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HOTEL INFORMATION:  Hotel Nikko KanazawaHotel Class: Deluxe The Hotel Nikko Kanazawa offers guests a combination of European and Japanese comfort. The hotel is within walking distance of some of the most famous tourist spots in Kanazawa. The hotel offers a choice of five restaurants, bar, lounge, and the fitness club. The fitness club includes the indoor pool, fitness room, Jacuzzi, and sauna.  Nikko PrincessHotel Class: Deluxe The hotel Nikko Princess Kyoto is located in the center of Kyoto City, close to shopping areas and attractions including Nishiki food market, Bukko-ji Temple and other traditional small shops and buildings. Our 216 guest rooms include air conditioning, satellite television, internet access and mini-bar. The property also includes restaurant and bar.  Associa HotelHotel Class: Luxury The Associa Hotel is located in the Takayama Highlands, surrounded by deep forests and mountains. All 290 guest rooms have a superb view of the Japan Alps, comfortable beds, and climate control. An entire wing of the hotel is dedicated to hot spring baths, and guests can enjoy this as well as many other spa activities.  Keio Plaza HotelHotel Class: Deluxe The Keio Plaza Hotel is located in the Shinjuku district of bustling Tokyo, walking distance from shopping, cultural experiences, and other events. The hotel plays host to 29 separate restaurants, each with a different atmosphere and dining opportunity. All 1450 rooms are equipped with television, internet access, mini-bar, and a spectacular view of the city. Other hotel amenities include the swimming pool, gymnasium, drugstore, sauna, photo studio and beauty salon.
Day 1 - Kyoto #WHS#
Check-in to your modern deluxe hotel located in the center of the city. Nikko Princess Hotel Day 2 - Kyoto Visit Fushimi Inari Shrine, dedicated to Inari – the Shinto god of rice. By special arrangement, enjoy an exclusive tour through the landscaped grounds of the Imperial Palace#WHS#. Normally closed to the public, this was the Emperor’s residence until 1868. After lunch, visit Kinkaku-ji Templec, the Golden Pavilion and explore the Gion District, where Geisha traditions had their start. Meals B,L Day 3 - Kyoto / Nara / Kyoto Today you travel to Nara, Japan’s ancient capital. Buddhism was introduced here from China and many of Japan’s earliest temples were built in Nara#WHS#, including Todai-ji Temple, the largest wooden building in the world. You also visit Deer Park and Kasuga Shrine, famed for scenic pathways lined with stone lanterns. Meals B,L Day 4 - Kyoto / Fukui / Kanazawa The spectacular, rugged northwest coast of Honshu Island encompasses some of Japan’s most revered scenic vistas. Today, you’ll journey along the Sea of Japan to the impressive Tojimbo Cliffs, and then visit the venerated Eiheiji Temple, set in a fragrant forest of towering cedars. Arrive in Kanazawa, and check-in to your deluxe hotel. Meals B Nikko Hotel Kanazawa Day 5 - Kanazawa Delight in the beauty of Kenrokuen Garden – one of the three finest traditional gardens in Japan. “Roku” means six, and Kenrokuen is famed for its marvelous presentation of the six critical elements of a classical garden, including majesty, views and abundant water. Then explore the lanes and shops in Omicho Market before visiting Nagamachi Samurai Residence where cobblestone streets and well-preserved homes evoke the feudal Samurai era. Later, spend time with skilled artisans to learn about the craft of gold-leafing. Meals B,L Day 6 - Kanazawa / Takayama Travel to Takayama, a picturesque mountain town. Tour Takayama Jinya, a complex of 17th century buildings that once housed officials of the Tokugawa Shogunate. Sample sake at a local brewery and stroll the streets of central Takayama – where extraordinary preservation of its traditional architecture transports you back to feudal Japan. After checking-in to your deluxe hotel, visit the Takayama Night Festival – one of the most famous evening festivals in all of Japan, with unique traditions dating back to the 17th century. The nighttime festivities, with bright, colorful lanterns illuminating the many vendors and celebrants, herald the main celebrations the following day. Meals B Associa Takayama Hotel Day 7 - Takayama Yoiyama Festival Explore Takayama at your own pace. Enjoy the celebrations of the Festival, or wander the charming side streets of this small, traditional city. The mountainous region of Takayama has many hot springs resorts, and you can relax in the onsen – a traditional Japanese thermal bath – that is located right in your hotel. Meals B Day 8 - Takayama / Matsumoto / Tokyo Travel through the spectacular Japanese Alps to Matsumoto and visit one of Japan’s most impressive castles. See a marvelous collection of Japanese paintings at the Hokusai Museum and continue to Tokyo where you check-in to your deluxe hotel, centrally located in the exciting Shinjuku District, bustling with shops and restaurants. Meals B Keio Plaza Hotel Day 9 - Tokyo Your sightseeing this morning includes the Imperial Palace Plaza for a glimpse into the extremely private life of the Imperial Family. Visit the beautifully landscaped grounds of the Meiji Shrine and Asakusa Kannon Temple. Enter through the temple’s massive “Thunder Gate” to explore Nakamise Arcade, an emporium with sweets, kimonos, Japanese prints and souvenirs. Meals B,D Day 10 - Tokyo Today the choice is yours – enjoy the city on your own or join a morning tour: Go to Akihabara Electric Town to shop for electronics products or visit the Anime Center to learn more about Japan’s famous animation. Meals B Day 11 - Tokyo Your program with us finishes after breakfast. It’s easy to discover more of Japan and Asia with our FreeStyle Travel. Meals B
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