Guide

CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout.

Transport

Local train, bullet train, bus, walking.

Accommodation

Hostels (4 nts, multi-share & shared facilities), traditional inn (1 nt, multi share room and shared facilities).

Others

Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group Your First Night Out Moment: Connect With New Friends Your Big Night Out Moment: - Kyoto, Kyoto Your Discover Moment: Kyoto. Orientation walks in Tokyo and Takayama. Overnight stay in a traditional inn. Free time in Tokyo, Takayama, and Kyoto. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.

Hygieneprotocol

As of October 1, 2021 G Adventures’ Vaccinated Tours Policy applies:  All travelers must meet the G Adventures requirements for joining their tours.  The majority of tours require travelers to be fully vaccinated and the full/final COVID-19 vaccination must be at least 14 days before the first day of the tour.  There are some tours and departures that are only ‘Travel-Ready’ which means all travelers must be fully vaccinated or have a negative COVID-19 test within 96 hours before the first day of the tour.  Please, double check with the G Adventures Support Team about the requirements of your tour and departure date. ** Updated Vaccine Mandate Changes as of 16 December 2022 below** Travel with Confidence & Vaccinated Tours As we continue to see vaccine mandates shifting and countries evolving COVID-19 policies, we have continued to monitor and adjust our policies in line. Based on this, we will be making some adjustments to our Vaccinated Tours and Travel with Confidence policy in 2023. Tours departing on or after March 31, 2023 we will no longer be requiring all travellers to be vaccinated to travel with G Adventures. However, we still strongly recommend that all travellers are fully vaccinated for COVID-19 prior to travelling. As per our existing policy, it is the travellers responsibility to ensure they are aware of and adhere to the regulations of the country they are visiting. Please remember to ensure that your travellers have adequate travel insurance to protect them should their travel plans change, this should include trip disruption and COVID-19 coverage. Our National Geographic Journeys, National Geographic Family Journeys and G Expedition will remain fully vaccinated for all departures . You can read more about these policies here: https://www.gadventures.com/travel-with-confidence/  Leading up to March 31, 2023 our tours will continue to be Vaccinated Tours and you can look for the Vaccinated Tours icon to indicate which departures are vaccinated and which will not require a vaccination as we move forward with this change. You can find more information on our Travel with Confidence landing page https://www.gadventures.com/travel-with-confidence/  or as well as on Sherpa.  Thank you for your continued support as we navigate these updates. ** Updated Vaccine Mandate Changes as of 16 December 2022 above**

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Others

1. Combo Trip Please note that this tour combines with other G Adventures tours. As such, the staff and some travel companions on your tour may have previously been traveling together with G Adventures, prior to Day 1 of your tour. Likewise, some staff and travel companions may be continuing together on another G Adventures tour, after your trip concludes. 2. Rail Pass This tour doesn’t include a Japan rail pass. You may notice members of your group booked on a longer combo tour will have a valid rail pass for a portion of your time together and that it grants them unlimited access to some forms of transport. If you’re interested in exploring more of Japan with G Adventures, be sure to check out our ’Epic Japan’ tour! 3. Multi-share Accommodation 18-to-Thirtysomethings accommodation in Japan is multi-share. For more information, see About Accommodation. 4. Tattoos Tattoos are not common or widely accepted in Japan. There is no cause for concern, but do your best to cover your tattoos when possible and note that you may not be permitted to enter public spas or onsens (hot springs). 5. Luggage size restriction – Effective from May 2020 onwards All G Adventures tours in Japan use the world-famous Shinkansen bullet trains, which have a restriction on maximum luggage size. Your luggage must be less than 160cm in total. This is roughly the size that most airline companies consider as "carry-on baggage" and allow in overhead storage compartments. We strongly recommend bringing a day pack or backpack to use during the day, in addition to your carry-on sized luggage. Please see “What to take” under Tour details for more information.Asakusa - Sensō-ji Temple Visit (Free) Tokyo - Akihabara Visit (Free) - Harajuku Visit (Free) - Meiji Shrine (Meiji Jingū) Visit (Free-1000JPY per person) - Ueno Park Visit (Free) Takayama - Sake Street Visit (300-400JPY per person) - Biking (200-1000JPY per person) - Hida no Sato (Hida Minzoku Mura Folk Village) Visit (700JPY per person) Kyoto - Zen Gardens of Ryōan-ji (500JPY per person) - Gion Walk (Free) - Kiyomizu Temple Visit (400JPY per person) - Nijo Castle and Gardens Visit (600JPY per person) - Day Trip to Nara - Kinkaku-ji Golden Pavilion Visit (500JPY per person)

Meals

No meals included

Flights

International flights not included.

Insurance

Insurance is not included. Travel insurance is required for this tour. Please make sure you are adequately covered. If you require travel insurance, TourRadar has partnered up with World Nomads to provide a hassle-free experience. More information can be found here ( https://www.tourradar.com/travel-insurance ).

Optional

Shibuya-ku - Meiji Shrine (Meiji Jingū) Visit (Free-1000JPY per person) - Yoyogi Park Visit (Free) Asakusa - Sensō-ji Temple Visit (Free) Tokyo - Toyosu Fish Market (Free) - Akihabara Visit (Free) - Harajuku Visit (Free) - Ginza Shopping (Free) - Imperial Palace East Gardens Walk (Free) Takayama - Japanese Onsen (Hot Spring) Visit (Free) - Hida no Sato (Hida Minzoku Mura Folk Village) Visit (700JPY per person) - Biking (200-1000JPY per person) Kyoto - Nijo Castle and Gardens Visit (600JPY per person) - Zen Gardens of Ryōan-ji (500JPY per person) - Gion Walk (Free) - Silver Pavilion Visit (500JPY per person) - Kiyomizu Temple Visit (400JPY per person) - Kinkaku-ji Golden Pavilion Visit (400JPY per person)

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Day 1 Day 1: Tokyo
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Tokyo

Arrive at any time and welcome to Japan’s neon metropolis that’s always on the move. There are no plans until the evening welcome meeting, so spend some time exploring. Then, after the meeting head out for a night of fun, drinks, and dancing for your first night out. Pick the best looking spot and cheers to new adventures and friends!
We highly recommend booking pre-accommodation to fully experience all that is Tokyo.

Included Activities:
- Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
- Connect With New Friends
Day 2 Day 2: Tokyo
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Tokyo

Get your bearings with an orientation walk before enjoying free time to explore buzzing Tokyo. Opt to check out Yoyogi Park, Asakusa shrine, quirky Harajuku, Shibuya Crossing, or explore the city’s massive selection of shops and cafés.

Included Activities:
- Orientation With CEO

Additional Notes: Please note that the new JR Pass validation policy asks travellers to come to the office counter to activate their JR Pass.
Day 3 Day 3: Tokyo/Takayama
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Tokyo/Takayama

Board a bullet train to picturesque Takayama, surrounded by the Japanese Alps. Take in the quaint streets of old town—lined with craft shops and sake breweries (mid-day sake bombs anyone?)—on a CEO-led orientation walk. Enjoy the rest of the day to explore the area. In the evening, kick back and relax in a traditional inn complete with tatami floors, Japanese futons, and an onsen hot spring. Delight in a restorative soak in the healing waters.

Transport:
- Bullet Train 04:00 Hr(s)

Included Activities:
- Takayama Orientation Walk
Day 4 Day 4: Takayama/Kyoto
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Takayama/Kyoto

Catch a train to Japan’s imperial capital, Kyoto, and spend the rest of the day discovering this historic city. Then tonight, grab a drink on our tab during your Big Night Out. After a beer, you can opt to release your inner rock star during a karaoke session. Or visit one of Kyoto’s many famous izakayas! Kanpai!

Transport:
- Bullet Train 03:30 - 04:00 Hr(s)

Included Activities:
- Big Night Out - Kyoto
Day 5 Day 5: Kyoto
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Kyoto

Kyoto is yours to explore today and the options are endless, so grab a buddy and get out there! Visit some of Kyoto’s beautiful temples, participate in a tea ceremony, or take a calligraphy class (so you can make that postcard home look extra fancy).
Day 6 Day 6: Kyoto
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Kyoto

Today is departure day, but do not fret! There is no such thing as goodbye, only until next time. Share some last laughs and exchange social medias with your fellow travellers before departing at any time.
We highly recommend booking post-accommodation to fully experience this iconic city.

Included Activities:
- Departure Day

Additional Notes: For travellers flying out of Kansai International Airport (KIX), please find the public transit options below (please note that taxis can become quite expensive in the late hours)

1) By train - departing from Kyoto station, the limited express "Haruka" Train goes directly to the airport. The last train to the airport leaves Kyoto station at 20:30.
2) By bus - departing from Kyoto station, with several stops along the way. The last bus to the airport leaves Kyoto station at 22:10.

Timetable Reference: http://www.hyperdia.com

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Japan: Tokyo Nights & Kyoto Temples

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Day 4: Takayama/Kyoto

Day 5: Kyoto

Day 6: Kyoto

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