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Osaka
Tokyo
12 days
Maximum 16
discovery
About your trip
From neon-lit skyscrapers to bamboo forests dotted with ancient temples, there’s nowhere quite like Japan. This 12-day trip will take you from the foodie capital of Osaka to the city lights of Tokyo, and even down to the floating Torii Gate of Miyajima Island, which sits in Hiroshima Bay. Along the way, you’ll get to see geishas in Kyoto, sample sake in Takayama and hang out with sumo wrestlers in the capital. You’ll get the chance to stay in a range of hotels and sing your heart out at karaoke alongside your fellow travellers. How can we squeeze so much into one itinerary? You have Japan’s incredible train networks to thank. Prepare to get your steps in on this one, too, since the other way to explore Japan at its best is by exploring on your own two feet.
Trip Highlights
- Experience the comfort, efficiency and thrill of riding the bullet train
- Uncover Hiroshima’s past at the Peace Park and Museum
- See the floating Torii Gate and deer on Miyajima Island
- Hike through bamboo forests and the endless gates of Fushimi Inari
- Admire views of Mount Fuji from Lake Ashi
- Explore the backstreets of Kyoto and see geishas
- Soak in an Onsen in the Japanese Alps
- Witness a sumo wrestling demonstration and learn how to make sushi
Your Itinerary
What's included
- One night spa hotel accommodation
- 10 nights standard hotel accommodation
- Private and local transport
- 11 breakfasts, two lunches, four dinners
- Local Insider
- Osaka tour
- Hiroshima tour
- Miyajima Island tour
- Bamboo forest and temple visit
- Fushimi Inari tour
- Kyoto tour
- Hida Folk Village visit
- Sake tasting
- Onsen experience
- Lake Ashi cruise
- Ropeway to Hell cable car
- Sumo wrestler experience
- Tsukiji Outer Market tour
- Sushi-making class
- Tokyo tour
- Karaoke night
What's not included
- Visas
- Travel Insurance
- Flights to and from the destination
Customer Reviews
Accommodation
Tokyu Stay Osaka Hommachi, Osaka
This stylish, modern city hotel places you right in the thick of a buzzing district of Osaka. Feel the pulse of the city as you hit the streets, but become enveloped in the soothing sense of calm that washes over you as soon as you enter through the doors. Opt for Japanese or Western-style breakfasts to start the day right!
EN HOTEL Hiroshima
Warm hues and clever lighting imbues a touch of sophistication to this hotel on the banks of the Kyobashi River. The luscious greenery (or cherry blossom when in season) of Hijiyama Park is just a 10-minute walk across the river, or you could head in the other direction for 20 minutes and reach Hijiyama Park.
Henn na Hotel Kyoto Hachijoguchi, Kyoto
This Kyoto hotel, conveniently located near the train station, is a classic example of Japan’s love of embracing futuristic, high-tech features. There’s the specially designed mattresses and pillows, cutting edge wallpaper and carpet materials designed to create a relaxing ambience, and the fluffy duvet made of high-quality down. Everything is modern and created with care, while on the quirkier side of technological advancement lies the robot dinosaurus, ready to greet you at reception…
Hotel Wing International Hida Takayama
Enjoy a hint of traditionalism in this hotel located in the heart of Takayama’s beautiful Edo period streets. The hotel itself is a little more up-to-date, from the cosy bedrooms to the large public bath with natural hot spring water. Prepare to fall in love with the local cuisine of Takayama at the in-house restaurant, with specialities including miso soup and Hida beef croquettes.
Hotel Hakone Yumoto, Hakone
Find yourself surrounded by an abundance of verdant greenery at this Hakone hotel that could loosen up the tensest of muscles. From the comfy beds to the beautiful onsen (natural hot springs) and its truly gorgeous location in the middle of a quiet, luscious forested valley, this place is as relaxing as hotels get.
Henn na Hotel Tokyo Akasaka, Tokyo
Stay right in the beating heart of Tokyo at this modern city hotel, which boasts easy access to three stations, and is even within walking distance of several major Tokyo attractions. Head in one direction for the Imperial Palace and in another for the Tokyo Tower, and another again to discover the vibrant Shibuya district. The hotel itself is crisply designed, while breakfast options are varied and dining options are a little unusual for this part of the world, thanks to the hotel’s very own Irish-style pub!