The History and Culture of China and Japan

3N Tokyo, 2N Hakone, 3N Kyoto, 3N Beijing, 2N Xian, 2N Shanghai

Duration

15 Nights / 16 Days

Starting From

Tokyo

The Essence of China & Japan 16-Day Heritage Discovery Tour is designed for travelers seeking an immersive blend of ancient traditions, modern marvels, culinary encounters, and cultural experiences across two of Asia’s most captivating countries. Beginning in the bustling metropolis of Tokyo, the journey leads you through the scenic landscapes of Hakone, the cultural heart of Kyoto and Nara, and then on to China’s golden triangle - Beijing, Xi’an, and Shanghai.This itinerary includes exclusive premium experiences, such as a sushi-making workshop, matcha ceremony, kimono dressing, Emperor’s Tour at the Forbidden City, hands-on Terracotta Warrior crafting, and authentic Chinese dumpling cooking. Your accommodations in carefully selected 4-star hotels ensure comfort and convenience, while private transfers and curated excursions provide a seamless luxury experience.

Package Includes

Hotels

Transfer

Sightseeing

Meals

Price Includes

36 Sightseeing

Breakfast

Guided Tours

All Transfers

Day 1 - Arrival in Tokyo

Upon arrival in Toky Hotel century southern toweo, your private driver welcomes you and transfers you to the Hotel. Spend the rest of the day relaxing or exploring the city’s vibrant surroundings at your leisure.

Transfer from Airport/Station to Hotel: Private Basis

Day 2 - Tokyo City Highlights

Day 3 - Culinary & Garden Experiences in Tokyo

Day 4 - Travel from Tokyo to Hakone

Day 5 - Full Hakone Exploration

Day 6 - Shinkansen Journey to Kyoto

Day 7 - Kyoto’s Cultural Treasures

Day 8 - Kyoto - Nara - Kyoto

Day 9 - Kyoto to Osaka - Flight to Beijing

Day 10 - Beijing - Imperial Wonders

Day 11 - Beijing - Temple & Great Wall

Day 12 - Beijing to Xi’an by High-Speed Train

Day 13 - Xi’an - Terracotta Army Immersion

Day 14 - Xi’an to Shanghai + Cultural Highlights

Day 15 - Shanghai Icons & Customized Discovery

Day 16 - Departure from Shanghai

Inclusions

Entrance fees: To scenic spots as listed in the itinerary.
Meals: All meals as specified in the itinerary. If the restaurant indicated is not available on the day, your guide will arrange another restaurant from our list of approved restaurants.
Private Transfers: Transfers between airports, railway stations, hotels and scenic spots list in the itinerary by private airconditioned vehicle with a driver and English-speaking guide (as listed above).
Luggage Transfers: Between airports/railway stations/cruise piers and hotels.
Guide: As outlined in the itinerary; a local English-speaking guide and driver will be provided in each city. Our full day private tour packages provide a guide and van for a maximum of 8 hours.
Hotels listed in the itinerary (or similar level):
Please note double bed room is on request basis which is subject to Hotel's availability and re-confirmation upon check-in.
All rooms are air-conditioned with private facilities unless specified.
Hotel prices are based on double occupancy.
Hotel check-in is usually available at 12 noon however some hotel only allows check in after 2pm. Check-out is usually12 noon on the day of check-out. Early check-in may be available on a case-by-case basis by request in advance.
Transport listed in the itinerary
Airport Tax and Fuel Fee
Service Charge & Government Taxes
Arrangements: The tour cost includes planning, handling, operational and communication charges.
All credit card processing fees

Exclusions

Goods and Service Tax & Tax Collected at Source as applicable
All personal expenses like tips, laundry, telephone calls/fax, alcoholic beverages, camera/video camera fees at monuments, medical expenses, airport departure tax etc.
Anything not mentioned under Package Inclusions.
Airfare, Visa Fees and Travel Insurance unless mentioned in the inclusions
International travel expenses to enter or leave China/Japan.
Personal Expenses: Expenses of a purely personal nature such as laundry, drinks, fax, telephone call, optional activities,sightseeing or meals which are not included in the tour itinerary.
Meals: Any meals which are not specified in the tour itinerary. Single Room Supplement:
Gratuities, Tips to Guides or Drivers. Unlike other travel agencies in China, we pay the guides and drivers a base salary. The tipping is not mandatory however the guides and drivers, as in many other countries, will usually expect a tip. Those customers wishing to tip often ask us what they should give.

Terms & Conditions

Cancellation Policy

In case client wishes to prepone /postpone his or her travel dates, we request you to kindly reach us 15 days prior to journey date via e-mail/SMS..
The customers can prepone /postpone their tour once without any additional charges (if intimated before 15 days of travel date in written). However postponing & preponing second time will attract additional charges.
Also note that few service providers (Hoteliers, Transporter etc.) may apply postpone/prepone charges even after meeting above requirement. In such cases postpone/prepone charges will deducted from the advance amount deposited.
In all prepone or postpone scenarios, the services and the costing will be subject to availability of Hotel/Volvo and season/off season time.
We do not accept any changes in plan within 15 days of travel date. However in rare cases like adverse climatic conditions or strikes, package can be postponed which will be intimated to you beforehand.
The validity to utilize your Advance payment in prepone/postpone scenarios is 1 Year from the date of advance payment.
The advance payment and the invoice Number allotted to you, are transferable i.e. you can pass on your booking to any of your friends/ relatives. (Please Note: In order to transfer your booking you must meet the above terms and conditions first).

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