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26 Day 1. Arrive Tokyo Your journey begins today upon arrival in Tokyo. Transfer to your hotel, and this evening, enjoy a Welcome Dinner with your fellow travellers and Tour Manager. Two Nights: Tokyo, Shinagawa Prince Hotel, or similar. D Day 2. Tokyo Your full-day tour of Tokyo includes a visit to the ancient Asakusa Kannon Temple and fascinating Ameyoko Market as well as taking in the Imperial Palace Plaza. Later enjoy a visit to Nakajima no Ochaya, a tea house in the Hamarikyu Garden that dates back to 1704. Here you have the opportunity to sample authentic Japanese tea and traditional sweets. Afterwards, spend time at the Edo Tokyo Museum, where exhibits depict the fascinating history of Japan's capital during the peaceful Edo period. The last era of feudal rule in Japan, the Edo period spanned from 1603-1867, and is one of the most significant times in Japanese history. B Day 3. Tokyo, Hakone Today you will make the journey to the resort town of Hakone by train, travelling in a 'Romance Car' (observation car) on the picturesque narrow gauge line. On arrival, you will enjoy a tour of the spectacular Hakone National Park. Lying in the foothills of Mount Fuji, Hakone is a stunning area of lakes, forests and hot springs. Enjoy a short cruise on the tranquil Lake Ashi, a former crater, before continuing to the hot springs at Owakudani. Stay: Hakone, Prince Hotel, or similar. B Day 4. Mount Fuji, Matsumoto This morning, travel to Mount Fuji, arguably Japan's most distinctive landmark. Driving along the foot of the famous mountain, disembark at the Mount Fuji Visitor Centre to learn more about the snow-capped peak. Later, enjoy a visit to Matsumoto Castle, an impressive fortress completed in 1593. Built on a plain, this five-storey fortification is a celebrated National Treasure of Japan. Overnight in Matsumoto. Stay: Matsumoto, Hotel Buena Vista, or similar. B Day 5. Matsumoto, Takayama Your journey continues today, travelling to Takayama, pausing en-route for an excursion to the nearby Folk Village, an open air museum of rustic farm dwellings depicting the traditional architectural styles found in the mountains. Set on a hillside overlooking the idyllic Takayama Valley, some of the buildings in the picturesque village date back 500 years. After exploring here, you'll continue to Takayama to spend the night. Set deep in the mountains, Takayama is a fascinating town of narrow streets and wooden houses, which appear almost untouched by time. Stay: Takayama, Oan Hotel, or similar. B Day 6. Takayama, Nagoya, Hiroshima After a guided tour of Takayama this morning, enjoy a journey on the Hida Train to Nagoya, DISCOVERING JAPAN Tokyo Return Tokyo n Hakone n Matsumoto Takayama n Hiroshima Kyoto n Osaka YOUR HOLIDAY PRICE INCLUDES ✓ 11 nights in quality accommodation ✓ The services of a Great Rail Journeys Tour Manager ✓ 14 meals – 11 breakfasts (B) and 3 dinners (D) ✓ All sightseeing, excursions and entrance fees as specified ✓ Airport transfers and tipping INSIDER EXPERIENCES Enjoy a 'Romance Car' train journey to Hakone Visit the iconic Mount Fuji Explore Matsumoto Castle Journey to the Japanese Alps aboard the Hida Train Cruise to idyllic Miyajima Island Visit the Peace Memorial Park in Hiroshima Listen to a talk from a Hiroshima survivor Experience a traditional tea ceremony in Kyoto Catch a glimpse of Kyoto's colourfully dressed geisha Enjoy a traditional evening meal in Kyoto 12 Days