Day 1 Arrive Tokyo

Arrive in Tokyo at any time.

Day 2-3 Takayama

Nestled in the mountains, this town retains an old charm nurtured by its ryokans, sake breweries and craft shops.

Day 4-5 Hiroshima

Don't miss a visit to the Peace Park, the famous Torii Gate, and, after a short ferry ride, Miyajima Island – the Island of Shrines.

Day 6-7 Nagasaki

A thriving centre for Western trade and culture. Feeling brave? Try the local specialty Fugu, or blowfish, for lunch.

Day 8-10 Kyoto

The centre of artistic and cultural history in Japan, Kyoto will leave you breathless with its temples, gardens and traditional courtyards. If you're lucky, you may catch a glimpse of a geisha popping into a teahouse in the narrow alleyways of Gion.

Day 11-12 Mt. Fuji region - Kawaguchiko (2B,D)

Spend the night at the base of one of the most famous mountains in the world. Get lost in the throngs of pilgrims, families and school groups who come to make the ascent.

Day 13 Tokyo

Take part in some last minute shopping for high tech gadgets upon your return to this exciting city.

Day 14 Depart Tokyo