Luxury Japan Wellness Tour
7 Days Starting in Tokyo and ending in Kyoto
Visiting: Tokyo, Mt Fuji, Kyoto, Japan
Tour operator:
Tour code:
WLJP01
Age range:
35-79
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Interests:
Cultural, Gardens & Nature Tours, Rail Tours, Religion and Spiritual, Wellness Tours
Activities:
From:
$5974NB: Prices correct on 01-Jun-2024 but subject to change.
Tour Overview
Embark on a journey of tranquility and luxury with our "Luxury Japan Wellness Tour." Designed for those who seek an intimate and indulgent experience, this tour caters to a maximum of 16 passengers, ensuring personalized attention and an exclusive atmosphere. From the bustling streets of modern Tokyo to the serene landscapes of Hakone and the cultural richness of Kyoto, immerse yourself in a blend of Japan's ancient traditions and contemporary luxuries. Travel in comfort on the famous Shinkansen bullet train, stay in hand-picked luxury accommodations, and indulge in a variety of wellness activities including blissful spa treatments, a rickshaw ride through Kyoto's famous bamboo grove, private sessions in Japanese calligraphy, and traditional tea ceremony culture. Enjoy a unique dining experience with full breakfasts daily, select lunches, and dinners, including a sublime Kaiseki dinner at a luxury ryokan in Hakone. This tour promises a journey of rejuvenation, cultural immersion, and unparalleled luxury in the heart of Japan.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Tokyo Arrival (D)
Location: Tokyo
Accommodation Name: ANA Intercontinental Tokyo (or similar)
Meals Included: Dinner
On your arrival in Tokyo, you will be welcomed and transferred to your hotel.Enjoy the rest of your day at leisure before you meet your guide.In the early evening we will have a tour briefing before your tour guide takes you out for a Welcome Dinner.Overnight in a 5 star hotel.
Day 2 : Ancient & Modern Tokyo (B,L)
Location: Tokyo
Accommodation Name: ANA Intercontinental Tokyo (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Today, we will explore Tokyo - a mix of modern and ancient.In the morning, take a leisurely walk through Meiji Park and visit Meiji Shrine. Before entering the shrine, learn how to purify yourselves and offer prayers to the gods according to Japanese tradition. We will then explore the iconic Ginza shopping district featuring everything from robots to the latest fashions. After a health-conscious lunch, visit Shinjuku area and the famous Shibuya crossing.In your free time indulge in a blissful spa treatment at one of the capital's finest spas. Relax and rejuvenate with world-class treatment.Overnight in a 5 star hotel in Tokyo.
Day 3 : Japanese Way Of Life & Art Of Calligraphy - Local Host Experience (B,L)
Location: Tokyo
Accommodation Name: ANA Intercontinental Tokyo (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Today, we will visit Asakusa and the famous Senso-ji temple. We will have a quick stop at the Imperial Palace, the official residence of Japan's royal family. You will learn the art of Japanese calligraphy. Clear your mind of thoughts and emotions while practicing calligraphy using a traditional brush and ink.Then experience a private tea ceremony, an age-old Japanese cultural activity and meditative Zen ritual. Observe the tea master preparing Matcha tea using symbolic utensils.In the afternoon, our tour guide will take you out for a unique local host experience, exclusively offered by Tweet World Travel.Overnight in a 5 star hotel in Tokyo.
Day 4 : Tokyo - Mt Fuji - Hakone - Onesen Wellness (B,L,D)
Location: Mt Fuji
Accommodation Name: Gora Kadan (Luxury traditional Japanese-style hotel Ryokan) (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today, we will travel to the iconic Mt. Fuji, Japan's highest mountain.Drive up to Mt Fuji's Fifth Station and enjoy the views of the summit.We will visit a unique Kimono Museum to learn more about Japanese customs.Travel onwards to Hakone, one of Japan's best destinations for onsens, or thermal hot springs.Tonight at your traditional ryokan, enjoy a full-course Kaiseki dinner and hot spring bath.
Day 5 : Hakone - Kyoto - Imperial Sights (B,L)
Location: Kyoto
Accommodation Name: Gora Kadan (Luxury traditional Japanese-style hotel Ryokan) (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Today, we will board the bullet train for Kyoto.On arrival, enjoy a private tour of Kyoto, Japan's centre of Zen Buddhism.Visit the iconic Sanjusangendo temple then Nijo Castle.Enjoy your afternoon at leisure.Overnight in a 5 star hotel in Kyoto.
Day 6 : Zen Temple & Bamboo Grove - Kyoto Shopping Tour (B,L)
Location: Kyoto
Accommodation Name: Aman Kyoto (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Enjoy a full day in Kyoto exploring its Zen heritage.We will take you to the Kinkaku-ji Temple, also known as the Golden Pavilion, the Ryoan-ji Temple with its rock garden and the Arashiyama Area.Take a rickshaw ride through a famous bamboo grove, immersing yourself in a towering tunnel of an emerald-green forest.We will have a traditional vegetarian lunch prepared by resident monks at Tenryuji, one of Japan's most important Zen temples. In the afternoon, join our tour guide on a special shopping tour in Kyoto.Take home a piece of charismatic Kyoto, home to an impressive choice of markets, boutique and gallery stores with a wide selection of art, antiques and quality handicrafts. Explore one of Japan's most exciting shopping experiences with a local who knows the ins and outs of shopping in Kyoto.Overnight in Kyoto 5 star hotel.
Day 7 : Departure (B)
Location: Japan
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today, you will be transferred to the airport for your departure flight home. Good bye and fond memories of Japan.
What's Included
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Meals
Welcome & Farewell Dinner
A Unique & Varied Dining Experience
Full Breakfast Daily; Select Lunches and Dinners: 6 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 2 Dinners -
Sightseeing
Entrance fees at monuments
All local government fees & tax
Sightseeing as per itinerary:
Ancient & Modern Tokyo tour with lunch
The Japanese Way of Life & Calligraphy with lunch
Mt Fuji day tour with lunch
Kyoto City Tour with lunch
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Accommodation
Stay at 5-star wellness-inspired luxury accommodation at each destination with breakfast, as below (or similar)
Tokyo: ANA Intercontinental Tokyo
Hakone: Gora Kadan (Luxury traditional Japanese-style hotel Ryokan)
Kyoto: Aman Kyoto
Full board meals while staying in Hakone -
Transportation
Arrival and departure airport transfers in private air-conditioned vehicles
Bullet train from Hakone to Kyoto
All touring in air-conditioned vehicles
Locally based professional drivers -
WELLNESS PACKAGE
1 x 90-minute spa treatment in Tokyo
The art of Japanese calligraphy
The art of traditional tea ceremony
Meditation session with Zen masters
Thermal hot spring onsen in luxury traditional ryokan in Hakone -
First-Class Service
24/7 local assistance and travel guidance
Airport Meet-and-Greet welcome service with local tour guide
Guaranteed departures with Just Two Guests
Small group with maximum 16 guests
A unique "local-host" experience exclusively offered by Tweet World Travel -
Tour Guide & Tour Leader
English-speaking local tour guides who live and breathe the destination – they will bring your itinerary to life
For a group of more than 10 people, on top of local tour guides, we will provide an experienced tour director. He or she will oversee your entire journey, accompany you every day and connect you to the people, places and encounters in a way you’ll never forget.
What's Not Included
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International Flights
International flights to and from the start/end of the tour are not included.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included but is highly recommended.
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Personal Expenses
Items of a personal nature such as additional meals, drinks, laundry, and souvenirs are not included.
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Optional Activities
Any optional tours or activities that are not mentioned in the itinerary.
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Visa Fees
Any visa fees required for entry into Japan are not included.
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Tipping
Tips for guides and drivers are not included and are at your discretion.
Check out our Q&As
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What countries does the Luxury Japan Wellness Tour visit?
The Luxury Japan Wellness Tour visits Japan.
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What is not included in the tour package?
The tour package does not include international flights to and from the start/end of the tour, travel insurance, items of a personal nature such as additional meals, drinks, laundry, and souvenirs, any optional tours or activities not mentioned in the itinerary, any visa fees required for entry into Japan, and tips for guides and drivers.
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What type of accommodations can I expect on the Luxury Japan Wellness Tour?
On the Luxury Japan Wellness Tour, you can expect to stay at 5-star wellness-inspired luxury accommodations at each destination, including the ANA Intercontinental Tokyo, Gora Kadan (Luxury traditional Japanese-style hotel Ryokan) in Hakone, and Aman Kyoto. Full board meals are provided while staying in Hakone.
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What are some highlights of the Luxury Japan Wellness Tour?
Highlights of the Luxury Japan Wellness Tour include experiencing the mix of ancient and modern Tokyo, riding the famous Shinkansen bullet train from Hakone to Kyoto, indulging in a blissful spa treatment at Tokyo's finest spa, taking a rickshaw ride through a famous bamboo grove in Kyoto, learning the art of Japanese calligraphy, being introduced to the traditional tea ceremony culture in a private class, staying in a luxury ryokan in Hakone and enjoying a sublime Kaiseki dinner, relaxing in a secluded onsen hot spring, practicing Zen through a private session with a Buddhist monk, enjoying a traditional vegetarian lunch prepared by resident monks, being connected with the locals through a unique 'local host' experience, enjoying a unique shopping experience in Kyoto with a local tour guide, and enjoying complimentary one-way Chauffeur service in Australia for residential addresses within 35kms of an international airport.
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What transportation is provided during the tour?
Transportation during the Luxury Japan Wellness Tour includes arrival and departure airport transfers in private air-conditioned vehicles, bullet train from Hakone to Kyoto, and all touring in air-conditioned vehicles with locally based professional drivers.
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What kind of sightseeing activities are included?
Sightseeing activities on the Luxury Japan Wellness Tour include entrance fees at monuments, all local government fees & tax, and sightseeing as per itinerary: Ancient & Modern Tokyo tour with lunch, The Japanese Way of Life & Calligraphy with lunch, Mt Fuji day tour with lunch, Kyoto City Tour with lunch, and Kyoto Shopping Tour.
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What meals are included in the Luxury Japan Wellness Tour?
The Luxury Japan Wellness Tour includes a Welcome & Farewell Dinner, a unique & varied dining experience, full breakfast daily, select lunches and dinners: 6 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 2 dinners.
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Are there any wellness activities included?
Yes, the Wellness Package includes a 90-minute spa treatment in Tokyo, the art of Japanese calligraphy, the art of traditional tea ceremony, a meditation session with Zen masters, and a thermal hot spring onsen in a luxury traditional ryokan in Hakone.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Founded in 2012, the Tweet World Travel Group is an Australian-owned corporation and one of the country's leading wholesalers for Worldwide River Cruises, Tour Operators, and Travel Technology Providers. With headquarters in Adelaide, South Australia, the company has a wide reach, with local operational offices throughout Asia.
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Are there any health requirements or vaccinations needed for the tour?
Ensuring your health and well-being during your tour is of utmost importance to us. Many destinations may have specific health requirements or recommended vaccinations to help protect both you and the local population from potential health risks. To determine the health requirements or vaccinations needed for your chosen tour destination, we strongly advise consulting with a medical professional or a travel health clinic. They have access to the latest information about health risks in different regions and can provide personalized recommendations based on your medical history and the specific areas you plan to visit. Additionally, some countries may require proof of certain vaccinations, such as yellow fever, before granting entry. It's essential to research and adhere to these requirements to ensure a smooth and hassle-free travel experience. If you have any concerns or questions about health requirements for your upcoming tour, feel free to reach out to our team. While we can offer general guidance, we always recommend consulting with a medical professional for personalized health advice tailored to your needs and travel plans. Your health and safety are paramount, and we want to ensure that you're well-prepared and informed before embarking on your journey.
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How can I provide feedback or reviews about the tour experience?
We highly value your feedback and reviews about your tour experience. Your insights help us continuously improve our services and create exceptional travel experiences for our clients. Here are a couple of ways you can provide feedback: 1- Tweet Trip App: If you've downloaded our Tweet Trip App, you can often find a section dedicated to providing feedback or reviews. This streamlined approach ensures that your thoughts are directly communicated to us for consideration. 2- Online Form: We may send you an online feedback form via email after your tour concludes. This allows you to share your thoughts, suggestions, and comments about your experience conveniently. 3- Hard Copy: If you prefer a more traditional approach, some tours may provide a hard copy feedback form that you can fill out and hand over to your tour guide or agency representative. When providing feedback, consider sharing both positive aspects that you enjoyed and constructive criticism that can help us enhance our services. Here are some points to consider: Your overall satisfaction with the tour. The quality of accommodations, transportation, and activities. The professionalism and knowledge of your tour guide. Any challenges or issues you encountered. Suggestions for improvement. Any standout moments or experiences. Your feedback is instrumental in our commitment to deliver exceptional travel experiences. We appreciate your time and honesty in sharing your thoughts with us. Whether you choose to provide feedback through the Tweet Trip App, an online form, or a hard copy, rest assured that your input will be carefully considered to continually elevate the quality of our services.
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Low Deposit
Tweet World Travel requires a minimum deposit of 30% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 65 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of tweet world travel charges.
Up to 65 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 64 days before tour starts: Forfeit 55% of booking price.
At 39 days before tour starts: Forfeit 75% of booking price.
At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.