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Explorer
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Japan Express
9 Days | Temples, tempura and torii on a fast-tracked adventure
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Start
Tokyo, Japan
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Finish
Kyoto, Japan
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Trip Code
CJRB
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Min Age
15
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Trip Size
1 - 16
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Physical Rating
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Transport
Public Bus, Metro, Train, Bullet Train
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Accommodation
Multishare Hostel (3 nights), Japanese Inn (2 nights), Basic hotel (3 nights)
From £1,700(9 days)
Trip Informations
Home to sumo wrestling, sake, geishas, karaoke and onsens, Japan’s got a lot going for it. And on this nine-day trip to some of its most acclaimed cities, you’ll get to see the country at its best. Take in the neon nightlife of Tokyo, relax in the manicured gardens of Nikko and discover thousands of years of culture and history in Kyoto. And have you heard about the food? World-class sushi, ravishing ramen, delectable donburi – you certainly won’t be going hungry. With your local leader to point you in all the right directions and plenty of time to explore at your own pace, experience the culture and charm of the Land of the Rising Sun.
Why you’ll love this trip
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From the ultra-modern to ancient traditions, this express adventure will introduce you to some of the many faces of Japan in a short amount of time.
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Visit the little town of Nikko – packed with World Heritage-listed temples and picture-perfect hiking trails, and one of the best backdrops for a soak in a steaming onsen.
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Eat your way from Tokyo to Kyoto with plenty of chances to try all kinds of delicious street food, sake, snacks and surprises – from a hearty bowl of ramen to world-class sashimi.
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Even getting from place to place is fun in Japan! Ride the renowned Shinkansen bullet train and make use of public transport day passes to get to and from the activities you choose.
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With a local leader to show you around, a new group of friends to explore with and plenty of free time for discovery, you’re guaranteed to get the most out of Japan’s wondrous sights.
Is this trip right for you?
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This trip is made for travellers who value their independence but also want the benefit of a local leader and a group of like-minded travellers. The itinerary has a mix of included activities and free time when your leader will offer suggestions. Please budget spending money for optional activities you want to partake in. Your leader will take you on orientation walks in each destination, giving you tips on things like supermarkets, places to eat, ATMs and recommendations of fun things to see and do.
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In some destinations you may be staying in a minshuku, which is a Japanese-style inn. It’s a great taste of tradition, however not everyone finds futon mattresses on the tatami mat floor, tiny bathrooms and proximity to other guests as comfortable as more western-style hotels and beds.
Itinerary
- DAY 1Tokyo
- DAY 2Tokyo
- DAY 3Tokyo
- DAY 4Nikko
- DAY 5Nikko
- DAY 6Kyoto
- DAY 7Kyoto
- DAY 8Kyoto
- DAY 9Kyoto
Inclusions
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Public Bus, Metro, Train, Bullet Train
bed Accommodation
Multishare Hostel (3 nights), Japanese Inn (2 nights), Basic hotel (3 nights)
festival Activities
circleTokyo - Yoyogi Park
circleTokyo - Meiji Jingu Shrine
circleTokyo - Shibuya walking tour
circleTokyo - Metro day pass
circleTokyo - Harajuku street
circleTokyo - Akihabara walking tour
circleTokyo - Tsukiji Outer Market
circleNikko - Public bus area pass
circleNikko - Hiking
circleKyoto - Fushimi Inari-Taisha
circleKyoto - Public bus day pass
circleKyoto - Gion District walk
museum Add on activities
circleTokyo - Disneyland or Disney Sea (from) - JPY7900
circleTokyo - Gotokuji Cat Temple - Free
circleTokyo - A Tour Through Tokyo's Kitchen (with World's Largest Fish Market) Urban Adventure - JPY11500
circleTokyo - Kanpai Tokyo: Shinjuku Drinks and Neon Nights Urban Adventure - JPY15000
circleTokyo - Made In Japan Shopping Tour: Cultural Curiosities Urban Adventure - JPY8850
circleTokyo - Tokyo After 5 Urban Adventure - JPY17000
circleTokyo - Tsukiji Outer Market - Free
circleTokyo - Wholesale Fish Market (relocated to Toyosu) - Free
circleTokyo - Sensoji Temple - Free
circleTokyo - Karaoke - JPY2000
circleTokyo - Sumida River Cruise - JPY860
circleTokyo - Metropolitan Government Building observation deck - Free
circleTokyo - Imperial Palace - Free
circleTokyo - Shinjuku-gyoen - JPY500
circleNikko - Rinnō-ji - JPY400
circleNikko - Kanman-ga-Fuchi Abyss - Free
circleNikko - Tōshō-gū - JPY1300
circleNikko - Lake Yunoko & Yumoto natural hot springs (from) - JPY800
circleNikko - Akechidaira Ropeway (return) - JPY1000
circleKyoto - Kiyomizu-dera - JPY400
circleKyoto - Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion) - JPY500
circleKyoto - Path of Philosophy (Tetsugaku-no-Michi) - Free
circleKyoto - Gion Corner cultural centre - JPY5500
circleKyoto - Ginkaku-ji (Silver Pavilion) - JPY500
circleKyoto - Nijo Castle - JPY800
circleKyoto - Nijo Castle and Ninomaru Palace - JPY1300
circleKyoto - Ryōan-ji - JPY600
circleKyoto - Tō-ji (grounds free) - JPY800
Dates and availability
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Saturday May 31, 2025
Sunday Jun 08, 2025
Trip size max: 16 - Sold Out
Saturday Jun 07, 2025
Sunday Jun 15, 2025
Trip size max: 16 - 16 spaces left
£1,766
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Saturday Jun 14, 2025
Sunday Jun 22, 2025
Trip size max: 16 - 14 spaces left
£1,766
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Saturday Jun 28, 2025
Sunday Jul 06, 2025
Trip size max: 16 - 16 spaces left
£1,766
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Saturday Jul 05, 2025
Sunday Jul 13, 2025
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Wednesday Jul 23, 2025
Thursday Jul 31, 2025
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£1,909
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Wednesday Jul 30, 2025
Thursday Aug 07, 2025
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£1,766
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Wednesday Aug 13, 2025
Thursday Aug 21, 2025
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£1,700
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Wednesday Aug 27, 2025
Thursday Sep 04, 2025
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£1,909
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Saturday Sep 06, 2025
Sunday Sep 14, 2025
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£1,909
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Saturday Sep 13, 2025
Sunday Sep 21, 2025
Trip size max: 16 - 16 spaces left
£2,046
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Saturday Sep 20, 2025
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£2,046
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Saturday Sep 27, 2025
Sunday Oct 05, 2025
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£2,046
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Saturday Oct 04, 2025
Sunday Oct 12, 2025
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£2,046
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Saturday Oct 11, 2025
Sunday Oct 19, 2025
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Important notes
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1. A Single Supplement is currently not available for this trip due to limited rooms at our chosen accommodation.
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2. This trip does not include a Japan Rail Pass. You will need to buy your own train tickets for any independent rail travel you wish to do in Japan pre or post tour.
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3. It is essential that you pack light and compact for rail travel in Japan. There are size restrictions for luggage on Shinkansen trains. Luggage from 160cm to 250cm may require an additional JPY1000 oversize luggage fee per train journey. Luggage over 251cm will NOT be permitted on the Shinkansen trains at all. Please notify your tour leader at your Welcome Meeting if your luggage is from 160cm to 250cm so they can make the necessary arrangements.
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4. We are currently unable to book pre or post trip accommodation at our start and finish point hotels due to limited room availability. We recommend booking a hotel of your choice through your booking agent.
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5. We are not able to book airport shuttle service for Japan now. Japan has an extensive and efficient public transport system and the joining and finishing point instructions are listed in the Essential Trip Information.
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6.Please note that there are generally less double rooms in Japanese hotels, even those in Western style. While every effort will be made to accommodate double room requests, this may not always be possible.
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