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Splendours of Japan (Hiroshima)

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Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English
Group Size 20 - 32
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Tokyo

    Accommodation
    Hotel (New Otani Garden Tower)
    Itinerary Image 1
  2. Day 2

    Tokyo

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (New Otani Garden Tower)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Sensoji Buddhist Temple in Asakusa
    • Stroll Nakamise Street in Shitamachi
    • Ascend Tokyo Skytree for panoramic views
    • Explore Ginza shopping district
    Landmarks
    Sensoji Temple
    Tokyo Skytree
    Nakamise Street
    Ginza
  3. Day 3

    Tokyo - Fuji Five Lakes District

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Enjoy the fruits of your sushi-making labor)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Fuji Marriott Yamanakako)

    Included Activities

    • View Imperial Palace Plaza and two palace bridges
    • Walk through East Gardens
    • Browse Tokyo National Museum
    • Learn sushi preparation from a sushi chef
    • Visit Oshino Hakkai with eight spring-fed ponds
    Landmarks
    Imperial Palace Plaza
    East Gardens
    Tokyo National Museum
    Oshino Hakkai
    Mount Fuji
  4. Day 4

    Mt. Fuji - Takayama

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Associa Takayama Resort)

    Included Activities

    • Journey to Mt. Fuji 5th Station at 2,300 m elevation
    • View Lake Kawaguchiko and surrounding peaks
    • Travel through Japanese Alps to Takayama
    Landmarks
    Mt. Fuji 5th Station
    Lake Kawaguchiko
  5. Day 5

    Takayama - Gokayama - Kanazawa

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Japanese Hida-gyu beef)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Kanazawa Tokyu)

    Included Activities

    • Walk through Edo-style streets of Takayama's Old Town
    • Visit UNESCO-listed Gokayama mountain village
    • See Gassho-zukuri wooden houses
    • Meet with local family in Gassho-zukuri house
    • Observe local artisans making washi paper
    • Make your own washi paper
    Landmarks
    Takayama Old Town
    Gokayama
    Itinerary Image 1
  6. Day 6

    Kanazawa

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Kanazawa Tokyu)

    Included Activities

    • Learn gold leaf painting secrets from Local Specialist
    • Stroll through Kenroku-en gardens
    • Visit Omicho market for local fish and coastal life
    • Explore Nagamachi District samurai houses
    • Visit Nomura samurai mansion
    Landmarks
    Kenroku-en
    Omicho Market
    Nagamachi District
    Nomura House
  7. Day 7

    Kanazawa - Kyoto

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Rihga Royal Hotel Kyoto)

    Included Activities

    • Walking tour through Gion district
    • Visit Kinkakuji Temple (Golden Pavilion)
    Landmarks
    Gion District
    Kinkakuji Temple
  8. Day 8

    Kyoto

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Kaiseki lunch at traditional Japanese restaurant with Nakamura Family), Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Rihga Royal Hotel Kyoto)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Fushimi Inari Shrine with torii gates
    • Visit Sanjusangen-do Hall with 1,001 statues
    • Be My Guest experience at traditional restaurant
    Landmarks
    Fushimi Inari Shrine
    Sanjusangen-do Hall
  9. Day 9

    Kyoto - Awaji Island - Kotohira

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Kotohira Grand Sakuranosho Ryokan)

    Included Activities

    • Cross suspension bridge over Seto Inland Sea to Awaji Island
    • Walk around Yumebutai complex
    • Visit 100 Stepped Garden at Yumebutai
    • Visit Water Temple on Awaji Island
    • Visit Kotohira-gu Shrine
    • Soak in onsen hot spring bath at ryokan
    Landmarks
    Seto Inland Sea
    Awaji Island
    Yumebutai
    Water Temple
    Kotohira-gu Shrine
  10. Day 10

    Kotohira - Hiroshima

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Local restaurant lunch on Ōshima Island)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Rihga Royal)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Zentsuji Temple

    Optional Activities

    • Learn about 88-temple Shikoku Pilgrimage
    Landmarks
    Zentsuji Temple
    Ōshima Island
  11. Day 11

    Hiroshima - Miyajima Island

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki, a savory pancake made with egg, cabbage, soba noodles, and meat, seafood or cheese)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Rihga Royal)

    Included Activities

    • Travel by ferry to Miyajima Island
    • See Itsukushima Shrine with iconic torii gate
    • Visit Peace Memorial Park
    • Visit Peace Memorial Museum
    • Sample Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Miyajima Island's spiritual sanctuaries
    Landmarks
    Miyajima Island
    Itsukushima Shrine
    Peace Memorial Park
    Peace Memorial Museum
    Itinerary Image 1
  12. Day 12

    Hiroshima - Osaka

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Sheraton Miyako)

    Included Activities

    • Explore Dotonbori Street area and Hōzenji Yokocho alley
    • Visit Osaka Castle

    Optional Activities

    • Try takoyaki (octopus snack) at street stalls in Dotonbori
    Landmarks
    Dotonbori
    Osaka Castle
  13. Day 13

    Osaka

    Meals
    Breakfast

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4.1
Overall rating based on 14 Reviews
  • Itinerary
    4.0
  • Transport
    4.3
  • Guide
    4.5
  • Accommodation
    4.5
  • Food
    4.2
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  • T
    April 26th, 2026
    What a fantastic trip. It was a well organised and supervised trip. Great range of places and great motels. We really...
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    Traveled in April 2026
  • Splendours of Japan (Hiroshima) reviewer 2
    October 10th, 2025
    It was perfect. The guide MIKE wad tremendous. The only thing better was the people! Mike was extremely talented and...
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    Traveled in October 2025
    Reply from: Trafalgar
    Thank you for your kind words and taking this adventure with us.
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  • Splendours of Japan (Hiroshima) reviewer 3
    October 5th, 2024
    Avoid Trafalgar’s Splendors of Japan with Hiroshima Tour & Terrible Experience with Trafalgar's Guest Services I...
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    Traveled in September 2024
    Reply from: Trafalgar
    Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We appreciate your input and apologise for any inconvenience you may have experienced. Our team has initiated a case to review your booking, and our Guest Relations Department will contact you in due course to discuss your concerns further. Thank you again for your feedback.
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  • K
    March 24th, 2024
    A pretty comprehensive tour
    Traveled in March 2024
    Reply from: Trafalgar
    Thank you for choosing Trafalgar for your travel adventure; we appreciate your positive review and being our guest.
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  • V
    November 18th, 2023
    The itinerary provided a very wide and varied taste of Japanese culture. The tour guide was personable and excellent.
    Traveled in October 2023
    Reply from: Trafalgar
    Thank you for taking the time to share your review with us. We appreciate hearing from our clients and learning about their experiences. We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the exciting itinerary we had planned for you and that you found our Travel Director knowledgeable and professional. Our Travel Directors are valuable assets to our company, and we are proud to have them on our team. It was our pleasure to host you on tour, and we would love to welcome you back for your next travel adventure.
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  • Splendours of Japan (Hiroshima) reviewer 6
    August 29th, 2023
    Nicely organized tour. Perfect hotels. Great food everywhere. Very comfortable busses. Extremely well organized,...
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    Traveled in August 2023
    Reply from: Trafalgar
    Thank you for sharing your review and photos with us. We're grateful for your positive feedback. We are delighted to learn that your Travel Director made you feel at home while sharing their expertise, insider tips, local secrets, and top recommendations of what Japan offers and providing you with professional service throughout the trip. That said, we hope you had an incredible adventure and returned home with many happy memories.
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  • D
    April 19th, 2023
    Tour itself was quite good but Trafalgar's communication is extremely slow and definitely sub standard. Also lied...
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    Traveled in April 2023
    Reply from: Trafalgar
    Thank you for sharing your feedback with us during your time in Japan. Our Splendours of Japan starts from Tokyo and ends in Osaka; however, at times, for the safety of our valuable guests, there are occasions of last-minute changes to an itinerary due to unforeseen circumstances. Nevertheless, the travellers should be informed regarding these last minutes changes. With that in mind, hopefully, we will have the chance to restore your impression of our experiences in the future.
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  • Splendours of Japan (Hiroshima) reviewer 8
    April 16th, 2018
    Awesome itinerary and tour.
    Traveled in March 2018
  • A
    April 16th, 2018
    Great tour, well paced for elderly people. Hotel locations were excellent.
    Traveled in April 2018
  • E
    November 18th, 2017
    This tour was an excellent introduction to the special features of Japan: its history, culture, contemporary...
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    Traveled in November 2017

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    Max

    Asked on February 19th, 2026

    What are the luggage requirements for this tour?

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    • TrafalgarOperatorWritten February 2026

      The Luggage is restricted to one suitcase per person, with maximum dimensions of 58 linear inches (147cm), the total of length, width, and height - and a weight not exceeding 44lbs (20kg). Carry-on/hand luggage is restricted to one piece per person, such as a purse, backpack, or similarly sized item that fits comfortably under the seat in front of them or the overhead compartment weighing no more than 15lbs (7kg) and must be taken on and off the coach by the guest.

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    Mees

    Asked on February 8th, 2025

    What are the recommended airports for this tour?

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    • TrafalgarOperatorWritten February 2025

      Travelers can fly into either Narita or Haneda airports in Tokyo for easy access to the tour start location.

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    Nikki

    Asked on January 31st, 2025

    What is the cancellation policy for this tour?

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    • TrafalgarOperatorWritten February 2025

      If the tour is canceled because there aren’t enough participants, a full refund will be issued to travelers who have paid in full.

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    Dan

    Asked on December 20th, 2024

    Can specific requests for food be accommodated?

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    • TrafalgarOperatorWritten December 2024

      Yes, dietary requests can be accommodated; please inform us in advance.

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    Matt

    Asked on September 10th, 2024

    Can you please advise the physical activity/fitness rating for this tour?

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    • TrafalgarOperatorWritten September 2024

      The Splendours of Japan adventure is a wonderful tour and has a very low physical requirement. It is also a small group tour, making it a very popular option.

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    Bernard

    Asked on July 16th, 2024

    How can I check if my booking is confirmed?

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    • TrafalgarOperatorWritten July 2024

      You can expect a confirmation email detailing your booking status within 3-4 business days after making your reservation.

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    Silke

    Asked on June 10th, 2024

    What happens if the tour does not reach the required number of participants?

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    • TrafalgarOperatorWritten June 2024

      If the required number of participants is not reached, the tour may be canceled, and travelers will receive a full refund if paid in full.

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    Miriam

    Asked on June 1st, 2024

    Are airport transfers provided for guests staying at different hotels?

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    • TrafalgarOperatorWritten June 2024

      Transfers are not available for guests staying at hotels other than the designated tour hotels.

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    Bettina

    Asked on April 9th, 2024

    What should I do if I want to change my booking?

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    • TrafalgarOperatorWritten April 2024

      You can request changes to your booking through the operator's messaging platform, and they will assist you with the process.

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    • TrafalgarOperatorWritten March 2024

      You can reach out to us via the Ask a Question button for any further inquiries.

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    • Japanese B encephalitis - Recommended for Japan. Ideally 1 month before travel.
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