EXPLORE JAPAN BY RAIL

TOUR CODE: EXJRAIL   


Itinerary Map
EXPLORE JAPAN BY RAIL
 11 Days / Air & Land / From $1949
Get a taste of the fast paced life in Japan with a 7-day Japan Rail Pass giving you the flexibility to explore other interesting regions. The Shinkansen (Bullet Train) connects the country's major cities and runs at a speed of 361 mph maintaining its punctual reputation. Linger in Tokyo for a 3 night stay. You will cross paths with Harajuku Girls flaunting their individual fashion statements,  incredible towers with neon lights, experience sitting on tatami mats while dining on delicate sushi or edamame and maybe order a round of sake. In contrast to this, are serene Shinto shrines and tranquil botanical gardens harmonizing the topsy-turvy atmosphere.

Tour Features Include:

  • Round-trip economy class airfare  on Singapore Airlines from Los Angeles
  • 3 nights hotel accommodation at the Tokyo Hilton Hotel
  • One-way transfer from airport to hotel by airport limousine bus
  • Half-day Tokyo city tour
  • 7-day Japan Rail Pass (Ordinary class)
  • US departure taxes and fuel surcharge
  • Hotel taxes and service charges
  • City map and shopping guides

Itinerary

DAY 01 - DEPART HOMETOWN/TOKYO
Your adventure begins as you board your flight to Tokyo.

DAY 02 - ARRIVE IN TOKYO
Arrive in Tokyo, the capital city of Japan, and transfer to your hotel by airport limousine bus.

DAY 03 - TOKYO
In the morning, discover the city's many famous and historical landmarks including the Meiji Shrine which is Japan's most famous Shinto shrine, dedicated to the deified spirits of Emperor Meiji and his wife, Empress Shoken. Drive by the National Diet Building to see the imposing Japanese Capitol (the House of Parliament) dominated by a massive central tower. Then, wander through the Imperial Palace East Garden (Imperial Palace East Garden is closed every Mon & Fri, we will visit the Imperial Palace Plaza instead.). Continue to Asakusa Kannon Temple and stroll through the Nakamise-dori shopping arcade. Tour disbands on arrival at Ginza. Return transfer to hotel is on your own arrangement. The afternoon is free for further exploration, shopping or relaxation.

DAY 04 - TOKYO
Today is free to explore as you wish. Perhaps, join our optional full day tour to Mt. Fuji and Hakone National Park.

DAY 05-11 EXPLORE OTHER CITIES BY RAIL
After hotel check-out in Tokyo, you will be on your own to use your Japan Rail Pass to explore other cities in Japan.
Accommodation in Tokyo:
Hilton Hotel (Standard Room)

Dates & Prices

Tour cost (Per person, double occupancy)
2013
Los Angeles
Feb 15 – Jun 09
$1949
Jun 10 – Jul 15
$2249
Jul 16 – Dec 09
$1949
Dec 10 – 24
$2249
Dec 25 – 27
$1949
Special notes: Tour prices are based on weekday (Mon-Thu) departures. $60.00 per person, weekend air surcharge applies for departure on weekends (Fri-Sun). Tour Price includes US departure taxes and fuel surcharge of approx. $400 per person. Tour prices are per person, double occupancy, and subject to availability, change; holiday/seasonal supplements; blackout dates; and any restrictions that may apply. A non-refundable deposit of $100 per person is required within 7 days of confirmation. Full payment is due 75 days prior to departure. The validity period of a JAPAN RAIL PASS is the consecutive 7 days beginning on the date the pass is first issued. Restrictions and conditions apply. Japan Rail Pass is only available for visitors from foreign countries for sightseeing in Japan and holding "temporary visitor" visa during their visit in Japan. (AI400/021713)

Accommodations: Many JR trains have Green cars (superior accommodations): all have ordinary cars. You can use Green cars or ordinary cars with a Green-type Japan Rail pass, and you can use ordinary cars with an Ordinary-type Japan Rail Pass, without paying additional charges.
The car with @ can be used with Japan Rail Pass. The car with X is required to pay additional charges.
 
Trains
Accommodations
Green
Ordinary
Shinkansen
Green car
@
X
Ordinary car
@
@
Green private compartment
X
X
Ordinary private compartment
X
X
Limited express and ordinary express
Green car
@
X
Ordinary car
@
@
Green private compartment
X
X
Ordinary private compartment
X
X
Sleeping car
X
X
Local and Rapid trains
Green car
@
X
Ordinary car
@
@
*Green private compartments are on certain limited express trains, such as “Narita Express” and “Super-View Odoriko”.
*Use of "Home Liners" and other "liner" trains require an additional charge.
Valid Period
The valid period of a Japan Rail pass is the consecutive 7 days beginning on the date the Pass is first used. Within 3 months from the date the Exchange Order was issued, you must turn in your Exchange Order to obtain your Japan Rail Pass. At that time, you have to specify the date that you want to start using the Pass. It can be any date within one month from the date the Pass is received. Once the pass has a starting date written on it, the date cannot be changed.

How to use reserved seatings
Shinkansen and most limited express and ordinary express trains have reserved Green car seats and both reserved and non-reserved ordinary car seats. A non-reserved seat can be used simply by showing your JAPAN RAIL PASS. To use a reserved seat, apply at any Travel Service Center or reserved-seat ticket office (Midori-no-madoguchi) at a JR station, or at a sales office of a JR-associated travel agency. There, show your JAPAN RAIL PASS, and obtain your reserved-seat ticket before your trip.
*Seat reservations cannot be made outside of Japan.
Do not use an automatic ticket-reading gate with a Japan Rail Pass. Please show the Pass at a manned ticket gate.
Caution: Please note that during crowded periods you cannot be guaranteed a seat on a specific train. The periods when seat reservations are particularly difficult to secure are as follows.
*December 29 to January 5 - The New Year holiday period is the most popular travel time for Japanese people, for vacations and returns to hometown areas.
*April 29 to May 5 - Due to consecutive holidays in a comfortable travel season, there is a large scale travel throughout Japan for leisure and recreation.
*August 13 to 15 - Another time for traditional travel to hometown areas, called the o-bon season.