Luxe Escape to Japan Clone plan |
| Schedule | Participants | Destination | Themes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 21 2017 9 nights |
2 persons | Tokyo Kyoto Prefecture |
Adventure & Exploration |
| Schedule | Participants |
|---|---|
| Mar 21 2017 9 nights |
2 persons |
| Destination | Themes |
| Tokyo Kyoto Prefecture |
Adventure & Exploration |
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Luxe Escape to Japan
Mar 21 2017 - Mar 30 2017
This luxe trip for two to Japan makes the most of 8 days - several days exploring all that Tokyo has to offer, and a detour to the beautiful Kyoto Prefecture to visit stunning temples, bamboo groves, and more. Arriving to the region in March is especially delightful as the cherry blossom trees are blooming - a truly stunning sight to see. Note: Using an AMEX card on this trip will save you an incredible $2500, with deals on both flights and hotels! Image via http://www.vagabondguide.com/ Kyoto Itinerary via: http://twogaijingirls.com/kyoto-2-day-itinerary/#Kiyomizu-dera
Starting at $5000 per person
Clone planDay 1
Tuesday, Mar. 21
Tokyo
Long travel day with an 11-hour flight but at least it's direct from San Diego - no layovers here. This overnight flight means no hotel is needed on the first night of the trip. Using an American Express card on this trip will save $1250 on busine...
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Wednesday, Mar. 22
Shinjuku
Tune in Tokyo - you made it. The Park Hyatt hotel was made famous by the move "Lost in Translation" starring Bill Murray. Using your AMEX card, you'll score one night free in this beautiful hotel. You'll want to spend the rest of the day settling ...
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With its central location, Park Hyatt Tokyo Hotel is within easy reach of most tourist attractions and business addresses in To...
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Day 3
Thursday, Mar. 23
Minato
Even though today is long, it won't be hectic because you'll be spending the entire day on a preplanned "Panoramic Tokyo Day Tour." Wake up early enough to grab some breakfast before meeting the tour group at the bus station. All the ideas listed ...
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There's much to see in bustling Tokyo and this full-day tour is the perfect introduction to the city's sights. You'll visit Jap...
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**** Included with the Panoramic Tokyo Day Tour ****
The building of the Akasaka Palace is the sole neo-baroque style Wester...
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The Imperial Palace East Gardens (皇居東御苑, Kōkyo Higashi Gyoen) are a par...
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Sensoji (浅草寺, Sensōji, also known as Asakusa Kannon Temple) is a Buddhi...
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**** Included with the Panoramic Tokyo Day Tour ****
Passing through the vermilion-lacquered Kaminarimon Gate, which is famo...
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**** Included with the Panoramic Tokyo Day Tour ****
Amongst the best in the city, the Ginza shopping district is a must vis...
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**** Included with the Panoramic Tokyo Day Tour ****
With breathtaking views of Tokyo Bay area and Hama-rikyu Japanese Tradi...
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Day 4
Friday, Mar. 24
Sumida
Hopefully you're not afraid of heights because today you'll be visiting some of the tallest structures in Japan. In between visiting the two towers, you'll check out the Edo-Tokyo Museum and then go back to the hotel to change clothes before check...
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The height of the TOKYO SKYTREE was originally specified at approximately 610m in the original project. However, it was planned...
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The Edo-Tokyo Museum was founded on March 28,1993, as the place where visitors come to learn more about Tokyo’s history and cul...
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Day 5
Saturday, Mar. 25
Kyoto
Board the Nozomi Bullet Train out of Tokyo for a lightning-fast two hour trip out to Kyoto Prefecture. Check into the stunning Four Seasons, before heading out to check out a couple of the hot spots as noted by the Two Gaijin Girls blog: http://tw...
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Nozomi, the fastest Shinkansen, costs US$121.22* one-way and can get you from Tokyo Station to Kyoto Station in about 2 hours a...
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Discover the style and vibe of today’s Japan at a brand-new hotel with an 800-year-old ikeniwa (pond garden) at its heart. In...
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Day 6
Sunday, Mar. 26
Kyoto
Continue your tour of Kyoto today, with stops at a couple beautiful temples, a classic bridge, and a mystical bamboo grove. A luxury, private Viator tour option is listed so you can enjoy a tour guide for your adventure, who can take you to see th...
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It is also called the Golden Pavillion. The top 2 storeys are covered with pure gold leaf. The pond surrounding the temple also...
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The name, Tenryuji translates to dragon of the sky. It is ranked 1st out of 5 Zen temples and is also a World Heritage Site. T...
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As the name suggests, it’s a forest of bamboo. A path cuts right across the forest so you get to walk with bamboo on both sides.
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Day 7
Monday, Mar. 27
Shinjuku
In the morning, enjoy a relaxing walk around the Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden, before having lunch at Tokyo Shiba Tofuya Ukai. Your evening activity is the polar opposite of a walk in the park - a "crazy" "bizarre" "overwhelmingly fun" showing a...
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Shinjuku Gyoen (新宿御苑) is one of Tokyo's largest and most popular parks. Located just a short walk from Shinjuku Station, the pa...
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The restaurant features beautiful pine trees and a pond where Koi carp swim.
Passing in front of the garden lantern and water...
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Day 8
Tuesday, Mar. 28
Chūō Ku
Rise and shine! The Tskukiji fish market is a must see (and smell) while in Tokyo, but you must be ready for an early morning - they start before the sun rises! Check the website listed to see if they're allowing public viewings, and then head ove...
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The world's largest, busiest fish market has long been a favorite destination for jet-lagged tourists with predawn hours to fil...
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Via Time.com:
"Yoyogi Park in Shibuya-ku is the perfect comic relief after a low-key shrine stop. With living space so tigh...
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Day 9
Wednesday, Mar. 29
Taito
There are tons of museums in Tokyo, but since it's your first time you might as well see the biggest and the best. You can think of today's theme as a study of Tokyo's past (Tokyo National Museum) and future (Miraikan). For dinner, Nishiazabu off...
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The Tokyo National Museum collects, houses, and displays a comprehensive collection of art works and antiquities from Japan as ...
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Day 10
Thursday, Mar. 30
Tokyo
You have a few hours to kill before catching your flight back to the US, so stop by your concierge and ask if there are any must-sees or eats before heading home. Sayōnara!
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