OVERVIEW
Embark on an unforgettable journey through Japan, starting in the vibrant city of Tokyo. After your arrival you can visit iconic attractions such as the Asakusa Kannon Temple, Shibuya Crossing, and the serene Meiji Shrine. Experience the natural beauty of Hakone, renowned for its hot springs and breathtaking views of Mount Fuji, where you'll enjoy a scenic boat cruise on Lake Ashi. Continue to Takayama to explore its historic streets and traditional Japanese markets, followed by a visit to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Shirakawago, famous for its unique gassho-zukuri farmhouses. In Kanazawa, wander through the stunning Kenrokuen Garden and the historic samurai district before making your way to Kyoto, the heart of Japan’s cultural heritage.
Here, you'll have the freedom to discover its many treasures, including the iconic Kinkaku-ji Temple, the Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, and the historic Gion district. Your adventure continues as you travel to Mt. Koya for a serene temple stay, participate in a morning ceremony, and trek part of the Kumano Kodo pilgrimage trails. Explore the sacred Nachi Shrine and its stunning waterfall, then conclude your trip in Osaka with visits to Osaka Castle and the bustling Dotonbori area. This immersive experience offers a perfect blend of Japan’s rich history, natural wonders, and vibrant urban life, making it an unforgettable Japan trip.
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DAY 1 : TOKYO (ARRIVAL)
Arrive at Narita International Airport (NRT) or Tokyo International Airport (HND).
Meet an English speaking assistant and board an airport limousine bus or train.
Transfer to your hotel / station near hotel on your own.
DAY 2 : TOKYO
Guided Tour in Tokyo (9:00 - 17:00)
You can select your own itinerary, see suggested routes :
Sample-1 : (Ameyoko Market - Asakusa Kannnon Temple - Sumida River Cruise - Hamarikyu Garden and tea break - Ginza – Akihabara)
Sample-2 : (Meiji Shrine - Omotesando (Harajuku) - Shibuya Crossing Street - Observatory of Tokyo Government Office- Kabukicho )
Sample-3 : (Edo Tokyo Museum - Tsukiji - Imperial Palace (East Garden or the Double Bridge) - Odaiba )
Transfer to your hotel with your guide.
DAY 3 : TOKYO – HAKONE (- / L / D)
Your main suitcase will be transferred from Tokyo to Kyoto.
Please leave your main suitcase at the bell desk or the front desk by 7:30 AM.
Travel with an overnight bag for your night in Hakone (1 night).
Guided Tour in Hakone (9:00 - 17:00)
Transfer to Odawara by bullet train with your guide. (30 min.)
Visit : Owakudani Boiling Valley / Ropeway / Boat Cruise on Lake Ashi
After your check-in, guide will be dismissed. Dinner at ryokan / hotel.
DAY 4 : HAKONE – TAKAYAMA (B / - / D)
Breakfast at ryokan.
Transfer to Odawara by private car on your own.
Transfer to Nagoya by bullet train on your own. (100 min.)
Meet your guide at the platform of Nagoya Station.
Guided Tour in Takayama (13:00 - 17:00)
Transfer to Takayama by limited express train with your guide. (150 min.)
Visit : Yatai Kaikan / Jinya House / Kamisannomachi
Transfer to your accommodation with your guide. Dinner at ryokan.
DAY 5 : TAKAYAMA – SHIRAKAWAGO – KANAZAWA (B / - / - )
Breakfast at ryokan.
Your main suitcase will be transferred from Takayama to Kyoto .
Please leave your main suitcase at the bell desk or the front desk by 7:30 AM.
Travel with an overnight bag for your night in Kanazawa (1 night).
Guided Tour in Takayama & Shirakawago (9:00 - 17:00)
Visit : Takayama Morning Market
Transfer to Shirakawago by local bus with your guide. (50 min.)
Visit: Shirakawago Hamlet / Wada House / Observatory Deck
Transfer to Kanazawa by local bus with your guide. (75 min.)
Transfer to your hotel with your guide
DAY 6 : KANAZAWA – KYOTO
Guided Tour in Kanazawa (9:00 - 17:00)
Visit : Kenrokuen / Higashichaya Street / Nomura Samurai House / Ohmicho Market
After the tour, guide will be dismissed.
Transfer to Kyoto by limited express train on your own. (130 min.)
Meet an English speaking assistant at the platform of Kyoto Station and be escorted until checkin.
DAY 7 : KYOTO
Guided Tour in Kyoto (9:00 - 17:00)
You can select your own itinerary, see suggested routes :
Sample-1 : (Arashiyama – Kinkaku-ji Temple - Kiyomizu Temple – Gion)
Sample-2 : (Nijo Castle - Nishiki Market- Nanzen-ji Temple - Heian Shrine)
Sample-3 : (San-ju-san-gen-do Temple - Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine – Byodo-in Temple and tea ceremony)
Transfer to your hotel with your guide.
DAY 8 : KYOTO
Whole day free at leisure.
DAY 9 : KYOTO - MT.KOYA (- / - / D)
Your main suitcase will be transferred from Kyoto to Osaka .
Please leave your main suitcase at the bell desk or the front desk by 7:30 AM.
Travel with an overnight bag for your nights in Mt.Koya and Kawayu/Yunomine Onsen (2 nights).
Guided Tour in Mt. Koya (9:00 - 17:00)
Transfer to Mt. Koya by local train and cable car with your guide. (160 min.)
Visit : Okunoin / Tokugawa Cemetery / Kongobuji / Kondo
Transfer to your accommodation (a temple stay) with your guide. Vegetarian dinner at shukubo.
DAY 10 : MT.KOYA - KUMANO KODO – (KAWAYU OR YUNOMINE ONSEN) (B / - / D)
Morning ceremony.
Vegetarian breakfast at shukubo.
Guided Tour in Kumano (9:00 - 17:00)
Transfer to Kawayu/Yunomine Onsen by private car with your guide. (150 min.)
Visit : Kumano Hongu Shrine / The Ancient Pilgrimage Trails Kumano Kodo
Walk a part of the trail with your guide. (Approximately 60 min.) Transfer to your accommodation with your guide. Dinner at ryokan.
DAY 11 : KAWAYU OR YUNOMINE ONSEN – NACHI - OSAKA (B / - / - )
Breakfast at ryokan.
Guided Tour in Nachi (9:00 - 17:00)
Visit : Nachi Shrine / Nachi Waterfall
Walk a part of Kumano Kodo Trail with your guide. (Approximately 60 min.)
Transfer to Kiikatsuura by private car with your guide. (Travel time: 60 min.)
Transfer to Osaka by limited express train and local train with your guide. (Travel time: 250 min.)
Transfer to your hotel with your guide.
DAY 12 : OSAKA
Guided Tour in Osaka (9:00 - 13:00)
Visit :Osaka Castle / Umeda Sky Building Observatory / Dotombori area
Afternoon at leisure. Guide will be dismissed.
DAY 13 : OSAKA (DEPARTURE)
Transfer to Kansai International Airport (KIX) by airport limousine bus on your own.
End of our services.
Our services include :
- Accommodation : Tokyo (2 nights), Hakone (1 night), Ryokan Takayama (1 night), Kanazawa (1 night), Kyoto (3 nights), Shukubo Mt. Koya (1 night), Ryokan Kawayu/Yunomine Onsen (1 night), Osaka (2 nights)
- Transfer : -Round trip airport transfers by airport limousine bus/local train -Private transfers, trains and buses mentioned in the itinerary *2nd class/ordinary class reserved seats for bullet trains/express trains
- Meal : 4 breakfast (Day 4, 5, 10, 11), 1 lunch (Day 3), 4 dinner (Day 3, 4, 9,10)
- Guide : private guide(Day 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12(AM)) Assistant: English speaking assistant (Day 1, 6)
- Luggage : Tokyo-Takayama, Takayama-Kyoto, Kyoto-Osaka *1 luggage per pax allowance
Our services do not include :
- Flight tickets and Airport Tax Insurance
- Meals not mentioned (BREAKFAST SUPPLEMENT)
- Extra
- Any other service not mentioned as “Included”
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City |
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Superior |
Deluxe |
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TOKYO |
Mitsui Garden Hotel Shiodome Italia-gai Shinagawa Tobu Hotel |
Grand Prince Hotel New Takanawa |
The Prince Sakura Tower |
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HAKONE |
Hakone Hotel |
The Prince Hotel Lake Ashinoko |
Hyatt Regency Hotel Hakone |
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TAKAYAMA (Ryokan) |
Hoshokaku |
Honjin Hiranoya Bekkan |
Hidatei Hanaougi |
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KANAZAWA |
Hotel Mystays Premier Kanazawa |
ANA Crowne Plaza Kanazawa |
Hotel Nikko Kanazawa |
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KYOTO |
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Rihga Royal Hotel Kyoto |
Hotel Granvia Kyoto |
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Mt. KOYA (Shukubo) |
Henjokoin (without bath / with toilet) |
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KUMANO (Ryokan) |
Fujiya Ryokan (Ryokan in Kawayu/Yunomine) |
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OSAKA |
Hearton Hotel Nishi Umeda |
Hotel Granvia Osaka |
Hilton Osaka |
Japan, an archipelago in East Asia, is a country of captivating contrasts, where ancient traditions coexist with modern innovation. Here's a comprehensive travel guide to help you to prepare your Japan vacation packages :
Tokyo :
Begin your journey in Tokyo, the bustling capital city known for its vibrant energy, futuristic skyline, and traditional neighborhoods. Explore iconic landmarks such as the Tokyo Tower, Meiji Shrine, and Senso-ji Temple in Asakusa & best places to view sunrise in tokyo.
Immerse yourself in Japanese pop culture in the bustling districts of Shibuya and Harajuku, or experience the tranquility of traditional tea ceremonies in the historic neighborhood of Yanaka.
Kyoto :
Discover Kyoto, Japan's cultural heartland and home to over 2,000 temples and shrines. Visit UNESCO World Heritage Sites such as Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion), Ginkaku-ji (Silver Pavilion), and the iconic Fushimi Inari Shrine with its thousands of vermillion torii gates.
Experience a traditional tea ceremony, participate in a kimono-wearing experience, or wander through the historic streets of Gion, known for its preserved wooden machiya houses and geisha culture.
Osaka :
Explore Osaka, known as the "Kitchen of Japan" for its vibrant food scene and lively atmosphere. Visit Osaka Castle, Dotonbori Street, and the bustling Kuromon Ichiba Market to sample local delicacies like takoyaki (octopus balls) and okonomiyaki (Japanese savory pancakes).
Experience the thrills of Universal Studios Japan or relax in the serene surroundings of the Osaka Castle Park and its beautiful cherry blossoms during spring.
Hiroshima and Miyajima :
Pay a visit to Hiroshima, a city with a poignant history, and explore the Peace Memorial Park and Museum dedicated to the victims of the atomic bomb.
Take a short ferry ride to Miyajima Island, known for its iconic "floating" torii gate at Itsukushima Shrine, designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Hokkaido :
Explore the natural beauty of Hokkaido, Japan's northernmost island, known for its stunning landscapes, hot springs, and outdoor activities. Visit the vibrant city of Sapporo, the picturesque town of Otaru, and the breathtaking beauty of the UNESCO-listed Shiretoko National Park.
Practical Tips :
Weather in Japan: Japan experiences four distinct seasons, with cherry blossom season in spring (March to May) and colorful foliage in autumn (September to November) best time of the year to visit japan.
Currency : Japanese Yen (JPY).
Language : Japanese is the official language, but English is widely spoken in tourist areas.
From the bustling streets of Tokyo to the serene temples of Kyoto, Japan is very safe and offers a wealth of experiences for travelers seeking cultural immersion, culinary delights, and natural beauty. Whether exploring ancient traditions, indulging in world-class cuisine, or admiring cherry blossoms in bloom, The tours of Japan promises an unforgettable journey filled with captivating discoveries at every turn.
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JAPAN WORLD HERITAGE TOUR
Reference #: WTP0512
- Tokyo City Tour
- River cruises
- Cultural landmarks
- Hakone Adventure
- Owakudani Valley
- Lake Ashi cruise
- Exploration in Takayama
- Morning markets
- Shirakawago & Kanazawa
- Heritage villages
- Samurai houses
- Kenrokuen Garden
- Kyoto Highlights
- Like Gion
- Sacred Mount Koya
- Kumano Kodo
- Nachi Waterfalls
- Osaka Castle
- Dotombori district
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Embark on an unforgettable journey through Japan, starting in the vibrant city of Tokyo. After your arrival you can visit iconic attractions such as the Asakusa Kannon Temple, Shibuya Crossing, and the serene Meiji Shrine. Experience the natural beauty of Hakone, renowned for its hot springs and breathtaking views of Mount Fuji, where you'll enjoy a scenic boat cruise on Lake Ashi. Continue to Takayama to explore its historic streets and traditional Japanese markets, followed by a visit to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Shirakawago, famous for its unique gassho-zukuri farmhouses. In Kanazawa, wander through the stunning Kenrokuen Garden and the historic samurai district before making your way to Kyoto, the heart of Japan’s cultural heritage.
Here, you'll have the freedom to discover its many treasures, including the iconic Kinkaku-ji Temple, the Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, and the historic Gion district. Your adventure continues as you travel to Mt. Koya for a serene temple stay, participate in a morning ceremony, and trek part of the Kumano Kodo pilgrimage trails. Explore the sacred Nachi Shrine and its stunning waterfall, then conclude your trip in Osaka with visits to Osaka Castle and the bustling Dotonbori area. This immersive experience offers a perfect blend of Japan’s rich history, natural wonders, and vibrant urban life, making it an unforgettable Japan trip.