
Japan Express: Osaka to Tokyo
- Tour Operator:
- G Adventures
- Max group size:
- 15
- Age range:
- 12 to 90
- Operated in:
- English
- Tour id:
- 5526
- Hygiene Measures:
- Included
Places You’ll See

Highlights
- Spend a night in an incredible mountain monastery
- Visit the sacred island of Miyajima and see the torii gate
- Take a walk in the geisha district of Gion
- Soak in the natural hot springs in Hakone
- Savour local Japanese food and travel by bullet train
Itinerary
- Introduction
- Day 1 Osaka
- Day 2 Osaka/Kōyasan (1B, 1D)
- Day 3 Kōyasan/Hiroshima (1B)
- Day 4 Hiroshima
- Day 5 Hiroshima/Kyoto
- Day 6 Kyoto
- Day 7 Kyoto/Hakone (1D)
- Day 8 Hakone/Tokyo (1B)
- Day 9 Tokyo
What's Included
- Accommodation
- Guide
- COVID-19 Health & Safety Measures
- Meals
- Additional Services
- Transport
- Insurance
- Additional Services
Where You'll Stay
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Operated by G Adventures
G Adventures gives you the opportunity to explore interesting and unusual places at a great price. The G Adventures reviews show high ratings from satisfied customers for all aspects of the trip, so you can be assured that you will be in good hands. If you have any questions at any time during your trip, 24 hour support is offered, so there will always be someone to answer your queries. There are various styles of trip on offer to cater for different tastes, along with a wide range of destinations and departure dates. If you look at the G Adventures reviews you will see that you can travel far and wide, with enthusiastic and helpful guides to assist you during your trip.
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Customer Reviews
- Overall RatingExcellent
- ItineraryExcellent
- GuideExcellent
- TransportExcellent
- AccommodationExcellent
- FoodExcellent
- KWKyle· 12th August 2023The "Japan Express: Osaka to Tokyo" operated by G Adventures was awesome. My family and I had a fantastic time. Our CEO was very knowledgeable and amazing. I'll be looking at other G Adventure tours in the future. Highly recommended!!!
G Adventures commented on this reviewHi Kyle, Thanks so much! Our world deserves more you!Trip date: July 2023
Jenna· 9th July 2023This tour was a great introduction to Japan, mixing cities with smaller countryside areas, as well as a mix of scheduled and free time.
G Adventures commented on this reviewHi Jenna, Great feedback! Thanks so much.Trip date: June 2023- DPDawn· 6th July 2023Life changing and fun.
G Adventures commented on this reviewHi Dawn! Thanks for the positive feedback. Our world deserves more you!Trip date: June 2023 - TGTina· 2nd July 2023Our guide was excellent, very organized. We were able to experience a wide variety of experiences and foods, way more than advertised and our group really enjoyed each others company.
G Adventures commented on this reviewHi Tina, Thanks so much for the kind words! Our CEOs are some of the best people in the world - I'm glad you got to experience that in Japan :)Trip date: June 2023
JAYVIND· 17th May 2023The tour was exceptional. Kyoko was a fantastic tour guide, giving us the perfect blend of guided and free time. Was the best trip I have ever been on.
G Adventures commented on this reviewHi Jayvind, Thanks for the lovely review. Our world deserves more you!Trip date: April 2023- KMKate· 26th April 2023This was an incredible tour of Japan led by our extraordinary CEO, Mayumi. She went out of the way to make it feel extra special by providing lots of information and recommendations at each stop! She didn’t miss a beat. A lot is packed into this tour,... Show more
G Adventures commented on this reviewHi Kate, Love this! We can't wait to have you back.Trip date: April 2023 - MLMichael· 25th April 2023A delightful tour of Japan, covering most of the different facets of Japanese life and culture.
G Adventures commented on this reviewHi Michael, Thanks for the kind words. Our world deserves more you!Trip date: April 2023 - MBMontserrat· 4th April 2023The tour was incredible! It was such an amazing balance between visiting cities and nature. As it’s an express tour, bear in mind you will need to walk a lot and use different types of transportation. At times this can be a hassle for some, but I really... Show more
G Adventures commented on this reviewHi Montserrat, Thanks so much! Our world deserves more you.Trip date: March 2023
Daniel· 19th March 2023CEO was very kind and knowledgeable and was able to answer almost every question thrown at her. She did a great job keeping the group on task and the tour was a good mix of free time and guided tour to the important areas. A great express tour that will... Show more
G Adventures commented on this reviewHi Daniel, Thanks a lot! Our world deserves more you.Trip date: March 2023
Mariapia· 27th February 2023Amigo Shintaro was the best! The trip was amazing and I was very satisfied with all the activities, accommodations, etc. totally recommended
G Adventures commented on this reviewHi Mariapia, Thanks so much! Can't wait to have you back.Trip date: January 2023
Dates & Availability
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- Friday25 Aug, 2023Saturday2 Sep, 2023English€2,939
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- Wednesday20 Sep, 2023Thursday28 Sep, 2023EnglishSee Similar Tours For These Dates€3,219
- Friday22 Sep, 2023Saturday30 Sep, 2023EnglishSee Similar Tours For These Dates€3,219
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How many meals are included?
3 breakfasts and 2 dinners are included on this tour.
- When and where does the tour end?
This tour ends after breakfast at Candeo Hotel Ueno Koen or similar in Toyko and you are free to depart at any time. It's time to say farewell to Japan and your new friends, at the end of an amazing tour! Please be aware that the hotel is subject to change until your final documents are released.
- What are the optional excursions?
The optional excursions for this tour are:
Mt. Misen Visit. Price: Free - 1800 JPY per person
Philosopher's Walk. Price: Free
Zen Gardens of Ryōan-ji. Price: 500 JPY per person
Ueno Park Visit. Price: Free - 500 JPY per person
Akihabara Visit. Price: Free
Harajuku Visit. Price: Free
Ginza Shopping. Price: Free
Imperial Palace East Gardens Walk. Price: Free
Please note that this list is a guideline only and all prices are subject to change. - What is the age range?
This tour has an age range of 12-70 years old, this means children under the age of 12 will not be eligible to participate in this tour. However, if you are over 70 years please contact us as you may be eligible to join the tour if you fill out G Adventures self-assessment form.
- I'm a solo traveller, is there a single supplement?
Unfortunately, a single supplement is not available on this tour, however, all accommodation is shared with 1 other same-sex traveller.
If this trip isn't quite what you were looking for, we still have plenty of fantastic tours. Get in contact with us and our customer support team will work on pairing you with the perfect adventure. - Is there a hotel list available?
The hotels used on this tour are described as comfortable tourist-class accommodations with character.
Included accommodation:
- Hotels (6 nights)
- Mountain monastery (1 night, shared facilities)
- Traditional inn (1 night, shared facilities).
Accommodation is not confirmed until 4-6 weeks before departure, however, this is a list of hotels that they typically stay at, but please be advised that they are subject to change:
Ibis Styles Osaka (or similar)
Monastery Eko-in (or similar)
Hotel New Hiroden (or similar)
The b Kyoto Sanjo (or similar)
Hakone Pax Yoshino (or similar)
Candeo Hotel Ueno Koen (or similar)
Hopefully, this list will give you a better idea of what kind of accommodation you can expect while on tour. - Do you arrange airport transfers?
Airport transfers are not included in the price of this tour, however, they may be able to be added for an additional cost. Please contact our customer support team for more information.
- Is transportation included in the tour price?
Flights are not included however all other transportation is included in the price of the tour, including between cities and to and from included activities; a mix of public and private transport.
- Can you suggest how much spending money per day I should bring?
Every traveller is different and therefore spending money requirements will vary. Some travellers may drink more than others while other travellers like to purchase more souvenirs than most. Please consider your own spending habits when it comes to allowing for drinks, food, shopping and tipping.
- Do I need a visa?
As a tour booking website, TourRadar cannot organise visas for you on your behalf as the visa requirements are regularly being updated and vary for the nationality of one traveller to the next. It is for this reason that we recommend checking with your local embassy or consulate website for the latest up to date information.
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