We Love —
- Indulge in distinctive moments, from partaking in an enchanting tea ceremony to immersing yourself in the authentic ambiance of a traditional ryokan stay.
- Discover the perfect harmony between spontaneity and structure through our comprehensive package. Enjoy the freedom to tailor your journey to your exact preferences, striking the ideal balance between flexibility and organization.
- Admiring breathtaking Mount Fuji, the spectacular source of inspiration for artists, poets, painters and travellers.
"Through this tour, I offer you an immersive Japan, exploring the essentials of major Japanese cities, as well as the hidden gems of the Land of the Rising Sun. Experience authenticity in a Ryokan at the foot of Mount Fuji and rejuvenate in onsens. Choose the extension to Mount Koya and spend an unforgettable night in a Buddhist temple amidst the mountains. We have considered your feedback and optimized the itinerary to make the most of each day!"
Your Itinerary In Brief —
Discover the treasures of Japan, a fascinating country known for technological prowess, gentle elegance, and a collision of tradition and modernity. Start your tour in Tokyo's bustling metropolis, spend a night amongst the quiet nature that rises to Mount Fuji, and visit the ancient temples in Kyoto's peaceful sanctity. Explore Japan's must-see places with a trip that combines tradition, nature, and modernity. For a bespoke stay, you can choose between an 8, 11, or 14-night tour, and between 3* or 4* hotel accommodations.
Your itinerary:
9 Nights / 11 Days Itinerary:
- Day 1: Arrival in Tokyo
- Days 2-5: Tokyo
- Day 6: Hakone - Mount Fuji
- Days 7-10: Kyoto
- Day 11: Departure
12 Nights / 14 Days Itinerary:
- Day 1: Arrival in Tokyo
- Days 2-5: Tokyo
- Day 6: Hakone - Mount Fuji
- Days 7-8: Osaka
- Day 9: Koya San
- Days 10-13: Kyoto
- Day 14: Departure
15 Nights / 17 Days Itinerary:
- Day 1: Arrival in Tokyo
- Days 2-6: Tokyo
- Day 7: Hakone - Mount Fuji
- Days 8-10: Osaka
- Day 11: Koya San
- Days 12-16: Kyoto
- Day 17: Departure
Your Itinerary In Detail —
Tokio & Hakone - Mount Fuji
TOKYO
Touch down in Tokyo ready for an unforgettable adventure in Japan. Leave customs and meet a friendly airport assistant who will hand over your travel documents. Take a shuttle transfer to your hotel, check-in, and get settled in the city (rooms available from 3pm).
Explore at your leisure, and visit the iconic sights of the Japanese capital. Tokyo offers up a fascinating juxtaposition of unique districts, towering skyscrapers, glowing signs, serene temples and traditional sanctuaries.
Don't miss :
- The Asakusa district and Senso-ji temple
- The 634 metre Tokyo Skytree and the Tokyo Tower, symbol of the city
- Ueno Park and its many museums
- The Shibuya and Shinjuku exit districts
- Hamarikyu, the Japanese garden between the buildings of Tokyo
- The gardens of the Imperial Palace
- Meiji-jingu Shrine
- Ginza, the chic district of Tokyo
- Harajuku, the avant-garde district
Osaka & Koya San
OSAKA
(For 12 or 15 night-tours)
Enjoy breakfast at your ryokan and travel to Osaka by high-speed train! (approx. 2h45) Discover Osaka, its famous gastronomy, and many tourist attractions.
Don't miss :
- The lively districts of Dotonbori, Namba and Shinsaibashi
- The electronic district of Denden-machi
- The medieval castle of Osaka and its cherry blossoms parks
- The biggest aquarium in Japan
- The unique and futuristic skyscraper, Umeda Sky Building
- Spa World, the biggest thermal baths in the world
- Universal Studios amusement park
- Minoh waterfalls, for an immersion in the japanese nature
Hiroshima & Miyajima can also be visited on a one day trip from Osaka (approx. 1h30 on a high speed train , included in your offer with Japan Rail Pass.)
KOYA SAN (sacred valley)
(For 12 or 15 night-tours)
Travel from Osaka to Koya San by train and cable car (included in your Koya San pass, approx. 2h) and check-in at your temple accommodation. During the afternoon, visit Koya San, the most mystical sacred mountain in Japan. A religious city that has long been closed in on itself, its temple-inns and verdant forest invite spirituality and peace.
Don't miss :
- The thousand-year-old necropolis of Okuno, on several hectares in the forest
- Kongôbu-ji and its dry Zen garden (the largest in the world)
- Danjôgaran, a group of sacred buildings in Kongôbuji located under a forest of cryptomers
- The Reihôkan, a collection of Buddhist sculptures and mandalas
- Walks and hikes in the forest
Please note : Luggage can be sent from the Osaka hotel to Kyoto hotel, so visitors can travel with lighter bags in Koya San. Booking possible at the time. Details will be in your travel documents.
Kyoto
KYOTO
(All Tours)
Journey to Kyoto from Hakone, Osaka or Koya San, depending on the length of your tour.
The next few days are free for you to explore Kyoto, the former imperial capital where the past merges with the present, and the present with the future. Explore this artistic, spiritual and culinary hub, and enjoy an included traditional Japanese tea ceremony in an authentic district of the city. Taste delicious matcha tea and learn of the complexities of this ancient tradition in one of the best tea houses of the city.
Don't miss :
- 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
Your Hotels —
Hand-picked Just For You
Maximum room capacity
For a stay of your choosing pick between 3* or 4* hotels, depending on the duration of your tour.
3* hotels:
- Tokyo: OMO3 Akasaka (or similar)
- Hakone Mount Fuji: Ryokan Ichinoyu Shinkan (or similar) - You will sleep on comfortable futons placed on the tatami. As is customary in Japanese temple hotels, the onsen bathroom is shared (not mixed). Toilets and washbasins are usually in the room but are not guaranteed. An optional private Japanese bathroom in the room can be added to your booking.
- Kyoto: Rakuro by The Share Hotels (or similar)
- Osaka: Hotel Noum Osaka (or similar)
- Koya San (sacred valley): Fukuchi Temple (or similar) - You will sleep on comfortable futons placed on the tatami. As is customary in Japanese temple hotels, the onsen bathroom is shared (not mixed). Toilets and washbasins are usually in the room but are not guaranteed. An optional private Japanese bathroom in the room can be added to your booking.
4* hotels:
- Tokyo: The Blossom Hibiya (or similar)
- Hakone Mount Fuji: Yutowa Hotel Ryokan (or similar). You will sleep either on comfortable futons or on western beds in a traditional tatami room. Bathroom and toilets are private in 4 * ryokans.
- Kyoto: The General Kyoto Takatsuji (or similar)
- Osaka: Cross Hotel (or similar)
- Koya San (Sacred Valley): Soji-in (or similar)
Your dining choices
Take time to venture out to local restaurants and try Yatai, street food outlets that often have some excellent surprises in store. However, you will have the opportunity to stay on a half-board basis (breakfast and dinner) during your stopover at Hakone-Mont Fuji, as well as at Koya San (vegetarian breakfast and dinner) if you choose a tour of 14 nights.
Optional excursions —
Kyoto - Night Tour in Geisha district

Some of the most beautiful places in Kyoto do not really reveal their beauty until twilight. Take a guided night walk to explore Gion, Kyoto's historic district.
Tokyo Private guided day tour

Enjoy a guided day with one of the locals!
Example of visits: Visit Meiji-jingu shrine in the center of Tokyo and Harajuku. Then explore Shinjuku, its garden and the Government Building for a breathtaking view.
Kyoto Guided day tour

Enjoy a guided day with one of the locals!
Example of visits: Explore Nijo Castle, the Kyoto residence of the Shogun Tokugawa Ieyasu and Kinkakuji (Golden Pavilion). Then onto Ginkakuji (Silver Pavilion) and the Gion district.
Optional hotel services —
Private Bath in Hakone

Like all traditional accommodations in Japan, the ryokan stay in Hakone Mount Fuji has a collective Japanese bath (Onsen). By choosing this option, you will benefit from a Japanese bathroom (traditional or modern) in your room. Recommended for mixed couples, families, modest people or people with visible tattoos.
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.