OVERVIEW
Let yourself be enchanted by the thousand colors of your first encounter with Japan. This carefully crafted trip for Japan combines the most beautiful stops for an unforgettable journey. The modern cities of Tokyo, Osaka, and Hiroshima alternate with the more traditional Kyoto, Nara, and Kanazawa, offering the perfect blend of Japan’s contrasts. You’ll explore UNESCO World Heritage sites like the majestic white castle of Himeji and the scenic mountain village of Shirakawa-go. Immerse yourself in Japanese-style relaxation at the renowned Kaga Onsen spa district and enjoy the seasonal beauty with ideal Japan temperatures.
For those considering the best time to go, Japan offers unique charms in every season. Experience an unforgettable journey filled with great emotions-discover the magic of Japan at just the right time.
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Adventure & Nature 
DAY 1 : TOKYO
Upon arrival at the airport, after passport control and baggage reclaim, transfer to Tokyo, the current capital.
*Rooms are available from 15:00.
English-speaking assistant available from the airport to the hotel for information and check-in. Airport-hotel transfer by public transport. Telephone support throughout your stay.
Arrival assistance and transfer may be shared with other tour participants.
Overnight stay in HOTEL
DAY 2 : TOKYO
Breakfast at the hotel.
Full day dedicated to visiting Tokyo with guide in English.
We start with a splendid view of the megalopolis from the observatory of the Bunkyo Civic Center and panoramic view of the Imperial Palace Plaza, with the famous Nijubashi Bridge.
We will then visit the Edo Fukagawa Musem where we find life-size representations of daily life in the area at the time. Finally we will take you to visit the characteristic Asakusa district, Senso-ji Temple, the oldest in the city, and the long Nakamise-dori boulevard with its traditional shops stand. Lunch included.
Overnight stay in HOTEL
DAY 3 : TOKYO (KAMAKURA - HAKONE - TOKYO)
Breakfast at the hotel. Full day free at leisure.
Optional guided tour : Visit Kamakura & Hakone *Not bookable on site*
Full-day guided tour in English.
Depart for Kamakura and visit the famous :
Great Buddha, the monumental statue originally housed in the Kotokuin temple that has stood alone under the Kamakura sky since 1495, when the temple was destroyed by a tsunami; and then to the Hasedera Temple, with its splendid garden full of hydrangeas and colourful flowers. In the afternoon, excursion to the natural beauty of Hakone, from which the majestic Mount Fuji can be seen in the distance (weather permitting). Visit to the sacred Hakone Shrine and the 'boiling' valley of Owakudani. Meals not included.
N.B. The order of visits may be subject to change for organisational reasons.
Overnight stay in HOTEL
DAY 4 : TOKYO - KANAZAWA - KAGA ONSEN
****Your luggage will be transported separately to Osaka by courier. Please remember to prepare hand luggage for one night in Kaga Onsen****
Breakfast at the hotel.
Full-day guided tour in English. Transfer to Tokyo station on foot and departure by Shinkansen bullet train (2nd class - reserved seats) to Kanazawa station. Full day dedicated to visiting Kanazawa, a town that will take you back to feudal Japan. Visit the Kenroku-en, one of the three most beautiful landscape gardens in Japan, and the Nomura Family house-museum, where the samurai spirit has been handed down for 11 generations. To finish, walk among the ancient dwellings of Higashi Chaya, the geisha quarter.
Transfer to the renowned spa resort of Kaga Onsen by private coach and check-in at the ryokan, where you can immediately relax with a nice hot bath.
Dinner in traditional Japanese style and, for those who wish, experience the onsen.
Overnight stay in RYOKAN
DAY 5 : KAGA ONSEN - SHIRAKAWA-GO - OSAKA
Breakfast at the ryokan.
Full-day guided tour in English. Departure by private coach to Shirakawago, the village with characteristic thatched-roof houses, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. After the visit, depart for Osaka by express train. Upon arrival, after checking in at your hotel, you will drive to the center on your own and discover the city's vibrant nightlife.
Overnight stay in HOTEL
DAY 6 : OSAKA - HIMEJI – HIROSHIMA
****Your luggage will be transported separately to Kyoto by courier. Remember to prepare hand luggage for one night in Hiroshima****
Breakfast at the hotel.
Full-day guided tour in English. Transfer to Himeji by private coach and visit to Kokoen Park and the town's grand castle, dating from the Sengoku period and listed as a UNESCO heritage site in 1993. The castle is nicknamed 'White Heron' because of its brilliant white colour. You will then continue on to Hiroshima, again by private bus.
Arrival and check-in at your hotel in Hiroshima. Dinner included.
Overnight stay in HOTEL
DAY 7 : MIYAJIMA – KYOTO HIROSHIMA
Breakfast at the hotel.
Full-day guided tour in English. Transfer to the island of Miyajima by private coach and ferry. Visit to Miyajima, "island where humanbeings and gods coexist", to discover the splendid Itsukushima Shrine, made up of a series of stilted structures dating back to the 6th century, known mainly for its majestic torii, a sacred gateway on the coast.
For lunch, enjoy okonomiyaki (a typical dish of the region cooked on the griddle) at a local restaurant. Visit to the Peace Memorial Museum and Park and the Atomic Bomb Dome, the famous building that survived the 1945 bombing and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Departure from Hiroshima for Kyoto by Shinkansen train (2nd class, reserved seats). Arrival in Kyoto and transfer to hotel on foot.
Overnight stay in HOTEL
DAY 8 : KYOTO - NARA – FUSHIMI - KYOTO
Breakfast at the hotel.
Full day dedicated to visiting Kyoto and Nara in English with private coach. Visit to the Golden Pavilion of Kinkaku-ji, the temple symbol of the city made famous by the novel by the writer Yukio Mishima, and the Ryoan-ji Temple with its Zen rock garden.
In the afternoon, transfer by private bus to Nara and visit Todai-ji, a temple housing the Great Buddha, one of the world's largest bronze statues. The building is located in Nara Park, where numerous deer live in semi-freedom. Return to Kyoto, stopping en route at the Fushimi Inari Taisha to admire its endless red portals.
Lunch included.
Overnight stay in HOTEL
DAY 9 : KYOTO
Breakfast at the hotel. Full day free at your leisure.
Optional tour : Visit Kyoto & Arashiyama *Not bookable on site*
The morning is dedicated to a guided tour in Italian of the Kiyomizu-dera Temple, founded in 798 (the current buildings are reconstructions from 1633), and its surroundings ( Ninen - zaka and Sannenzaka) and a walk through the heart of the Gion district. In the afternoon visit to one of the most fascinating places in the city: Arashiyama, where you will find the
Togetsu Bridge, which has stood over the Oi River for hundreds of years inspiring artists of all ages, the Tenryu-ji Zen Temple with its refined garden looking towards the mountains, and the famous Bamboo Forest, immersed in a unique and evocative atmosphere.
Return to the hotel.
Overnight stay in HOTEL
DAY : 10 KYOTO - OSAKA (KANSAI)
*Rooms are available until 10 a.m. Breakfast at the hotel.
Independent transfer without assistance to the airport by public transport according to availability (tickets included). Departure from Kansai Airport.
* S A Y O N A R A *
Our services include :
- HOTELS : Tokyo (3 nights) Kaga Onsen (Ryokan/1 night) Osaka (1 night) Hiroshima (1 night) Kyoto (3 nights) in accommodation of chosen category.
- GUIDE / ASSISTANT : Assistant from the airport to the hotel in English language (day1). Assistance service available for a maximum of 4 hours. After 2 hours from the original scheduled landing time, the assistant may no longer be available. During peak seasons, assistance may be available separately at the airport and at the hotel. English-speaking guide (days 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8). Possibility of being with travellers of other nationalities. Telephone support (emergency number) for the duration of the stay.
- TRAIN : Shinkasen (2nd class, reserved seats) Tokyo - Kanazawa, Hiroshima - Kyoto; Express train Kanazawa - Osaka.
- TRANSFER : Private coach for visits in transfers (days 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8). For private coach transfers there is the possibility of being with travellers of other language-speaking, exceeding the maximum number of participants. By public transport from Tokyo airport to the hotel in Tokyo, from the hotel in Tokyo to the train station (day 4) and from the train station to the hotel in Osaka (day 5) NB. over 15 pax private coach will be used. Public ferry from Hiroshima to Miyajima and vice versa (day 7). Limousine bus ticket Kyoto Station - Osaka Kansai Airport (in case of early morning flight the limousine bus may not be available. In this case the cost of the ticket will not be refunded).
- MEALS : 9 breakfasts*, 3 lunches, 2 dinners *In case of an early morning flight, breakfast cannot be guaranteed or refunded.
- LUGGAGE : Tokyo - Osaka, Osaka - Kyoto (1pc / pp). For each additional package fee to be paid on the spot. N.B.: The above program contents and conditions may vary.
Our services do not include :
- Flight and airport taxes
- Insurance
- Tips, personal extras
- Drinks during meals
- Optional visits of your choice
- Optional services of your choice
- Optional tours & activities of your choice
- Supplement for overnight assistance surcharge for arrivals in Japan between 8 p.m. and 7 a.m. (in the case of arrival during times when public transport is not available, taxis will be used at an additional cost).
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City |
Hotels |
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Tokyo |
Sunshine City Prince Hotel or similar |
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KAGA ONSEN |
Kasuikyo Hotel (Ryokan) or similar |
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OSAKA |
Miyako City Osaka Honmachi or similar |
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HIROSHIMA |
Rihga Royal Hotel Hiroshima or similar |
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KYOTO |
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo or similar |
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.
Japan
THE COLOURS OF JAPAN
Reference #: WTP0496
- Tokyo City Tour
- Bunkyo Civic Center observatory
- Imperial Palace Plaza
- Edo Fukagawa Museum
- Senso-ji Temple in Asakusa
- Kamakura and Hakone
- Shirakawa-go
- Osaka
- Himeji Castle
- Kokoen Park
- Miyajima Island
- Kyoto
- Itsukushima Shrine
- Hiroshima’s Peace Memorial Park
- Kyoto & Nara Tour
- Kinkaku-ji
- Ryoan-ji Temple
- Todai-ji Temple
- Fushimi Inari Shrine
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Let yourself be enchanted by the thousand colors of your first encounter with Japan. This carefully crafted trip for Japan combines the most beautiful stops for an unforgettable journey. The modern cities of Tokyo, Osaka, and Hiroshima alternate with the more traditional Kyoto, Nara, and Kanazawa, offering the perfect blend of Japan’s contrasts. You’ll explore UNESCO World Heritage sites like the majestic white castle of Himeji and the scenic mountain village of Shirakawa-go. Immerse yourself in Japanese-style relaxation at the renowned Kaga Onsen spa district and enjoy the seasonal beauty with ideal Japan temperatures.
For those considering the best time to go, Japan offers unique charms in every season. Experience an unforgettable journey filled with great emotions-discover the magic of Japan at just the right time.