We Love —
- Discover Japan at your leisure and stay in carefully selected accommodation, including a traditional ryokan.
- Enjoy a moment of wellbeing in Hakone and Beppu and experience the traditions of onsens - hot spring thermal baths.
- Sizzling streetfood in Osaka, ancient shrines and modern technology in Tokyo and views of the snow-capped Mount Fuji.
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Carefully selected by our experts especially for you
Your itinerary in brief —
Immerse yourself in the essence of Japan on this 13 or 15-night tour. Start with the hustle and bustle of Tokyo, the city of the future, before soaking up the tranquillity of Kyoto, home of age-old traditions. Take a relaxing break at the hot springs of Beppu, and spend a night at the foot of Mount Fuji.
Discover Nagasaki's fascinating past on the 15-night tour and embark on a ferry journey to Osaka, the gastronomic capital of Japan.
Your 13-night itinerary:
Day 1: Arrival in Tokyo
Day 2 to 4: Tokyo
Day 5: Hakone
Day 6 to 8: Kyoto
Day 9 and 10: Fukuoka
Day 11: Beppu
Day 12: Ferry crossing to Osaka
Day 13 and 14: Osaka
Day 15: Departure
Your 15-night itinerary:
Day 1 - 10: Similar to the 13-night itinerary.
Day 11 and 12: Nagasaki
Day 13: Beppu
Day 15 and 16: Osaka
Day 17: Departure
Your itinerary in detail —
Tokyo
Arrive at Narita or Haneda airport and be met by a representative who will give you your travel documents and your Pocket Wifi, then guide you to your hotel shuttle transfer (room available from 3 pm).
Tokyo is a fascinating juxtaposition of skyscrapers, neon signs, temples and traditional shrines. Start your discovery of Tokyo with the famous Meiji-jingu Shrine, before continuing along the pedestrianised Takeshita Dori street renowned for its small stalls. You can then stroll along Avenue Omotesando to admire the architecture or do a little shopping in the quartier of Shibuya.
The must-sees:
- The Asakusa district and Senso-ji temple
- The Tokyo Skytree, 634 metres high, and the Tokyo Tower, symbol of the city
- Ueno Park and its many museums
- The Shibuya and Shinjuku entertainment districts
- Hamarikyu, the Japanese garden between Tokyo's buildings
- The gardens of the Imperial Palace
- Meiji-jingu Shrine
- Ginza, Tokyo's chic district
- Harajuku: the avant-garde district
Hakone
Before you leave for Hakone, have your luggage sent to your hotel in Kyoto. Depart for Hakone by train shinkansen to Odawara then by local train, and settle into your ryokan (traditional Japanese accommodation). Between the Mount Fuji and the Izu peninsula, the Hakone region offers a wide range of natural sites.
The must-sees:
- Gora-koen Park
- Chokoku-no-mori open-air museum
- Hakone Museum of Fine Arts
- Hakone-jinja Shrine
- Mount Fuji from Lake Ashi-no-ko
- Walk along the old Tokaido road that linked Kyoto to Edo, lined with cedar and pine trees
KYOTO
Visiting Kyoto, Japan's former imperial capital, is an opportunity to discover Japan in all its facets. Travel back in time and take part in a traditional tea ceremony in one of the city's tea houses, or go on a Zen walk through the Arashiyama bamboo grove and the Tenryu-ji temple.
Stroll around Gion and see the Geishas, and fon't leave without seeing the famous temples of Kiyomizu-dera and Nanzen-ji, and e htGolden Pavilion (Kinkakuji), a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The must-sees:
- The Kinkakuji (Golden Pavilion) and the Ginkakuji (Silver Pavilion)
- The Gion district and the Philosophy Trail
- The Ryoanji Zen garden, a famous dry landscape
- Kiyomizu-dera, a thousand-year-old temple overlooking the city
- Nishiki market, where you can find the typical ingredients of Kyoto cuisine
- Nijo Castle and its "nightingale" parquet floors
- The Arashiyama bamboo grove, west of Kyoto
Fukuoka
With its 2,000 years of history, Fukuoka has always been a gateway to Asia (Korea and China) and Western culture (Portugal and Holland).
Stroll along the river Naka to admire the view over the city or soak up the lively atmosphere of the Tenjin district, known for its stylish boutiques and trendy restaurants.
The must-sees:
- Momochi district: Fukuoka Tower and other futuristic buildings
- Canal City Hakata, a gigantic shopping centre integrated into the city
- Asian Art Museum, the world's first museum of modern Asian art
- Shofoku-ji Temple, Japan's oldest Zen temple
- Hakata Machiya, a district of old merchants' houses
- Beaches around Fukuoka: Itoshima or Kusatsu, accessible in 45 minutes from the city
Nagasaki (for 15-night tour)
Nagasaki is a picturesque port city in south-west Japan steeped in historical significance.
Visit the Atomic Bomb Museum to delve deeper into the devastating impact of this tragic event, and make the trip to Peace Park, dedicated to the memory of victims and the promotion of world peace.
The must-sees:
- Momochi district: Fukuoka Tower and other futuristic buildings
- Canal City Hakata, a gigantic shopping centre integrated into the city
- Asian Art Museum, the world's first museum of modern Asian art
- Shofoku-ji Temple, Japan's oldest Zen temple
- Hakata Machiya, a district of old merchants' houses
- Beaches around Fukuoka: Itoshima or Kusatsu, accessible in 45 minutes from the city
Beppu
Located on the island of Kyushu in Japan, Beppu is famous for its natural hot springs onsen. Known as the "city of baths", it boasts many public bathing establishments and traditional ryokans.
You will also find unique attractions such as the "enfers", geothermal areas where you can observe natural phenomena such as bubbling mud geysers and steaming hot springs.
The must-sees:
- Take a bath in one of the many spas
- Relaxing in a spa
- A visit to Beppu's 8 'hells
Osaka
Osaka has been nicknamed the "kitchen of Japan" for its mouthwatering culinary scene.
Sample local specialities such as takoyaki (octopus dumplings) and okonomiyaki (Japanese pancakes) in bustling food markets like Kuromon Ichiba Market. Don't miss the majestic Osaka Castle, Castle Park's peaceful gardens and the Umeda district for big department stores and luxury boutiques.
The must-sees:
- Osaka's medieval castle and its magnificent surroundings
- Osaka's many temples and shrines: Sumiyoshi Taisha, Shitennojo temple
- Utsubo Park, an oasis of freshness in the business district
- Stroll around the Namba district in the evening
- Sample a variety of local specialities as you stroll through the Dotonbori district
- Explore Universal Studios Japan
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 without affecting the overall experience of the itinerary.
Your hotels —
Hand-picked just for you
Maximum room capacity
At each of your stops, settle into comfortable rooms in carefully chose hotels.
Your 3* accommodation:
Tokyo: OMO3 Akasaka
Hakone - Mount Fuji: Ryokan Ichinoyu Shinkan
Kyoto: The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo
Fukuoka: JR Kyushu Blossom Hakata Chuo
Beppu: Hana Beppu
Nagasaki: Dormy Inn Nagasaki
Osaka: Integrate Osaka
Your 4* accommodation:
Tokyo: The Blossom Hibiya
Hakone - Mount Fuji: Yutowa Hotel Ryokan
Kyoto: Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
Fukuoka: The Royal Park Hotel Fukuoka
Beppu: Kannawaen
Nagasaki: The Global View Nagasaki
Osaka: The Cross Hotel Osaka
If the hotels listed above are unavailable, you will be provided with comfortable accommodation in similar hotels. Local standards apply.
Please note:
- During nights in ryokan, you will sleep on comfortable futons or western beds, in a traditional tatami room. It is common in this type of accommodation for the bathrooms (onsens) to be shared by both sexes. Toilets and washbasins are usually in the room, but this is not guaranteed. If you are of a modest nature or have tattoos, we advise you to choose the private onsen option (at extra cost) at the next stage of your booking. Bathrooms and toilets are private in 4* accommodation.
- In Western hotels, your room has two separate single beds as standard.
- In densely populated Japan, 3-star hotels are of very good quality, but the rooms are often quite small (12 to 16m² depending on the hotel). For greater comfort, we advise you to choose 4-star accommodation.
- For triple rooms, we cannot guarantee a room for 3 people in all hotels. Depending on the hotel, a double room and a single room may be available.
- In the case of a group order (over 5 people), it is possible, depending on hotel availability, that not all members of the group will be accommodated in the same hotel. However, the aim is for the hotels to be close to each other.
- If there is an extra charge for a single room, this will not be applied to your night in a ryokan. As this is traditional accommodation, it does not have single rooms, but spacious rooms that can accommodate up to 5 people.
Maximum room capacity: 3 adults Single rooms available.
Your dining choices
Throughout your trip, enjoy meals as per your itinerary which consists of breakfast in Fukuoka, Beppu and Nagasaki (for 15-night tour), and a traditional dinner and breakfast in your ryokan in Hakone - Mount Fuji.
Your optional excursions —
Kyoto - Traditionnal Japanese tea ceremony
Travel back in time and take part in a traditional tea ceremony in an authentic neighbourhood of Kyoto.
Tokyo - Tour with private guide
Kyoto - Tour with private guide
Explore this vibrant city with a local guide. Examples of visits include Nijo Castle, the Kyoto residence of Shogun Tokugawa Ieyasu and Kinkakuji (Golden Pavilion).
Afterwards, visit the Ginkakuji (Silver Pavilion) and the Gion district.
Your optional services —
Private bath in room in Hakone - Mount Fuji
Enjoy more comfort and privacy and opt for a private bathroom in the ryokan.
Your journey —
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
Baggage, meals and other services on board certain flights may be subject to a charge. You will find out whether your airfare includes baggage when you choose your airline and timetable. If your fare does not include baggage, please go to the airline's website before your departure with your travel file reference to find out the exact fare and purchase your extra baggage. If you choose a low-cost airline, you will be able to add your baggage during the booking process. For domestic flights, airlines do not always offer the option of reserving baggage, so you will have 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.
Tokyo
One of the world’s most cutting-edge capitals, Tokyo is a city of contrasts. Famous for its modernity, neon-lit landscape and towering skyscrapers, it is also home to sprawling parkland, peaceful shrines and temples and lovingly tended gardens.
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 cafés that serve delicious noodles and rice dishes.
