Upgraded - Discover Japan

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9 days

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Raya our tour leader was beyond amazing, her knowledge and enthusiasm made our trip experience so wonderful. The hotels in Tokyo & Kyoto were excellent. The Ryokan was disappointing it had very good traditional food but the onsen experience was poor.

Andrea | Traveled in April

5 - Excellent

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9 daysDuration

Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants

16 peopleMaximum group size

16 - 99 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Easy

Light physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.

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Ends

Tokyo, Japan

Kyoto, Japan

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Highlights

Mount Fuji - Spend a night in traditional-style accommodation in Hakone. Temples of Kamakura - Experience a private Zen meditation session and visit the Great Buddha statue. Tokyo - Savour a sushi lunch and witness a fire ceremony. Upgraded Range - Immerse yourself in fascinating Japan with our hand-picked selection of Premium hotels.

Itinerary

From neon-lit Tokyo to the timeless temples of Kyoto, the "Upgraded - Discover Japan" tour is a 12-day city sightseeing journey that captures Japan’s many faces. Ideal for travelers who value comfort and rich cultural experiences, this itinerary features private Zen meditation in Kamakura, Japanese calligraphy workshops, and a night in a traditional inn near Mount Fuji. Glide between destinations on the bullet train, enjoy sushi-making, and witness a captivating fire ceremony in Tokyo. Each night, relax in hand-picked premium hotels, ensuring a restful retreat after days packed with discovery. The unique advantage of this tour package is its immersive blend of modern and ancient Japan, all experienced in elevated style—perfect for those who want the best of both worlds without compromise.

day 1Join tour in Tokyo, Konnichiwa!

Our tour starts today in Tokyo, Japan's ultra-modern capital. A sprawling metropolis, Tokyo is one of the world's most populous cities and a dazzling blend of traditional culture and all things new. For those arriving in time, our tour leader plans to meet you in the hotel reception at 6.30pm for a welcome meeting. Afterwards, there is the option to head out for dinner at a nearby local restaurant where you'll have the chance to sample various dishes in an 'izakaya' style Japanese restaurant. If some of the group are arriving on later flights, the main introductory briefing will take place on the morning of Day 2 with everybody present. There are no activities planned today, so you're free to arrive in Tokyo at any time. Should you miss the welcome meeting, your Leader will inform you of any essential information as soon as you catch up. If you'd like an airport transfer today, you'll need to arrive into Tokyo's Haneda Airport (HND) or Narita Airport (NRT). The hotel is around an hour away from Haneda Airport and an hour and a half from Narita. You'll be met in the arrivals hall and transferred to the hotel by public shuttle bus or private vehicle. The shuttle bus may stop at other hotels, before dropping you at our hotel. As part of our Upgraded range, we also offer a complimentary transfer to those who have made pre-tour accommodation arrangements, regardless of your arrival day. Japanese hotels have strict rules regarding check-in and all customers are required to wait until 3 PM for room access. You will be able to store your luggage while waiting but if you require an early check-in, then you should request this at the time of booking. We do not guarantee this will be possible and depending on availability an extra fee will be charged. In Tokyo, we stay in a stylish, recently renovated hotel in the smart and exclusive Ginza district. Ginza means 'silver mint' in Japanese and its name is derived from the mint located here between 1612 and 1800. Following the Great Kanto Earthquake of 1923 the district evolved to become Tokyo's most famous upmarket shopping, dining and entertainment district, with some of the most expensive real estate in Japan.

Accommodation

The Gate Hotel, Tokyo

day 2Visit Kamakura - private zen meditation and temples visit with bento lunch

day 3Tokyo - Visit Hamarikyu Gardens and Tsukiji fish market. Sushi lunch and spectacular Fire Ceremony

day 4Drive to Hakone National Park and Mount Fuji

day 5Travel by train to Hiroshima and experience the poignant Peace Park and Peace Museum

day 6Take the ferry to Miyajima Island, experience a Japanese tea ceremony and see the floating torii gate

day 7Bullet train to Kyoto. Afternoon at leisure

day 8Kyoto - Full day sightseeing with afternoon Geisha dance

day 9Tour ends in Kyoto

What's Included

Accommodation

The Gate Hotel, Tokyo (3 nights)Hidamari Ichinoyu (1 night)HOTEL INTERGATE Hiroshima (2 nights)Rihga Gran Kyoto (2 nights)

Meals

8 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches, 1 Dinner

Transport

Driver(s)BusBoatPublic BusTrain

Guide

Explore Tour Leader

Others

Tram

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