Tour Description

Kon'nichiwa, Japan! We may only have a week, but what a week it is. Kicking things off in Tokyo - an orchestra of light, sound and history - we’ll travel (like locals) on the metro, with guided temple tours before whizzing to Kyoto on a bullet train. Here, we'll walk through zen gardens, explore mystical temples and spot Geishas. And finally, wrap it all up in Osaka, with loads of free time to feast on street food, explore the city or just soak it all in. Filled with a dazzling fusion of modern spectacle and ancient charm , this trip is the best way to see Japan in a week.

Priced From:

$ 3385pp ^*

From: 2025-09-06

To: 2025-10-18

Start Location: Tokyo, Japan

End Location: Osaka, Japan

Trip Type: In Depth Explorer

Tour Advisors

Tiffany McCrea-Lennon

Managing Director

Russell Mein

Travel Specialist

Caitlin Lennon

Travel Coordinator

Michelle Baldwin

Travel Specialist

Gaylyn Murdoch

Administration Manager

Holly Skene

Travel Co-ordinator

Kim Thomas

Broker

Itinerary

Arrive Tokyo

Day 1

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Daiichi Ryogoku Hotel (or similar)

Kon'nichiwa Tokyo! Welcome to this dazzling orchestra of light, sound and intersecting subway lines. This is the city where the future fuses with the past in the most fascinating way possible, and we'll have a free evening to bond, explore and soak it all in.

Tokyo

Day 2

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Daiichi Ryogoku Hotel (or similar)

Today we'll get ready to uncover Tokyo (on the metro!). We'll kick off with the ancient Buddhist temple of Asakusa Senso-ji & the famous Meiji Jingu shrine. And then, you have a free afternoon to discover the wild fashion of Harajuku & the shopping district of Nakamise Street, or take to the streets of Shibuya for an attempt to cross the busiest pedestrian crossing in the world.

Tokyo

Day 3

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Daiichi Ryogoku Hotel (or similar)

Today is yours to do Tokyo your way. (Just don't forget to charge your transport card before you head off for the day!). Anime fan? Check out Akihabara, the ultimate anime & gaming district. Looking for something uniquely Japanese? Head to a cafe where you're served by robots, eat a kawaii lunch (like a curry shaped like a pink teddy bear), visit Ueno Park for the museums and monuments, or even check out a cosplay cafe. Oh, and it's our last evening in Tokyo, so it's also the perfect time to check out some of the traditional bars at the Izakaya Alleys for a sip of sake.

Tokyo to Kyoto

Day 4

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Ibis Styles Kyoto Station (or similar)

Today it's time to take that famous example of Japanese efficiency, the aptly named bullet train. Our train will whizz us past the iconic Mount Fuji, of which we'll hopefully grab a glimpse, before heading for the zen gardens, teahouses of Kyoto and Fushimi Inari Shrine. With no time to waste, we'll hop on our private coach for a sightseeing tour, exploring this glorious showcase of ancient Japan.

Kyoto

Day 5

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Ibis Styles Kyoto Station (or similar)

Today is yours to walk the sublime gardens, explore mystical temples and marvel at the architecture of this unforgettable city. We recommend taking the opportunity for a half-day trip to Nara, where you'll find the towering 8th century Great Buddha, as well as numerous examples of beautiful shrines and temples, alongside the roaming, slightly cheeky deer.

Kyoto

Day 6

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Ibis Styles Kyoto Station (or similar)

There is still so much to see in Kyoto. Don a kimono and check out the bamboo forest, take some photos at the iconic Yasaka Pagoda or spot Geishas in the Gion district. Don't forget to sign up for the optional traditional tea ceremony and enjoy a cup of matcha tea.

Kyoto to Osaka

Day 7

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Ibis Budget Osaka Umeda (or similar)

It's just a short trip on the metro to Osaka this morning... And we have the whole day to explore. Check out Osaka castle or simply wander down Dontonburi tasting all of the delicious street food. Opt for the Izakaya dinner tonight for one last family meal before our sad goodbyes tomorrow.

Osaka

Day 8

Duration: 1

And just like that, the trip’s a wrap. Grab some brekkie, say your goodbyes, and soak up the final feels. Sticking around in Osaka? Lucky you - there’s still time to dive into this city’s epic food, culture, and you can’t forget Universal Studios. See ya soon!

Dates & prices

Start Date: 2025-09-06

End Date: 2025-09-13

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Adult Price: 3493

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Child Price:

Adult Price: 3493

single

Child Price:

Adult Price: 4752

Start Date: 2025-09-13

End Date: 2025-09-20

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Child Price:

Adult Price: 3385

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Adult Price: 3385

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Child Price:

Adult Price: 4630

Start Date: 2025-09-20

End Date: 2025-09-27

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Child Price:

Adult Price: 3493

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Child Price:

Adult Price: 3493

single

Child Price:

Adult Price: 4752

Start Date: 2025-09-27

End Date: 2025-10-04

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Child Price:

Adult Price: 3385

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Child Price:

Adult Price: 3385

single

Child Price:

Adult Price: 4630

Start Date: 2025-10-04

End Date: 2025-10-11

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Child Price:

Adult Price: 3893

twinShare

Child Price:

Adult Price: 3893

single

Child Price:

Adult Price: 5325

Start Date: 2025-10-11

End Date: 2025-10-18

twin

Child Price:

Adult Price: 3996

twinShare

Child Price:

Adult Price: 3996

single

Child Price:

Adult Price: 5612

Start Date: 2025-10-18

End Date: 2025-10-25

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Child Price:

Adult Price: 3893

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Child Price:

Adult Price: 3893

single

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Adult Price: 5325

Japan in a Week

Tour Advisors

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