Explore two ancient nations in 18 well-packed days on this unique journey that takes you from the epic lengths of the Great Wall of China to the poetic views of Mt Fuji. You’ll face an army of Terracotta Warriors for an historical encounter you won’t soon forget and spend nights in a traditional ryokan and a shukubo temple lodging for an authentic Japanese experience. Our CEOs will take you off the beaten track to reveal the cultural treasures of the region’s ancient sites.
What’s Included
Great Wall excursion and entrance (Beijing). Tiananmen Square and Forbidden City guided tour. Terracotta Warriors excursion (Xi’an). Master of the Nets Garden visit (Suzhou). Shanghai orientation walk. Sea Ferry journey. Overnight in a temple on Mt Koya with traditional meals. Hiroshima Peace Park and Museum visit. Miyajima excursion with floating Torii Gate visit. Nijo Castle and gardens visit (Kyoto). Kinaku-ji Golden Pavilion visit. Daisen-in Temple and Zen garden visit. Mt Owakudani cable car ride (Hakone). Lake Ashino-ko boat ride. Traditional ryokan stay with kaiseki meal. Japan Rail (JR) pass (7-day). Internal flight. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.
4 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 2 dinners. (Allow USD400-590 for meals not included.)
Hotels (12 nts), sleeper train (1 nt), ferry (2 nts, multi-share), mountain monastery (1 nt), Japanese-style ryokan accommodation with hot springs (1 nt).
Train, local bus, air-con bus, sea ferry, boat, walking, plane, bullet train.
Chief Experience Officer (CEO) throughout except on ferry from China to Japan, local guides.
Small group experience; Max 15, avg 12