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Classic Japan (from Kyoto to Tokyo)

11 days

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From Kyoto to Tokyo

4.4 (14 reviews)

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Platinum Operator: Intrepid Travel
City & Culture: Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Group Tour: Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Self-guided: Independent exploration, backed by expert advice and support
Medium Intensity: Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Max Group Size 12
Ages 15+

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Itinerary

Intro
Introduction
Day 1
Kyoto
Kyoto
Optional Activities
- Explore Kyoto's streets
- Dine at traditional Japanese restaurants
Day 2
Kyoto
Kyoto
Included Activities
- Visit Nijo Castle with nightingale floors of Ninomaru Palace
- Visit Ryoan-ji Zen Garden
- Visit Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion)
- Walk through Gion District
Optional Activities
- Tea ceremony at Gion teahouse
- Kaiseki dinner at ryotei (traditional multi-course restaurant)
Landmarks
Nijo Castle
Ryoan-ji
Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion)
Gion District
Day 3
Kyoto
Kyoto
Optional Activities
- Visit Fushimi Inari Shrine
- Walk Philosopher's Path
- Visit Ginkaku-ji (Temple of the Silver Pavilion)
- Visit Nanzen-ji Temple
- Visit Kiyomizu-dera (Temple of Pure Water)
- Attend Miyako Odori (Cherry Blossom Dance) performance in April
- Visit Higashi Honganji Temple
- Visit Sanjusangendo Temple
- Shop in Kawaramachi or Shijo Dori area
- Dine at local restaurants
Landmarks
Fushimi Inari Shrine
Philosopher's Path
Ginkaku-ji (Temple of the Silver Pavilion)
Nanzen-ji Temple
Kiyomizu-dera (Temple of Pure Water)
Higashi Honganji Temple
Sanjusangendo Temple
Day 4
Koya-san
Koya-san
Meals
Dinner (Shojin ryori (Buddhist vegetarian cooking made with fresh, simple ingredients))
Included Activities
- Visit Okunoin Cemetery
- Explore Koya-san temples
- Stay at Shukubo (temple lodging)
Landmarks
Okunoin Cemetery
Koya-san
Day 5
Koya-san to Hiroshima
Koya-san to Hiroshima
Meals
Dinner (Okonomiyaki (Japan's signature savoury pancake made of batter, cabbage, egg, customisable toppings like seafood, meat or vegetables and Hiroshima-style yakisoba noodles))
Included Activities
- Visit Himeji Castle
Landmarks
Himeji Castle
Day 6
Hiroshima
Hiroshima
Included Activities
- Visit Genbaku (A-Bomb) Dome
- Visit Peace Memorial Park and Museum
- Visit Miyajima Island
Optional Activities
- Visit Momiji Park (Maple Valley)
- Take cable car up Mt Misen
- Explore local cuisine for dinner
Landmarks
Genbaku (A-Bomb) Dome
Peace Memorial Park
Itsukushima Shrine
Momiji Park
Mt Misen
Day 7
Hiroshima to Tsumago
Hiroshima to Tsumago
Meals
Dinner (Traditional dinner cooked in the ryokan)
Included Activities
- Walk Nakasendo Highway from Magome to Tsumago
Optional Activities
- Explore Tsumago village
Landmarks
Nakasendo Highway
Day 8
Tsumago to Matsumoto
Tsumago to Matsumoto
Optional Activities
- Visit Matsumoto Castle
- Browse Nakamachi merchant district
- Try local soba noodles and wasabi-based treats
Landmarks
Matsumoto Castle
Nakamachi
Day 9
Matsumoto to Tokyo
Matsumoto to Tokyo
Optional Activities
- Visit Imperial Palace grounds and moat
- Explore museums, shopping, parks and gardens
- Dine at local restaurants
Landmarks
Imperial Palace
Day 10
Tokyo
Tokyo
Included Activities
- Visit Senso-ji Temple
- Sumida River Cruise
- Visit Hama Rikyu Garden
Optional Activities
- Browse Nakamise shopping street
- Watch Kabuki performance
- Visit Ginza shopping district
- Visit depachika (department store basement food hall)
Landmarks
Senso-ji Temple
Nakamise shopping street
Sumida River
Skytree Tower
Asahi Beer Hall
Sumo Stadium
Tsukiji Fish Market
Hama Rikyu Garden
Ginza
Day 11
Tokyo
Tokyo
Optional Activities
- Self-guided exploration of Tokyo

Landmarks
Nijo Castle
Ryoan-ji
Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion)
Gion District

Landmarks
Fushimi Inari Shrine
Philosopher's Path
Ginkaku-ji (Temple of the Silver Pavilion)
Nanzen-ji Temple
Kiyomizu-dera (Temple of Pure Water)
Higashi Honganji Temple
Sanjusangendo Temple

Landmarks
Okunoin Cemetery
Koya-san

Landmarks
Himeji Castle

Landmarks
Genbaku (A-Bomb) Dome
Peace Memorial Park
Itsukushima Shrine
Momiji Park
Mt Misen

Landmarks
Nakasendo Highway

Landmarks
Matsumoto Castle
Nakamachi

Landmarks
Imperial Palace

Landmarks
Senso-ji Temple
Nakamise shopping street
Sumida River
Skytree Tower
Asahi Beer Hall
Sumo Stadium
Tsukiji Fish Market
Hama Rikyu Garden
Ginza

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Traveler Reviews

4.4

Overall rating based on 14 Reviews

Itinerary
4.5
Transport
4.6
Guide
4.6
Accommodation
4.1
Food
4.2
Tour Operator
4.5

Anthony3.0•October 2024
Lots of train travel,hours at a time.
Traveled in October 2024
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Thank you for taking the time to share your review. We're sorry to hear that your overall experience was rated just 3 stars. Your feedback is incredibly valuable to us, and we’re always striving to improve. We’d love to learn more about your time in Japan and understand what could have made your experience a 5-star one. Please reach out to our customer care team at customercare@intrepidtravel.com and one of the team will assist you.
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Daniel5.0•November 2019
The tour was really fun! Very well planned - the itinerary was interesting and balanced. I also liked the fact public...
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Mark4.0•September 2019
We were very happy with all aspects of this tour. Kaz was an excellent guide, who was calm and professional at all...
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Catherine4.5•September 2019
Based on this trip, we found the tour to be well organised, appropriately paced, varied, and enjoyable. It was made...
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Sybil4.8•September 2019
Our excellent guide, Manabu Higa whose insights into Japanese culture were invaluable and whose sense of fun...
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Rebecca4.8•September 2019
Love the small group and the opportunity to mix ""tour time"" and free time.
Traveled in March 2019
Kathleen5.0•September 2019
Extremely well organized trip.Got to see a lot of places both as a group and on our own.The small group feel was...
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Traveled in March 2019
James4.5•September 2019
Overall, this was a great experience.As is true for any group travel, the leader or guide is very important and our...
Overall, this was a great experience.As is true for any group travel, the leader or guide is very important and our guide Manabu Higa was outstanding.As someone who had been in the Buddist priesthood for a time, his insight into the nuances of Shintoism and Buddism were extensive.His English is impeccable and he was keen to understand the habits and customs of his tourmates from outside Japan.We had 4 from Australia (one couple now living in Samoa), 1 from Toronto, Canada, and 4 from the US (my wife Cathy and I from Oregon and two young women from Minnesota) so the group size was fantastic and at one point we had 2 more ""guides in training"" so there were 9 of us and 3 guides!The itinerary was excellent.I thoroughly enjoyed traveling by train and also appreciated the amount of free time.Only in Tokyo did I feel that a little more structured time would have been helpful.I am glad we started in Kyoto and ended in Tokyo as I thought Tokyo was almost overwhelming (we are from southern Oregon and live in a town of 8,).We have been with other tour operators and on a number of cruises and this was one of my most enjoyable experiences as well as good value.I am glad we opted for the comfort level trip rather than the original as I don't think my back would have tolerated more than our 2 nights on Tatami mats and futons on the floor.Show more
Traveled in March 2019
Cathy4.5•September 2019
The size of the group was very manageable. The variety of experiences was great. Every minute was not scheduled....
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Anastasia4.5•September 2019
The knowledge of the local tour guide made it such and authentic experience- from traditional to contemporary Japan.
Traveled in March 2019

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Classic Japan (from Kyoto to Tokyo)

Itinerary

Introduction

Kyoto

Optional Activities

Kyoto

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Kyoto

Optional Activities

Koya-san

Included Activities

Koya-san to Hiroshima

Included Activities

Hiroshima

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Hiroshima to Tsumago

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Tsumago to Matsumoto

Optional Activities

Matsumoto to Tokyo

Optional Activities

Tokyo

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Tokyo

Optional Activities

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