International
Grandway Tours
Scenic Asia

Day 01             Los Angeles, USA - Tokyo, Japan
    Depart from USA via a transpacific non-stop flight to Tokyo.

Day 02             Tokyo (D)
    Upon arrival at Narita Airport, meet and greet by the local
    representative then transfer to hotel.  Dinner will be served at
    hotel.  Hotel:  Narita Excel Tokyu or similar

Day 03              Tokyo(B/L/D)
    Morning visit to Edoko Museum, where you can view scale
    models of ancient buildings and other artifacts from Old Tokyo,
    Kannon Temple founded in the year of 628. It is Tokyo’s oldest
    Temple and a major attraction for the Japanese and the
    foreigners alike. The nearby Nakamise Street is a great area to
    shop for Japanese souvenirs.  On the way to Ginza, Tokyo’s
    world famous shopping area, we drive pass Imperial Palace
    and Yasukuni Shrine.  A water bus ride on the Tokyo Bay is the
    way to get the panoramic view of the Tokyo Bay Shores.  The
    water bus takes us to Odaiba, a large shopping center.
                          Hotel: Le Meridien Pacific Hotel or Crown Plaza Metropolitan
                          or similar.

Day 04              Tokyo-Mt. Fuji (B/L/D)
    Today, we travel to Mt.Fuji area and visit Hakone Park, where
    we enjoy a scenic cruise on lake Ashi.  After lunch, we drive
    pass Cedar Avenue a historic street dating back to Edo period.  
    Owakudani Spa Valley is famous for its hot sulfurous spring
    water and “black Jade” eggs;  The Japanese style Peace Park
    contains numerous Buddhis pagodas and a gold and platinum
    Goddess of Mercy statue from India.  Fuji 8 seas are eight
    pools of crystalline water gathered from melt snow from Mt.
    Fuji.  Later, visit a famous crystal factory to learn some of the
    secrets of this mysterious stone.  After dinner, chance to enjoy
    a relaxing hot spring soak.
                          Hotel: Kawaguchiko Hotel or Tominoko Onsen Hotel or similar.

Day 05              Mt.Fuji-Nagoya-Kyoto(B/L)
    Tea is a daily drink for the Japanese.  Today, we visit a tea
    plantation and discover how tea is processed.  Next, we travel
    to Nagoya Castle, one of the three most famous castles in
    Japan.  After lunch, we travel to Kyoto by bullet-train
    (approximately 40 minutes).  Upon arrival, a fun visit to Kyoto
    Isetan Department Store, where you can shop to your heart’s
    contend and also have dinner at one of the many restaurants.  
    The top floor is a great place to get apanoramic view of Kyoto
    and the Kyoto Tower.
                          Hotel: Kyoto Rihga royal Hotel or similar.

Day 06              Kyoto-Osaka(B/L)
    Golden Pavillion is a Zen Temple formally known as Rokuonji.  
    Rebuilt in 1955 and covered in gold leaves, it serves as a
    shrine, housing sacred relics of the Buddha.  Today, a special
    visit to a Nishijin Kimono showroom where kimonos made of
    gorgeous Nishijin Textile are on display.  After lunch, walk  
    through the Kyomizuyaki pottery street, reach Kiyuomizu Temple
    which is one of the most celebrated temples of Japan.  From
    the temples’s terrace, there is a spectacular panoramic view of
    Kyoto.  Later, travel to Osaka, the second  largest city in Japan.
    We visit Shisaibashi, the largest shopping area in Osaka. Free
    time in Dontonburi, a very popular dinning area with a great
    variety of restaurants to suit all taste and budget.
                          Hotel: Osaka Rihga Royal Hotel or similar.

Day 07             Osaka-Nara-Kobe-Osaka (B/L/D)
    Nara was the capital of Japan for 74 years.  Our tour of Nara
    starts with a visit to Deer Park, where visitors are allowed to
    hand feed the friendly deers. Todaiji Temple is one of bronze,
    stone and wood.  Next, we travel to Kobe and visit a sa-ke
    factory.  At the factory, we learn how sa-ke is made and also
    enjoy free tasting.  Our last stop today is at Kobe’s popular
    Chinatown.
                          Hotel: ANA Gate Tower Hotel or Washington Kansai or similar.

Day 08              Osaka-Hometown or Bangkok (B)
    After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your next destination.
     Happy memories and have a wonderful trip!

HIGHLIGHTS:    Tokyo, Asakusa Kannon Temple, Imperial Palace, Mt.Fuji 5th
Station, Hakone, Lake Ashi, Owakudani, Bullet Train Ride, Shizuoka Green
Tea Plantation, Kyoto, Kimono Show, Kiyomizu Temple, Exclusive One and
Only Memoirs of a Geisha Orientation, Nara, Todaiji Temple, Osaka Castle,
Shinsaibashi. Includes Round-trip Air, deluxe hotels, Admissions, 3 meals
daily (Japanese-styled/Buffet), 1 night’s stay at Japanese traditional hot spring
hotel, Licensed Chinese/English speaking tour guides

Price for twin sharing room per person $1,599.00
Bangkok Stopover add $100.00
Single Supplement  depends on season, call us to update)
We reserved the right to amend the tour itinerary for unforeseen reasons.
International Grandway Travel  
2883 E. Colorado Blvd.,  Pasadena CA 91107
Tel: (626) 577-7277    Fax: (626)577-2223
intlgrandway@yahoo.com      www.intlgrandway.com
INTERNATIONAL GRANDWAY TRAVEL
8 Days Japan Honshu Delight Tour

Tokyo, Mt. Fuji, Hakone, Kyoto, Nara, Kobe and Osaka
2010 New Cost Saving Plan (JTK8-10), $1,649 + Tax

Side Tours to other Asian Cities are Available
Sightseeing: Visit famous sites in the historic cities of Kyoto, Nara, Kobe,
Osaka and Tokyo.  Viewing of spectacular Mt. Fuji.  A scenic cruise on Lake
Ashi.  A visit to the landmark wooden Dogetsubashi bridge.  A bullet train ride to
Kyoto.   Delectable Meals: Authentic, well known Japanese dishes included:
Japanese style hot pot, Sushi, Tepanyaki, buffets, Chinese and Western.
(Bonus meals: Kobe beef).  Hotels: 4/5 star hotels throughout the trip.   Guide:
Experienced guides with in depth knowledge of Japanese history and culture.