China & Japan Ancient History Tour
Explore the contrasting and intersecting cultures and histories of these two great and beautiful nations on this epic historic, cultural and scenic tour of China and Japan. There is time on this 20-day tour to luxuriate on cruises of the Li Huangpu rivers and Tokyo Bay.
The ultimate tour for those wishing to combine the very best of two ancient nations. Join us on an incredible journey from Beijing to Tokyo by road, boat, rail and air on this epic three-week tour!
Your Tour Includes
TRAVEL
International flights and current taxes
Li River Cruise, Huangpu River Cruise, Tokyo Bay Cruise
ACCOMMODATION
18 nights in 3+/4 star accommodation
EXPERIENCES
Touring with Guides and entrance fees
FOOD & DRINK
Breakfasts: 18, Lunches: 17, Dinners: 18
DAYS 1-2 Fly Overnight to Beijing
Fly overnight to China's historical capital, Beijing. Depending on your time of arrival, the rest of the Day is yours to start soaking up the local culture.
Meals Included: Dinner
DAY 3 Walk on the Great Wall
Meals Included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
DAY 4 Explore the Forbidden City
Meals Included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
DAY 5 Travel to Xi'an
Board the bullet train to the ancient city of Xian. In the evening, enjoy a traditional Shui Jiao dumpling dinner and a lively Tang Dynasty dance show.
Meals Included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
DAY 6 Terracotta Warriors
Meals Included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
DAY 7 Fly to Guilin
Meals Included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
DAY 8 Cruise the Li River
Meals Included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
DAY 9 Visit Reed Flute Cave
Meals Included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
DAY 10 Fly to Shanghai
Meals Included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
DAY 11 Explore Shanghai
SMeals Included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
DAY 12 Goodbye China, Hello Japan
It's time to say goodbye to China and hello to Japan! Fly to the vibrant city of Osaka.
Meals Included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
DAY 13 Osaka Castle
Meals Included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
DAY 14 Discover Okayama & Kurashiki
Transfer by bullet train to Okayama and visit Korakuen Garden, one of the 'Three Great Gardens of Japan. Continue to Kurashiki to explore the beautifully-preserved Bikan Historical Quarter, where the streets along the banks of the Kurashiki River are lined with white-walled kominka (traditional houses). Continue to Hiroshima, a vibrant and forward-thinking city.
Meals Included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
DAY 15 Explore Hiroshima & Miyajima
Hop on a ferry to the holy island of Miyajima and visit Itsukushima Shrine. Return to Hiroshima and find a moment to reflect at the Peace Memorial Park and Museum, paying homage to the victims of the 1945 atomic bomb.
Meals Included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
DAY 16 Travel to Kyoto
Meals Included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
DAY 17 Explore Kyoto
Meals Included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
DAY 18 Bullet Train to Hakone
Transfer by bullet train to Hakone.
Meals Included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
DAY 19 Contrasts of Tokyo
Meals Included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
DAY 20 Fly Tokyo to UK
Fly to the UK, arriving home the same or following Day.
Meals Included: Breakfast
