Epic Japan: Speed Trains & Street Food

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Booking Type Instant booking
duration 11 days
tour type Small group Request as private
age requirement 18-39 yrs
max group size 16
guiding method Fully guided
Tour Code BM-4498
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Operated in English

Starts Tokyo, Japan
Ends Osaka, Japan

HIGHLIGHTS

Explore both the ultramodern and traditional sides of Japan.
Experience Tokyo's vibrant nightlife.
Visit Kyoto's iconic temples and geishas.
See the floating torii gate of Miyajima.
Stay in a traditional inn in Takayama to experience historic Japan

The trip "Epic Japan: Speed Trains & Street Food" starts in Tokyo and ends in Osaka. It is a city sightseeing tour that takes 11 days taking you through Tokyo, Hiroshima and Kyoto in Japan. "Epic Japan: Speed Trains & Street Food" is a guided small group trip that includes accommodation in hostels, transport, meals and others.

Now's the time to explore Japan on your terms with this tour that's affordable for young travellers. Always wanted to explore Japan but kinda felt it was pricey? We got you. This 11-day introduction to the Land of the Rising Sun is super-affordable and super fun. Travel by train to introduce yourself to Tokyo nightlife, the famous geisha district of Kyoto, and the iconic floating torii gate of Miyajima. Experience the country's traditions and cutting-edge modernity with lots of free time to do your own thing. When you see Japan with a group of like-minded adventurers, you'll never want to come home.

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Day 1: Tokyo
Day 2: Tokyo
Day 3: Tokyo/Takayama
Day 4: Takayama/Kyoto
Day 5: Kyoto
Day 6: Kyoto
Day 7: Kyoto/Hiroshima
Day 8: Hiroshima
Day 9: Hiroshima/Osaka
Day 10: Osaka
Day 11: Osaka

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Accommodation

Hostels (9 nts, multi-share, shared facilites), traditional inn (1 nt, multi share room and shared facilities)

Meals

No meals included
Note: Allow USD510-665 for meals not included.

Transport

Local train, bullet train, bus, ferry, walking.
All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Guide

CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout.

Included activities

Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
Your First Night Out Moment: Connect With New Friends
Your Big Night Out Moment: - Kyoto, Kyoto
Your Discover Moment: Kyoto
Your Big Night Out Moment: - Osaka: Nightlife, Osaka
Orientation walks in Tokyo and Takayama
Overnight stay in a traditional inn
Miyajima Island visit
Free time in each destination
Japan Rail (JR) pass (7 days)

WHAT'S EXCLUDED

Any international flights to Tokyo and from Osaka are not included in this price. We always recommend that you arrive 1 day prior to your tour starting date.
Travel insurance is not included in this Epic Japan: Speed Trains & Street Food tour. Travel insurance is mandatory to buy. World Nomads' travel insurance has been designed by travelers for travelers.

CUSTOMER REVIEWS

5 - Excellent

Based on 1 review

Anonymous
From Australia
On Apr 04 2024

5 - Excellent

Best trip ever!

Had a wonderful trip. Fantastic views, beautiful cherry blossoms and lovely people everywhere we went. The tour took us to different parts of Japan so I felt we got to see the many different aspects of the country.

REQUEST A PRIVATE, CUSTOMIZABLE DEPARTURE By design, this is a group tour. You can however request a private, customized version of this tour for yourself or your private group of people. Private departures are usually more expensive, but come with these benefits:

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Protected Travel within your own bubble.
Professional Access our Travel Specialists' insider knowledge.
Privacy Enjoy a tour focused solely on you or your travel group.

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CANCELLATION

No additional cancellation fees apply for this Epic Japan: Speed Trains & Street Food 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.

Payment

For any tour departures within 16 November 2024, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 16 November 2024, a deposit of 350 USD is required to confirm the tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 62 days before trip departure.

Travel Insurance

Epic Japan: Speed Trains & Street Food 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.

Visa

For this Epic Japan: Speed Trains & Street Food 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.

Age Requirement

You must be 18 to travel unaccompanied on this tour. For minors travelling with a guardian over 21 years old, the minimum age is 12.

Does this trip suit me?

1. Physical Grading : 2 - Light Light walking and hiking suitable for most fitness levels. Nothing too challenging.

2. Trip Type : Small Group Group trips average 12 travellers per departure, depending on the adventure. The maximum is usually no more than 16, but some can be smaller or bigger, depending on the trip. Check individual trips for details.

3. Travel Style : 18-to-Thirtysomethings Fast, fresh, and fun adventures that never slow down, made for young, budget-minded travellers.

4. Service Level : Basic Simple and clean hotels and hostels; affordable public and private transport; lots of optional activities.

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