Highlights
Tokyo - Explore Sensoji Temple district and temple, Harajuku, Takeshita Street, Meiji Shrine and Shibuya Crossing
Kamakura - Visit the Big Buddha Statue, Hokokuji Zen Temple and the Bamboo Forest with its delightful village atmosphere. Opt to take part in a traditional tea ceremony
Lake Kawaguchi in Fuji Hakone Izu National Park - Marvel at the spectacular mountain scenery and views of famed Mt Fuji
Stay in a ryokan - Sample Japanese hospitality, bathe in natural hot springs, wearing a Yukata (casual Kimono) and sleep on a futon
Kyoto - UNESCO Listed Nijo Castle, Sanjusagen-do Temple with its 1000 life-like statues and Kinkakuji Temple (Golden Temple)
Kyoto - Take part in a walking tour of the renowned Geisha district (Gion), with its ancient cobbled streets, streams, bridges and quaint tea houses and the opportunity to see Geisha and Maiko en route to their next engagement
UNESCO Listed Himeji Castle - Visit the towering 6 story structure is the best preserved and largest of all the castles in Japan
Hiroshima - Tour Peace Park, Peace Memorial Museum, UNESCO Listed A-Bomb Dome and Children's Peace Monument (with thousands of paper cranes from children around the world)
Enjoy Miyajima Island with its UNESCO Listed iconic Red Torii Gate (Itsukushima shrine) standing in the sea. Cable to the top of Mt Misen - The highest peak on Miyajima for spectacular views of the Seto Inland Sea, some 150 islands and Hiroshima
Kyoto - Take part in a walking tour of the renowned Geisha district (Gion), with its ancient cobbled streets, streams, bridges and quaint tea houses and the opportunity to see Geisha and Maiko en route to their next engagement
UNESCO Listed Himeji Castle - Visit the towering 6 story structure is the best preserved and largest of all the castles in Japan
Hiroshima - Tour Peace Park, Peace Memorial Museum, UNESCO Listed A-Bomb Dome and Children's Peace Monument (with thousands of paper cranes from children around the world)
Enjoy Miyajima Island with its UNESCO Listed iconic Red Torii Gate (Itsukushima shrine) standing in the sea. Cable to the top of Mt Misen - The highest peak on Miyajima for spectacular views of the Seto Inland Sea, some 150 islands and Hiroshima
Itinerary
Japan’s timeless elegance unfolds on the "Land of the Samurai - 12 days" tour, ideal for experienced travelers and seniors ready for a moderately active cultural adventure. Starting in Tokyo and concluding in Osaka, this small group journey reveals the highlights of Tokyo and Kyoto, the haunting history of Hiroshima, and the tranquil beauty of Miyajima Island’s Torii Gate. Marvel at Himeji Castle and embrace authentic Japanese hospitality with a stay at a traditional ryokan, where natural hot springs offer relaxation. The tour’s USP is the immersive ryokan experience, blending cultural depth and comfort, complemented by included hotels, meals, and seamless transport.
day 1Tokyo
Saturday. Upon arrival to Tokyo you will be met at either Narita or Haneda International Airport by your guide. Travel by train into the heart of the city and check into your hotel. The rest of the day is free to spend at your leisure.
We recommend arriving before 3pm on this day, as there will be a Welcome Meeting at 6pm, where you will meet your guide and the rest of the group.
Average kilometres walked today: 1km (not inclusive of distance walked during free time)
day 2Sensoji Temple District & Tokyo National Museum
day 3Kamakura - Big Buddha
day 4Harajuku & Shibuya
day 5Mt Fuji & Lake Kawaguchi
day 6Kyoto - 1000 statues of Kannon & the Geisha District
day 7Kyoto - Nijo Castle, Golden Pavilion & free time
day 8Himeji Castle & Hiroshima
day 9Miyajima Island & Red Torii Gate
day 10Hiroshima Peace Park, Museum & Memorials
day 11Free time in Kyoto
day 12Kyoto to Osaka
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