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Japans Hidden Treasures

A 12-Day Collette Tours tour starting from $3,899

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Starting Price:	$3,899
Tour Length:	12 Days
Countries Visited:	Japan


More Information About This Tour:
Tour Type:	First Class Tour
Tour Category:	Escorted Tour
Tour Operator:	Collette Tours
Tour Code:	3495

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Discover a place where ancient traditions exist side by side with modern civilization and the historic cornerstones of Japanese culture, the Samurai and Geisha, are still revered today. See how Japan has undergone centuries of transformations, from its first ancient capital, Nara, to its present-day capital, Tokyo. From Nagano to Kyoto, from original temples to stunning Japanese gardens, this exclusive tour will leave you with a better understanding and appreciation for this East Asian land. Three guest lecturers provide fascinating background on the history of Japan, the life of a Geisha, and the restoration of the Byodoin Temple.3666Discover a place where ancient traditions exist side by side with modern civilization and the historic cornerstones of Japanese culture, the Samurai and Geisha, are still revered today. See how Japan has undergone centuries of transformations, from its first ancient capital, Nara, to its present-day capital, Tokyo. From Nagano to Kyoto, from original temples to stunning Japanese gardens, this exclusive tour will leave you with a better understanding and appreciation for this East Asian land. Three guest lecturers provide fascinating background on the history of Japan, the life of a Geisha, and the restoration of the Byodoin Temple.

br />Book by April 30, 2010 and
save $300 per couple on
air-inclusive bookings!

Restrictions apply, based on availability.
Ask your agent for details today!Click here for terms and conditions.Discover how Japan has undergone centuries of transformations, from its first ancient capital Nara, to its present capital of Tokyo. From Nagano to Kyoto, temples to stunning gardens, this exclusive tour gives you a better understanding and appreciation for this East Asian land. Local expert historians provide fascinating background on Japan’s history, Geisha life, and the skill of wood block printmaking. Highlights include travel via the famous Shinkansen, or “bullet train,” to Nagano and a cable car ride in Hakone for spectacular views of Mt. Fuji.

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Touring Date	Land Only	Land + Air	Single (Land Only)	Single (Land + Air)
3/18/2010 - 3/30/2010	$3,899
4/15/2010 - 4/27/2010	$3,899
4/18/2010 - 4/30/2010	$3,899
4/22/2010 - 5/4/2010	$3,899
6/24/2010 - 7/5/2010	$4,449
10/21/2010 - 11/1/2010	$4,449
3/24/2011 - 4/4/2011	$4,449
4/17/2011 - 4/28/2011	$4,449

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Tokyo, Hakone, Nagano, Takayama, Kanazawa, Kyoto, Nar
Local historians enhance your journey with discussions that explore the history, culture and modern life of this fascinating country.
• Learn about the history and skill of wood block printmaking. Printmaking involves the labor of many craftsmen, such as painters and engravers. Explore ukiyo-e and experience ancient Japan through images that depict the customs, styles, and traditions of the geisha era.
• Learn about relationships of tea ceremonies, Zen and ascetic training of Zen in Buddhism from the chief priest of Okakorin at Kodaiji Temple.
• Learn about the role of a Geisha throughout Japanese history until modern times and the skills necessary to become a Geisha including playing of musical instruments, singing and dancing.
• Learn about the fascinating history of Japan from the first contact with the West in 1542 to the transition from a medieval to a modern power during a lecture in Tokyo by a local professor.

Save up to $500 on Galapagos Island Cruises

Save $500 per couple on Galapagos Islands or Machu Picchu and Galapagos Islands tours!

Certain restricitons apply. Please see terms and conditions below.

Terms & Conditions:

Save $500 per couple on any cabin category for Machu Picchu and Galapagos departures through May 2010 and The Galapagos Islands' departures (including departures with Machu Picchu Extension) through December 2010. Offer valid on new bookings only. Not valid on group or existing bookings. Offer is not combinable with any other offer.

FREE Door to Door Service

Now Vacations Start at HOME!

Don't worry about getting to the airport... because a vacation should be worry-free. With Collette Vacations, enjoy free round trip sedan service that takes you from your home to the airport when you purchase an air-inclusive Collette tour.* This personalized service - including gratuities - is available on new air-inclusive bookings to the South Pacific, Canada, and Europe; and on ALL Smithsonian Journeys Travel Adventures and Explorations by Collette tours.

On departures May 2010 and beyond, Door to Door transfers are included with air-inclusive bookings to all destinations

Great Savings • Added Comfort • More Convenience

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