Ultimate Japan

Discover more than just chaotic cities and mountainous landscapes on this ultimate 14-day adventure through Japan. Explore the cultural hubs of Kyoto and Osaka as you learn about Geishas, visit enchanting castles and discover the beautifully quaint backstreets. Spend an evening sleeping at a Buddhist monastery in Mount Koya. Embrace Tokyo’s blend of new and old as visit local fish markets and explore neon-lit neighbourhoods. Follow your guide through the historic heartlands of Takayama and Hiroshima. Travel in style with bullet trains, gondola rides, and boat trips to ensure you get the most out of your adventure!

Duration

Destination

Start/Ends in

14 Days

Japan

Tokyo / Osaka

Hotels

Group Size

Age Requirement

4 & 3 Star

4-18 People

18+

Trip Rating

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Departs

4.7

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Discovery,In-Depth Explorer

All Year Round

Why You’ll Love This Tour

  • This 14-day adventure is perfect for travelers who want to go beyond the tourist hotspots in Japan to discover unique, local, and cultural experiences.
  • Stay in carefully selected accommodation with traditional onsens and spas at your disposal!
  • Meditate with Buddhist monks and enjoy an evening of zen as you sleep in a traditional Monastery at Mount Koya.
  • Discover ancient cities and traditions in-depth with extended stays in Kyoto and Osaka.
  • Take a day trip to the romantic Miyajima Island to explore the famously floating Torii Gate, Shrines, and breath-taking 360-degree views of the inland sea.
  • Follow your local guide through historic cities like Hiroshima and explore iconic landscapes like Mt Fuji in Hakone.

Sights Visited on This Tour

The two most prominent buildings of the Garan are the Kondo Hall and the huge Konpon Daito Pagoda. The Hall is a large wooden temple hall where major ceremonies are held.

Hugged by Mount Fuji and Lake Ashi, Hakone is a scenic town in the Japanese countryside. It is most famous for its red torii gate and Shinto shrine.

Himeji Castle is a hilltop Japanese castle complex situated in the city of Himeji which is located in the Hyōgo Prefecture of Japan. It's an increasingly popular spot.

A modern city on Honshu Island, was largely destroyed by an atomic bomb during World War II. Today, Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park commemorates the 1945 event.

Spacious market with vendors selling street food, fresh produce & shellfish, plus souvenirs. An amazing place to spend splendid times in a peaceful area full of locals.

Kyoto is the cultural heart of Japan, brimming with Buddhist temples, Shinto shrines, and dazzling gardens and palaces. It is the best city to experience Japan's cultural nuances.

A small island in Hiroshima Bay, it is known for its forests and ancient temples. Just offshore, the giant orange Great Torii Gate is partially submerged at high tide.

A Buddhist temple complex perched on Mount Koya, Koyasan is considered one of the most sacred sites in Japan. It is also a scenic retreat with its epic mountain views.

This sacred area is home to the mausoleum of Kobo Daishi, founder of Shingon Buddhism. The cemetery is an important center for Japanese culture and a photogenic spot.

The large port city of Osaka is one of the trendiest cosmopolitan urban centers in Japan. It is a traveler's hub with vibrant nightlife and top-notch international cuisine.

Once a significant military base, Osaka Castle is a historic landmark and graceful touch to the city's skyline with brilliant architecture and beautifully manicured gardens.

This museum is dedicated to documenting the atomic bombing of Hiroshima in World War II. The museum was established in August 1955 with the Peace Memorial Hall.

The Hiroshima Peace Memorial is the only building that remains intact at the explosion site of the atomic bomb. It pays homage to the victims with its half-demolished state.

The mountainous Takayama town is an idyllic place nestling Japan's age-old traditions and rural charm. Hida Folk Village is one of its highlight attractions.

Japan’s busy capital mixes the ultramodern and the traditional from neon-lit skyscrapers to historic temples. The Imperial Palace sits amid large public gardens.

Tour Inclusions

Accommodation

4 & 3 star hotels, Japanese-style ryokans, mountain monasteries

Meals

13 Breakfasts, 1 Dinner

Transportation

Train, cable car, local bus, luggage transfers

Train

Express/bullet train, local & mountain train

Tour Guiding

Services of experienced local Travel Talk Tour Leader

Free Wi-Fi

Complimentary hotel Wi-Fi access (where available)

Sightseeing

Tokaido Checkpoint
Hakone Shrine
Morning Market
Merchant House
Takayama Jinya Building
Peace Museum

Peace Park & A Bomb Dome
Miyajima Island
Itsukushima-jinja Shrine
Himeji Castle
Mt Misen
Kiyomizu-dera

Imperial Palace
Nanzenji Temple
Shosei Strolling Garden
Nishiki-Koji Market
Gion Corner cultural centre
Ryoanji Zen Garden

Tenryuji Temple & National Museum
Mount Koya Monastery
Garan Sacred Area
Okunoin Cemetery and Kobo Daish
Kongobuji & Kuromon Market
Osaka Castle

What is NOT included?

What is NOT included?

- Any flights not mentioned above
- Travel Insurance
- Meals not stated above
- Items of a personal nature

- Tips and gestures
- Entrance fees to the sights and museums
- Optional activities
- Other services not stated in the itinerary

Dates & Rates

All prices are per person, based on twin share occupancy. Double occupancy is also available on request, although double beds and room sizes are smaller in Japan. Solo passengers not wishing to pay a single supplement will be accommodated in a twin room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender.

The below rates are for solo travellers, the 2 FOR 1 deal will be applied when you select 2 or more travellers during the booking process.

The below rates are for solo travellers, the 2 FOR 1 deal will be applied when you select 2 or more travellers during the booking process. Please also note that double beds in Japan tend to be smaller than in Europe.

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Accommodation

SUNROUTE ASAKUSA
Tokyo
3 Star

Hotel Sunroute Asakusa is located near to the Tawaramachi metro station, The non-smoking rooms featuring earth-tone colours are equipped with an en suite bathroom, air conditioning/heating.

SOTETSU FRESA ROPPONGI HOTEL
Tokyo
3 Star

Just steps away from Roppongi Hills, Sotetsu Fresa Hotel offers air conditioned rooms with flat-screen TV & private bathroom and an on-site coffee house.

Mystays Asakusa
Tokyo
3 Star

Located at 5-minute walking distance from Kuramae Subway Station, Mystays Asakusa Hotel offers comfortable rooms with kitchenette, en-suite bathroom.

Yutowa Hotel
Hakone
4 Star

Located only steps away from Hakone Gora Park, Yutowa Hotel features an on-site restaurant, a hot-spring bath & free parking.

Highland Hotel
Hakone
4 Star

Situated in a forest, Highland Hotel offers an unforgettable stay with its hot spring bath, SPA and wellness center. All rooms are equipped with flat-screen TV, refrigerator, and electric kettle.

The Prince Ashinoko
Hakone
4 Star

Located next to Lake Ashinoko, The Prince Ashinoko Hotel offers a relaxing stay with its hot spring bath, SPA center & comfortable rooms facing the lake.

Hotel SPA Alpina
Takayama
3 Star

Hotel SPA Alpina offers a relaxing stay to the guests with an open-air bath & indoor hot-spring. The rooms come with ensuite bathroom.

Green Hotel
Takayama
4 Star

5 minutes walking distance from JR Takayama Station, Green Hotel gives a perfect location to discover the area. There are 6 on-site restaurants, offering each different cuisines.

SOTETSU FRESA INN EKIMAE
Hiroshima
4 Star

Located on Peace Boulevard and overlooking Peace Memorial Park and the Motoyasu River, this hotel right in the city center. It has 2 top-floor restaurants and a bar.

CANDEO HOTEL
Hiroshima
3 Star

With its rooftop open-air bath, indoor bath & sauna, Candeo Hotel has everything for a relaxing stay.

GRANVIA HOTEL
Hiroshima
4 Star

Granvia Hotel is located just a few steps away from JR Hiroshima Station, a perfect location to start your discovery. The on-site restaurants offer delicacies from both Japanese & world cuisine.

APA Hotel Ekimae Ohashi
Hiroshima
3 Star

Situated very close to JR Hiroshima Station, APA Hotel Ekimae Ohashi offers a perfect location to explore the city. The rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV, a fridge and an electric kettle.

Hotel Vista Premio Kawaranachi
Kyoto
3 Star

Situated few steps away from Shiyakusho-mae Station and Kamogawa River, the hotel offers a perfect location. Modern-designed rooms are equipped with an air purifier/humidifier, a fridge and a flat-screen TV.

Sotetsu Fresa Inn Shijo Karasuma
Kyoto
3 Star

The hotel is very close to Karasuma Station and is surrounded by many local restaurants & cafes. The rooms are equipped with flat-screen TV and fridge.

Prince Smart Inn
Kyoto
3 Star

Prince Smart Inn offers its guests a comfortable stay with its central location, air-conditioned rooms and on-site restaurant.

Oyado Nono
Kyoto
4 Star

A centrally located hotel featuring an indoor & outdoor bath, sauna and cold water bath. The rooms come with flat secreen tv, fridge and kettle.

Ekoin
Koyasan
Temple Lodging

A traditional-design accommodation, nestles in a beautiful garden. During their stay, passengers can join group meditation sessions.

Kumagaiji
Koyasan
Temple Lodging

Surronded by mountains and built with traditional architecture, Kumagaiji Temple Lodge offers a peaceful environment.

Saimonin
Koyasan
Ryokan

Surrounded by the charming atmosphere in Koyasan & tranquil environment, Saimonin offers its guests a relaxing stay.

Fugenin
Koyasan
Ryokan

A beautiful ryokan surrounded by the dreamy atmospehere of Koyasan, Fugenin is the perfect place for a calm & peaceful stay.

Sojiin
Koyasan
Ryokan

Nestled in a charming garden and surrounded by Koyasan's dreamy atmosphere, Sojiin offers the guests a getaway from this world.

Candeo Hotel Kishibe
Osaka
4 Star

A modern-design hotel featuring a rooftop open-air bath. The rooms are equipped with flat screen TV & fridge.

Miyako City Hommachi
Osaka
4 Star

With its central location & contemporary design, Miyako City Hommachi offer its guests a comfortable stay.

Sakura Garden Hotel
Osaka
3 Star

Sakura Garden Hotel offers a comfortable stay to its guests with its on-site restaurant, spacious rooms equipped with flat screen TV & kettle.

Sotetsu Fresa Inn Shinsaibashi
Osaka
5 Star

Sotetsu Fresa Inn Shinsaibashi is a modern-design hotel feauting an on-site restaurant. The rooms are equipped with free wifi & flat screen TV.

Accommodation
Tokyo
SUNROUTE ASAKUSA
3 Star
Accommodation
Tokyo
SOTETSU FRESA ROPPONGI HOTEL
3 Star
Accommodation
Tokyo
Mystays Asakusa
3 Star
Accommodation
Hakone
Yutowa Hotel
4 Star
Accommodation
Hakone
Highland Hotel
4 Star
Accommodation
Hakone
The Prince Ashinoko
4 Star
Accommodation
Takayama
Hotel SPA Alpina
3 Star
Accommodation
Takayama
Green Hotel
4 Star
Accommodation
Hiroshima
SOTETSU FRESA INN EKIMAE
4 Star
Accommodation
Hiroshima
CANDEO HOTEL
3 Star
Accommodation
Hiroshima
GRANVIA HOTEL
4 Star
Accommodation
Hiroshima
APA Hotel Ekimae Ohashi
3 Star
Accommodation
Kyoto
Hotel Vista Premio Kawaranachi
3 Star
Accommodation
Kyoto
Sotetsu Fresa Inn Shijo Karasuma
3 Star
Accommodation
Kyoto
Prince Smart Inn
3 Star
Accommodation
Kyoto
Oyado Nono
4 Star
Accommodation
Koyasan
Ekoin
Temple Lodging
Accommodation
Koyasan
Kumagaiji
Temple Lodging
Accommodation
Koyasan
Saimonin
Ryokan
Accommodation
Koyasan
Fugenin
Ryokan
Accommodation
Koyasan
Sojiin
Ryokan
Accommodation
Osaka
Candeo Hotel Kishibe
4 Star
Accommodation
Osaka
Miyako City Hommachi
4 Star
Accommodation
Osaka
Sakura Garden Hotel
3 Star
Accommodation
Osaka
Sotetsu Fresa Inn Shinsaibashi
5 Star

Tour Reviews

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  • Transportation 4.33
  • Value for Money 4.67
  • Guide 5
  • Overall 4.67

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