Japan, From Tokyo to Osaka

Essential Japan on the move 3^*

Arrival at Tokyo Airport.

Your transfer to your hotel is by shared shuttle bus.

Make your own lunch and dinner arrangements.

Overnight stay in Tokyo.

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Breakfast at the hotel.

Free day, perfect for discovering the city at your own pace.

Lunch and dinner on your own.

Night in Tokyo.

Suggested tours:

A stroll through the Asakusa district takes you to Tokyo's oldest Buddhist temple, Senso-ji. Here you can discover Japanese traditions and spiritual practices. Go from stall to stall in the temple's main alley to sample a variety of Japanese street food specialties.

Breakfast at the hotel.

Day at leisure.

Lunch and dinner on your own.

Overnight in Tokyo.

Sightseeing suggestions:

Discover the trendy districts of Shibuya and Harajuku. Pose in front of the statue of Hachiko, Japan's most famous dog, and immerse yourself in the world of Japanese fashion. Be amazed by the eccentric looks on the famous Takeshita Street. After a visit to Tokyo's Imperial Palace to soak up Japanese history, enjoy the greenery of Ueno Park.

Breakfast at the hotel.

This morning, transfer by train to the town of Hakone with your Hakone Free Pass.

Lunch on your own.

Overnight at a Japanese inn (Ryokan) in Hakone with traditional dinner.

After the delicious "Kaiseki" meal, take advantage of this off-the-beaten-track getaway to recharge your batteries in the establishment's indoor and outdoor hot springs, known as onsen.

Suggested tours:

Situated around the Ashi Lake and renowned for its various traditional inns and thermal baths, Hakone offers a view of the famous Mount Fuji.

Breakfast at the Ryokan.

Discover the city's main attractions with the Hakone Free Pass.

Later, transfer by train to the city of Kyoto.

Lunch and dinner on your own.

Overnight in Kyoto.

Suggested tours:

Discover the surrounding landscapes and vary your experiences: sail on the Ashi Lake to catch a glimpse of Mount Fuji, take the funiculars up the Owakudani Valley to observe its volcanic sulfur fumaroles

Breakfast at the hotel.

Free day to explore the city at your own pace.

Lunch and dinner on your own.

Night in Kyoto.

Suggested visits:

Soak up the enchanting atmosphere of Gion, Kyoto's geisha district. Stroll through the cobblestone streets lined with traditional wooden houses and try to catch a glimpse of a graceful geisha. Don't miss a visit to the famous Kaburenjo Theater, where traditional dance and music performances have captivated audiences for centuries. Enter the majestic Kiyomizu-dera temple perched on a hill, offering a panoramic view of the city. This sacred site immerses you in the spirituality and timeless beauty of Kyoto.

Breakfast at the hotel.

Day at leisure.

Lunch and dinner on your own.

Overnight in Kyoto.

Suggested tours:

Set off for the Fushimi Inari shrine, famous for its thousands of red gates that stretch across the mountainside. The mystical atmosphere and natural beauty of this place make it an unforgettable experience. Next, take the train into Nara Park for a magical encounter with free-roaming fallow deer. Stroll among these majestic animals amidst the sublime temples set back in the forest.

Breakfast at the hotel.

Transfer by train to the city of Hiroshima with your Kansai Hiroshima JR Pass.

Lunch and dinner on your own.

Overnight in Hiroshima.

Suggested tours:

Explore the natural splendor of Arashiyama, a picturesque district west of Kyoto. Start your day with a stroll through the famous bamboo forest, where canes soar skyward, creating a breathtaking and peaceful landscape. Nearby, don't miss the prankster monkeys roaming the Arashiyama Monkey Park. Afterwards, visit the Tenryu-ji temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and stroll through its Zen gardens. Board a cruise boat on the Hozu River to admire the spectacular scenery of the green valleys.

Breakfast at the hotel.

Day at leisure. Lunch and dinner on your own.

Night in Hiroshima.

Suggested tours:

Hiroshima, a city scarred by the atomic bomb of the Second World War, blends modernity with historical traces. The Genbaku Dome, a former exhibition palace of which only the remains remain, immerses you in a singular atmosphere. Extend your visit to the Peace Memorial Museum for its poignant testimonies. Change the mood by savouring okonomiyaki, a local speciality, before visiting the Shukkei-en Garden and the Hiroshima Castle. For a change of scenery, head for the island of Miyajima. Take a photo in front of the famous torii in the water at Itsukushima Shrine, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Watch fallow deer roam freely around you. Take in the panorama from Misen Mountain and the Daishō-in Temple** with its Buddhist statues.

Breakfast at the hotel.

Transfer to Osaka with the Kansai Hiroshima JR Pass.

Day at leisure. Lunch and dinner on your own.

Overnight in Osaka.

Suggested tours :

Visit the Osaka Castle with its great walls bordered by a lake. Don't miss the Pulala Tenma fish market** and the Tenman-Gu temple! Spend your evening on the quays of the **Dotonbori River, with its giant screens and 3D wall decorations. It's the ideal place to enjoy delicious street food.

Breakfast at the hotel.

Transfer by train to Kansai International Airport (KIX) with your Kansai Hiroshima JR Pass.

On arrival, travelers must have a passport valid for at least 6 months after the date of return. A visa is only required for stays of over 3 months.

Non-Japanese nationals entering Japan are required to take biometric data (fingerprints and photographic portrait).

Non-French citizens or dual nationals are advised to consult the consulate or embassy of their destination country.

Minors must have their own passport. We strongly recommend that minors not accompanied by their legal guardians carry a copy of their family record book.

ACCOMMODATION:

• Hotels listed are subject to availability. Changes may be made, but we will always try to accommodate you in hotels of a similar category.
• Any specific request concerning the type of sleeping arrangements (double bed, separate beds) is subject to availability and may incur a supplement.
• The accommodations included in this trip are not suitable for people with reduced mobility or babies (0 to 1.99 years).
  - Please note that in Japan, hotel rooms are often quite narrow and beds smaller than European standards.
• Ryokan accommodation: tattooed persons are generally forbidden access to the common areas of the onsens (Japanese spas).
• Tourist tax is not included in the quoted rate and must be paid on site.

PENSION:

• If, due to airline schedules, the first or last day is shortened by a late arrival or early departure, no refund of meals will be made.
• Depending on the time constraints of the excursions or transport to the destination (train, bus, transfer, ferry, etc.), meals
  that cannot be taken at the hotel are at the customer's expense.

EXCURSIONS:

Excursions may be modified or cancelled depending on local constraints.

AIRPORT-HOTEL TRANSFER BY SHARED SHUTTLE SERVICE

The shared shuttle takes you directly from the airport to your hotel and vice versa. The shuttle can make several stops along the way.

HAKONE FREE-PASS

It links Tokyo from Shinjuku station to Hakone via the Odakyu line in 2 hours. In addition to the train journey, this pass gives you free access to the Hakone Tozan buses and many of the city's tourist attractions. Take a cruise on Lake Ashi, for example, and ride the Hakone Ropeway to admire the Owakudani volcanic area. You'll also enjoy discounts at partner retailers. The pass is valid for 2 days after activation.

RAIL TRANSPORT

In Japan, the train is the most practical means of travel. Major cities and villages alike are well served, and Japan's rail network is diverse and highly functional. You can even travel on the famous Shinkansen, Japan's high-speed train, with its 320 km of track! JR Kansai Hiroshima pass Travel more flexibly with your JR Kansai Hiroshima Pass and organize your days as you please! Access the JR network's express train (Shinkansen), regional train and bus lines included in your pass, without booking in advance, to discover the cities of Kyoto, Osaka, Nara, Hiroshima, Miyajima, Himeji and Kobe and their surrounding areas. You can also take the ferry from the port of Miyajimaguchi (near Hiroshima) to the island of Miyajima. The pass is valid for 5 days after activation.

OSAKA AIRPORT TRANSFER BY TRAIN

For easy access to Osaka airport, take the train from Osaka station. It takes about 1h30 to reach the airport. If your stay includes a JR Pass, you'll find that the journey is directly included in your pass. Otherwise, a train ticket is provided.

Note: Transfers to Itami airport (ITM) may incur additional charges.