Is there a bullet train that goes from Kyoto to Tokyo? Or do we book a flight?

1. The tour will start from Tokyo and end in Kyoto, if you would like to fly out from Tokyo, we can arrange a bullet train for you on the last day. 2. There's no airport in Kyoto, the nearest one will be in Osaka, if you want to take a flight to Tokyo, you may need to be transferred to the Osaka airport first (around 1 hour's drive) and then fly to Tokyo.

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13 Days Iconic Japan Tour (private guide & driver）Customizable

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From Tokyo to Kyoto

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City & Culture: Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
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Low Intensity: Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 2 - 10
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Itinerary

Intro
Introduction
Day 1
Tokyo
Tokyo
Accommodation
Hotel 4* (Hotel East 21 Tokyo (Okura Hotels & Resorts))
Day 2
Tokyo
Tokyo
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel 4* (Hotel East 21 Tokyo (Okura Hotels & Resorts))
Included Activities
- Visit Meiji Jingu Shrine
- Visit Zojo-ji Temple
- Tokyo Tower observation decks (150m viewing tickets included)
Optional Activities
- Explore Akihabara district
Landmarks
Meiji Jingu Shrine
Zojo-ji Temple
Tokyo Tower
Akihabara
Yoyogi Park
Day 3
Tokyo
Tokyo
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel 4* (Hotel East 21 Tokyo (Okura Hotels & Resorts))
Included Activities
- Visit Senso-Ji Buddhist Temple
- Asakusa Street Food Tour with tempura and ningyoyaki
- Tokyo Mizube Line water bus cruise
- Visit Odaiba Marine Park
- Ride New Transit Yurikamome railway
Optional Activities
- Explore Asakusa area during free time
- Explore Odaiba during free time
Landmarks
Senso-Ji Buddhist Temple
Asakusa
Tokyo Sky Tree
Tsukiji Bridge
Rainbow Bridge
Odaiba Marine Park
Day 4
Mt. Fuji Region
Mt. Fuji Region
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel 4* (Fuji View Hotel)
Included Activities
- Visit West Lake Village
- Visit Oshino Hakkai
- Explore Narusawa Hyoketsu Ice Cave
- Visit Arakurayama Sengen Park
Landmarks
West Lake Village
Oshino Hakkai
Narusawa Hyoketsu Ice Cave
Arakurayama Sengen Park
Arakurayama Sengen Shrine
Mount Fuji
Day 5
Lake Suwa & Jigokudani Monkey Park
Lake Suwa & Jigokudani Monkey Park
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel 4* (Hotel Metropolitan Nagano)
Included Activities
- Visit Lake Suwa
- Visit Jigokudani Monkey Park
Optional Activities
- Lake Suwa pleasure cruises
- Lake Suwa amphibious bus tours
- Lake Suwa fishing
Landmarks
Lake Suwa
Jigokudani Monkey Park
Day 6
Nagano & Matsumoto Castle
Nagano & Matsumoto Castle
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel 4* (Ryokan Oyado Koto No Yume)
Included Activities
- Visit Zenkoji
- Visit Matsumoto Castle
Landmarks
Zenkoji
Matsumoto Castle
Day 7
Shirakawa-go & Takayama
Shirakawa-go & Takayama
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel 4* (ONYADO NONO KANAZAWA HOT SPRINGS)
Included Activities
- Visit Shirakawa-go
- Visit Takayama Jinya
Landmarks
Shirakawa-go
Hakusan National Park
Takayama Jinya
Day 8
Kanazawa
Kanazawa
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel 4* (ONYADO NONO KANAZAWA HOT SPRINGS)
Included Activities
- Visit Nagamachi Samurai district
- Visit Kenrokuen Garden
- Visit Higashi Chaya District
Landmarks
Nagamachi Samurai District
Kenrokuen Garden
Higashi Chaya District
Day 9
Kanazawa to Kyoto
Kanazawa to Kyoto
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel 4* (Hotel Kyoto )
Day 10
Kyoto
Kyoto
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel 4* (Hotel Kyoto )
Included Activities
- Visit Kodaiji Temple
- Walk Nene no Michi
- Visit Yasaka Shrine
- Japanese traditional culture performance at Gion Kobu Kaburenjo Theater
Optional Activities
- Evening stroll through Hanamikoji Geisha District to view geisha
Landmarks
Kodaiji Temple
Nene no Michi
Yasaka Shrine
Hanamikoji
Gion Kobu Kaburenjo Theater
Day 11
Kyoto
Kyoto
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel 4* (Hotel Kyoto )
Included Activities
- Visit Higashi Honganji Temple
- Visit Sanjusangendo Temple
- Explore Nishiki Market
- Kyoto Tea Ceremony
Landmarks
Higashi Honganji Temple
Nishi Honganji Temple
Sanjusangendo
Nishiki Market
Day 12
Kyoto
Kyoto
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel 4* (Hotel Kyoto )
Day 13
Departure from Kyoto
Departure from Kyoto
Meals
Breakfast

Landmarks
Meiji Jingu Shrine
Zojo-ji Temple
Tokyo Tower
Akihabara
Yoyogi Park

Landmarks
Senso-Ji Buddhist Temple
Asakusa
Tokyo Sky Tree
Tsukiji Bridge
Rainbow Bridge
Odaiba Marine Park

Landmarks
West Lake Village
Oshino Hakkai
Narusawa Hyoketsu Ice Cave
Arakurayama Sengen Park
Arakurayama Sengen Shrine
Mount Fuji

Landmarks
Lake Suwa
Jigokudani Monkey Park

Landmarks
Zenkoji
Matsumoto Castle

Landmarks
Shirakawa-go
Hakusan National Park
Takayama Jinya

Landmarks
Nagamachi Samurai District
Kenrokuen Garden
Higashi Chaya District

Landmarks
Kodaiji Temple
Nene no Michi
Yasaka Shrine
Hanamikoji
Gion Kobu Kaburenjo Theater

Landmarks
Higashi Honganji Temple
Nishi Honganji Temple
Sanjusangendo
Nishiki Market

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Where You'll Stay

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Hotel East 21 Tokyo (Okura Hotels & Resorts)
Hotel 4*
Days 1, 2, 3
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Fuji View Hotel
Hotel 4*
day 4
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Hotel Metropolitan Nagano
Hotel 4*
day 5
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Ryokan Oyado Koto No Yume
Hotel 4*
day 6
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ONYADO NONO KANAZAWA HOT SPRINGS
Hotel 4*
Days 7, 8
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Hotel Kyoto
Hotel 4*
Days 9, 10, 11, 12
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Accommodation
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Food
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Tour Operator
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Jocelyn5.0•March 2025
It was a wonderful 2 week trip. Both guides were very good showing us areas of the country we would never see on our...
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Thank you for your kind words! We’re so glad you had a wonderful 2-week trip and that the guides helped you explore unique areas of Japan. It’s great to hear they were flexible and made your experience even better. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to assist with your future travels!
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Is there a bullet train that goes from Kyoto to Tokyo? Or do we book a flight?
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  1. The tour will start from Tokyo and end in Kyoto, if you would like to fly out from Tokyo, we can arrange a bullet train for you on the last day. 2. There's no airport in Kyoto, the nearest one will be in Osaka, if you want to take a flight to Tokyo, you may need to be transferred to the Osaka airport first (around 1 hour's drive) and then fly to Tokyo.

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US $6,780 per person

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Price based on Shared Room

Price based on Private Single Room

Price based on Private Double Room

Booking needs min. 2 travelers

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1 Adult2 Adults, 1 Child2 Children

Pay only $75 today. The rest is due 60 days before departure. Learn more

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Plan your adventure:

13 Days Iconic Japan Tour (private guide & driver）Customizable

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Included Activities

Optional Activities

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Included Activities

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Included Activities

Included Activities

Included Activities

Included Activities

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