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IMMERSE YOURSELF IN Old and New Japan Start Your Journey in Tokyo

Tokyo is located on Tokyo Bay in the Kanto region of Honshu, Japan’s largest island. The closest airport is Haneda officially known as Tokyo International Airport. Tokyo is known for its fashion and shopping, from the trendy shopping districts of Harajuku and Shibuya, to the luxury flagships of Ginza. Shinjuku is the thriving business district; a mix of gleaming skyscrapers and atmospheric back streets with tiny bars. Asakusa is the heart of Tokyo’s downtown, with ancient temples and traditional stores. Tokyo is a foodie paradise with more Michelin-starred restaurants than any other city in the world, along with hundreds of cheap and delicious ramen shops.
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Japan, island country lying off the east coast of Asia. It consists of a great string of islands in a northeast-southwest arc that stretches for approximately 1,500 miles (2,400 km) through the western North Pacific Ocean. Nearly the entire land area is taken up by the country’s four main islands; from north to south these are Hokkaido (Hokkaidō), Honshu (Honshū), Shikoku, and Kyushu (Kyūshū). Honshu is the largest of the four, followed in size by Hokkaido, Kyushu, and Shikoku. In addition, there are numerous smaller islands, the major groups of which are the Ryukyu (Nansei) Islands (including the island of Okinawa) to the south and west of Kyushu and the Izu, Bonin (Ogasawara), and Volcano (Kazan) islands to the south and east of central Honshu. The national capital, Tokyo (Tōkyō), in east-central Honshu, is one of the world’s most populous cities.

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Hakone , Tokyo , Yokohama Discover Destinations
Departure Location
Cairo International Airport to Narita International - Airport
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Narita International Airport to Cairo International Airport
Price includes
  • 4 Stars Hotel with Twin room
  • Current Hotel Taxes and Service Charges
  • International Air, unless expressly paid for
  • Other International flights
  • Porterage for a maximum of two bags per person
  • Visa arrangements
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  • A guided tour of important places
  • Accommodation in single twin share room
  • All meals included
  • Beautifully illustrated souvenir map
  • Current Hotel Taxes and Service Charges
  • Entrance tickets to monuments and museums
  • Excess baggage charge
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  • Increases in airfares or Government imposed taxes
  • Meals, unless expressly states
  • Medical insurance and emergency insurance
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  • Personal expenses
  • Professionally guided tour
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  • Tips to guide and driver
  • Unlimited bottled water
Tokyo

Tokyo

As Japan’s capital and the world’s most populous metropolis, Tokyo offers tradition and innovation, and unlimited opportunities to eat, shop and explore
Tokyo is located on Tokyo Bay in the Kanto region of Honshu, Japan’s largest island. The closest airport is Haneda officially known as Tokyo International Airport. Tokyo is known for its fashion and shopping, from the trendy shopping districts of Harajuku and Shibuya, to the luxury flagships of Ginza.

Shinjuku is the thriving business district; a mix of gleaming skyscrapers and atmospheric back streets with tiny bars. Asakusa is the heart of Tokyo’s downtown, with ancient temples and traditional stores. Tokyo is a foodie paradise with more Michelin-starred restaurants than any other city in the world, along with hundreds of cheap and delicious ramen shops.

Tokyo
Tokyo
Tokyo
Tokyo

Exploring Tokyo’s dizzying array of restaurant and dining options, from theme cafes to haute cuisine
Checking out the latest electronics, games and gadgets at Akihabara, the home of technology and anime culture
Experiencing vibrant youth culture in Harajuku and Shibuya, the trend capitals of Tokyo
Visiting Tokyo’ s most famous temple, Sensoji, before ferrying down the Sumida River and learning the role the city’s waterways played in Edo-era Tokyo

Tokyo

Elegant Imperial gardens, vast underground shopping malls, art and fine dining






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Day 1

CAI Airport 18:50 Departure

Cairo CAI Airport EK924 (18:50) Departure to Dubai(DXP airport) Transit time is 2hours 15minuts

Day 2

NRT Airport 17:35 Arrival

Transfer from Narita airport to Tokyo Downtown by JR Narita Express (NEX) or JR Sobu Line or Keisei Skyliner or Keisei Limited Express or Keisei/Keikyu Narita-Haneda Limited Express or Bus or Taxi (Overnight in Tokyo).

Day 3

Tokyo

Kawagoe Warehouse District Walk through this living museum In the center of Kawagoe is Kurazukuri Street, home to merchant storehouses built during the Edo period of wood and clay. These houses are a symbol of the city's commercial legacy and today many of them house shops and restaurants. The tallest of the buildings is Toki-no-Kane Bell Tower, a functioning clock tower that rings four times daily. Built inside an old tobacco store is the Kurazukuri Museum. The museum exhibits tools and machines used by local tradesmen. Adjacent to the warehouse district is Kashiya Yokocho, "Candy Alley," lined with stores selling traditional sweets. Held on the third weekend of October, Kawagoe Festival is a float-filled celebration of the nearby Hikawa Shrine. Visit the Kawagoe Festival Museum to learn more about the event and see some of the floats up close. 10 minutes on foot Kitain Temple Visit the remains of the city's famous castle Kitain Temple is also worth visiting as it contains the last remaining palace buildings of the former Edo Castle and is home to the famous Gohyaku Rakan stone statues. For further exploration into Kawagoe's history, head to Honmaru Goten, the last surviving building of Kawagoe Castle. Recently renovated, it's now open to the public. 10 minutes on foot Taisho Roman Street Stroll through the city's historic shopping strip Sitting between Hon-Kawagoe Station and the Warehouse District is where you'll find Taisho Roman Street. This picturesque strip is home to an eclectic collection of shops including the Kasumi Flower honey store, which has been featured in countless magazines and TV programs. (Overnight in Tokyo) .

Day 4

Tokyo

A Downtown Shopping Adventure in Tokyo Old-school shopping in the capital Ameya Yokocho (Ameyoko) The place to shop for offbeat souvenirs Part open-air market and located minutes away from Ueno Station, bustling Ameyoko is where you can watch marketeers selling their goods. Grab a fruit stick to snack on and see the “tatakiuri” vendor in action, selling bags of chocolate candies for 1,000 yen. Many stores focus on selling one kind of item only. Essential stops include stores dedicated to surplus military gear, a nod to the market's origins in the black market following World War II, or artisanal denim jeans. 10 minutes on foot Kappabashi Street A definite must for professional and amateur chefs alike Kappabashi Street is also known as Tokyo's “Kitchen Town.” Like Ameyoko , many stores focus on selling one kind of item only. Visit here for knives, crockery and plastic food replicas—these are some of the area's most popular souvenir items. Magnets shaped like sushi and yakitori and food-themed smartphone covers make for some more unusual Tokyo gifts. Statues of kappa, water imps in Japanese folklore with beaks for mouths, can be found throughout the area. 9 minutes on foot Nakamise Street A shopping street dating back to the 17th century Connecting the famous Asakusa sightseeing spots of Kaminarimon Gate and Sensoji Temple, the vermillion-lacquered structures lined along this stone-paved shopping arcade are quintessentially Japanese. A street bustling with visitors, browse Nakamise Street's 90-odd stalls to see everything from wooden kokeshi dolls and maneki Neko “beckoning cat” figurines to Japan-themed t-shirts and kimono-type bathrobes. Snacks such as red bean-filled sweets and deep-fried rice crackers make for popular edible souvenirs. (Overnight in Tokyo)

Day 5

Tokyo

Tsukiji Outer Market Tsukiji remains a center of Japan's seafood world Although the famous Tsukiji Fish Market officially moved to Toyosu on October 11, 2018, Tsukiji's outer market remains a lively business district and is home to some of Tokyo's best restaurants. Browse the alleyways which house shops selling food and kitchen equipment, and sample some of the freshest seafood around. Try street snacks such as omelets and rice balls, or join a sushi-making workshop with a professional chef as your guide. 40 minutes  Metro + on foot Edo Tokyo Museum Learn about life in the Edo period in miniature before seeing the real thing After a meal at the market, head to this spacious museum, which explores daily life in Edo, now called Tokyo. Here, you can see a vast array of recreations and dioramas showcasing what the city looked like and how its people lived 200 years ago. It feels like stepping back in time. 3 minutes on foot Ryogoku Kokugikan Home of Japan's national sport Just next door to the Edo Tokyo Museum is Ryogoku Kokugikan, the venue for the famous Grand Sumo Tournament. Tournaments take place at the Kokugikan in Tokyo in January, May and September each year, but the Sumo Museum on the 1st floor is open year-round. 20 minutes By Train Sensoji Temple Tokyo's oldest and busiest temple and the city's newest landmark are a must-see Said to be built in 628 and with over 30 million annual visitors, Sensoji is one of Tokyo's most famous sights. Start at the Kaminari Gate just outside the station, and stroll the old shopping street leading up to the temple grounds. Once at the temple, light some incense, make an offering, and get your fortune or a protection charm. 3 minutes by Tain Tokyo Skytree The city's tallest landmark offers stunning views Looking across the river from Sensoji, it's hard to miss the gleaming metal tower that is Skytree. From its observation deck, 450 meters off the ground, you can gaze out over the entire city, sometimes all the way to Mt. Fuji. At the base of the tower is a shopping mall complex where you can buy goods for famous Japanese characters. There's also a planetarium and aquarium here. 13 minutes by Tain Akihabara Pop culture, electronics, and plenty of neon in Tokyo's “Electric Town” Once home to the city's radio and electronics hobbyists, Akihabara has transformed into a center for anime, video games, J-pop, and plenty of other Japanese pop culture phenomena. Visit a multi-story arcade, shop for the newest high-end electronics and computers, or just geek out over your favorite games and shows. There are themed cafes for cartoon series Gundam, as well as pop idol group AKB48. Stop by eclectic shopping mall Don Quixote for weird snacks and souvenirs, or Super Potato for retro video games. 30 minutes by Tain Shibuya Tokyo's "Times Square" comes alive at night around the famous Shibuya Scramble Right outside the station, you'll be faced with one of Tokyo's most iconic sights: the pedestrian scramble. Busy any time of the day, the scenery is best when all the signs and screens are lit up. Famous for its shopping and fashion during the day, Shibuya is also home to Tokyo's liveliest evening spots. Here you'll find hundreds of dining options, plenty of bars, and multi-level nightclubs to dance the night away in. Finish your busy day off with some classic karaoke in a private room. (Overnight in Tokyo).

Day 6

Mt. Takao

From Tokyo: 1 hour 10 minutes By Metro Mt. Takao Six hiking trails for beginners and intermediates Mt. Takao has six trails leading to the summit of the mountain. This itinerary follows trail No. 1 which takes about 110 minutes to the top. For less ambitious hikers, there are a cable car and chairlift that will take you halfway up the mountain. Along the way you will pass the Monkey Park, home to over 60 named monkeys. Taken a short break from hiking here to watch the monkeys climb and play in the trees. As you continue your hike you will pass the Wild Plant Garden, which showcases the many varieties of plants and flowers found around Mt. Takao. Trail No. 1 Hike along Trail No. 1 to see the best of Mt. Takao Trail No. 1 brings you to Tako-sugi, or the octopus cedar, a giant tree whose roots shoot out above the ground like an octopus. Further along the trail is Yakuoin, a Buddhist temple founded in 744. Yakuoin is devoted to the long-nosed Tengu, a goblin who lives around sacred mountains and is tasked with keeping away evildoers. The summit of Mt. Takao, with its clear views of distant Mt. Fuji, is a short walk from the temple. 6 minutes on foot Takao 599 Museum Unwind after your hike Visit Takao 599 at the bottom of the mountain to learn more about Mt. Takao's historical and cultural significance. The museum also showcases the many plants and animals native to Mt. Takao. A soak in Gokurakuyu Onsen, next to Takaosanguchi Station, is the perfect end to a day of hiking. The spa has indoor and outdoor baths, massage services and a restaurant. (Overnight in Tokyo).

Day 7

Tokyo

Meiji-jingu Shrine A sanctuary in the city Meiji-jingu, one of the country's most famous shrines, is located just across the road from the bustling, candy-colored streets of Harajuku . Dedicated to the souls of Emperor Meiji and Empress Shoken, the shrine is accessed via a long path surrounded by a calm forest, planted over a period of 90 years after Emperor Meiji passed away in 1912. It is particularly beautiful in June when the irises and hydrangeas reach full bloom. 30 minutes by Metro Ueno Park Museums, natural beauty and special events Ueno Park is home to museums, sacred sites, and green surroundings. Shinobazunoike Pond, located in the middle of the park, is particularly beautiful in spring when the ground is covered in soft pink blossoms. Rowboat rentals are available. Tokyo National Museum is one of the many museums you'll find in Ueno Park. Inside you'll find one of the biggest collections of Japanese archaeological artifacts. Shitamachi Fuzoku Shiryokan hosts a nostalgic display of Japanese life from late Meiji era (1868-1912) to early Showa era (1926-89). Scattered throughout the grounds you'll find a number of shrines and temples. Keep an eye out for Toshogu Shrine, the octagonal-shaped temple hall of Bentendo on an island in Shinobazu Pond, and Kiyomizu Kannon Temple with a balcony that extends out from the hillside. 10 minutes on foot Kyu-Iwasaki-tei Garden Stately mansion in a serene setting Just outside the park grounds you'll find Kyu-Iwasaki-tei Garden, the former residence of the Iwasaki family, founders of the Mitsubishi Group. Designed by Josiah Condor in 1869, the wood structure is an architectural marvel and is surrounded by a lush garden. 20 minutes on foot Nezu-jinja Shrine Ancient shrine in a vintage neighborhood Nezu-jinja Shrine is believed to have been founded about 1,900 years ago. In April, the area is dotted with blooming pink azalea flowers. The shrine's serene grounds match the quiet residential neighborhood that surrounds it. Yanesen Step into Tokyo's shitamachi Surrounding Nezu-jinja Shrine is Yanesen, a collection of three neighborhoods that seems frozen in time. Market stalls, retro buildings, and quaint eateries overflow with old-school charm. It's the perfect place to spend the remainder of the day, taking a leisurely evening stroll and stopping by a local restaurant for dinner. (Overnight in Tokyo).

Day 8

Yokohama From Past to Present

Minato Mirai 21 The glittering jewel in Yokohama's crown The city's biggest tourist attraction, Minato Mirai 21 is the central business district of Yokohama and home to various attractions, shopping outlets and a relaxing seaside park. Have a stroll in Yamashita Park for stunning views of the bay, then scale Landmark Tower for an unbeatable panoramic view from the Sky Garden. Akarenga the Red Brick Warehouse is a commercial complex that includes a number of restaurants and stores selling souvenirs and artisanal crafts. A few minutes away by foot you'll find Cosmo World, a retro-style theme park offering endless hours of fun for the whole family. 13 minutes by Train+on foot  Yokohama Archives of History Learn about the city's international roots To appreciate the futuristic culture of the city, it’s key to learn about what came before. Pop by the Yokohama Archives of History, constructed in 1931 and once used as a British consulate it now exhibits displays covering all facets of the city’s richly diverse history.  20 minutes by bus Sankeien Garden Stroll through this large garden and see Japanese architecture Situated a little south of the city center is Sankeien Garden, a spacious Japanese style garden that opened to the public in 1904. With its clusters of historic buildings and teahouses, visiting the garden feels like stepping into old-world Kyoto. With its almost surreal tranquility, it’s perfect for midday strolling, combined with a scenic picnic lunch. 18 minutes by bus The Port of Yokohama See a different side of the city on a bay cruise You’ve seen the port from top of Landmark Tower, but to get a new perspective on the city, head back to the port for a scenic cruise along the bay. There are a number of day and night cruises available, and you can catch a boat from the port. For an unforgettable experience, consider an evening cruise so you can witness the beauty of Yokohama in the daylight and at dusk. (Overnight in Tokyo).

Day 9

Hakone an Easy Excursion from Tokyo

From Tokyo Station: Metro+Train 55 minutes
From Shinjuku Station:by Train 1 hour 35 minutes


Hakone Free Pass
Get around with scenic train and boat rides
There are a variety of ways to travel to and around the Hakone area. The discounted Hakone Free Pass gives you unlimited rides on any of the trains, buses, ropeways, or boats operated by Odakyu. Two-and three-day passes are available. It also includes discounts on some local attractions.
If you're traveling from Tokyo, you can enjoy a truly unique train ride by booking the Romance Car. This upgraded limited express train is discounted for those with the Hakone Free Pass.
Once in the area, the Hakone Tozan line is one of Japan's most scenic rides, and takes you along steep slopes and lush green river valleys as you travel from stop to stop.


1 hour 30 minutes by Train

Odawara Castle
Climb a castle with a collection of samurai artifacts
Odawara, along the coast, serves as the start of the Hakone area where the Hakone Tozan train line will take you up among the mountains. Before you head to the mountains of Hakone, take the time to see Odawara Castle , the closest keep to Tokyo with an impressive collection of samurai-era artifacts.

Enoura Observatory
An art observatory overlooking Sagami
A 30-minute bus ride from Odawara castle is the Enoura Observatory , a beautifully designed art complex with gorgeous seaside views, which opened to the public in October 2017. Take the bus from Hakoneguchi bus stop, an 8-minute walk from the castle, to Enourakominkan bus stop. Reservations are required to visit the observatory, so check the website for availability.

1 hour by bus

Hakone Kowakien Yunessun
Relax at a hot spring theme park
Making your way further into the mountains, you'll come to the charming riverside shopping streets and high-class hot spring resorts of Tonosawa and Hakone Yumoto.
To start your tour of Hakone's many unique hot springs, visit Hakone Kowakien Yunessun . This hot spring theme park has one-of-a-kind green tea, red wine, and coffee baths. There's even a waterslide in addition to plenty of traditional, relaxing baths for you to enjoy.

Day 10

Tokyo

* Transfer to Narita (NRT Airport) * NRT Airport 22:30 Departure. * Dubai (DXP airport) Transit time is 4hours 10minuts .

Day 11

Cairo

CAI Airport 10:05 Arrival.

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Japan, island country lying off the east coast of Asia. It consists of a great string of islands in a northeast-southwest arc that stretches for approximately 1,500 miles (2,400 km) through the western North Pacific Ocean. Nearly the entire land area is taken up by the country’s four main islands; from north to south these are Hokkaido (Hokkaidō), Honshu (Honshū), Shikoku, and Kyushu (Kyūshū). Honshu is the largest of the four, followed in size by Hokkaido, Kyushu, and Shikoku. In addition, there are numerous smaller islands, the major groups of which are the Ryukyu (Nansei) Islands (including the island of Okinawa) to the south and west of Kyushu and the Izu, Bonin (Ogasawara), and Volcano (Kazan) islands to the south and east of central Honshu. The national capital, Tokyo (Tōkyō), in east-central Honshu, is one of the world’s most populous cities.

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High rise, fast-paced, and neon-lit, Tokyo is as futuristic as it is historical As Japan’s capital and the world’s most populous metropolis, Tokyo offers tradition and innovation, and unlimited opportunities to eat, shop and explore

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Tokyo, formerly (until 1868) Edo, city and capital of Tokyo to (metropolis) and of Japan. It is located at the head of Tokyo Bay on the Pacific coast of central Honshu. It is the focus of the vast metropolitan area often called Greater Tokyo, the largest urban and industrial agglomeration in Japan.

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