Japan Express 8 Days - USA Departure


Osaka - Nara - Kyoto - Mt Fuji - Tokyo

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price starts at:
U$4,199.00+ U$5,199.00

  • Tour Code: USJE08
  • Days: 8 Day(s)
  • Departing From: New York (all airports) Los Angeles Las Vegas San Francisco Toronto Land Only Boston Chicago Seattle Houston Washington, D.C. Detroit Denver Dallas Phoenix Philadelphia Miami San Diego San Antonio Portland Oregon Atlanta Austin Charlotte Memphis Oklahoma City Milwaukee Sacramento San Jose Orlando Fort Lauderdale New Orleans Honolulu
  • Highlights:

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    ☆ Admire the elegant landmark of Osaka Castle Garden.
    ☆ Marvel at the deer of Nara Deer Park as they frolic in the open.
    ☆ Appreciate Yasaka Shrine which was founded in Kyoto over 1350 years ago.
    ☆ Enjoy a walk in the most exclusive and well-known geisha district, Gion.
    ☆ Ascend the magnificent Mt Fuji of the worlds" most popular UNESCO World Heritage sites.
    ☆ Stay Three Nights In Tokyo.



  • Service Language: English
  • Better to Book Before: 30 Day(s)
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OVERVIEW

ALL PRICES ARE IN USD

DEPOSIT POLICY:

Full Payment is Required at the Time of Booking.

Optional program and Upgrades:

Since the seats are limited, we recommend you to choose optional and extension programs at the time of booking.

Group Size:

 10 - 40 Each Departure Date.

Meal Plan:

☆ Breakfast Package( Day3-8):: USD 199/Person. 

Silver Flight Package:

☆ If your departure city has indirect flight(s) with only one stop/layover to connect your destination country gateway, we guarantee to provide you with flight with only one stop/layover to your destination country gateway if you select such package early enough before we issue the tickets: USD 399/Person. 

Gold Flight Package:

☆ If your departure city has regular direct flight(s) to connect your destination country gateway, we guarantee to provide you with a non-stop flight to your destination country gateway if you select such package early enough before we issue the tickets: USD 699/Person.

Upgrade To Business Class:( Before Final Payment)

 (Only Available For USA -- Asia International Round Trip) Cost Extra USD 6000/Person.

HIGHLIGHTS:
☆ Admire the elegant landmark of Osaka Castle Garden.
☆ Marvel at the deer of Nara Deer Park as the frolic in the open.
☆ Appreciate Yasaka Shrine which was founded in Kyoto over 1350 years ago.
☆ Enjoy a walk in the most exclusive and well-known geisha district, Gion.
☆ Climb the magnificent Mt Fuji of the worlds" most popular UNESCO World Heritage sites.
☆ Stay Three Nights In Tokyo.

*Late March to early April is historically the best time to view cherry blossoms, but we can’t guarantee that they will flower on these dates as they are highly seasonal and subject to climatic conditions.
*From June to August, it is the best time to view fresh spring greens and enjoy the warm climate.
*The end of Oct through early Nov is the best time to see crimson leaves in Autumn.
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ITINERARY

Day 1: USA/CANADA - OSAKA

Fly to Osaka from USA/Canada.

**depends on your departure city, you may have to depart from your departure city 1 day earlier than the itinerary departure date. 

Day 2: OSAKA ARRIVAL

Upon arrival at Osaka Airport; Find your own transportation to your hotel【Hotel Shuttle Bus】 or you can choose the optional private airport pick up service ($120 / Person--Minimum to 2 ppl ). Osaka is the second-largest city in Japan, Osaka has the nickname "Tenka no Daidokoro" (the Nation"s Kitchen) thanks to its reputation as a culinary paradise, so be sure to sample some local cuisine.

*Please note that while we are doing our best to accommodate early arrivals, hotel check-in time is generally not before 3:00 pm. Baggage storage can be arranged at the hotel. Take the rest of the day to rest up.

Day 3: OSAKA - NARA - KYOTO

Visit the famous landmark Osaka Castle Garden. Surrounded by greenery, the garden commands a beautiful view of the castle tower and the stone wall of a moat. Enjoy free time in Shinsaibashi, the premier shopping area in Osaka. Around 600 meters long, it’s filled with trendy boutiques, retail chains, and luxury department stores like Daimaru, UniQlo, H&M, Bulgari, and Zara. Crossing the street and out of the covered arcade, you’ll walk into this open area and see that large Glico man sign. That’s when you know you’re in Dotnobori. Originally installed in 1935, the giant Glico Man is Dotonbori’s most iconic landmark. It’s a symbol for the Glico candy company, makers of caramel candy, and Pocky.


Make your way to Nara, a city shrouded in legend and thronged with significant sites. Make a special visit to Nara Deer Park, home to the freely roaming deer. Considered in Shinto to be messengers of the gods, Nara"s nearly 1200 deer have become a symbol of the city and have even been designated as a natural treasure. Nara"s deer are surprisingly tame, although they can be aggressive if they think you will feed them. Deer crackers are for sale around the park, and some deer have learned to bow to visitors to ask to be fed.


In the afternoon drive to Kyoto and visit Yasaka Shrine and Gion. Yasaka is a Shinto Shrine (jinja) located in the heart of the famous district of Gion in Kyoto. In fact, it so much is that you can also refer to it as the "Gion Shrine", its former name. Built during the seventh century, it was modified in the seventeenth to reach its present form. Yasaka-Jinja is dedicated to Susano, the god of the oceans, one of the Japanese mythology protagonists.


The shrine is located east of the district, at the end of Shijo-Dori shopping avenue. Yasaka-Jinja is particularly famous for hosting the path of the famous Gion Matsuri every summer in July, as well as celebrations of new year"s eve. The Japanese also go through Yasaka during April to get to Maruyama Park, in order to attend Ohanami (sakura cherry blossoms).

Day 4: KYOTO

Today you will be free at your own leisure to explore this historical city. Alternatively, you can join an optional in-depth tour of Kyoto. 


Recommended Options:

Kyoto City In-Depth Tours【USD 159 Per Person】:


Highlights:

Arashiyama Bamboo Forest

Fushimi Inari

Day 5: KYOTO - TOKYO

Enjoy your journey back to Tokyo via the Tomei Expressway (470KM, appx. 6.5 hours). Alternatively, you can join an optional train ride to Tokyo on the "Shinkansen" - Japanese Bullet Train & half-day Tokyo city tour.


Recommended Options:

The Shinkansen Experience & Tokyo City Excursion【USD 249 Per Person】:


After arrival in Tokyo, Enjoy an orientation tour of Tokyo. First visit Meiji Shrine, a key Shinto religious site that was dedicated to the Imperial Family in 1926. Walk around the serene gardens that surround the shrine as you listen to more details about its importance from your guide. Then visit Nakamise Shopping Street, a brightly-colored thoroughfare of food vendors and souvenir stores that leads to Asakusa Kannon Temple (Senso-Ji), one of Japan’s most important Buddhist sites. Stay with your guide as you check out the elaborate gardens, architecture, and shrines that surround the site.

Day 6: TOKYO

Enjoy a free day in Tokyo to explore this dynamic capital city, where over 11 million people live, making the population one of the largest in the world. Alternatively, you may want to join an optional tour:


Recommended Options:

Tokyo City Highlight Tours【USD 159 Per Person】:


Highlights:

Imperial Palace

Tsukiji Fish Market

Akihabara

Shibuya Crossing

Day 7: TOKYO

Free day at leisure. Alternatively, you can join a Full Day optional tour to sightseeing the Mt. Fuji, Japan"s highest and most revered mountain.


Recommended Options:

Mount Fuji Excursion【USD 199 Per Person】:


Highlights:

Mt. Fuji 5th Station

Oshino Hakkai

Lake Yamanakako Cruise


Mt. Fuji 5th Station: The bus will head up to the Mt. Fuji 5th Station along the Subaru Line. The 5th Station is situated at 2,300 meters (7,546 ft) above sea level. At this height, participants will be amazed at spectacular; breathtaking views from above the clouds.

Oshino Hakkai: It is a touristy set of eight ponds in Oshino, a small village in the Fuji Five Lake region, located between Lake Kawaguchiko and Lake Yamanakako on the site of a former sixth lake that dried out several hundred years ago. The eight ponds are fed by snowmelt from the slopes of nearby Mount Fuji that filters down the mountain through porous layers of lava for over 80 years, resulting in very clear spring water that is revered by the locals.

Lake Yamanakako is part of the Fuji Goko, five lakes sitting around the base of Mt. Fuji. Covering some 6.57 square kilometers, it"s the largest of the five lakes and is also the closest to Mt. Fuji. The area surrounding the lake affords beautiful views of Mt. Fuji which is why it attracts so many visitors every year. One way of enjoying the lake is by a cruise. Lake Yamanakako has uniquely shaped boats from which passengers can enjoy views of Mt. Fuji. Today, you will board the Lake Yamanakako Pleasure Boat - "Swan Lake" to enjoy a leisurely cruise aboard a swan-shaped boat. The boat"s interior has a warm wood-grain color scheme. and the on-deck seating is popular and allows riders to catch the pleasant lake breeze.

Day 8: DEPART FROM TOKYO

Today, passengers will take their own transportation to the Airport concluding your unforgettable journey of Japan or you can choose the optional private airport drop off service ( $120 / Person--Minimum to 2 ppl ). Please note: the Hotel room check-out time is 11:00 AM, later check out is available for an additional cost. 


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Included:

1) Round-trip international flight from Los Angeles to Japan for NO additional charge

The following departure cities are available for an additional charge:

Additional U$500/person
San Francisco / San Jose / Seattle 
Additional U$500/person
Oklahoma City / Phoenix / Portland (OR) / Sacramento / San Antonio / San Diego / Las Vegas
Additional U$700/person

New York / Atlanta / Charlotte / Detroit / Memphis / Miami / Orlando / Fort Lauderdale / Milwaukee / Austin / Dallas / Denver / Philadelphia / Washington D.C. / Boston / Chicago / Houston

Land-only package without round-trip international flight ticket: minus U$200/person

2) Ground transportation between the cities ( BY BUS )

3) Hand-picked 3-star hotel accommodations 

4) Sightseeing admission fees as listed on the agenda

5) Food as specified on the itinerary (B-breakfast L-lunch D-dinner X-no meal) 

Please note that if the flight for your tour is during the lunch or dinner time, your meal will be served on board by the airline.

6) Special cultural programs as specified in the schedule

7) Professional English speaking local tour expert

8) All tax and fuel surcharge

Excluded:

1. Travel insurance

2. Any personal expenses

3. Tour Extensions and Optional program

4. A Mandatory Service Charges & Tipping of USD$190/person is required and payable by Credit Card Before Your Final Payment Due Date.

5. Single supplement $799.  (*Our tour price is based on double occupancy and if a single passenger is traveling solo and not sharing room with any roommate for the entire trip, a single supplement fee is charged. If a passenger shares a room with travel partner(s) on the tour, such fee is waived.)

Optional Features

Optional Program: 【*Minimum guarantee of 10 ppl

Silver Flight Package: If your departure city has indirect flight(s) with only one stop/layover to connect your destination country gateway, we guarantee to provide you with flight with only one stop/layover to your destination country gateway if you select such package early enough before we issue the tickets: USD 299/Person. 

Gold Flight Package: If your departure city has regular direct flight(s) to connect your destination country gateway, we guarantee to provide you with a non-stop flight to your destination country gateway if you select such package early enough before we issue the tickets: USD 699/Person. 

- Private Airport Pick Up / Drop Off Service: USD 120/ person/Ride (Minimum To 2 PP)

Breakfast Package( Day3-8): USD 199 Per Person 


- Kyoto City In-Depth Tours [ $159 Per Person ]  

Fushimi Inari-Taisha Shrine Tour with a National Licensed Guide in ...


- The Shinkansen Experience & Tokyo City Excursion [ $249 Per Person ] Click here for details


 

Tokyo City Highlight Tours [ $159 Per Person ] 

     

 

Mount Fuji Excursion [ $199 Per Person ] 


Stay Like A Local-Extensions:-(Choose before the trip):

1) Tokyo 1 Nights Hotel and flight extension 

                 Price: $399

                 Single Supplement: $399

                 Included:

                 *Air Ticket change fee & fare difference from the original itinerary

                 *3-4 star hotel accommodations with daily ABF

2) Tokyo 2 Nights Hotel and flight extension

                 Price: $599 

                 Single Supplement: $599

                 Included:

                 *Air Ticket change fee & fare difference from the original itinerary

                 *3-4 star hotel accommodations with daily ABF

3) Return Flight Extension-3 DAYS

                 Price: $299

                 Included:

                 *Air Ticket change fee & fare difference from the original itinerary

4) Return Flight Extension-5 DAYS

                 Price: $399

                 Included:

                 *Air Ticket change fee & fare difference from the original itinerary

5) Return Flight Extension: 6-20 DAYS (Drop Off Service Not included)

                 Price: USD 499 /person

                 Included:

                 *Air Ticket change fee & fare difference from the original itinerary

                 *Please note the exact departure date may be selected at a later point prior to final payment or you may specify your preferred return date in the "Remark" Column.

6) Return Flight Extension: 6-60 DAYS (Drop Off Service Not included)  (Depart from other Asian Cities)

                 Price: USD 599 /person

                 Included:

                 *Return flight from Tokyo / Seoul / Taipei / Hong Kong / Beijing / Shanghai / Manila / Singapore / Kuala Lumpur / Ho Chi Minh City / Phnom Penh / Bangkok / Phuket

                 *Air Ticket change fee & fare difference from the original itinerary

                 *Please note the exact departure date or return city may be selected at a later point prior to final payment or you may specify your preferred return date in the "Remark" Column.

Visa

【JAPAN DOES NOT REQUIRE A VISA FOR USA, CANADA & MEXICO PASSPORT HOLDERS.】 


Visit the "IATA Travel Centre" for detailed information on country-specific passport, visa and health requirements:

https://www.iatatravelcentre.com/passport-visa-health-travel-document-requirements.htm


More about Travel Documents

*It is your responsibility to ensure that you- and any child travelling with you- have all the valid travel documents necessary to enter in, exit from or transit through, each country/region on your itinerary. Note that the documents required for the outbound portion of your travel may differ from those required for the return.

*Your passport should be valid for six months beyond your date of return. Passport must be in good condition: passport damaged beyond normal wear and tear will not be accepted.

*Consult with the appropriate embassy, high commission or consulate about the travel document requirement for any country that you plan to enter in, exit from or transit through.

*Some country no longer issue paper visas but rather electronic visas. E-Visa holders must present the printed e-Visa and valid passport at the checkpoint.

*International travel with infants and children may be required to show documentary evidence of your relationship and a Letter Consent or permission for the child’s travel from the parent(s) or legal guardian not present.

*Americans holding dual citizenship must travel to the United States with a valid U.S. passport. American permanent residents returning to the United States from abroad must carry a valid passport and a valid U.S. Permanent Resident Card (Green Card).

*Canadians holding dual citizenship must travel to Canada with a valid Canadian passport. Canadian permanent residents returning Canada from abroad must carry a valid passport and a valid Canadian Permanent Resident Card (PR Card).




Hotels & Flights

Hotels:

Osaka: Karaksa Spring Hotel Kansai Air Gate / Izumisano Center Hotel Kansai International Airport or similar

Kyoto: Heian No Mori Kyoto / Ariston Hotel Kyoto / S Peria Hotel Kyoto / Hotel MyStays Kyoto-Shijo / Kyoto Yamashina Hotel Sanraku or similar

Tokyo: APA Hotel & Resort Tokyo Bay Makuhari or similar

International Air:

 (*UTOvacation reserve the right to confirm the airlines below)

  ☆ United Airline:

  ☆ American Airline:

  ☆ Delta Airline:

  ☆ Air China:

  ☆ Air Canada:

  ☆ Hainan Airlines:

  ☆ China Eastern Airlines:

  ☆ Cathy Pacific Airlines;

  ☆ China Southern Airlines;

  ☆ Xiamen Airlines;

  ☆ Beijing Capital Airlines;

  ☆ Sichuan Airlines;

  ☆ Hongkong Airline:

  ☆ Eva Air:


Remark: 

1) We reserve the right to modify the itinerary if necessary subject to the local conditions.

2) Guaranteed departure with minimum 10 travelers.

3) Price subject to change at the time of reservation.

4) For travelers under 12 years old are as follow:

Child between 2-11 
years old with bed
Infant under 2 years old
100% of 
adult tour fare

We don"t suggest people bring Infants under 2 years old to participate on this tour 

5) Tour fare is based on American/Canadian adults (non-student group), twin share.

6)The hotels listed in the itinerary are subject to change and may be substituted with a similar category hotel without prior notice, if unavailable. Multi-carriers/airlines are used for the group tour airfare. Once the group tickets are issued the airline information may be released by the group ticketing department about 30 days prior to trip departure. Uto vacation can reserve the right to issue tickets without prior notice.

7) For Travel Visa service: 

* If you choose UTO’s Visa Application Service with your booking, we will contact you by email about 60-120 days prior to trip departure for your visa application. Please call 1-855-526-1286 for more information. 

* Please note: A final trip confirmation will be sent to the main contact passenger via email one month prior to departure that includes a day-by-day itinerary, hotel information, and flight information. If acquiring a visa on your own, the supporting documents will be provided from UTOvacation one month prior to the trip departure date. Supporting documents requested early are subject to a $50 administration fee.

8) Any deviations to other destinations and/or extensions are subject to a $150 change fee, plus any air fare difference---please call 1-855-526-1286 for detail information.

9) Reservation changes: changes to an existing reservation, whatever the cause, will incur a $100 per person charge plus any additional supplier fees. This includes name changes* and removal of any services such as optional tours and transfers. *Please note that name changes to airline reservations are subject to full cancellation and re-booking. See airline name changes section for specific information. Replacing a traveling passenger with another traveling passenger constitutes a cancellation, subject to cancellation penalties, and is not covered by this reservation changes policy. Changes or additions after departure are subject to local rates at the time of amendment and must be paid directly by the passenger to the service provider. There are no refunds for unused services.

10) Please note that if the flight for your tour is during the lunch or dinner time, your meal will be served on board by the airline.

11) All tour extension & optional programs require a minimum of 10 participants to commence. UTOvacation reserve the rights to cancel the tour extension without prior notice. In the instance of cancellation, the tour extension or optional tours shall be refunded.

12) This tour requires some walking during sightseeing. Handicap facilities are not up to the North American standard. We ask all passengers to be careful of the small steps in the old shrines and temples.