Arrival in Tokyo
Arrival in Tokyo and hotel check-in. Free time for your first impressions of the Japanese capital and an evening walk around the hotel area.
14 days · Quoted per enquiry
Essential Japan
Tokyo · Hakone · Osaka · Kyoto · Takayama · Japanese Alps · Tokyo
14
days on the ground
7
stops on the route
One ryokan night in Takayama
Day by day
The complete journey.
Accommodation, transport and included experiences are confirmed in the tailored proposal. No departure dates or prices have been invented.
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Tokyo
Full-day exploration of Tokyo, combining traditional temples with modern districts such as Harajuku, Shibuya and Asakusa. See the famous Shibuya Crossing and experience the contrasts of the city.
Hakone
Tokyo – Hakone
Travel to Hakone and the Mount Fuji region. Weather permitting, enjoy spectacular views of Japan’s most iconic mountain.
Hakone
A day surrounded by the natural beauty of Hakone, with opportunities for a cruise on Lake Ashi, panoramic views and a traditional Japanese onsen experience.
Osaka
Hakone – Osaka
Travel by Shinkansen bullet train to Osaka. Evening exploration of vibrant Dotonbori, famous for its neon lights and street-food culture.
Osaka
Explore Osaka, including the area around Osaka Castle and the city’s best-known shopping and culinary districts.
Kyoto
Osaka – Kyoto
Travel to Kyoto, Japan’s cultural capital. Discover traditional temples, gardens and atmospheric historic streets.
Kyoto
Full-day sightseeing in Kyoto, with highlights such as Kinkaku-ji Golden Pavilion, Fushimi Inari Shrine and the traditional Gion district.
Takayama
Kyoto – Takayama
Journey into the Japanese Alps and the traditional town of Takayama. Stay in a Japanese ryokan with the opportunity to enjoy a traditional dinner.
Takayama
Explore Takayama’s beautifully preserved old town, with wooden houses, craft shops and traditional sake breweries.
Japanese Alps
Japanese Alps
Continue through the mountain landscapes of Central Japan and visit traditional villages surrounded by spectacular scenery.
Japanese Alps
Discover the quieter and more authentic side of Japan, away from its major metropolitan centres.
Tokyo
Japanese Alps – Tokyo
Return to Tokyo. Free time for last-minute shopping and independent exploration.
Departure
Transfer or independent journey to the airport for departure.
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