Japan

Experience the many faces of Japan, from Tokyo's electric energy to Kyoto's timeless grace. Begin in the ultramodern capital where ancient temples stand beside neon-lit streets, then discover Mount Fuji's majestic beauty. Speed by bullet train to Kyoto, where golden temples and bamboo forests reveal Japan's artistic soul, and ancient traditions still shape daily life.
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Itinerary

day
1
Day 1: Overnight Flight to Tokyo
day
2
Day 2: Welcome to Japan!
  • Meet your Tour Director at the airport
day
3
Day 3: Explore Tokyo
  • Guided tour of Tokyo
    Visit the Meiji Shinto Shrine, Visit the Harajuku shopping district, Visit Senso-ji temple
  • Explore Shibuya Crossing on foot
  • Karaoke experience
day
4
Day 4: Tokyo
  • Visit Akihabara Electric Town
  • Free time or Optional visit to Joypolis indoor theme park
day
5
Day 5: Tokyo - Mount Fuji area
  • Visit Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park
  • Lake Ashi boat cruise
  • Mount Komagatake cable car ride
day
6
Day 6: Mount Fuji area - Kyoto
  • Travel by bullet train to Kyoto
day
7
Day 7: Explore Kyoto
  • Guided tour of Kyoto
    Visit Kinkaku-ji temple (Golden Pavilion), Visit the Fushimi Inari-taisha shrine
  • Visit Arashiyama Bamboo Grove
day
8
Day 8: Nara
  • Enjoy an excursion to Nara
    Visit Todaiji Temple, Visit Kasuga Grand Shrine, Visit Nara Park
  • Visit the Iga-ryu Samurai and Ninja Museum
  • Special farewell dinner
day
9
Day 9: Depart for home

Inclusions

Hotels

7 overnight stays in hotels with private bathrooms

Airfare & transportation

Round-trip flights on major carriers, comfortable motorcoach and/or public transportation provided to scheduled activities

Entrances

Entrances to all activities denoted as 'visit' on itinerary

Guided sightseeing

Expert, local guides included per itinerary

Tour Director

Full-time logistical and experienced partners with your group 24/7

Meals

Special farewell meal on your final night, ensuring a high note to cap off the trip

Emergency Support

24 hour Emergency service, we will be there for you

Meals

Breakfast and dinner daily (unless otherwise noted)

Travel Protection

Included on-tour travel protection with medical , illness and more

Price Tour

Departure Date
Gateway

Free Place Ratio
Group Size Estimate
Travel Protection
($90)
($225)
Optional Excursions
Make Group Private?
Include Tips?
Rewards


Tour Fee

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