Yokohama Quilt Show

Travel with fellow quilters to one of the most famous quilt shows in the world, International Quilt Week Yokohama. This show has become one of the largest patchwork and quilting events on the Japanese calendar.
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Japan Gourmet Connoisseur Tour

This journey is for people who love to eat, drink and travel. Venture beyond the familiar sushi and saki perception of Japanese food culture.
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Cherry Blossom Tour

Celebrate with the Japanese in Hanami (cherry blossom viewing) as you witness Japan's unofficial national flower change the scenery to a shade of pink.
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The Path to Traditional Japan

This all-embracing journey explores the major cities of Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka, which all have distinct proud histories and are unique in their own right.
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Japan's Timeless Sea Coast

The Japan Sea Coast is relatively unexplored by the foreign tourist, yet this stunning region of Japan opens the door to an exceptional appreciation and awareness of Japanese life.
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Spiritual Japan

This region of Japan easily warrants a week to truly discover the ancient cities of Kyoto, Nara and Osaka, not to mention the remoteness of Mt Koya-san.
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Contemporary Japan

Japan has some of the most acclaimed museums and art galleries in the world. Take the time to appreciate art culture along side Japanese tradition.
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Extensive Japan

Explore the land of the rising sun with the Japan Tour Specialist. Gain an extensive appreciation of this unique corner of the world.
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Tour Japan - Destination Japan & Beyond

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Spiritual Japan: Fully Escorted Tour

Departure Dates:     12 JUNE 2011  
8 Days/7 Nights

OSAKA – HIMEJI – NARA - KOYA SAN - KYOTO

Japan Image 58.jpgThis region of Japan easily warrants a week to truly discover the ancient cities of Kyoto, Nara and Osaka, not to mention the remoteness of Mt Koya-san.

Kyoto is simply enchanting. Home to numerous temples and shrines, classical gardens, culinary specialties and like few other cities around the world, there is always something to stir the mind and soul as you witness the spirit of old Japan.

There is no better place to contemplate the essence of true Japanese culture: both its spare aspects influenced by Buddhism and the tea ceremony, or its cultural preservation for the next generations.

This tour also explores the religious significance of Mt Koya-san. This monastic complex is the headquarters of the Shingon School of Esoteric Buddhism.

JPN 125.JPGLocated in a remote natural setting, visitors have the opportunity to experience an overnight stay in temple lodging accommodation and obtain a glimpse of the long held traditions of Japanese religious life.

The Buddhist monks go about their normal daily duties whilst their presence gives an unmistakable solemnity to the village.

 

 

Spiritual Japan: Tour Itinerary 

Day 01    Arrive Osaka.

Day 02    Osaka: Full day sightseeing including Himeji Castle, Koko-en Garden, Osaka Castle, Dotonbori Street, Kuronom Market.

Day 03    Osaka: Full day sightseeing includingTodai-ji (Great Buddha), Nara Deer Park, Horyuji Temple and Museum.

Day 04    Osaka - Koya-san: Okuno-in Cemetery and Temple, Kongobu-ji Temple Overnight temple stay accommodation.

Day 05    Koya-san – Kyoto: Buddhist Morning Prayer Service, Fushimi Inari Shrine, Nishiki Ichiba Food Market, walking tour of Gion Geisha District.

Day 06    Kyoto: Full day sightseeing including Arashiyama Sagano Bamboo Forest, Golden Pavilion, Kiyomizudera Temple, Nijo Castle, Higashiyama District, Cultural Evening Theatre Show.

Day 07    Kyoto: Day at leisure.

Day 08    Depart for Australia.

TOUR PRICE (per person)     TWIN SHARE $3980.00 - Ex Osaka

Price on application for airfares or single supplement

Package includes:

Accommodation:

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

OSAKA

HIMEJI

NARA

KOYA-SAN

KYOTO

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