo

    Meals
    Lunch (Lunch at a local restaurant in Onuma)

    Included Activities

    • Visit to Hakodate fish market
    • Admission to Goryokaku Tower
    • Boat ride or scenic walking trails at Onuma
    Landmarks
    Goryokaku Tower
    Onuma
    Jigokudani
    Lake Oyunuma
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  7. Day 7

    Sapporo

    Meals
    Lunch (Lunch at a local restaurant in Otaru)

    Included Activities

    • Guided city tour of Sapporo
    • Visit to Sapporo Clock Tower
    • Visit to Odori Koen
    • Visit to Hokkaido Jingu Shinto Shrine
    • Kito traditional prayer ceremony
    • Visit to Hill of Buddha
    • Excursion to Otaru
    Landmarks
    Sapporo Clock Tower
    Odori Koen
    Sapporo TV Tower
    Hokkaido Jingu
    Hill of Buddha
    Otaru
  8. Day 8

    Sapporo

    Meals
    Breakfast

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