Essential Japan Explorer - 13 Days
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- Explorer
- Young Adults
- Customizable
- duration 13 days
- tour type Small group Request as private
- age requirement 18-80 yrs
- max group size 17
- guiding method Fully guided
- Tour Code BM-41800
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- Operated in English
- Starts Tokyo, Japan
- Ends Osaka, Japan
HIGHLIGHTS
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- Tokyo - Visit historic Senso-ji Temple, the Akihabara anime district, the Imperial Palace and iconic Shibuya Crossing
- Kamakura - Hike to the giant bronze Buddha at Kotoku-in Temple and enjoy free time to unwind by the beach
- Hakone - Cruise Lake Ashi aboard a pirate ship and ride the Hakone Ropeway cable car for amazing views of Mount Fuji, then relax in a traditional onsen
- Kyoto - Ride a bullet train to the former imperial capital, visit Kiyomizu Temple, enjoy a cycle tour of the city and attend a relaxing meditation class
- Arashiyama - Enjoy rafting on the Hozugawa River, stroll through the bamboo forest and feed the wild snow monkeys at the monkey park
- Hiroshima - Take in the sobering Peace Memorial Museum, see the A-Bomb Dome and pay your respects to victims of the atomic bomb at the Children's Peace Monument
- Osaka - Explore fascinating Osaka Castle and spend the night in one of Japan's famous capsule hotels
- Miyajima Island - Enjoy the relaxed pace of life on this Japanese isle, discover the ‘Floating Torii Gate’ and marvel at the stunning Mt Misen
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The tour "Essential Japan Explorer - 13 Days" starts in Tokyo and ends in Osaka. It is an explorer tour that takes 13 days taking you through Osaka, Hiroshima, Tokyo and 3 other destinations in Japan. "Essential Japan Explorer - 13 Days" is a guided small group tour that includes accommodation, transport, meals and others.
SEMI INDEPENDENT: Uncover the best of Japan on this Essentials tour. Staying in a mixture of hostels and guesthouses, you'll take in the sights of Tokyo, Kyoto, Hiroshima and much more. Visit the Imperial Palace in Tokyo and cross the Shibuya Crossing. Hike to the giant bronze Buddha of Kotoku-in in Kamakura, take a dip in an onsen bath in Hakone and cycle the streets of Kyoto. Enjoy a relaxing meditation session, pay your respects at the Hiroshima Peace Memorial and see the iconic red torii gate of Miyajima.
SEMI INDEPENDENT: Uncover the best of Japan on this Essentials tour. Staying in a mixture of hostels and guesthouses, you'll take in the sights of Tokyo, Kyoto, Hiroshima and much more. Visit the Imperial Palace in Tokyo and cross the Shibuya Crossing. Hike to the giant bronze Buddha of Kotoku-in in Kamakura, take a dip in an onsen bath in Hakone and cycle the streets of Kyoto. Enjoy a relaxing meditation session, pay your respects at the Hiroshima Peace Memorial and see the iconic red torii gate of Miyajima.
ITINERARY
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Day: 1 Tokyo
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Day: 2 Tokyo
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Day: 3 Tokyo
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Day: 4 Tokyo
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Day: 5 Kamakura
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Day: 6 Hakone
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Day: 7 Kyoto
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Day: 8 Kyoto
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Day: 9 Kyoto
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Day: 10 Hiroshima
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Day: 11 Hiroshima
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Day: 12 Osaka
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Day: 13 Osaka
WHAT'S INCLUDED
WHAT'S EXCLUDED
Accommodation
- 10 nights hostel dorm accommodation, 1 night ryokan, 1 night capsule hotel
Transport
- All transportation on public transport including Japan Rail Pass
Guide
- Escorted by a local guide (on some departures you may have different guides in each city)
Others
- Sightseeing in Tokyo, Kamakura, Hakone, Kyoto, Hiroshima & Miyajima as per itinerary
- Sushi making class in Tokyo
- Fuji Hakone National Park Ropeway
- Onsen bath experience in Hakone
- Sake tasting session in Hakone (for travellers aged 20+)
- Cruise on the Hozugawa River in Kyoto
- Kyoto bike rental and cycling tour
- Kyoto calligraphy class
- Meditation class at Daisen-in Temple in Kyoto
- Miyajima Island day trip including torii gate
Entrance
- Entrance fees to all included sites
- Tipping - an entirely personal gesture
- International flights and visa
- Airport transfers
- Optional activities
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CANCELLATION
No additional cancellation fees apply for this Essential Japan Explorer - 13 Days tour. You can cancel the tour up to 63 days prior departure and avoid paying the full amount, but your deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within 62 days of departure.
PaymentFor any tour departures within 29 June 2024, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 29 June 2024, a deposit of 400 USD is required to confirm the tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 62 days before trip departure.
Travel InsuranceEssential Japan Explorer - 13 Days tour requires that you have adequate and valid travel insurance covering medical and personal accidents, including repatriation costs and emergency evacuation. World Nomads offers travel insurance for independent travelers and intrepid families.
VisaFor this Essential Japan Explorer - 13 Days tour getting the required visa(s) is the responsibility for each individual traveller, as visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. We recommend to check with your local embassies representing the countries that you are traveling to, as part of this itinerary.
For Solo TravelersA twin share room may not always be available for solo travelers as it depends on the final number of people on the tour. If you have picked twin share room while booking, and that option is not available, we will get back to you after booking. A single room might then be available against an additional fee.
AGE REQUIREMENT
Children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
COVID-19 Safety Measures
This trip incorporates the following COVID-19 measures:
- This tour has received the World Travel and Tourism Council’s ‘Safe Travels’ stamp, which provides travellers with assurance that COVID-19 health and hygiene protocols have been adhered to.
- Wearing a mask, hand washing and sanitizing has been implemented on this trip. Frequently touched surfaces are regularly disinfected. Hygiene safety measures and distancing will be ensured in our accommodations and during transport.
- Solo travelers are required to purchase a single room for your personal use.
- All travellers 18 years and older will be required to be fully vaccinated atleast 14 days before the departure date.
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