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South Japan Express

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Start and end in Osaka
4.6
28 reviews
  • Castle on an island with autumn foliage reflected in the water.
  • Traditional Japanese architecture with a view of a city and mountains.
  • Two women in kimonos walking under cherry blossom trees.
  • Traditional Japanese temple structure covered in snow.
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  • The hotels were comfortable and exceeded our expectations, providing a relaxing stay after our daily adventures.

    South Japan Express reviewer 1
    Carmen, traveled in March
    5.0
  • Kobe cityscape with Kobe Port Tower and maritime museum.
  • Traditional Japanese water purification station with ladles.
  • Kobe city skyline at night with illuminated buildings and reflections.
  • View from a hilltop over a Japanese city, with traditional roofs and a sunset sky.
  • Osaka Castle surrounded by a garden and a reflecting pond.
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Europamundo
City & Culture
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Group Tour
Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 2 - 72
All Ages Welcome
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Osaka

    Osaka
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Candeo Osaka Namba), Hotel 4* (Holiday Inn Express Osaka City Centre - Midosuji), Hotel 4* (Moxy Osaka Honmachi)
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  2. Day 2

    Osaka - Himeji - Okayama

    Osaka - Himeji - Okayama
    Meals
    Lunch (Lunch at a local restaurant)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Gran Via Okayama), Hotel 4* (Daiwa Roynet Okayama), Hotel 4* (Ana Crowne Plaza Okayama)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Himeji Castle complex
    • Visit Korakuen Garden
    • Lunch at a local restaurant

    Optional Activities

    • Visit inside Okayama Castle
    Landmarks
    Himeji Castle
    Korakuen Garden
    Okayama Castle
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  3. Day 3

    Okayama - Kurashiki - Hiroshima - Itsukushima

    Okayama - Kurashiki - Hiroshima - Itsukushima
    Meals
    Lunch (Lunch at Itsukushima), Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Hilton Hiroshima), Hotel 4* (Ana Crowne Plaza Hiroshima)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Peace Memorial Park
    • Visit Atomic Bomb Dome
    • Visit Peace Memorial Museum
    • Visit Itsukushima Shrine
    • Dinner at hotel

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Kurashiki historic center
    Landmarks
    Peace Memorial Park
    Atomic Bomb Dome
    Peace Memorial Museum
    Itsukushima Shrine
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  4. Day 4

    Hiroshima - Matsuyama

    Hiroshima - Matsuyama
    Meals
    Lunch (Lunch at a local restaurant)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Ana Crowne Plaza Matsuyama), Hotel 4* (Daiwa Roynet Matsuyama), Hotel 4* (Candeo Hotel Matsuyama)

    Included Activities

    • Ferry to Shikoku Island
    • Matsuyama Castle visit via cable car
    • Visit Ishiteji Buddhist temple
    • Lunch at a local restaurant
    • Visit Dogo Onsen
    Landmarks
    Matsuyama Castle
    Ishiteji Temple
    Dogo Onsen
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  5. Day 5

    Matsuyama - Kotohira - Takamatsu - Naruto - Kobe

    Matsuyama - Kotohira - Takamatsu - Naruto - Kobe
    Meals
    Lunch (Lunch at a local restaurant)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Kobe Meriken Park Oriental Hotel), Hotel 4* (Candeo Kobe Torroad), Hotel 4* (Monterey Kobe)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Kotohira Shinto shrine
    • Visit Ritsurin Garden
    • Lunch at a local restaurant
    • Walk across Naruto Bridge with glass floor
    Landmarks
    Kotohira Shrine
    Ritsurin Garden
    Naruto Bridge
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  6. Day 6

    Kobe - Osaka

    Kobe - Osaka

    Included Activities

    • Visit Earthquake Memorial Museum

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Sake Museum (alternative on certain dates)
    • Trip up Kobe Tower (alternative on certain dates)
    Landmarks
    Earthquake Memorial Museum
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Where You'll Stay

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  • Holiday Inn Express Osaka City Centre - Midosuji

    Hotel 4*
    day 1

  • Moxy Osaka Honmachi

    Hotel 4*
    day 1

  • Candeo Osaka Namba

    Hotel 4*
    day 1

  • Gran Via Okayama

    Hotel 4*
    day 2

  • Daiwa Roynet Okayama

    Hotel 4*
    day 2

  • Ana Crowne Plaza Okayama

    Hotel 4*
    day 2

  • Ana Crowne Plaza Hiroshima

    Hotel 4*
    day 3

  • Hilton Hiroshima

    Hotel 4*
    day 3

  • Ana Crowne Plaza Matsuyama

    Hotel 4*
    day 4

  • Daiwa Roynet Matsuyama

    Hotel 4*
    day 4

  • Candeo Hotel Matsuyama

    Hotel 4*
    day 4

  • Candeo Kobe Torroad

    Hotel 4*
    day 5

  • Kobe Meriken Park Oriental Hotel

    Hotel 4*
    day 5

  • Monterey Kobe

    Hotel 4*
    day 5

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Europamundo

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Rating
4(5,204 reviews)
Response time
6 hours
Response rate
68%
Cancellation policy

Traveler Moments

  • Scenic view of Itsukushima Shrine with iconic torii gate in Hiroshima.
  • Himeji Castle with people on the grounds, sharply captured.
  • Colorful carp kites over a serene lake with trees in the background.

Traveler Reviews

4.6
Overall rating based on 28 Reviews
  • Itinerary
    4.6
  • Transport
    4.9
  • Guide
    4.7
  • Accommodation
    4.7
  • Food
    4.1
  • Tour Operator
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  • N
    December 10th, 2025
    Thank you to Francesc and Erika, they were excellent and knowledgeable guides who made the tour fun and educational....
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    Traveled in December 2025
    Reply from: Europamundo
    Thank you, Nik, for your kind words. We’re delighted to hear that Francesc and Erika made your tour both fun and educational with their knowledge and enthusiasm. We’ll be sure to share your compliments with them. It would be a pleasure to welcome you again on a future tour! Europamundo team
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  • C
    March 19th, 2025
    Amazing Experience with Europamundo in Osaka! Our trip with Europamundo in Osaka for South Japan on March 6 was...
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    Traveled in March 2025
    Reply from: Europamundo
    At Europamundo, we aim to create an outstanding experience for our guests from start to finish. Therefore, we are thrilled to read that our dedicated team of representatives ensured that your first-time guided holiday with us was as unforgettable as you have described. Thank you for taking the time to share such a positive review South Japan Express trip,, and we hope that you will join our highly skilled team again soon to travel to more unique destinations. Europamundo team :)❤
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  • South Japan Express reviewer 3
    March 1st, 2025
    Itinerary was well thought out with enough time at each location.Our
    Traveled in December 2024
    Reply from: Europamundo
    We are grateful for your feedback! We are eagerly anticipating your return. Europamundo team:D ❤
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  • I
    February 15th, 2025
    Everything was excellent. Thank you!
    Traveled in January 2025
    Reply from: Europamundo
    Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear everything was excellent. We hope to welcome you again on another unforgettable experience! Europamundo team
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  • G
    February 14th, 2025
    Rei, Alvaro and Santi were great. All very friendly and very knowledgeable. We had a great time with them on the tour.
    Traveled in February 2025
    Reply from: Europamundo
    Thanks for the great review South Japan Express, we are so happy you enjoyed your adventure with us and I will make sure Rei, Alvaro and Santi know! . Europamundo team :)❤
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  • I
    February 14th, 2025
    The tour was filled with very beautiful spots that i otherwise wouldn't had ever thought to visit. It was informative...
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    Traveled in February 2025
    Reply from: Europamundo
    We are delighted to hear about your positive experience with our team. We extend our gratitude to you for helping us improve through your comments, and we assure you that we will continue to strive for a seamless service on your future trips with us. Europamundo team :)❤
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  • South Japan Express reviewer 7
    January 5th, 2025
    You see a lot on this tour for a very cheap price. Funding your own transportation to all of these places would...
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    Traveled in December 2024
    Reply from: Europamundo
    Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We are surprised by your feedback, as our Japan tour is one of the best-rated, and our local guides are highly skilled. We understand that food restrictions in Japan can be very strict, and sometimes it can be challenging to find suitable options. We regret that you did not contact us during the tour to assist with finding appropriate dining options. We always aim to provide full assistance when informed of dietary needs and will certainly take your feedback into account to improve our services for future departures. We apologize that your experience did not meet your expectations and appreciate your feedback, which helps us continue to improve. Europamundo team
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  • South Japan Express reviewer 8
    October 24th, 2024
    Our guides Louis and Kiki were very kind, helpful and well informed. They did their best to make sure everyone...
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    Traveled in October 2024
    Reply from: Europamundo
    Hi, we're pleased to hear you had a good tour experience with Louis and Kiki as your tour leader. Thank you for your feedback, and we hope to welcome you on another adventure in the future. Europamundo team
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  • M
    October 9th, 2024
    Luis and David were both knowledgeable and fantastic tour guides. Enjoyed the places we visited, accommodations were...
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    Traveled in September 2024
    Reply from: Europamundo
    Hi, So great to hear! Thanks for the kind words about Luis and David. Europamundo team :)❤
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  • D
    September 29th, 2024
    We liked the cities that the tour included. The hotels were decent. Some nicer than others. The main drawback of...
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    Traveled in September 2024
    Reply from: Europamundo
    Greetings, We are pleased that you enjoyed the tour and found the content of the circuit to your interest and satisfaction. Regarding the assigned hotels, each one is carefully selected to meet quality standards and provide you with a comfortable stay. Thank you for appreciating our selection, and as always, we are attentive to any other feedback you may have so that we can continue improving our services. As for the language, sometimes, depending on the number of English- or Spanish-speaking passengers, the tour may be conducted in two languages, but we always ensure there is a guide for each group so that everyone feels well-assisted with the explanations. The information provided to both groups will always be the same, but we understand that perceptions may vary depending on the group size, level of passenger participation, etc. We assure you that our guides are always willing to delve deeper into any topic passengers inquire about. If any information was unclear, they will gladly address any questions you may have. Thank you for placing your trust in our services. Best regards. Europamundo team
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    Tara

    Asked on April 20th, 2025

    From US, what is the closest airport to the hotel - on Day one!

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    • EuropamundoOperator•Written April 2025

      The airport could be ITAMI (ITM) or KANSAI (KIX). Currently our regular departures are operating with a minimum of two passengers. We recommend finding out beforehand all requirements and restrictions for entering the countries you plan to visit.

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    Jeff

    Asked on February 24th, 2025

    I'm trying to find a tour package for my clients (5 of them). I wanted to give them this tour as an option: South Japan Express (11 destinations) -- my question is, do you also offer departure transfer? My clients are all seniors and they'll need departure transfer to the airport. Do you offer them? If so, please let me know and how much is the typical price for it?

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    • EuropamundoOperator•Written February 2025

      The departure transfer is not included in your booking and comes with an additional charge if you would like to add it. The price per person for the departure transfer is: 58.00 EUR to ITAMI or 78.00 to KANSAI. Would you like us to add this to your booking?

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