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Japan: Castles & Cuisine

6 days
From Kyoto to Osaka
4.5
4 traveler reviews
Japan: Castles & Cuisine - G Adventures
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Plan your adventure:
  • In-depth Cultural
  • Group
  • Fully Guided
  • Sightseeing
  • Historical
  • Christmas & New Year
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English
Group Size 10 - 16
Age range 18 to 39
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Highlights

  • Explore Kyoto's spiritual essence on arrival
  • Travel to Hiroshima by bullet train
  • Visit Miyajima's floating torii gate
  • Discover Osaka's neon-lit nightlife
  • Experience Osaka's vibrant evening scene

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Kyoto
  2. Day 2 Kyoto/Hiroshima
  3. Day 3 Hiroshima
  4. Day 4 Hiroshima/Osaka
  5. Day 5 Osaka
  6. Day 6 Osaka
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What's Included

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  • Accommodation
  • Guide
  • Additional Services
  • Transport
  • Free eSIM
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What's Not Included

  • Flights
  • Insurance
  • Meals
  • Optional
  • Additional Services

Where You'll Stay

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Customer Reviews

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    4.5
  • Itinerary
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Guide
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Transport
    Excellent
    4.7
  • Accommodation
    Average
    3.0
  • Food
    Excellent
    5.0
  • 4.7
  • RM
    · December 21st, 2023
    All good. Very immersive and worthwhile...
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    G Adventures commented on this review
    Hi Rahul, Great to hear! Japan is on my bucket list - So glad to read that you enjoyed it!
    Trip date: December 2023
  • Japan: Castles & Cuisine reviewer 2
    · May 14th, 2019
    Izumi was the perfect CEO! She went above and...
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    G Adventures commented on this review
    Izumi is like no other, agreed. Thanks for the review Mira.
    Trip date: May 2019
  • A
    · November 5th, 2018
    Love the way that G do their trips.
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    Trip date: October 2018
  • A
    · August 18th, 2018
    - I was satisfied with the tour
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    Trip date: August 2018

Dates & Availability

6 days
Japan: Castles & Cuisine
From Kyoto to Osaka

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What our customers ask about this tour

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    Belinda

    Asked on February 22nd, 2025

    Do you offer airport pick up and drop off?

    Flights / Transfers
    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten February 2025

      We do not offer an arrival on this tour. We recommend arranging a shuttle service at the airport.

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    Delphine

    Asked on February 11th, 2025

    Can I leave my suitcase at the hotel while touring?

    Accommodation
    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten February 2025

      Yes, you may store your suitcase at the hotel or hostel where you are staying.

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    Yusdani

    Asked on January 22nd, 2025

    Are meals included in the 'Castles & Cuisine' tour?

    Meals
    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten January 2025

      Meals are not included, which allows you the opportunity to explore local cuisine at your discretion with guidance from the tour leader if required.

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    Uma

    Asked on December 27th, 2024

    Is there a possibility to add extra nights to my booking?

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    Tour Details
    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten December 2024

      Yes, you can request additional pre-night bookings at the starting hotel or other accommodations, if available.

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    Ali

    Asked on November 19th, 2024

    my husband and I are both 65 years old, but in good health, could we still book this tour?

    Age Range
    Tour Details
    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten November 2024

      Im sorry but this trip has age restrictions and travellers need to be between 18-39 to be eligible for this trip

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    Mer

    Asked on October 5th, 2024

    How can I manage pre-tour accommodations?

    Accommodation
    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten October 2024

      Pre-tour accommodations need to be booked separately and are not included in the tour package.

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    Mari

    Asked on September 26th, 2024

    How do I complete the 'Good to Go' forms?

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten September 2024

      You can complete the 'Good to Go' forms online to finalize your booking and ensure all travel details are recorded accurately.

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    Anne

    Asked on August 24th, 2024

    Are flights included in the cost of the tour?

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten August 2024

      International flights are not included in the price of the tour. Travelers are required to arrange their own flights separately.

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    Frances

    Asked on July 1st, 2024

    Is Food included? i.e. meals?

    Meals
    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten July 2024

      There are no meals included on this tour. We advise to allow 280-365 USD per person for meals not included.

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    Johanna

    Asked on May 18th, 2024

    Are there any specific visa requirements for this tour?

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten May 2024

      Visa and entry requirements depend on your nationality. It is the responsibility of the traveler to ensure all visa requirements are met.

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  • Vaccines
    • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Japan. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Japan. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Japanese B encephalitis - Recommended for Japan. Ideally 1 month before travel.
  • Visa
    • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
    • Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
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