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Highlights of Central Japan

13 days
From Tokyo to Osaka
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Guided in German
Group Size 2 - 12
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Overnight Flight to Tokyo

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  2. Day 2

    Arrival in Tokyo

  3. Day 3

    Tokyo Sightseeing

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Meiji Shrine
    • Panoramic view from Tokyo Metropolitan Building observation floor
    • Stroll through Ginza district
    • Visit Kannon Temple in Asakusa
    • View Tokyo Skytree from Sumida River
    Landmarks
    Meiji Shrine
    Tokyo Metropolitan Building
    Ginza
    Kannon Temple
    Thunder Gate (Nakamise-dori)
    Tokyo Skytree
  4. Day 4

    Tokyo at Leisure

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Optional day trip to Nikko National Park with shrine and temple district (125 € per person, minimum 2 people, must be booked with reservation)
    Landmarks
    Nikko National Park
  5. Day 5

    Tokyo to Kawaguchiko

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Traditional bento box at Kawaguchiko Natural Living Center)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Lake Motosuko
    • Visit Oishi Park on Lake Fujikawaguchiko
    • Traditional bento box lunch at Kawaguchiko Natural Living Center
    • Visit Arakurayama Sengen Shrine

    Optional Activities

    • Visit idyllic village of Oshino (bookable on site)
    Landmarks
    Lake Motosuko
    Mount Fuji
    Oishi Park
    Lake Fujikawaguchiko
    Oshino village
    Arakurayama Sengen Shrine
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  6. Day 6

    Kawaguchiko to Nagano

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Hakone Open Air Museum
    • Visit Matsumoto Castle (Crow Castle)
    Landmarks
    Hakone Open Air Museum
    Matsumoto Castle
    Nagano
    Itinerary Image 1
  7. Day 7

    Nagano to Shirakawago

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Zenkoji temple
    • Visit Jigokudani Monkey Park
    Landmarks
    Zenkoji Temple
    Jigokudani Monkey Park
    Shirakawago
    Japanese Alps
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  8. Day 8

    Shirakawago to Takayama

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Stroll through Takayama morning market
    • Explore historic old town of Takayama
    • Visit Yatai Kaikan Museum
    Landmarks
    Takayama
    Yatai Kaikan Museum
  9. Day 9

    Takayama to Koya-san

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Train ride to Koya-san
    • Walk across Japan's most famous cemetery
    • Explore temple complex at Koya-san
    • Stay in traditional temple guesthouse with monks
    Landmarks
    Koya-san
  10. Day 10

    Koya-san to Kyoto

    Meals
    Breakfast (Vegetarian breakfast)

    Included Activities

    • Vegetarian breakfast at temple
    • Train to Kyoto
    • Explore Nishiki market street
    • Explore Gion historic district

    Optional Activities

    • Morning Shingon ritual prayer participation
    • Sushi cooking class with Japanese sushi chef (70 € per person, minimum 4 people, must be booked when registering)
    Landmarks
    Nishiki Market
    Gion
    Kodaiji Zen Temple
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  11. Day 11

    Kyoto

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Ryoanji Temple
    • Visit Kinkaku Temple
    • Visit Sanjusangendo temple hall

    Optional Activities

    • Kyoto Night Tour (45 € per person, bookable on site)
    Landmarks
    Ryoanji Temple
    Kinkaku Temple
    Sanjusangendo Temple
  12. Day 12

    Kyoto to Osaka (Departure)

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Ryoanji Temple
    • Visit Kinkakuji (Golden Pavilion)
    • Visit Fushimi Inari Shrine
    • Visit Sanjusangendo temple hall

    Optional Activities

    • Introduction to Zen meditation at Shunkoi Temple
    • Traditional tea ceremony
    Landmarks
    Ryoanji Temple
    Kinkakuji (Golden Pavilion)
    Fushimi Inari Shrine
    Sanjusangendo Temple
    Shunkoi Temple
  13. Day 13

    Arrival Home

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  • International Flights
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  • Meals
  • Additional Services
  • Transport

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    June 17th, 2024
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    We spent 11 days in Japan with SKR and can highly recommend this trip! The highlight for us was the boat trip in the...
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    Asked on January 6th, 2025

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      The tour price can vary based on season and availability. Please check with the operator for current pricing details.

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      Yes, a single supplement is typically available for those traveling alone. Check with the operator for exact costs.

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      Group sizes can vary but the operator will provide details about maximum capacities for each trip.

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    Georg

    Asked on March 5th, 2024

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      Yes, the tour can be booked without flights if you prefer to organize your own travel.

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    Stephan

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    • SKR ReisenOperatorWritten March 2024

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    Asked on November 3rd, 2023

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    • SKR ReisenOperatorWritten November 2023

      Various payment methods are usually accepted. It's advisable to inquire directly with the operator for specifics.

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    Katherine

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    • SKR ReisenOperatorWritten November 2023

      Transportation is generally included and well-organized throughout your trip to ensure smooth travel.

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    • 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.
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    • 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.
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    • For any tour departing before May 13th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after May 13th, 2026, a minimum payment of 20% is required to confirm your booking with SKR Reisen. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 60 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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