Central Japan in 10 days

Discover Japan’s ancient temples, high-tech cities, beautiful nature and delicious cuisine.
You will experience Japanese culture everywhere from the shrines to the trendy districts of Tokyo.

Departure : Every Saturday (Please arrive in Tokyo on a Saturday)

Guaranteed departures from 2 passengers. Maximum of 10 passengers!
Ideal for those who want to avoid crowded groups

Prices will vary depending on seasonality and the number of people travelling.

When you send your request, please include preferable travelling dates and let us know the number of people and the ages of passengers (child rate is available).
Special price for groups (4 to 10 people)
Upgrade plans and extensions are possible.

You can add one of these 2 extensions:
– Mount Koya, sleeping in temple: 3 days 2 nights
– Hiroshima & Miyajima: 3 days 2 nights

Tour highlights:

Kamakura

Kamakura became Japan’s political centre in the late 12th century. These days Kamakura is a resort town with Buddhist Zen temples and Shinto shrines. Its most famous landmark is the Great Buddha, a roughly 13m-high bronze statue.

Kanazawa

Kanazawa is a well-preserved Edo period district, with museums, gardens and crafts. Kenrokuen, one of Japan’s “three best landscape gardens” is often called the most beautiful of them all. It is a foodie’s paradise with lots of local vegetables, delicious fish and high-quality rice.

Kyoto

Kyoto served as Japan’s capital and the emperor’s residence for many centuries. It is considered the cultural capital of Japan.

Kyoto is home to numerous Buddhist temples, Shinto shrines, palaces and gardens.

TRAVEL ITINERARY

DAY 1 (Saturday) ：UK - TOKYO

Arrive at Tokyo Narita or Haneda airport (Please arrive in Tokyo on Saturday)

Transfer to the hotel by shared taxi by yourself
**Driver will be waiting for you with the nameboard at the arrival lobby.

Rest of the day, free at your leisure

TOKYO :
Tokyo Prince Hotel or similar
Shinagawa Prince Hotel or similar (from 16 March 2024 departures)

DAY 2 (Sunday) ：TOKYO

TOKYO FULL DAY SIGHTSEEING with English speaking guide by public transportation

Hotel -> (Hamarikyu Gardens) ->Asakusa -> Ueno -> Meiji Shrine -> Shibuya Crossing & Hachiko statue -> Hotel
** Some guest will leave the group at Shibuya and go back to hotel by themselves

TOKYO :
Tokyo Prince Hotel or similar
Shinagawa Prince Hotel or similar (from 16 March 2024 departures)

DAY 3 (Monday) ：TOKYO

*Free at your leisure all day* (No guide)

TOKYO :
Tokyo Prince Hotel or similar
Shinagawa Prince Hotel or similar (from 16 March 2024 departures)

DAY 4 (Tuesday) ：TOKYO

KAMAKURA FULL DAY SIGHTSEEING with English speaking guide by public transportation

Hotel -> Kamakura -> Tsuruoka Hachimangu -> Great Buddha -> Hase Temple -> Hotel

TOKYO :
Tokyo Prince Hotel or similar
Shinagawa Prince Hotel or similar (from 16 March 2024 departures)

DAY 5 (Wednesday) ：TOKYO - TAKAYAMA

*Baggage delivery service from Tokyo to Kyoto (1 pc/per person)

Hotel -> Transfer to the nearest station with English speaking guide

Travel by bullet train to Takayama -> Takayama half day sightseeing with the guide
Visit: Takayama Jinya -> Kami Sannomachi -> Hotel

TAKAYAMA CITY :
Tokyu Stay Takayama or similar
Chisun Grand Takayama or similar (from 16 March 2024 departures)

DAY 6 (Thursday) ：TAKAYAMA - SHIRAKAWAGO - KANAZAWA

Meet your guide at the hotel lobby and walk or take public transport to the Takayama Bus stop.

Take Express buses(SIC) to Takayama, Shirakawago and Kanazawa

Departure from Takayama – Arrive at Shirakawago, Shirakawago sightseeing

Departure from Shirakawago – Arrive at Kanazawa, Kanazawa sightseeing
Visit: Nomura Samurai House (Naga Machi District) -> Kenrokuen -> Hotel

KANAZAWA CITY :
Tokyu Stay Kanazawa or similar
Vista Kanazawa or similar (from 16 March 2024 departures)

DAY 7 (Friday) ：KANAZAWA - KYOTO

Hotel -> Kanazawa Station by yourself

Travel to Kyoto by express train without guide/Reserved seats.

09:54 Departure from Kanazawa
12:09 Arrive at Kyoto station and meet English speaking assistant and get help with check-in.

After that free at leisure without guide.

KYOTO :
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo or similar
Miyako City Kintetsu Kyoto Station or similar (from 16 March 2024 departures)

DAY 8 (Saturday) ：KYOTO

KYOTO FULL DAY SIGHTSEEING with English speaking guide by public transportation

Hotel -> Nijo-jo (around 1 hour visit) > Kinkakuji (around 1 hour) and Ryoanji Temples (around 40 minutes) > lunch included > in the afternoon Arashiyama area (Bamboo Forest, Tenryuji Temple, Togetsukyo Bridge at the sunset) -> Hotel

KYOTO :
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo or similar
Miyako City Kintetsu Kyoto Station or similar (from 16 March 2024 departures)

DAY 9 (Sunday) ：KYOTO

*Free at your leisure all day* (Kyoto Bus 1 day ticket included)

(No guide)

KYOTO :
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo or similar
Miyako City Kintetsu Kyoto Station or similar (from 16 March 2024 departures)

DAY 10 (Monday) ：KYOTO - OSAKA KANSAI AIRPORT

Hotel -> shared shuttle to Osaka Kansai Airport by yourself (no guide)

Depart for UK

**If you would like to extend your stay in Japan let us know how many days you would like to add.

Seasons and Prices:

The dates are the start day of the tour in Japan. Departure from the UK one day before.

Prices are based on 2 people sharing the Twin room. If you are 4 or more people travelling together please ask for a special price.

LOW-MID SEASON:

Dates :
14 DEC 2024

Standard TWIN room £2497 per person (Single Supplement £649)
Superior TWIN room £2765 per person (Single Supplement £917)

MEDIUM-HIGH SEASON:

Dates :
05 OCT 2024/ 12 OCT 2024/ 19 OCT 2024/ 26 OCT 2024/02 NOV 2024/ 09 NOV 2024/ 30 NOV 2024/ 07 DEC 2024

Standard TWIN room £2603 per person (Single Supplement £671)
Superior TWIN room £2885 per person (Single Supplement £953)

HIGH SEASON:

Dates :
16 NOV 2024/ 23 NOV 2024

Standard TWIN room £2667 per person (Single Supplement £847)
Superior TWIN room £2963 per person (Single Supplement £1143)

Room Grades :

Superior rooms are upgraded rooms in the same hotel as the standard rooms

Triple discount: -£28
Discount for children from 3 to 11 years old (With bed): -£85
Children under 3 years old (Does not include any service): FREE
Extension nights are on request

Late night / Early morning Surcharge for the flights :

Flight Arrival : before 06.00AM or after 20.30 ～
Flight Departure : before 10.00AM or after 23.00 ～

Tokyo (Narita & Haneda) from 2 people supplement £28 per person
Osaka (Kansai & Itami) from 2 people supplement £54 per person

The deposit and balance of the payment:

When you make your booking, you must pay a non-refundable deposit of £150.00 per person, or the full price if within 10 weeks of departure or when booking a special offer. The balance of the price of your travel arrangements must be paid at least 10 weeks before your departure date. If the deposit and/or balance is not paid in time, we shall cancel your travel arrangements. If the balance is not paid in time, we shall retain your deposit. All monies you pay to the travel agent are held by him on our behalf at all times.

What is included in the package:

●Accommodation
9 nights 10 days including breakfast
– 4 nights in Tokyo
– 1 night in Takayama City
– 1 night in Kanazawa City
– 3 nights in Kyoto

●All Transfer
●English speaking Local Guide or Transfer Assistant
●Admission fees as mentioned in the itinerary

What is NOT included in the package:

●Flight from the UK to JAPAN
If you would like to book a flight with us we will be happy to help you.

●Tips are not included for the guide and the assistant.

Terms & Conditions - Privacy Policy

Inquiry & Order for VISIT TO JAPAN

Lately, we have been receiving an increasingly high number of inquiries about traveling to Japan. For this reason, you may find it difficult to reach us by phone. We request that you contact us through our inquiry form if you are not departing soon. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your understanding.

Central Japan in 10 days