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Little Kyotowhere the town looks untouched by time. Join us as we explore Takayama during our Takayama & Villages | Hidden Trail Japan Tour. Enjoy the sakura, indulge yourself in Japanese culture, and visit the top attractions in Japan. Travel back in time on a Japan vacation perfect for anyone.
Itinerary |
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Day 1 Tokyo | Arrive in Japan & Check-in Hotel 03/29/2020
Featured Destinations & Experiences Tobu Hotel Levant Tokyo or similar
Tobu Hotel Levant Tokyo ( Western Style )
The Tobu Hotel Levant Tokyo is the perfect compliment during your stay in Tokyo. Located in Sumida, this hotel includes thoughtful touches to make your stay as comfortable as possible. During your stay, enjoy free Wi-Fi in your rooms, or venture off to popular close by spots to see the culture Japan has to offer. The Arcakit Kinshicho is conveniently located by the JR station nearby, perfect for shopping, lunch, snacks, daily goods, clothing, and more!
Narita Int'l Airport (NRT)
or
Haneda Int'l Airport (HND)
|
Arrival Transfer
|
Check in to the hotel
|
Purchase
Optional Travel Insurance
Welcome to Japan! We will have transportation services to take you to your hotel. Please refer to your tour handbook for more information.
|
Day 2 Tokyo | Walk the World Famous Scramble Crossing Breakfast Lunch 03/30/2020 Breakfast Lunch
Featured Destinations & Experiences Tobu Hotel Levant Tokyo or similar
Tobu Hotel Levant Tokyo ( Western Style )
The Tobu Hotel Levant Tokyo is the perfect compliment during your stay in Tokyo. Located in Sumida, this hotel includes thoughtful touches to make your stay as comfortable as possible. During your stay, enjoy free Wi-Fi in your rooms, or venture off to popular close by spots to see the culture Japan has to offer. The Arcakit Kinshicho is conveniently located by the JR station nearby, perfect for shopping, lunch, snacks, daily goods, clothing, and more!
[
Tokyo
]
Tsukiji Fish Market
|
Shibuya Scramble Crossing
|
Shibuya Hachiko
|
[
Harajuku
]
Takeshita Street
|
Harajuku Crepes (JDT Recommends)
|
Teppan-yaki Dining
|
[
Asakusa
]
Sensoji Temple
|
Return to the hotel
|
Tokyo Skytree - Shopping
|
Ameshin Candy (JDT Recommends)
|
Return to the hotel
Today, we’ll start our morning exploring the Tsukiji Fish Market, former home of the world-famous tuna auction. Browse through the numerous vendors lining the walkways and pick up a couple of mouth-watering snacks made from the freshest ingredients while you are there. The tour then takes you the Shibuya Scramble Crossing, the busiest pedestrian crosswalk in the world. Be a part of the almost 2500 people crossing and pay a visit to the Hachiko Statue.
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Day 3 Hakone & Nagano | Cherry Blossoms along Traditional Japanese Art Breakfast Lunch Dinner 03/31/2020 Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Featured Destinations & Experiences Matsumoto Marunouchi Hotel or similar
[
Lake Kawaguchi
]
Mt. Fuji
|
( Lunch -
Hōtō (Lunch)
)
[
Nagano Prefecture
]
Matsumoto Castle
|
Check in to the hotel
Our Japan tour will start the day by heading to the renown Hakone area. The first stop of the day will make our way up to the Mt. Fuji’s 5th Station where you will find breathtaking views of the mountain up close as well as the surrounding scenery. Be sure to take photos of the unique perspective of Mt. Fuji and the Fuji Five Lakes you won’t see anywhere else. After our time at Mt. Fuji, we will stop for Hoto, a Japanese noodle dish and considered a local specialty of the region. Before heading to the hotel, your group will be visiting Matsumoto Castle, also named the Crow Castle due to the unique black color of the building. Considered one of the three premier castles in Japan, the castle has never been destroyed with its initial buildings still intact since construction. The castle tower is Japan’s oldest existing castle tower and is a designated national treasure. |
Day 4 Matsumoto & Takayama | Scenic Hiking through Traditional Japan Breakfast Dinner 04/01/2020 Breakfast Dinner
Featured Destinations & Experiences Takayama Green Hotel or similar
Takayama Green Hotel ( Japanese Style )
Takayama Green Hotel is a new type of resort that combines the functionality of an urban hotel with the atmosphere of a traditional Japanese inn, giving it an unique ambience of the old city of Hida. The hotel has a traditional indoor/ outdoor hot spring, a restaurant using local products, and traditional souvenir shop. The location is walking distant to Takayama Old Town. Today, our Takayama tour will have several stops before arriving in the city of Takayama, the first being Narai-Juku. This preserved district was the thirty-fourth of the sixty-nine stations of the Nakasendo Trail and is recognized as a Cultural Property of Japan. The district maintains the same facade as it did during the Edo Period, allowing visitors to experience what it was like walking through town during that time period. Visit the many attractions with your tour guide, including the immaculately preserved Nakamura Residence or the stunning Kisho Ohashi bridge. From there, we’ll follow the Nakasendo Trail and enjoy a brief hike between Tsumago and Magome, the forty-second and forty-third stations of the trail respectively. Similar to Narai Juku, the two towns are well-preserved and even go as far as making sure that electrical wires, TV antennas, and telephone poles do not show to recreate the atmosphere of the Edo Period. Enjoy some wagashi Japanese sweets and relax with a cup of tea before we head to the hotel. |
Day 5 Takayama & Kanazawa | Exploring
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Day 6 Kanazawa | Craft Workshop Studio Hidden in Japanese Nature Breakfast Dinner 04/03/2020 Breakfast Dinner
Featured Destinations & Experiences Yamashiro Onsen Rurikoh or similar
Yamashiro Onsen Rurikoh ( Japanese Style )
The Yamashiro Onsen Rurikoh is located in Kaga and has everything you need for a perfect ryokan experience. The hotel offers two restaurants in addition to the hot-springs, and offers free wi-fi in your room to keep you connected through out your stay. Guests can enjoy the numerous spa services offered, or enjoy a leisurly bicycle ride with one of the complimentary use bicycles. There is also a coffee shop onsite as well as a bar.
Kenrokuen Garden
|
Moss Village & Wisdom Forest
|
Yunokuni no Mori - Work Shop
|
Check in to the hotel :
Japanese Style Hotel
|
Japanese Hot Springs
|
Yukata
|
Kaiseki Ryori (Dinner)
|
Taiko Show
*
We will spend the morning taking in the beautiful landscape of Kenrokuen Garden. Considered one of the top three most beautiful landscape gardens in Japan, Kenrokuen contains everything nature has to offer including streams, hills, and seasonal flowers which are sure to calm the soul. Afterwards, our tour will head to the Koke no Sato Wisdom Forest. The Forest of Wisdom is one of the best places to see various Japanese moss with the Wisdom House, located in the forest, meant to encourage guests to share experiences or engage in workshops before getting lost in nature. Our last stop of the day will take you to the city of Komatsu where the group will explore the Yunokuni no Mori traditional Japanese handicraft village. The scenic village offers a variety of workshops including washi (Japanese paper), gold leaf works, Kutani ceramic pottery, Kaga Yuzen (printed silk), glass work, scent bag crafts, and soba making just to name a few. Your tour will include your choice of craft experience. End your day with a long relaxing soak in the onsen, hot spring, before enjoying a kaiseki dinner (traditional Japanese food). You can also enjoy an exhilarating Taiko Show at the hotel if you wish. |
Day 7 Shiga & Nara | Museum designed by the Legendary I.M. Pei Breakfast 04/04/2020 Breakfast
Featured Destinations & Experiences Vischio Kyoto Hotel By GRANVIA or similar
Vischio Kyoto Hotel By GRANVIA ( Western Style )
Located in Higashikujo Nishisannocho, the Hotel Vischio Kyoto is a comfortable hotel to relax during your Japan tour featuring numerous Kyoto landmarks nearby. Higashi Honganji Temple and Sanjusangendo Temple are within walking distance, as is the convenient Kujo Station.
[
Shiga Prefecture
]
Miho Museum
|
[
Nara
]
Todaiji Temple
|
Deer Park
|
Omamori
(JDT Recommends) | Check in to the hotel We begin our day with a visit to the Miho Museum to enjoy a morning filled with contemporary and Japanese art. Designed by world-renowned architect I.M. Pei, the Miho Museum is a modern architectural treasure located in the quiet forests of the Shiga prefecture and is meant to blend seamlessly into the surrounding nature. Take in the calm and picturesque grounds while enjoying the works of art on display ranging from classic modern-day artworks to treasures from ancient civilizations. The tour will then head to Nara to explore Todaiji Temple and the Deer Park. Todaiji Temple is considered one of the largest wooden buildings in the world and holds the largest Buddha statue in Japan, a truly impressive sight to behold. A short walk over and you will stand among the deer of the Nara Deer Park. Considered divine, the deer are adored by people all over the world. |
Day 8 Kyoto | Walk the Rustic Street of Kyoto's Ninenzaka Breakfast Dinner 04/05/2020 Breakfast Dinner
Featured Destinations & Experiences Vischio Kyoto Hotel By GRANVIA or similar
Vischio Kyoto Hotel By GRANVIA ( Western Style )
Located in Higashikujo Nishisannocho, the Hotel Vischio Kyoto is a comfortable hotel to relax during your Japan tour featuring numerous Kyoto landmarks nearby. Higashi Honganji Temple and Sanjusangendo Temple are within walking distance, as is the convenient Kujo Station.
[
Kyoto Prefecture
]
Arashiyama
|
Jinrikisha Ride Experience
|
Golden Pavilion
|
Fushimi Inari Shrine
|
Inari Sushi
(JDT Recommends) | Ninenzaka | Tea Ceremony | Maiko Dining Experience | Return to the hotel Our day in Kyoto will start off with a spirited rickshaw ride through the serene Arashiyama Bamboo Forest. Experience what it was like to get around the city back in the day as you enjoy the relaxing scenery. Next, the group will make its way to the Golden Pavilion, or Kinkakuji Temple, an absolute must-see attraction where the upper two floors are covered with gold leaf. Another short ride away and you will be at Fushimi Inari Shrine, home of the famed thousand torii gates. Explore the area by either making your way through the torii gates to the Omokaru Stone or watch the local priests performing prayers every so often. The rest of the day will be spent taking part in activities that are quintessential to Japanese culture. First up will be a hands-on lesson on the tea ceremony. Learn about the history and meaning behind the ceremony as you watch it being performed before your eyes. Lastly, we will end the evening with a kaiseki dinner accompanied by a maiko performance. Afterwards, your group will get to interact with the maiko, ask questions, and play some classic party games to end the day. |
Day 9 Osaka | Tour Disbands & Depart from Japan Breakfast 04/06/2020 Breakfast
Featured Destinations & ExperiencesYour pleasant and memorable Japan tour ends today. The tour will disband after breakfast. Fly home with cherished memories or enjoy your extended stay in Japan.
|
Tour Goods Package
Little Kyoto
Little Kyoto
The maximum number of participants will not exceed 26 people during your Japan tour. Your group may be joined with other tour groups during the tour. Please note that your bus and tour guide may be changed if other groups join the tour.
Single travelers are required to pay a single supplement in order to guarantee single room accommodation.
We request one suitcase, one carry-on bag, and an overnight bag per person. The tote bag we provide can be used to hold any small merchandise/souvenirs purchased during your tour. When you check out, bring your luggage to the lobby and the bus driver will assist in loading it onto the bus. When you arrive at the next hotel, the bus driver will unload your luggage for you to bring to your room.
Please note: The maximum weight of a checked in bag is typically 20 Kilograms or 44 Pounds. You will be traveling with your luggage except during the bullet train ride (if applicable).
All hotel rooms come with a full bathroom and room amenities free of charge unless stated otherwise.
All motor coaches come equipped with air-conditioning, plenty of space, comfortable seats, and Wi-Fi.
All of our tours begin in either Tokyo or Osaka/Kyoto. When beginning or ending a tour in Tokyo, please book flights to or from Narita International Airport or Haneda International Airport. For tours beginning or ending in Osaka/Kyoto, please book flights to or from Kansai International Airport or Itami Airport.
We recommend you do not book your flights until the tour status changes from Book Now to Guaranteed Departure. You can also contact us if you would like for Japan Deluxe Tour's to arrange your flights.
Traveling and visiting sights in Japan includes a good amount of walking. To fully enjoy the tour, please be prepared to keep up with the pace of the group, climb stairs with no difficulty, and wear comfortable shoes for all day use.
Guests with tattoos may not be able to use the hot-springs or onsens while in Japan. We apologize if you are unable to enjoy this experience during your stay.
We understand sometimes unanticipated situations may arise before or even during your Japan tour. In order to best assist you when things don't go as planned, Japan Deluxe Tours recommends purchasing travel insurance offered through Travel Guard® Insurance.
Travel Guard® Insurance offers coverage for: Trip Cancellation, Trip Interruption, Travel Delay, Baggage Delay, Medical Expense (deductible required), Emergency Medical Transportation, and an Exclusive Family Protection Plan: One child 16 or under will receive coverage at no additional cost for every adult that purchase a protection plan. Every Travel Guard policy includes 24-hour emergency travel assistance services for emergencies or last-minute travel changes, such as re-booking flights, hotel reservations or ground transportation, tracking lost luggage, and more!
For more information about coverage, view our Travel Insurance Page.
We cannot guarantee cherry blossoms will be in full bloom for viewing during this tour. Please refer to our Cherry Blossom Forecast page for updates and information about Sakura Cherry Blossoms and when they are expected to bloom in select cities.
Please notify us before your tour starts if you have any dietary restrictions or requirements we should be aware about. Japan Deluxe Tours can provide Vegetarian
meals for guests, and we will do our best to cater to any serious allergies or dietary restrictions. We will not be able to substitute or change meals after your tour begins.
Day | Itinerary
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Day 1 03/29/2020 |
Day 1 Tokyo | Arrive in Japan & Check-in Hotel 03/29/2020
Narita Int'l Airport (NRT)
or
Haneda Int'l Airport (HND)
|
Arrival Transfer
|
Check in to the hotel
|
Purchase
Optional Travel Insurance
Welcome to Japan! We will have transportation services to take you to your hotel. Please refer to your tour handbook for more information.
Tobu Hotel Levant Tokyo or similar |
Day 2 03/30/2020 |
Day 2 Tokyo | Walk the World Famous Scramble Crossing 03/30/2020 Breakfast Lunch
[
Tokyo
]
Tsukiji Fish Market
|
Shibuya Scramble Crossing
|
Shibuya Hachiko
|
[
Harajuku
]
Takeshita Street
|
Harajuku Crepes (JDT Recommends)
|
Teppan-yaki Dining
|
[
Asakusa
]
Sensoji Temple
|
Return to the hotel
|
Tokyo Skytree - Shopping
|
Ameshin Candy (JDT Recommends)
|
Return to the hotel
Today, we’ll start our morning exploring the Tsukiji Fish Market, former home of the world-famous tuna auction. Browse through the numerous vendors lining the walkways and pick up a couple of mouth-watering snacks made from the freshest ingredients while you are there. The tour then takes you the Shibuya Scramble Crossing, the busiest pedestrian crosswalk in the world. Be a part of the almost 2500 people crossing and pay a visit to the Hachiko Statue.
Tobu Hotel Levant Tokyo or similar |
Day 3 03/31/2020 |
Day 3 Hakone & Nagano | Cherry Blossoms along Traditional Japanese Art 03/31/2020 Breakfast Lunch Dinner
[
Lake Kawaguchi
]
Mt. Fuji
|
( Lunch -
Hōtō (Lunch)
)
[
Nagano Prefecture
]
Matsumoto Castle
|
Check in to the hotel
Our Japan tour will start the day by heading to the renown Hakone area. The first stop of the day will make our way up to the Mt. Fuji’s 5th Station where you will find breathtaking views of the mountain up close as well as the surrounding scenery. Be sure to take photos of the unique perspective of Mt. Fuji and the Fuji Five Lakes you won’t see anywhere else. After our time at Mt. Fuji, we will stop for Hoto, a Japanese noodle dish and considered a local specialty of the region. Before heading to the hotel, your group will be visiting Matsumoto Castle, also named the Crow Castle due to the unique black color of the building. Considered one of the three premier castles in Japan, the castle has never been destroyed with its initial buildings still intact since construction. The castle tower is Japan’s oldest existing castle tower and is a designated national treasure.
Matsumoto Marunouchi Hotel or similar |
Day 4 04/01/2020 |
Day 4 Matsumoto & Takayama | Scenic Hiking through Traditional Japan 04/01/2020 Breakfast Dinner
Today, our Takayama tour will have several stops before arriving in the city of Takayama, the first being Narai-Juku. This preserved district was the thirty-fourth of the sixty-nine stations of the Nakasendo Trail and is recognized as a Cultural Property of Japan. The district maintains the same facade as it did during the Edo Period, allowing visitors to experience what it was like walking through town during that time period. Visit the many attractions with your tour guide, including the immaculately preserved Nakamura Residence or the stunning Kisho Ohashi bridge. From there, we’ll follow the Nakasendo Trail and enjoy a brief hike between Tsumago and Magome, the forty-second and forty-third stations of the trail respectively. Similar to Narai Juku, the two towns are well-preserved and even go as far as making sure that electrical wires, TV antennas, and telephone poles do not show to recreate the atmosphere of the Edo Period. Enjoy some wagashi Japanese sweets and relax with a cup of tea before we head to the hotel.
Takayama Green Hotel or similar |
Day 5 04/02/2020 |
Day 5 Takayama & Kanazawa | Exploring
|
Day 6 04/03/2020 |
Day 6 Kanazawa | Craft Workshop Studio Hidden in Japanese Nature 04/03/2020 Breakfast Dinner
Kenrokuen Garden
|
Moss Village & Wisdom Forest
|
Yunokuni no Mori - Work Shop
|
Check in to the hotel :
Japanese Style Hotel
|
Japanese Hot Springs
|
Yukata
|
Kaiseki Ryori (Dinner)
|
Taiko Show
*
We will spend the morning taking in the beautiful landscape of Kenrokuen Garden. Considered one of the top three most beautiful landscape gardens in Japan, Kenrokuen contains everything nature has to offer including streams, hills, and seasonal flowers which are sure to calm the soul. Afterwards, our tour will head to the Koke no Sato Wisdom Forest. The Forest of Wisdom is one of the best places to see various Japanese moss with the Wisdom House, located in the forest, meant to encourage guests to share experiences or engage in workshops before getting lost in nature. Our last stop of the day will take you to the city of Komatsu where the group will explore the Yunokuni no Mori traditional Japanese handicraft village. The scenic village offers a variety of workshops including washi (Japanese paper), gold leaf works, Kutani ceramic pottery, Kaga Yuzen (printed silk), glass work, scent bag crafts, and soba making just to name a few. Your tour will include your choice of craft experience. End your day with a long relaxing soak in the onsen, hot spring, before enjoying a kaiseki dinner (traditional Japanese food). You can also enjoy an exhilarating Taiko Show at the hotel if you wish.
Yamashiro Onsen Rurikoh or similar |
Day 7 04/04/2020 |
Day 7 Shiga & Nara | Museum designed by the Legendary I.M. Pei 04/04/2020 Breakfast
[
Shiga Prefecture
]
Miho Museum
|
[
Nara
]
Todaiji Temple
|
Deer Park
|
Omamori
(JDT Recommends) | Check in to the hotel We begin our day with a visit to the Miho Museum to enjoy a morning filled with contemporary and Japanese art. Designed by world-renowned architect I.M. Pei, the Miho Museum is a modern architectural treasure located in the quiet forests of the Shiga prefecture and is meant to blend seamlessly into the surrounding nature. Take in the calm and picturesque grounds while enjoying the works of art on display ranging from classic modern-day artworks to treasures from ancient civilizations. The tour will then head to Nara to explore Todaiji Temple and the Deer Park. Todaiji Temple is considered one of the largest wooden buildings in the world and holds the largest Buddha statue in Japan, a truly impressive sight to behold. A short walk over and you will stand among the deer of the Nara Deer Park. Considered divine, the deer are adored by people all over the world.
Vischio Kyoto Hotel By GRANVIA or similar |
Day 8 04/05/2020 |
Day 8 Kyoto | Walk the Rustic Street of Kyoto's Ninenzaka 04/05/2020 Breakfast Dinner
[
Kyoto Prefecture
]
Arashiyama
|
Jinrikisha Ride Experience
|
Golden Pavilion
|
Fushimi Inari Shrine
|
Inari Sushi
(JDT Recommends) | Ninenzaka | Tea Ceremony | Maiko Dining Experience | Return to the hotel Our day in Kyoto will start off with a spirited rickshaw ride through the serene Arashiyama Bamboo Forest. Experience what it was like to get around the city back in the day as you enjoy the relaxing scenery. Next, the group will make its way to the Golden Pavilion, or Kinkakuji Temple, an absolute must-see attraction where the upper two floors are covered with gold leaf. Another short ride away and you will be at Fushimi Inari Shrine, home of the famed thousand torii gates. Explore the area by either making your way through the torii gates to the Omokaru Stone or watch the local priests performing prayers every so often. The rest of the day will be spent taking part in activities that are quintessential to Japanese culture. First up will be a hands-on lesson on the tea ceremony. Learn about the history and meaning behind the ceremony as you watch it being performed before your eyes. Lastly, we will end the evening with a kaiseki dinner accompanied by a maiko performance. Afterwards, your group will get to interact with the maiko, ask questions, and play some classic party games to end the day.
Vischio Kyoto Hotel By GRANVIA or similar |
Day 9 04/06/2020 |
Day 9 Osaka | Tour Disbands & Depart from Japan 04/06/2020 Breakfast
Your pleasant and memorable Japan tour ends today. The tour will disband after breakfast. Fly home with cherished memories or enjoy your extended stay in Japan.
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