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10 Day Japan Highlights & Hidden Gems Guided Group Tour
$3,295 per person
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10 Day Japan Highlights & Hidden Gems Guided Group Tour
where tradition meets modernity in the most captivating way. This 10-day adventure takes you deep into the heart of culture, cuisine, and connection.
Overview:
Embark on the ultimate 10-day Japan adventure filled with culture, cuisine, and unforgettable experiences. Master sushi-making, learn Kendo from a samurai descendant, and explore the neon-lit streets of Tokyo, including Harajuku and Shibuya. Cruise through the scenic mountains of Hakone and enjoy breathtaking views of Mt. Fuji. Wander Kyoto’s bamboo forests, visit iconic temples like the Golden Pavilion, and stroll the historic geisha district of Gion. Savor sake tastings, street food in Dotonbori, and sing your heart out at a karaoke night in Osaka. This immersive itinerary blends tradition and modernity for a once-in-a-lifetime journey.
Highlights:
- Master sushi-making and explore Tokyo’s vibrant districts including Shibuya, Harajuku, and Akihabara.
- Ride the Romance Car to Hakone, with stunning Mt. Fuji views and a traditional Nabe dinner experience.
- Stay overnight in a historic temple in Takayama, and sample sake and local Hida beef.
- Discover Kyoto’s spiritual beauty, from Fushimi Inari Shrine to a peaceful tea ceremony in traditional kimono.
- Train in Kendo with a samurai descendant and visit iconic sites like the Golden Pavilion and Daitoku-ji Temple.
- Stroll through Arashiyama’s Bamboo Forest and wrap up the journey with street food and karaoke in Osaka’s Dotonbori.
Stays:
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9x Nights Twin/Triple/Multi-Share Accommodation
- Sakura Hotel Nippori – Twin Bunks (or similar) | Tokyo
- Gora Gaku Guesthouse – Twin/Triple Share (or similar) | Hakone
- Zenkoji Temple – Multi-Share (or similar) | Takayama
- Ryokan Hostel Gion – Pod Dorms (or similar) | Kyoto
- Hotel WBF Namba Motomachi – Twin Share (or similar) | Osaka
Day-wise:
Day 01
Welcome to Tokyo
Get ready for an incredible 14 days exploring the best of Japan. Touch down in Tokyo and head to your hostel, where this evening you will meet your group with a Japanese feast welcome dinner. Then head out to explore the iconic Tokyo Senso-ji Temple by night.
Accommodation: Sakura Hotel Nippori – Twin Bunks (or similar) | Tokyo
Meals: Dinner
Day 02
Explore Tokyo
Discover Harajuku, Yoyogi Park, and Meiji Shrine. Later on, visit the electric town of Akihabara where you’ll be greeted by neon lights and crazy shops. Play in the arcades and check out the famous Maid Cafes and grab a few beers in the local tiny bars.
Accommodation: Sakura Hotel Nippori – Twin Bunks (or similar) | Tokyo
Meals: Breakfast
Day 03
Sushi Making Class & Shibuya
Master sushi-making in a private class. This evening, spend it exploring the unparalleled skyline of Tokyo in Shinjuku, before checking out Omoide Yokocho alley for dinner. Finally, visit the famous Shibuya Pedestrian crossing, the busiest crossing in the world, and get that iconic vibrant Tokyo shot.
Accommodation: Sakura Hotel Nippori – Twin Bunks (or similar) | Tokyo
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 04
Hakone & Mount Fuji
This morning, hop on the ‘Romance Car’ train to the stunning town of Hakone. Once you’ve arrived, spend the day exploring the surrounding areas. This evening, enjoy a traditional Japanese family Nabe dinner and finish the day playing some games with your group.
Accommodation: Gora Gaku Guesthouse – Twin/Triple Share (or similar) | Hakone
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 05
Takayama Temple Stay
Take the bullet train to Takayama. Arrive in Takayama, a UNESCO World Heritage town, and home for the night. This afternoon go sample some sake in a local brewery and enjoy some famous Hida beef, before staying the night in a gorgeous temple.
Accommodation: Zenkoji Temple – Multi-Share (or similar) | Takayama
Meals: Breakfast
Day 06
Travel to Kyoto
Wake up with a walk around the beautiful old town and village of Takayama. Visit the morning markets on the banks of Miyagawa River. Then, travel to the stunning and ancient city of Kyoto by bullet train. Once arrived, enjoy a guided tour of the Gion district, famous for being the Geisha district. Enjoy the sights of traditional wooden houses, cobbled streets, and catch a glimpse of a Geisha roaming in a beautiful kimono.
Accommodation: Ryokan Hostel Gion – Pod Dorms (or similar) | Kyoto
Meals: Breakfast
Day 07
Kyoto Temples & Shrines
Climb the red gates of Fushimi Inari, visit Kiyomizu-dera temple and take in the stunning bamboo and wooden complex, sitting high on the mountain side. Finish your visit with a traditional Tea Ceremony and the chance to rent a kimono and learn about the history of the beautiful garment.
Accommodation: Ryokan Hostel Gion – Pod Dorms (or similar) | Kyoto
Meals: Breakfast
Day 08
Golden Pavilion & Kendo Class
Visit the shimmering Golden Pavilion, stroll ancient temple gardens, and train in Kendo with a samurai descendant.
Accommodation: Ryokan Hostel Gion – Pod Dorms (or similar) | Kyoto
Meals: Breakfast
Day 09
Bamboo Forest & Osaka Nightlife
Wander Arashiyama’s Bamboo Forest and Monkey Park, then head to Osaka and spend the evening exploring the famous Dotonbori district.
Accommodation: Hotel WBF Namba Motomachi – Twin Share (or similar) | Osaka
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 10
Sayonara Japan
Share one last breakfast with your group before departure.
Accommodation: –
Meals: Breakfast
What’s inside the package?:
Inclusions
- 9x Nights Twin/Triple/Multi-Share Accommodation
- 8x Meals
- All Transport Included
- Tour Guide
- Tokyo: Senso-ji Temple, Japan Orientation, Tokyo Districts, Shibuya Crossing, Sushi Making Class
- Hakone: Mt Fuji Viewing, Romance Car
- Takayama: Temple Stay, Sake Tasting, Old Town Tour
- Kyoto: Gion District Walk, Fushimi Inari, Golden Pavilion, Tea Ceremony, Zen Garden, Kendo Class
- Arashiyama: Bamboo Forest, Monkey Mountain, Boat Tour
- Osaka: Dotonbori Food Tour, Karaoke
Exclusions
- International Flights
- Personal Travel Insurance
- Visas
- Some Meals
- Arrival
