Osaka Tours in October 2027

The trip was way more than expected. The group was amazing and my tour manager was so informed and help us a lot with a lot of activities as well. This trip is my favorite Contiki so far.

A packed itinerary that ran like clockwork due to David's organisational skills. David also included optional highlights and booked meals for anyone in the grouo to join in with, which enhanced our experience. Japan is an amazing country, this trip gives a good introduction with the variety and contrast of cities and countryside.. The Ryokan experience was great with the Onsen a must! A great trip, great group of fellow travellers and a great guide with good local knowledge Would reccomend, but bear in mund it is a full on trip!

I recently experienced the Topdeck Delve Deep Japan tour, and it was nothing short of amazing! From start to finish, this trip was perfectly planned to offer the best blend of cultural immersion, adventure, and relaxation. Our tour leader was incredibly knowledgeable and friendly always went out of her way to help. The itinerary covered a fantastic range of iconic locations and hidden gems, from the bustling streets of Tokyo to the serene temples of Kyoto. The pace was ideal, balancing free time with guided activities, so we had the chance to explore on our own and dig deeper into what interested us most. Traveling with a like-minded group of adventurers made the experience even more enjoyable, and I felt that by the end of the trip, we had formed genuine friendships. Topdeck did an excellent job of catering to different interests and backgrounds, making this journey feel inclusive and dynamic. Whether you’re a first-time visitor to Japan or a returning traveler, this tour has something for everyone. I left feeling inspired, with so many amazing memories and a deeper appreciation for Japan’s culture, history, and people. Highly recommended for anyone wanting a truly immersive and well-rounded Japanese adventure!

An excellent fortnight's overview of Japan's main island, in which we saw/ experienced a huge amount in the time available - ranging from modern cities to centuries-old gardens, temples and culture; snow monkeys and temple homestays (surprisingly comfortable and enjoyable), islands and the (very moving) Peace Museum in Hiroshima; markets and a wide range of Japanese food. Our tour guide was exceptional, too - immensely knowledgeable about both the history and the modern-day culture, and guiding us in a laid-back way through the marvels of the Japanese transport systems.

Througherly enjoyed trip to Japan. Found it full on, a lot of walking and use of public transport which was good for experiencing the country but took its toll on the old legs. The public baths in the hotels were great for a soak after a long day on the go. Would like to have seen more of the Japaneses arts and crafts like calligraphy, ceramics, production and dyeing of clothes, indigo, tie dye, shibori, lacquerware and perhaps other things that would be new to me. Another week would have been perfect.

We had an excellent trip and enjoyed it all. My only complaint was that we did too much too quickly and would have preferred having the Hiroshima part as a 3 night extension which would have allowed us more time in the fortnight to have slightly longer stopovers. Our guide Kerique was excellent and really knew his Japanese history and explained things so well. He always had good suggestions for free time and where to eat etc.