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10-Day Beijing and Tokyo Vacation with Round-Trip Airfare, Accommodations, and Guided Tours from Friendly Planet Travel

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Absolutely had to trip of a life time. The personnel at Friendly planet were amazing, especially our driver James. Would go again in a hearts beat!! Would definitely try to stay a little longer (did the whirl wind 8 day tour).

Visit the Great Wall of China, Tokyo Tower, and the Ginza shopping district on a 10-day vacation in Beijing and Tokyo

What You Get

  • Starting at $1,899 per person, 10-day/8-night tour of Beijing and Tokyo with airfare
  • 16 options available, including departures in January, February, March, or April 2014 from LAX or SFO
  • Click "See Options" to see all options and departure dates.

    Note: All options priced per person and valid for a Travel with a Friend package (two Groupons required), or pay an additional $499 fee on 1/6, 1/13, 2/10, or 2/24 or $599 for all other dates to travel solo. Read about package structures here.

    Policies and Fees

    For all options, book by: 10/29/13

    • Cancellation policy & fees: 75-day cancellation notice required or fee of $300/person; 74–45-day or fee of $600/person; 44–30-day or fee of $1,000/person; 29–10 day or fee of $1,500/person; 9 day or fee of up to Groupon price.
    • Taxes: Tax included
    • Additional fees: China visa fee ($170-$185) and gratuities not included

    • Airfare priced per person and based on double occupancy

      Read the Fine Print for important info on travel dates and other restrictions.

Vacation in Two Asian Capitals with Ancient Marvels and Modern City Centers

Beijing and Tokyo blend the past and the present, with neon city centers interspersed with temples, shrines, and gardens dating back thousands of years. On this 10-day, 8-night tour of Beijing and Tokyo from Friendly Planet Travel, you’ll discover both new marvels and ancient monuments as you visit the Great Wall of China, Tokyo Tower, and Tokyo’s stylish shopping districts.

The vacation includes:

  • Round-trip flight from Los Angeles (LAX) or San Francisco (SFO) on Air China
  • Flight from Beijing to Tokyo
  • All ground transportation and transfers
  • Four nights at Kempinski Hotel Beijing (4.5 stars)
  • Four nights at New Otani Garden Tower (5 stars) or Hotel Okura (4.5 stars)
  • Daily buffet breakfast and 1 lunch
  • Great Wall of China tour and Tokyo city tour with local guides<p>

Click here for the full itinerary.

Day 1: En route to Beijing

  • Flight time: 12.5 hours from San Francisco (SFO); 13 hours from Los Angeles (LAX)<p>

Days 2–6: Beijing

After arriving in Beijing, you’ll transfer to the 4.5-star Kempinski Hotel Beijing to rest up after the long journey. The third day is a full day of leisure. On the 4th day, you’ll take a full-day guided tour, including a provided lunch, of the Great Wall of China. The wall, which took more than 2,000 years to build, zigzags across approximately 3,750 miles of hills and mountains. Spend the rest of your time in Beijing exploring the city at your leisure.

  • Optional excursions: guided tour of the Summer Palace and the Forbidden City with a trip to the Panda Zoo ($62 per person; includes lunch); Peking duck dinner and a show ($53 per person); Beijing’s hutongs and the Temple of Heaven ($65 per person; includes lunch); visit to Gaobeidian Village to experience local life and a chance to prepare dinner with a local family ($45 per person)<p>

Days 6–10: Tokyo

Board a flight to Tokyo in the morning and then check in to the 5-star New Otani Garden Tower or the 4.5-star Hotel Okura. The following day, take a guided city tour that visits the Tokyo Tower—a red and white tower modeled after the Eiffel Tower. You’ll also see a Japanese shrine and the Imperial Palace’s gardens, where the current emperor of Japan keeps his video-game collection. The final stop of the day is Ginza, an entertainment district lined with boutiques, restaurants, and the famous Kabuki Theater. Spend the next few days sightseeing on your own.

  • Optional excursions: a trip to Mount Fuji, Japan’s highest peak and a major influence on its artwork ($170 per person; includes lunch)<p>

Day 10: En route to USA

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How much would it cost to fly from an airport not listed as part of this deal?

This deal is only available from the gateways included.

2. Can we extend our trip before or after the promotional dates for the deal?

Late returns are possible at a cost of $100 per person, plus any difference in airfare and additional services required, and are subject to availability. To book a late return, let Friendly Planet know and they’ll do their best to accommodate your request.

3. How do I find out if the dates I want to travel are available?

If your requested date is available for purchase on Groupon’s site, it should still be available.

4. What happens if I buy the Groupon and my travel dates are not available?

Technically, you should not be able to buy a Groupon for a sold out date or departure city.

5. Does my child need a Groupon, and can they stay in my room?

Every passenger traveling is required to have one. Triple rooms are not available.

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Traveler's Tips

  • A passport is required for all travel outside the U.S.
  • Before international travel, always check the State Department's website for important info on the destination and its entry/exit requirements.

Need To Know Info

  • Promotional value expires Oct 29, 2013. Amount paid never expires.
  • Book by 10/29/13 or promo value expires
  • 2/person, +2 as gifts
  • Valid only for option bought
  • Reservation req’d, subject to availability
  • 75-day cancellation notice required or fee of $300/person; 74-45-day or fee of $600/person; 44-30-day or fee of $1,000/person; 29-10 day or fee of $1,500/person; 9 day or fee of up to Groupon price
  • 21+ to book, 8+ to travel
  • Travelers under 18 must be accompanied by an adult (21+)
  • CC req’d at booking
  • Visa fee ($170-$185), gratuities not included
  • $499 fee on 1/6, 1/13, 2/10, or 2/24 or $599 for all other dates to travel solo
  • Merchant is solely responsible to purchasers for the care and quality of the advertised goods and services.
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Janet
1 rating|1 review
Absolutely had to trip of a life time. The personnel at Friendly planet were amazing, especially our driver James. Would go again in a hearts beat!! Would definitely try to stay a little longer (did the whirl wind 8 day tour).
Charles
Top reviewer
8 ratings|5 reviews
Just follow the instructions that are given by the Friendly Planet advisors. Great trip!
Jesus
Top reviewer
67 ratings|12 reviews
Great time! Very organized! Loved my tour guide, Madon!
Daniel
2 ratings|1 review
first time. for us to travel with your company
Marcelino
1 rating|1 review
Good deal due to the fact that includes airfare, however, be prepared to spend extra bucks for insurance (a Must), visas and so forth

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