12 days tour

12 Day Best Of Japan The Golden Route

$ 2,297 .65 USD

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12 Day Best Of Japan The Golden Route

This tour includes:

Others

Tsukiji Fish Market: 2-3 food tastings, Seafood lunch Shirakawa-go: Lunch Kyoto: Entrance fees Nara: Entrance fees to Todaiji Temple Hiroshima & Miyajima: Transportation by Shinkansen

Transport

Transportation from centralized pick up locations Bullet trains

Guide

English speaking expert tour guide

Accommodation

Accommodation is included, you can choose the hotel level at the time of check out.

Not included:

Optional

Airport transfers (optional)

Others

Anything not mentioned above Transportation between the train stations & hotels Personal travel insurance Gratuities

Flights

Insurance

Personal travel insurance

Meals

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Itinerary of your trip 12 Day Best Of Japan The Golden Route

  • Day 1 Arrival In Tokyo
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Arrival In Tokyo

      Optional shared airport transfer

      Overnight in Tokyo

  • Day 2 Tokyo
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Tokyo

      9:00 - Begin your walking tour at Tokyo Station and head to the beautiful gardens of the Imperial Palace

      Enjoy views from the stunning Nijubashi Bridge

      Head to the Asakusa neighborhood

      Visit the famous Senso-ji Temple

      Shop on Nakamise-dori street

      Free time for lunch

      Visit the Meiji Jingu Shrine - the most famous Shinto shrine

      Check out the colorful and vibrant Harajuku district

      In the commercial ward of Shibuya, see the famous Shibuya Crossing

      17:00 - The tour ends

      Overnight in Tokyo

  • Day 3 Free Day In Tokyo
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Free Day In Tokyo

      Take the day to freely explore the city, try some local restaurants, or relax in your hotel

      Overnight in Tokyo

  • Day 4 Tsukiji Fish Market & Culture
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Tsukiji Fish Market & Culture

      Visit a 300-year-old Buddhist temple and learn about ancient traditions

      Explore the bustling Tsukiji Fish Market and taste a variety of local treats

      During lunch, sample from a range of fresh seafood, like sashimi bowls and bite-sized treats

      Ride up to a secret observatory deck and view the market and city skyline from above

      Overnight in Tokyo

  • Day 5 Mount Fuji & Lake Kawaguchi
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Mount Fuji & Lake Kawaguchi

      Head to Oishi Park to enjoy views of Lake Kawaguchi & Mount Fuji

      Visit Arakura-Fuji Sengen Shrine

      Reach the 5th Station for epic views of Mount Fuji

      Taste the fresh water of the natural ponds at Oshino Hakkai

      Overnight in Tokyo

  • Day 6 Morning Bullet Train To Kanazawa
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Morning Bullet Train To Kanazawa

      Take the Shinkansen from Tokyo to Kanazawa

      Explore Kanazawa on your own; we suggest you visit the Kenrokuen Garden and enjoy the stunning views

      Overnight in Kanazawa

  • Day 7 Shirakawa-Go
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Shirakawa-Go

      Monday/Tuesday/Friday: Shirakawa-go and Gokayama

      Drop off at Roadside Station

      3 hours to freely explore Shirakawa-go village and have lunch (included)

      Walk around the Gokayama Kaminashi district and discover Gokayama village

      Sunday/Saturday: Shirakawa-go

      Drop off at Roadside Station

      Enjoy 1.5 hours of free time to have lunch and explore the UNESCO site of Shiragawa-go

      See old townscapes and wander the tranquil village

      Wednesday/Thursday: Shirakawa-go, Gokayama & Hida-Takayama

      Drop off at Roadside Station

      2 hours to freely explore the UNESCO site of Shirakawa-go

      See the treasures of Hida-Takayama, where the castle town from the Edo period remains

      Overnight in Kanazawa

  • Day 8 Transfer To Kyoto & Afternoon Tour
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Transfer To Kyoto & Afternoon Tour

      After breakfast, transfer to Kyoto by train via Thunderbird Limited Express

      Enjoy stunning views along the way, like Lake Biwa

      Arrive in Kyoto and enjoy an afternoon tour of iconic sites

      Visit Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine

      Discover the Buddhist temples of Sanjusangendo Temple and Kiyomizudera

      Overnight in Kyoto

  • Day 9 Nara & Transfer To Osaka
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Nara & Transfer To Osaka

      Explore the iconic Todaiji Temple and its towering Great Buddha statue

      Meet friendly deer in the scenic Nara Park

      Visit the Kasuga Taisha Shrine, part of the Historic Monuments of Ancient Nara

      In the afternoon, catch the Shinkansen bullet train to Osaka

      Overnight in Osaka

  • Day 10 Hiroshima & Miyajima
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Hiroshima & Miyajima

      Board the Shinkansen bullet train to Hiroshima

      Take a ferry to Miyajima, the Shrine Island, and learn about its cultural and spiritual significance

      Marvel at the Itsukushima Shrine, a UNESCO World Heritage Site

      Return to Miyajimaguchi station and head to the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park

      See the A-Bomb Dome, a commemorative symbol of peace

      Overnight in Osaka

  • Day 11 Osaka
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Osaka

      Wander the entertainment district of Namba & Dotonbori

      See the Hozenji Temple โ€“ dating back to the 17th century

      Visit the vibrant and lively Kuromon Ichiba Market

      Explore the neighborhoods of Shinsekai

      Marvel at the beautiful Osaka Castle

      Walk through the famous Shinsaibashi shopping district and Nipponbashi

      Overnight in Osaka

  • Day 12 Departure
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Departure

      Optional transfers to Kansai Airport (KIX) or Tokyo city center are available

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Basic

Almost everyone is fit for these activities. Every hike or physical exercise last less than 30 minutes, such as paragliding and horseback riding. Please ask about specific conditions.

Age range

Age range

Min: 1 / Max: 99

Experience allowed to all ages.

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