9 Day Classic Japan
9 days
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Overview
Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule
Highlights
- Tour dazzling Tokyo, a city of ancient traditions coupled with state-of-the-art technology View the serene Meiji Shrine honoring the first Emperor of modern Japan and his Empress Board the famous shinkansen, or “bullet train” that whisks you from Tokyo to Kyoto Discover Kyoto, founded in the 8th century, one of the early capitals of Japan Stand before the celebrated gold-gilded Kinkaku-ji Temple, known as the “Golden Pavilion" Marvel at the Fushimi Inari Shrine, with its endless arcades of vermilion colored torii Visit dramatic Osaka Castle with its extraordinary collection of art, armor and collectibles In Osaka, walk through bustling Kuromon Market, with vendors selling fast-food Japanese-style †Transfers are available for purchase for land only or on alternative flight dates
What's this trip about?
3 Tokyo, 2 Kyoto, 2 Osaka
Details
Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeSmall Group - 24 max
Age range18 years and up
Flights and transportN/A
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Trip includes
- Flights Los Angeles-Tokyo, Osaka-Los Angeles Other departure cities available. Click on date of departure for selection and prices Airline taxes & fuel surcharges 7 nights First Class accommodations
- 3 nights Tokyo 2 nights Kyoto 2 nights Osaka Hotel taxes, fees & service charges Hotel porterage All transfers included only with airfare purchase on package arrival & departure dates† High-Speed Bullet Train: Tokyo-Kyoto 9 meals: 7 breakfasts, 2 dinners with wine Services of English-speaking tour manager throughout Entrance fees per itinerary
Itinerary
DAY 1, Friday - Depart for Japan
Depart for Japan
DAY 2, Saturday - Arrive in Tokyo
Arrive in dynamic Tokyo in the "Land of the Rising Sun"; transfer to your hotel. Your tour will begin with an orientation meeting with you Tour Manager at approximately 7 PM. We recommend you select flights that arrive no later than 5 PM. Following the meeting there will be a light dinner served
Overnight: Tokyo
Meals: Dinner
DAY 3, Sunday - Tour of Tokyo
On today's tour of Tokyo, witness the contrast of this city of ancient traditions coupled with state-of-the-art technology. Begin your tour at the serene Meiji Shrine, nestled in a beautiful forested area that honors the first Emperor of modern Japan and his Empress. Aft...
DAY 4, Monday - Full Day in Tokyo
Spend the day at leisure to explore all of the delights of Tokyo on your own, or, participate in the optional full day tour to Mt. Fuji and Hakone* that promises a day of breathtaking natural scenery. Upon arrival, ascend to the 5th Station of Mt. Fuji, located at an ele...
DAY 5, Tuesday - Bullet Train to Kyoto, Kinkaku-ji Temple, Gion District
At the Tokyo Station, board the world-famous shinkansen, or "bullet train" that whisks you to Kyoto - a unique experience! Upon arrival, have lunch on your own. Afterward, enjoy a traditional tea ceremony, where you participate in the ritualized art of preparing, serving...
DAY 6, Wednesday - Full Day in Kyoto
Time to discover Kyoto on your own, or, join the fascinating optional tour to Hiroshima and Miyajima Island. After arriving by train, take a short ferry ride to Miyajima Island, not far from the coast. Enjoy views of the striking Itsukushima Shrine best-known for its flo...
DAY 7, Thursday - Kyoto City Tour, Drive to Osaka
Embark on a tour of historic Kyoto, founded in the 7th century, one of the early capitals of Japan and home of the country's most treasured remnants of Japanese imperial life. Start with a stop at Fushimi Inari Taisha, an impressive Shinto shrine that sits at the foot of...
DAY 8, Friday - Full Day in Osaka
The morning is at leisure to enjoy this city on your own, or, embark on the optional tour to the 8th century Imperial capital of Nara. In this repository of Japan's cultural heritage, there are eight UNESCO World Heritage Sites and a wealth of historic treasures includin...
DAY 9, Saturday - Depart Japan
Transfer to the airport for your departure flight
Meals: Breakfast
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Last Updated: 2/23/2024
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Optional Activities
Full Day Hiroshima & Miyajima Spend a day exploring the historical highlights of Hiroshima and discovering the idyllic Miyajima Island. Board a ferry to the majestic Miyajima Island, an area known as one of Japan's most beautiful landscapes. Disembark and explore the island to learn the history of the iconic red Itsukushima Shrine that appears to float on the water at high tide*. Reboard the ferry and head back to Hiroshima. Upon arrival, visit the Hiroshima Memorial Park, a historical site near where the atomic bomb exploded. See exhibitions that show the carnal destruction the bomb caused and marvel at how the city recovered. Take a moment to reflect on the heartbreaking history of the region. Continue to the iconic Atomic Bomb Dome (Genbaku Dome), a structure that miraculously survived the 1945 attack. Board the bullet train for your return journey.
*The Torii Gate will be under renovation beginning in June 2019.
Approximate tour duration is 11 hours. OnDay : 6 Price : $400 Full Day Mt. Fuji & Hakone with Lunch Travel along the scenic roads of rural Japan with its striking natural scenery. Ascend to the 5th Station of Mt. Fuji, the highest mountain in Japan and one of the most beautiful conical volcanoes in the world. Stop to admire the gorgeous landscape of the park and Lake Ashi. After lunch, ascend to the summit using a cable car, to marvel at sweeping views of Hakone National Park and gain a whole new appreciation of this iconic mountain. Spend time at leisure to explore the surrounding area on your own. Enjoy a relaxing cruise around placid Lake Ashi before returning to your hotel in Tokyo.
Pick up details to be advised locally. Approximate tour duration is 11 hours.
*Weather conditions around Mt Fuji are challenging to predict, sometimes clouds will restrict views of the mountain & terrain. Additionally, poor weather conditions can sometimes prevent the ascent to the 5th Station or the operation of the cable car in Hakone. In these situations, alternative sightseeing will be provided. OnDay : 4 Price : $152 Imperial Capital of Nara Travel via the Nara Keinawa expressway to the 8th century Imperial capital of Nara, repository of Japan's cultural heritage, with eight UNESCO World Heritage Sites and a wealth of historic treasures. Arrive at the exquisite Todai-ji Temple, one of the world’s largest wooden structures and home of the impressive Great Buddha bronze statue, rising over 50 feet high. You then continue to Nara Park to see the over 1,000 tame deer roaming freely in the peaceful park. The tour concludes with a visit to the famous and beautiful Kasuga Taisha Shrine, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, displaying over 3,000 antique hanging bronze lanterns.
Pick up details to be advised locally. Drop-off at the hotel. Approximate tour duration is 5 hours. OnDay : 8 Price : $91 Full Day Hiroshima & Miyajima Spend a day exploring the historical highlights of Hiroshima and discovering the idyllic Miyajima Island. Board a ferry to the majestic Miyajima Island, an area known as one of Japan's most beautiful landscapes. Disembark and explore the island to learn the history of the iconic red Itsukushima Shrine that appears to float on the water at high tide*. Reboard the ferry and head back to Hiroshima. Upon arrival, visit the Hiroshima Memorial Park, a historical site near where the atomic bomb exploded. See exhibitions that show the carnal destruction the bomb caused and marvel at how the city recovered. Take a moment to reflect on the heartbreaking history of the region. Continue to the iconic Atomic Bomb Dome (Genbaku Dome), a structure that miraculously survived the 1945 attack. Board the bullet train for your return journey.
*The Torii Gate will be under renovation beginning in June 2019.
Approximate tour duration is 11 hours. OnDay : 6 Price : $400 Full Day Mt. Fuji & Hakone with Lunch Travel along the scenic roads of rural Japan with its striking natural scenery. Ascend to the 5th Station of Mt. Fuji, the highest mountain in Japan and one of the most beautiful conical volcanoes in the world. Stop to admire the gorgeous landscape of the park and Lake Ashi. After lunch, ascend to the summit using a cable car, to marvel at sweeping views of Hakone National Park and gain a whole new appreciation of this iconic mountain. Spend time at leisure to explore the surrounding area on your own. Enjoy a relaxing cruise around placid Lake Ashi before returning to your hotel in Tokyo.
Pick up details to be advised locally. Approximate tour duration is 11 hours.
*Weather conditions around Mt Fuji are challenging to predict, sometimes clouds will restrict views of the mountain & terrain. Additionally, poor weather conditions can sometimes prevent the ascent to the 5th Station or the operation of the cable car in Hakone. In these situations, alternative sightseeing will be provided. OnDay : 4 Price : $152 Imperial Capital of Nara Travel via the Nara Keinawa expressway to the 8th century Imperial capital of Nara, repository of Japan's cultural heritage, with eight UNESCO World Heritage Sites and a wealth of historic treasures. Arrive at the exquisite Todai-ji Temple, one of the world’s largest wooden structures and home of the impressive Great Buddha bronze statue, rising over 50 feet high. You then continue to Nara Park to see the over 1,000 tame deer roaming freely in the peaceful park. The tour concludes with a visit to the famous and beautiful Kasuga Taisha Shrine, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, displaying over 3,000 antique hanging bronze lanterns.
Pick up details to be advised locally. Drop-off at the hotel. Approximate tour duration is 5 hours. OnDay : 8 Price : $91 Full Day Hiroshima & Miyajima Spend a day exploring the historical highlights of Hiroshima and discovering the idyllic Miyajima Island. Board a ferry to the majestic Miyajima Island, an area known as one of Japan's most beautiful landscapes. Disembark and explore the island to learn the history of the iconic red Itsukushima Shrine that appears to float on the water at high tide*. Reboard the ferry and head back to Hiroshima. Upon arrival, visit the Hiroshima Memorial Park, a historical site near where the atomic bomb exploded. See exhibitions that show the carnal destruction the bomb caused and marvel at how the city recovered. Take a moment to reflect on the heartbreaking history of the region. Continue to the iconic Atomic Bomb Dome (Genbaku Dome), a structure that miraculously survived the 1945 attack. Board the bullet train for your return journey.
*The Torii Gate will be under renovation beginning in June 2019.
Approximate tour duration is 11 hours. OnDay : 6 Price : $400 Full Day Mt. Fuji & Hakone with Lunch Travel along the scenic roads of rural Japan with its striking natural scenery. Ascend to the 5th Station of Mt. Fuji, the highest mountain in Japan and one of the most beautiful conical volcanoes in the world. Stop to admire the gorgeous landscape of the park and Lake Ashi. After lunch, ascend to the summit using a cable car, to marvel at sweeping views of Hakone National Park and gain a whole new appreciation of this iconic mountain. Spend time at leisure to explore the surrounding area on your own. Enjoy a relaxing cruise around placid Lake Ashi before returning to your hotel in Tokyo.
Pick up details to be advised locally. Approximate tour duration is 11 hours.
*Weather conditions around Mt Fuji are challenging to predict, sometimes clouds will restrict views of the mountain & terrain. Additionally, poor weather conditions can sometimes prevent the ascent to the 5th Station or the operation of the cable car in Hakone. In these situations, alternative sightseeing will be provided. OnDay : 4 Price : $152 Imperial Capital of Nara Travel via the Nara Keinawa expressway to the 8th century Imperial capital of Nara, repository of Japan's cultural heritage, with eight UNESCO World Heritage Sites and a wealth of historic treasures. Arrive at the exquisite Todai-ji Temple, one of the world’s largest wooden structures and home of the impressive Great Buddha bronze statue, rising over 50 feet high. You then continue to Nara Park to see the over 1,000 tame deer roaming freely in the peaceful park. The tour concludes with a visit to the famous and beautiful Kasuga Taisha Shrine, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, displaying over 3,000 antique hanging bronze lanterns.
Pick up details to be advised locally. Drop-off at the hotel. Approximate tour duration is 5 hours. OnDay : 8 Price : $91 Full Day Hiroshima & Miyajima Spend a day exploring the historical highlights of Hiroshima and discovering the idyllic Miyajima Island. Board a ferry to the majestic Miyajima Island, an area known as one of Japan's most beautiful landscapes. Disembark and explore the island to learn the history of the iconic red Itsukushima Shrine that appears to float on the water at high tide*. Reboard the ferry and head back to Hiroshima. Upon arrival, visit the Hiroshima Memorial Park, a historical site near where the atomic bomb exploded. See exhibitions that show the carnal destruction the bomb caused and marvel at how the city recovered. Take a moment to reflect on the heartbreaking history of the region. Continue to the iconic Atomic Bomb Dome (Genbaku Dome), a structure that miraculously survived the 1945 attack. Board the bullet train for your return journey.
*The Torii Gate will be under renovation beginning in June 2019.
Approximate tour duration is 11 hours. OnDay : 6 Price : $400 Full Day Mt. Fuji & Hakone with Lunch Travel along the scenic roads of rural Japan with its striking natural scenery. Ascend to the 5th Station of Mt. Fuji, the highest mountain in Japan and one of the most beautiful conical volcanoes in the world. Stop to admire the gorgeous landscape of the park and Lake Ashi. After lunch, ascend to the summit using a cable car, to marvel at sweeping views of Hakone National Park and gain a whole new appreciation of this iconic mountain. Spend time at leisure to explore the surrounding area on your own. Enjoy a relaxing cruise around placid Lake Ashi before returning to your hotel in Tokyo.
Pick up details to be advised locally. Approximate tour duration is 11 hours.
*Weather conditions around Mt Fuji are challenging to predict, sometimes clouds will restrict views of the mountain & terrain. Additionally, poor weather conditions can sometimes prevent the ascent to the 5th Station or the operation of the cable car in Hakone. In these situations, alternative sightseeing will be provided. OnDay : 4 Price : $152 Imperial Capital of Nara Travel via the Nara Keinawa expressway to the 8th century Imperial capital of Nara, repository of Japan's cultural heritage, with eight UNESCO World Heritage Sites and a wealth of historic treasures. Arrive at the exquisite Todai-ji Temple, one of the world’s largest wooden structures and home of the impressive Great Buddha bronze statue, rising over 50 feet high. You then continue to Nara Park to see the over 1,000 tame deer roaming freely in the peaceful park. The tour concludes with a visit to the famous and beautiful Kasuga Taisha Shrine, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, displaying over 3,000 antique hanging bronze lanterns.
Pick up details to be advised locally. Drop-off at the hotel. Approximate tour duration is 5 hours. OnDay : 8 Price : $91 Full Day Hiroshima & Miyajima Spend a day exploring the historical highlights of Hiroshima and discovering the idyllic Miyajima Island. Board a ferry to the majestic Miyajima Island, an area known as one of Japan's most beautiful landscapes. Disembark and explore the island to learn the history of the iconic red Itsukushima Shrine that appears to float on the water at high tide*. Reboard the ferry and head back to Hiroshima. Upon arrival, visit the Hiroshima Memorial Park, a historical site near where the atomic bomb exploded. See exhibitions that show the carnal destruction the bomb caused and marvel at how the city recovered. Take a moment to reflect on the heartbreaking history of the region. Continue to the iconic Atomic Bomb Dome (Genbaku Dome), a structure that miraculously survived the 1945 attack. Board the bullet train for your return journey.
*The Torii Gate will be under renovation beginning in June 2019.
Approximate tour duration is 11 hours. OnDay : 6 Price : $400 Full Day Mt. Fuji & Hakone with Lunch Travel along the scenic roads of rural Japan with its striking natural scenery. Ascend to the 5th Station of Mt. Fuji, the highest mountain in Japan and one of the most beautiful conical volcanoes in the world. Stop to admire the gorgeous landscape of the park and Lake Ashi. After lunch, ascend to the summit using a cable car, to marvel at sweeping views of Hakone National Park and gain a whole new appreciation of this iconic mountain. Spend time at leisure to explore the surrounding area on your own. Enjoy a relaxing cruise around placid Lake Ashi before returning to your hotel in Tokyo.
Pick up details to be advised locally. Approximate tour duration is 11 hours.
*Weather conditions around Mt Fuji are challenging to predict, sometimes clouds will restrict views of the mountain & terrain. Additionally, poor weather conditions can sometimes prevent the ascent to the 5th Station or the operation of the cable car in Hakone. In these situations, alternative sightseeing will be provided. OnDay : 4 Price : $152 Imperial Capital of Nara Travel via the Nara Keinawa expressway to the 8th century Imperial capital of Nara, repository of Japan's cultural heritage, with eight UNESCO World Heritage Sites and a wealth of historic treasures. Arrive at the exquisite Todai-ji Temple, one of the world’s largest wooden structures and home of the impressive Great Buddha bronze statue, rising over 50 feet high. You then continue to Nara Park to see the over 1,000 tame deer roaming freely in the peaceful park. The tour concludes with a visit to the famous and beautiful Kasuga Taisha Shrine, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, displaying over 3,000 antique hanging bronze lanterns.
Pick up details to be advised locally. Drop-off at the hotel. Approximate tour duration is 5 hours. OnDay : 8 Price : $91
Additional Information
Additional Information: Land only price does not include arrival/departure transfers.
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