Hidden Gems of Japan | IACE TRAVEL USA

Tokyo, Kyoto, Fukui & Kanazawa:
11 Days / 10 Nights

Pricing TBD

What’s Included:

Accommodations

10 nights (standard-level rooms at 3.5-4 star accommodations)

Transportation

2 airport transfers by private vehicle
Public transportation during guided tour in Tokyo
Bullet train from Odawara to Kyoto
Express train from Kyoto to Tsuruga
Bullet train from Tsuruga to Echizen-Takefu
Bullet train from Awara Onsen to Kanazawa
Bullet train from Kanazawa to Tokyo
Private vehicle during guided tours in Kyoto, Fukui, & Kanazawa
Round trip express bus tickets from Kanazawa to Shirakawa-go

Guiding

5 days with a private guide

Meals

10 Breakfasts / 1 Dinner

Other

Basic travel insurance with medical coverage up to $10,000 per person

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Itinerary Summary

11 Days / 10 Nights

Accommodations

3 nights Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo (breakfast included)
3 nights Righa Gran Kyoto (breakfast included)
1 night Grandia Housen (dinner and breakfast included)
2 nights Hyatt Centric Kanazawa (breakfast included)
1 night Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyobashi (breakfast included)

*If the above accommodations are unavailable, a substitute at a similar level will be included instead.

Guiding

1 day with an 8-hour private guide in Tokyo
1 day with an 8-hour private guide in Kyoto
1 day with an 7-hour private guide in Fukui
1 day with an 6-hour private guide in Kanazawa
1 day with an 8-hour private guide in Shirakawa-go

Transportation

Private vehicle transfer from Narita/Haneda Airport to Tokyo accommodation
Public transportation during guided tour in Tokyo
Bullet train from Tokyo Station to Kyoto Station
8-hour private vehicle during guided tour in Kyoto
Express train from Kyoto Station to Tsuruga Station
Bullet train from Tsuruga Station to Echizen-Takefu Station
6-hour private vehicle during guided tour in Fukui
Bullet train from Awara Onsen Station to Kanazawa Station
6-hour private vehicle during guided tour in Kanazawa
Round trip express bus tickets from Kanazawa to Shirakawa-go
Bullet train from Kanazawa Station to Tokyo Station
Private vehicle transfer from Tokyo accommodation to Haneda/Narita Airport

Day 1

Arrive at Haneda or Narita Airport

Upon landing at either Narita Airport or Haneda Airport, meet your driver and transfer to your accommodation by private vehicle. The remainder of the day will be free time in Tokyo to spend however you please.

Accommodation: Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo (breakfast included)

Included Services: Private vehicle transfer from Narita/Haneda Airport to Tokyo

Day 2

Guided Tour in Tokyo

In the morning, meet your private guide at your hotel before setting out on a tour of Tokyo by public transportation. Today will be focused on experiencing many renowned areas in the city, such as the upscale streets of the Ginza District, the nostalgic charms of Asakusa and Senso-ji Temple, as well as many other surprises along the way.

Accommodation: Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo (breakfast included)

Included Services: 8-hour private guide, public transportation during guided tour

Day 3

Independent Day in Tokyo

Today is an independent day where you can explore Tokyo at your leisure.

Accommodation: Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo (breakfast included)

Day 4

Travel From Tokyo to Kyoto

Today, you will take the bullet train (shinkansen) from Tokyo to Kyoto. The remainder of the day will be free time in Kyoto to spend however you please.

Accommodation: Righa Gran Kyoto (breakfast included)

Included Services: Bullet train from Tokyo to Kyoto

Day 5

Guided Tour in Kyoto

In the morning, meet your private guide at your hotel before setting out on a tour of Kyoto by private vehicle. Today will be focused on experiencing many famous spots in this ancient city, such as the lush bamboo groves of Arashiyama, the iconic Golden Pavilion, as well as a few other hidden gems along the way.

Accommodation: Righa Gran Kyoto (breakfast included)

Included Services: 8-hour private guide, 8-hour private vehicle during guided tour

Day 6

Independent Day in Kyoto

Today is an independent day where you can explore Kyoto at your leisure.

Accommodation: Righa Gran Kyoto (breakfast included)

Day 7

Guided Tour in Fukui

In the morning, you will take an express train from Kyoto Station to Tsuruga Station in Fukui where you will meet your private guide on the platform before changing to the bullet train (shinkansen) to Echizen-Takefu Station. After disembarking the train at Echizen-Takefu Station, you will meet your driver and set out on a tour of Fukui by private vehicle. Today will be an overview of some of the fascinating experiences Fukui has to offer, such as the craftsman culture of Takefu Knife Village, the aura of Zen surrounding Eihei-ji Temple, as well as a few other interesting spots as time permits. Your day in Fukui will conclude with a stay at Japanese-style accommodation in the hot springs town of Awara Onsen.

Accommodation: Grandia Housen (dinner and breakfast included)

Included Services: 7-hour private guide, 6-hour private vehicle during guided tour, express train from Kyoto to Tsuruga, bullet train from Tsuruga to Echizen-Takefu,

Day 8

Guided Tour in Kanazawa

In the morning, you will transfer to Awara Onsen Station via hotel shuttle to take the bullet train (shinkansen) from Awara Onsen to Kanazawa. After disembarking the train, you will meet your private guide on the platform before setting out on a tour of Kanazawa by private vehicle. Today will be focused on seeing the many wonders of this former capital of a powerful feudal lord, such as the magnificent Kenroku-en Garden, the geisha district of Higashi Chaya Gai, as well as a few other recommended areas along the way.

Accommodation: Hyatt Centric Kanazawa (breakfast included)

Included Services: 6-hour private guide, 6-hour private vehicle during guided tour, bullet train from Awara Onsen to Kanazawa

Day 9

Guided Tour in Shirakawa-go

In the morning, meet your private guide at your hotel before setting out on a tour of Shirakawa-go by an express bus. Today will be focused on visiting the picturesque village of Ogimachi and exploring the preserved gassho-zukuri farmhouses the town is famous for. After your tour in Shirakawa-go is finished, you will return to Kanazawa by an express bus.

Accommodation: Hyatt Centric Kanazawa (breakfast included)

Included Services: 8-hour private guide, round trip express bus from Kanazawa to Shirakawa-go

Day 10

Travel From Kanazawa to Tokyo

Today, you will take the bullet train (shinkansen) from Kanazawa to Tokyo. The remainder of the day will be free time in Tokyo to spend however you please.

Accommodation: Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyobashi (breakfast included)

Included Services: Bullet train from Kanazawa to Tokyo

Day 11

Depart Japan

Today, a private vehicle will transfer you from your accommodation in Tokyo to either Narita Airport or Haneda Airport to catch your flight. Safe travels!

Included Services: Private vehicle transfer from Tokyo to Haneda/Narita Airport

Tokyo: Keio Plaza Hotel

Within about a 10-minute walk of Shinjuku Station, Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo is a centrally-located, 4-star hotel in the vibrant heart of one of Tokyo's most dynamic and lively areas. Containing over 1400 guest rooms, a fitness center, outdoor pool (seasonal), and a collection of restaurants from sushi to teppanyaki, the Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo has established itself as one of the premier accommodations in central Tokyo, offering an experience that blends traditional Japanese hospitality with modern amenities.

Kyoto: Righa Gran Kyoto

Situated just south of the Hachijo East Exit at Kyoto Station, the Righa Gran Kyoto first opened its doors in 2020 with the aim of providing a hotel where its patrons could use their five senses to experience the allure and charm of Japan’s ancient capital. With a design and décor that utilize the many motifs and aesthetic sensibilities of the traditional culture of Kyoto, the hotel prides itself on being an ideal location from which to experience Kyoto’s famous cultural landmarks.

Fukui: Grandia Housen

Located in Fukui's premier hot springs town, Grandia Housen has been a scenic retreat for locals and travelers from afar since it first opened its doors in the early 1960s. Offering over 100 guest rooms spanning a wide spectrum of aesthetic choices, from classic Japanese-style decor to a fusion of Japanese luxury with a modern touch, it is an ideal location to experience Japan's renowned hot springs culture. Grandia Housen features both communal open-air hot spring baths, as well as rooms equipped with private open-air baths, both of which are fed by natural hot spring waters.

Kanazawa: Hyatt Centric Kanazawa

With approximately 250 stylish guest rooms and suites, the Hyatt Centric Kanazawa is a sophisticated modern hotel that seamlessly blends the traditional craftsmanship of local artisans with the dynamic artistic pulse of Kanazawa’s renowned modern art scene. Situated conveniently next to Kanazawa Station, the hotel provides easy access to the Hokuriku Shinkansen (bullet train), as well as the city's extensive public transportation network. Guests staying at the hotel can indulge in the wide array of amenities on offer, including a 24-hour fitness center, attentive concierge service, an exquisite restaurant, and a magnificent rooftop bar, providing the perfect place for unwinding after a day of traversing Kanazawa's historic city streets.

Tokyo: Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyobashi

Conveniently located within a brief 5-minute stroll from Tokyo Station, the Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyobashi was designed around the concept of embodying the spirit of old Tokyo (Edo) with sleek and modern sensibilities. Each guest room embodies the soul of Kyobashi and its historic inhabitants, with headboards adorned with symbolic iconography such as bridges, horses, and tails found above each bed. Moreover, the hotel features a restaurant that offers both breakfast and lunch, and, when evening comes, transforms into a cozy guest lounge offering complimentary tea and snacks, ensuring a delightful space to relax after a busy day of exploration.

Tokyo, Kyoto, Fukui & Kanazawa: 11 Days / 10 Nights

Pricing TBD

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Tokyo, Kyoto, Fukui & Kanazawa:
11 Days / 10 Nights