9 Day Best of Japan Tour Package

Visits Tokyo, Mount Fuji, Kyoto, Osaka, NaraStarts in TokyoAvailable Every day - varies seasonallyClick on 'check availability' to view the calendar
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Spend over a week discovering Japan’s culture, traditions, and cuisine with our 9 Day Best of Japan Tour Package. Begin your magical journey in Tokyo, where the ancient Buddhist Senso-ji Temple will greet you. Explore the Imperial Palace Gardens, among other iconic landmarks, like the Harajuku district and Shibuya Crossing. Continue to Mount Fuji and Lake Kawaguchi, where incredible views from 5th Station await. Fresh seafood from Tokyo’s Tsukiji Fish Market will awaken your taste buds. Get lost in Kyoto and Nara’s beauty – from Arashiyama Bamboo Forest to Nara Park – where local wildlife will amaze you. Osaka Castle will take your breath away, and the geisha district of Gion will inspire you.

If you’ve ever wanted to adventure across Japan, now’s your chance with our 9 Day Best of Japan Tour Package! From Tokyo’s architecture to Kyoto’s historic districts, you will dive into the best of the best with expert guides at your side. Spend 8 nights in top-rated hotels in Japan’s major cities: Tokyo & Kyoto. Taste unforgettable flavors and spend time getting to know Japan like a local. Book now!

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9 Day Best of Japan Tour Package Highlights

  1. Discover Tokyo’s Imperial Palace Gardens and marvel at the Senso-ji Temple
  2. Discover the vibrant Asakusa neighborhood and its cultural richness
  3. Witness the awe-inspiring Mount Fuji and breathtaking Lake Kawaguchi scenery
  4. Reach 5th Station and visit the iconic Arakura-Fuji Sengen Shrine overlooking Mount Fuji
  5. Explore Kyoto’s geisha district, bamboo grove, and Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine
  6. In Nara, meet the Sika deer of Nara Park and pay tribute to the Great Buddha statue
  7. Enjoy the expertise of local tour guides as you wander across Japan
  8. Unwind in incredible hotels in Tokyo and Kyoto, known for their top-rated service
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9 Day Best of Japan Tour Package Itinerary

Day 1 - Arrival in Tokyo
  • Optional airport transfer is available
  • Overnight in Tokyo
Day 2 - Tokyo
  • Begin your walking tour at Tokyo Station and head to the beautiful gardens of the Imperial Palace
  • Enjoy views from the stunning Nijubashi Bridge
  • Head to the Asakusa neighborhood
  • Visit the famous Senso-ji Temple
  • Shop on Nakamise-dori street
  • Free time for lunch
  • Visit the Meiji Jingu Shrine - the most famous Shinto shrine
  • Check out the colorful and vibrant Harajuku district
  • In the commercial ward of Shibuya, see the famous Shibuya Crossing
  • Overnight in Tokyo
Day 3 - Mount Fuji & Lake Kawaguchi
  • Pick up from Tokyo and head to Oishi Park
  • Enjoy views of Lake Kawaguchi & Mount Fuji
  • Visit Arakura-Fuji Sengen Shrine
  • Reach the 5th Station for epic views of Mount Fuji
  • Admire the local wildlife from Oshino Hakkai’s natural ponds
  • Overnight Tokyo
Day 4 - Tsukiji Fish Market & food tasting
  • Visit a 300-year-old Buddhist temple and learn about ancient traditions
  • Explore the bustling Tsukiji Fish Market Sample from a range of fresh seafood, like sashimi bowls and bite-sized treats
  • Ride up to a secret observatory deck and view the market and city skyline from above
  • Overnight Tokyo
Day 5 - Transfer to Kyoto by bullet train
  • Head to Kyoto by bullet train
  • Overnight in Kyoto
Day 6 - Kyoto & Nara
  • Walk through the world-famous Arashiyama Bamboo Forest
  • Visit the Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine
  • See the Golden Pavilion (Kinkaku-ji Temple)
  • Arrive in Nara and explore Nara Park
  • Visit the sacred Todai-ji Temple
  • Overnight in Kyoto
Day 7 - Osaka
  • Reach Osaka from Kyoto Station
  • Meet your guide and explore Namba & Dotonbori - the neon district
  • See Hozenji, a small Buddhist temple
  • Discover the Kuromon Market – dating back to over 200 years
  • Experience Shinsekai, the retro district
  • See Osaka Castle – a 16th-century marvel
  • Discover the shopping street of Shinsaibashi and buy souvenirs
  • See Tsutenkaku, Osaka’s “Tokyo Tower”
  • Head back to Kyoto by train
  • Overnight in Kyoto
Day 8 - Free morning & explore Gion in the evening
  • Wander the famous Pontocho Alley
  • See the Statue of Izumo-no-Okuni and learn how she popularized kabuki
  • Enter Gion - the geisha district
  • Admire the architecture, culture, and traditional tea houses
  • Discover the Yasaka Shrine
  • Stroll down Hanamikoji Street
  • Overnight in Kyoto
Day 9 - Departure
  • Optional transfers to Kansai Airport (KIX) or Tokyo city center are available
NB - all timings on 9 Day Best of Japan Tour Package are approximate

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Includes
All touring and accommodation
Hand-picked expert tour guide
Bullet Train (Shinkansen): Tokyo-Kyoto
Train: Kyoto-Osaka-Kyoto
Entrance fees: Kinkaku-ji Temple
Meals: 2-3 food tastings & Seafood lunch at the Tsukiji Fish Market
Excludes
Anything not mentioned above
Kyoto & Nara: Entrance fees - Todai Ji Temple
Personal travel insurance
Gratuities
Essential Information
Each day of this tour package will be led by a local guide who opitimizes Tourist Japan's values: to provide you with an authentic, passion-filled tour
Choose your own hotel from our hand-picked selection during the booking process
The order of the days is subject to change so that we can optimize your itinerary to provide the best experience
During the booking process, it's possible to add extra nights of accommodation before or after the tour package
During the booking process, it's possible to add airport transfers. Arrival & departure transportation include the Narita Express, Metro Pass, Haruka Express, or the Nankai Limited Express Rapi:t, which are the most convenient options to reach centralized locations in Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka. From there you can reach your hotel easily. For a small fee, you can upgrade to a private airport transfer with hotel pickup/drop off. Please contact us for more information
Tokyo Tour: We recommend purchasing your Tokyo Metro pass before the tour
Mount Fuji Tour: Please note that while we aim to visit all scheduled locations, some sites are subject to availability, due to weather or other factors. In such cases, we will visit alternative sites
Transfers between hotels and train stations are not included in the package
Cancellation Policy
The train tickets are non refundable