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Mt.Fuji & Hakone Sightseeing - Enjoy a day of taking in the different views of Mt.Fuji.First, you will travel to Lake Ashi for a relaxing cruise.This lake, formed by a volcanic eruption 3,000 years ago is set with Mt.Fuji as the backdrop.With most of the shores not particularly developed, you can enjoy some beautiful scenery and mountain views.Next you will travel to the Hakone Sky Gondola for a ride over the Owakudani Valley, where you will see sulphur fields, as well as views out to Lake Ashinoko and Mt.Fuji.This is followed by the Shinkansen (Bullet train) back to Tokyo, where the tour completes and you are free to continue exploring, or travel back to the hotel if you wish.Kyoto Temples, Shrines & Spring Blossoms Tour - Kobe Port - Head to Heian Shrine in the hope of seeing the 300 Cherry Blossom trees in bloom (sighting can never be guaranteed).The shrine itself dates back just over 100 years ago to 1895 and is dedicated to the spirits of the last and first emperors who reigned from the city.Kyoto's former name was Heian.Next you will visit the World Heritage Site, Tenryuji Temple where there are approximately 200 Cherry Blossom trees.Built in 1339 by Ashikaga Takauji, the ruling shogan at the time who dedicated the temple to the deceased Emperor Go-Daigo.This was Takauji's way of appeasing the former emperor's spirits after the two had turned from allies to enemies.The last stop of the day is Fushimi Inari Shrine, where thousands of red and black Torii Gates line a walking trail leading into Mt.Inari's wooded forest.Inari is the Shinto god of rice and Fushimi Inari is one of the most important shrines dedicated to the god.Shimizu Views of Mt.Fuji & Spring Blossoms Tour - Shimizu Port - Call at Nihondaira, a hilly area with stunning views across to Mt.Fuji (weather permitting) and over Suruga Bay.In addition the area boasts in the region of 2,000 Cherry Blossom trees, so a great opportunity to try and spot the gorgeous blossoms (please note sighting can never be guaranteed).Next take the ropeway over to Kunozan Toshogu Shrine - this is also an opportunity to enjoy an aerial view of the blossoms and Suruga Bay.A variety of distinctive open-seating restaurants, all at no cover charge Small luxurious ship catering to just 1,250 guests Exceptional Personalised Service Elegant casual ambience, no jacket or tie required Aquamar Spa and Vitality Centre 24 Hour Butler Service in all suites Longer time in port and more overnight stays Free Wifi Free Soft Drinks & Speciality Coffees Free Fitness Centre Free Room Service 24 Hours a Day Free Still and Sparkling Vero Water Free Launderette Free Shuttle to City Centre
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