Each spring, Japan’s landscape is host to fragile pink and white sakura blooming; stunning colour that is celebrated throughout the entire country. Start this journey in bustling Tokyo and see its impressive gardens, go in search of the famous ‘snow monkeys’ and the alpine ‘old town’ of Takayama. On to cultural Kyoto and poignant Hiroshima, ending with spectacular views of Mt Fuji from the top of Mt Owakudani. This unique and incredibly scenic country with enchanting culture, wonderful cuisine and gracious people awaits you.
On this journey you will enjoy the following special experiences
• Enjoy the ultimate sushi-lovers experience in Tokyo – a sushi master will guide us through making sushi rolls and nigiri which we will then enjoy for lunch • Visit steaming hot springs to see monkeys bathing – visit Yudanaka Onsen to see wild snow monkeys relaxing in the steaming hot springs surrounded by thick forest
• Tour the historic villages of Shirakawa-go and Gokayama – set in a mountainous region that was cut off from the rest of the world for a long period of time, these villages with their Gassho-style houses subsisted on the cultivation of mulberry trees and the rearing of silkworms. On this tour you’ll see the large houses with their steeply pitched thatched roofs, the only examples of their kind in Japan.
Welcome Back Offer
If you have travelled on one of the Hosted Journeys before, we would like to offer you a saving of $400 per couple (or $200 per person) if you book this journey.
Ask one of our Personal Travel Managers for more details!
Your package includes:
Economy Class airfares ex Auckland
Airline and airport taxes
A World Journeys host
Accommodation in 4 star hotels
Transfers, sightseeing, and entrance fees as per the itinerary
Train journeys as per the itinerary
Meals as indicated
Valid for Travel:
Departs 26 March- 11 April 2023
Valid for Sale:
Until sold out