JAPAN: ROMANTIC AUTUMN COLORS AMID THE ALPS

Morning: Arrive at Kansai Airport, Japan, you complete immigration procedures. Then, the vehicle and tour guide take the group to visit Nara:
Osaka Castle: A symbol of Osaka city, this is also one of the castles travelers cannot miss when visiting Japan. With its magnificent architecture and vast gardens, the castle is not only a historical monument but also a beautiful check-in spot. (You take photos from outside)
The group is free to explore and shop at the bustling Shinsaibashi – Nippon Bashi shopping area (if time permits)
Noon: You have lunch at a restaurant. After lunch, the vehicle picks up the group and departs for Kyoto to visit: 
Kinkakuji Temple (Golden Pavilion): a famous Zen Buddhist temple with centuries of history, not only a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site but also a distinctive cultural symbol of Kyoto - the historic ancient capital of Japan. Rokuonji Temple is now more widely known as Kinkakuji Temple.
Evening: The group has dinner at a local restaurant and is free to explore the city at night.
Overnight at a hotel in the Gifu area

Morning: The group has breakfast at the hotel and checks out. You travel to visit:
Shirakawa-go Ancient Village: Recognized by UNESCO as a World Cultural Heritage site. When autumn arrives, Shirakawa-go is covered in the yellow and red hues of maple and Japanese horse-chestnut leaves, turning the village into a fairy-tale scene. The steep Gassho-zukuri thatched roofs peeking through kitchen smoke create a peaceful and poetic beauty, making travelers feel as if they have stepped into a romantic autumn painting full of fairy-tale charm.
Noon: You have lunch at a restaurant with the famous Hida beef. After lunch, you visit: 
Takayama Old Town: Known as the "miniature Kyoto of Gifu", this is a beautifully preserved old town, bearing the strong imprint of the Edo period (1603-1868). It is famous for its traditional wooden houses, narrow stone-paved streets and long-established shops, creating a nostalgic and peaceful atmosphere.
Evening: The group has dinner at a restaurant and overnight at a hotel in the Matsumoto area or nearby

Morning: After breakfast at the hotel, the group checks out and travels to the Kamikochi area for sightseeing, immersing themselves in the majestic natural scenery:
Kamikochi is known as the "Switzerland" of Japan for its peaceful and charming beauty of the Japanese Alps each autumn. Nestled in a valley surrounded by majestic mountain ranges, this place stands out with the emerald-green Azusa River, rustic wooden bridges, and forests turning yellow, orange, and red under the clear autumn sky. The journey to explore Kamikochi offers moments very different from Japan's bustling cities. Strolling along the Azusa River, visitors can admire towering peaks reflected on the water, feel the crisp air, and listen to the babbling stream amid the forest. In particular, Kappabashi Bridge is one of the most famous stops, opening up a stunning view of Mount Hotaka in the distance and the Azusa flowing right beneath the bridge.
In autumn, patches of forest gradually turn brilliant gold and deep red, creating a scene like a living natural painting. Kamikochi is not only a sightseeing spot but also a beautiful quiet space for visitors to immerse themselves in nature and fully feel the purity of Japanese autumn.
Free shopping at Gotemba Premium Outlet: a shopping area featuring top Japanese and international high-end stores with many goods discounted up to 50-70% (if time permits)
Evening: The group has dinner and stays overnight at a hotel in the Mount Fuji area. After dinner, you are free to enjoy natural hot spring baths within the hotel grounds in Japanese style (called Onsen in Japanese - the Japanese believe that soaking in hot spring water can treat certain ailments such as joint pain, aches, and other conditions).
SPECIAL: On the Mount Fuji sightseeing day, you will receive GOLD-LEAF MATCHA ICE CREAM AND A MEAL WITH SNOW CRAB LEGS – gifts from the travel company.

Morning: The group has breakfast at the hotel and checks out. Then, the group travels to visit:
Mount Fuji – the symbol of Japan: If the weather is nice, you will go up to Station 5 and admire the sparkling silver snow-capped peak of Mount Fuji in the sunlight.
Kawaguchiko Autumn Festival: Immerse yourself in the brilliant autumn colors by Lake Kawaguchiko, admire the rows of red and yellow maple trees along the Momiji Kairo corridor, standing out against the romantic lake scenery and majestic Mount Fuji.
Note: Sightseeing spots will be arranged according to the departure time and actual seasonal landscape conditions to bring you the best experience.
Noon: You have lunch at a restaurant. After lunch, the group visits:
Asakusa Kannon Temple: Also known as Sensō-ji Temple, one of the oldest and most sacred temples in Tokyo. Built in the 7th century, this temple is dedicated to Kannon, the Bodhisattva of Compassion, bringing peace and good fortune to those who come to pray. Visiting the temple, you will admire its unique architecture, explore the bustling Nakamise-dori street with traditional shops, and enjoy the tranquil atmosphere in the heart of Tokyo. Every year, Asakusa Kannon attracts millions of visitors from around the world to visit and pray.
View the Tokyo Sky Tree broadcasting tower from the Sumida River (not including the tower admission fee)
If time permits, you are free to shop at Akihabara electronics center.
Evening: You have dinner at a restaurant and stay overnight at a hotel in Tokyo.
SPECIAL, on the Tokyo sightseeing day, you will enjoy a GEISHA PERFORMANCE that is unique and interesting, and take photos and interact with Geisha artists: Geisha are traditional Japanese entertainers, rigorously trained to perform music, dance, poetry, and conversation. They often appear at tea parties, cultural events, and entertainment districts. To become a geisha, a woman must undergo rigorous and strict training lasting many years. They learn to play traditional instruments such as the shamisen, sing traditional songs, perform traditional dances, and also learn elegant communication, manners, and the art of conversation. Geisha attire is also very elaborate and refined. They usually wear vibrant kimonos, heavy makeup, and tall ornamental hair combs.