JAPAN - A TWO-WEEK SPRINGTIME RAIL & ROAD ADVENTURE–with Lits FULL

Cherry Blossom, Zen Gardens, Peace Pagodas,

Sacred Shrines, Shoguns, & Samurai

27th March - 10th April 2024

Japan’s culture, food, fashion, language, and customs are captivating. Its’ distinctive blend of modernity and tradition is unique.

This tour is tailor-made by our ABTA travel partners at ‘Windows on the Wild’ (flights included) to criss-cross the country in order to experience its richness and diversity against a backdrop of beautiful cherry blossom, verdant greenery and perfect weather!

Japan also has one of the most efficient, highly developed transport systems in the world with bullet trains to whizz us through the countryside from city to city and smart coaches to shuttle us to the more tricky to-reach-to destinations.

We will see cities with experienced guides from Tokyo, their modern capital reflecting the frenzy and effervescence of the country, to re-born, haunting Hiroshima and onto Kyoto, with its temples and historic neighbourhoods.

Visiting arty Kanazawa, picturesque Takayama, Shogun castles, sanctuary islands, hot springs, lakes, mountains and quaint villages full of folklore.

Learning all about the cultures of Samurai, Geisha Girls & Teahouses along the way.

Our itinerary will cover it all!

And just to be sure………….

I have run our itinerary passed my Japanese friend (a perfectionist!) who has given it the big thumbs up. She will tell me where and how to find the best food and enjoy the fullness of its cuisine - she is after all, a Sake Master!

COST: £5,990.00 per person in a single room - FLIGHTS INCLUDED

£5,150.00 per person in a twin/double room - FLIGHTS INCLUDED

Places are limited to 12 people

PRICE INCLUDES: Return international flights, all hotel accommodation including breakfast and one dinner. All services of a professional English speaking guide, all transfers by coach and train travel, admission to all attractions listed and full services of Lits, an experienced 45NotGrumpy leader.

NOT INCLUDED: Optional excursions, lunches and meals not listed, gratuities, items of a personal nature. Travel insurance.

The outline itinerary is below - please contact me directly for the full itinerary.

Lits: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. / 07710 217902

'Windows on the Wild' will require a deposit of £1800 to secure your place on RSVP - please contact me directly for payment details.

Balance payment due 31st December 2023

OUTLINE ITINERARY

27 March Fly from London Heathrow to Tokyo on Japan Airlines.

departing at 09:55 arriving Tokyo 06:50+1

28 March Arrive Tokyo

29 March Tokyo/Kanazawa

30 March Kanazawa

31 March Kanazawa/Takayama

1 April Takayama

2 April Takayama/Hiroshima

3 April Hiroshima

4 April Hiroshima/Kyoto

5 April Kyoto

6 April Kyoto

7 April Kyoto/Fuji Kawaguchiko

8 April Fuji Kawaguchiko/Tokyo

9 April Tokyo

10 April Tokyo - return flight to LHR on Japan Airlines departing at 11:20 arriving London Heathrow 15:50.

For all those interested there will be a zoom event with Lits, showing you and talking to you about this wonderful holiday next year.

ZOOM: Friday 11th August 19.00 Please RSVP separately on the site.