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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Operator: UME Travel Co. Ltd
In-depth Cultural: Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Group Tour: Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Partially Guided: Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Low Intensity: Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 2 - 10
All Ages Welcome

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Itinerary

Day 1
Tokyo
Accommodation
Hotel (Hotel East 21 Tokyo (Okura Hotels & Resorts))
Day 2
Tokyo
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (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
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (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
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (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
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (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
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Ryokan Oyado Koto No Yume)
Included Activities
- Visit Zenkoji
- Visit Matsumoto Castle
Landmarks
Zenkoji
Matsumoto Castle
Day 7
Shirakawa-go & Takayama
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (ONYADO NONO KANAZAWA HOT SPRINGS)
Included Activities
- Visit Shirakawa-go
- Visit Takayama Jinya
Landmarks
Shirakawa-go
Hakusan National Park
Takayama Jinya
Day 8
Kanazawa
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (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
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Hotel Kyoto )
Day 10
Kyoto
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (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
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (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
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Hotel Kyoto )
Day 13
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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Meals
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What's Not Included

Flights
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Where You'll Stay

All accommodations are subject to change

Hotel East 21 Tokyo (Okura Hotels & Resorts)
Hotel
Days 1, 2, 3
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Fuji View Hotel
Hotel
day 4
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Hotel Metropolitan Nagano
Hotel
day 5
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Ryokan Oyado Koto No Yume
Hotel
day 6
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ONYADO NONO KANAZAWA HOT SPRINGS
Hotel
Days 7, 8
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Hotel Kyoto
Hotel
Days 9, 10, 11, 12
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- Travel with like-minded people
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- Travel with your own group of min. 2 travelers
- Choose your preferred dates and duration
- Upgrade your accommodation
- Customize the itineraries
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Operated by

UME Travel Co. Ltd

4.6

(28 reviews)

Number of tours

530

Age Range

1 to 85 years old

Response time

5 hours

Response rate

100%

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Traveler Reviews

5.0

Overall rating based on 1 Reviews

Itinerary
4.0
Transport
4.0
Guide
4.0
Accommodation
4.0
Food
4.0
Tour Operator
4.6

J
Jocelyn
March 22nd, 2025
5
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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Traveled in March 2025
Reply from: UME Travel Co. Ltd
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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Asked on October 21st, 2024
Is there a bullet train that goes from Kyoto to Tokyo? Or do we book a flight?
Flights / Transfers
Transport
- UME Travel Co. LtdOperator•Written October 2024
  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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Price based on Cheapest Room

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

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Tour ID: 271192

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- These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
- 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 $75 is required to confirm your booking with UME Travel Co. Ltd. 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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