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Tokyo to Takayama - 13 days

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In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
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An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English
Group Size 4 - 24
All Ages Welcome
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Tokyo

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  2. Day 2

    Tokyo

    Included Activities

    • Visit Sensoji Buddhist Temple in Asakusa
    • Guided tour of Tokyo National Museum

    Optional Activities

    • Explore souvenir and craft stalls in Asakusa district
    Landmarks
    Sensoji Temple
    Tokyo National Museum
    Ueno Park
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  3. Day 3

    Tokyo to Kamakura

    Included Activities

    • Visit the Big Buddha in Kamakura
    • Visit Hokokuji Zen Temple with bamboo garden
    • Tea at Hokokuji Temple
    • Walking tour of cobbled pedestrian alleys in Kamakura
    Landmarks
    Great Buddha of Kamakura
    Hokokuji Temple
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  4. Day 4

    Tokyo

    Included Activities

    • Visit Meiji Shrine
    • Visit Shibuya Crossing

    Optional Activities

    • Explore shops and cafes on Takeshita Street in Harajuku
    • Watch Sumo tournament in the evening (May and September only, bookings must be made in advance)
    Landmarks
    Meiji Shrine
    Shibuya Crossing
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  5. Day 5

    Tokyo to Lake Kawaguchi

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Dinner at Lake Kawaguchi ryokan)

    Included Activities

    • Mount Fuji Panoramic Ropeway ride and observatory visit
    • Springtime Fuji Shibazakura (Phlox Moss) Festival at Motosu Lake (15 April - 20 May only, subject to opening dates)
    Landmarks
    Mt Fuji
    Lake Kawaguchi
    Fuji Hakone Izu National Park
  6. Day 6

    Lake Kawaguchi to Kyoto

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Sanjusangen-do Temple
    • Walking tour of Gion Geisha District

    Optional Activities

    • Early morning hike along Lake Kawaguchi foreshores
    • Cultural performance at Gion Corner Theatre featuring Maiko (apprentice Geisha)
    Landmarks
    Sanjusangen-do Temple
    Gion District
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  7. Day 7

    Kyoto

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Tour Nijo Castle
    • Visit Kinkakuji (Golden Pavilion) temple

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Fushimi Inari Shrine with thousands of red torii gates (free, open 24 hours)
    • Kimono rental and wearing while exploring Kyoto
    • Japanese cooking lesson
    Landmarks
    Nijo Castle
    Kinkakuji (Golden Pavilion)
    Fushimi Inari Shrine
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  8. Day 8

    Kyoto to Himeji to Hiroshima

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Himeji Castle

    Optional Activities

    • Watch Hiroshima Carp baseball games at Mazda Stadium (May - October only)
    Landmarks
    Himeji Castle
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  9. Day 9

    Hiroshima to Miyajima Island

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Itsukushima-jinja Shrine and Torii Gate on Miyajima Island
    • Explore Shinto shrines, pagodas and pavilions on Miyajima Island
    • Cable car ride to the top of Mount Misen
    • Okonomiyaki dinner reservation in Hiroshima (local specialty)
    Landmarks
    Itsukushima-jinja Shrine
    Torii Gate at Itsukushima
    Mount Misen
    Miyajima Island
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  10. Day 10

    Hiroshima to Takayama

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Hiroshima Peace Park
    • Visit Peace Park Museum
    • Visit A-Bomb Dome
    • Visit Children's Peace Monument

    Optional Activities

    • Try local specialty Hida beef dinner (booking at local restaurant for additional cost)
    Landmarks
    Hiroshima Peace Park
    Peace Memorial Museum
    A-Bomb Dome
    Children's Peace Monument
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  11. Day 11

    Takayama

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Explore Takayama Old Quarter
    • Visit sake distillery in Takayama
    • Visit Shirakawa-gō UNESCO World Heritage village

    Optional Activities

    • Shop at markets for vegetables, pickles, crafts, ceramics and tools
    Landmarks
    Takayama Old Quarter
    Shirakawa-gō
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  12. Day 12

    Takayama to Tokyo

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Scenic Higashiyama walk (Eastern Mountain Walk) with temples and city views
    Landmarks
    Higashiyama Walk
  13. Day 13

    Tokyo

    Optional Activities

    • Post-tour accommodation in Tokyo (available upon enquiry)

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    4.6
  • Transport
    4.4
  • Guide
    4.5
  • Accommodation
    4.2
  • Food
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  • Tokyo to Takayama - 13 days reviewer 1
    July 12th, 2025
    Enjoyed the tour our guide was excellent
    Traveled in June 2025
    Reply from: On The Go Tours
    Thank you for your feedback! We’re glad you enjoyed the tour and that your guide made it an excellent experience. - On the Go Tours
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    September 29th, 2023
    First tour guide for the first 8 days was great, second tour guide tried hard and seemed lovely as a person, but she...
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    Traveled in September 2023
    Reply from: On The Go Tours
    We are sincerely sorry to note any disappointment in our offerings, and appreciate you taking the time to pass on feedback in this regard.
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  • P
    November 21st, 2018
    Good holiday with a great guide.
    Traveled in November 2018
    Reply from: On The Go Tours
    Many thanks for the feedback!
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  • R
    October 21st, 2018
    The Tour was excellent, surpassing my expectations. Our guide Yumi was so knowledgeable, attentive and caring that we...
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    Traveled in October 2018
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    Many thanks for the feedback!
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  • R
    May 12th, 2018
    We actually did a customized tour on our own with an itinerary closely resembling this tour. The Ryokan experiences...
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    Traveled in April 2018
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    Thank you so much for taking the time to post such wonderful feedback!
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    Richard

    Asked on January 31st, 2026

    Is hiking equipment, particularly hiking shoes, needed for the walk on Day 12?

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      Richard

      TravelerWritten January 2026

      From what point can one safely book the flight without having to worry that the trip will be cancelled or postponed?

    • On The Go ToursOperatorWritten February 2026

      For the walk on Day 12 (the Scenic Higashiyama walk), no specialist hiking equipment is needed. It's a gentle scenic walk on paths and trails, not a technical hike. We simply recommend comfortable walking shoes or trainers with good support. Hiking boots are optional but not required.

    • On The Go ToursOperatorWritten February 2026

      In terms of booking flights, once the tour is confirmed and running with minimum numbers (which we monitor closely), it's generally safe to book your flights.

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    Sean

    Asked on August 31st, 2024

    this BCP while Tony waits for any discounts or promotions available

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    • On The Go ToursOperatorWritten August 2024

      Regrettably we do not offer any senior or military discounts at this time

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    Jane

    Asked on July 28th, 2024

    Please provide specific names of the hotels you will be using, How will luggage be transferred each day, How strenuous is the walking segments (surfaces, inclines, steps, etc)

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    • On The Go ToursOperatorWritten July 2024

      The list of hotels that we use on this tour you will find on the attached trip notes. Most of the journey you will travel with your luggage. If you would like to travel light from Kyoto to Hiroshima and then to Takayama, you can forward your luggage to Takayama at your own expense. This luggage forwarding service is not included and will incur an additional charge. You will travel with all your luggage from Kyoto to Hiroshima via Himeji. Upon arrival at Himeji, luggage will be stored at the lockers at the train station. After touring Himeji we'll re-unite with our luggage and carry it with us aboard the bullet train to Hiroshima. This tour is not very strenuous or difficult with very moderate pace. The only available departure this year is 26th October, all other departures are fully booked.

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    Ellen

    Asked on August 26th, 2023

    I'm jut curious how breakfast is provided on the tour. This tour includes only 7 breakfasts but the tour is for 13 days. Many of the other Japan tours include breakfast each day.

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    • On The Go ToursOperatorWritten August 2023

      The hotel that we use in Tokyo does not provide an option for having breakfast included, your guide will be able to make suggestions for you for your breakfasts whilst in Tokyo - once the group leaves Tokyo, breakfasts will be included for you. A couple of additional things to note - I can see that you are travelling with 3 children - are you able to please advise information as to their ages? As our Japan tours involve up to 9km of walking per day, it is not generally recommended for children under 15 years.

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      Ellen

      TravelerWritten August 2023

      I have approx 10 Japan tours that I'm currently looking at. I will be selecting the tour based on price. It has to be for a family (many of the trips are for adults only ... ie 18+) ... we are looking for roughly 11 to 15 days ... how many meals are included (at a minimum it has to include all the breakfasts) .... and there are specific places we want to see. At the moment this 13 day tour is down out our list because it doesn't include breakfasts.

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    Jacob

    Asked on February 26th, 2023

    Are we able to have all 3 of us share a room? We don't want one of us having to share with a stranger.

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    • On The Go ToursOperatorWritten February 2023

      Unfortunately it isn't possible to offer triple rooms on our Japan tours, so we would be looking to book 1 x Twin/Double room, and 1 x Single room. We don't match up solo travellers on our tours, so there won't be any strangers sharing.

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    Ray

    Asked on July 18th, 2017

    What hotels do you use for the "Tokyo to Takayama" Tour?

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      Ray

      TravelerWritten July 2017

      The hotels listed below are ones which On The Go frequently use on this tour. Please note that On The Go reserve the right to substitute these hotels to ones of a similar standard when necessary.

      - Yaesu Terminal Hotel, Tokyo
      - Yamagishi Ryokan, Lake Kawaguchi
      - Dormy Inn Premium Kyoto, Kyoto
      - Vessel Hotel Campana Kyoto , Kyoto
      - Daiwa Roynet, Hiroshima
      - Best Western Takayama, Takayama

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    Heather

    Asked on August 1st, 2016

    Any details about the accommodation used on this tour?

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    • On The Go ToursOperatorWritten August 2016

      The standard of accommodation used is 3 star hotels with one stay in a Ryokan as well. At the Ryokan, each guestroom has traditional tatami mats with a futon to sleep on. It features an inside and outside bath utilising the area's natural hot springs. Breakfast and dinner are buffet meals with both Japanese and Western dishes to suit all tastes.

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    Wendy

    Asked on August 1st, 2016

    Is this a guaranteed tour?

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    • On The Go ToursOperatorWritten August 2016

      This tour has a guaranteed departure with no minimum numbers.

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    Hannah

    Asked on August 1st, 2016

    Do you have a list of accommodations being used on this tour?

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    • On The Go ToursOperatorWritten August 2016

      Usually this tour stays at: Yaesu Terminal Hotel, Tokyo Itoen Hotel, Hakone Daiwa Roynet Shijo Karasuma Hotel, Kyoto Daiwa Roynet, Hiroshima Best Western Takayama, Takayama

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    Rachel

    Asked on March 12th, 2016

    What is the maximum size of group. Advise names of hotels used and mode of transportation

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    • On The Go ToursOperatorWritten March 2016

      On the Go Tours typically see group sizes of about 18 travellers but will have a maximum of 28.
      All transportation - buses, trains and rail passes (including Suica Card, Hakone Free Pass and Japan Rail Pass)
      The Hotels can vary and will be released closer to the desired departure and once your booking is confirmed.

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