Japan: Tokyo Nights & Kyoto Temples

Day 1: Tokyo

Arrive at any time and welcome to Japan's neon metropolis that's always on the move. There are no plans until the evening welcome meeting, so spend some time exploring. Then, after the meeting head out for a night of fun, drinks, and dancing for your first night out. Pick the best looking spot and cheers to new adventures and friends!

We highly recommend booking pre-accommodation to fully experience all that is Tokyo.

Accommodation: -

Imano Tokyo Hostel (or similar).

Included Activities: -

Welcome Meeting  -Meet Your CEO and Group 

 Connect With New Friends

Day 2: Tokyo

Get your bearings with an orientation walk before enjoying free time to explore buzzing Tokyo. Opt to check out Yoyogi Park, Asakusa shrine, quirky Harajuku, Shibuya Crossing, or explore the city's massive selection of shops and cafés.

Accommodation: -

Imano Tokyo Hostel (or similar).

Included Activities: -

Orientation Walk

Additional Notes: Please note that the new JR Pass validation policy asks travellers to come to the office counter to activate their JR Pass.

Day 3: Tokyo/Takayama

Board a bullet train to picturesque Takayama, surrounded by the Japanese Alps. Take in the quaint streets of old town—lined with craft shops and sake breweries (mid-day sake bombs anyone?)— on a CEO-led orientation walk. Enjoy the rest of the day to explore the area. In the evening, kick back and relax in a traditional inn complete with tatami floors, Japanese futons, and an onsen hot spring. Delight in a restorative soak in the healing waters.

Accommodation: --

Oyado Iguchi (or similar)

Transport: -

Bullet Train 04:00 Hr(s Oyado Iguchi (or similar). 

Included Activities: -

Takayama Orientation Walk

Day 4: Takayama/Kyoto

Catch a train to Japan's imperial capital, Kyoto, and spend the rest of the day discovering this historic city. For your big night out, grab a drink on our tab and release your inner rock star during a karaoke session.

Accommodation: -

THE POCKET HOTEL Kyoto-Shijokarasuma (or similar).

Transport: -

Bullet Train 03:30 - 04:00 Hr(s)

Included Activities: -

Big Night Out - Kyoto: Karaoke

Day 5: Kyoto

Kyoto is yours to explore today and the options are endless, so grab a buddy and get out there! Visit some of Kyoto's beautiful temples, participate in a tea ceremony, or take a calligraphy class (so you can make that postcard home look extra fancy).

Accommodation: -

THE POCKET HOTEL Kyoto-Shijokarasuma (or similar)

Day 6: Kyoto

Today is departure day, but do not fret! There is no such thing as goodbye, only until next time. Share some last laughs and exchange social medias with your fellow travellers before departing at any time.

We highly recommend booking post-accommodation to fully experience this iconic city.

Included Activities: -

 Departure Day

Additional Notes: For travellers flying out of Kansai International Airport (KIX), please find the public transit options below (please note that taxis can become quite expensive in the late hours

1) By train - departing from Kyoto station, the limited express "Haruka" Train goes directly to the airport. The last train to the airport leaves Kyoto station at 20:30.

2) By bus - departing from Kyoto station, with several stops along the way. The last bus to the airport leaves Kyoto station at 22:10.

Timetable Reference: http://www.hyperdia.com