We Love —
- Immersing yourself in Japanese culture - a beautiful combination of tradition and modernity.
- Staying in ideally located hotels to discover Japan's three metropolises - Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka - and their surrounding areas.
- Experiencing a culinary journey with a guided tour of Tokyo's Tsukiji market and a stroll through Osaka's divine street food scene.
An ideal itinerary for a first discovery of Japan. You will explore the three main cities of the Land of the Rising Sun, each with its uniqueness: Tokyo, a bustling metropolis; Kyoto, more traditional; and finally, Osaka, known as the "nations kitchen," which will host the World Expo in 2025. Don't hesitate to explore the surroundings of these cities with your Japan Rail Pass.
Your itinerary in brief —
Japan, the land of the rising sun, offers you an intense travel experience. Admire the perfect combination of modernity and ancient customs on this 10 or 12 night tour.
Explore major cities such as Tokyo, Osaka and Kyoto at your own pace and move around freely like the locals thanks to the Japan Rail Pass.
Choose the length of stay that suits you best:
10 night tour:
- Day 1: Arrival in Tokyo
- Days 2 - 4: Tokyo
- Day 5: Tokyo - Kyoto
- Days 6 - 8: Kyoto
- Day 9: Kyoto - Osaka
- Day 10: Osaka
- Day 11: Departure
12 night tour:
- Day 1: Arrival in Tokyo
- Days 2 - 5: Tokyo
- Day 6: Tokyo - Kyoto
- Days 7 - 10: Kyoto
- Day 11: Kyoto - Osaka
- Day 12: Osaka
- Day 13: Departure
The freedom to explore:
Discover our expertly curated self-guided tours, designed to offer the perfect balance of structure and flexibility. While our travel experts suggest itineraries to help you explore each destination in depth, you have the freedom to tailor activities and pace to suit your personal preferences. Rest assured, the carefully selected hotels will remain as listed, ensuring a comfortable and seamless experience throughout your journey.
Your itinerary in detail —
10 NIGHT TOUR
DAY 1: ARRIVAL IN TOKYO
- English-speaking assistance upon arrival at Narita or Haneda airport.
- Shared transfer from Narita or Haneda Airport to your hotel in Tokyo.
Overnight stay at a Standard or Superior hotel (depending your chosen package).
Breakfast included.
DAYS 2 - 5: TOKYO
- More than a city, Tokyo is a fascinating juxtaposition of motley districts, skyscrapers, neon signs, temples and traditional shrines.
- Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure, discovering Tokyo.
- Our suggestion: Start your discovery of Tokyo gently with the famous Meiji-jingu Shrine, before continuing along the pedestrian Takeshita Dori street, renowned for its small shops.
Overnight stays at a Standard or Superior hotel (depending your chosen package).
Breakfasts included.
DAY 6: TOKYO - KYOTO (DAY 6 = ACTIVATION OF JR RAIL PASS)
- Your JR Rail Pass activates today.
- Board your train and enjoy a pleasant journey to Kyoto, considered to be Japan's spiritual centre.
Overnight stay at a Standard or Superior hotel (depending your chosen package).
Breakfast included.
DAYS 7 - 8: KYOTO
- Millennial, artistic, spiritual and gourmet, a visit to Kyoto is an opportunity to discover the cradle of the Japanese soul in all its facets, and is an absolute must-see on any trip to Japan.
- Our suggestion (optional, extra charge): Why not travel back in time by partaking in a traditional tea ceremony? Taste delicious matcha tea and understand all the intricacies of serving it in one of the city's tea houses.
Overnight stays at a Standard or Superior hotel (depending your chosen package).
Breakfasts included.
Days 9-11: Osaka
DAY 9: KYOTO - OSAKA
- Enjoy a relaxing train journey from Kyoto - Osaka with your JR pass.
- Take advantage of this short stay in Japan's gastronomic capital of Osaka to immerse yourself in the Japanese culture through its cuisine.
Overnight stay at a Standard or Superior hotel (depending your chosen package).
Breakfast included.
DAY 10: OSAKA
- Spend time discovering Osaka. Known for its quality street-food, you'll also discover a dynamic modern port city with a lively nightlife.
Overnight stay at a Standard or Superior hotel (depending your chosen package).
Breakfast included.
DAY 11: DEPARTURE
- It's your final morning in Japan, and time for departure.
- Enjoy the ease of a shared transfer from your hotel in Osaka to Kansai Airport
Overnight stay at a Standard or Superior hotel (depending your chosen package).
Breakfast included.
Important information about your tour and visits: The hotels, which comply with local standards, are indicative and may be changed locally for hotels of a similar category. The itinerary is subject to changes due to compelling reasons such as delayed flights, weather conditions or other cases of force majeure. The order of visits is also subject to change.
Your hotels —
Hand-picked just for you
Maximum room capacity
During your journey in Japan, you will stay in the following thoughtfully chosen hotels.
Your hotels:
Standard category accommodation:
- Tokyo: Agora Place Asakusa or Sotetsu Fresa Inn Higashi Shinjuku (or similar)
- Kyoto: Hearton Hotel Kyoto or Hotel Gimmond (or similar)
- Osaka: Hearton Nishi-Humeda or Wing International Select Osaka Umeda (or similar)
Superior category accommodation:
- Tokyo: Monterey La Soeur Ginza or Hotel East 21 Tokyo (or similar)
- Kyoto: Oriental Hotel Kyoto Rokujo or Almont Hotel Kyoto (or similar)
- Osaka: Mitsui Garden Osaka Premier Hotel or Ana Crowne Plaza Osaka (or similar)
If the hotels listed above are unavailable, you will be provided with comfortable accommodation in similar hotels. Local standards apply.
Your dining choices
This is a bed and breakfast stay.
Your included extras —
eSIM with 1GB internet
Enjoy easy access to the internet with a handy 1GB eSIM, bookable at the next stage of the booking process. Install your eSIM in just a few clicks before departure, and travel with complete peace of mind.
Please note: ensure your phone is compatible with eSIM cards to enjoy this service during your trip.
Optional extras —
eSIM with 2GB internet
Kamakura tour
Enjoy a guided day out with one of the locals. Kamakura, the ancient Zen capital nestled between the hills and the sea, offers a wealth of historical and seaside attractions.
- Examples of visits: The big Buddha (Daibutsu) of Kotoku-in, the temples of Hasedera and Hachimangu, the long beaches along the Pacific Ocean, the Enoshima peninsula.
- Meals, transport and entrance to sites are not included in the price.
- Guides can speak the following languages : English, French, German, Spanish. Italian on request
Tea Ceremony and Kimono Experience
Travel back in time by taking part in a traditional tea ceremony in an authentic district of Kyoto. Taste delicious matcha tea and understand the intricacies of serving it in one of the city's finest tea houses.
Sushi Making experience
Make your favourite sushi, then take the time to enjoy your creations accompanied by a traditional Miso soup. You'll learn how to make a number of different types of sushi, including: Nigiri, Inari, Hosomaki and California roll.
- What's included: English-speaking guide.
- What's not included : transport to meeting point, personal expenses.
- When: Early afternoon.
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 destinations —
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.
