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Independent Treasures of Japan

11 days
From Tokyo to Osaka
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In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Self-guided
Independent exploration, backed by expert advice and support
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
All Ages Welcome
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Tokyo

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  2. Day 2

    Tokyo

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch

    Included Activities

    • Private guided sightseeing tour of Tokyo
    • Visit Meiji Shrine
    • Ascend Tokyo Skytree to Sorakara Point (floor 450)
    • Tour Samurai and Ninja Museum
    • Visit Nakamise shopping arcade
    • Visit Asakusa Kannon Temple
    Landmarks
    Meiji Shrine
    Tokyo Skytree
    Samurai and Ninja Museum
    Nakamise Shopping Arcade
    Asakusa Kannon Temple
  3. Day 3

    Tokyo

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Tokyo's unique neighborhoods
    • Day trip to Mount Fuji
    • Visit street-food markets
    Landmarks
    Mount Fuji
  4. Day 4

    Tokyo to Kyoto

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Travel by shinkansen (bullet train) to Kyoto
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  5. Day 5

    Kyoto

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch

    Included Activities

    • Private guided sightseeing tour of Kyoto via public transportation
    • Visit Kinkakuji (Temple of the Gold Pavilion)
    • Walking tour through Gion geisha district
    • Visit Sanjusangendo Temple
    • Visit Fushimi Inari Shrine
    Landmarks
    Kinkakuji (Temple of the Gold Pavilion)
    Gion
    Sanjusangendo Temple
    Fushimi Inari Shrine
  6. Day 6

    Kyoto

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Excursion to nearby Nara
    • Explore historic temples and shrines in Kyoto
  7. Day 7

    Kyoto to Hiroshima

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Travel by shinkansen (bullet train) to Hiroshima
    • Visit Shukkei-en Garden

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Hiroshima city on your own
    Landmarks
    Shukkei-en Garden
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  8. Day 8

    Hiroshima

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch

    Included Activities

    • Private guided sightseeing tour
    • Visit Peace Memorial Park UNESCO World Heritage Site
    • Visit Peace Memorial Museum
    • Visit Peace Memorial Hall
    • Travel by ferry to Miyajima Island
    • Visit Itsukushima Shrine UNESCO World Heritage Site

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Miyajima Island shops
    Landmarks
    Peace Memorial Park
    Itsukushima Shrine
    Miyajima Island
  9. Day 9

    Hiroshima to Osaka

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Okonomiyaki (local pancake dish famous in Osaka))

    Included Activities

    • Travel by shinkansen (bullet train)
    • Private guided sightseeing tour of Osaka
    • Visit Osaka Castle and surrounding park
    • Explore Minami entertainment district (Shinsaibashi, Namba, and Dontonbori Street)
    • Lunch featuring okonomiyaki
    Landmarks
    Osaka Castle
    Dontonbori Street
    Shinsaibashi
    Namba
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  10. Day 10

    Osaka

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Return to Minami for further exploration
    • Visit the Open-Air Museum of Japanese Farmhouses
    Landmarks
    Open-Air Museum of Japanese Farmhouses
  11. Day 11

    Osaka

    Meals
    Breakfast
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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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