Trip Overview
Embark on a six-day adventure-filled trip and enjoy some unique experiences in Japan's capital, Tokyo.
With more than 40 million inhabitants, Tokyo is of the world's most populous metropolis. Tokyo has so many faces and districts that it can be overwhelming. This trip compiles the best the city has to offer in this six-day itinerary to help you navigate and see Tokyo at its best.
You'll see well-known places such as Shibuya or Harajuku, but also some hidden gems. This Tokyo trip is also packed with activities including cycling, karaoke, sumo training, food tours and relaxing time to appreciate the city at your leisure.
This tour is a great introduction to a longer trip across Japan.
With more than 40 million inhabitants, Tokyo is of the world's most populous metropolis. Tokyo has so many faces and districts that it can be overwhelming. This trip compiles the best the city has to offer in this six-day itinerary to help you navigate and see Tokyo at its best.
You'll see well-known places such as Shibuya or Harajuku, but also some hidden gems. This Tokyo trip is also packed with activities including cycling, karaoke, sumo training, food tours and relaxing time to appreciate the city at your leisure.
This tour is a great introduction to a longer trip across Japan.
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Itinerary
Day 1
Welcome to Tokyo!
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Welcome to Japan! Your private English-speaking assistant will greet you at the arrival lobby. You will then transfer to central Tokyo by private car. After check-in, you will be free to rest or to explore the city at your leisure. Your hotel will be located in central Tokyo with convenient access to many attractions and restaurants.
Accommodation
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Nishi Shinjuku★3 star
Activities
Tokyo Metropolitan Government BuildingOptional Activity
Hanazono-Jinja ShrineOptional Activity
Samurai MuseumOptional Activity
Shinjuku Golden GaiOptional Activity
Transportations
Private Driver from Narita International Airport to Shinjuku City
Destinations
Tokyo
Shinjuku
Day 2
Tokyo Cycling Tour & Highlights of the City
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You'll meet your private guide at your accommodation and embark on a full sightseeing day in Tokyo. You'll visit the Asakusa district in the centre of Tokyo's shitamachi (literally "low city"), one of Tokyo's districts, where an atmosphere of the Tokyo of past decades survives. At the centre, stands one of Tokyo's oldest temples, Sensoji Temple. Next, you will embark on a cruise on the Sumida River to Odaiba where you will start your afternoon cycling tour.
Accommodation
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Nishi Shinjuku★3 star
Activities
Asakusa
Tokyo Cruise
Odaiba & Tokyo Bay
Tsukiji Market
Imperial Palace and Nijubashi Bridge
Tsukishima
Transportations
Metro from Shinjuku City to Asakusa
Bicycle from Odaiba to Odaiba
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Shinjuku
Tokyo
Japan
Day 3
Day Trip to Hakone & Mt Fuji Area
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Today, with your private guide, you will head to Mt Fuji and Hakone-Izu National Park known for its natural beauty and hot springs. You'll visit the unique Hakone Open-Air Museum and then take the scenic ropeway over Owakaduni Hell Valley where boiling steam comes up from the mountain. You'll cruise on Lake Aishi, and pay a visit to the Hakone protective shrine. At the end of the day, you will take the train back to Tokyo. The evening will be at your leisure.
Accommodation
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Nishi Shinjuku★3 star
Activities
Hakone Open-Air Museum
Hakone Ropeway
Owakudani Valley
Hakone Sightseeing Cruise
Hakone Shrine
Transportations
Train from Shinjuku City to Hakone-Yumoto Station
Train from Hakone-Yumoto Station to Tokyo
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Shinjuku
Ashigarashimo District
Day 4
Free Day in Tokyo - Free day at your leisure
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Today is a free day at your leisure.
Accommodation
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Nishi Shinjuku★3 star
Activities
Free Day in TokyoOptional Activity
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Shinjuku
Tokyo
Day 5
Tokyo Sightseeing & Japanese Drums Lesson
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In the morning, you'll head to Harajuku where some of the most extreme teenage cultures and fashion styles are on display. Takeshita Dori (Street) is lined by many trendy shops, fashion boutiques.
Have break at one of Tokyo's cutest pet cafe.
Next, you'll walk the Shibuya Scrambled Crossing for lunch at Pepper parlor, a robot restaurant.
After a quick walking tour of shibuya, you will head to Azaibu district and visit Tokyo's newest Digital exposition : Teamlab Borderless.
Accommodation
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Nishi Shinjuku★3 star
Activities
Meiji Shrine
Harajuku
mipig cafe - Harajuku
Shibuya Crossing
TeamLab Borderless
Restaurants
Pepper Parlor
Transportations
Metro from Tokyo to Tokyo
Meals
Breakfast and lunch
Destinations
Shinjuku
Tokyo
Day 6
Departure Day
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Today is the last day of your Tokyo trip. Depending on your flight time, you may have time for some last-minute exploration or shopping. In good time for your departure flight, you’ll be picked up at your accommodation by your private driver and transfer to Narita or Haneda airport by private car.
Transportations
Private Driver from Tokyo to 成田国際空港
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Shinjuku
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What’s included?
- 5 nights accommodation
- 15 activities
- 5 breakfasts and 1 lunch
- Airport transfer
- Entrance fees
- Ground transportation
- Licensed English speaking guides
- Travel insurance
What’s not included?
- Alcohol beverages
- Domestic flights
- Entry visas / airport departure tax
- Gratuities
- International flights
- Laundry
- Personal expenses
- Trekking permits
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AU$ 5,872/ per traveller sharing
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Benefits of this trip
Japan in 6 days
3-star accommodation
24/7 in-destination support from your local designer
Unique local experiences you can’t find elsewhere
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