Discover Japan
Discover Japan
The Japan tour offers a captivating journey through the country’s rich history, culture, and natural beauty. Highlights include iconic landmarks like Mount Fuji, Osaka Castle, and Himeji Castle, along with cultural experiences at Fushimi Inari Taisha and Itsukushima Shrine. Visitors can also reflect at Hiroshima’s Peace Memorial Park and Atomic Bomb Dome. The tour blends traditional sites with modern marvels, such as the Shinkansen bullet train, and provides leisure time to explore vibrant districts like Dotonbori in Osaka. It’s a perfect blend of historical exploration and scenic beauty, spanning 15 days across Osaka, Kyoto, Hiroshima, and Tokyo, with guided coach travel and free days for personal discovery.
- Iconic Mount Fuji views, 5th Station visit, and Lake Ashi cruise
- Historic Osaka Castle with its vermillion tower and gardens
- UNESCO-listed Himeji Castle, the "White Egret" fortress
- Spiritual Fushimi Inari Taisha (implied in Kyoto exploration) and Itsukushima Shrine's floating torii gate
- Reflective Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, Atomic Bomb Museum, and Dome
- Ancient Todaiji Temple and Nara Deer Park with sacred deer
- Golden Kinkakuji Temple and serene Arashiyama Bamboo Grove
- Traditional Kanazawa: Kenrokuen Garden, Higashi Chaya teahouse district
- Rural charm of Shirakawago's gassho-zukuri farmhouses and Takayama Old Town
- Vibrant Tokyo: Shibuya Crossing, Tsukiji Fish Market, Senso-ji Temple, Imperial Palace
- Additional gems: Kobe Earthquake Memorial, Kurashiki canals, Matsumoto Castle, Oshino Hakkai ponds
Included
- 14 nights three-star twin-share hotel accommodation
- Daily breakfast (B) and welcome/farewell dinners
- 2 free days in Kyoto and Tokyo for self-exploration
- Professional English-speaking tour guide throughout
- Dedicated air-conditioned coach transportation
- All monument entrance fees as per the itinerary (e.g., Osaka Castle, Himeji Castle, Itsukushima Shrine, Peace Memorial)
Not Included
- Return international flights
- Round-trip airport and hotel transfers (optional add-on)
- Compulsory travel insurance
- Non-compulsory tipping for guide/driver
- Optional recommended programs and tour extensions
- Personal expenditures (e.g., souvenirs, extra meals)
- Lunches and most dinners (except welcome/farewell)
Itinerary (Timeline)
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Day 1:Arrival in Osaka (Kansai Airport)
Upon arrival at Kansai Airport (KIX), transfer to your hotel (optional service available). Settle in and prepare for the journey ahead. Overnight in Osaka.
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Day 2:Osaka & Kobe (B, Welcome Dinner)
Morning visit to Osaka Castle, the 16th-century fortress with its golden-roofed tower. Explore Dotonbori for neon lights, street food, and the Glico Man sign. Afternoon to Kobe Earthquake Memorial Museum. Evening Welcome Dinner with the group. Overnight in Kobe.
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Day 3:Kobe to Kurashiki to Hiroshima (B)
Travel to Hiroshima, stopping in Kurashiki's Edo-period merchant district with canals and white-walled warehouses. Overnight in Hiroshima.
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Day 4:Hiroshima & Miyajima Island to Okayama (B)
Ferry to Miyajima Island for Itsukushima Shrine's iconic torii gate (best at high tide). Visit Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park and Atomic Bomb Museum. Continue to Okayama. Overnight in Okayama.
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Day 5:Okayama to Himeji to Nara to Kyoto (B)
Stop at Himeji Castle (UNESCO site). Visit Todaiji Temple's Great Buddha Hall and stroll Nara Deer Park. Arrive in Kyoto for overnight.
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Day 6:Kyoto (B)
Free day for self-exploration—visit Fushimi Inari Taisha's torii gates or local markets. Overnight in Kyoto.
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Day 7:Kyoto to Kanazawa (B)
Tour Kinkakuji Temple (Golden Pavilion) and Arashiyama's Bamboo Grove and Togetsu Bridge. Travel to Kanazawa. Overnight in Kanazawa.
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Day 8:Kanazawa (B)
Explore Buke Yashiki samurai house, Higashi Chaya geisha district, Kenrokuen Garden, and Omicho Market. Overnight in Kanazawa.
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Day 9:Kanazawa to Shirakawago to Takayama (B)
Half-day guided tour of Shirakawago's thatched-roof villages. Continue to Takayama. Overnight in Takayama.
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Day 10:Takayama Exploration to Matsumoto (B)
Wander Takayama Old Town, Takayama Jinya, and Matsuri no Mori festival museum. Travel to Matsumoto. Overnight in Matsumoto.
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Day 11:Matsumoto to Mount Fuji Area (B, Farewell Dinner)
Visit Matsumoto Castle. Head to Mount Fuji: Oshino Hakkai ponds and 5th Station (weather permitting). Evening Farewell Dinner. Overnight near Mount Fuji.
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Day 12:Mount Fuji to Tokyo (B)
Gotemba Peace Park for Fuji views, then Lake Ashi cruise. Arrive in Tokyo. Overnight in Tokyo.
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Day 13:Tokyo Full-Day Tour (B)
Tokyo Tower for panoramas, Shibuya Crossing, Tsukiji Fish Market lunch, Senso-ji Temple, and Imperial Palace gardens. Overnight in Tokyo.
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Day 14:Tokyo (B)
Free day for personal exploration—shopping in Ginza or a Sumida River cruise. Overnight in Tokyo.
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Day 15:Departure from Tokyo (B)
Free morning. Transfer to Narita/Haneda Airport (optional). Depart home.
November 2025 to October 2026 offers varied experiences—spring for cherry blossoms near Mount Fuji, autumn for colorful foliage in Kyoto. Expect 10–25°C; pack layers for mountain chills, comfortable walking shoes for sites like Arashiyama, rain gear, and modest clothing for temples (cover shoulders/knees).
Yes, family-friendly with free days for flexible pacing and kid-pleasing spots like Nara Deer Park. Moderate activity levels (walking, some stairs at castles/shrines); vehicle access available at most sites. Notify for child seats or mobility aids—Himeji and Imperial Palace have ramps.
Daily breakfast and 2 group dinners (welcome/farewell) with Japanese cuisine. Lunches excluded for trying local flavors like sushi at Tsukiji. Share vegetarian/allergy needs at booking—guides recommend alternatives; halal/vegan options limited but available in cities.
Full refund up to 30 days before departure; 50% 15–29 days prior; no refund within 14 days (contact for insurance coverage). Book via website with 20% deposit—secure spots early for peak seasons like December 2025. Email or call for group rates or customizations.