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Tour Code : AOP
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Destinations : Japan
Tour Starts : Kyoto
Tour Ends : Tokyo
Group Size : 4 - 16
Ages : 16+
Activity :
14 days from
NOK 61 005

Overview

Discover the Land of the Rising Sun, a fusion of old temples and modern towers, lively cities and tranquil mountain towns

Ancient wooden temples, ultra-modern towers. Zen gardens, neon lights. The blend of old and new in Japan is captivating. In this recently refreshed itinerary, we explore Honshu, the largest Japanese island, and discover the serene shrines and gardens of Kyoto and Nara, plus the rarely visited mountainous heartland of castles and spas. There’s also time to stay in Hiroshima, explore samurai culture in Kanazawa, and enjoy the lakeside town of Kawaguchiko. Our last stop is futuristic Tokyo: sprawling, inimitably busy and extraordinary.

Highlights
  • Journey from old world to new on a cultural adventure through Japan
  • Explore a lantern-lit Gion in the early evening, the most famous geisha district in Kyoto
  • Experience an icon of modern travel: the high-speed bullet train
  • Stay in Hiroshima and take a poignant moment to reflect at the Peace Memorial Park
  • Immerse yourself in ancient samurai culture in Kanazawa
  • Stay in Kawaguchiko, a town on one of the Fuji Five Lakes
Key Information
  • Accommodation: 13 Classic nights (hotels)
  • Group normally 4 to 16, plus leader. Minimum age: 16
  • Travel by train, bus, metro and ferry
  • Special cherry blossom and autumn colours departures
Included
  • All breakfasts and two dinners
  • All accommodation
  • All transport and listed activities
Not included
  • Travel insurance
  • Visas or vaccinations
  • Arrival and departure transfers (not available on this tour)

Itinerary

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Important Information

The trip destination
  • Accommodation: 13 Classic nights (hotels)
  • Group normally 4 to 16, plus leader. Minimum age: 16
  • Travel by train, bus, metro and ferry
  • Special cherry blossom and autumn colours departures
Food
All breakfasts and two dinners are included. Japanese cuisine is usually a highlight of any Japan trip. It is based on rice with miso soup and other dishes usually prepared with seasonal ingredients. Seafood is common, and usually comes grilled or deep fried. Sushi and sashimi aside, other staple dishes include soba or udon noodles, sukiyaki (meat, fish and vegetables cooked in broth) and yakiniku (grilled meat). When food is not included, your tour leader can always recommend the best local eateries and arrange group meals for a full immersion in the varied and excellent local cuisine. Please note, in Japan the availability of certain specialised products for restricted diets (eg gluten-free, vegetarian or vegan) is minimal or non-existent. The group meals arranged by the tour leader will be in traditional eateries where the choices of vegan dishes may be limited to simple salads or boiled rice. However, several vegan restaurants are available in Kyoto and Tokyo. It may be a good idea to bring some foodstuffs with you that you normally consume, or to supplement meals with snacks purchased in the local convenience stores. Please advise us at time of booking you have any specific dietary requirements.
Weather

Japan has four distinct seasons. We avoid the extremely cold winters and schedule only a small selection of departures during the humid summers but overall settle for the more pleasant climes either side.

In Tokyo, September and October are warm, maximum temperatures are 26C (79F) and minimum 12C (54F). September is likely to be the warmer of the two and there is a likelihood of rain. April is cooler with temperatures possibly going as low as 7C (45F) with a high of 17C (63F). Kyoto is very similar climatically to Tokyo but the higher up into the mountains we venture, the colder it will become with nights being especially cold, particularly in March and November.

Is this trip for you?

This trip is rated Activity Level 3 (Moderate). For more information on our trip gradings, visit the Activity Level Guidelines page. If you have any queries about the difficulty of the trip, please contact us.

Walking profile: We mostly walk in cities and towns; although not strenuous, the amount of walking each day is considerable and fast-paced (bring comfortable walking shoes). We also visit a lot of temples and shrines, most of which are built on hillsides. This means ascending and descending lots of steps, so good fitness levels are essential.

Transport: We travel on public transport, mainly trains (both bullet and regional services), which are extremely efficient – it is essential everyone is punctual to ensure we do not miss any of the services. Some of the distances covered are long, and we may need to change trains on some journeys, but they are very comfortable, while also allowing us to meet the Japanese people and admire the landscapes.

As Japanese trains usually have little room for storing large bags, there are two times when we need to pack an overnight bag, as noted on the daily itinerary. Also see the Essential Equipment section for more information.

Itinerary flexibility: The order of activities may change depending on the weather and other factors. Your tour leader provides full details of the schedule during the welcome briefing.

Internet: Consider an eSim or Japanese sim card to stay connected while on the move. These can be very useful when you’re in conversation with the friendly locals but need the aid of a translation app.

Hotel check-in: It is standard policy in Japanese hotels that rooms are only available from 3pm, though you can store luggage beforehand.

Prices / Dates

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Mon, 10 Mar 2025 / Sun, 23 Mar 2025 NOK 65 920 On request NOK 11 585 Available
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