Experience Japan’s Autumn Beauty
Discover the highlights of Japan on a 12-day small-group journey through Tokyo, Hakone, Kanazawa, Shirakawa-go, Takayama, Kyoto, and Nara.
From cultural landmarks and historic villages to scenic landscapes and traditional Japanese cuisine, this journey combines Japan’s most iconic destinations with memorable seasonal experiences. Travel comfortably with an English-speaking tour guide, selected hotel accommodations, and transportation arranged throughout the itinerary.
Your Journey Across Japan
Your 12-Day Itinerary
Depart for Japan
Tokyo Arrival & Welcome Dinner
Overnight: Tokyo
Meals: Dinner
Tsukiji, Sushi Experience, Akihabara & Ginza
Overnight: Tokyo
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Mt. Fuji Area & Hakone
*Due to weather conditions, the Mt. Fuji sightseeing might be altered.
Overnight: Tokyo
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Tokyo Cultural Highlights
Overnight: Tokyo
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Tokyo to Kanazawa
Overnight: Kanazawa
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Shirakawa-go & Takayama
Overnight: Takayama
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Takayama to Kyoto
Overnight: Kyoto
Meals: Breakfast
Kyoto: Tea Ceremony, Kiyomizu-dera & Gion
Overnight: Kyoto
Meals: Breakfast
Arashiyama, Kinkaku-ji & Nijo Castle
Overnight: Kyoto
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Fushimi Inari, Nara & Farewell Dinner
Overnight: Kyoto
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Departure from Japan
Meals: Breakfast
Departure Dates & Tour Prices
Choose a join-in or private Tsukiji food tour, or extend your experience with an optional private Tokyo Custom Day Tour.
¥525,000
¥250,000
+¥120,000
Included & Not Included
Included
- • Professional English-speaking guide.
- • Small groups of maximum 26 travelers guaranteed. The tour may still operate with a smaller group of 16 people.
- • 10 nights accommodations (3 – 4 Star overnight stay at traditional and modern hotels or inns): 4 night in Tokyo, 1 night in Kanazawa, 1 night in Takayama, 4 night in Kyoto
- • Transportation costs included in the itinerary.
- • 20 meals: 10 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 5 dinners.
- • Sightseeing per itinerary in modern air-conditioned vehicles or trains.
- • Comprehensive, guided sightseeing and entrance fees per itinerary
- • Active itinerary with unique cultural features
- • 3-day JR Pass (Japan Rail Pass) available for use between Day 12 to Day 15 for guests to travel at their own leisure (after the tour has concluded)
Not Included
- • Other fees not included in the tour.
- • Optional activities at the guests’ leisure
Good to Know
Attire
Bring comfortable walking shoes, a sweater, clothes you can layer and an all-weather jacket. Some religious sites may require modest dress to enter: No shorts or short skirts, knees must be covered by long pants or a long skirt. No sleeveless tops, shoulders must be covered and a shawl or scarf is frequently not accepted as a cover.
The tour operates in all weather conditions (except when there is a typhoon or other extreme situations). Please dress appropriately for all weather conditions. In such case, please note that the tour may change slightly to accommodate for the weather.
Trip Preparation
It is each traveler’s responsibility to have a passport valid for at least 6 months beyond the dates of travel and a visa if required.
All travelers should familiarize themselves with local conditions, such as high altitude or required immunizations, which could affect their health. We recommend you consult with your personal healthcare provider, the Centers for Disease Control and/or the World Health Organization for their recommendations.
Non-Smoking
While most places we visit may be non-smoking establishments, there are some places along the way that may allow smoking in designated areas. Please take note of this for guests who are sensitive to smoke.
Age Requirement
There is no age requirement, but a reservation must be made for all guests. For children (Age 12 and below), the children must stay in the same room as adults. For guests age 13 and up, guests may stay in a separate room, or may share a room with parents at request. Passports may be required to verify age on the day of the tour
Booking & Cancellation
A minimum number of 16 guests in total is required to operate this tour. If we do not have enough guests booked within 40 days of the tour, we will notify you and the full amount will be refunded to you.
Standard Cancellation Policy