16 Sep 2026
<p><ul class="no-image"><li><span>Optional airport transfer<br></span></li><li><span>Overnight in Shanghai</span></li></ul></p>
17 Sep 2026
<p><ul class="no-image"><li><span>Visit the famous Yu Yuan Garden and Bazaar<br></span></li><li><span>Discover the Jade Buddha Temple, home to two jade Buddha statues from Burma<br></span></li><li><span>Enjoy a local dumpling lunch<br></span></li><li><span>Experience stunning city views from the Shanghai Tower, the second-highest building in the world<br></span></li><li><span>Stroll along the French Concession and the Bund<br></span></li><li><span>Overnight in Shanghai</span></li></ul></p>
18 Sep 2026
<p><ul class="no-image"><li><span>Taste Shanghai’s famous Xiaolongbao at a local dumpling eatery<br></span></li><li><span>Explore quaint neighborhoods with hidden restaurants and trendy spots<br></span></li><li><span>Savor Shanghai’s signature Pork Belly dish, prepared over a full day<br></span></li><li><span>Enjoy fresh, locally made desserts featuring mango, sago cream, and pomelo<br></span></li><li><span>Experience Shanghai’s growing micro-brewery scene at a cozy street-side taphouse<br></span></li><li><span>Overnight in Shanghai</span></li></ul></p>
19 Sep 2026
<p><ul class="no-image"><li><span>High-speed train to Hangzhou<br></span></li><li><span>Head to West Lake to explore its pavilions and hear the Legend of White Snake (choose between a cruise or a small boat ride for a leisurely time on the water)<br></span></li><li><span>Visit the vibrant fish of the Flower Pond<br></span></li><li><span>Explore the Longjing tea fields<br></span></li><li><span>Enjoy a local lunch with tea<br></span></li><li><span>At the Lingyin Temple, learn about the Buddhist culture<br></span></li><li><span>Return to Shanghai<br></span></li><li><span>Overnight in Shanghai</span></li></ul></p>
20 Sep 2026
<p><ul class="no-image"><li><span>Transfer to Shanghai airport<br></span></li><li><span>Flight to Tokyo (included)<br></span></li><li><span>Transfer to your hotel in Tokyo<br></span></li><li><span>Overnight in Tokyo</span></li></ul></p>
21 Sep 2026
<p><ul class="no-image"><li><span>Begin your walking tour at Tokyo Station and head to the beautiful gardens of the Imperial Palace<br></span></li><li><span>Enjoy the Imperial Palace Gardens and admire the Nijubashi Bridge from a distance<br></span></li><li><span>Head to the Asakusa neighborhood<br></span></li><li><span>Pass Nakamise-dori street on your way to Senso-ji Temple<br></span></li><li><span>Visit the famous Senso-ji Temple<br></span></li><li><span>Free time for lunch<br></span></li><li><span>Visit the Meiji Jingu Shrine - the most famous Shinto shrine<br></span></li><li><span>Check out the colorful and vibrant Harajuku district<br></span></li><li><span>In the commercial ward of Shibuya, see the famous Shibuya Crossing</span></li></ul></p>
22 Sep 2026
<p><ul class="no-image"><li><span>Visit the Tsukiji Hongwan-ji Temple to observe the purification ritual<br></span></li><li><span>Start your food tour by exploring the Tsukiji Outer Market<br></span></li><li><span>Stop at different vendors and sample an array of foods<br></span></li><li><span>Enjoy several tastings of traditional foods, like seafood and savory meat<br></span></li><li><span>End at the Namiyoke Shrine, a guardian site for Tsukiji’s merchants</span></li></ul></p>
23 Sep 2026
<p><ul class="no-image"><li><span>Head to Oishi Park to enjoy views of Lake Kawaguchi & Mount Fuji<br></span></li><li><span>Visit Arakura-Fuji Sengen Shrine<br></span></li><li><span>Reach the 5th Station for epic views of Mount Fuji<br></span></li><li><span>Taste the fresh water of the natural ponds at Oshino Hakkai<br></span></li><li><span>Overnight in Tokyo</span></li></ul></p>
24 Sep 2026
<p><ul class="no-image"><li><span>Tour the Nikko Toshogu Shrine, including the Three Wise Monkeys<br></span></li><li><span>Stop at Kegon Falls, one of Japan’s top 3 waterfalls<br></span></li><li><span>Drive through Irohazaka Winding Road<br></span></li><li><span>Walk around Lake Chuzenji<br></span></li><li><span>Overnight in Tokyo</span></li></ul></p>
25 Sep 2026
<p><ul class="no-image"><li><span>Take a bullet train to Kyoto<br></span></li><li><span>Wander the famous Pontocho Alley<br></span></li><li><span>See the Statue of Izumo-no-Okuni and learn how she popularized kabuki<br></span></li><li><span>Enter Gion - the geisha district - and admire the culture and tea houses<br></span></li><li><span>Quick stop at Gion Corner<br></span></li><li><span>Discover the Yasaka Shrine<br></span></li><li><span>Stroll down Hanamikoji Street<br></span></li><li><span>Overnight in Kyoto</span></li></ul></p>
26 Sep 2026
<p><ul class="no-image"><li><span>Walk through the world-famous Arashiyama Bamboo Forest<br></span></li><li><span>Visit the Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine<br></span></li><li><span>See the Golden Pavilion (Kinkaku-ji Temple)<br></span></li><li><span>Arrive in Nara and explore Nara Park<br></span></li><li><span>Visit the sacred Todai-ji Temple<br></span></li><li><span>Overnight in Kyoto</span></li></ul></p>
27 Sep 2026
<p><ul class="no-image"><li><span>Train to Osaka<br></span></li><li><span>Wander the entertainment district of Namba & Dotonbori<br></span></li><li><span>See the Hozenji Temple – dating back to the 17th century<br></span></li><li><span>Visit the vibrant and lively Kuromon Ichiba Market<br></span></li><li><span>Explore the neighborhoods of Shinsekai<br></span></li><li><span>Marvel at the beautiful Osaka Castle<br></span></li><li><span>Walk through the famous Shinsaibashi shopping district and Nipponbashi<br></span></li><li><span>Train back to Kyoto<br></span></li><li><span>Overnight in Kyoto</span></li></ul></p>
28 Sep 2026
<p><ul class="no-image"><li><span>Optional airport transfer to Kansai Airport, or train to Tokyo city center</span></li></ul></p>
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