12-Day Japan Tradition and Culture Tour

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12 daysDuration

Private TourPrivate experience, no group joining

12 - 69 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

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Tokyo, Japan

Osaka, Japan

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Highlights

Engage in sushi-making under a master chef's guidance

Craft pottery in Kyoto, a ceramics epicenter and Design your own Kaga Yuzen artwork.

Visit Tokyo's Senso-ji temple and Kyoto's Golden Pavilion, Walkthrough Fushimi torii gates

Explore Shirakawa-go with its renowned 'praying hands' houses

Itinerary

Set out on a 12-day journey through Japan that weaves hands-on cultural experiences with iconic sightseeing, perfect for families and experienced travelers alike. Craft sushi alongside a master chef, try your hand at Kyoto pottery, and delve into the delicate art of Kaga Yuzen dyeing. Marvel at Tokyo’s Senso-ji, Kyoto’s Golden Pavilion, and the endless torii gates of Fushimi Inari Shrine. Ascend Mount Wakakusa in Nara for breathtaking panoramas and explore the UNESCO-listed thatched houses of Shirakawa in the Japanese Alps. The distinctive highlight of this tour package is its immersive blend of workshops and sightseeing, allowing travelers to not just see Japan, but to feel its traditions come alive in every moment.

day 1Tokyo arrival

Your dedicated driver will greet you upon arrival and escort you to your Tokyo hotel in comfort and style.

day 2Tokyo immersion: Tradition and modernity

day 3Tokyo's quirky delights

day 4Tokyo to Nagoya toTakayama

day 5A journey Into the heart of Hida tradition

day 6A cultural tour of Kanazawa

day 7Transfer from Kanazawa to Kyoto

day 8Unveiling the treasures of Kyoto

day 9A day of cultural delights in Kyoto

day 10A journey from Kyoto to Nara and Osaka

day 11A cultural extravaganza in Osaka

day 12Farewell Japan

What's Included

English speaking tour guide

Attraction tickets and itinerary activities

Transfers service as specified in the itinerary

Trains as specified in the itinerary

11 nights of Hotels (3-star level)

Service charge and government taxes

24/7 helpline while touring

Hotel breakfasts and itinerary lunch

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