We Love —
- Strolling through the modern streets of Tokyo, a lively and unique metropolis.
- Travelling in complete freedom and serenity thanks to the Japan Rail Pass, and exploring the beauty of the country at your own pace.
- Exploring unique places in Japan on a journey that combines traditions, nature and modernity.
New Voyage Privé —
Carefully selected by our experts especially for you
Your itinerary in brief —
Embark on an incredible stay in Japan for 10, 12 or 14 nights, staying in 3* or 4* hotels.
You'll discover a surprising and fascinating culture, a generous population, breathtaking landscapes and sumptuous temples. During this tour, we will take you on an adventure that includes three major Japanese cities: Tokyo the supercity, Kyoto the ancient capital and Osaka, the capital of gastronomy.
Choose your length of stay:
10-night tour:
- Day 1: Arrival in Osaka
- Day 2: Osaka
- Day 3: Osaka - Nara
- Day 4: Nara - Kyoto
- Days 5 - 7: Kyoto
- Day 8: Kyoto - Tokyo
- Days 9 - 10: Tokyo
- Day 11: Departure
12-night tour:
- Day 1: Arrival in Osaka
- Day 2: Osaka
- Day 3: Osaka - Himeji (start of JR Pass)
- Day 4: Himeji - Nara
- Day 5: Nara - Kyoto
- Days 6 - 8: Kyoto
- Day 9: Kyoto - Tokyo (end of JR Pass)
- Days 10 - 12: Tokyo
- Day 13: Departure
14-night tour:
- Day 1: Arrival in Osaka
- Day 2: Osaka
- Day 3: Osaka - Himeji
- Day 4: Himeji - Hiroshima
- Day 5: Hiroshima
- Day 6: Hiroshima - Nara
- Day 7: Nara - Kyoto
- Days 8 - 10: Kyoto
- Day 11: Kyoto - Tokyo
- Days 12 to 14: Tokyo
- Day 15: Departure
Please note that the itinerary of your tour is subject to change without affecting the interest of the programme.
Your itinerary in detail —
Kyoto
Kyoto, the former imperial capital, combines the past with the present, and the present with the future. Millennium, artistic, spiritual and gourmet: visiting Kyoto is an opportunity to discover the origins of the Japanese soul and is the essential stopover of a stay in Japan.
Our Suggestions in Kyoto:
- Kinkakuji (Golden Pavilion) and Ginkakuji (Silver Pavilion)
- Ryoanji Temple, a famous rock garden
- The Gion district and the Philosopher’s Path
- The Kiyomizu-dera
- Nishiki Market, where you can find typical food from Kyoto
- Nijo Castle and its nightingale floors
- Arashiyama bamboo groves
Overnight stay in a 3* or 4* hotel, depending on your chosen offer:
- Hearton Kyoto or Hotel Gimmond (3* hotel)
- Oriental Hotel Kyoto Rokuju or Almont Hotel Kyoto (4* hotel)
Breakfast at your hotel
Tokyo
Upon arrival in Tokyo, head to your hotel and begin your Tokyo adventure. Discover all of the main attractions of the capital. Tokyo is more than a city, it is a fascinating juxtaposition of heterogeneous neighborhoods, skyscrapers, lights, temples and traditional shrines.
Our Suggestions in Tokyo:
- Asakusa District and Senso-Ji Temple.
- The 634-meter-high Tokyo Skytree and Tokyo Tower, landmarks of the city Ueno Park and its many museums
- Shibuya and Shinjuku districts Hamarikyu, the Japanese garden between Tokyo's buildings
- The Imperial Palace Gardens
- The Meiji-Jingu Shrine Ginza, the chic district of Tokyo Harajuku, the avant-garde district
Overnight stay in a 3* or 4* hotel, depending on your chosen offer:
- Agora Place Asakusa or Sotetsu Fresa Inn Higashi Shinjuku (3* hotel)
- Monterey La Soeur Ginza or Hotel East21 Tokyo
Breakfast at your hotel
Osaka
Begin your journey in the vibrant city of Osaka.
Our Suggestions in Osaka:
- The medieval castle of Osaka, with its park full of plum and cherry trees
- The city centre and its Nakanoshima Island, with its rose park in the middle of the buildings
- Utsubo Park, an oasis of freshness in the business district
- Rendezvous in Umeda, the temple of Japanese-style shopping
- End up at the Umeda Sky building at dusk for a 360° view of Kansai (including Kyoto on a clear day)
- The Osaka Kaiyûkan aquarium, the largest aquarium in the world in terms of volume
- The Tennoji district and its Shitenno-ji Buddhist temple, one of the oldest in Japan
- Shinseikai, with retro charm
- DenDen machi, the technologeek village
- Don’t forget to go to Dotonbori, the liveliest district and its unparalleled atmosphere. Taste Osaka's specialties: takoyaki, okonomiyaki and many others.
Overnight stay in a 3* or 4* hotel, depending on your chosen offer:
- Hearton Nishi-Umeda or Wing International Select Osaka Umeda (3* hotel)
- Mamba Oriental Hotel or Ana Crowne Plaza Osaka (4* hotel)
Breakfast at your hotel
Your hotels —
Hand-picked just for you
Maximum room capacity
Throughout your tour, you will stay in Standard or Superior 3* or 4* hotels listed (or similar) depending on which offer you choose.
Your standard 3* hotels during the stay:
- Tokyo: Agora Place Asakusa or Sotetsu Fresa Inn Higashi Shinjuku
- Kyoto: Hearton Kyoto or Hotel Gimmond
- Osaka: Hearton Nishi-Umeda or Wing International Select Osaka Umeda
Your superior 4* hotels during the stay:
- Tokyo: Hotel Monterey La Soeur Ginza or Hotel East21 Tokyo
- Kyoto: Oriental Hotel Kyoto Rokuju or Almont Hotel Kyoto
- Osaka : Mamba Oriental Hotel or Ana Crowne Plaza Osaka
If the hotels listed above are unavailable, you will be provided with comfortable accommodation in similar hotels. Local standards apply.
Single rooms are available at an additional cost. The maximum room capacity is 2 adults.
Your dining choices
This offer is based on a board type as per your itinerary. You'll enjoy breakfast each morning at your hotels.
Your optional excursions —
Optional upgrade to 1st class Japan Rail Green Pass
Do you prefer to travel with a little more comfort? Then opt for an upgrade to 1st class for all journeys your Japan Rail Pass.
Kamakura tour
Visit Kamakura, the city that was the political heart of Japan in the Middle Ages. Your guide will tell you everything you want to know about this place steeped in history. Roundtrip train tickets from/to Tokyo are included.
Traditional tea ceremony and kimono experience
Taste delicious matcha tea in an authentic tea house dressed in a real kimono to complete this unique, rich cultural experience. Your hair will also be styled in the traditional manner for the occasion!
Sushi workshop
Surely one of Japan's most famous delicacies is sushi. Learn step-by-step how to prepare it yourself at home, picking up helpful tips. Of course, enjoy tasting your handiwork at the end of the workshop.
Your journey to Japan —
Flights:
You will be able to choose your airline and flight times when you make your booking. This flight may include one or more stopovers. The stopover may be technical (without a change of aircraft) or transit (with a change of aircraft).
Luggage information
Luggage, meals and other services on board may be subject to an additional fee on certain airlines. It is possible to view details of luggage allowances when you choose your flights at the next stage of the booking process. If luggage is not included with your flight, please go to the airline's website before your departure to purchase your luggage for an additional fee.
For domestic flights, airlines do not always offer the option of reserving luggage. In this case, you will need to pay for it at the airport counter.
You will receive all the information you need to check in for your flights after you have made your reservation.
Your destination —
Japan
Head to the land of thousand-year-old traditions for a cultural trip, enchanting landscapes for hiking enthusiasts and a paradise of new technology for geeks: Japan is the ideal destination.
The capital, Tokyo, modern and inspiring with its architecture, will impress you with its veritable forest of skyscrapers in the Shinjuku district or the Kokyo imperial palace.
For lovers of nature, you must undertake the ascent of Mount Fuji, take a walk in the heart of a park in spring to appreciate the beauty of the cherry blossoms and relax in an Onsen, these typical natural hot springs.
Rich in culture, Japan is also known for its traditional inns: the ryokan, but also for its unique gastronomy.
Visit museums and art galleries, watch a robot show, learn to savour sushi and sample the famous rice wine, sake... There is so much to discover in Japan, you are sure to return from your trip to the land of the rising sun enriched and renewed.