We Love —
- Escape to Japan and enjoy the adventure of a lifetime in destinations such as Tokyo, Kyoto and Hakone.
- Choose between 3* and 4* hotels throughout your stay and dine on delicious cuisine, ensuring you're well-pampered from the moment you arrive.
- Enjoy iconic locations, vibrant history and culture, and the opportunity to add a wide range of impressive optional excursions!
Your Destinations —
Tokyo
Despite its love affair with manga pop culture, fashion, high-tech trends and conspicuous consumption, below the surface is a city that has its roots in ancient heritage. Shinto shrines and Buddhist temples stand close to skyscrapers as a reminder of a more contemplative time and at the heart of the hyperactive centre lies the serene Imperial Palace, the home of the ruling emperor that provides a tangible link to the city’s historical past.
Behind the shopping, entertainment and commercial emporia can be found quaint wooden houses, private gardens with meticulously clipped bonsai trees and the Zen-like calm of the Hamarikyu Gardens. Discover the fascinating and exquisite culture of Japan where the ancient and modern worlds collide. The city’s reputation as a mega-expensive metropolis is ill-conceived and visitors can take advantage of inexpensive izakaya bars and neighbourhood cafes that serve delicious noodles and rice dishes.
Hakone
Takayama
Kanazawa
Kyoto
Our Offers —
8-Night Discovery of Japan Tour in 3* or 4* Hotels
OR
10-Night Discovery of Japan Tour in 3* or 4* Hotels
OR
12-Night Discovery of Japan Tour in 3* or 4* Hotels
OR
14-Night Discovery of Japan Tour in 3* or 4* Hotels
Your Itineraries In Brief —
8-Night / 10-Day Tour
Day 1: UK - Tokyo
Day 2: Tokyo
Day 3: Tokyo
Day 4: Tokyo
Day 5: Tokyo
Day 6: Hakone - Mount Fuji
Day 7: Kyoto
Day 8: Kyoto
Day 9: Kyoto
Day 10: Osaka - UK
10-Night / 12-Day Tour
Day 1: UK - Tokyo
Day 2: Tokyo
Day 3: Tokyo
Day 4: Tokyo
Day 5: Tokyo
Day 6: Hakone - Mount Fuji
Day 7: Takayama - Japanese Alps
Day 8: Kanazawa
Day 9: Kyoto
Day 10: Kyoto
Day 11: Kyoto
Day 12: Osaka - UK
12-Night / 14-Day Tour
Day 1: UK - Tokyo
Day 2: Tokyo
Day 3: Tokyo
Day 4: Tokyo
Day 5: Tokyo
Day 6: Hakone - Mount Fuji
Day 7: Takayama - Japanese Alps
Day 8: Takayama - Japanese Alps
Day 9: Kanazawa
Day 10: Kyoto
Day 11: Kyoto
Day 12: Kyoto
Day 13: Kyoto
Day 14: Osaka - UK
14-Night / 16-Day Tour
Day 1: UK - Tokyo
Day 2: Tokyo
Day 3: Tokyo
Day 4: Tokyo
Day 5: Tokyo
Day 6: Tokyo
Day 7: Tokyo
Day 8: Hakone - Mount Fuji
Day 9: Takayama - Japanese Alps
Day 10: Takayama - Japanese Alps
Day 11: Kanazawa
Day 12: Kyoto
Day 13: Kyoto
Day 14: Kyoto
Day 15: Kyoto
Day 16: Osaka - UK
Your Itinerary —
During their tour, our members will follow the itinerary as seen below. Our members will receive the following items 20 days before departure:
- A 25-page mini travel guide, giving details about your trip (transport between hotels, touristic spots, train timetables etc.)
- Your Japan Rail Pass (not included in 8-night tour)
- Airport shuttle vouchers (airport shuttle)
- Japan map with train schedules
- Maps of Tokyo and Kyoto
- Tourist brochures for the cities featured in the tour
Flight from UK.
Day 2: Arrival in Tokyo
Upon arrival in Tokyo, you will enjoy a transfer to the hotel.
Days in Tokyo
Enjoy free time in the city or opt to add one of our optional excursions as listed below.
Our Suggestions in Tokyo:
Asakusa district and Senso-ji temple
The Tokyo Skytree, 634 metres high, and Tokyo Tower, the symbol of the city
Ueno Park with its many museums
Shibuya and Shinjuku districts
The Imperial Palace Garden
Meiji-jingu Shrine
Day trips from Tokyo:
Nikko, with its temples and shrines in the heart of the forest. Trains to Nikko are covered by the JR Pass (2 hours).
Kamakura and the Great Buddha (Daibutsu). The train to Kamakura is covered by the JR Pass (1 hour).
On this day, transfer to the station by subway (not included) and enjoy a train journey from Tokyo to Odawara by Shinkansen (45-minute fast train), from where you can reach Hakone - Mount Fuji (extra 15-minute train that is not covered by JR Pass - additional 2.5EUR). At night, enjoy a complimentary dinner at your traditional Ryokan.
Our Suggestions in Hakone:
Gora-koen Park
Chokoku-no-mori open-air musueum
Hakone & Narukawa museum of fine arts
Hakone-jinja sanctuary
Mount Fuji from Ashi-no-ko lake
Day 7, 8 or 9-10 (not available with 8-night stay): Takayama - Japanese Alps
Following breakfast at your Ryokan in Mount Fuji, enjoy a transfer from Hakone to Odawara (extra 15-minute train that is not covered by JR Pass - additional 2.5EUR) and an express train to Takayama which is included in the JR Pass (4 hours).
Takayama is famous for being an area most skilled in woodwork. Though this small town is surrounded by mountains, it did not stop it from spreading its reputation. During the Edo Period, Takayama was controlled by the shogun, who managed to generate fortune for the city. Currently in the heart of Takayama is a preserved merchant street that continues to sell its beautiful crafts. Inside this small village is a blossoming culture and gorgeous views to see. It will definitely surprise and charm you once you visit.
Our Suggestions in Takayama:
The Sanmachi-suji district
The Kokubun-ji temple
The houses of Yoshijima and Kusakabe
The Hall dedicated to the Takayama Matsuri, a festival held twice a year in spring in autumn
Following breakfast at your hotel, enjoy a transfer to the station (not included). Then, take a direct train to Kanazawa included with the JR Pass (2.5 hours). Upon arrival, enjoy a free day in the city or opt to add the excursion listed below.
Our suggestions in Kanazawa:
Kenrokuen, one of Japan's "three most beautiful landscape gardens"
Kanazawa Castle
The Seisonkaku Villa, built in 1863
The 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art
Higashi-Chaya district and Nagamachi district
After breakfast in your hotel, transfer to the station (not included) and journey to Kyoto by express train (2.5 hours) which is included in your JR Pass. Upon arrival, enjoy free time in the city or opt to add one of our excursions as seen below.
Our suggestions in Kyoto:
Ryoanji Temple, a famous rock garden
Kinkakuji (Golden Pavilion) and Ginkakuji (Silver Pavilion)
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’s bamboo groves
Day trip suggestions from Kyoto:
Nara - Trip covered by the Japan Rail Pass (30 to 45 minutes), with Fushimi-Inari Taisha shrine and its thousands of vermilion torii gates on your way back from Nara. Trip covered by the Japan Rail Pass (5 minutes).
Hiroshima & Miyajima (1 hour 45 minutes from Kyoto, included in your Japan Rail Pass).
Final Day of Stay: Osaka - UK
Take a transfer to Osaka Kansai Airport from your hotel (included) in time for departure flight back to the UK.
Your Tour Hotels —
Our members will stay at the following 3* or 4* hotels in Standard Rooms.
In the Hakone-Mount Fuji Ryokan, Half Board Dining (breakfast and evening meal served in the main restaurant - excludes drinks) is included. In the Takayama and Kanazawa hotels, daily breakfast is included.
When staying in 3* hotels, all other breakfasts are not included but can be booked at reception upon check-in. When staying in 4* hotels, breakfast is included in each hotel.
3* Hotels

Hakone: Ryokan Ishinovu Shinkan Hotel 3* or similar
Takayama (not valid with 8-night tour): Country Hotel Takayama 3* or similar
Kanazawa (not valid with 8-night tour): MyStays Kanazawa Castle Hotel 3* or similar
Kyoto: MyStays Kyoto Shijo 3* or similar
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4* Hotels

Hakone: Yoshiike Ryokan 4* or similar
Takayama (not valid with 8-night tour): Hotel Wat Hotel & Spa Hide Takayama 4* or similar
Kanazawa (not valid with 8-night tour): Nikko Kanazawa Hotel 4* or similar
Kyoto: Monterey Hotel 4* or similar
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Please note: the bed for the 3rd guest sharing is likely to be a sofa bed or camp style bed. If any of these hotels are not available, hotels of a similar standard will be found. Important information: In Japan, where everything is smaller than in other country, 3* hotels are often very good quality hotels, but rooms are smaller (12 to 16 m2 for twin rooms). To upgrade your comfort, select the 4* option.
Your Optional Excursions —
Unlimited Pocket Wifi Supplement

Pre-paid transportation card, already charged with ¥1,500

● A prepaid card with 1500 yen ready for use
● Can be used on public transport in Tokyo and all other major Japanese cities
● Can be easily topped up on the machines at train stations
● Can be used as an electronic wallet
Tokyo Airport Welcome - same price package for 1-5 people (only valid for arrival between 10 am and 6 pm)

Tokyo Guided Day Tour - same price package for 1-5 people

Tokyo Disneyland or Disneysea

Please Note: On site, you can choose between Disneyland or Disneysea but you cannot enter both parks. 1 hour from Tokyo by public transport.
Private Onsen (Traditional Japanese Bath) in your room

Kyoto Guided Day Tour

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.
Meals, transportation and site entrance charges for you and the guide are not included in the price. Guide meals, guide transportation and guide site entrance fees: roughly 25 € /activity) All our guides are bilingual English speakers.
Kyoto Geisha District Evening Walk (90 mins)

Kyoto - Group Tea Ceremony in English

Kanazawa Half Day Guided Tour

Example of visits:
- Kenrokuen, one of Japan's "three most beautiful landscape gardens"
- Kanazawa Castle
- Museum of Contemporary Art
- Geisha and Samourai districts
- Famous large fish market
Transportation and site entrance charges for you and the guide are not included in the price (Guide transportation and guide site entrance fees: roughly 8 € /activity) All guides are bilingual English speakers.
Your Journey —
Flights: You may choose from Economy, Premium or Business class flights on sectors that they operate, at the next stage of the booking process. The flights included are with either a scheduled or no-frills airline and are subject to live availability and prices can change. You can choose your preferred departure times during the booking process. Please select your flight options carefully as departure and arrival airports may differ.
Transfers: Transfer from Tokyo airport (Narita or Haneda) by Limousine Bus and a transfer directly from your hotel in Kyoto to Osaka Kansai Airport by airport shuttle are included. With the 10, 12 and 14-night stays, guests will also have a Japan Rail Pass included for transfer services. For 8-night stays, guests will have train tickets but no JR Pass.
The shared limousine bus shuttle is a shared shuttle that leaves the airport and stops either in front of your hotel or at a stop located between 1 and 15 minutes walk from your hotel.
Detailed explanations in your travelogue with pictures will include:
- How to find the Limousine Bus which is easily recognisable at Tokyo Airport
- The possible walking distance
This transfer is not a private transfer with reception. If you wish to be met personally at the airport you can choose the "Airport Welcome" option.
In rare cases, depending on the arrival time of your flight, it may be possible that in case of unavailability of the limousine bus, a public transport trip, the price of which is included in the offer, will be offered. Detailed explanations of the itinerary with pictures will be in your travelogue.
For inbound transfer arrangements please confirm with your transfer provider when you arrive. Alternatively, please check with the reception of your accommodation. If you still require assistance, please call the transfer provider directly.
Japan Rail Pass: 1 Japan Rail Pass 7 days, to travel by train and shinkansen is included for the 10, 12 and 14-night offers.
No Japan Rail Pass for the 8 nights/10 days offer will be included, but trains tickets will be provided as follows: Hakone Free Pass which covers Tokyo - Hakone journey and all transportation in Hakone, and Shinkansen ticket Hakone (Odawara) - Kyoto.
About the Japan Rail Pass:
The Japan Rail Pass is a special train pass for foreign tourists visiting Japan. It includes the use of all trains operated by Japan Railways, more than 20,000km of railways throughout Japan including the Shinkansen Bullet Trains (except for certain high-speed “Nozomi” and “Mizuho” trains). This allows you to access the vast majority of tourist attractions from the North to the South of Japan, on the 4 main islands for days your pass is valid. What you receive is an official voucher that you will have to exchange it at a JR office (which can be found at major airports and JR stations), once you have arrived in Japan, you will need your passport to exchange the voucher. At the time of the exchange, you will have to provide a date for when you want your JR Pass to be activated. This date must be within 30 days after the exchange.
With your JR Pass you can go anywhere you want on the Japan Railways railroad network. With the JR Pass, booking is not an obligation and any non-reserved (and available) seat can be occupied upon presentation of your Japan Rail Pass. You can also reserve a seat without additional charges by going to a travel service centre or JR ticket office (“Midori no madoguchi”) before taking the train. Simply show your Japan Rail Pass and you can get a seat ticket.
The following train journeys will be covered by Japan Rail Pass for the 10, 12 and 14-night offers:
Train journey from Tokyo to Odawara by Shinkansen (fast train) (45min), from where you can reach Hakone - Mount Fuji (extra 15 minutes, not included: 2,5€/person).
Train journey between Odawara/Hakone and Takayama by Shinkansen and express train, approximately 4h.
Train journey from Takayama to Kanazawa by express trains, approximately 2h30.
Train journey from Kanazawa to Kyoto by express train, approximately 2h30.
Other JR train you would like to use during the validity of the pass (for example: some day trip outside Tokyo or Kyoto, like Hiroshima (1h45 from Kyoto), Nara (1h from Kyoto), Kamakura (1h from Tokyo) or Nikko (1h45 from Tokyo).
The Japan Rail Pass does not cover:
Subway and buses in Tokyo and Kyoto (you can pay by prepaid transportation card, with already ¥1,500 provided, optional)
Private lines (that are not JR)
Transfer station <-> hotels (by foot, bus, taxis or subway)
Nozomi and Mizuho very quick Shinkansen
Train journeys done outside of pass validity