Wonders Of Nippon 13 Days - USA Departure


Osaka - Nara - Kyoto - Mt Fuji - Tokyo

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price starts at:
U$16,399.00+ U$17,899.00

  • Tour Code: USWN13
  • Days: 13 Day(s)
  • Departing From: Kansas City New Orleans Orlando San Jose Sacramento Milwaukee Oklahoma City Memphis Charlotte Austin Atlanta Portland Oregon San Antonio San Diego Miami Philadelphia Phoenix Dallas Denver Detroit Washington, D.C. Houston Seattle Chicago Boston Land Only San Francisco Las Vegas Los Angeles New York (all airports)
  • Highlights: ☆ Stay Four Nights In Tokyo Shinjuku Area.
    ☆ Stay One Night In Fuji Five Lakes Area.
    ☆ Admire the elegant landmark of Osaka Castle Garden.
    ☆ Marvel at the deer of Nara Deer Park as they frolic in the open.
    ☆ Stroll through Kyoto with a visit to one of Japan"s best-known shrines- the Fushimi Inari Shrine.
    ☆ Climb the magnificent Mt Fuji of the worlds" most popular UNESCO World Heritage sites.
    ☆ Enjoy a city tour in Tokyo with shopping at the Nakamise Shopping Street.

  • Service Language: English
  • Better to Book Before: 75 Day(s)
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OVERVIEW

ALL PRICES ARE IN USD

DEPOSIT POLICY:

Full Payment is Required at the Time of Booking.

Optional program and Upgrades:

Since the seats are limited, we recommend you to choose optional and extension programs at the time of booking.

Group Size:

 10 - 40 Each Departure Date.

Flight Choice:

☆ Regular Flight: We are trying to put you on a direct flight. If this is not possible, you will take flights with moderate layover time: + U$0

☆ Express Flight: We are trying to put you on a direct flight. If this is not possible, you will take flights with limited layover time of less than 6 hours each way

     Price: U$499/person

☆ Swift Flight: You will take a direct flight with no layover guaranteed (if there is (an) direct flight(s) service already existing between your departure gateway and the arrival gateway of your destination country)

     Price: U$699/person

 Business Class Flight Upgrade: U$6000 /person

HIGHLIGHTS:
*Stay Four Nights In Tokyo Shinjuku Area.
*Stay One Night In Fuji Five Lakes Area.
*Admire elegant landmark Osaka Castle Garden with the beauty of its stone wall.
*Marvel at the deer frolic on the wide lawns at Nara Deer Park also named as Places of Scenic Beauty.
*Stroll in Kyoto with a visit to one of Japan"s best-known shrines- the Fushimi Inari Shrine, the famous thousand red torii gates.
*Climb Japan"s highest mountain, the legendary Mt Fuji, the UNESCO World Heritage site.
*And enjoy the city tour at famous Tokyo and shopping at Nakamise Shopping Street.

*Late March to early April is historically the best time to view cherry blossoms, but we can’t guarantee that they will flower on these dates as they are highly seasonal and subject to climatic conditions.
*From June to August, it is the best time to view fresh spring greens and enjoy the warm climate.
*The end of Oct through early Nov is the best time to see crimson leaves in Autumn.

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Telephone:1 855.526.1286

ITINERARY

Day 1: USA - OSAKA

Fly to Osaka from USA.

**depends on your departure city, you may have to depart from your departure city 1 day earlier than the itinerary departure date. 

Day 2: OSAKA ARRIVAL

Upon arrival at Osaka Airport; Find your own transportation to your hotel or you can choose the optional private airport pick up service ($120 / Person--Minimum to 2 ppl ). Osaka is the second-largest city in Japan, Osaka has the nickname "Tenka no Daidokoro" (the Nation's Kitchen) thanks to its reputation as a culinary paradise, so be sure to sample some local cuisine.

*Please note that while we are doing our best to accommodate early arrivals, hotel check-in time is generally not before 3:00 pm. Baggage storage can be arranged at the hotel. Take the rest of the day to rest up.

Day 3: OSAKA

Free day at leisure.

Recommended Options:
Off the Beaten Path Excursion of Osaka:

【USD 159 Per Person】
Shumiyoshi Taisha, the head of approximately 2,300 Sumiyoshi shrines throughout Japan. More than 2 million worshippers visit the shrine to pray for health

and prosperity at the beginning of each year.

Shitennoji, founded in 593 by the prince Shotoku Taishi,  the temple is sometimes regarded as the first Buddhist and oldest officially-administered temple in Japan.

Shinsekai, a colorful area to the west of Tennoji Park packed with shops and eateries and best known for its iconic Tsutenkaku Tower.

Abeno Harukas Observatory, at 300 meters, it stands as the tallest building in Japan.

Visitors to the top floor observatory will be having spectacular views seen nowhere else.

Tsurumiryokuchi Park, located at the site of The International Garden and Greenery Exposition 1990, this memorial park is designed to have flowers in bloom in every season.

Day 4: OSAKA - NARA - KYOTO

After breakfast, explore the 【Osaka Castle Garden 】, surrounded by greenery, the garden commands a splendid view of the castle tower and the stone wall surrounding the moat. The castle is one of Japan's most famous landmarks and it played a major role in the unification of Japan during the Azuchi-Momoyama period in the sixteenth century. Later, enjoy some free time in Shinsaibashi, the prime shopping area in Osaka.
In the afternoon, you will proceed to the city of Nara, which was the first capital city of Japan. Make a    special visit  to【Nara Deer Park】, home to hundreds of freely roaming deer. Considered in Shinto to be messengers of the gods, Nara's nearly 1200 deer have become a symbol of the city and have even been designated as a natural treasure.
Later this afternoon, you will be transferred to Kyoto. Today's highlight is famous 【 Fushimi Inari Shrine 】, with a history tracing back to the 8th century, Fushimi Inari Taisha is the headquarters of the some 30,000 Inari shrines around the country. Located on and around Mt. Inari, the shrine complex is comprised of easily accessible worship halls at the base of the mountain connected via vermilion torii gate-lined paths winding up the heavily wooded heights to more remote inner shrines and surprises that require some hiking to reach.

Day 5: KYOTO

Free day at leisure.

Recommended Options:
Kyoto City In-Depth Tours:
【USD 159 Per Person】
Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion), a UNESCO Heritage Listed Site.
Kiyomizu-dera, with over 1200 years of history. It is one of the signature World Heritage sites in Kyoto.
Nijō Castle, a flatland castle, and one of Kyoto's most popular and impressive sights.
Gion Walking Tour, feel the history of Gion as you walk, and see Kyoto's famous maiko!

Day 6: KYOTO

Free day at leisure.

Recommended Options:
Charm of Kyoto:
【USD 159 Per Person】
Tenryu-ji Temple, located in Arashiyama. It was ranked first among the city's five great Zen temples, and is now registered as a world heritage site.

Arashiyama’s Bamboo Forest, both locally famous and world-renowned. It’s one of the most photographed sights in the city. Strolling the paths lined with endless rows of towering bamboo is a serene, and dreamlike experience.

Nishiki Market, known as "Kyoto's Kitchen" has a history of several centuries with over 100 stalls and shops lining the covered street, the Nishiki food market offers a real mixture of produce. 

Kyoto Museum of Crafts and Design,  established in 1977, it allows you to appreciate and understand the beauty and technique of Kyoto traditional crafts.

The Kyoto Imperial Palace, used to be the residence of Japan's Imperial Family until 1868, is now an attractive park in the center of the city.

If time permits, we will also visit Heian Shrine,  recognized as Beppyo Jinja (the highest rank for shrines in terms of historical and cultural relevance) by the Association of Shinto Shrines. 

Day 7: KYOTO - MT FUJI AREA - LAKE YAMANAKAKO

After breakfast depart on a full day of sightseeing. Marvel at the natural wonders sur-rounding 【 Mount Fuji 】 and enjoy splendid views on this day tour. In the afternoon, visit the sight of eight ponds formed from the melted snow of Mount Fuji at Oshino Hakka, and followed by a 【Lake Yamanakako Cruise】 to witness stirring panoramas of Mt Fuji. 【Oshino Hakkai】 is a touristy set of eight ponds in Oshino, a small village in the Fuji Five Lake region, located between【Lake Kawaguchiko】 and 【Lake Yamanakako 】 on the site of a former sixth lake that dried out several hundred years ago. The eight ponds are fed by snowmelt from the slopes of nearby Mount Fuji that filters down the mountain through porous layers of lava for over 80 years, resulting in crystal clear spring water that is revered by the locals. Have lunch independently during a stop along your travels today, be sure to take this opportunity to try some of Japan’s unique cuisine. Conclude your busy day with a relaxing stay at your hotel in Fuji Five Lakes Area.

Day 8: HAKONE/KANAGAWA - TOKYO

After breakfast, you will transfer to the beautiful capital city of Tokyo, which is the world’s most populous metropolitan area and hosts the highest number of Fortune Global 500 companies worldwide. It consists of 23 central city wards which are all self-governing. Tokyo is a great mix of old and new, featuring many historical temples and beautiful gardens as well as monumental skyscrapers and entertainment for all ages. The tour will include a visit to the Imperial Palace, known as 【 Edo Castle 】, which was constructed in 1457. Imperial Palace Plaza is located in the center of Tokyo, immersed in natural beauty by the surrounding trees, flowers, and moats, and the building is home to the Emperor of Japan. Then head to Asakusa Kannon Temple, also known as Sensoji Temple, a Buddhist temple built in the 7th century and the oldest temple in Japan. The tour will conclude with a trip to the famous Nakamise shopping street, where you can find traditional Japanese food, souvenirs, and novelty items.

Day 9: TOKYO

Enjoy a free day in Tokyo to explore this dynamic capital city, where over 11 million people live, making the population one of the largest in the world.

Alternatively, you may want to join an optional tour:
Tokyo City Highlight Tours:
【USD 159 Per Person】
Odaiba Seaside Park, set on the banks of Tokyo Bay, with great views of the city skyline.
Tsukiji Market, one of Japan’s most iconic places to visit, and a must for food and market lovers.
Meiji Jingu Shrine, a shrine dedicated to the deified spirits of Emperor Meiji and his consort, Empress Shoken.
Shibuya Crossing, famous for being the busiest crossing in the world, the Shibuya Scramble is top of most people’s must-see list in Tokyo.
Kabukichō, it is an entertainment and red-light district in Shinjuku.

Day 10: TOKYO

Enjoy a free day in Tokyo to explore this dynamic capital city. You may want to join an optional tour to visit Nikko National Park. Feast your eyes upon breathtaking countryside, sacred shrines and stunning temples as you explore the region.

Nikko National Park Day Trip with a delectable Japanese lunch:

【USD 379 Per Person】

Highlights:

Full-day trip to Nikko National Park from Tokyo

See the impressive wood carvings and ornate structures of Toshogu Shrine, a UNESCO World Heritage site

Enjoy a Japanese lunch

Hotel pick-up & drop-off included

Enhance your experience of Nikko National Park on an enriching full-day excursion from Tokyo. Feast your eyes upon breathtaking countryside, sacred shrines and stunning temples as you explore the region with an accomplished guide. Visit Toshogu Shrine, a UNESCO World Heritage site dedicated to Shinto worship, and hear about the structure’s fascinating history. Opt for the upgrade to pleasure your palate with a traditional Japanese lunch then absorb the natural splendor of Lake Chuzenji and Kegon Falls. Enjoy the convenience of round-trip transportation from Tokyo on this comprehensive tour.

Climb aboard a comfortable, air-conditioned coach after morning pickup from your Tokyo hotel and begin the scenic drive the Nikko, a serene city at the entrance of Nikko National Park. 

Head straight to what is unanimously hailed as the park’s most spectacular site, the Toshogu Shrine, a UNESCO-listed mausoleum of a revered monarch whole ruled Japan in the 17th century. Marvel at lavish gold-leaf embellishments and opulent chambers during your 1.5-hour exploration of the monument. See iconic carvings depicting the ‘hear no evil’ proverb then revitalize with a delectable Japanese lunch if you selected the option at booking. 

Next, venture to the natural landmark of Kegon Waterfall, a powerful force considered one of the park’s most beautiful waterfalls. Capture the perfect pictures of the falls from a variety of vantage points and feel the refreshing spray of water on your face as you gaze from an observation deck. 

Back to your hotel.


Day 11: TOKYO

Free day at leisure.

Day 12: DEPART FROM TOKYO

Today, passengers will take their own transportation to the Airport concluding your unforgettable journey of Japan or you can choose the optional private airport drop off service ( $120 / Person--Minimum to 2 ppl ).

Please note: the Hotel room check-out time is 11:00 AM, later check out is available for an additional cost. 

Day 13: USA

Arrive in the US and end your trip.


more info

Included:

1) Round-trip international flight from Los Angeles to Japan for NO additional charge

The following departure cities are available for an additional charge:

Additional U$500/person
San Francisco / San Jose / Seattle 
Additional U$500/person
Oklahoma City / Phoenix / Portland (OR) / Sacramento / San Antonio / San Diego / Las Vegas
Additional U$700/person

New York / Atlanta / Charlotte / Detroit / Memphis / Miami / Orlando / Fort Lauderdale / Milwaukee / Austin / Dallas / Denver / Philadelphia / Washington D.C. / Boston / Chicago / Houston

Land-only package without round-trip international flight ticket: minus U$200/person

2) Ground transportation between the cities ( BY BUS ).

3) Hand-picked value or premium hotel accommodations with daily ABF (Based on ratings by booking.com / TripAdvisor / Expedia)

4) Sightseeing admission fees as listed on the agenda

5) Food as specified on the itinerary (B-breakfast L-lunch D-dinner X-no meal) .

Please note that if the flight for your tour is during the lunch or dinner time, your meal will be served on board by the airline.

6) Special cultural programs as specified in the schedule.

7) Professional English speaking local tour expert.

8) All tax and fuel surcharge.

9) UTOvacation’s Travel Assurance Program ( Free Reschedule before 150 days prior to trip departure and before air tickets are issued ).

Excluded:

1. Travel insurance
2. Any personal expenses
3. Tour Extensions and Optional program
4. A Mandatory Service Charge & Tipping USD 220 / person 
is required and payable by Credit Card Before Your Final Payment Due Date. 

5. Single Supplement Fee (Our tour price is based on double occupancy. If a single passenger is traveling alone and not sharing a room for the entire trip, the tour price charged to the single traveler will be double the standard tour price.)

Optional Features

Flight Choice:

☆ Regular Flight: We are trying to put you on a direct flight. If this is not possible, you will take flights with moderate layover time: + U$0

☆ Express Flight: We are trying to put you on a direct flight. If this is not possible, you will take flights with limited layover time of less than 6 hours each way

     Price: U$499/person

☆ Swift Flight: You will take a direct flight with no layover guaranteed (if there is (an) direct flight(s) service already existing between your departure gateway and the arrival gateway of your destination country)

     Price: U$699/person

 Business Class Flight Upgrade: U$6000 /person

Optional ProgramBOOK ONSITE - Minimum guarantee of 10 ppl:

* Select your optional packages while you are in Japan and pay to the local tour guide.

- Off the Beaten Path Excursion of Osaka: USD 159 Per Person 【*Minimum guarantee of 10 ppl】

- Kyoto City In-Depth Tours: USD 159 Per Person 【*Minimum guarantee of 10 ppl】

- Charm of Kyoto: USD 159 Per Person 【*Minimum guarantee of 10 ppl】

Tokyo City Highlight Tours: USD 159 Per Person 【*Minimum guarantee of 10 ppl】

Nikko National Park Day Trip with a delectable Japanese lunchUSD 379 Per Person 【*Minimum guarantee of 10 ppl】

☆ Private Airport Pick Up / Drop Off Service: USD 120 / Person / Ride (Minimum To 2 PP).


Tour Extensions:

1) Hiroshima 3 Days– 2 Night Tour, Including Shinkansen (Japanese Bullet Train) (Pre-Trip):

                  Price: USD 1999.00

                  Single Supplement: USD 1999.00

                     Gratuity: USD 60.00

                  Included:

                  *Air Ticket change fee & fare difference from the original itinerary

                  *Ground transportation Including Shinkansen (Japanese Bullet Train)

                  *Food as specifying on itinerary 

                  *Guided Tour 

                  *Sightseeing admission fees as listed on the agenda 

                  *Hand-picked 4 star hotel accommodations with daily ABF 

                  *Special cultural programs as listed in different cities as specified in the schedule

                  *Professional English speaking local tour expert     


Stay Like A Local-Extensions:-(Choose before the trip):

1) Tokyo 1 Nights Hotel and flight extension

                 Price: USD$1399

                 Single Supplement: USD$1399

                 Included:

                 *Air Ticket change fee & fare difference from the original itinerary

                 *4 star hotel accommodations with daily ABF

2) Tokyo 2 Nights Hotel and flight extension

                 Price: USD$1599

                 Single Supplement: USD$1599

                 Included:

                 *Air Ticket change fee & fare difference from the original itinerary

                 *4 star hotel accommodations with daily ABF

3) Return Flight Extension-3 DAYS

                 Price: USD$1299

                 Included:

                 *Air Ticket change fee & fare difference from the original itinerary

4) Return Flight Extension-5 DAYS

                 Price: USD$1399

                 Included:

                 *Air Ticket change fee & fare difference from the original itinerary

Visa

【JAPAN DOES NOT REQUIRE A VISA FOR USA, CANADA & MEXICO PASSPORT HOLDERS.】 


Visit the "IATA Travel Centre" for detailed information on country-specific passport, visa and health requirements:

https://www.iatatravelcentre.com/passport-visa-health-travel-document-requirements.htm


More about Travel Documents

*It is your responsibility to ensure that you- and any child travelling with you- have all the valid travel documents necessary to enter in, exit from or transit through, each country/region on your itinerary. Note that the documents required for the outbound portion of your travel may differ from those required for the return.

*Your passport should be valid for six months beyond your date of return. Passport must be in good condition: passport damaged beyond normal wear and tear will not be accepted.

*Consult with the appropriate embassy, high commission or consulate about the travel document requirement for any country that you plan to enter in, exit from or transit through.

*Some country no longer issue paper visas but rather electronic visas. E-Visa holders must present the printed e-Visa and valid passport at the checkpoint.

*International travel with infants and children may be required to show documentary evidence of your relationship and a Letter Consent or permission for the child’s travel from the parent(s) or legal guardian not present.

*Americans holding dual citizenship must travel to the United States with a valid U.S. passport. American permanent residents returning to the United States from abroad must carry a valid passport and a valid U.S. Permanent Resident Card (Green Card).

*Canadians holding dual citizenship must travel to Canada with a valid Canadian passport. Canadian permanent residents returning Canada from abroad must carry a valid passport and a valid Canadian Permanent Resident Card (PR Card).


Hotels & Flights

Hotel:

Osaka: Kansai Airport Washington Hotel / Art Hotel Osaka Bay Tower / Osaka Castle Hotel /Agora Place Hotel Osaka / Karaksa Spring Hotel Kansai Air Gate / Izumisano Center Hotel Kansai International Airport or similar

Kyoto: Kyoto Yamashina Hotel Sanraku / S Peria Hotel Kyoto / Grand Prince Hotel Kyoto /Vessel Hotel Campana Kyoto Gojo / Daiwa Roynet Hotel Kyoto Ekimae or similar

Fuji Five Lakes Area: Hotel Regina Kawaguchiko / Hotel Mystay Fuji Onsen Resort or similar

Tokyo: Shinjuku Washington Hotel / Hundred Stay Tokyo Shinjuku / Shinjuku Prince Hotel / Shinjuku Granbell Hotel / Hotel Sunroute Plaza Shinjuku or similar


International Air:

 (*UTOvacation reserve the right to confirm the airlines below)

  ☆ United Airline:

  ☆ American Airline:

  ☆ Delta Airline:

  ☆ Air China:

  ☆ Air Canada:

  ☆ Hainan Airlines:

  ☆ China Eastern Airlines:

  ☆ Cathy Pacific Airlines;

  ☆ China Southern Airlines;

  ☆ Xiamen Airlines;

  ☆ Beijing Capital Airlines;

  ☆ Sichuan Airlines;

  ☆ Hongkong Airline:

  ☆ Eva Air:


Remark: 

1) We reserve the right to modify the itinerary if necessary subject to the local conditions.

2) Guaranteed departure with minimum 10 travelers.

3) Price subject to change at the time of reservation.

4) For travelers under 12 years old are as follow:

Child between 2-11 
years old with bed
Infant under 2 years old
100% of 
adult tour fare

We don"t suggest people bring Infants under 2 years old to participate on this tour 

5) Tour fare is based on American/Canadian adults (non-student group), twin share.

6)The hotels listed in the itinerary are subject to change and may be substituted with a similar category hotel without prior notice, if unavailable. Multi-carriers/airlines are used for the group tour airfare. Once the group tickets are issued the airline information may be released by the group ticketing department about 30 days prior to trip departure. Uto vacation can reserve the right to issue tickets without prior notice.

7) For Travel Visa service: 

* If you choose UTO’s Visa Application Service with your booking, we will contact you by email about 60-120 days prior to trip departure for your visa application. Please call 1-855-526-1286 for more information. 

* Please note: A final trip confirmation will be sent to the main contact passenger via email one month prior to departure that includes a day-by-day itinerary, hotel information, and flight information. If acquiring a visa on your own, the supporting documents will be provided from UTOvacation one month prior to the trip departure date. Supporting documents requested early are subject to a $50 administration fee.

8) Any deviations to other destinations and/or extensions are subject to a $150 change fee, plus any air fare difference---please call 1-855-526-1286 for detail information.

9) Reservation changes: changes to an existing reservation, whatever the cause, will incur a $100 per person charge plus any additional supplier fees. This includes name changes* and removal of any services such as optional tours and transfers. *Please note that name changes to airline reservations are subject to full cancellation and re-booking. See airline name changes section for specific information. Replacing a traveling passenger with another traveling passenger constitutes a cancellation, subject to cancellation penalties, and is not covered by this reservation changes policy. Changes or additions after departure are subject to local rates at the time of amendment and must be paid directly by the passenger to the service provider. There are no refunds for unused services.

10) Please note that if the flight for your tour is during the lunch or dinner time, your meal will be served on board by the airline.

11) All tour extension & optional programs require a minimum of 10 participants to commence. UTOvacation reserve the rights to cancel the tour extension without prior notice. In the instance of cancellation, the tour extension or optional tours shall be refunded.

12) This tour requires some walking during sightseeing. Handicap facilities are not up to the North American standard. We ask all passengers to be careful of the small steps in the old shrines and temples.