The Essence of China & Japan 16-Day Heritage Discovery Tour is designed for travelers seeking an immersive blend of ancient traditions, modern marvels, culinary encounters, and cultural experiences across two of Asia’s most captivating countries. Beginning in the bustling metropolis of Tokyo, the journey leads you through the scenic landscapes of Hakone, the cultural heart of Kyoto and Nara, and then on to China’s golden triangle - Beijing, Xi’an, and Shanghai.This itinerary includes exclusive premium experiences, such as a sushi-making workshop, matcha ceremony, kimono dressing, Emperor’s Tour at the Forbidden City, hands-on Terracotta Warrior crafting, and authentic Chinese dumpling cooking. Your accommodations in carefully selected 4-star hotels ensure comfort and convenience, while private transfers and curated excursions provide a seamless luxury experience.
Package Details
Hotels
Transfer
Sightseeing
Meals
Package Details
36 Sightseeing
Breakfast
Guided Tours
All Transfers
Day 1 - Arrival in Tokyo
Upon arrival in Toky Hotel century southern toweo, your private driver welcomes you and transfers you to the Hotel. Spend the rest of the day relaxing or exploring the city’s vibrant surroundings at your leisure.
Transfer from Airport/Station to Hotel: Private Basis
Day 2 - Tokyo City Highlights
Day 3 - Culinary & Garden Experiences in Tokyo
Day 4 - Travel from Tokyo to Hakone
Day 5 - Full Hakone Exploration
Day 6 - Shinkansen Journey to Kyoto
Day 7 - Kyoto’s Cultural Treasures
Day 8 - Kyoto - Nara - Kyoto
Day 9 - Kyoto to Osaka - Flight to Beijing
Day 10 - Beijing - Imperial Wonders
Day 11 - Beijing - Temple & Great Wall
Day 12 - Beijing to Xi’an by High-Speed Train
Day 13 - Xi’an - Terracotta Army Immersion
Day 14 - Xi’an to Shanghai + Cultural Highlights
Day 15 - Shanghai Icons & Customized Discovery
Day 16 - Departure from Shanghai
Inclusions
- Entrance fees: To scenic spots as listed in the itinerary.
- Meals: All meals as specified in the itinerary. If the restaurant indicated is not available on the day, your guide will arrange another restaurant from our list of approved restaurants.
- Private Transfers: Transfers between airports, railway stations, hotels and scenic spots list in the itinerary by private airconditioned vehicle with a driver and English-speaking guide (as listed above).
- Luggage Transfers: Between airports/railway stations/cruise piers and hotels.
- Guide: As outlined in the itinerary; a local English-speaking guide and driver will be provided in each city. Our full day private tour packages provide a guide and van for a maximum of 8 hours.
- Hotels listed in the itinerary (or similar level):
- Please note double bed room is on request basis which is subject to Hotel's availability and re-confirmation upon check-in.
- All rooms are air-conditioned with private facilities unless specified.
- Hotel prices are based on double occupancy.
- Hotel check-in is usually available at 12 noon however some hotel only allows check in after 2pm. Check-out is usually12 noon on the day of check-out. Early check-in may be available on a case-by-case basis by request in advance.
- Transport listed in the itinerary
- Airport Tax and Fuel Fee
- Service Charge & Government Taxes
- Arrangements: The tour cost includes planning, handling, operational and communication charges.
- All credit card processing fees
Exclusions
- Goods and Service Tax & Tax Collected at Source as applicable
- All personal expenses like tips, laundry, telephone calls/fax, alcoholic beverages, camera/video camera fees at monuments, medical expenses, airport departure tax etc.
- Anything not mentioned under Package Inclusions.
- Airfare, Visa Fees and Travel Insurance unless mentioned in the inclusions
- International travel expenses to enter or leave China/Japan.
- Personal Expenses: Expenses of a purely personal nature such as laundry, drinks, fax, telephone call, optional activities,sightseeing or meals which are not included in the tour itinerary.
- Meals: Any meals which are not specified in the tour itinerary. Single Room Supplement:
- Gratuities, Tips to Guides or Drivers. Unlike other travel agencies in China, we pay the guides and drivers a base salary. The tipping is not mandatory however the guides and drivers, as in many other countries, will usually expect a tip. Those customers wishing to tip often ask us what they should give.
Booking Terms
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Cancellation Policy
- 50% non-refundable booking amount
- Balance payment 2 months before departure
The following will be the payment terms for booking of group Tour packages
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