TOUR DATES: 22 SEPTEMBER – 03 OCTOBER 2027
TOUR DATES: 22 SEPTEMBER – 03 OCTOBER 2027
Highlights
- TOKYO: Hotel Niwa Tokyo - 3 Nights
- Meiji Shrine
- Shibuya Crossing and Hachiko Statue
- Suma Training experience
- Tsukiji Outer Market
- Tokyo Skytree by cable car
- Sushi Making Experience
- HAKONE: Hotel Hakone Kowakien Tenyu - 1 Night
- Lake Ashi Cruise
- Owakudani Valley visit
- Traditional kaiseki-style dinner
- TAKAYAMA: Mercure Hida Takayama - 1 Night
- Immersive walk through Sanmachi-suji
- Sake Tasting
- Takayama Morning Market visit
- KANAZAWA: Hotel Nikko Kanazawa - 1 Night
- En route visit Gassho-zukuri folk house museum
- Walkabout in the Kenrokuen Garden
- KYOTO: Doubletree by Hilton Kyoto Higashiyama - 3 Nights
- Golden Pavillion and Kiyomizu-dera Temple
- Bamboo Grove & rickshaw drive
- Cultural visit to Nara
- OSAKA: DoubleTree by Hilton Osaka Castle - 2 Nights
- (Hiroshima visit enroute)
- Peace Memorial Park & Museum
- Ferry to Miyajima Island and Floating Torii Gate
- Osaka Castle
- Dotonbori District
- Bicycle/e-bike ride to explore
Flight details: TBC – International air arranged separately
Welcome to Japan!
Arrive in Tokyo and meet your English-speaking guide at the airport. Enjoy a comfortable assisted transfer to your hotel for check-in. The remainder of the day is free at leisure, allowing you to rest after your flight or explore the surrounding area at your own pace.
Accommodation: 4* Hotel Niwa Tokyo | Superior Double Room (24 sqm.)
Meals: None
After breakfast, early morning sumo stable visit to observe authentic sumo training, followed by a half-day Tokyo city tour that begins at the tranquil Meiji Shrine, continues through the vibrant youth culture of Harajuku’s Takeshita Street, moves on to the iconic Shibuya Crossing and the nearby Hachiko Statue, and ends with a relaxing stroll through either Ueno Park or Shinjuku Gyoen Garden, offering a balanced mix of traditional culture, modern city energy, and peaceful nature.
Accommodation: 4* Hotel Niwa Tokyo | Superior Double Room (24 sqm.)
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Starts with exploring the lively Tsukiji Outer Market, where guests can wander through stalls offering fresh seafood, street snacks, and traditional kitchen goods, followed by lunch at a local restaurant to enjoy authentic Japanese flavors. The day continues with a visit to the impressive Tokyo Skytree (Cable Car) for sweeping panoramic views of the city, and concludes with an engaging sushi-making experience, where participants learn to prepare sushi with hands-on guidance from a professional chef.
Accommodation: 4* Hotel Niwa Tokyo | Superior Double Room (24 sqm.)
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
A journey from Tokyo to Hakone featuring a scenic cruise on Lake Ashi with picturesque mountain views, followed by a ride on the Hakone Ropeway offering sweeping vistas over the volcanic landscape, and a visit to the iconic Owakudani Valley, known for its active sulfur vents, hot springs, and famous black eggs, ending with a traditional kaiseki-style dinner in hotel showcasing beautifully presented, multi-course seasonal Japanese cuisine.
Accommodation: 4* Hotel Hakone Kowakien Tenyu | Superior Twin Room with outside open-air bath (35 sqm.)
Meals: Breakfast & Kaiseki-style Dinner
A scenic travel day from Odawara to Nagoya and onward to Takayama via Shinkansen and the Ltd. Express, followed by an immersive walk through Sanmachi-suji, the beautifully preserved old town known for its traditional wooden streets and artisan shops, and ending with a sake tasting tour, offering a flavorful introduction to Takayama’s historic brewing culture.
Luggage Handling:
• Luggage delivery will be arranged from Hakone to Kyoto (1 bag per person).
• Prepare an overnight bag.
Accommodation: 4* Mercure Hida Takayama | Superior Double Room (22 sqm.)
Meals: Breakfast
A morning visit (via private coach) to Takayama’s Morning Market, where guests can browse vibrant stalls filled with local produce, crafts, and regional specialties, followed by lunch at a local restaurant featuring traditional mountain cuisine. The journey continues to Shirakawa-go to explore the Gassho-zukuri folk house museum, highlighting the village’s iconic thatched-roof architecture, and concludes with a serene stroll through Kenrokuen Garden, one of Japan’s most celebrated landscape gardens known for its seasonal beauty and tranquil atmosphere.
***At the end of the tour, you will be transferred to the hotel in Kanazawa via private coach for check-in.
Accommodation: 4* Hotel Nikko Kanazawa | Stylish Twin Room (31 sqm.)
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch Day
A journey from Kanazawa to Tsuruga and onward to Kyoto via Shinkansen and Limited Express, followed by visits to the atmospheric Nagamachi Samurai District, known for its preserved residences and earthen walls, and the charming Higashi Chaya Geisha District, famous for its traditional teahouses and historic streets. The day concludes at the iconic Fushimi Inari Shrine, with its thousands of vibrant torii gates, and a memorable dinner then a Maiko experience, offering a unique cultural experience with traditional dance, conversation, and Kyoto hospitality.
Important Luggage Note:
• Guests will carry their own luggage on this journey.
Accommodation: 4* DoubleTree by Hilton Kyoto Higashiyama | King Guest Room (25 sqm.)
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
A full day exploring Kyoto’s highlights begins with a visit to the brilliant Golden Pavilion (Kinkakuji), followed by the historic Kiyomizu-dera Temple overlooking the city. Guests then enjoy lunch at a local restaurant featuring regional Kyoto cuisine. The afternoon continues in Arashiyama, where visitors wander through the tranquil Bamboo Grove and experience a traditional rickshaw ride through the scenic district before returning to Kyoto for the evening.
Accommodation: 4* DoubleTree by Hilton Kyoto Higashiyama | King Guest Room (25 sqm.)
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Transfers will be provided via private coach from Kyoto and back.
A cultural excursion to Nara, featuring a visit to the majestic Todaiji Temple, home to the Great Buddha and one of Japan’s most historically significant landmarks, followed by a walk through the serene grounds of Kasuga Taisha Shrine, famous for its hundreds of stone and bronze lanterns and peaceful forest settings.
Accommodation: 4* DoubleTree by Hilton Kyoto Higashiyama | King Guest Room (25 sqm.)
Meals: Breakfast
A full day traveling from Kyoto to Hiroshima via Shinkansen. Upon arrival, guests explore the impactful Peace Memorial Park s Museum, reflecting on Hiroshima’s history and resilience, before taking a round-trip ferry to Miyajima Island to visit the iconic Floating Torii Gate of Itsukushima Shrine. The day concludes with a return journey from Hiroshima to Osaka by Shinkansen.
Luggage Handling:
• Luggage delivery will be arranged from Kyoto to Osaka (1 bag per person).
• Prepare a small overnight bag for this day.
Accommodation: 4* DoubleTree by Hilton Osaka Castle | River View King Room (26 sqm.)
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
This morning after breakfast, A dynamic day in Osaka featuring a visit to the historic Osaka Castle, one of Japan’s most iconic landmarks surrounded by beautiful park grounds, followed by time in the lively Dotonbori District, famous for its neon signs, street food, and vibrant atmosphere. The day concludes with a guided bicycle or e-bike ride, offering an enjoyable way to explore Osaka’s neighborhoods and scenic riverside paths.
Accommodation: 4* DoubleTree by Hilton Osaka Castle | River View King Room (26 sqm.)
Meals: Breakfast
After breakfast, A smooth and relaxed departure day, allowing time for last-minute packing, souvenir shopping, and transfer to the airport, marking the end of your Japan journey.
Meals: Breakfast
End of Services
PRICING
TOUR DATES: 22 SEPTEMBER – 03 OCTOBER 2027
The Cost Includes
- 11-nights hotel accommodation with daily breakfast.
- English-speaking local guide service all throughout the tour.
- Private airport transfers.
- 11-night hotel accommodation with daily breakfast.
- 5 Lunches and 2 Dinners as specified in the program (including Kaiseki dinner in Hakone).
- All transportation for scheduled sightseeing via private transfer.
- Activities as outlined in the itinerary.
- Admission fees for all sites and attractions mentioned in the day-to-day itinerary.
- Train tickets as per itinerary (Reserved Standard Ticket: Shinkansen & limited express trains).
- Ferry tickets to Miyajima Island (round trip).
- Luggage delivery service (1 piece per person) from Hakone to Kyoto (Day 5) and Kyoto to Osaka (Day 10).
- All tolls, parking fees, guide and driver fees for private coach services.
The Cost Excludes
- International flight tickets to and from Japan.
- Any meals not mentioned in the program (especially dinners not listed).
- Beverages during meals.
- Hotel porterage service (unless otherwise stated).
- Luggage handling on train transfer days:
- Guests must carry their own luggage on Day 5 (Hakone → Takayama) and Day 7 (Kanazawa → Kyoto).
- Optional luggage delivery can be arranged at additional cost (arrival will be next day).
- Personal expenses such as laundry, mini-bar, phone calls, souvenirs, etc.
- Travel insurance (highly recommended).
- Tips for guide, driver, and hotel staff (optional but appreciated).
- Any optional tours, experiences, or entrance tickets not mentioned in the main itinerary.
HOTELS
TOUR DATES: 22 SEPTEMBER – 03 OCTOBER 2027
WOW FACTOR
TOUR DATES: 22 SEPTEMBER – 03 OCTOBER 2027
FLYER
TOUR DATES: 22 SEPTEMBER – 03 OCTOBER 2027
TOUR DATES: 22 SEPTEMBER – 03 OCTOBER 2027
TOUR DATES: 22 SEPTEMBER – 03 OCTOBER 2027
TOUR DATES: 22 SEPTEMBER – 03 OCTOBER 2027
TOUR DATES: 22 SEPTEMBER – 03 OCTOBER 2027
TOUR DATES: 22 SEPTEMBER – 03 OCTOBER 2027
TOUR DATES: 22 SEPTEMBER – 03 OCTOBER 2027
TOUR DATES: 22 SEPTEMBER – 03 OCTOBER 2027
TOUR DATES: 22 SEPTEMBER – 03 OCTOBER 2027
TOUR DATES: 22 SEPTEMBER – 03 OCTOBER 2027
TOUR DATES: 22 SEPTEMBER – 03 OCTOBER 2027
TOUR DATES: 22 SEPTEMBER – 03 OCTOBER 2027


