Explore the largest cities in Japan in just one week on this fun-filled Tokyo, Osaka and Kyoto trip! Hop between Tokyo, Osaka and Kyoto to learn about the history, culture and architecture of Japan.
Some of the highlights of this Japan city tour are Mount Fuji, bathing in a traditional onsen, visiting one of the oldest temples in the country and learning the ways of the traditional tea ceremonies!
This trip is great for those who really want to get in touch with Japanese culture as it offers an intimate experience with constant support from a private guide.Explore the largest cities in Japan in just one week on this fun-filled Tokyo, Osaka and Kyoto trip! Hop between Tokyo, Osaka and Kyoto to learn about the history, culture and architecture of Japan.
Some of the highlights of this Japan city tour are Mount Fuji, bathing in a traditional onsen, visiting one of the oldest temples in the country and learning the ways of the traditional tea ceremonies!
This trip is great for those who really want to get in touch with Japanese culture as it offers an intimate experience with constant support from a private guide.
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Itinerary
Day 1
Start Your Japan City Tour in Tokyo
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A driver will greet you at the airport and drive you in a limousine bus to Tokyo. You'll have the rest of the day to rest or explore the city. Tokyo is a vibrant, fast-paced city which can be exciting and overwhelming all at the same time. Embrace this wonderful city today in your free time in the afternoon and get to know the area around your hotel.
Accommodation
Shinjuku Washington Hotel★3 star
Activities
Half-Day Tokyo TourOptional Activity
Transportations
Private Driver from Narita International Airport to Tokyo
Destinations
Shinjuku
Tokyo
Day 2
The Ultimate Japan City Tour - Introducing Tokyo!
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Today, you'll start your city tours of Japan with a scenic tour of Tokyo starting at the World Trade Centre for a panoramic view of the city where, on a clear day, you'll see Mount Fuji. You'll drive past Ginza on the way to Senso-Ji Temple and Nakamise Street, both iconic attractions in Tokyo. In the late afternoon, you'll take a leisurely cruise on the Sumida River, a scenic journey which is extremely popular during cherry blossom season.
Accommodation
Shinjuku Washington Hotel★3 star
Activities
Seaside Top Observatory
Imperial Palace and Nijubashi Bridge
Sensoji Temple and Nakamise Street
Sumida River Night Time Sakura Cruise
Transportations
Bus from Shinjuku Washington Hotel to Hamamatsuchō
Bus from Sumida Park to Tokyo Station
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Shinjuku
Tokyo
Day 3
Mount Fuji, Hakone and Gotemba Outlet Day Tour
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You'll be picked up from your hotel and taken to Mount Fuji, you'll go to the fifth station for a stunning view of the volcano before heading for a relaxing hour in an onsen where you can hop from pool to pool enjoying the varying temperatures. You'll finish the day in Gotemba outlet, the largest shopping complex in Japan.
Accommodation
Shinjuku Washington Hotel★3 star
Activities
Mount Fuji
Yamanakako
Gotemba Premium Outlets
Transportations
Private Driver from Shinjuku Washington Hotel to Hamamatsucho Bus Terminal
Bus from Hamamatsuchō to Mount Fuji
Bus from Hakone to Tokyo
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Shinjuku
Fujinomiya
Yamanakako
Gotenba
Day 4
Tokyo to Osaka
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Continue your Japan city tour this morning by taking the high-speed train to Osaka. Once you're checked in, you can explore Osaka in your own time for the remainder of the day. Osaka is known as the 'Kitchen of Japan' for its wonderful food and vibrant street food scene. Osaka is renowned for eating so much so that they have coined their own term, 'kuidaore', meaning 'eat 'til you drop'!
Accommodation
APA Hotel Osaka Higobashi Ekimae★3 star
Activities
Osaka
Transportations
High-Speed Rail from Tokyo to Osaka
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Shinjuku
Osaka
Day 5
Full-Day Walking Tour of Osaka
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Today, you'll see the most important sites in Osaka as well as the lesser-known parts of the city. You'll start off at Osaka Castle, an iconic building in the city before visiting some of the unique temples in the city. You'll also visit the Namba Yasaka Shrine, Shinsekai - a district with a retro atmosphere and fascinating history, Sumiyoshi Taisha - one of Japan's oldest shrines and finally, Daisen Park Japanese Garden.
Accommodation
APA Hotel Osaka Higobashi Ekimae★3 star
Activities
Namba Yasaka Shrine
Osaka Castle
Shinsekai District
Sumiyoshi Taisha
Daisen Park Japanese Garden
Transportations
Walking from Namba Parks to Namba Yasaka Shrine
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Osaka
Sakai
Day 6
Explore Kyoto & Nara
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Today, you'll travel by train and private driver to visit the city of Osaka and the nearby ancient capital of Japan, Nara. In Kyoto, you'll visit the famous Byodo-in Temple, founded almost 1,000 years ago! In Nara, you'll visit the impressive Kasuga-Taisha Shrine decorated with thousands of bronze lanterns, and Nara Nagomikan, the largest souvenir shop in Nara before returning to Osaka for the evening.
Accommodation
APA Hotel Osaka Higobashi Ekimae★3 star
Activities
Byodo-in Temple
Kasuga-Taisha Shrine
Nara Nagomikan
Transportations
Train from Kyoto Station to Uji Station
Private Driver from Kyoto to Nara
Private Driver from Nara to Osaka
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Osaka
Uji
Nara
Day 7
Departure Day
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In the morning, you'll have some free time until heading to the airport. You may want to fill that time with some shopping or more exploring. When you're ready, your driver will transfer you to the airport in time to catch your departing flight.
Transportations
Private Driver from Osaka to Narita International Airport
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Osaka
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What’s included?
6 nights accommodation
16 activities
6 breakfasts
Airport transfer
Entrance fees
Ground transportation
Licensed English speaking guides
What’s not included?
Alcohol beverages
Domestic flights
Entry visas / airport departure tax
Gratuities
International flights
Laundry
Personal expenses
Travel insurance
Trekking permits
Starting From
AU$ 3,490/ per traveller sharing
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Benefits of this trip
Japan in 7 days
3-star accommodation
24/7 in-destination support from your local designer
