WELCOMING THE NEW YEAR IN THE LAND OF THE RISING SUN

Morning: You land at Kansai Airport, Japan, and complete immigration procedures (breakfast on board). Then the coach and tour guide take the group to sightsee in Kobe:
Kobe Port Tower – Kobe Harborland: The symbol of the city of Kobe. At night, the entire tower is lit with LED lights, creating a dazzling and enchanting scene
Hakutsuru Sake Brewery: One of Japan's famous sake-producing regions, where you learn about the sake brewing process and then sample several fragrant varieties of sake
Noon: The group has lunch at a restaurant with KOBE / WAGYU BEEF – famous for its alluring aroma and characteristic melt-in-the-mouth tenderness, “so tender it can be cut with chopsticks”. It is cooked rare to preserve its natural sweet flavor, so the meat seems to melt on the tongue without any extra seasoning.
Afternoon: The coach takes the group back to Osaka. The group visits:
Osaka Castle: The symbol of Osaka city, and one of the castles that visitors should not miss when visiting Japan. With its magnificent architecture and vast gardens, the castle is not only a historic monument but also a beautiful photo spot. (Guests take photos from the outside).
The group is free to explore and shop in the bustling Shinsaibashi – Nippon Bashi shopping district (if time allows).
Evening: The group has dinner at a local restaurant and is free to explore the city at night. Overnight in Osaka.

Morning: The group has breakfast at the hotel and checks out. The coach and tour guide take the group sightseeing in Kyoto.
Kiyomizu-dera Temple: One of the most sacred temples in the land of cherry blossoms, with a unique architecture made entirely of wood, located on the high slopes of Higashiyama hill. Its main hall is designed to look like a national treasure, supported by 139 pillars 15 m high. Kiyomizu Temple was recognized by UNESCO as a World Cultural Heritage site in 1994.
The group experiences wearing traditional Japanese costume at Toji Temple. Toji is an enduring symbol of the ancient capital Kyoto and the tallest wooden architectural masterpiece in Japan. After 1,200 years of historical ups and downs, Toji still retains its ancient and sacred beauty, attracting visitors from around the world.
Fushimi Inari: A Shinto shrine famous for thousands of vermilion torii gates forming an impressive tunnel through the forests of Mount Inari. Here, visitors can pray for prosperity and discover the mysterious beauty of one of Japan's most sacred shrines.
Evening: You have dinner and overnight at a hotel in the Nagoya/Aichi area, depending on the actual local situation.

Morning: The group has breakfast at the hotel and checks out. The journey continues as the group sets off for sightseeing:
Oshino Hakkai Old Village: A tranquil old village nestled at the foot of Mount Fuji. Today, the houses in Oshino Hakkai still show the traditional Japanese architecture of the past. To attract tourists to this historic village, the Japanese authorities have developed Oshino Hakkai into a well-designed tourist village. The village's whole peaceful beauty radiates from its vegetable gardens.
Asakusa Kannon Temple: The oldest temple in Tokyo, built in 645 during the Edo period. It is dedicated to Guanyin, and is also the center of major annual festivals in Japan. During the cherry blossom season, Asakusa Kannon is decorated with hundreds of cherry trees, creating a romantic and unique scene.
Free time to sightsee and shop on Nakamise, the souvenir shopping street.
Tokyo Skytree – view from the Sumida River (excluding the tower ascent fee)
Guests are free to shop in the Akihabara shopping paradise (if time allows).
Evening: The group has dinner at a restaurant and stays overnight at a hotel in Tokyo.
SPECIAL: During the sightseeing day in Tokyo, guests enjoy a distinctive, entertaining GEISHA SHOW, take photos and interact with Geisha artists: Geisha are traditional Japanese entertainers, thoroughly trained to perform music, dance, poetry and conversation. They often appear at tea ceremonies, cultural events and entertainment districts. To become a geisha, a woman must undergo a long, rigorous and well-structured training process lasting many years. They learn to play traditional instruments such as the shamisen, sing traditional songs, perform traditional dances, and also learn how to communicate, behave elegantly and master the art of conversation. Geisha costumes are also elaborate and refined; they typically wear vivid kimono, heavy makeup and tall decorative hair combs.

Morning: The group has breakfast at the hotel. The coach and tour guide take the group sightseeing.
Tokyo Imperial Palace: The former residence of the Emperor, with extremely luxurious and magnificent architecture. It impresses not only with its ancient design but also with harmonious natural scenery and a fresh, pleasant atmosphere. (Guests take photos from the outside)
Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building: One of the most outstanding and striking architectural symbols of the capital Tokyo, designed by the talented architect Kenzō Tange and completed in 1991, with a shape that resembles an integrated circuit or a Gothic cathedral. The building consists of two skyscraper towers, each with a free observation deck at about 202 m, allowing visitors to admire panoramic views of Tokyo, including Mount Fuji on clear days. It is also the headquarters of the Tokyo Metropolitan Government.
You have lunch at a restaurant. The coach and tour guide take you to Haneda Airport to check in for flight VN385 (16h35 – 20h55) back to Noi Bai Airport.
Guests use the time to visit and shop for duty-free goods in the airport area.
Upon arrival in Hanoi, the tour guide says farewell to the group and the programme concludes. We look forward to seeing you again on your next journey.