Beijing to Tokyo: The Great Wall & Mt Fuji

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BEIJING TO TOKYO: THE GREAT WALL & MT FUJI

From £2,799pp | 16 days / 15 nights | China

OVERVIEW

Beijing to Tokyo: The Great Wall & Mt Fuji

Guided Small Group Adventure Tour

16 days / 15 nights | China

Explore two ancient nations in 16 well-packed days on this unique adventure that takes you from the epic lengths of the Great Wall of China to the vibrant pulse of Osaka. Hop aboard trains and ferries and face an army of Terracotta Warriors for a historical encounter you won't soon forget. Spend nights in a traditional ryokan and a shukubo temple lodging for an authentic Japanese experience. Our CEOs will take you off the beaten track to reveal the cultural treasures of the region’s ancient sites.

PRICE & INCLUSIONS

Guide Price

£2,799pp

* We negotiate new offers daily, from discounted flights, tours and vehicle hire, to free upgrades, added value and unique inclusions.

What's Included

Hotels (12 nts), mountain monastery (1 nt, shared facilities), traditional inn (1 nt, shared facilities), overnight train (1nt)
3 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 2 dinners
International Flights

ITINERARY

Day 1 - Beijing
Arrive at any time.

Day 2 - Beijing
Enjoy an included visit to the Great Wall. Later, explore Tiananmen Square.

Day 3 - Beijing/Xi'an
Take the Beijing metro to visit the Forbidden City. Later, board a fast train to Xi'an.

Day 4 - Xi'an/Suzhou
Visit one of China’s greatest archaeological treasures—the Terracotta Warriors. Continue exploring Xi'an with a visit to the Ancient City Wall and the Muslim Quarters. Tonight, board an overnight train to Suzhou.

Day 5 - Suzhou
Wake this morning and grab coffee and a snack on the train as you prepare to pull into Suzhou. After arrival, visit Suzhou's famed Master of the Nets Garden, one of the most beautiful gardens in China and recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Wander around Shantang Street. Enjoy a free dinner before riding the metro back to the hotel with your CEO.

Day 6 - Suzhou/Shanghai
This morning, ride the bullet train to Shanghai. Join your CEO for an orientation walk of the famed Bund and Nanjing Shopping Road before a free evening in Shanghai.

Day 7 - Shanghai
This morning, join your CEO for an orientation walk around the city to see the shops and historic buildings. Join your CEO at the Shanghai Museum or head out to venture through this beautiful city on your own. Maybe start with a visit to the nearby Yuyuan Gardens.

Day 8 - Shanghai/Osaka
Hop on a flight from Shanghai to Osaka. Take the evening to explore the city.

Day 9 - Osaka/Kōyasan
Travel to the centre of Buddhism in Japan and sleep in a temple atop the 800m Mt Koya. Savour a traditional dinner of shojin ryori (Buddhist vegetarian cuisine).

Day 10 - Kōyasan/Hiroshima
Watch the monks pray in the morning and enjoy a traditional breakfast. Have some time to enjoy Koyasan this morning, before travelling to Hiroshima this afternoon.

Day 11 - Hiroshima
This morning, visit the Peace Park and Memorial Museum commemorating the events of 1945. In the afternoon, take a ferry ride over to the sacred island of Miyajima to see the famous floating Torii Gate. Opt to hike around Mt Misen.

Day 12 - Hiroshima/Kyoto
Travel to Kyoto and start exploring. Visit the impressive Nijo Castle and gardens, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In the evening, explore the geisha district of Gion on a CEO-led walking tour.

Day 13 - Kyoto
Enjoy a visit to the beautiful Fushimi Inari Taisha shrine and walk under the bright torii gates. Opt to shop, stroll along the riverbank, or explore another of Kyoto's many temples with free time.

Day 14 - Kyoto/Hakone
Take a boat ride on Lake Ashino-ko, and hopefully catch a glimpse of majestic Mt Fuji. Enjoy a feast on a traditional Japanese kaiseki meal then soak in the natural hot springs.

Day 15 - Hakone/Tokyo
Head to Tokyo with time to do some last-minute shopping.

Day 16 - Tokyo
Depart at any time.

FLIGHTS

Flights

As we can offer you such a flexible choice of flights, we don't include international airfares with our tour prices. The price you pay will be determined by the time of year you travel, your departure airport, airline and availability.

Your Trailfinders Travel Consultant will be able to find the best flights to suit you and your choice of tour.

FAQ

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What vaccinations will I need?

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What different travel styles do you offer?

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