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8 Day Highlights of Japan Small Group Tour Package

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In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
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Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
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Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 1 - 50
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Tokyo

    Start point
    Tokyo Prefecture, Japan (Tokyo, 08:00 - 08:00)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (the b shimbashi, Tokyo), Hotel (Mitsui Garden Hotel Shiodome Italia-gai Tokyo), Hotel (The Prince Sakura Tower Tokyo, Autograph Collection)

    Optional Activities

    • Airport transfer
    • Transfer from the port
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  2. Day 2

    Tokyo

    Accommodation
    Hotel (the b shimbashi, Tokyo), Hotel (Mitsui Garden Hotel Shiodome Italia-gai Tokyo), Hotel (The Prince Sakura Tower Tokyo, Autograph Collection)

    Included Activities

    • Walking tour near Tokyo Station
    • Imperial Palace Gardens
    • Senso-ji Temple
    • Meiji Jingu Shrine
    • Harajuku district
    • Shibuya Crossing

    Optional Activities

    • Lunch at a local restaurant
    Landmarks
    Imperial Palace Gardens
    Nijubashi Bridge
    Senso-ji Temple
    Nakamise-dori street
    Meiji Jingu Shrine
    Harajuku district
    Shibuya Crossing
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  3. Day 3

    Mount Fuji & Lake Kawaguchi

    Accommodation
    Hotel (the b shimbashi, Tokyo), Hotel (Mitsui Garden Hotel Shiodome Italia-gai Tokyo), Hotel (The Prince Sakura Tower Tokyo, Autograph Collection)

    Included Activities

    • Oishi Park
    • Chureito Pagoda
    • Arakura Fuji Sengen Shrine
    • Oshino Hakkai ponds and thatched houses
    • Mount Fuji 5th Station

    Optional Activities

    • Lunch in Fujiyoshida
    • Souvenir shopping in traditional shops
    Landmarks
    Oishi Park
    Lake Kawaguchi
    Mount Fuji
    Chureito Pagoda
    Arakura Fuji Sengen Shrine
    Oshino Hakkai
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  4. Day 4

    Tokyo

    Meals
    Food Tastings (4-5 traditional food tastings at the Tsukiji Fish Market including seafood and savory meat)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (the b shimbashi, Tokyo), Hotel (Mitsui Garden Hotel Shiodome Italia-gai Tokyo), Hotel (The Prince Sakura Tower Tokyo, Autograph Collection)

    Included Activities

    • Tsukiji Hongwan-ji Temple and purification ritual observation
    • Tsukiji Outer Market exploration
    • Traditional food tastings
    • Namiyoke Shrine
    Landmarks
    Tsukiji Hongwan-ji Temple
    Tsukiji Outer Market
    Namiyoke Shrine
  5. Day 5

    Tokyo to Kyoto

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Comfort Inn Kyoto Shijokarasuma), Hotel (Daiwa Roynet Hotel Kyoto Ekimae PREMIER), Hotel (The Thousand Kyoto)

    Included Activities

    • Bullet train to Kyoto
    • Pontocho Alley
    • Statue of Izumo-no-Okuni
    • Gion geisha district
    • Gion Corner
    • Yasaka Shrine
    • Hanamikoji Street
    Landmarks
    Pontocho Alley
    Statue of Izumo-no-Okuni
    Gion
    Gion Corner
    Yasaka Shrine
    Hanamikoji Street
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  6. Day 6

    Kyoto & Nara

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Comfort Inn Kyoto Shijokarasuma), Hotel (Daiwa Roynet Hotel Kyoto Ekimae PREMIER), Hotel (The Thousand Kyoto)

    Included Activities

    • Golden Pavilion (Kinkaku-ji Temple)
    • Arashiyama Bamboo Forest
    • Fushimi Inari Shrine and red torii gates
    • Todai-ji Temple
    • Great Buddha
    • Nara Park

    Optional Activities

    • Lunch in Nara
    Landmarks
    Golden Pavilion (Kinkaku-ji Temple)
    Arashiyama Bamboo Forest
    Fushimi Inari Shrine
    Todai-ji Temple
    Great Buddha
    Nara Park
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  7. Day 7

    Kyoto to Osaka to Kyoto

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Comfort Inn Kyoto Shijokarasuma), Hotel (Daiwa Roynet Hotel Kyoto Ekimae PREMIER), Hotel (The Thousand Kyoto)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Osaka Castle
    • Explore Dotonbori along the canal
    • View Glico Man sign
    • View Hozenji Temple

    Optional Activities

    • Osaka Metro pass (recommended purchase before tour)
    • Lunch in Osaka (free time)
    Landmarks
    Osaka Castle
    Dotonbori
    Glico Man
    Hozenji Temple
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  8. Day 8

    Departure

    End point
    Kyoto, Japan (Kyoto, 08:00 - 08:00)

    Optional Activities

    • Transfer to Osaka port
    • Transfer to Kobe port
    • Airport transfer to Kansai Airport
    • Train to Tokyo city center
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  • 8 Day Highlights of Japan Small Group Tour Package reviewer 1
    April 9th, 2025
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    It is bot a tour. It is a package of train tickets, hotels aun tours from otherrs operators.
    Traveled in February 2025
    Reply from: Tourist Journey
    Thank you, Maria Gabriela. We’re sorry to hear it wasn’t what you expected. Our packages are designed to offer flexibility by combining top-rated local tours, hotels, and transportation, and we aim to be transparent about that. We appreciate your feedback.
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  • 8 Day Highlights of Japan Small Group Tour Package reviewer 2
    January 4th, 2025
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    DISCLAIMER: NOT A GROUP TOUR. This is a tour where you are required to make your way to a meeting point where you...
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    Traveled in November 2024
    Reply from: Tourist Journey
    Thank you, Michelle, for sharing your detailed feedback on the 8-Day Best of Japan Tour. We're glad to hear that you enjoyed the hotel selections and appreciated the efforts of several of our guides, such as Tim, Andy, Mark, K, and Toshi, who made your experience more memorable. We understand your concern regarding different guides for the tours. To ensure a richer, more informative experience, we focus on providing local guides who can offer deeper insights into each area. These guides bring valuable expertise and knowledge of the local culture, history, and hidden gems, which we believe enhances the overall tour experience. Additionally, we’ve taken your comments on the train transfers seriously and have already worked to improve the clarity of the instructions to make the process smoother for future guests. We appreciate your suggestions about having more content on the arrival day and the Kyoto segment, and we will consider them for future improvements. Thank you once again for your valuable insights, and we hope to welcome you back on another tour soon!
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  • 8 Day Highlights of Japan Small Group Tour Package reviewer 3
    November 6th, 2024
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    A wonderful time in Japan 🇯🇵
    Traveled in October 2024
    Reply from: Tourist Journey
    Sergio, thank you so much for your kind words! We're so happy to hear you had a wonderful time in Japan. ???? It’s always great to know our guests enjoyed their trip. Safe travels, and we hope to welcome you back soon!
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    October 10th, 2024
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    The guides were knowledgeable, friendly and accommodating. The itinerary appeared to be well planned and the time...
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    Traveled in October 2024
    Reply from: Tourist Journey
    Thank you so much for your thoughtful feedback, Faye! We're so glad to hear you had a great experience with our guides, especially Tomas. It's wonderful to know that his knowledge and friendly nature made a lasting impression. We're also glad to hear the itinerary worked well for you and that you had enough time to enjoy each location. Thank you again, and we hope to welcome you back soon!
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    Leah

    Asked on August 24th, 2025

    when it says "Begin your walking tour at Tokyo Station and head to the beautiful gardens of the Imperial Palace" are we having a tour guy or we are on our own?

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    • Tourist JourneyOperatorWritten August 2025

      You will meet the guide there and start your tour :)

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    Brett

    Asked on August 5th, 2025

    I'm based in Croatia. I'm interested in this tour with international flights included. Could you please confirm if the flight is included from Europe, and from which airport? Also, what would be the total cost for two people in April 2026?

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    • Tourist JourneyOperatorWritten August 2025

      Flights are unfortunately not included. The price of the package depends on the starting date in January and whether you'd like to include standard, boutique or superior class hotels. Which level would you prefer?

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    Pauline

    Asked on April 25th, 2025

    What is the difference between Standard and Boutique accommodations? Also, do they both offer private bathrooms?

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    • Tourist JourneyOperatorWritten April 2025

      The main difference between Standard and Boutique accommodations is the style and level of comfort — Boutique hotels are generally smaller, more stylish, and offer a more personalized experience. Both Standard and Boutique accommodations include private bathrooms.

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      Pauline

      TravelerWritten April 2025

      Can you please tell me the number of people booked at this time for 5.13.25 please??

    • Tourist JourneyOperatorWritten April 2025

      The groups on our walking and food tours are small, up to 10 pax. The groups on our tours that include a vehicle are bigger, up to 40 pax with an average of 25 pax.

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    Sarah

    Asked on April 7th, 2025

    Transfers between hotels and train stations are not included in the package. The guest has to take an uber from hotel to train station? how much does that cost?

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      Sarah

      TravelerWritten April 2025

      The local sightseeing will be in a small bus or individual car?

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      Sarah

      TravelerWritten April 2025

      Airport transportation is provided or that is separate? If separate how much?

    • Tourist JourneyOperatorWritten April 2025

      Correct - they can take an Uber or go with public transportation. It will be in a bus, or if its a walking tour - walking! Yes, we can provide Airport transportation - to which one are you arriving and from where are you departing?

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      Sarah

      TravelerWritten April 2025

      Lodging near train stations and public transport. Luggage transport between hotels. Lodging near Mt Fuji - near Lake Kawaguchiki. Tokyo to Mt Fuji to Osaka. Then day trips to maybe Kyoto, Nara, and Hiroshima. Cost for 1 room + bathroom, 3 adults

    • Tourist JourneyOperatorWritten April 2025

      We do guided tours (packages) - not self guided unfortunately. Would that be okay? Which category of hotel would you want to book?

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    Gregory

    Asked on April 5th, 2025

    Is there a guide at each hotel or do you have to go out on your own and meet the guide? Does the guide pick you up from your hotel?

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      Gregory

      TravelerWritten April 2025

      please can you tell me does the guide come to the hotel to meet you each morning and begin the fay or do we have to go meet the guide????

    • Tourist JourneyOperatorWritten April 2025

      For our group experiences, we have centralized starting locations - so the guide does not pick you up from the hotels. However, they are very easy to reach! And we are here to assist in case you have any inquiries :)

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      Gregory

      TravelerWritten April 2025

      One more question if I have a travelling companion, does that lower my price of the tour?

    • Tourist JourneyOperatorWritten April 2025

      Yes - if you come with someone is cheaper as you share the room!

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    Virginia

    Asked on February 6th, 2025

    which March and April dates are guaranteed departures? Is there a minimum number of passengers to reach before a tour can go ahead? If there is, what happens if i book 2 clients and the minimum was not meet?

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    • Tourist JourneyOperatorWritten February 2025

      The package starts every day in March and April. And especially in those months, there will be enough participants for sure!

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      Virginia

      TravelerWritten February 2025

      Do the tour participants need to find their way to the station when the move from one place to another?

    • Tourist JourneyOperatorWritten February 2025

      Yes, the tour participants will need to find their way to the station when moving from one place to another. However, we are happy to assist with directions or provide recommendations to make your travel as smooth as possible.

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      Virginia

      TravelerWritten February 2025

      How about from the station to the hotel?

    • Tourist JourneyOperatorWritten February 2025

      Yes, the same applies from the station to the hotel. We can provide directions and recommendations to make the journey easier.

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    Ali

    Asked on January 22nd, 2025

    Do I get to see the Sakura season on this trip? Also, for return, I wish to get on a flight from Tokyo so what's the best way to return to Tokyo and what time do I expect to reach Tokyo on the last day of the trip?

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    • Tourist JourneyOperatorWritten January 2025

      You will see the Sakura trees blossoming! It might be at the end of the blossoming season but you'll be there just in time. At what time would you need to be at the airport for your departure?

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    Lorraine

    Asked on January 20th, 2025

    I would like to get a brochure with the detailed description of what is included in the tour, intercity and in city transportation, how the transportation tickets and instructions on how to reach the destinations train stations hotels will be delivered to us, will we have the local phone number to reach somebody if we are in need of assistance while on tour, what other costs activity tickets are included in tour.

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    • Tourist JourneyOperatorWritten January 2025

      Regarding your inquiries: a) Yes, you will have a local number to call in case of any emergency. b) As this package is not a private experience, the tours do not include pick up or drop off from your hotel. They have centralized starting locations - you will reach those points directly. Please note that they are very easy to reach (example: Tokyo Station main entrance) and our Customer Service team will send you detail instructions for everything. c) Inclusions and exclusions: This package includes: All touring and accommodation Handpicked expert tour guide Bullet Train (Shinkansen): Tokyo-Kyoto Train: Kyoto-Osaka-Kyoto Entrance fees: Kinkaku-ji Temple Meals: 2-3 food tastings & Seafood lunch at the Tsukiji Fish Market. This package excludes: Anything not mentioned above Kyoto & Nara: Entrance fees - Todai Ji Temple Personal travel insurance Gratuities

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    Dennis

    Asked on January 3rd, 2025

    Looking at this tour for 4 adults and 3 children aged 14, 12 and 9 at time of travel. Can you advise if the 9 year old would be able to share a room with her parents and what the over cost would be for our two families.

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    • Tourist JourneyOperatorWritten January 2025

      Yes the 9 year old can share with her parents. Please, can you tell me which hotel category do you want to include? 3, 4 or 5 stars hotels?

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      Dennis

      TravelerWritten January 2025

      We are wanting the 3 star option.

    • Tourist JourneyOperatorWritten January 2025

      Ok! You need 1 triple room and 2 doubles, correct?

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    Sandy

    Asked on December 26th, 2024

    How do I book the tour accommodation for 3 people as room only takes 2? Are we going to be in same room if possible?

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    • Tourist JourneyOperatorWritten December 2024

      We can make a customize proposal with a triple room. Could you please let me know which category of hotel would you like to include? We have: (i) Standard (3 stars), (ii) Boutique (4 stars) and (iii) Superior (5 stars).

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