Japan: Osaka – Kyoto – Nagoya – Tokyo – Mount Fuji – Oshino Hakkai Old Village | Tea Ceremony & Shinkansen Experience | Autumn

Tour Itinerary

DAY 1: DA NANG - KANSAI - NARA PARK (Three meals)

The night before the flight: Guests will gather at Da Nang Airport to handle connecting flights and board the flight to Osaka. Guests will spend the night on the plane.
Guests will board flight VN318 and complete immigration procedures. The group will start the tour:
• Nara Park - the largest park in Japan. This is where over 1200 deer and other species live and are conserved and cared for. Within the park.
• Guests will visit Todai-ji Temple, recognized as a World Cultural Heritage site. This is the largest wooden temple in the world, housing the Daibutsu-den Buddha statue, the largest seated Buddha statue in the world.
• The bus will take the group to the area outside Osaka Castle, recognized as a world heritage site, with magnificent winding moats surrounding it, unique architectural structures, and each building a museum of ancient architectural art, a source of pride for the people of Osaka and Japan.
Guests will have dinner and check into their hotel.
Overnight in Osaka.

DAY 2: OSAKA – SHINKANSEN EXPERIENCE - KYOTO - NAGOYA (Three meals)

After breakfast at the hotel and checking out, the group continues the trip. The tour leader will guide guests through a 10-15 minute experience on the Shinkansen bullet train, a high-speed rail system capable of reaching 320 km/h with an extensive network. Afterwards, the group will continue by car.
The group will depart to Kyoto:
• **Visiting Thanh Thuy Temple** – a temple with a history of over 1200 years, featuring ancient architecture. It was built before the establishment of Heian-kyo (the former capital of Kyoto). The temple's history is intertwined with the development of the capital. Here, tourists can pray at one of the three sacred water sources flowing from the Otowa waterfall. The water within the temple grounds is known as "ogon-sui" (golden water) or "enmei-sui" (life water). Tourists can collect one of the three sacred streams flowing from the Otowa waterfall, using the water to cleanse their body (eyes, nose, ears, body, mouth, and mind) and make wishes.
• Next, the group will visit **Fushimi Inari – The Legendary Thousands of Gates Shrine** in Japan, where the path of vibrant orange torii gates seems endless, winding up Mount Inari. This creates an impressive scene, and is one of the most famous images of Japan.
• For the December 3rd tour group (if there is time): Guests will visit **Osu Kannon Temple** and the **Osu Shopping Street**, one of the busiest and most vibrant shopping streets in Japan, packed with shops selling a wide variety of products. These include electronic appliances, secondhand clothing, and eateries.
The group will have lunch and dinner at local restaurants.

**Overnight stay in Nagoya/Toyohashi**.

DAY 3: MOUNT FUJI - KAWAGUCHIKO - OSHINO HAKKAI VILLAGE - TOKYO (Three meals)

Dear guests, enjoy breakfast at the hotel and check out. The tour departs for Kawaguchiko and begins the sightseeing:
• For departure dates October 15, 2024, and October 29, 2024: Guests visit Oishi Park located north of Lake Kawaguchi, known for its stunning red and pink Kochia fields during autumn. Kochia plants typically grow in low, rounded clusters, adding a unique visual appeal. Visitors will be captivated and delighted by the vibrant red hues amidst the autumn sun.
• Mount Fuji - a symbol of Japan, stands at 3776 meters above sea level. Depending on the weather conditions permitted by the Japanese government, guests will ascend the mountain to visit Station 5.
• For the departure date of December 3, 2024: Guests visit the Mt. Fuji Panoramic Ropeway, enjoying panoramic views of Mount Fuji and the tranquil beauty of Lake Kawaguchi by cable car to Mount Tenjo - a nearby mountain.
Have lunch at a local restaurant, then continue the journey:
• Oshino Hakkai Village, nestled peacefully at the foot of Mount Fuji. This area has been developed as a tourist spot, yet its traditional character remains intact. Homes in the village are occupied and retain the rural charm, with roofs filled with dried agricultural produce and walls stacked with stored produce. On clear days, a stunning view of Mount Fuji can be seen from afar.
• If time permits, guests can experience a Tea Ceremony in Kyoto - an art form with over 500 years of Japanese history.
Enjoy dinner and check into the Kawaguchiko hotel. Guests can freely experience a traditional Japanese onsen bath at the hotel.
Overnight stay in Kawaguchiko/Yamanashi...or near the Mount Fuji area.

DAY 4: KAWAGUCHIKO – TOKYO - NARITA (Breakfast, lunch, dinner)

Guests have breakfast and check out of the hotel. The tour moves to Tokyo and starts the sightseeing tour:
• Senso-ji Temple (Asakusa Kannon) - a historic temple in Central Tokyo. The temple has two main gates, the Thunder Gate and the Hozomon Gate, connected by the Nakamise shopping street.
• Guests take pictures with the Tokyo Skytree Tower (exterior view) – a symbol of a new and modern Japan, with a height of 634 meters, twice as tall as the Tokyo Tower, equipped with a lighting system with colors that change according to special events in Japan or depending on the seasons, festivals throughout the year.
• The Imperial Palace of Japan, built on the grounds of the former Edo Castle – a large park area surrounded by ponds and stone walls right in the center of Tokyo. This is also the residence of the current Japanese Imperial family (exterior shots only).
Lunch at a local restaurant and enjoy shopping and sightseeing at the bustling Akihabara shopping paradise with fashion stores from world-renowned brands, which is considered one of the world's luxury shopping areas and Tokyo's upscale entertainment district.
Guests check into their hotel in Narita.

DAY 5: NARITA – DA NANG (Breakfast, in-flight meal)

Dear guests, complete your room check-out procedures. You will be provided with a packed quick breakfast. Proceed to the airport for your departure. Upon arrival at Da Nang Airport, your tour concludes.

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Important note for the entire trip:Flowers and fruits are susceptible to external weather conditions, and their blooming times can vary. Unforeseen circumstances may impact their appearance during your visit. We sincerely appreciate your understanding and patience.

Pricing for Children

- Children under 2 years old: 30% of the adult tour price.
- Children from 2 to under 12 years old: 80% of the adult tour price (no private bed).
- Children from 2 to under 12 years old: 90% of the adult tour price (with private bed).
- Children 12 years old and above: 100% of the adult tour price.

Tour Change and Cancellation Policy

- After paying, if you want to transfer/cancel the tour, please bring the Travel Ticket to the tour registration office to complete the transfer/cancellation procedure and bear the costs according to Vietravel's regulations. Do not handle cases of contacting to transfer/cancel the tour via phone. - If you cancel or change to other tours before the departure date 30 days: No cost.
- If you cancel or change to other tours from 25-29 days before the departure date: The transfer/cancellation fee is 50% of the tour deposit.
- If you cancel or change to other tours from 20-24 days before the departure date: The transfer/cancellation fee is 100% of the tour deposit.
- If you cancel the tour immediately after the Embassy, Consulate has issued a visa: The cancellation fee is 100% of the tour deposit.
- If you cancel the tour within 17-19 days before the departure date: The cancellation fee is 50% of the tour price.
- If you cancel the tour within 08-16 days before the departure: The cancellation fee is 70% of the tour price.
- If you cancel the tour within 02-07 days before the departure: The cancellation fee is 90% of the tour price.
- If you cancel the tour within 1 day before the departure date: The cancellation fee is 100% of the tour price.

Cancellation Policy for Public Holidays and Tet

* Cancellation time is calculated for working days, excluding Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays.