Itinerary
- Welcome to Japan “The land of the rising Sun” – the country known for it’s traditional arts, oldest civilization, and embracing technology like no other country on the planet.
- Upon arrival at Osaka you will be met and transferred to the hotel.
- In the evening you will have a buffet dinner at hotel / packed Indian Dinner.
- Today, proceed to Nara and visit the Nara Deer Park.
- The park is home to hundreds of freely roaming deer. and the Todaiji temple where you can see the temple’s best known relic “Daibutsu” – a colossal statue of the world’s largest gilded bronze Buddha, 15 meters in height.
- Later, in Kyoto visit the world famous Arashiyama Bamboo Forest where the thick green bamboo stalks seem to continue endlessly in every direction Also visit the Kinkauji Temple – the heart of the temple complex is the Golden Pavilion (kinka-ku), situated picturesquely in its garden at the edge of a lake.
- Later, visit the Fushimi Inari Shrine – famed for its variety of shrines and vermilion torii shrine gates, with thousands of them winding their way up the sacred Mount Inari.
- Today morning drive to Osaka. In Osaka, make a photostop at the famous Osaka Castle. Continue driving to Hiroshima.
- Today, visit the Hiroshima Peace Park and the Atomic Bomb Dome (Genbaku Dome) which is a part of the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park and a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1996.
- The ruin is dedicated for its legacy as the “first city in the world” to suffer a nuclear attack and a memorial to the people who were killed in the atomic bombing of Hiroshima on August 6, 1945.
- Proceed to take the ferry to Miyajima Island and visit the Itsukushima Shrine.
- The centuries-old Itsukushima Shrine on Miyajima, The shrine is known worldwide for its iconic “Floating Torii (Gate)”.
- Then take an unforgettable train ride to Numazu. Check into the hotel.
- After breakfast, drive to the 5th station of Mt. Fuji (subject to weather conditions).
- Mt. Fuji is the highest mountain in Japan and often considered the symbol of the country. Proceed to Hakone region to enjoy a cruise on the stunning Lake Ashi.
- Later, ride on the Owakudani Ropeway and see the rising volcanic fumes at the Owakudani boiling valley.
- After breakfast, visit the Hei Shrine famous for its Red color Torii gates. In Odaiba,drive past the Rainbow Bridge and make a photostop at the Statue of Liberty.
- Visit the Ueno Park for some fantastic Cherry Blossom Viewing. Later, proceed to Yokohama – the second largest city in Japan.
- On a guided city tour visit Chinatown, Yamashita Park and the Ookagawa Riverfront where you can see the spectacular Cherry Blossoms in full bloom.
- Check out from the hotel and proceed on the Sumida river cruise to view the beautiful Cherry Blossom Trees.
- Later visit the Sensoji Temple and spend some time at Nakamise Dori. You also get an opportunity today to experience wearing a “Kimono” – a traditional Japanese dress.
- Later, visit the Tokyo Skytree, a television broadcasting tower and landmark of Tokyo.
- With a height of 634 meters, it is the tallest structure in Japan and the second tallest in the world at the time of its completion.
- In the evening experience a traditional Japanese Tea Tasting Ceremony.
- Today is the day you take your flight back home with fond memories of your Global link Holidays.
- We would like you to write and tell us how you enjoyed your holiday and give us your suggestions.
inclusions
- Return economy class airfare as per the itinerary.
- Accommodations at the hotels specified above or similar.
- Visa & Airport taxes (Any further increase must be borne by the guest).
- Services of a Tour Manager.
- Cost of the ticket taxes for the above itinerary as of 01st September 2022.
- Medical insurance for the duration of the tour is included in the tour price. However, any passenger above the age of 60 years and those who wish to extend their stay will be required to pay additional charges.
- Meals, transfers, entrances, sightseeing and surface transport as mentioned in the itinerary
exclusions
- Cost of deviation, in case you want to deviate from the group departure dates mentioned in the brochure.
- Tips of USD 05 per person per day are compulsory in Japan / Korea for services of the guide, driver & many other services. To be paid ONLY in US Dollars Cash.
- The tour cost does not include POE charges, porterage and passport charges.
- Cost of Basic Travel Quota equivalent to USD 10,000.
- Taxes as applicable.
- The cost of airfare included in the above tour cost is based on the fare structure existing as on 1st September 2022. Any further increase in the airfare due to an increase in the fuel price, change in Government regulations, taxes, etc., charged by the airline will have to be borne by the passengers. SOTC India Ltd / Thomas Cook will not be held responsible for the same.
- Any increase in the rate of exchange leading to increase in surface transportation and land arrangements which may come into effect prior to departure.
- The tour price is subject to increase without notice if this rate of exchange changes substantially prior to departure.
- Any expenses of personal nature such as laundry, wines, mineral water, food and drink not in the regular menus provided by us.
- Extra Tips to hotel waiters, drivers, porters etc.
- Meals are pre-set and a choice of menu is not available.
- Cost of excursions, city sightseeing, entrance fees and local guides availed of by the passenger other than those included in the ‘What your Tour Price Includes’ box are to be paid for extra.
CANCELLATION POLICY
- The package once booked is refundable and cancellable.
- Flight cancellation will be as per airline cancellation policy.
- Date of booking to 30 days before travel the cancellation charges will be 10% of the tour cost
- 30 to 15 days before travel – cancellation charges will be 50% of the tour cost
- 15 to 7 days before travel – cancellation charges will be 75% of the tour cost
- 0 to 7 days before travel – cancellation charges will be 100% of the tour cost.
- No refund shall be given
- Please note cancellation policy is subject to change. It depends on the hotel policy. In peak season, some hotels may charge 100% cancellation.
Reservation, Deposit and Full payment
- Reservations can be made by you anytime during business operating hours.
- A minimum deposit of 50% of the total tour fare or full fare on-air component, whichever is higher, is required upon reservation.
- Payment of deposit does not constitute the confirmation of the tour.
- For Package Tours, full payment is required not less than 14 days prior to departure. If payment is not received 14 days or less prior to departure, the company reserves the right to forfeit both the deposit and cancel the reservation.
- For other tours, full payment is required upon confirmation.
QUOTATION TERMS & CONDITIONS
- This is just a quote, no reservations are held yet or booking does not proceed yet.
- The rooms & rates are subject to availability at the time of booking/confirmation.
- Hotel, Sightseeing, Meals, Transfers rate might change without any prior notice until & unless it been booked/ confirmed from your end.
- The change in dates will attract a re-quote.
- Normal Hotel check-in time is from 14.00 hrs onwards. & check-out time is at 12.00 hrs.
- The above cost does not include any kind of surcharge if applicable during the given travel period.
- There will be an additional cost for an entire transfer between 23:00 – 07:00 hrs (if not stated inside the package).
- At check-in, all guests will be required to present a Major Credit Card for incidentals. “No Show” is subject to Full Booking Charges
- The quotation might change due to currencies ROE fluctuation during the confirmation & booking process.
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INCLUSION
- Return economy class airfare as per the itinerary.
- Accommodations at the hotels specified above or similar.
- Visa & Airport taxes (Any further increase must be borne by the guest).
- Services of a Tour Manager.
- Cost of the ticket taxes for the above itinerary as of 01st September 2022.
- Medical insurance for the duration of the tour is included in the tour price. However, any passenger above the age of 60 years and those who wish to extend their stay will be required to pay additional charges.
- Meals, transfers, entrances, sightseeing and surface transport as mentioned in the itinerary
EXCLUSION
- Cost of deviation, in case you want to deviate from the group departure dates mentioned in the brochure.
- Tips of USD 05 per person per day are compulsory in Japan / Korea for services of the guide, driver & many other services. To be paid ONLY in US Dollars Cash
- The tour cost does not include POE charges, porterage and passport charges.
- Cost of Basic Travel Quota equivalent to USD 10,000.
- Taxes as applicable.
- The cost of airfare included in the above tour cost is based on the fare structure existing as on 1st September 2023. Any further increase in the airfare due to an increase in the fuel price, change in Government regulations, taxes, etc., charged by the airline will have to be borne by the passengers. Thomas Cook will not be held responsible for the same.
- Any increase in the rate of exchange leading to increase in surface transportation and land arrangements which may come into effect prior to departure.
- The tour price is subject to increase without notice if this rate of exchange changes substantially prior to departure.
- Any expenses of personal nature such as laundry, wines, mineral water, food and drink not in the regular menus provided by us.
- Extra Tips to hotel waiters, drivers, porters etc.
- Meals are pre-set and a choice of menu is not available.
- Cost of excursions, city sightseeing, entrance fees and local guides availed of by the passenger other than those included in the ‘What your Tour Price Includes’ box are to be paid for extra.
- The package once booked is refundable and cancellable.
- Flight cancellation will be as per airline cancellation policy.
- Date of booking to 30 days before travel the cancellation charges will be 10% of the tour cost.
- 30 to 15 days before travel – cancellation charges will be 50% of the tour cost.
- 15 to 7 days before travel – cancellation charges will be 75% of the tour cost.
- 0 to 7 days before travel – cancellation charges will be 100% of the tour cost.
- No refund shall be given.
- Please note cancellation policy is subject to change. It depends on the hotel policy. In peak season, some hotels may charge 100% cancellation.
- This is just a quote, no reservations are held yet or booking does not proceed yet.
- The rooms & rates are subject to availability at the time of booking/confirmation.
- Hotel, Sightseeing, Meals, Transfers rate might change without any prior notice until & unless it been booked/ confirmed from your end.
- The change in dates will attract a re-quote.
- Normal Hotel check-in time is from 14.00 hrs onwards. & check-out time is at 12.00 hrs.
- The above cost does not include any kind of surcharge if applicable during the given travel period.
- There will be an additional cost for an entire transfer between 23:00 – 07:00 hrs (if not stated inside the package).
- At check-in, all guests will be required to present a Major Credit Card for incidentals.
- “No Show” is subject to Full Booking Charges.
- The quotation might change due to currencies ROE fluctuation during the confirmation & booking process.
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