Would like to know which departure dates currently has the fewest travellers booked, as they prefer to avoid travelling in a large group

Unable to provide exact number of travelers booked for each departure date. All listed departure dates (June 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10, 2025) are currently scheduled to go ahead as planned.

Are we to check into Hotel The Celestine Tokyo Shiba tomorrow March 26 and the tour starts March 27 when we meet outside of Exit 1 of Tsukiji Station? Please confirm.

According to your booking, tomorrow, March 26, you are scheduled to check in to Hotel The Celestine Tokyo Shiba. Your first tour starts on March 27th from Tsukiji Station, Exit 1.

Can I book this tour with single accommodations? How does that affect the price?

You are welcome to see the price for a solo traveler when selecting the number of travellers. You will also be able to see the final price there. If you don't manage, please contact the TourRadar customer service.

We would like to stay at traditional Japanese hotel in kyoto.

We would be happy to arrange an overnight in a Ryokan for your family. On which date would you like to start the package? Including tourist, boutique or superior class hotels?

private bathrooms/rooms? Ability for geisha/maiko show? Sumo and/or samurai options?

Our packages only come with private rooms/bathrooms. You will see Geishas in the Gion evening tour in Kyoto after the bullet train. We can add both options, a Sumo Experience and a Samurai Experience. However, we might need to remove another two tours or add extra days to the itinerary.

Is travel between cities by private bus or do we have to get to the place on our own from hotel? Also will luggage be handled by tour company or ourselves?

For travel between cities, we use bullet trains (Shinkansen), and you will need to take your luggage with you. If you'd like, you can also arrange a special luggage forwarding service at your hotel to send your luggage directly to the next location.

Does standard, boutique and premium refer to 3, 4 and 5 star hotels respectively? What "class" of a room would be assigned as within a hotel itself there would be lesser and more expensive rooms?

Correct, it means 3, 4 and 5. It would be the standard double room.

looking all inclussive 15day tour of japan including air fare, all meals, stay, transportation, including tickets to events etc for four adults (couple)

we do not provide air fare or meals (just breakfast for meals and tastings in our food tours). We can assist with guided tours, transportation, entrance fees, hotels, pick up and drop off from the Airport.

What does it mean Transportation from centralized pick up locations & Bullet trains? What kind of transportation do you provide for this tour, buses, bullet trains? does any transportation to bullet trains is provided or you have to 'shlep' with luggage to train station? Could you also provide samples of hotels that group usually stay in?

It means that our group package has fixed points for the tour to start. So you will need to reach from your hotel to that point, after that, we will take care of the transportation of the tour. Yes, for the tours, busses. There are some walking tours that of course does not include any vehicle. We include bullet trains / trains from city to city. Yes, there are bullet trains included. Which category are you planning to include? we have 3. The basic is 3 stars hotels, boutique is 4 stars, and the last one is 5 stars.

How many people would be expected on the 14 day best of japan tour is the same tour guide with you trough out the tour

The amount of people depends on the season and each specific tour. We have small-group tours like our walking experiences or our food tours; and other tours (where the sightseeing is the most important) that we have the capacity of a bus - 40 people. Usually we can have 20-25 people, except for high season.

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14 Day Best of Japan Golden Route Tour Package

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

Day 1
Tokyo
Start point
Tokyo Prefecture, Japan (Tokyo, 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
- Shared airport transfer
Day 2
Tokyo
Meals
Lunch
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 of Tokyo
- Visit Imperial Palace Gardens
- View Nijubashi Bridge
- Visit Senso-ji Temple
- Visit Meiji Jingu Shrine
- Explore Harajuku district
- View Shibuya Crossing
Landmarks
Imperial Palace Gardens
Nijubashi Bridge
Senso-ji Temple
Nakamise-dori street
Meiji Jingu Shrine
Shibuya Crossing
Day 3
Mount Fuji & Lake Kawaguchi
Meals
Lunch
Accommodation
Hotel (the b shimbashi, Tokyo), Hotel (Mitsui Garden Hotel Shiodome Italia-gai Tokyo), Hotel (The Prince Sakura Tower Tokyo, Autograph Collection)
Included Activities
- Visit Oishi Park
- Scenic views of Lake Kawaguchi and Mount Fuji
- Visit Arakurayama
- View Chureito Pagoda
- Visit Arakura Fuji Sengen Shrine
- Explore Oshino Hakkai
- Visit Mount Fuji 5th Station
Landmarks
Oishi Park
Lake Kawaguchi
Mount Fuji
Arakurayama
Chureito Pagoda
Arakura Fuji Sengen Shrine
Oshino Hakkai
Mount Fuji 5th Station
Day 4
Tokyo
Accommodation
Hotel (the b shimbashi, Tokyo), Hotel (Mitsui Garden Hotel Shiodome Italia-gai Tokyo), Hotel (The Prince Sakura Tower Tokyo, Autograph Collection)
Optional Activities
- Visit museums
- Visit cafes
- Shopping
Day 5
Tokyo
Meals
Lunch (4-5 traditional food tastings 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
- Visit Tsukiji Hongwan-ji Temple
- Observe purification ritual
- Explore Tsukiji Outer Market
- Sample traditional foods from market vendors
- Visit Namiyoke Shrine
Landmarks
Tsukiji Hongwan-ji Temple
Tsukiji Outer Market
Namiyoke Shrine
Day 6
Nikko
Meals
Lunch
Accommodation
Hotel (the b shimbashi, Tokyo), Hotel (Mitsui Garden Hotel Shiodome Italia-gai Tokyo), Hotel (The Prince Sakura Tower Tokyo, Autograph Collection)
Included Activities
- Visit Kegon Falls
- View Lake Chuzenji
- Stop at Shinkyo Bridge
- Visit Toshogu Shrine
Optional Activities
- Entry to Kegon Falls (tickets available for purchase at the falls)
Landmarks
Kegon Falls
Lake Chuzenji
Shinkyo Bridge
Toshogu Shrine
Day 7
Tokyo to Kanazawa
Accommodation
Hotel (Hotel Forza Kanazawa), (the square hotel KANAZAWA), Hotel (Hyatt Centric Kanazawa)
Included Activities
- Bullet train journey Tokyo to Kanazawa
Optional Activities
- Visit Kenrokuen Garden
Landmarks
Kenrokuen Garden
Day 8
Shirakawago & Gokayama
Meals
Lunch
Accommodation
Hotel (Hotel Forza Kanazawa), (the square hotel KANAZAWA), Hotel (Hyatt Centric Kanazawa)
Included Activities
- Stroll through Inami
- Visit Zuisenji Temple
- Drive through Gokayama
- Explore Ainokura Village
- Visit Shirakawa-go UNESCO village
Landmarks
Inami
Zuisenji Temple
Gokayama
Ainokura Village
Shirakawa-go
Day 9
Kanazawa to Kyoto
Accommodation
Hotel (Comfort Inn Kyoto Shijokarasuma), Hotel (Daiwa Roynet Hotel Kyoto Ekimae PREMIER), Hotel (The Thousand Kyoto)
Included Activities
- Thunderbird express train Kanazawa to Kyoto
- Evening walking tour of Kyoto
- Wander Pontocho Alley
- View Statue of Izumo-no-Okuni
- Explore Gion geisha district
- Visit Yasaka Shrine
- Stroll Hanamikoji Street
Landmarks
Pontocho Alley
Statue of Izumo-no-Okuni
Gion
Yasaka Shrine
Hanamikoji Street
Day 10
Kyoto & Nara
Meals
Lunch
Accommodation
Hotel (Comfort Inn Kyoto Shijokarasuma), Hotel (Daiwa Roynet Hotel Kyoto Ekimae PREMIER), Hotel (The Thousand Kyoto)
Included Activities
- Visit Kinkaku-ji Temple (Golden Pavilion)
- Stroll Arashiyama Bamboo Forest
- Visit Fushimi Inari Shrine
- Walk through red torii gates
- Visit Todai-ji Temple
- View the Great Buddha
- Explore Nara Park
- Meet Sika deer in Nara Park
Landmarks
Kinkaku-ji Temple
Arashiyama Bamboo Forest
Fushimi Inari Shrine
Todai-ji Temple
Great Buddha
Nara Park
Day 11
Kyoto to Osaka
Meals
Lunch (Food tastings - array of dishes and complimentary drinks)
Accommodation
Hotel (JR WEST GROUP VIA INN Prime SHINSAIBASHI YOTSUBASHI), Hotel (HOTEL THE FLAG Shinsaibashi), Hotel (Hotel THE LEBEN OSAKA)
Included Activities
- Train journey to Osaka
- Food tour of Osaka
- Visit local eateries
- Learn about Osaka's food culture
Day 12
Osaka to Hiroshima & Miyajima
Accommodation
Hotel (JR WEST GROUP VIA INN Prime SHINSAIBASHI YOTSUBASHI), Hotel (HOTEL THE FLAG Shinsaibashi), Hotel (Hotel THE LEBEN OSAKA)
Included Activities
- Shinkansen bullet train journey to Hiroshima
- Ferry to Miyajima (Shrine Island)
- Visit Itsukushima Shrine
- Visit Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park
- View A-Bomb Dome
Landmarks
Itsukushima Shrine
Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park
A-Bomb Dome
Day 13
Osaka
Meals
Lunch
Accommodation
Hotel (JR WEST GROUP VIA INN Prime SHINSAIBASHI YOTSUBASHI), Hotel (HOTEL THE FLAG Shinsaibashi), Hotel (Hotel THE LEBEN OSAKA)
Included Activities
- Visit Osaka Castle
Optional Activities
- Explore Dotonbori
- View Glico Man
- Visit Hozenji Temple
Landmarks
Osaka Castle
Dotonbori
Glico Man
Hozenji Temple
Day 14
Departure
End point
Osaka, Japan (Osaka, 08:00)
Optional Activities
- Transfer to Kansai Airport (KIX)
- Transfer to Tokyo city center

Landmarks
Imperial Palace Gardens
Nijubashi Bridge
Senso-ji Temple
Nakamise-dori street
Meiji Jingu Shrine
Shibuya Crossing

Landmarks
Oishi Park
Lake Kawaguchi
Mount Fuji
Arakurayama
Chureito Pagoda
Arakura Fuji Sengen Shrine
Oshino Hakkai
Mount Fuji 5th Station

Landmarks
Tsukiji Hongwan-ji Temple
Tsukiji Outer Market
Namiyoke Shrine

Landmarks
Kegon Falls
Lake Chuzenji
Shinkyo Bridge
Toshogu Shrine

Landmarks
Kenrokuen Garden

Landmarks
Inami
Zuisenji Temple
Gokayama
Ainokura Village
Shirakawa-go

Landmarks
Pontocho Alley
Statue of Izumo-no-Okuni
Gion
Yasaka Shrine
Hanamikoji Street

Landmarks
Kinkaku-ji Temple
Arashiyama Bamboo Forest
Fushimi Inari Shrine
Todai-ji Temple
Great Buddha
Nara Park

Landmarks
Itsukushima Shrine
Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park
A-Bomb Dome

Landmarks
Osaka Castle
Dotonbori
Glico Man
Hozenji Temple

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Where You'll Stay

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The Prince Sakura Tower Tokyo, Autograph Collection
Hotel
Days 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
the b shimbashi, Tokyo
Hotel
Days 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
Mitsui Garden Hotel Shiodome Italia-gai Tokyo
Hotel
Days 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
Hotel Forza Kanazawa
Hotel
Days 7, 8
the square hotel KANAZAWA
Days 7, 8
Hyatt Centric Kanazawa
Hotel
Days 7, 8
Comfort Inn Kyoto Shijokarasuma
Hotel
Days 9, 10
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Kyoto Ekimae PREMIER
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Days 9, 10
The Thousand Kyoto
Hotel
Days 9, 10
JR WEST GROUP VIA INN Prime SHINSAIBASHI YOTSUBASHI
Hotel
Days 11, 12, 13
HOTEL THE FLAG Shinsaibashi
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Days 11, 12, 13
Hotel THE LEBEN OSAKA
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Days 11, 12, 13

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2.0
Guide
4.0
Accommodation
3.0
Food
5.0
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Marvin
May 6th, 2026
Beautiful country. Friendly people!
Traveled in March 2025
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Thank you so much for your kind review, Marvin!
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Betsy
April 11th, 2026
I really liked my schedule! However, I think it would have been easier, if you sent all the rail & bus passes at the...
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Traveled in March 2026
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Thank you Betsy, We’re really glad you enjoyed the overall structure of your trip. To support a smooth experience, we share step-by-step transport guidance in advance for each leg of the journey. It’s great to know everything came together into a smooth and well-paced experience.
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Jobelle
April 8th, 2025
Let me begin my feedback on the 14-Day Best of Japan Golden Route Tour Package by saying that, overall, the...
Let me begin my feedback on the 14-Day Best of Japan Golden Route Tour Package by saying that, overall, the experience was mixed. In hindsight, I believe I may have simply booked with the wrong local operator. While TourRadar is a reputable platform known for offering a wide range of tours, they partner with various local providers to carry out the actual itineraries and the quality of the experience can vary depending on which operator is assigned. Although the booking process through TourRadar was seamless, the delivery of the tour on the ground unfortunately fell short of my expectations. We stayed in four hotels during the tour. The hotel in Kyoto was excellent — spacious, clean, and even offered a public bath open until 2pm, which was a lovely bonus. However, the hotels in Tokyo, Kanazawa, and Osaka were all very small and quite basic. Considering the cost of the package, this felt a little underwhelming. The destinations themselves were beautiful, and I genuinely enjoyed the sightseeing. However, I found there were too many gaps in the daily itinerary. Since I didn’t want to spend extended periods sitting in the hotel, I ended up booking several additional activities on my own to make the most of the trip. These included: teamLab Planets, Tokyo Skytree, Sanrio Puroland ,Disneyland Tokyo,Kimono Experience and Tokyo Tower These extra activities cost less than what I estimate was paid as an agency fee, but they really helped fill in the empty parts of the itinerary and made the trip more fulfilling. Itinerary Concerns Although the tour was marketed as a 14-day experience, in reality, it felt more like a 9-day tour. Here’s a breakdown of the inactive days: Day 1: Hotel check-in only — no activities scheduled. Day 4: Entirely a free day — nothing organised. Day 7: No scheduled tour, even though the transfer from Tokyo to Kanazawa only takes about three hours. Day 9: No activity — just a hotel transfer. Day 14: Check-out day — no activities. So, in total, 5 out of 14 days had no planned or included activities. Considering the total cost of £5,200 for two people as it was a busy period, this felt quite excessive. After reviewing costs, I estimate that booking everything independently — including hotels, transport, and core tours — would have cost around £3,200, meaning roughly £2000 of the total went toward the agency’s booking fee. For the level of service and the number of “empty” days, that feels a bit steep. I also looked up similar itineraries on Viator, Klook, and GetYourGuide, and many were nearly identical — and often more affordable or at least similar in price without the gaps. They even have tour the next day for last minute itinerary My Advice I usually plan my own trips and have previously done 10 days in Korea, 12 days in Israel, and 14 days in New York — all DIY and tailored to how I like to travel. This time, I thought I’d try something different and book a full package where everything was arranged for me. While it was a nice idea in theory, I’ve realised that it’s just not for me, and I probably won’t book this kind of tour again. If you’re comfortable with planning and booking your own travel, I would suggest using this itinerary as a reference and arranging everything yourself. You’ll likely save a significant amount and have greater flexibility and control over your schedule. That said, if you prefer the convenience of having everything arranged for you and don’t mind paying a premium for that ease, this type of tour could still be suitable — just be aware of what you’re getting. Tour Guide Experience Most of our tour guides were great — friendly, knowledgeable, and well-organised. However, I had issues right from the first day of the tour when I struggled to get in touch with our guide due to the lack of a WhatsApp contact. Since WhatsApp is my main form of communication while travelling, this was quite inconvenient and caused some stress at the beginning. The most disappointing part of the trip was the Kyoto–Nara tour, led by a guide named Panda. She regularly left the bus without ensuring everyone had disembarked and would walk ahead at a fast pace, making it hard for the group to keep up. That day, she also changed the planned route and gave us only 30 minutes to explore Fushimi Inari Shrine, even though it took over five minutes just to walk from the bus parking area one way. As a result, we couldn’t make it back to the bus on time. One traveller in the group had mobility difficulties, yet no consideration was given to seat them near the front of the bus or offer additional support. This lack of awareness and empathy was disappointing and left a negative impression in contrast to the otherwise well-run parts of the tour.Show more
Traveled in March 2025
Reply from: Tourist Journey
Hi Jobelle! Thank you very much for taking the time to share such detailed feedback about your experience on the 14-Day Best of Japan Golden Route Tour Package. We truly appreciate your honest review — it helps us identify areas where we can improve. We’re very sorry to hear that parts of the tour did not meet your expectations and that the overall value and structure fell short in some aspects. We completely understand your concerns regarding the pacing of the itinerary. While some guests value having more personal downtime for rest or self-exploration, we recognize that others, like yourself, prefer a fuller schedule. For future travelers with similar preferences, we will absolutely look into offering a denser, more activity-rich option to help maximize every day. Regarding the guide experience, particularly on the Kyoto–Nara tour, we’re disappointed to hear about the issues with communication and attentiveness. This is not the level of service we aim to provide, and we’ll be following up directly with our operations team and guides — especially regarding pace, group awareness, and support for guests with mobility challenges. We also want to highlight that we strongly encourage the use of WhatsApp while traveling in Japan, as it is widely used by our local team and partners. That said, we understand how frustrating it must have been to not be able to contact your guide on day one, and we will ensure our guests are always provided with contact options that work best for them moving forward. Lastly, we hope that despite the drawbacks, you still enjoyed Japan’s incredible sights and culture. If you decide to return in the future, we would be happy to help tailor a program more in line with your preferred travel style — packed with experiences, more seamless communication, and enhanced support throughout. Thank you again for your thoughtful feedback.
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Jonathan
Asked on April 18th, 2025
Would like to know which departure dates currently has the fewest travellers booked, as they prefer to avoid travelling in a large group
Group size
- Tourist JourneyOperator•Written April 2025
  Unable to provide exact number of travelers booked for each departure date. All listed departure dates (June 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10, 2025) are currently scheduled to go ahead as planned.
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Chloe
Asked on March 25th, 2025
Are we to check into Hotel The Celestine Tokyo Shiba tomorrow March 26 and the tour starts March 27 when we meet outside of Exit 1 of Tsukiji Station? Please confirm.
Accommodation
Tour Details
- Tourist JourneyOperator•Written March 2025
  According to your booking, tomorrow, March 26, you are scheduled to check in to Hotel The Celestine Tokyo Shiba. Your first tour starts on March 27th from Tsukiji Station, Exit 1.
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Connie
Asked on March 3rd, 2025
Can I book this tour with single accommodations? How does that affect the price?
Price / Availability
Single supplement
- Tourist JourneyOperator•Written March 2025
  You are welcome to see the price for a solo traveler when selecting the number of travellers. You will also be able to see the final price there. If you don't manage, please contact the TourRadar customer service.
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Kathryn
Asked on March 3rd, 2025
We would like to stay at traditional Japanese hotel in kyoto.
Accommodation
Tour Details
- Tourist JourneyOperator•Written March 2025
  We would be happy to arrange an overnight in a Ryokan for your family. On which date would you like to start the package? Including tourist, boutique or superior class hotels?
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Juan
Asked on March 2nd, 2025
private bathrooms/rooms? Ability for geisha/maiko show? Sumo and/or samurai options?
Accommodation
Tour Details
- Tourist JourneyOperator•Written March 2025
  Our packages only come with private rooms/bathrooms. You will see Geishas in the Gion evening tour in Kyoto after the bullet train. We can add both options, a Sumo Experience and a Samurai Experience. However, we might need to remove another two tours or add extra days to the itinerary.
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Cheryl
Asked on November 25th, 2024
Is travel between cities by private bus or do we have to get to the place on our own from hotel? Also will luggage be handled by tour company or ourselves?
Transport
- Tourist JourneyOperator•Written November 2024
  For travel between cities, we use bullet trains (Shinkansen), and you will need to take your luggage with you. If you'd like, you can also arrange a special luggage forwarding service at your hotel to send your luggage directly to the next location.
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Christine
Asked on August 29th, 2024
Does standard, boutique and premium refer to 3, 4 and 5 star hotels respectively? What "class" of a room would be assigned as within a hotel itself there would be lesser and more expensive rooms?
Accommodation
- Tourist JourneyOperator•Written August 2024
  Correct, it means 3, 4 and 5. It would be the standard double room.
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  Christine
  Traveler•Written August 2024
  Would it be best if we book flights to arrive in tokyo on the very first day of the tour as you will be arranging hotel acommodation for that first night? When do you recommend arriving to the destination to begin the tour?
- Tourist JourneyOperator•Written August 2024
  Day 1 is reserved for Arrival. So you will only have an overnight in a hotel for said day, and you will start touring on the next one.
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  Christine
  Traveler•Written August 2024
  One of our travellers is an elder lady (84 yo). We have some concerns about the amount of walking she will have to do. Is this particular tour slower paced as we have concerns of her being left behind or becoming too tired? Are there any special requests for accessibility you can offer, for e.g. a wheelchair?
- Tourist JourneyOperator•Written August 2024
  We can check the pace of the tour to be slower and more relaxed. In some cases we can arrange to attend a group tour itinerary in form of a private tour, ensuring that she won't feel rushed or left behind. Narita and Haneda airports both offer wheelchair rentals. You can arrange this in advance through your airline or the airport's customer service.
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  Christine
  Traveler•Written August 2024
  Would this particular tour be suitable for her? Could you provide some more information about transport from hotel to and from the start of the guided tour aspects?
- Tourist JourneyOperator•Written August 2024
  We do not offer pick-ups and drop-offs to and from hotels. Our tours start from centralized locations, and clients typically use public transport to reach these starting points. If you require more convenient transportation directly from your hotel, a private tour might better meet your needs, though it would be a higher cost.
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  Christine
  Traveler•Written September 2024
  Can you clarify where the centralised locations for each day of this tour would be so I may plan accordingly to get my elderly traveller to each location? Can you also clarify whether the days with activities listed on days that aren't considered "free days" there will be a tour guide with us throughout? Will we be travelling as a group on the bullet trains to each major city? And will this particular tour be slow enough paced for my elderly traveller or do you recommend a different one?
- Tourist JourneyOperator•Written September 2024
  Typically locations are at the train central station of each city or close by. I highly recommend to use public transportation or taxis to get to the meeting points, if they are older. All of our tours include a tour guide. If it says "free day" it means there isn't an activity that day planned by us, therefore, it doesn't include a guide. You won't be traveling with the rest of the people in the bullet trains since everyone have different itineraries. Each day there will be different participants in the tours. I would recommend to avoid the "walking tours" since it's many hours of walking.
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Harry
Asked on August 17th, 2024
looking all inclussive 15day tour of japan including air fare, all meals, stay, transportation, including tickets to events etc for four adults (couple)
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- Tourist JourneyOperator•Written August 2024
  we do not provide air fare or meals (just breakfast for meals and tastings in our food tours). We can assist with guided tours, transportation, entrance fees, hotels, pick up and drop off from the Airport.
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Kim
Asked on August 13th, 2024
What does it mean Transportation from centralized pick up locations & Bullet trains? What kind of transportation do you provide for this tour, buses, bullet trains? does any transportation to bullet trains is provided or you have to 'shlep' with luggage to train station? Could you also provide samples of hotels that group usually stay in?
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- Tourist JourneyOperator•Written August 2024
  It means that our group package has fixed points for the tour to start. So you will need to reach from your hotel to that point, after that, we will take care of the transportation of the tour. Yes, for the tours, busses. There are some walking tours that of course does not include any vehicle. We include bullet trains / trains from city to city. Yes, there are bullet trains included. Which category are you planning to include? we have 3. The basic is 3 stars hotels, boutique is 4 stars, and the last one is 5 stars.
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Nathan
Asked on August 3rd, 2024
How many people would be expected on the 14 day best of japan tour is the same tour guide with you trough out the tour
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- Tourist JourneyOperator•Written August 2024
  The amount of people depends on the season and each specific tour. We have small-group tours like our walking experiences or our food tours; and other tours (where the sightseeing is the most important) that we have the capacity of a bus - 40 people. Usually we can have 20-25 people, except for high season.

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