Jewels of Japan - Fully Inclusive Group Tour - Wendy Wu Tours

Be captivated by the unique culture of Japan as you discover lively Tokyo, beautiful Mt Fuji and historic Kyoto. A visit to Hiroshima's Peace Memorial and the holy island of Miyajima complete this fascinating tour.

From price is based on 16 March - 19 April 2026 departures. Tour operates selected dates March-November.

Itinerary:

Auckland, Tokyo (3 nights), Mt Fuji, Mishima (1 night), Kyoto (2 nights), Hiroshima (2 nights), Himeji, Osaka (1 night), Auckland

Includes

Accommodation: 9 nights 3-4 star accommodation.
Trip Leader: Local leader.
Transport: Return International economy class airfares from Auckland, Wellington or Christchurch, domestic transportation, bullet train.
Meals: 9 breakfasts, 8 lunches & 9 dinners.
Included activities: Begin with a stroll through the Imperial Palace East Garden; Explore Tokyo National Museum to learn about Tokyo's historical heritage; Seek out the tranquillity at Sensoji Temple in Asakusa district, visit the observation deck of the 634-metre Skytree for panoramic views over the sprawling city below; Wander around the classical landscapes of the Hamarikyu Gardens; Visit the Meji Shrine; Drive past the famous Shibuya Crossing; Dinner cruise on Tokyo Bay; Journey through the foothills of the iconic Mount Fuji to its base where we find the Fuji Five Lakes; Visit the Itchiku Kubota Art Museum to view the artist's elaborate dyed silk creations; Explore Iyashi no Sato Historical Village, a former farming village on the shores of Lake Saiko; Visit Oshino Hakkai, learn how to make your very own traditional Japanese soba noodles; Transfer to Mishima station and journey on the bullet train to Kyoto;  Enjoy a full day tour of Kyoto with a visit to one of Kyoto's delightful temples - the 17th-century Buddhist Kiyomizu; Explore the impressive Fushimi Inari Shrine with its remarkable 10,000 red torii gates; Visit to Ryoanji Temple, home to Japan's most famous zen garden and the famous Kinkakuji Temple, known as the 'Golden Pavilion'; Travel by bullet train to Hiroshima; Hop on the ferry to the holy island of Miyajima and visit the Itsukushima Shrine; See Peace Memorial Park and Museum; Travel to Himeji to visit its famous castle.

Bonus

Price Includes $600 per person discount Offer ends 30 Sep 2025

Travel dates:
16 Mar 2026 - 18 Apr 2026

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