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13 daysDuration
Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants
14 peopleMaximum group size
18 - 80 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language
Starts
Ends
Tokyo, Japan
Osaka, Japan
Highlights
Tokyo - Explore Senso-ji Temple and Nakamise Street, cruise the Sumida River, stroll the Edo-period Hamarikyu Garden and visit Shibuya Crossing
Kanazawa - Ride the bullet train to Kanazawa, visit Omicho Market, D.T. Suzuki Museum, Kenrokuen Garden and explore the Geisha and Samurai districts
Kyoto - Discover Fushimi Inari Shrine’s torii gates, visit Kiyomizu Temple, wander historic Ninenzaka and Sannenzaka streets, and stroll through Arashiyama Bamboo Forest and Gion District
Fukuoka - Visit Hakata Machiya Folk Museum and Kushida Shrine, then sample local cuisine at Yatai food stalls
Kumamoto - Take in views from Mt Aso View Point and explore the impressive Kumamoto Castle
Beppu - Experience the Mt Tsurumi Ropeway, enjoy a geothermal steam cooking class, visit the Jigoku Onsen Museum and soak in the cobalt blue Umijigoku hot spring
Osaka - Visit Osaka Castle and Umeda Sky Building Observatory, then enjoy a farewell izakaya dinner in lively Dotonbori
Beppu - Experience the Mt Tsurumi Ropeway, enjoy a geothermal steam cooking class, visit the Jigoku Onsen Museum and soak in the cobalt blue Umijigoku hot spring
Osaka - Visit Osaka Castle and Umeda Sky Building Observatory, then enjoy a farewell izakaya dinner in lively Dotonbori
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What's Included
Accommodation
11 nights 3-4 star hotels & 1 overnight ferry
Meals
11 breakfasts, 1 lunch & 1 dinner
Transport
Airport arrival transfer (shared, by bus) on day 1All relevant transportation, a mix of private and public transport as per the itinerary
Others
Services of local, English-speaking guides for sightseeing and activitiesAll sightseeing and activities mentioned in the itineraryGuided sightseeing in Tokyo, Kanazawa, Kyoto, Fukuoka, Kumamoto, Beppu & OsakaNote: This tour is operated in conjunction with our trusted partner and you will join travellers from different operators, not solely On The Go Tours
Entrance
Entrance fees
Itinerary
Journey from Tokyo to Osaka via the lesser-visited island of Kyushu on this 13-day group tour of Japan. Begin in the capital with a guided visit to Senso-ji and the Shibuya Crossing, plus cruise the Sumida River. In Kanazawa, visit the stunning garden of Kenrokuen, spend two nights in ancient Kyoto and then head south on the bullet train to Kyushu. Spend time in Fukuoka, Kumamoto and Beppu, with a chance to relax in hot springs. End in Osaka, with a guided visit to Osaka Castle and a traditional dinner at an izakaya.
day 1Tokyo
Upon arrival at either Narita or Haneda Airport, you’ll be warmly greeted by our assistant guide at the arrival gate. From there, board your included airport bus transfer (shared) into the city, followed by a short walk of less than 10 minutes to the hotel. The rest of today is free for you to settle in or head out and start exploring the Japanese capital.
OverNight
Tokyo
day 2Exploring Tokyo
day 3Tokyo to Kanazawa
day 4Exploring Kanazawa
day 5Kanazawa to Kyoto
day 6Exploring Kyoto
day 7Kyoto to Fukuoka
day 8Fukuoka to Kumamoto
day 9Kumamoto to Beppu
day 10Exploring Beppu & Onsen Experience
day 11Beppu at Leisure & Overnight Ferry to Osaka
day 12Exploring Osaka & Izakaya Dinner
day 13Osaka
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