Traditional and Modern Japan:
visit the heritage of feudal Samurai worlds and modern cities
(14 nights 15 days)
Tokyo-Lake Kawaguhi-
Kisoji”Magome Jyuku”-Kyoto-Himeji-
The ‘Nakasendo’ was one of several routes that the samurai and their families took to visit the Edo shogunate from their fiefdoms during the Edo period, connecting Kyoto, the ancient capital, and Tokyo.
The ‘Nakasendo’ passes through Mt. Fuji and the mountainous Kiso area, which has led to the route being called “Kisoji”. There were 67 post stations along the route, and many of the outpost towns gave preserved their historic appearance and charm.
After arriving in the capital of Tokyo, the tour will take you along the ‘Nakasendo’ where you will visit Lake Kawaguchi and enjoy spectacular views of Mt. Fuji. The tour continues along the Nakasendo until Magome Jyuku, which retains the ambience of the Edo-era.
Next, you will enjoy staying in the former Japanese capital city of Kyoto and the feudal castle town of Himeji. The end of your journey will bring you to Osaka, the second largest city in Japan, where you will spend one night.
This tour encompasses both the traditional and the modern, rural and urban gastronomy, and offers guests a stunning contrast between the metropolis and natural wonder of Japan.
Day 1
Departure from your countries
Day 2
Arrive in Tokyo
Day 3
Half-day city tour, Free (optional tours)
Day 4
Free (optional tours)
Day 5
Go to Mt Fuji viewpoint, lunch, arrive at Kawaguchi Lake
Day 6
Free (optional tours)
Day 7
Nakasendo route, arrive at Magome Jyuku
Day 8
Trecking at Nakasendo bound for Tsumagoi Jyuku
Day 9
Go to Nagoya, lunch at Nagoya station, go to Kyoto by super express train ‘Shinkansen’, arrive in Kyoto
Day 10
Half Day city tour in Kyoto, Free (optional tours)
Day 11
Free (optional tours)
Day 12
Free (optional tours)
Day 13
Go to Himeji, Himeji Castle, Shosha mountain shrine, visit Sake brewery
