Japan Golden Route, 11 night tour from R153 570 pps - land only

Delight in a night at a traditional ryokan in Hakone, complete with an exquisite dinner and breakfast, and soak in the natural hot springs. Journey to Takayama for two nights in a Japanese room at Hidatei Hanaougi, where daily breakfasts and dinners offer a taste of authentic Japanese hospitality. Discover the cultural riches of Kanazawa with a half-day guided tour, and revel in the elegance of Kyoto with three nights at The Gate Hotel Kyoto Takasegawa, featuring a full-day highlights tour and a free day to explore at your leisure.

Return airport transfers on the first and last day of your tour Four nights' accommodation in a standard/queen room at the Park Hotel Tokyo with daily breakfast One night's accommodation in a Japanese room at Ichinoyu Honkan in Hakone with dinner and breakfast Two nights' accommodation in a Japanese room at Hidatei Hanaougi in Takayama with daily breakfast and dinner One night's accommodation in a standard room at ANA Crowne Plaza Kanazawa with breakfast Three nights' accommodation in a classy king/twin room at The Gate Hotel Kyoto Takasegawa with daily breakfast Admission fees, transportation and licensed English-speaking guides Tour insurance, service charges and any government taxes

Tour itinerary: - Day 1: Arrive Tokyo - Day 2: Tokyo full-day tour - Day 3: Free day in Tokyo - Day 4: Free day in Tokyo - Day 5: Hakone full-day tour - Day 6: Journey to Takayama - Day 7: Takayama full-day tour - Day 8: Journey to Kanazawa - Day 9: Kanazawa half-day tour - Day 10: Kyoto highlights full-day tour - Day 11: Free day in Kyoto - Day 12: Depart Osaka

** Excludes flights, visas, travel insurance, tips and gratuities, meals and drinks not specified, and anything of a personal nature not mentioned above. Prices start from the advertised price and are based on a per-person rate, sharing a double room, unless otherwise stated. Advanced purchases, peak season surcharges, block-out periods and minimum stay conditions may apply. Prices are subject to change due to airfare increases, currency fluctuations, and availability. Terms and Conditions apply.