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- Gold Operator
- The Dragon Trip
- In-depth Cultural
- Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
- Group Tour
- Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
- Fully Guided
- An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
- Medium Intensity
- Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
- Guided in English
- Group Size 4 - 17
- Ages 18+
Places You’ll See
Highlights
- Ryokan Stay & Onsen
- Arashiyama Bamboo Forest
- Miyajima Island day trip
Itinerary
- Introduction
- Day 1 Welcome To Tokyo!
- Day 2 Sushi Masterclass, Meiji Shrine Serenity, Harajuku District & Shibuya Crossing
- Day 3 Shibamata, Taishakuten Temple & Sumo Dinner Experience
- Day 4 Hakone Bound - Pirate Ship, Cable Car Ride & Onsen
- Day 5 Kyoto Bound - Higashi Honganji Temple, Calligraphy & Karaoke
- Day 6 Tea Ceremony, Kiyomizu-dera Temple & Gion Tour
- Day 7 Kyoto Your Way - Fushimi Inari Sunrise & Bamboo Forest Visit
- Day 8 Miyajima Island, Mt Misen Ropeway & Hiroshima Peace Memorial
- Day 9 Osaka Bound - Kurashiki Bikan Quarter, Korakuen Garden & Free Evening
- Day 10 Shinsaibashi, Dotonbori Boat Cruise & Final Dinner
- Day 11 Sayonara Japan
What's Included
- Accommodation
- Guide
- Meals
- Additional Services
- Transport
- Free eSIMTourRadar offers the lead traveler (the person who booked) a free 1GB eSIM for the trip. The eSIM is redeemable only through the TourRadar app 72 hours before departure.
What's Not Included
- Flights
- Insurance
- Optional
Where You'll Stay
The Knot Shinjuku Hotel
HotelDays 1, 2, 3Fuji Hakone Guesthouse
Guesthouseday 4Comfort Hotel Kyoto Horikawagojo
HotelDays 5, 6Smile Hotel Hiroshima
HotelDays 7, 8Tokyu Stay Osaka Honmachi
HotelDays 9, 10
Operated by
The Dragon Trip
Number of tours
47
Age Range
7 to 75 years old
Response time
within 1 day
Response rate
100%
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- EErickNovember 24th, 2025Excellent tour we enjoyed it every city we stayed.Traveled in November 2025
Reply from: The Dragon TripThank you for your great feedback! We are thrilled to hear it was an excellent experience!Show more - RRegulaSeptember 26th, 2025The trip is interesting and provides you with a lot of impressions! It is fast paced and you walk a lot: pack...Show moreTraveled in September 2025Reply from: The Dragon TripThank you for your review! We’re glad you enjoyed the trip and really appreciate your helpful advice for future travellers!Show more
- JJamesSeptember 25th, 2025Great opportunity to see a lot of highlights in Japan, plenty of walking and a good long soak in an onsen is needed!...Show moreTraveled in September 2025Reply from: The Dragon TripHey James. I'm sure Juno will be happy to hear you left such a glowing review! We'll be sure to pass this onto him. As you've pointed out, we try to offer a balance of activity and relaxation throughout this trip, and we're glad it met your expectations. We hope you'll join us on another adventure in the future!Show more
- TiaSeptember 25th, 2025Amazing tour, definitely ticked loads of boxes for sightseeing for me, compact schedule meant we were able to squeeze...Show moreTraveled in September 2025Reply from: The Dragon TripHey Tia. Your photos really highlight the 5-star review you've left. It's great to hear you had such a wonderful time on the trip and that you saw a lot within the time you had on the trip. We'll be sure to pass on your kind words to Juno. And thanks for highlighting the amount of walking that's expected for this trip. We want our guests to be fully prepared for the adventure. Please join us on another trip in the future!Show more
- LLiaSeptember 25th, 2025An awesome small group tour. We got to experience so much! Enjoyed the variety from temples, onsen, tradition and...Show moreTraveled in September 2025Reply from: The Dragon TripThank you so much for your wonderful review! We'll be sure to pass on your kind words to Juno. We're happy to hear he was such a good host. It's great to hear you thought the trip offered a diverse range of activities and sights, which is what we aim for when creating an adventure. Please join us on another one when you can!Show more
- PeterSeptember 25th, 2025The places we went to and guide were excellent.Traveled in September 2025Reply from: The Dragon TripThanks for your positive review! We're happy to hear you had such a wonderful time on the trip and that you thought the guide was so accommodating.Show more
- CCatherineJune 9th, 2025Automatic translation available in English. View in EnglishToo fast-paced Too much transport. Format too concentratedTraveled in May 2025Reply from: The Dragon TripHey, thank you for sharing your thoughts about your recent trip with us. As Japan is full of highlights, it was a challenge for us to visit as many as possible in the 11 days. We hoped to have found the perfect balance between sightseeing, adventure, transportation and relaxation. If you have any further thoughts on why the trip is too concentrated, we're curious to hear more about your suggestions for improving the experience. Please feel free to contact us at info@thedragontrip.com to discuss this further.Show more
- PPamelaMay 15th, 2025This was a trip of a lifetime! The itinerary was great and our Adventure Leader was the BEST! This trip gave a great...Show moreTraveled in May 2025Reply from: The Dragon TripWow — thank you so much for your amazing feedback! We’re over the moon to hear this was a trip of a lifetime! Japan is such a special place, and it’s fantastic to know the itinerary gave you a great overview of the culture, the sights, and all the little details that make it so unforgettable - One of my favourite destinations too! ???????? And a huge shoutout to your Adventure Leader — we’re so glad they helped make the experience even more magical! We’ll be sure to pass along your kind words. Hope to see you on another adventure soon. Hattie - The Dragon TripShow more
- AAndrewMay 15th, 2025Very educational, beautiful and great cultural experience.Traveled in May 2025Reply from: The Dragon TripThank you for your review! We hope to welcome you on another adventure soon!Show more
- SShirleyApril 28th, 2025The itinerary, guide, accommodation...everything was fantastic! i should have read some of the fine print so i would...Show moreTraveled in April 2025Reply from: The Dragon TripThanks so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled you had a fantastic trip, and thank you for the tips!Show more
Dates & Availability
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- From Monday6 Apr, 2026To Thursday16 Apr, 2026EnglishFrom:US $5,356 per personMultiple Room Types
- Instant ConfirmationFrom Monday8 Jun, 2026To Thursday18 Jun, 2026EnglishFrom:US $4,977 per personMultiple Room Types
- Instant ConfirmationFrom Monday24 Aug, 2026To Thursday3 Sep, 2026EnglishFrom:US $4,977 per personMultiple Room Types
- Instant ConfirmationFrom Monday7 Sep, 2026To Thursday17 Sep, 2026EnglishFrom:US $4,977 per personMultiple Room Types
- Instant ConfirmationFrom Monday21 Sep, 2026To Thursday1 Oct, 2026EnglishFrom:US $4,991 per personMultiple Room Types
- Instant ConfirmationFrom Monday5 Oct, 2026To Thursday15 Oct, 2026EnglishFrom:US $4,991 per personMultiple Room Types
- Instant ConfirmationFrom Monday2 Nov, 2026To Thursday12 Nov, 2026EnglishFrom:US $4,991 per personMultiple Room Types
- Instant ConfirmationFrom Monday15 Mar, 2027To Thursday25 Mar, 2027EnglishFrom:US $5,626 per personMultiple Room Types
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What our customers ask about this tour
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Irene
Asked on September 18th, 2025is it possible to upgrade to 4 star hotels? Also, what is the typical size of this group. I am looking for less than 10 people.
The Dragon TripOperator•Written September 2025The hotels are are clean, comfortable, and well located. Whilst they are listed as 3*, in Japan they have a high standard and these can feel more like 4* hotels. The group size can vary for each departure date, but the maximum group size is around 14 people. However, looking at the group sizes in 2025 they were smaller in size: - 17-March-25 - we had a group of 7 - 31-March-25 - we had a group of 5. Travelling in April (peak season) we saw larger groups. Whilst we can't guarantee a specific group size, you do tend to see smaller groups on this tour outside of the peak seasons, which is nice.
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Joel
Asked on September 2nd, 2025How much is needed to reserve the tour, and when would the payment be due? Is it possible to book it now and pay the balance after September 26, is it possible?
- The Dragon TripOperator•Written September 2025
We require a 10% deposit with the remaining amount due 70 days before your trip departure date. It's possible to set up an instalment plan so that you can pay back the trip on a monthly basis.
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Joel
Traveler•Written September 2025We are planning to go this November 2025. That's why we are asking if possible to pay the balance due after September 26th, 2025
- The Dragon TripOperator•Written September 2025
For the 3rd November 2025 departure, we would need full payment because it's less than 70 days until departure. We need the funds to make booking arrangements. If you need to wait until 26th September to pay, you can wait, but we can't guarantee you a space on the trip without full payment.
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Ryan
Asked on August 11th, 2025Is your tour company based in which country? Is this package price commissionable or net? How can I contact directly?
- The Dragon TripOperator•Written August 2025
We're based in the UK, but have offices internationally. The prices advertised on TourRadar are retail rates. You can contact us through this booking portal. We would need to check availability for the 15th September 2025 trip.
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Jade
Asked on July 16th, 2025Can you please confirm what types of hotels would be booked on this tour? Can you confirm if they will be actual hotels and NOT hostels?
- The Dragon TripOperator•Written July 2025
For the 11-day Japan Plus Tour, the standard accommodation is 3* hotels throughout, plus 1 night in a traditional style Japanese Tatami Mat room. We do not use hostels for this tour.
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Jade
Traveler•Written July 2025I thought it was 4 star hotels though? That is what the title says
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Jade
Traveler•Written July 2025Under the 'what's included' section in the accommodations list, you list '3 and 4 star hotels'
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Jade
Traveler•Written July 2025Can you give me an example of one of the 3 star hotels you book? So I can look it up on my end. That might be a deal breaker because my clients want 4 star hotels.
- The Dragon TripOperator•Written July 2025
Tokyo: The Knot Tokyo Shinjuku, Hakone: Susukinohara Ichinoyu, Kyoto: M's Hotel Gojo, Hiroshima: En Hotel Hiroshima, Osaka: Tokyu Stay Osaka Hommachi. 4-star accommodation in Japan would be considerably more expensive than the trip price we're offering.
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Jade
Traveler•Written August 2025My client is still interested in this tour. However, i have a question about the exclusions on the tour. Under the insurance part, it says travel insurance is not included but that they need the insurance. Is that true? How does that work? How can they purchase insurance?
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Jade
Traveler•Written August 2025Is it required though?
- The Dragon TripOperator•Written August 2025
Yes, a basic level of travel insurance is a requirement to join one of our trips. This is so you're covered for any emergency situations that might occur i.e. health related, loss of luggage, cancelled flight etc... You will need to bring proof of your travel insurance with you when you join the trip on Day-1.
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Jade
Traveler•Written August 2025Can my client use the travel insurance that comes with their Credit Card?
- The Dragon TripOperator•Written August 2025
As long as your clients have some level of travel insurance they're covered for, then we can accept them onto the trip. They will need to bring the proof of travel insurance with them on arrival to show the adventure leader. If they already have travel insurance through a credit card provider, then this would be accepted.
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Grace
Asked on July 13th, 2025Will that be a problem? I know there are private onsens for people to enjoy on their own for those with tattoos, but I just don't want to be put in a position where that option isn't available to me if I'm not allowed into the one that's scheduled on this trip.
- The Dragon TripOperator•Written July 2025
The onsen we visit during the trip in Hakone is a private onsen experience, so you'll be allowed to go in with your tattoos.
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Ron
Asked on June 6th, 2025Can I find more information about this tour? I'm not sure if you have a similar tour that includes one more day in Osaka.
- The Dragon TripOperator•Written June 2025
There's still availability for 2 people to join the trip departing on the 30th March 2026. The other trip we have available is the 13-Day Japan Tour: Tokyo, Mount Fuji, Kyoto, Nara, Osaka & Beyond. Both the 11-Day and 13-Day trip spend just 2 days in Osaka. If needed, we can book you an additional night in Osaka for the end of the trip or pre-nights accommodation in Tokyo.
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Sonia
Asked on May 13th, 2025I have two weeks to tour Japan's main sites. I hope to locate a reasonably priced 10-12-day tour, and I may join it.
- The Dragon TripOperator•Written May 2025
I'll check if we have anything available, however, I think it's very unlikely at this stage. Additionally, our tours typically start in Tokyo and finish in Osaka.
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Leslie
Asked on April 18th, 2025is it possible to catch the bullet train on this tour?
- The Dragon TripOperator•Written April 2025
Yes! You will ride the high speed bullet train (Shinkansen) on Day 8. It departs Hiroshima to bring you into Kyoto. It's one of the highlights of the trip.
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Leslie
Traveler•Written April 2025how many people are on this trip?
- The Dragon TripOperator•Written April 2025
There's currently no one booked onto the trip departing on the 7th September 2026. There's 8 people booked onto the trip departing on the 15th September 2025.
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Leslie
Traveler•Written April 2025how much would it be?
- The Dragon TripOperator•Written April 2025
Private departures are typically at least 35% more expensive than joining an existing group tour. The minimum price per person would be 6750 USD. However, we would need to submit a request with our Japan team and the price can be higher.
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Leslie
Traveler•Written May 2025Septt 7th would be better for us but we would be willing to join a very small tour with others. we would also need pre nights
- The Dragon TripOperator•Written May 2025
The only available departure date for a group trip in September 2025 is the 15th. The maximum group size for this trip is 17 people. We currently have 8 guests booked onto this date already. How many additional pre-nights would you need?
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Olivia
Asked on March 1st, 2025Is this canadian travel agency, air fare included escorted tour?
- The Dragon TripOperator•Written March 2025
We do not include international flights to and from our adventure tours.
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Jacqueline
Asked on February 8th, 2025I was looking at your Japan Plus 11-day Culture Tour: Golden Route in November. And it is not clear how we travel from location to location each day. Can you please provide more information on this?
- The Dragon TripOperator•Written February 2025
For this tour, all local transport is included. Transportation primarily consists of public metros, buses, and trains, including the famous Shinkansen. There are no private buses, so be prepared for lots of walking as well! You'll also receive an IC card preloaded with enough credit to cover transportation for all included activities. This card will be collected back on the last day of your trip. For optional activities or independent exploration, you'll need to top up the card yourself as needed.
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