Japan Panorama
Tokyo, Japan's modern heart, iconic Mt. Fuji, the world heritage temples & gardens of Kyoto, Nara & Osaka; stay in deluxe 4 & 5 star hotels
| Style | Small Group Tour Dedicated tour escorts & guides throughout | ||
| Departures | Group Size | 16 travelers max | |
| Themes | History & Culture, Grand Tours | ||
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| What to Expect | This moderately-paced, locally hosted tour includes a reasonable amount of walking or hiking and requires an average level of physical fitness.
Travel safely and confidently with our new health & safety protocols. | ||
| Already booked? | Find everything you need to know before you go, including information about passport & visa requirements, flights, luggage, and more. | ||
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Japan is a wonderful and fascinating destination that can tend to be very expensive—unless you're traveling with Friendly Planet! Our affordable Japan tour package lets you explore this ancient yet modern country for a truly remarkable price without compromising on quality. Fly to Japan via Singapore Airlines, voted the world's #1 airline for safety, comfort and service. Stay at beautiful and well-located 4- & 5-star hotels throughout the country, enjoying a lavish daily breakfast.
Visit Tokyo, Japan's modern capital, Kyoto, ancient capital for over 1000 years, and Osaka, considered Japan's spiritual heartland, plus lots of other sites in between on this exceptional 10-day tour of Japan.
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Package includes
- Flights
- Coach
- Transfers
- Hotel
- Meals
- Guides
- Round trip flights from Los Angeles via Singapore Airlines non-stop jet service including taxes & fees
- All intra-Japan ground transportation
- 8 nights Deluxe and superior first class hotels with private bath
- 11 Meals: 8 breakfasts, 2 lunches & 1 dinner
- Comprehensive, fully escorted touring program including entrance fees
- Professional English-speaking local guides
- Added-Value: ¥2,000 pre-paid Suica transit/e-money card
Optional add-ons
- Kamakura & Enoshima Bay with lunch
- Hiroshima & Miyajima
Why you'll love it
- Enjoy a breathtaking view of the city from Tokyo Skytree, the tallest tower in the world.
- Wander through the alluring East Gardens of the historic Imperial Palace, admiring the ancient castle walls and ruins.
- Waft incense over your body for improved health at Sensoji Temple, Tokyo's oldest and most significant temple.
- View the 12,000 foot high Mt. Fuji, recognized around the world as a symbol of Japan.
- Ascend Mt. Komagatake via the Komagatake Ropeway and enjoy sweeping views of Hakone National Park and Mt. Fuji.
- Zoom past Japan’s rolling countryside on a high-speed journey to Kyoto aboard the Shinkansen.
- Marvel at the Golden Pavilion whose three stories each reflect a different architectural style and are covered in gold leaf.
- Visit Osaka Castle, an impressive fortification that played a major role in the unification of the country during the sixteenth century of the Azuchi-Momoyama period
- Indulge a special farewell dinner in Osaka with your fellow travelers.
Itinerary at a Glance
- 1 Depart USA
- 2 Arrive Tokyo, Japan
- 3 Tokyo
- 4 Mt. Fuji & Hakone
- 5 Tokyo or Kamakura & Enoshima Bay excursion with lunch
- Optional Excursion: Full Day Kamakura & Enoshima Bay with Lunch , $180
- 6 Tokyo & Kyoto
- 7 Kyoto
- 8 Kyoto or optional Hiroshima & Miyajima excursion
- Optional Excursion: Full Day Hiroshima & Miyajima , $450
- 9 Kyoto, Nara & Osaka
- 10 Osaka & Depart Tokyo/Arrive USA
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Day 1 Depart USA
- Depart on your overnight flight to Tokyo
Day 2 Arrive Tokyo, Japan
- Arrive in Tokyo, meet your guide and transfer to your hotel
Day 3 Tokyo
- City tour of Tokyo including Tokyo Skytree, Asakusa Kannon, Edo Museum and the Imperial Palace's East Garden
- Afternoon at leisure
Imperial Hotel TokyoBreakfast & lunch
Day 4 Mt. Fuji & Hakone
- Enjoy a beautiful panoramic drive from Tokyo to Mt. Fuji
- Drive to the 5th station and see gorgeous views of the surrounding countryside
- Continue to Hakone for lunch and a scenic cruise on Lake Ashi
- Board the Komagatake Ropeway and ascend Mt. Komagatake
- Return to Tokyo late this afternoon
Imperial Hotel TokyoBreakfast & lunch
Day 5 Tokyo or Kamakura & Enoshima Bay excursion with lunch
- Full day at leisure in Tokyo
Imperial Hotel TokyoBreakfast
Day 6 Tokyo & Kyoto
- Travel to Kyoto aboard the Shinkansen, Japan's bullet train
- Enjoy a walking/subway orientation tour of Kyoto
- Balance of the day at leisure
Hotel Granvia KyotoBreakfast
Day 7 Kyoto
- City tour of Kyoto including Kiyomizu Temple, Golden Pavilion, Nijo Castle and the Heian Jingu Shrine
- Balance of the day at leisure
Hotel Granvia KyotoBreakfast
Day 8 Kyoto or optional Hiroshima & Miyajima excursion
- Full day at leisure in Kyoto, or join an optional excursion to Hiroshima & Miyajima
Hotel Granvia KyotoBreakfast
Day 9 Kyoto, Nara & Osaka
- Drive to Nara, one of the earliest capitals of Japan
- Visit Todaiji Temple and the Kasuga Shrine
- Continue to Osaka and see Osaka Castle and Dotonbori Street on an afternoon city tour
- Enjoy a farewell dinner
Osaka Marriott MiyakoBreakfast & dinner
Day 10 Osaka & Depart Tokyo/Arrive USA
- Board the bullet train from Osaka to Tokyo
- Transfer to Narita Airport to board your return flight
- Arrive in the USA later today
Breakfast
Hotels
In the unlikely event that a particular hotel is not available, a similar or better hotel may be substituted.
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Trip Details
- What should I know before I go?We've compiled a comprehensive checklist, including information on how to pay your balance due, flights & transfers, packing & luggage, and more.
- Do I need a visa or other documents? Are there any entry requirements?Please review the visa & entry requirements.
- Can I make changes to my trip?Want to upgrade your seats? Stay a few extra days? Something else? Just ask!
- Can I bring my kids? Are there any age restrictions?To book this package, you must be 18 or older. Your traveling companions must be 8 or older at time of travel.
- Should I purchase travel insurance?Yes! We recommend you purchase travel insurance to help protect you and your travel investment against the unexpected. For your convenience, we offer a plan provided by Travelex Insurance Services.
- What's the fine print?Review the terms & conditions for this package.
What should I know about Japan?Check out our guide for practical travel tips, the best time to go, videos, and more.
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