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Japan's golden route (incl. flight)

11 days
From Osaka to Nikko
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In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Partially Guided
Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in German
Group Size 2 - 12
All Ages Welcome
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Flight to Osaka

  2. Day 2

    Osaka to Kyoto

    Accommodation
    Hotel

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Kyoto on arrival
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  3. Day 3

    Kyoto

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Golden Pavilion (Kinkakuji Temple)
    • Tour of Orinasukan weaving mill in Nishijin district with traditional textile production instruction
    • Explore Gosho Imperial Palace and gardens
    • Visit Nishiki market
    Landmarks
    Kinkakuji Temple (Golden Pavilion)
    Gosho Imperial Palace
    Nishiki Market
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  4. Day 4

    Kyoto

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Day trip to Nara and Wazuka: Visit Great Buddha Hall at Todaiji Temple
    • Day trip to Nara and Wazuka: Visit Kofukuji Temple Golden Hall with 5-storey pagoda
    • Day trip to Nara and Wazuka: Interact with sacred sika deer in Nara
    • Day trip to Nara and Wazuka: Tea plantation visit and tea tasting in Wazuka
    • Day trip to Nara and Wazuka: Visit Fushimi-Inari Shrine with red torii gates
    • Evening walk in Gion district
    Landmarks
    Todaiji Temple - Great Buddha Hall
    Kofukuji Temple
    Fushimi-Inari Shrine
    Gion District
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  5. Day 5

    Kyoto to Kanazawa

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    Hotel

    Included Activities

    • Visit Buddhist shrine in Omihachiman with views of Lake Biwa
    • Walk along Omihachiman old town canal with merchant houses
    • Visit town revitalization projects in Omihachiman

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Kanazawa highlights on early arrival
    Landmarks
    Lake Biwa
    Omihachiman Old Town
    Kanazawa Central Station
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  6. Day 6

    Kanazawa to Nagano

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    Included Activities

    • Leisurely stroll through Kenrokuen Garden
    • Wagashi workshop with local experts
    • Visit Nomura Samurai Villa
    • Explore Higashi-Chaya geisha district
    • Visit Omicho market
    • Travel on Shinkansen Super Express (Kanazawa to Nagano)
    • Visit Zenkoji pilgrimage temple
    Landmarks
    Kenrokuen Garden
    Nomura Samurai Villa
    Higashi-Chaya District
    Omicho Market
    Zenkoji Temple
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  7. Day 7

    Nagano to Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park

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    Hotel, Hotel

    Included Activities

    • Visit Matsumoto Castle
    • Visit Jigokudani Monkey Park with Japanese macaques
    • Stop at Lake Kawaguchi with Mount Fuji views
    Landmarks
    Matsumoto Castle
    Jigokudani Monkey Park
    Lake Kawaguchi
    Mount Fuji-san
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  8. Day 8

    Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park to Tokyo

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Fuji World Heritage Center
    • Visit Fuji-Hongu-Sengen Shrine (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
    • Photo stop at Shiraito waterfalls
    Landmarks
    Fuji World Heritage Center
    Fuji-Hongu-Sengen Shrine
    Shiraito Waterfalls
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  9. Day 9

    Tokyo

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    Optional Activities

    • Day trip to Nikko: Visit UNESCO World Heritage Sites and mausoleum of the first shogun
    • Day trip to Nikko: Visit Toshogu Shrine with gold-decorated buildings
    • Day trip to Nikko: Visit Rinnoji Temple
    • Evening Japanese dinner with geisha visit
    Landmarks
    Toshogu Shrine
    Rinnoji Temple
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  10. Day 10

    Tokyo

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    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Meiji Shrine
    • Explore Shibuya district and world's busiest intersection
    • Visit Sensoji Temple and Nakamisedori pilgrimage street in Asakusa
    Landmarks
    Meiji Shrine
    Shibuya Crossing
    Sensoji Temple
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  11. Day 11

    Arrival in Germany

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  • Eduard
    October 5th, 2025
    Everything super organized, excursions very good. Vacation was fantastic
  • Simon
    January 31st, 2025
    Superb tour and very good value. Note that there are large distances on many days to cover, but that’s simply...
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