Duration(in days): 4
From: Tokyo, Japan
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See more ideas for: Japan
Experience the bright lights and exciting surroundings in the Japanese capital of Tokyo! One of the world's most fascinating cities Tokyo is a captivating blend of old and new, check out the electronics district for the most up to date technology before heading to the old town of Asakusa where you will spot Japanese Geisha's going about their daily business alongside Tokyo's oldest Buddhist temple.
Home to 12 million Tokyoites, this city never sleeps - from the expats and revellers in Roppongi to the Tsukiji Fish Market open from 4:30am, this place has the traditional and the modern all wrapped up in one bright, neon package!
On arrival into Tokyo airport you will be met at the airport and driven to your hotel where you'll check into your hotel for a 3 night stay, then enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.
You have two days to explore Tokyo, and your time is sure to fly by. Why not start in Tsukiji Outer Market, which is always bustling, as visitors and locals come to enjoy delicious food and shop for traditional ingredients? It’s a great spot to grab a snack before heading over to the 400-year-old Zojoji Temple. Sitting next to the Tokyo Tower, the temple is a great place to get a glimpse of Japan’s ancient history and modern architecture side by side.
You can also enjoy a bowl of ramen for lunch before spending the afternoon discovering the serene beauty of Hie Shrine, a quiet haven in the bustling district of Akasaka. Statues of mythical creatures guard the shrine, which sits at the top of several escalators (a modern addition!). The shrine is famous for the 90 bright red tori gates that divide the human world and the spirit world, as well as being a doorway to a place where the gods can hear our prayers. It’s an extraordinary place to visit, so take your time.
Now your stopover is coming to an end – check out and take a shuttle bus transfer back to the airport for your onward flight. Hopefully this little trip will leave you with a passion to return and explore further!
Our itineraries are tailor-made to give you an idea of some of the possibilities in this vast country! For you this means there are no date or time restraints as you are travelling independently. We have the flexibility to tailor your trip around exactly what you enjoy so let us know your dates, what you like doing and where you like staying, and we will do the rest!