It’s a fascinating land of delicate art and bustling commerce, of rich traditions and dizzying modernity – all revealed on this well-crafted 13-day small group tour, limited to 24 travelers. See Tokyo and Kyoto’s highlights, engage in local life, and head off the beaten path to the lovely historic cities of Takayama and Kanazawa. The journey begins with three nights in amazing Tokyo, where, along with time to explore independently, touring includes tranquil Meiji Shrine, famed Ginza district, the imposing Imperial Palace, and the impressive Tokyo National Museum. Japan’s pastoral side is on tap next in stunning Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park with majestic Mt. Fuji and a scenic cruise on Ashi Lake. After overnighting at a traditional ryokan inn, board an express train to Takayama in the Japanese Alps to explore this ancient town during a two-night sojourn. A traditional tea ceremony and a cooking class offer opportunities to experience Japanese culture firsthand. Visit historic Shirakawago Gassho-zukuri Village, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Reaching culturally rich Kanazawa for a two-night stay, visit Omicho Market and tour Kenrokuen Garden. The journey ends with three nights in Kyoto, Japan’s cultural center. Among many highlights here: the extravagant 17th-century Nijo-jo Castle, Ryoan-ji temple with its acclaimed Zen garden, and the beloved Temple of the Golden Pavilion. Discover cosmopolitan Hiroshima, reborn from its atomic destruction, with an optional 3-day/2-night post-tour extension.

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