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Independent Tokyo, Kyoto & Osaka City Stays

9 days

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From Tokyo to Osaka

5.0 (8 reviews)

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Excellent arrangements (hotel, air, land travel.) Would have liked communication about guides, meeting locations, transportation closer to 72 hours in advance.
Meg•traveled in June5.0
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Plan your adventure:

Platinum Operator: Globus
City & Culture: Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Private Tour: Travel exclusively with your friends and family
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

Intro
Introduction
Day 1
Arrival in Tokyo
Arrival in Tokyo
Day 2
Tokyo
Tokyo
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Private guided sightseeing tour of Tokyo via subway
- Visit to Meiji Shrine
- Ascend to Sorakara Point at Tokyo Skytree (floor 450, approximately 450 meters/1500 feet)
- Tour of Samurai and Ninja Museum
- Visit to Nakamise shopping arcade
- Visit to Asakusa Kannon Temple
Landmarks
Meiji Shrine
Tokyo Skytree
Samurai and Ninja Museum
Nakamise shopping arcade
Asakusa Kannon Temple
Day 3
Tokyo
Tokyo
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Explore Tokyo's unique neighborhoods using included Tokyo Metro Pass
- Day trip to Mount Fuji
- Visit street-food markets for local specialties
Landmarks
Mount Fuji
Day 4
Tokyo to Kyoto
Tokyo to Kyoto
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Travel by shinkansen (bullet train) to Kyoto
Day 5
Kyoto
Kyoto
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Private guided sightseeing tour of Kyoto using public transportation
- Visit to Kinkakuji (Temple of the Gold Pavilion)
- Walking tour through Gion geisha district
- Visit to Sanjusangendo Temple
- Visit to Fushimi Inari Shrine
Landmarks
Kinkakuji
Gion
Sanjusangendo Temple
Fushimi Inari Shrine
Day 6
Kyoto
Kyoto
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Day excursion to nearby Nara
- Explore Kyoto's historic temples and shrines using included subway and bus pass
Landmarks
Nara
Day 7
Kyoto to Osaka
Kyoto to Osaka
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Okonomiyaki (pancake dish famous in Osaka))
Included Activities
- Drive to Osaka
- Private guided sightseeing tour of Osaka Castle and surrounding park
- Visit to Minami entertainment district
- Explore Shinsaibashi and Namba districts
- Explore Dontonbori Street
- Lunch featuring okonomiyaki
Landmarks
Osaka Castle
Minami
Shinsaibashi
Namba
Dontonbori Street
Day 8
Osaka
Osaka
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Further exploration of Minami district
- Visit to Open-Air Museum of Japanese Farmhouses
Landmarks
Open-Air Museum of Japanese Farmhouses
Day 9
Departure from Osaka
Departure from Osaka
Meals
Breakfast

Landmarks
Meiji Shrine
Tokyo Skytree
Samurai and Ninja Museum
Nakamise shopping arcade
Asakusa Kannon Temple

Landmarks
Mount Fuji

Landmarks
Kinkakuji
Gion
Sanjusangendo Temple
Fushimi Inari Shrine

Landmarks
Nara

Landmarks
Osaka Castle
Minami
Shinsaibashi
Namba
Dontonbori Street

Landmarks
Open-Air Museum of Japanese Farmhouses

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Additional Services
Transport

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Insurance
Optional
Additional Services

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Rating: 5.0 (34,416 reviews)
Response time: 12 hours
Response rate: 96%
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Traveler Reviews

5.0

Overall rating based on 8 Reviews

Tour Operator
5.0

Peter5.0•September 2023
Everything ran like clockwork. Very well done.
Traveled in September 2023
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Joanne5.0•September 2023
The flexibility and planned days were very helpful The tour guides went over and above to meet our needs and to...
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Larry5.0•August 2023
Great tours however they should always beginning and end at the hotel
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Alanna5.0•July 2023
We had a great time and both of our guides were great! They became real friends.
Traveled in July 2023
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Erica5.0•July 2023
The independence by Globus package was prefect for my family. The free time paired well will guided tours. The...
The independence by Globus package was prefect for my family. The free time paired well will guided tours. The guides were prompt, personable, and knowledgeable. They even took the time to ask about what our 14 year old might want to see. I do recommend adding the app Ekispert to the communication. It saved us getting lost on the train/subway system. Thank you for a memory that will be with us a lifetime.Show more
Traveled in July 2023
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Meg5.0•June 2023
Excellent arrangements (hotel, air, land travel.) Would have liked communication about guides, meeting locations,...
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Dana5.0•June 2023
Everything was covered from beginning to end. No awkward guesswork or feeling lost at any point. All of our hosts...
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Traveled in May 2023
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Michael5.0•April 2023
The tour guides were the best part. Excellent local guides in each city. No hiccups only one small issue as...
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Traveled in March 2023
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US $6,359 per person

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Price based on Shared Room

Price based on Private Single Room

Price based on Private Double Room

Select departure month

1 Adult2 Adults, 1 Child2 Children

Pay only $250 today. The rest is due 65 days before departure. Learn more

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Plan your adventure:

Independent Tokyo, Kyoto & Osaka City Stays

Itinerary

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Included Activities

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Included Activities

Optional Activities

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What's Included

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Traveler Reviews

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