Essence of Japan - Titan

Days 1-2  Tokyo  
Arrive in Shinjuku, a futuristic neighbourhood in central Tokyo. Explore Tokyo with a local guide and visit landmarks including the Imperial Palace and Tokyo’s oldest temple.    

Day 3  Tokyo to Matsumoto    
Today travel to Matsumoto, passing iconic Mount Fuji en route.

Days 4-5  Matsumoto to Takayama  
See striking Matsumoto castle and sample sake in a traditional brewery. Continue to Takayama and spend the following day exploring this characterful town on a guided walking tour.

Day 6  Takayama to Kanazawa  
En route to Kanazawa, visit the World Heritage Shirakawa-go Village. Enjoy a tour of Kanazawa’s lively Omicho Market and Higashi Chayagai, the ‘teahouse district’.    

Days 7-8  Kanazawa to Hiroshima  
Stop at Kenroku-en Garden en route to Hiroshima. On day 8 catch a ferry to Miyajima Island and admire the torii gate. Enjoy a walking tour around the Peace Memorial Museum and Park to learn of the city’s important history.    

Days 9-10  Hiroshima to Kyoto      
Travel to Nara and visit the Todaiji temple before arriving in Kyoto where you’ll explore the famous  geisha district. Enjoy a guided tour of Kyoto’s temples and shrines before discovering Nijo Castle.    

Day 11  Kyoto to Mishima    
Enjoy a traditional tea ceremony before travelling to Mishima.    

Days 12-13  Mishima to Tokyo    
Take a boat ride across Lake Ashinoko and ride a cable car into the snow-capped mountains of Hakone National Park. After a night in Tokyo, your tour comes to an end.