13 Days / 12 Nights
Come join with us on a spiritual journey in Japan. Visit sacred places Ise and Mt. Koya, tranquil temples and spiritual experiences. Book with us and embark on a spiritual journey of Japan.
Summary
Tour starts in Tokyo where you can immerse in old cultures and modern ways. Relax in one of the city gardens and take a cruise along Sumida River in Tokyo before you head to Iseshima and Toba. Iseshima is best known for Ise Jingu one of the holiest of Shinto shrines in Japan. Our local guides will tell you the history and rituals of Ise Shrine before taking you to the Ama Divers huts in Toba. Take a bullet train to Nagoya and Hiroshima before heading to Kyoto. Experience zen connections in Kyoto by joining an authentic tea ceremony in Kyoto and visiting the tranquil temples. Final stop of the tour will be a visit to spiritual Mount Koya the birth place of Shingon Buddhism. Learn meditation and spend the night in the halls of a Shukobu temple. Embark on a spiritual journey in Japan with our expert guides and find your inner peace before you head back home.
Detailed Itinerary
DAY 1 TOKYO
Arrive at Tokyo Narita / Haneda Airport. Transfer by shared shuttle taxi to your hotel in Tokyo.
Overnight stay in Shiba Park Hotel or similar
DAY 2 TOKYO FULL-DAY TOUR
Breakfast at your hotel.
Full-day Private Tour of Tokyo.
Tour highlights:
- Hamarikyu Garden
- Asakusa Kannon Temple and Nakamise shopping arcade
- Edo Tokyo Museum
- Ginza shopping area
Overnight stay in Shiba Park Hotel or similar
DAY 3 TOKYO Breakfast at your hotel.
Free to explore Tokyo or join Mt. Fuji and Hakone Tour.
Overnight stay in Shiba Park Hotel or similar
DAY 4 TOKYO -> TOBA
Breakfast at your hotel.
Travel by bullet train and limited express to Toba independently using Japan Rail Pass and tickets provided.
Half-day Private guided tour or Ise.
Tour highlights:
- Ise Jingu shrine
- Oharaimachi
Stay overnight in Toba Sea Side Hotel or similar
DAY 5 TOBA/ISE
Breakfast at your hotel.
Full-day private guided tour of Toba.
Tour highlights:
- Mikimoto Pearl Island
- Visit to a Ama Divers hut
Stay overnight in Toba Sea Side Hotel or similar
DAY 6 TOBA -> NAGOYA
Breakfast at your hotel.
Travel by train to Nagoya.
Free to explore Nagoya including Toyota Motor Plant.
** Tours can be requested at the time of booking.
Stay overnight in Meitetsu Nagoya Hotel or similar
DAY 7 NAGOYA -> HIROSHIMA Breakfast at your hotel.
Travel by bullet train to Hiroshima.
Half-day private guided tour of Hiroshima and Miyajima island.
Tour highlights:
- Hiroshima Peace Park and A-bomb dome
- Itsukushima shrine and Miyajima island walk
Stay overnight at Granvia Hiroshima or similar
** Ryokan stay can be arranged on Miyajima island. Please request at the time of booking.
DAY 8 HIROSHIMA -> KYOTO Breakfast at your hotel.
Travel by bullet train to Kyoto.
Half-day tour of Kyoto with private guide
Tour highlights:
- Gion Geisha district walk
- Authentic Tea Ceremony
Stay overnight in New Miyako Hotel or similar
DAY 9 KYOTOBreakfast at your hotel.
Full-day private guided tour of Kyoto.
Tour highlights:
- Nijo Castle
- Golden Pavilion
- Nishiki Market
- Fushimi Inari Shrine
Stay overnight in New Miyako Hotel or similar
DAY 10 KYOTO Breakfast at your hotel.
Free to explore Kyoto or visit nearby Nara.
Maps and detailed information provided with travel pack.
Stay overnight in New Miyako Hotel or similar
DAY 11 MT.KOYA Breakfast at your hotel.
Travel by train and cable car to Mt. Koya. Tickets provided.
Private guided Tour of Mt. Koya.
Tour highlights:
- Walk around Okunoin and Mt. Koya
- Meditation lesson
- Overnight stay experience in a temple
- Experience a vegetarian dinner.
Stay overnight in Fudo-in Temple or similar
DAY 12 KOYA -> OSAKA Breakfast at the Temple.
Transfer by cable car and train to Osaka. Tickets provided.
Free to explore Osaka and enjoy some last minute shopping.
Stay overnight in New Hankyu Hotel Osaka or similar
DAY 13 OSAKA -> KANSAI AIRPORTBreakfast at your hotel.
Tranfer by airport bus to Kansai Airport for your flight back home.
Rates and Conditions
Rate Includes
- Return airport transfers
- 12 nights accommodation including daily Breakfast
- Dinner at Mount Koya
- Private Guided Tours as per itinerary
- Authentic Tea ceremony in Kyoto
- Zen meditation in Koya san
- 7- Day Japan Rail Pass
- Train and cable car tickets from Kyoto to Koya san
