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From Tokyo to Hong Kong: A Journey of East Asian Wonders

Wahid Idrissi

Wahid Idrissi

7 Jan 2024

Embark on a 20-day adventure through Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, Cebu City, Manila, and Hong Kong. Discover ancient temples, indulge in delicious cuisine, and immerse yourself in vibrant cultures. Join me as I explore the wonders of East Asia!

Trip to Tokyo

Day 1Tokyo's Hidden Gems and Majestic Temples
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$121

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$ 3

スターバックス
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$20
2 - 3 min

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Ueno Zoo
19th-century zoo with 400+ animal species, including pandas, a petting area & a 5-story pagoda.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$20
13 - 20 min

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Uguisudani-en (鶯谷園)
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$32
12 - 17 min

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Tokyo National Museum
Stately museum complex devoted to the art & antiquities of Japan, as well as other Asian countries.
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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$25
11 - 14 min

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Sensō-ji
Completed in 645, this temple, Tokyo's oldest, was built to honor Kannon, the goddess of mercy.
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
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Free
6 - 9 min

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Kinraku (金楽)
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
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$24
Day 2Imperial Splendor and Italian Delights in Tokyo
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$118

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$ 12

東瀛
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$22
15 - 22 min

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Ueno Park
Popular city park featuring ample walking paths, a lake with boat rentals, a zoo & several museums.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
24 - 29 min

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Elio Locanda Italiana
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$26
11 - 14 min

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Imperial Palace
This site with scenic gardens & tours of the grounds is the main residence of the emperor of Japan.
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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Free
10 - 12 min

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Tokyo Tower
Reminiscent of the Eiffel Tower, this landmark features observation areas & other attractions.
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
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$38
24 - 29 min

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trattoria Tanta Bocca
8:00 PM - 9:30 PM
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$32
10 - 15 min

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Meiji Jingu
Surrounded by forest, this venerable Shinto shrine features a seasonal iris garden.
9:30 PM - 11:30 PM
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Free
Day 3From Disney Magic to Ghibli's Enchanting World
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$225

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$ 9

Oceano (オチェーアノ)
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$20
4 - 5 min

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Tokyo DisneySea
Part of the Disney resort, this large park has 7 themed ports of call with rides, shows & dining.
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
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$120
71 - 86 min

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Krung Siam (クルン・サイアム)
吉祥寺店
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
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$32
10 - 12 min

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Ghibli Museum
Whimsical museum dedicated to the famed animation studio with a play area, theater & rooftop garden.
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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$25
6 - 8 min

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Cafe RIGOLETTO
8:30 PM - 10:00 PM
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$28
Day 4A Fairytale Experience at Tokyo Disneyland
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$194

Queen of Hearts Banquet Hall (クイーン・オブ・ハートのバンケットホール)
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$18
4 - 6 min

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Tokyo Disneyland
Tokyo offshoot of the iconic theme park known for its rides, live shows & costumed characters.
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
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$120
6 - 9 min

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Restaurant Hokusai (れすとらん北齋)
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
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$30
3 - 4 min

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The Blue Bayou Restaurant (ブルーバイユー・レストラン)
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$26

Budget breakdown: $3330 In total

Activities & Food:$3204
Transport:$127

Trip to Kyoto

Day 1Tokyo's Hidden Gems and Majestic Temples
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$101

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$ 12

伏見
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$20
8 - 11 min

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Tō-ji Temple
Historic Buddhist temple with a 5-story wooden pagoda & sculptures of deities from the 8th century.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$13
14 - 17 min

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Fushimi Inari Taisha
Mountainside Shinto shrine dating from 711 A.D. featuring a path with hundreds of traditional gates.
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
27 - 33 min

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地鶏家心
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$32
6 - 9 min

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Byōdō-in Temple
Tours are offered of this iconic temple with a scenic pond & garden, plus a building with artifacts.
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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$13
8 - 10 min

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三国志
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$24
Day 2Imperial Splendor and Italian Delights in Tokyo
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$125

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$ 12

ドミノ・ピザ西陣店
どのピザでも。1枚でも、何枚でも、お持ち帰り半額️ 国内デリバリーピザチェーン売上・店舗数No.1「HUNGRY TO BE BETTER - よくすることにハングリー」アツアツのおいしいピザはドミノ・ピザのネット注文が便利!
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$22
9 - 11 min

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Kinkaku-ji
Historic, tranquil temple with a gold-leaf facade set amid landscaped gardens & a reflecting pond.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$13
8 - 10 min

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Kitano Tenmangu Shrine
Shrine with 10th-century origins featuring annual festivals to mark natural & historical events.
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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$13
14 - 17 min

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魏飯夷堂
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$26
Nijō Castle
Built in 1603, this cypress-wood castle with extensive gardens was a home for the shogun Ieyasu.
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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$20
中華料理大鵬
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$32
Day 3From Disney Magic to Ghibli's Enchanting World
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$118

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$ 12

御米司 ふみや
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$20
2 - 3 min

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Higashiyama Jisho-ji
This 15th-century Zen temple features picturesque gardens & a sand mound shaped like Mount Fuji.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$13
23 - 28 min

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Kiyomizu-dera
Iconic Buddhist temple on Mount Otowa known for the scenic views afforded from its sizable veranda.
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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$25
14 - 17 min

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hale (hale -晴-)
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$32
1 - 2 min

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Nishiki Market
400-year-old iconic market studded with stalls offering all manner of Japanese edibles.
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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Free
21 - 26 min

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Kyoto Imperial Palace
Palace complex & former Imperial family residence reconstructed in 1855, with gardens & gates.
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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Free
8 - 12 min

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イーサン
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
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$28

Budget breakdown: $3330 In total

Activities & Food:$3204
Transport:$127

Trip to Ōsaka-jō

Day 1Tokyo's Hidden Gems and Majestic Temples
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$151

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$ 9

餃子の王将天満橋OMMビル店
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$20
16 - 23 min

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Osaka Castle Park
Vast green space offering gardens with cherry blossoms, athletic fields, open-air theaters & more.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$13
13 - 16 min

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万両東天満店
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$32
11 - 14 min

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Osaka Castle
Revered castle dating to 1597 & since rebuilt, featuring gardens & a museum with varied exhibits.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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$25
30 - 36 min

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Umeda Sky Building
Connected skyscrapers with a rooftop garden observatory, plus a restaurant & lounge with city views.
4:30 PM - 7:30 PM
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$38
5 - 8 min

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Malaysia Boleh (マレーシア ボレ)
8:00 PM - 9:30 PM
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$24
Day 2Imperial Splendor and Italian Delights in Tokyo
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$280

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$ 3

Park Side Grill (パークサイド・グリル)
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$22
2 - 3 min

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Universal Studios Japan
This sprawling theme park dedicated to popular American movies features rides & live entertainment.
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
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$200
33 - 40 min

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Asai Togei (おおさか料理 浅井 東迎)
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
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$26
1 - 2 min

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Shinsaibashi-Suji Shopping Street
Bustling shopping district featuring a wide range of high-end tax-free shops with airport delivery.
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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Brooklyn Parlor Osaka
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
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$32
Day 3From Disney Magic to Ghibli's Enchanting World
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$193

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$ 9

餃子の王将弁天町市岡店
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$20
10 - 12 min

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Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
One of the world's biggest aquariums, with exhibits ranging from Arctic to tropical marine life.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$63
23 - 28 min

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大起水産回転寿司道頓堀店
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$32
3 - 4 min

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Dotonbori
Lively entertainment district known for its soaring illuminated billboards, restaurants & theaters.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free
12 - 15 min

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Abeno Harukas
Osaka's tallest building features an observation deck, a department store, an art museum & a hotel.
4:30 PM - 7:30 PM
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$50
2 - 3 min

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千里しゃぶちん あべのハルカスダイニング
8:00 PM - 9:30 PM
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$28

Budget breakdown: $3330 In total

Activities & Food:$3204
Transport:$127

Trip to Cebu City

Day 1Tokyo's Hidden Gems and Majestic Temples
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$108

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$ 2

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$16
2 - 3 min

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Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral
Catholic cathedral completed in 1909, featuring an ornate golden altar & a Spanish-colonial facade.
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$25
4 - 6 min

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Magellan's Cross
Cross brought by Spanish explorers in 1521, marking the start of Christianity in the Philippines.
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$3
7 - 10 min

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Fort San Pedro
Remains of a triangular stone Spanish fortress, dating to 1738, today housing a garden & museum.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$10
9 - 11 min

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Dimsum Break
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$30
7 - 9 min

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Ding How Dimsum House
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$24
Day 2Imperial Splendor and Italian Delights in Tokyo
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$107

Manila Foodshoppe
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$14
5 - 8 min

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Minor Basilica of the Holy Child of Cebu (Basilica Del Sto. Niño)
Catholic church dating to the 1500s, rebuilt in the 1700s, known for its statue of Jesus as a child.
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM
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$8
8 - 12 min

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Casa Gorordo Museum
Built in the 1850s, this former residence of Juan Gorordo offers guided tours, a cafe & a gift shop.
10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
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$38
12 - 17 min

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Gerry's Grill
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$24
2 - 3 min

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Ding How Dimsum House
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$24

Budget breakdown: $3330 In total

Activities & Food:$3204
Transport:$127

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Trip to Manila

Day 1Tokyo's Hidden Gems and Majestic Temples
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$64

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$ 3

Conrads Cafe And Grille
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$16
12 - 18 min

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National Shrine of Our Mother of Perpetual Help
Modern Romanesque worship site with a 24-bell carillon, a revered icon & a colorful rose window.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
12 - 15 min

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SM Mall of Asia
Massive bayfront shopping mall with an amusement park, theater, restaurants & convention center.
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
18 - 22 min

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Manila Textiles Market
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$30
8 - 11 min

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Rizal Park
Grand 57-hectare park featuring lawns, gardens, outdoor events & a monument to hero José Rizal.
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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Free
8 - 12 min

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Ilustrado
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$18
Day 2Imperial Splendor and Italian Delights in Tokyo
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$72

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$ 3

Barbara's
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$14
1 - 2 min

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San Agustin Church
Historic church constructed starting in the 16th century with vaulted ceilings & detailed frescoes.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$5
8 - 10 min

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National Museum of Natural History
Zoological, botanical & geological specimens displayed in an elegant venue with a soaring atrium.
11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
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$5
25 - 30 min

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Terry's Selection
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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$24
4 - 6 min

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Ayala Triangle Gardens
Serene, triangle-shaped park with jogging paths, adjacent eateries & seasonal light shows.
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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Free
8 - 11 min

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Escolta
Feast from around the world at Escolta's renowned international buffets at breakfast, lunch and dinner featuring live cooking stations, home-baked breads, fresh pastas, hand-rolled sushi, charcuterie, Chinese noodles, carving stations, artisanal ice creams plus a 'farm-to-table' concept that highlig
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$24
Day 3From Disney Magic to Ghibli's Enchanting World
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$87

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$ 4

Harbor View Restaurant
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$16
4 - 6 min

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Manila Ocean Park
Aquatic theme park & educational facility featuring hands-on activities, an oceanarium & live shows.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$25
10 - 12 min

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Ilustrado
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$18
9 - 14 min

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National Museum of Fine Arts
Massive museum with collections of Filipino fine art, archaeology, botany, natural history & more.
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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$5
8 - 10 min

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Fort Santiago
This landmark defensive fortress features a museum commemorating the national hero José Rizal.
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
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$5
9 - 11 min

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Pepper Lunch Express
8:00 PM - 9:30 PM
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$18

Budget breakdown: $3330 In total

Activities & Food:$3204
Transport:$127

Trip to Hong Kong

Day 1Tokyo's Hidden Gems and Majestic Temples
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$209

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$ 10

Wah Fung Roast Meat Restaurant (華豐燒臘)
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$26
2 - 3 min

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Central-Mid-Levels Escalators
Hillside transportation system with 20 escalators & 3 inclined moving walkways.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
5 - 8 min

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Lan Kwai Fong
Historic district of narrow streets & alleys lined with restaurants, nightclubs & bars.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
5 - 8 min

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Mak Mak
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$30
10 - 15 min

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The Peak Tram
Victorian-era train taking visitors to the highest peak on Hong Kong island for views of the city.
2:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$25
13 - 16 min

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The Peak Tower
Leisure & shopping complex with tram terminal, viewing terrace, exhibitions & modern architecture.
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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$25
1 - 2 min

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Madame Tussauds Hong Kong
Museum chain for life-size wax replicas of famous Americans & historic icons in themed galleries.
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
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$75
22 - 27 min

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Limewood
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$28
9 - 11 min

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Stanley Market
Bustling, old-school street market with vendors selling apparel, crafts & souvenirs.
8:30 PM - 10:30 PM
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Free
Day 2Imperial Splendor and Italian Delights in Tokyo
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$286

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$ 10

Mint & Basil Thai And Vietnamese
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$18
9 - 11 min

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Hong Kong Museum of Coastal Defence
Museum at the historic Lei Yue Mun Fort tracing 600 years of Hong Kong's coastal defenses.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$25
23 - 28 min

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Ocean Park
Theme park with rollercoasters & water rides, a cable car & a marine park with animal enclosures.
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
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$175
11 - 14 min

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Casa Lisboa Portuguese Restaurant & Bar
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
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$32
4 - 6 min

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Tai Kwun - Centre for Heritage and Arts
Large complex comprised of new & landmark buildings with art shows, antique stores & bars/eateries.
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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Free
6 - 9 min

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Tango Argentinian Steakhouse
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
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$36
Day 3From Disney Magic to Ghibli's Enchanting World
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$126

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$ 13

王老吉涼茶
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$20
4 - 6 min

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Hong Kong Cultural Centre
Cultural centre with a huge concert hall & a 3-tiered theatre, plus a studio theatre & gallery.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
6 - 8 min

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Hong Kong Science Museum
Interactive, kid-friendly place with 500+ displays about energy, airplanes & other science subjects.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$25
10 - 12 min

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Chai Rung Thai BBQ (泰式燒烤)
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$30
10 - 12 min

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Lion Rock
Resembling a crouching lion, this famous mountain is a popular hiking spot for panoramic city views.
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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Free
14 - 17 min

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Hong Kong Heritage Museum
Local museum with various displays about Hong Kong heritage, including opera, design & Bruce Lee.
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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$25
12 - 17 min

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Pici
8:30 PM - 10:00 PM
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$26
Day 4A Fairytale Experience at Tokyo Disneyland
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$163

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$ 4

Jordan Curry House (佐敦咖喱屋)
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$18
2 - 3 min

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Temple Street Night Market
Everything from trinkets, jade & antiques to electronics & watches sold in a bustling night market.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
16 - 23 min

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Hong Kong Museum of History
Large museum showcasing the history & culture of Hong Kong from prehistoric to modern times.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$25
13 - 20 min

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Chesa (瑞樵閣)
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$38
2 - 3 min

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Hong Kong Space Museum
Waterside egg-shaped building with planetarium and Omnimax films, plus space and astronomy exhibits.
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
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$25
29 - 35 min

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Victoria Peak
Mountain on Hong Kong island (elevation 1,181 feet) known for its skyline & waterfront views.
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
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$25
9 - 14 min

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Rajasthan Rifles
9:00 PM - 10:30 PM
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$32
Day 5Kyoto's Serene Temples and Gastronomic Delights
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$357

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$ 7

強記冰室
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$22
15 - 18 min

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Ngong Ping 360
25-minute cable-car ride to 'village' of tourist attractions and activities, shops and restaurants.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$75
8 - 12 min

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Po Lin Monastery Restaurant (寶蓮禪寺齋堂)
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$34
5 - 8 min

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Tian Tan Buddha
Over 260 steps lead to this immense bronze Buddha, with a carved bell, museum & relics beneath it.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free
51 - 62 min

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Hong Kong Disneyland
Famous theme park complex featuring 7 areas with rides, shows and welcoming costumed characters.
4:30 PM - 8:30 PM
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$200
12 - 17 min

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Walt's Café (華特餐廳)
9:00 PM - 10:30 PM
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$26

Budget breakdown: $3330 In total

Activities & Food:$3204
Transport:$127