Osaka Small Group Tours &amp; Trips

Small Group Tour

Why we love them

With a wide range of trip styles, Exodus caters to every type of traveler out there- even those with specific interests from cycling to winter hiking.

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Moderate

Visits

Hiroshima, Kyoto, Osaka, Tokyo

Highlights

Discover the iconic cities of Tokyo, Kyoto, Hiroshima and Osaka
Enjoy the natural beauty and Unesco sites of Nikko
Experience cherry blossom season or beautiful autumn colours
Take the high-speed Shinkansen bullet train
Taste a variety of Japanese cuisine

Themes

Cultural, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"Rick was really helpful and patient. He explained things clearly, was happy to answer questions. It is a long time since I last travelled solo but I felt confident that Rick understood what I wanted from the trip and reassured me."

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-26%$6,683

8 days From$4,950

Ultimate Japan

premier

4.5/5 Excellent

Small Group Tour

Why we love them

They're highly committed to sustainable tourism and contribute to crucial initiatives like climate action, focusing on local cultures and more.

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Moderate

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Visits

Hakone, Hiroshima, Indiana, Kyoto, Nagasaki, Osaka, Takayama, Tokyo

Highlights

Soar high above Lake Ashi and (on a clear day) get a glimpse of the iconic Mt Fuji on a ride on the Hakone ropeway.
Stay in a countryside homestay, taking you off the beaten track to experience classic Japanese hospitality. Feast on home-cooked meals over conversations with your welcoming hosts and learn about rural life in Japan. 
Spend three nights in Kyoto, and craft your own experience in this ancient capital with loads of free time and the help of your expert local leader.
Watch the steam coming out of the ‘hells’ (hot spring pools in Jigoku) of Beppu and enjoy a unique experience for lunch – you’ll cook and steam your food right in the hot spring steam, said to be rich with healthy minerals, then take a relaxing a soak in a traditional onsen,
Explore the little town of Takayama that sits within the Japanese Northern Alps and take in the stunning view of the five peaks of Mount Aso from the Daikanbo Observatory.

Themes

Cultural, High Adventure

What travelers are saying

"I did the EBC trek with Intrepid in September and October. Our group missed the first 3 days of the planned 12 day trek due to bad weather. There was a real fear we would not be able to do the trek at all. Intrepid sorted out additional accommodation and flights once we were able to fly. Our group made it to EBC by missing the 2 acclimation days on the accent and descending in 3 days instead of 4. This was only possible because of the awesome staff (guides and porters) employed by Intrepid and by Intrepid's backroom staff making alternative accommodation and flight arrangements for us."

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-26%$14,398

24 days From$10,665

Japan Highlights Family Holiday

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4.5/5 Excellent

Small Group Tour

Why we love them

They're highly committed to sustainable tourism and contribute to crucial initiatives like climate action, focusing on local cultures and more.

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Easy

Visits

Kyoto, Osaka, Tokyo

Highlights

Step into the world of youth subculture and quirky fashion in Harajuku – the centre of Tokyo’s pop culture, known for its colourful street art and vintage clothes shops – before diving into a fun and immersive Taiko drumming workshop.
Discover the history and tradition of Kyoto with its many shrines, geishas and temples and snap the perfect family pic at the iconic red gates of Fushimi Inari.
Travel past Mt Fuji via bullet train and settle into rural Japanese life at a local farmstay, where you can help harvest tea and prepare a home-cooked, farm-to-table feast for dinner with your hosts.
Immerse yourself in Osaka's food scene with a super fun sushi making experience (the perfect skill to bring home from your trip to Japan)!
Experience the future of inclusive employment and support a good cause with a visit to an experimental cafe where the robot waiters are controlled remotely by staff living with disabilties.

Themes

Family Friendly

What travelers are saying

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-26%$4,975

8 days From$3,685

Japan Highlights

premier

4.5/5 Excellent

Small Group Tour

Why we love them

They're highly committed to sustainable tourism and contribute to crucial initiatives like climate action, focusing on local cultures and more.

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Easy

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Visits

Kyoto, Osaka, Tokyo

Highlights

Explore all the highlights of Japan in just over a week! This is a cultural and culinary whirlwind from the streets of Tokyo to the eats of Osaka.
Experience the many sides of Shibuya in Tokyo, from busy intersections to the tranquility of the ancient Meiji Shrine and the quirky fashion of Harajuku.
Visit a local tea farm and learn about harvesting tea leaves and making Japanese green tea, then settle into your farm stay, pick some fresh ingredients from the farm and prepare a home-cooked, farm-to-table feast with your hosts for the perfect blend of Japanese hospitality and country life.
Ride the rails like the locals, from lightning-fast bullet trains to scenic mountain rails offering seasonal views of cherry blossoms and autumn leaves.
Veer off the busy tourist track with a visit to Mishima – a small town built on the old lava flow of Mt Fuji – then head to the cultural heart of Kyoto, where you can dive into local history and traditions among shrines, geishas and a 300-year-old sake brewery.

Themes

Cultural, High Adventure

What travelers are saying

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-26%$4,471

8 days From$3,312

Southern Japan Experience

premier

4.5/5 Excellent

Small Group Tour

Why we love them

They're highly committed to sustainable tourism and contribute to crucial initiatives like climate action, focusing on local cultures and more.

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Moderate

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Visits

Hiroshima, Nagasaki, Osaka

Highlights

Explore the unique island of Naoshima – transformed from a sleepy fishing community into a world-class art destination, with sleek and stylish museums and artworks that harmonise with the landscape.
Stay in a countryside homestay, taking you off the beaten track to experience excellent Japanese hospitality. Feast on home-cooked meals over fascinating conversations with your welcoming hosts and learn about rural life in Japan.
Watch the steam coming out of the ‘hells’ (hot spring pools in Jigoku) of Beppu. Enjoy a local lunch, cooked in the unique local way – you’ll steam your food in the hot spring water, creating authentic flavours rich with healthy minerals! And followed by a relaxing soak in the local onsen if you wish!
Take in the stunning view of the five peaks of Mount Aso from the Daikanbo Observatory, then a light hike on the moon-like terrain to the largest crater of Nakadake.
Expect the unexpected in Nagasaki, tragically famous for being one of the only two cities that were bombed during the war. Discover the unique charm of this port-side Dutch influenced city and all the history it has collected over the years.

Themes

Cultural, High Adventure

What travelers are saying

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-26%$6,926

12 days From$5,130

Classic Japan: Land of the Rising Sun

By Cosmos

none

4/5 Great

Small Group Tour

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Very Easy

Visits

Hiroshima, Kyoto, Mount Fuji, Osaka, Tokyo

Themes

50 plus, Cultural

What travelers are saying

"We've taken over 10 group tours using Cosmos and Gate1. This trip last month, 9000 was not very good. -During booking, incorrect information was given about airport-hotel transfers -The whispers (listening devices) didn't work from the get-go, so no whispers were used during the 13 day trip. - Porters are no longer hired to bring your luggage to and from your room. (Very elderly had to handle their own luggage. Our friends had to help many of them.) -A few days into the trip one couple left. At the end of the trip we found out they had covid. Cosmos did not let us know; a few people weren't feeling well and two of our friends then tested positive. -One hotel was awful and not even up to "budget" standards -Many of the stops had castles, churches... but were not included, so be sure to count that in when pricing.  don't plan to use Cosmos ever again. Gate1 is the best in my opinion. When my husband's passport was stolen, they assigned someone to go with him to the embassy, translate, etc...It was above and beyond what we expected  "

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12 days From$3,729

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Visions of Japan with Hiroshima & Osaka

By Globus

none

4.7/5 Excellent

Small Group Tour

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Very Easy

Visits

Hiroshima, Kanazawa, Kyoto, Matsumoto, Mount Fuji, Nara, Osaka, Shirakawa, Takayama, Tokyo

Themes

50 plus, Cultural

What travelers are saying

"Visions of Japan was our first international trip ever, so we were nervous, but as it turns out, we had no reason to be - everything went so smoothly! Our guide was wonderful and knowledgeable, the driver was skilled, and the hotels were beautiful. All the stops were fun and amazing. It was a great 'get your feet wet' tour of Japan. I highly recommend it! You're in good hands with Globus."

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15 days From$7,919

Visions of Japan with Hiroshima

By Globus

none

4.7/5 Excellent

Small Group Tour

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Very Easy

Visits

Hiroshima, Kanazawa, Kyoto, Matsumoto, Mount Fuji, Nara, Osaka, Shirakawa, Takayama, Tokyo

Highlights

TOKYO City sightseeing; visit the Meiji Shrine
Imperial Palace
Asakusa Kannon Temple
Nakamise shopping arcade
Tokyo Skytree; calligraphy class; kimono fitting; [LF] traditional tea ceremony; night walking tour; welcome dinner KAMAKURA See the Great Buddha MOUNT FUJI AREA Cruise on Lake Ashi; cable-car ride to view Mount Fuji MOUNT FUJI AREA–KYOTO Travel by high-speed bullet train KYOTO City sightseeing; visit Fushimi Inari Shrine

Themes

50 plus, Cultural

What travelers are saying