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Fair Travels with Travel TalkAs Travel Talk, we are committed to transparency and fairness in our prices….Uncover Japan in-depth on this 10-day exploration from Tokyo to Kyoto! Get set to tantalize your taste buds with Japanese street food, sushi, and Sake in the capital city. Wander through the historic war ruins from Hiroshima’s atomic bomb attack. Explore Kyoto like a local. Witness Japan’s iconic attractions including Nijo Castle, Mt Fuji, Shinjuku, and Miyajima Island. Travel in style with bullet trains, gondola rides and boat trips to ensure you get the most out of your adventure!
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Japan
Tokyo / Kyoto
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4 & 3 Star
4-18 People
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The two most prominent buildings of the Garan are the Kondo Hall and the huge Konpon Daito Pagoda. The Hall is a large wooden temple hall where major ceremonies are held.
Hugged by Mount Fuji and Lake Ashi, Hakone is a scenic town in the Japanese countryside. It is most famous for its red torii gate and Shinto shrine.
A modern city on Honshu Island, was largely destroyed by an atomic bomb during World War II. Today, Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park commemorates the 1945 event.
Spacious market with vendors selling street food, fresh produce & shellfish, plus souvenirs. An amazing place to spend splendid times in a peaceful area full of locals.
Kyoto is the cultural heart of Japan, brimming with Buddhist temples, Shinto shrines, and dazzling gardens and palaces. It is the best city to experience Japan's cultural nuances.
A small island in Hiroshima Bay, it is known for its forests and ancient temples. Just offshore, the giant orange Great Torii Gate is partially submerged at high tide.
A Buddhist temple complex perched on Mount Koya, Koyasan is considered one of the most sacred sites in Japan. It is also a scenic retreat with its epic mountain views.
This sacred area is home to the mausoleum of Kobo Daishi, founder of Shingon Buddhism. The cemetery is an important center for Japanese culture and a photogenic spot.
The large port city of Osaka is one of the trendiest cosmopolitan urban centers in Japan. It is a traveler's hub with vibrant nightlife and top-notch international cuisine.
Once a significant military base, Osaka Castle is a historic landmark and graceful touch to the city's skyline with brilliant architecture and beautifully manicured gardens.
This museum is dedicated to documenting the atomic bombing of Hiroshima in World War II. The museum was established in August 1955 with the Peace Memorial Hall.
The Hiroshima Peace Memorial is the only building that remains intact at the explosion site of the atomic bomb. It pays homage to the victims with its half-demolished state.
The mountainous Takayama town is an idyllic place nestling Japan's age-old traditions and rural charm. Hida Folk Village is one of its highlight attractions.
Japan’s busy capital mixes the ultramodern and the traditional from neon-lit skyscrapers to historic temples. The Imperial Palace sits amid large public gardens.
Kon’nichiwa and welcome to the capital of Japan – Tokyo! Meet your group and tour leader for an informal welcome meeting in the hotel lobby at 6.30pm. With a population of above 10 million people, Tokyo offers endless choices when it comes to shopping, green spaces, entertainment, historical sites, culture, and dining!
Rise and shine in the city of Tokyo! After a full breakfast, follow your tour leader to learn about the diverse history and colourful culture of Japan as we visit the Hama Rikyu Garden and Meiji Jingu (Shrine), before making the famous Shibuya/Harajuku walk in the city. Enjoy free time in the afternoon to shape your adventure to your likes. Your tour leader will be happy to recommend the best places and activities to your taste. You can catch some fresh air at the public Ueno Park and visit the Tokyo National Museum within. Or explore one of the many fascinating museums across the city including Edo-Tokyo Museum, Hokusai Museum, or Odaiba Team Labo – home to immersive, futuristic art installations.
Make the best of this morning in Tokyo on your own terms.
We will farewell Tokyo for the breath-taking Hakone region at noon. Grab a seat for the two-hour train journey as we head towards the mountainous town known for its hot springs (onsen) resorts and views of Mount Fuji. On arrival in Hakone, follow your guide on a walking tour and take a scenic boat tour along Lake Ashinoko while you snap some picture-perfect shots of Mount Fuji. Explore the Hakone Shrine along the shore of Lake Ashinoko and visit the Tokaido Checkpoint to learn about its significance. Finish up the day with an included 30-minute gondola ride on the Owakudani Cable Car for views of the active sulfuric hot springs, Lake Ashinoko and Mount Fuji from above!
Kick-start the day with a scenic mountain train ride and hop on an express/bullet train that reaches speeds of 270 kilometers per hour as we make our way to Takayama! The journey will take approximately 5 hours and includes travel by local train and Shinkansen Bullet Train. Takayama is a charming city hidden in the mountainous region of Hida and made famous for its authentic Japanese touch and preserved old towns. This afternoon hop on a local bus for the Hida Folk Village and tag along your expert local guide to get a glimpse of a beautifully preserved sample of the Japanese culture, strolling along traditional thatched-roof homes built during the Edo Period of 1603-1967! Learn about the traditional Japanese way of life, crafts, and culture of these olden times. Tonight, put your feet up at the 3-star Wat Hotel and make the most of the beautiful onsen and spas.
After an included breakfast at the hotel, explore Takayama’s morning market with your tour leader as we embark on our walking tour. This traditional market was established over 600 years ago and is a great way to interact with locals and tourists alike as your browse the crafts, flowers, and fresh produce for sale. Continue strolling the town with visits to the Merchant House and Takayama Jinja Building. The rest of the day is free for you to explore the quaint town of Takayama. If you enjoy sake, make sure to have a taste of Takayama’s prized signature drop at a local store.
Travel by express train and Shinkansen bullet train to Hiroshima (approximately 5 hours). Hiroshima is well known for the 1945 atomic bomb attack which destructed the entire city within a 2km radius. After the war, great efforts were taken to rebuild Hiroshima. The city was tastefully reconstructed in a way that still pays tribute to the suffering, with a large park built in the city centre – Peace Memorial Park. Following your guide through the park, you will visit the Peace Memorial Museum to learn of the historical war events that took place here. Then, visit the A-Bomb Dome, one of few buildings that remained standing following the attack. Explore the somber UNESCO World Heritage Site and listen carefully as your guide shares stories of Hiroshima’s unique past. This evening, you can explore Hiroshima on your own.
Known as the ‘romantic shrine Island’ just 1 hour outside of Hiroshima, Miyajima Island makes for the perfect day trip and is home to some of Japan’s best views. Visit the island with your local guide and explore the famous floating Torii Gate and Itsukushima-jinja Shrine. Then, hop on the nearby cable car to the top of Mt Misen and embrace the 360-degree views of the inland sea. Enjoy some photo opportunities on the mountain top before returning to Hiroshima with free time in the late afternoon to enjoy the sites of the city. Your guide will be more than happy to offer tips and suggestions on what to see and do during your final night in Hiroshima.
Travel by Shinkansen bullet train for approximately 2 hours before arriving at Kyoto, once Japan’s capital. Considered the cultural and historic heart of the country, Kyoto is brimming with temples, shrines, peaceful gardens, geisha, restaurants, and shops. This traditional city is the perfect place to get lost in! After arrival you will visit Nijo Castle, one of Kyoto’s many UNESCO World Heritage Sites. It was the Kyoto residence of the Tokugawa shoguns during Japan’s Edo Period. There you will visit the 3,300-square-meter Ninomaru Palace built entirely of Hinoki cypress and lavishly decorated with gold leave and wood carvings.
The palace is surrounded by extensive gardens where you can stroll around and enjoy seasonal flowers.
After checking into the hotel, enjoy free time to explore Kyoto at your own pace.
Enjoy a full day to explore the cultural hub of Japan as we roam the city by public bus! Your tour guide will lead you to three or four of the best locations to visit depending on the season (shrines, temples, local markets or museums), so listen carefully as they explain the significance and history of these fascinating sites. Learn about the best spots to visit around town and enjoy the afternoon freely to continue your discovery of charming Kyoto with your bus pass valid for the day.
Today we saw our goodbyes! Enjoy a final breakfast together before hotel check-out at 10:00. Roam through the backstreets of Kyoto one last time before farewelling your new travel mates – until next time!
Kon’nichiwa and welcome to the capital of Japan – Tokyo! Meet your group and tour leader for an informal welcome meeting in the hotel lobby at 6.30pm. With a population of above 10 million people, Tokyo offers endless choices when it comes to shopping, green spaces, entertainment, historical sites, culture, and dining!
Rise and shine in the city of Tokyo! After a full breakfast, follow your tour leader to learn about the diverse history and colourful culture of Japan as we visit the Hama Rikyu Garden and Meiji Jingu (Shrine), before making the famous Shibuya/Harajuku walk in the city. Enjoy free time in the afternoon to shape your adventure to your likes. Your tour leader will be happy to recommend the best places and activities to your taste. You can catch some fresh air at the public Ueno Park and visit the Tokyo National Museum within. Or explore one of the many fascinating museums across the city including Edo-Tokyo Museum, Hokusai Museum, or Odaiba Team Labo – home to immersive, futuristic art installations.
Make the best of this morning in Tokyo on your own terms.
We will farewell Tokyo for the breath-taking Hakone region at noon. Grab a seat for the two-hour train journey as we head towards the mountainous town known for its hot springs (onsen) resorts and views of Mount Fuji. On arrival in Hakone, follow your guide on a walking tour and take a scenic boat tour along Lake Ashinoko while you snap some picture-perfect shots of Mount Fuji. Explore the Hakone Shrine along the shore of Lake Ashinoko and visit the Tokaido Checkpoint to learn about its significance. Finish up the day with an included 30-minute gondola ride on the Owakudani Cable Car for views of the active sulfuric hot springs, Lake Ashinoko and Mount Fuji from above!
Kick-start the day with a scenic mountain train ride and hop on an express/bullet train that reaches speeds of 270 kilometers per hour as we make our way to Takayama! The journey will take approximately 5 hours and includes travel by local train and Shinkansen Bullet Train. Takayama is a charming city hidden in the mountainous region of Hida and made famous for its authentic Japanese touch and preserved old towns. This afternoon hop on a local bus for the Hida Folk Village and tag along your expert local guide to get a glimpse of a beautifully preserved sample of the Japanese culture, strolling along traditional thatched-roof homes built during the Edo Period of 1603-1967! Learn about the traditional Japanese way of life, crafts, and culture of these olden times. Tonight, put your feet up at the 3-star Wat Hotel and make the most of the beautiful onsen and spas.
After an included breakfast at the hotel, explore Takayama’s morning market with your tour leader as we embark on our walking tour. This traditional market was established over 600 years ago and is a great way to interact with locals and tourists alike as your browse the crafts, flowers, and fresh produce for sale. Continue strolling the town with visits to the Merchant House and Takayama Jinja Building. The rest of the day is free for you to explore the quaint town of Takayama. If you enjoy sake, make sure to have a taste of Takayama’s prized signature drop at a local store.
Travel by express train and Shinkansen bullet train to Hiroshima (approximately 5 hours). Hiroshima is well known for the 1945 atomic bomb attack which destructed the entire city within a 2km radius. After the war, great efforts were taken to rebuild Hiroshima. The city was tastefully reconstructed in a way that still pays tribute to the suffering, with a large park built in the city centre – Peace Memorial Park. Following your guide through the park, you will visit the Peace Memorial Museum to learn of the historical war events that took place here. Then, visit the A-Bomb Dome, one of few buildings that remained standing following the attack. Explore the somber UNESCO World Heritage Site and listen carefully as your guide shares stories of Hiroshima’s unique past. This evening, you can explore Hiroshima on your own.
Known as the ‘romantic shrine Island’ just 1 hour outside of Hiroshima, Miyajima Island makes for the perfect day trip and is home to some of Japan’s best views. Visit the island with your local guide and explore the famous floating Torii Gate and Itsukushima-jinja Shrine. Then, hop on the nearby cable car to the top of Mt Misen and embrace the 360-degree views of the inland sea. Enjoy some photo opportunities on the mountain top before returning to Hiroshima with free time in the late afternoon to enjoy the sites of the city. Your guide will be more than happy to offer tips and suggestions on what to see and do during your final night in Hiroshima.
Travel by Shinkansen bullet train for approximately 2 hours before arriving at Kyoto, once Japan’s capital. Considered the cultural and historic heart of the country, Kyoto is brimming with temples, shrines, peaceful gardens, geisha, restaurants, and shops. This traditional city is the perfect place to get lost in! After arrival you will visit Nijo Castle, one of Kyoto’s many UNESCO World Heritage Sites. It was the Kyoto residence of the Tokugawa shoguns during Japan’s Edo Period. There you will visit the 3,300-square-meter Ninomaru Palace built entirely of Hinoki cypress and lavishly decorated with gold leave and wood carvings.
The palace is surrounded by extensive gardens where you can stroll around and enjoy seasonal flowers.
After checking into the hotel, enjoy free time to explore Kyoto at your own pace.
Enjoy a full day to explore the cultural hub of Japan as we roam the city by public bus! Your tour guide will lead you to three or four of the best locations to visit depending on the season (shrines, temples, local markets or museums), so listen carefully as they explain the significance and history of these fascinating sites. Learn about the best spots to visit around town and enjoy the afternoon freely to continue your discovery of charming Kyoto with your bus pass valid for the day.
Today we saw our goodbyes! Enjoy a final breakfast together before hotel check-out at 10:00. Roam through the backstreets of Kyoto one last time before farewelling your new travel mates – until next time!
4 & 3 Star Hotels, Japanese-style Ryokans
9 Breakfasts
Train, local bus, luggage transfers
Express/bullet train, local & mountain train
Services of experienced local Travel Talk Tour Leader
Complimentary hotel Wi-Fi access (where available)
Tokaido Checkpoint
Hakone Shrine
Morning Market
Merchant House
Takayama Jinya Building
Peace Museum
Peace Park & A Bomb Dome
Miyajima Island
Itsukushima-jinja Shrine
Mt Misen
Kiyomizu-dera
Imperial Palace
Nanzenji Temple
Shosei Strolling Garden
Nishiki-Koji Market
Gion Corner cultural centre
Ryoanji Zen Garden
Tenryuji Temple
National Museum
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All prices are per person, based on twin share occupancy. Double occupancy is also available on request, although double beds and room sizes are smaller in Japan. Solo passengers not wishing to pay a single supplement will be accommodated in a twin room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender.
The below rates are for solo travellers, the 2 FOR 1 deal will be applied when you select 2 or more travellers during the booking process. Please also note that double beds in Japan tend to be smaller than in Europe.
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An elegant hotel in Tokyo, offering the guests a comfortable stay with its stylish interiors, fitness center and an on-site restaurant.
A perfectly located & modern-design hotel, offering rooms with flat-screen tv & electric kettle.
A centrally located hotel featuring an indoor & outdoor bath, sauna and cold water bath. The rooms come with flat secreen tv, fridge and kettle.
Located only steps away from Hakone Gora Park, Yutowa Hotel features an on-site restaurant, a hot-spring bath & free parking.
A comfortable ryokan, offering guests private units with bathroom, flat-screen, electric kettle, safe box and wardrobe.
A wellness hotel, with services including a SPA, fitness center, hot spring bath. The rooms are equipped with coffee/ tea maker
A stylish accommodation where the services offered include an hot spring bath, table tennis and modern & air-conditioned rooms.
Situated in a forest, Highland Hotel offers an unforgettable stay with its hot spring bath, SPA and wellness center. All rooms are equipped with flat-screen TV, refrigerator, and electric kettle.
Guests can make use of the hot spring bath. An off-site fitness centre, 4-minutes away on foot, is available free of charge.The hotel is located 2km from Hida Minzoku Mura Folk Village.
A modern design hotel offering the guests an on-site restaurant & bar and rooms with flat screen TV and electric kettle.
A comfortable accommodation in Hiroshima with fully renovated rooms, two on-site restaurants offering varieties from French & Japanese cuisines.
With its rooftop open-air bath, indoor bath & sauna, Candeo Hotel has everything for a relaxing stay.
A contemporary Hiroshima hotel with air-conditioned rooms equipped with flat-screen TV, air purifier and electric kettle.
Comfort Hiroshima offers the guests a relaxing stay with air-conditioned rooms equipped with flat-screen TV and electric kettle.
Granvia Hotel is located just a few steps away from JR Hiroshima Station, a perfect location to start your discovery. The on-site restaurants offer delicacies from both Japanese & world cuisine.
Situated few steps away from Shiyakusho-mae Station and Kamogawa River, the hotel offers a perfect location. Modern-designed rooms are equipped with an air purifier/humidifier, a fridge and a flat-screen TV.
At Travel Talk we do not only strive to provide excellent value for premium adventures but also to exceed expectations in every aspect of our trips, which is reflected in an enviable 98.2% customer satisfaction rate in 2019. Thanks to the invaluable feedback of our incredible travellers, we are continuously working to improve ourselves and the communities we touch, year after year.
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Jeanette Sharples
We did the 10 day Japan trip in March 2024. I cannot fault a single thing with this trip. The itinerary, the accommodation and the transport was perfect. Our tour guide Pepijn was top-class. His knowledge of the history of everywhere we went brought it all to life, and his calm personality and willingness to help anyone in the group with whatever they needed was great. I would definitely love to do another tour with Pepijn! And another tour with Travel Talk!
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