Overview
Immerse yourself in Japan's cultural heart. Stay in a high-end authentic ryokan, walk through infinite bamboo groves, and participate in an exclusive private tea ceremony with a geiko.
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Itinerary
Welcome to Kyoto
Arrival via Shinkansen. Transfer to your luxury Ryokan. Evening traditional Kaiseki welcome dinner.
Golden Pavilion & Gardens
Visit Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion) and Ryoan-ji rock garden before the crowds arrive. Afternoon meditation session.
Arashiyama Serenity
Private rickshaw tour through the Bamboo Grove. Visit Tenryu-ji temple and enjoy a traditional tofu lunch.
Fushimi Inari Pathways
Early morning hike through the thousands of vermilion torii gates at Fushimi Inari Shrine. Sake tasting in the afternoon.
Gion & Geisha Heritage
Evening walking tour of Gion district, capped with an exclusive private tea ceremony and performance by a geiko.
Nara Excursion
Day trip to Nara to see the giant Buddha at Todai-ji and interact with the free-roaming sacred deer.
Farewell
Final Japanese breakfast and transfer to the station for departure.
Book this Journey
Inclusions
- 6 Nights Luxury Ryokan Accommodation
- Bullet Train (Shinkansen) Passes
- Private Tea Ceremony in Gion
- Arashiyama Bamboo Grove Rickshaw Tour
- Kaiseki Multi-course Dinners
Prices are per person, twin share. Speak to our advisors for single supplements and custom dates.