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Gardens and Temples of Tokyo and Kyoto
November 4—15, 2025
Post Tour: Gardens and Temples of Shikoku and Hiroshima
November 15—23
Escorted by Cole Burrell and Maurice Horn
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:
– Visit four storied cities: Tokyo, Kamakura, Gotemba, and Kyoto
– Learn about the art of Japanese gardening from a master in the East Gardens of the Imperial Palace in Tokyo
– In Tokyo, tour Koishikawa Korakuen, Hamarikyu Garden, and Mejii Jingu
– Peruse art and explore history in Tokyo’s Nezu Museum and the Hakone Museum of Art and Moss Garden
– Weave through the streets of Ginza, one of Tokyo’s top shopping districts famous for stores such as Ginza Mitsukoshi Department Store
– Tour three botanical gardens: Hakone Botanical Gardens of Wetlands, Kyoto Botanical Garden, and Manyo Botanical Garden
– Behold the Great Buddha of Kamakura
– Enjoy the autumn colors on a scenic drive to view Mt. Fuji
TOUR DURATION:
10 Nights / 11 Days
Land Only Tour Price
Pricing for 15-19 Travelers
$7,775.00 Land Price — Double Occupancy
$1,015.00 Single Supplement
Pricing for 20-22 Travelers
$6,885.00 Land Price — Double Occupancy
$1,015.00 Single Supplement
Tour price is based on a minimum of 15 travelers
Fewer than 15 travelers may result in a surcharge
Itinerary subject to change without notice
TOUR INCLUSIONS:
– Airport transfers
– Ten nights hotel accommodations
– Breakfast daily
– Four lunches
– Welcome and farewell dinners plus two additional meals
– Sightseeing and transportation as outlined in the program itinerary
– Escort throughout tour—C. Colston Burrell
– Expert local guide—Maurice Horn
– Water and snacks
– Admissions to all gardens and venues
– Bullet Train to Kyoto with Japanese Escort
– Gratuities to your tour escort and guide
– Gratuities to your local drivers and guides
– Hotel taxes and service charges
Tour information: www.friendshiptours.net/tours/gardens-of-japan
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