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Japan in a Week 35 to 45 (35 To 45)

8 days
From Tokyo to Osaka
4.7 (6,359 reviews)

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City & Culture
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
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 8 - 50
Ages 35-45
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Tokyo

    Tokyo
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Daiichi Ryogoku Hotel (or similar))
    Itinerary Image 1
  2. Day 2

    Tokyo

    Tokyo
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Daiichi Ryogoku Hotel (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Visit Asakusa Senso-ji Buddhist temple
    • Explore Meiji Jingu shrine
    • Locally guided tour of Harajuku fashion district
    • Browse Nakamise Street shopping district
    • Cross Shibuya pedestrian crossing
    Landmarks
    Asakusa Senso-ji
    Meiji Jingu
    Harajuku
    Nakamise Street
    Shibuya Crossing
  3. Day 3

    Tokyo

    Tokyo
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Daiichi Ryogoku Hotel (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • Visit a robot cafe in Akihabara
    • Visit a Maid Cafe in Akihabara
    Landmarks
    Akihabara
  4. Day 4

    Tokyo to Kyoto

    Tokyo to Kyoto
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Ibis Styles Kyoto Station (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Bullet train journey to Kyoto
    • Visit Kinkaku-ji
    • Visit Fushimi Inari Shrine
    • Sightseeing tour by private coach
    Landmarks
    Mount Fuji
    Kinkaku-ji
    Fushimi Inari Shrine
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  5. Day 5

    Kyoto

    Kyoto
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Ibis Styles Kyoto Station (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • Half-day trip to Nara to see Great Buddha
    • Visit shrines and temples in Nara
    Landmarks
    Great Buddha of Nara
    Nara
  6. Day 6

    Kyoto

    Kyoto
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Ibis Styles Kyoto Station (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Wear kimono and explore bamboo forest
    • Visit Yasaka Pagoda
    • Explore Gion district

    Optional Activities

    • Traditional tea ceremony with matcha tea
    Landmarks
    Bamboo Forest, Kyoto
    Yasaka Pagoda
    Gion District
  7. Day 7

    Kyoto to Osaka

    Kyoto to Osaka
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Ibis Budget Osaka Umeda (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • Optional walking tour of Osaka's most iconic sights
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  8. Day 8

    Osaka

    Osaka
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Universal Studios
    • Explore Osaka's food scene
    • Explore Osaka's culture
    Landmarks
    Universal Studios Japan

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Where You'll Stay

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Operated by

Contiki

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Rating
4.7 (6,359 reviews)
Response time
6 hours
Response rate
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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 November 9th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after November 9th, 2026, a minimum payment of $200 is required to confirm your booking with Contiki. 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 65 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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Who is travelling?

AdultsAges 18 or above

2

ChildrenUnder 18

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2026

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