Too many highlights!! We only have a short space to pack this all in, so rather than the cultural aspects of this changing your life, the way you think, eat and relate to other people, we are just going to talk about the physical highlights. 

Tokyo is the most lively city you will ever visit. It is huge, there are so many people that it just shouldn't work, but it does. It works flawlessly. You will visit its quiet hidden temples, its incredible shopping districts and we promise you, take a spare bag, this is shopping heaven! You can dine in Michelin luxury, or take a ticket from a machine, sit at a bar and tuck into the most delicious ramen, or gyoza you will ever eat. 

Hakone is the flip side of the coin. Although a popular tourist spot for the Japanese, it gives you a little more insight into the more rural side of life. Onsen bathing, appreciating nature and eating gigantic Kaiseki meals are all part of this experience and with your Hakone Freepass, you will be able to indulge in the most delightful parts of this area. 

Kyoto is like another world, another time period. We think its highlights speak for themselves, but we wanted to add a little bit about Kanazawa. It will be the unknown quantity for many travellers to Japan, but we promise, this is an outstanding city. The Ken Roku-en gardens are breathtaking and right across from the immaculate, white castle. Then there is the ancient centre, not to mention a delightful modern art gallery and countless stunning temples. What a city!

Your trip begins in the wonderful city of Tokyo where you will spend a couple of days exploring. From there you head up to Hakone at the base of Mt Fuji before taking the Shinkansen up to Kanazawa. Then, to finish off the trip, you take the Shinkansen back down to stunning Kyoto where the trip comes to an end. 

The hotels included in our Japanese Cultural Explorer feature the following facilities:

• 24-Hour Reception Desk
• Complimentary Wi-Fi
• Air conditioning
• Restaurant
• Bar
• Wellness Centre
• & Many More! 

Exclusions

• Return international flights
• Visas
• Optional activities/tours, personal expenses/transfers not mentioned
• Travel Insurance
• Tips & gratuities
  
  

Age restrictions

• The minimum age for this tour is 6
  
  

Occupancy

• The minimum number for this tour to commence is two people
• Double bed/twin share
  
  

Passport & visa requirements

• All visitors require a passport with a minimum validity of 3 months beyond your return travel date is required for all passengers (including children and infants)
• It is the visitor's responsibility to ensure they are holding the correct and current visa for the countries they are visiting
• If the visitor is a non-Australian passport holder, a valid re-entry visa may be required
• Important: Please start arranging your visa at least 6-8 weeks prior to departure to account for any delays due to consulate operating hours and processing times
  
  

Travel Insurance

• We recommend you purchase travel insurance as soon as possible after purchasing this package
  
  

Health & vaccination

• As border restrictions for countries begin to ease, being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 will maximise the number of locations you can visit. So whilst you are not legally required to be vaccinated, and it’s also not a requirement to travel with us, it will limit some of the countries that you can visit and may make it harder to travel for the next 12-18 months.
• We highly recommend our travellers to look at the current travel restrictions of their destination, speak with a medical professional at least 30 days before departure or get in touch with our team for travel advice.
• Health care such as a doctor’s surgery, dentist and optometrists may not always be accessible on this tour
• It is advised that you ensure you have adequate health insurance cover as part of your travel insurance
  
  

Porterage

• This is a self-guided trip, so porterage is not available throughout.
  
  

Tipping

• Tipping and gratuities are not included in the package and are at your own discretion
  
  

Fitness requirements

• Travellers should have a good level of physical fitness and mobility. They must be able to partake unaided in their chosen activities/package tours/cruise etc. as outlined in the itinerary
  
  

Dietary requirements

• Any dietary requirements must be received by DealsAway at least 30 days prior to your scheduled departure date. Failure to provide these details by this date may result in an inability to cater for your requirements
• In most cases DealsAway can cater for special dietary requirements but please note that on occasion, this may not be possible due to location, lack of availability of ingredients, and other extenuating circumstances. It is always advised to carry supplies with you
  
  

Transfers

• You will be collected from the airport in Tokyo and taken back to the airport in Kyoto. All tickets for inter-city travel will be provided, but local transport is at your own cost. 
  
  

Documentation

• Any applicable pre-trip or tour documentation will be emailed to you prior to travelling. Should you have any queries regarding this please feel free to contact us directly via email at support@dealsaway.com
  
  

DealsAway savings

• The value and comparative savings have been determined based on published rack rates and the value of inclusions. Please be advised that rack rates may not be reflective of actual rates being charged, dependent on the timing and manner of your booking and therefore are only indicative of the level of saving
  
  

Itinerary amendments & changes

• Occasionally our itineraries are updated prior to departure to incorporate improvements stemming from past travellers’ feedback as well as updates from our ground operators. Please note that while we operate successful tours in this region throughout the year, some changes may be necessary due to inclement weather, public holidays, common seasonal changes to timetables and transport routes, and unforeseen circumstances. This can happen with little notice so please be prepared for modifications to the route. The order and timing of included activities may also vary from time to time
  
  

Availability

• All DealsAway trips are available on a request-only basis and are subject to availability. Once booked you should receive a payment confirmation and receipt via email, followed by a booking confirmation normally within 72hrs of making a booking, sometimes this can take a little longer subject to supplier delay
• If you have not received your confirmation within 5 business days of payment confirmation please contact us immediately by email at support@dealsaway.com
• In the event that your trip is unavailable on the dates you have chosen, we will contact you by telephone to advise the next available dates
  
  

Surcharges

• Any prices quoted exclude specific costs/measures which may be introduced at a later stage as a result of Government changes due to COVID-19 health and safety restrictions. DealsAway will inform its guests of these changes as soon as possible, these additional charges will be passed on by DealsAway to the guest
  
  

AMENDMENTS & CHANGES

Name change or corrections

• Name corrections may incur a fee
• Name changes are not permitted
• After bookings are fully paid, any amendment has to be requested in writing and incurs a $69 fee per person from our supplier, plus any additional costs and administrative expenses incurred in arranging the amendment
  
  

Date changes

• Date changes are not permitted
  
  

Refunds

• Please refer to our booking conditions for all information on refunds
  
  

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