Experience Japan
Escorted Tour
This tour not only visits the famous sights of Osaka, Nara, Kyoto, Mount Fuji and Tokyo, but includes experiences that allow you to immerse yourself in the local culture, from traditional tea ceremonies to origami, fan painting, miso tasting and sake tasting. You will discover delightful Nara, visit Matsumoto and Osaka castles, explore Arashiyama bamboo forest, search for snow monkeys, see Kamakura's Grand Buddha and visit the impressive Mount Fuji.
Your Itinerary
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Day 7
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Day 8
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Day 9
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Day 9
Day 1 : Arrive Osaka
On arrival, you will be met by an English-speaking representative and transferred to your hotel.
Day 2 : Osaka and Nara
Explore the many sights of the city. Visit Tokyo Skytree, the tallest structure in Japan, for panoramic views, before taking a wander through the old district of Asakusa. You will also drive by the Imperial Palace Plaza and take a stroll through Hamarikyu Gardens. This evening, cruise the waters of Tokyo Bay and enjoy dinner.
Day 3 : Kyoto
Travel to the iconic Mount Fuji, where you will ascend to the 5th Station (weather permitting) for magnificent views of both Fuji’s cone and the surrounding landscapes. Transfer to the spa region of Hakone. Embark on a cruise on the spectacular Lake Ashi, before flying high above the lake on the Komagatake Ropeway to the summit of Mount Komagatake for views of Mount Fuji. Overnight is in Mishima.
Day 4 : Kyoto
Today you will board a bullet train to Kyoto. This afternoon, visit the magnificent Fushimi Inari Shrine. Follow the pathway through thousands of vermilion torii gates that leads through a complex of shrines spread over a peaceful, forested hillside.
Day 5 : Matsumoto
Begin the day with a visit to Ryoanji Temple, locally referred to as the ‘temple of the peaceful dragon’. Next, continue to one of Japan’s most photographed temples, Kinkakuji, also known as the 'Golden Pavilion'. After lunch, experience the elegant ritual of a tea ceremony with a Tea Master and learn the traditional art of calligraphy.
Day 6 : Matsumoto
This morning, depart for Nara. Spend the morning discovering Todaiji Temple which houses the magnificent Daibutsu, a 15-metre-tall bronze statue of Buddha. Continue to Osaka, where you will have lunch and explore the well-renowned Dotonbori district. End the day at the magnificent Osaka Castle, where you will have time to learn about its turbulent history.
Day 7 : Mount Fuji and Mishima
This morning is free at leisure before your hotel check out and transfer to Osaka airport for your return flight home.
Day 8 : Tokyo
This morning is free at leisure before your hotel check out and transfer to Osaka airport for your return flight home.
Day 9 : Tokyo
This morning is free at leisure before your hotel check out and transfer to Osaka airport for your return flight home.
Day 9 : Depart Tokyo
This morning is free at leisure before transferring to the airport for your return or onwards flight.
