
Explore the Japanese Alps
Discover this lesser known region
Using your Japan Rail Pass, gaze at the picturesque landscapes as you travel by bus and train between destinations on this tour of the Japanese Alps. Uncover the delights of Matsumoto and Takayama, discover the traditional Gasshou-zukuri farmhouses in Shirakawago, and typical Samurai dwellings in Kanazawa.
YOUR TOUR ITINERARY
Explore the Japanese Alps
6 day Tour Itinerary
An overview of your trip
DAY 1 Tokyo to Matsumoto
Take a train to Matsumoto. Perhaps visit the splendid castle in the afternoon.
- Transport: Train
DAY 2 Matsumoto to Takayama
Catch a bus to Takayama, located in the mountainous Gifu prefecture.
- Meals included: Breakfast
- Transport: Bus
DAY 3 Takayama
Day at leisure with an opportunity to explore Takayama independently. Maybe discover Takayama-Jinya, Hida Takayama Matsuri no Mori and the interesting Kamisannomachi Street.
- Meals included: Breakfast
DAY 4 Takayama to Shirakawago to Kanazawa
Travel by bus to Shirakawago. Explore this UNESCO World Heritage Site, famous for the traditional Gasshou-zukuri farmhouses which are more than 250 years old. From Shirakawago, take a bus to Kanazawa.
- Meals included: Breakfast
DAY 5 Kanazawa
Day at leisure. Opportunity to explore Kanazawa at your own leisure. You may wish to wander around the renowned Kenrokuen Garden, visit the fascinating Kanazawa Museum or stroll through the charming old district to see the traditional Samurai houses.
- Meals included: Breakfast
DAY 6 Kanazawa to Tokyo
- Meals included: Breakfast
- Transport: Train
Optional Extras - Cultural Experiences
There is some free time in your itinerary for you to explore on your own, or treat yourself to an excursion. Use the links below to create a to-do list, or, if you’d prefer us to book you onto one of these or any other excursions, please let us know when booking your tour.
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Be a sumo wrestler for a day! Learn from the Sumo wrestlers about the history, practice and the tournaments. Try on a Sumo costume and challenge a Sumo wrestler to a match. Enjoy the traditional and symbolic meal Chanko-nabe.
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Japan: Tokyo Tsukiji Outer Fish Market
Visit the Tsukiji Outer market and enjoy a fresh sushi breakfast from one of the many restaurants or food stands.
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Sample Accommodation
Your holiday details
Japan: Explore the Japanese Alps
from£1,075
What's included:
- Accommodation
- Meals as stated
- Transfers as stated
- Personal Spending
- Travel Insurance
- International flights
The deposit for these arrangements is £300 per person. Balance is due 12 weeks before departure.
Please call 020 8543 8133 for more information or to make a booking.
When making an enquiry or reservation we will request your contact details, however no payment will be required at this stage. We will contact you for payment details and to confirm your booking, your details and the details of those travelling with you along with any extras you’d like to add.
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