Tour Description

Kon'nichiwa Japan! We may only have a week, but what a week it is. Starting in the orchestra of light, sound and history that is Tokyo, we'll get locally guided tours of temples and palaces before whizzing to Kyoto via a bullet train. Here, we'll walk through zen gardens, explore mystical temples and spot Geishas before taking the short trip to Osaka, where we'll have plenty of time to nip to Universal Studios or simply eat our way around the local street food stalls. 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:

$ 3216pp ^*

From: 2025-05-17

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, starting with the ancient Buddhist temple of Asakusa Senso-ji & the famous Meiji Jingu shrine. You'll have the chance 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. Love a bit of sport? Then a baseball game at the Tokyo Dome might just tickle your fancy too!Please Note: The Baseball Game Optional Experience must be pre-booked before your trip via the reservations team as availability can't be guaranteed once on the trip. This will be offered on select departures due to game schedule.

Tokyo

Day 3

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Daiichi Ryogoku Hotel (or similar)

Today is yours to do Tokyo your way. Anime fan? Check out Akihabara, the ultimate anime & gaming district. Looking for something uniquely Japanese? Go on a date with a giant plush toy at the Moomin cafe, 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. 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. We'll waste no time with 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 to Osaka this morning... And we have the whole day to explore. There's plenty of time to fit in Universal Studios, 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

Our trip ends after breakfast in Osaka today. We'll say farewell to Japan & our new friends, but the memories we made here will stick with us forever.

Dates & prices

Start Date: 2025-05-31

End Date: 2025-06-07

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End Date: 2025-06-21

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End Date: 2025-07-05

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End Date: 2025-09-13

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Adult Price: 3334

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End Date: 2025-09-20

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Adult Price: 4536

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End Date: 2025-10-04

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Adult Price: 3554

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Adult Price: 3554

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Adult Price: 4862

Start Date: 2025-10-04

End Date: 2025-10-11

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Adult Price: 3724

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End Date: 2025-10-18

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Japan in a Week

Tour Advisors

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