Epic Multi Centre Tour of Japan and China- 18 Nights

Includes a 7 day Japan rail pass, tours in Kyoto, Hiroshima, the Terracotta Warriors, Great Wall of China and more

Discover the contrasts, cultures and iconic landmarks of East Asia on this incredible 18-night twin-centre journey through Japan and China. Beginning in vibrant Tokyo, you'll experience a city where ancient temples stand alongside dazzling skyscrapers before using your included 7-day Japan Rail Pass to explore the country with ease on its world-famous rail network. Spend time in Nagoya before continuing to Kyoto to enjoy an included afternoon and evening tour with dinner.

Your adventure continues in Hiroshima, a city renowned for its inspiring story of resilience, before a full-day excursion to Miyajima Island reveals picturesque shrines, coastal scenery and tranquil landscapes. From Hiroshima, fly to Shanghai, where futuristic architecture, historic waterfronts and vibrant nightlife offer a fascinating introduction to China.

The journey then takes you to Xian, home of the remarkable Terracotta Warriors, providing a glimpse into China's imperial past. Finally, discover Beijing's greatest treasures, from Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City to the magnificent Great Wall of China. Visits to the Summer Palace, Temple of Heaven and Panda House complete the experience.

With flights, rail travel, transfers, guided sightseeing, selected meals and four-star accommodation included throughout, this package combines two of Asia's most captivating countries in one seamless and rewarding holiday.

Fly overnight to Tokyo

After a morning flight arrival, take your transfer (included) to your central Tokyo hotel

Grand Nikko Tokyo Daiba

Grand Nikko Tokyo Daiba is located on the artificial island of daiba in Tokyo Bay, a scenic waterfront area and one of Tokyo’s most popular tourist destinations. It is also easy access from Tokyo’s Haneda International Airport, the perfect place to stay whether your trip is for business or leisure. As an upper brand of nikko hotels international, we offer a joy-filled experience that will unwind your mind in a high-quality space where you can encounter the unique charm of the local area.

A further two night's hotel stay.

Tokyo (Honshu)

Tokyo is one of the largest cities in the world home to over 33 million residents covering 844 square miles and is located centrally on the south coast of Honshu Island. Just 3 miles south of Central Tokyo lies Haneda international airport while 35 mile to east lies Narita international airport. Tokyo offers a seemingly unlimited choice of shopping, entertainment, culture and dining to its visitors. The city's history can be appreciated in districts such as Asakusa, and in many excellent museums, historic temples and gardens. The epicentre of Tokyo features the Imperial Palace and gardens - the residence of Japan's Imperial Family and the Emperor. Ginza is the popular shopping and entertainment district, featuring numerous department stores, boutiques, art galleries, restaurants, night clubs and cafes- where you can find the infamous $10 cups of coffee. Tokyo Tower at 333 metres is the world's tallest self-supporting steel tower and one of the most recognisable landmarks in Tokyo - it is rather like a red version of the Eiffel Tower in Paris. The Odaiba area can be best compared to Canary Wharf in London - but bigger. This is a another popular shopping and entertainment district on a man-made island in Tokyo Bay. It is home to some of Tokyo's boldest architectural creations, such as the Fuji TV Building, Telecom Centre and Tokyo Big Sight. Here you will also find the hot spring theme park where you can enjoy various types of indoor and outdoor baths which are fed by hot spring water pumped from a depth of 1400 metres.

After breakfast take the train using your Japan Rail Pass (Included) to Nagoya for an overnight stay

JR Pass - 7 days Unlimited Japan Rail Travel Pass

The Japan Rail Pass (JR Pass) is a convenient 7-day unlimited travel ticket valid across the JR network, including Shinkansen bullet trains, JR-operated local trains, buses, and selected ferries. (The superfast Nozomi Shinkansen service is not included.)

For visitors planning to explore multiple cities such as Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, and Hiroshima, the JR Pass provides significant savings compared to purchasing individual tickets. A round trip between Tokyo and Osaka typically covers the cost of the pass.

To use the pass, travelers purchase an exchange voucher before arrival in Japan and activate it at a major JR station. Once issued, the pass provides seamless nationwide access for 7 consecutive days.

Daiwa Roynet Hotel Nagoya Taiko Dori Side

Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and a vending machine. You can enjoy a meal at Nha VietNam on the 1st fl serving the guests of Daiwa Roynet Hotel Nagoya Taiko dori Side, or stop in at the grocery/convenience store. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 6:30 AM to 10 AM for a fee. Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. Limited parking is available onsite. Make yourself at home in one of the 188 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and LCD televisions. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming provides entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and electric kettles. Distances are displayed to the nearest 0. 1 mile and kilometer. Mode Gakuen Spiral Towers - 0. 5 km / 0. 3 mi- Midland Square - 0.

A further overnight hotel stay.

Nagoya (Honshu)

Nagoya is the capital of Japan's Aichi Prefecture in central Honshu – Japan's main island. Here you will find shopping malls, casinos, museums and the Sakae entertainment district which features the Sky-Boat Ferris wheel. Perhaps visit Nagoya Castle, a partly reconstructed 1612 royal home displaying Edo-era artefacts.

Take the train using your Japan Rail Pass to central Kyoto for an overnight hotel stay

Hotel Granvia Kyoto

Right by JR Kyoto Station, Department store, restaurant & shopping arcades in the heart of Kyoto, the hotel offers a perfect blend of traditional and contemporary Kyoto: rooms designed to reflect the heartwarming Kyoto tradition, business support, wide range of restaurants and bars, banquet rooms, pool and fitness center. 1 min. walk from JR Kyoto Stn. Directly connected to Kyoto Stn. Please note that the minimum age is 18 years for swimming pool and fitness access. Effective from May 8th, 2023, staff will have the option to choose whether to wear a mask or not. The Kyoto City accommodation tax rate will be revised from Sunday, March 1, 2026. This tax rate will apply to stays from Sunday, March 1, 2026, regardless of the reservation date. The accommodation tax amount is per person per night. Before the change [Until Saturday, February 28, 2026] Room rates under ¥20, 000: Tax: ¥200 Room rates between ¥20, 000 and ¥50, 000: Tax: ¥500 Room rates over ¥50, 000: Tax: ¥1, 000 After the change [Sunday, March 1, 2026] Room rates under ¥6, 000: Tax: ¥200 Room rates between ¥6, 000 and ¥20, 000: Tax: ¥400 Room rates between ¥20, 000 and ¥50, 000: Tax: ¥1, 000 Room rates between ¥50, 000 and ¥100, 000: Tax: ¥4, 000 Room rates over ¥100, 000: Tax: 10, 000 yen *Accommodation tax is not included in the accommodation price. Please pay at the hotel. *The accommodation tax refers to the price for a room only, excluding meals and consumption tax. *Please note that when booking online, the price displayed does not include accommodation tax. A scheduled power outage will take place on January 21 from 1:30AM-5:40AM, February 4, 2026 from 1:00 AM-5:40 AM and February 13, 2026 from 1:30 AM-3:50 AM. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding.

A further overnight hotel stay.

Kyoto (Honshu)

Kyoto is the ancient capital of Japan until 1868. Visit Nijo Castle constructed in 1603, enjoy quiet contemplation at the imposing Todaiji Temple - Japan's largest wooden Buddhist temple and look out for tame deer in beautiful Nara Park. Nothing is as symbolic of Kyoto as Kinkaku-ji's golden reflection shimmering across the rippled surface of the pond before it.The current gold leaf-coated reconstructed temple was unveiled in 1955, five years after the 14th-century original was torched by one of the temple's monks. It is set on the water amid a garden complex in Muromachi period garden design - the most classical of Japanese gardens.

Kyoto Afternoon and Night Tour with Japanese Traditional Dinner

This course combines the Kyoto Afternoon Tour, which visits some of Kyoto's distinct shrines and temples including World Heritage Kiyomizu-dera Temple, and the Kyoto Night Tour, which offers customers the opportunity to experience Japan's traditional culture. This tour is accompanied by a National Government Licensed English Guide Interpreter. *The tour consists of a bus tour (Kyoto Afternoon Tour) until entry to Kiyomizu-dera Temple, and a walking tour (Kyoto Night Tour) afterwards.

Inclusions:

National Government Licensed English Guide Interpreter fee
Other admission fees and transportation costs included in the tour

After breakfast use your Japan Rail Pass to take the train from Kyoto to Hiroshima for your overnight hotel stay

Daiwa Roynet Hotel Fukuyama-Ekimae

Enjoy a convenient stay at Daiwa Roynet Hotel Fukuyama Ekimae, located near Fukuyama Castle and Fukuyama Rose Park. This hotel offers complimentary Wi-Fi, a TV in the common area, and a vending machine. Dine at ロカロカフェ or enjoy snacks in the coffee shop/cafe. Japanese breakfasts are available daily (fee applies). The hotel also provides dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and on-site self-parking (for a fee). The 191 guestrooms feature LCD TVs with digital programming, private bathrooms with deep soaking bathtubs, hair dryers, phones, safes, and desks. Hiroshima Airport (HIJ) is approximately 31 miles away.

A further two nights' hotel stay.

Hiroshima (Honshu)

When the first atomic bomb was dropped over Hiroshima on August 6, 1945, the city became known worldwide. The destructive power of the bomb obliterated nearly everything within a two kilometre radius. Destroyed monuments of Hiroshima's historical heritage, like Hiroshima Castle and Shukkeien Garden, were reconstructed. Hiroshima's Peace Memorial Park is one of the most prominent features of the city. At over 120,000 square meters. its trees, lawns and paths are in stark contrast to the modern surrounding downtown area. Before the bomb, this area was the political and commercial heart of the city. For this reason, it was chosen as the pilot's target. It was decided that the area would not be redeveloped but instead devoted to peace memorial facilities. Visit the A-Bomb Dome (known as the Hiroshima Peace Memorial) when the bomb exploded - it was one of the few buildings to remain standing. It has been preserved in in its bombed state making it a UNESCO World Heritage Site providing a tangible link to Hiroshima's unique past.

Hiroshima and Miyajima 1 Day Bus Tour With lunch

Experience Hiroshima with a Live Professional: Enjoy real-time guidance and historical stories from our expert guide. ・Explore Hiroshima city with a Tour bus and a comfortable air-conditioned. ・Take pictures of Great Torii from the nearest location on the ferry Join this full-day bus tour from Hiroshima Station, as we will visit some popular attractions. The first stop will be Itsukushima Shrine at Miyajima Island, which is famous for the historic site of Shinto. This shrine is known as one of the most scenic spots in Japan. You will definitely enjoy the beautiful red shrine as if it were floating in the middle of the sea. We will also visit the Atomic Bomb Dome, which tells us how miserable the destructive effects of nuclear warfare are and how important peace is. We will also visit Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park and Museum. ※If Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum is closed, we will take you to visit Hiroshima National Peace Memorial Hall for the Atomic Bomb Victims instead.

Inclusions:

Admission (Peace Memorial Museum
Itsukushima Shrine)
English Guide
Miyajima Ferry Ticket

After breakfast transfer to the airport for your flight via Tokyo to Shanghai. Then transfer to your hotel in Shanghai for an overnight hotel stay.

Grand Central Hotel Shanghai

The Grand Central Hotel boasts a prime location in Shanghai's vibrant city center, directly on Nanjing Road, the heart of the shopping and business district. Just a short walk from iconic attractions like the Bund, People's Square, and major museums, the hotel offers unparalleled access to the city's finest dining, entertainment, and shopping. Enjoy convenient transportation links with easy access to metro lines 1, 2, 8, and 10. The hotel's 353 luxurious guest rooms and suites, designed by Frederic-Rolland Design Studio and HBA Hong Kong Designer Studio, offer spacious and refined accommodations, including Shanghai's premier duplex presidential suite featuring a private garden.

A further two nights' hotel stay.

Shanghai

Shanghai is situated just over 900 miles away from Beijing and will give you a taste of China mixed with Historic British involvement - discover Ming Dynasty architecture at Jichang Garden or browse the designer boutiques of Nanjing Road. Shanghai is a fast, modern metropolitan area mixed with colonial and traditional Chinese architecture and has rapidly become one of the most popular cities in the world to visit. Also known as "Paris of the Orient", this is a city to be walked, wandered, explored and discovered in your own style. Shanghai is a dazzling blend of modern innovation and rich heritage, making it one of China's most exciting destinations. Stroll along the iconic Bund, where historic architecture meets futuristic skyscrapers, and take in breathtaking views from the Shanghai Tower, one of the tallest buildings in the world. Explore the charming Yu Garden, shop in bustling markets, and experience the city's dynamic nightlife. From world-class dining to cultural landmarks, Shanghai offers an unforgettable mix of tradition and modernity.

Fly to Xian and transfer to your hotel for an overnight stay.

Novotel Xi`an The Bell Tower

A stay at Novotel Xi'an The Bell Tower places you in the heart of Xi'an, within a 10-minute walk of Xi'an Bell Tower and Xi'an Bell Tower and Drum Tower. This 4-star hotel is 1. 8 mi (2. 9 km) from Xi'an City Walls and 1. 2 mi (1. 9 km) from Great Mosque of Xi'an. Enjoy the recreation opportunities such as a health club or make use of other amenities including complimentary wireless Internet access. Featured amenities include complimentary wired Internet access, a business center, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Planning an event in Xi'an? This hotel has 1615 square feet (150 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and a meeting room. Free self parking is available onsite. Satisfy your appetite for lunch or dinner at Food Exchange, a restaurant which specializes in international cuisine, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee. Make yourself at home in one of the 198 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature bathtubs or showers, bidets, and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and complimentary bottled water.

A further overnight hotel stay.

Xian

Xi'an, one of China's oldest cities, is world-famous as the starting point of the Silk Road and home to the legendary Terracotta Warriors. Explore the impressive Ancient City Wall, stroll through the vibrant Muslim Quarter, and visit historic landmarks like the Big Wild Goose Pagoda. Xi'an offers a fascinating blend of ancient heritage and modern charm, making it a must-see destination for history lovers and cultural explorers.

Terra-Cotta Warriors & Horses Essential Full Day Tour from Xi'an

Xi'An is the capital of Shaanxi Province and was the fabled starting point for the famous Silk Road. It served as the provincial capital for 13 dynasties, spanning a period of 1,100 years. Xi'An is unlike any major city in China, with an intact city wall, quaint local customs and a long history, even by Chinese standards. Xi'An is home of the world renowned Terra Cotta Army, an archeological site of unimaginable size and importance.

Inclusions:

Admission tickets
Chinese style lunch
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Professional English-speaking tour guide

Fly to Beijing and transfer to your hotel for an overnight hotel stay.

Holiday Inn Temple Of Heaven

A stay at Holiday Inn Temple Of Heaven, an IHG Hotel places you in the heart of Beijing, a 4-minute drive from Temple of Heaven and 6 minutes from Wangfujing Street. This upscale hotel is 4. 4 mi (7 km) from Tiananmen and 4. 8 mi (7. 8 km) from Forbidden City. Don't miss out on the many recreational opportunities, including a health club, an indoor pool, and a sauna. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a hair salon. Make yourself at home in one of the 245 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and LCD televisions. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming provides entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks. Stop by the hotel's restaurant, Cypress Court Restaurant, for lunch or dinner. Dining is also available at the coffee shop/cafe, and 24-hour room service is provided. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are available daily for a fee. Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a business center, and limo/town car service. Planning an event in Beijing? This hotel has 1383 square feet (128 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and meeting rooms. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.

A further overnight hotel stay.

Beijing

Beijing has over 200 years of history having consistently been the capital of the Liao, Jin, Yuan, Ming and Qing dynasties. Top sights include the Great Wall of China at Badaling, the Ming Tombs, Temple of Heaven, Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square.

All-Inclusive Tour: Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, Great Wall

This day highlight tour will show you 3 most popular and must see attractions in Beijing, including Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City(Note: The Forbidden City closes every Monday. If your tour date lands on a Monday, we will visit Jingshan Hill instead, where you can enjoy a full bird's-eye view of the Forbidden City.) and Mutianyu Great Wall. air-conditioning car transfer, entrance fee, round way cable car or toboggan tickets on the Great Wall and lunch are inclusive. Come and enjoy this wonderful day trip to get to know some interesting stories about this amazing city.

Inclusions:

14
6 or B: Cable car up+ down ticket Tower
A: Chairlift up+ down ticket or slide down Tower
All the local taxes
Driver with car or van
Forbidden City is closed every Monday. Visit Tiananmen Square
Jingshan Hill & Great Wall instead.
Hotel pick-up & drop-off is not included if selecting the Group Meeting at Grand Hotel option
Professional guide

A further overnight hotel stay.

Beijing Private Tour to Temple of Heaven, Panda House and Summer Palace

Discover the iconic architecture, rich culture and timeless heritage of Beijing on this exclusive private day tour. With a personal English-speaking guide and private car service at your disposal all day, you'll wander the grand Temple of Heaven Park, meet the adorable giant pandas at Beijing Panda House, and admire the breathtaking beauty of the Summer Palace—one of China's most magnificent imperial gardens. You'll also savor a delicious local lunch at a beloved spot frequented by Beijingers, enjoying a fully personalized and hassle-free journey tailored to your pace. ALL-INCLUSIVE, NO EXTRA COSTS WHATSOEVER: This tour covers all attraction entrance fees, a professional private English-speaking guide, round-trip private car with dedicated driver, and a tasty local lunch. Everything is included in your price with zero hidden charges.

Inclusions:

Entrance fee
Hotel pickup and drop-off(For hotels within the 4th ring road of Beijing city)
Professional guide
Transport by private vehicle

After breakfast transfer to the airport for your flight home.

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Manchester 26/10/26 Monday 14/11/26 Saturday £5299 View
Manchester 02/11/26 Monday 21/11/26 Saturday £5219 View
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