Best of Japan & China

Meet your guide in the hotel lobby this morning to go over your trip and receive helpful local tips for traveling in Japan. Your guide can also help activate your Japan Rail Pass if needed. Later, explore some of Tokyo’s highlights, including Hamarikyu Gardens and a scenic river cruise to Asakusa, home to the famous Sensoji Temple.

Private transfer to the station for your first-class shinkansen (bullet train) journey. Upon arrival, enjoy a private tour before continuing to your luxury ryokan for an overnight stay, including a traditional kaiseki dinner and hot spring experience.

Private transfer to the train station for your first-class shinkansen journey. Upon arrival, transfer privately to your hotel for a three-night stay. Later, enjoy a private afternoon tour.

Enjoy a full-day private tour of Kyoto, Japan’s cultural heart and one of the country’s most beautiful cities. Visit historic temples, peaceful gardens, and traditional neighborhoods while learning about Kyoto’s rich history and timeless traditions. During the day, experience a traditional Japanese tea ceremony and enjoy a vegetarian lunch at a local temple. You may also explore famous areas such as Gion, known for its preserved wooden streets and geisha culture, along with scenic bamboo groves, shrines, and local markets throughout the city.

Enjoy another day exploring Kyoto with your private guide, or choose from several optional excursions outside the city. Visit the striking Miho Museum set in the forested hills, discover the ancient temples and friendly deer of Nara, or travel to Hiroshima and nearby Miyajima Island, famous for its floating torii gate and peaceful shrine setting.

Private transfer to Kansai International Airport for your flight to Beijing (flight not included). Upon arrival, meet your private guide and transfer to your hotel for a three-night stay. Later, enjoy a private afternoon tour to begin exploring China’s historic capital.

Enjoy a full-day private tour of Beijing, visiting some of the city’s most important cultural and historic landmarks. Explore imperial sites, traditional neighborhoods, and local markets while discovering the rich history of China’s capital. In the evening, attend a traditional Peking Opera performance, one of China’s most famous cultural arts known for its colorful costumes, music, and storytelling.

Enjoy a private excursion to the Great Wall, one of China’s most iconic landmarks. Walk along the ancient stone pathways while taking in sweeping mountain views and learning about the history of this remarkable UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Private transfer to the airport for your flight to Xian. Upon arrival, meet your guide and transfer to your hotel for an overnight stay. Later, enjoy a private afternoon tour featuring the famous Terracotta Warriors, one of China’s greatest archaeological discoveries.

Enjoy a private morning tour in Xian before transferring to the airport for your flight to Guilin. Upon arrival, meet your guide and transfer to your hotel for a two-night stay. Later, explore Guilin on a private afternoon tour surrounded by the region’s famous limestone landscapes.

Enjoy a scenic cruise along the Li River, passing dramatic limestone mountains, rice fields, and traditional riverside villages. Later, continue with a private tour of the local countryside and nearby villages to experience the quieter side of rural China.

Private transfer to the airport for your flight to Shanghai. Upon arrival, meet your guide and transfer to your hotel for a two-night stay in China’s most modern and cosmopolitan city.

Enjoy a full-day private tour of Shanghai, exploring the city’s mix of historic charm and modern energy. Visit famous areas such as the Bund, the French Concession, and local markets while discovering Shanghai’s unique blend of old and new China.

Private transfer to the airport for your departing flight.