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Single Room
Single room types are rooms for
single room occupants.
One person will be occupying the
hotel room throughout the tour.
Twin Room
Twin room types are rooms set for two people who will occupy one room, but will have two separate beds.
Double Room
A double room is a room that has one bed for two people to share.
Triple Room
A triple room is one room where three people may share the same room. It has three separate beds.
Japanese Style Room
A Japanese-style room traditionally does not have a western-style bed, it is a tatami floor room with futon bedding. However, if you prefer a western-style bed, you may request one though we cannot guarantee it.
Please note: If you would like to request neighboring rooms next to your traveling companions, you and your traveling companions must have the same room types in order to be next to each other. For example, if you have requested a double room, but your traveling companions have requested a twin, or triple room, then neighboring rooms cannot be accommodated. However, if both you and your traveling companions match in room type, then neighboring rooms will likely be arranged for your convenience.
Whether you’re a seasoned traveler or a first-
time visitor to Japan, “The Golden Route”
itinerary offers guests a taste of all that Japan
has to offer, from unique locales to “must see”
tourist attractions.
Our private guides and drivers will help you
navigate through Tokyo’s cultural landmarks,
fashionable neighborhoods, and diverse
shopping districts. Explore world famous
attractions such as the Imperial Palace, Tsukiji
Market, and Asakusa Temple. Spend a day at
Hakone and Mt. Fuji, taking in the stunning
sights before checking in to your ryokan
(traditional Japanese inn) for the night. Unwind
in the hot springs (onsen) at the inn and dine on
gourmet kaiseki cuisine. The next day, you will
proceed to Miho Museum, a stunning
architecture that accentuates the surrounding
nature while exhibiting a variety of items from
different ancient civilizations. It was designed
by the renowned architect, I. M. Pei, and is
named after Koyama Mihoko, one of the richest
women in Japan and the founder of the
museum. Moreover, the museum has been
listed as one of the "1000 Places To See Before
You Die".
Travel to the ancient city of Kyoto in the
afternoon, where you will spend two days with
exclusive access to the city’s top gardens,
temples, shrines, and specialty shops. You will
also have the opportunity to experience a
traditional green tea ceremony in the nearby
city of Uji, known for their production of green
tea. In Nara, be inspired by the intricate
architecture and towering monuments,
including the Great Buddha statue. Here, you
will understand why this city is considered the
birthplace of Buddhism in Japan. In the
evening, enjoy the lively shopping street of
Shinsaibashi and the popular Osaka street food
in Dotonbori before heading to your hotel for
the last night of the tour.
This itinerary can be customized based on your
budget and interests. Please feel free to
CONTACT US to plan
your dream trip to Japan.
Please Note:
● The price is per person with minimum 2 people, based
on twin/double or triple room occupancy.
● The
itinerary can be customized based on your
interests and budget, please
contact us to plan your perfect
vacation to Japan.
We require US$200 deposit per person to hold the space at time of booking and the final payment is due 2 month prior to departure.
All entry fees to sites, activities listed in the itinerary.
Travel by private van between destinations, baggage handling free.
For arrivals at Narita Airport (NRT) or Haneda Airport (HND), this tour starts in Tokyo and ends in Osaka, with departures at Osaka Kansai Airport (KIX) or Itami Airport (ITM).
Vegetarian or special meals can be arranged.
Meet and greet and private airport transfers on arrival and departure included
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Tour schedule and prices subject to change without notice
Meet your private driver in the airport's arrival hall and travel to the hotel by private car.
Tobu Hotel Levant Tokyo or similar class
For our first day of the tour, we will explore attractions throughout Japan's capital, Tokyo. We will first pay a visit to Asakusa Sensoji Temple, Tokyo's oldest temple. Marvel at the architecture around the ancient Buddhist Temple and see one of the largest paper lanterns in Japan. You can also visit Nakamise Street, a historical shopping street lined with souvenir and snack shops near the temple. We will then make our way to the Tsukiji Outer Market, a fresh food market known for their fresh seafood. After exploring the market, we will head to the Imperial Palace, the current home to Japan's Imperial Family. Stroll through the park surrounding the palace grounds before heading to Meiji Shrine and Harajuku. Meiji Shrine was dedicated to Emporer Meiji, the first Emperor of Modern Japan, in 1920. After exploring the shrine, you can visit Takeshita Street, a haven of fashionable and quirky shops. While there, you can try the popular Japanese Crepes, visit purikura (Japanese photo booth), or even shop for the latest fashion trends before heading back to your hotel for the night.
Tobu Hotel Levant Tokyo or similar class
After breakfast, we will leave Tokyo by private coach and continue our journey to Mt. Fuji. If the weather allows, we may be able to visit the 5th Station, which is as far as cars or buses can take you up the mountain. Enjoy the cool climate and vegetation as you explore Mt. Fuji's souvenir shops. We will then make our way to Hakone, known for its many hot springs. Enjoy a ride on the Hakone Ropeway, which will offer splendid views as you ride to Owakudani. This area is located around a crater made during Mount Hakone's last eruption 3000 years ago. There are wonderful hiking trails and beautiful views. We will head to our hotel for the night, where we will stay at a Japanese-style hotel. Once we arrive, we will enjoy a traditonal kaiseki dinner, which consists of multiple courses. After dinner, you can unwind in the therapeutic bath waters of the hotel's hot spring baths.
The Hamanako or similar class
NOTE: Mt. Fuji depends on the weather condition
In the morning, we will make our way to Koka to visit Miho Museum. Miho Museum was constructed by the famous architect, I. M. Pei, and named after Koyama Mihoko, one of the richest women in Japan and the founder of the museum. The museum was designed to fit in with the natural surroundings of the area and features exhibits on ancient civilizations. After we explore the museum, we will head to Kyoto, once the capital of Japan. We will pay a visit to Kiyomizu Temple, one of the most celebrated temples in all of Japan. The temple was built near the Otowa Waterfall, which lies at the base of the temple's main hall. In the evening, head to the Gion Geisha District, where you may have a chance to see a geisha or maiko (apprentice geisha) heading to their next appointments. You can also explore the many shops located in the district.
Kyoto Tokyu Hotel or similar class
Today, we will travel through Kyoto to explore the ancient city in depth. We will make our way to Nijo Castle, where we can visit the scenic castle gorunds that have been around since 1603. Afterwards, we will travel to Nishijin, a district known for its textile manufacturing, where we will have the opportunity to see a kimono fashion show. After the show, we will visit the Golden Pavillion, known as Kinkakuji. This Zen Temple's top two floors have been covered in gold leaf which reflect on the surrounding pond. In the afternoon, we will head to Arashiyama, where we will visit the Tenryuji Temple and the Zen Garden. The garden paints a lovely picture, as it is surrounded by the mountains and pine trees. Make your way through the bamboo forest before visiting Togetsukyo Bridge.
Kyoto Tokyu Hotel or similar class
We will start our morning with a visit to Fushimi Inari Shrine, famous for its thousands of Torii Gates. The gates weave through the mountins, making for a lovely walk. We will then visit a sake museum, where guests will learn how sake is made and enjoy a tasting at the end of the tour. Next, we will visit Uji, a city famous for its production and fields of green tea. We will expereince a formal green tea ceremony before heading to Nara. Once we arrive in Nara, we will visit the renowned Todaiji Temple. The main hall of this grand temple holds one of Japan's largest bronze statues of Buddha and is beautifully designed. Surrounding the temple, you will finds hundreds of wild deer, which are accustomed to people and will even bow to guests sometimes. In the evening, head to Osaka, where we will visit Dotonbori and Shinsaibashi, popular shopping malls and places to find Osaka street food.
Hotel Elsereine Osaka or similar class
After breakfast, our tour officially ends! The rest of your day is free for leisure until your transfer to the airport for your flight.
After breakfast, free for leisure until transfer to Osaka Kansai or Itami Airport by private car.
PLEASE NOTE: These are the hotels All Japan Tours generally uses on the touring styles and regions shown. There is no guarantee that you will stay in the lodgings listed on the website. We encourage you to check your travel documentation for confirmation of the exact accommodation you will be staying in.
Destinations
Tokyo / Mt Fuji / Hakone / Koka / Kyoto / Uji / Nara / Osaka
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Feature | Our Budget Tours are designed for our guests who are on a limited budget. Explore the must-see sights and enjoy a hassle-free trip to Japan at an affordable price. | Sample all Japan has to offer, from unique locales to must see tourist attractions. Our Deluxe Tours are fully guided, and use our luxury coaches for your convenience and comfort. | Experience Japanese culture at a slower pace, and with a smaller group size than our deluxe tours. Stay in each city longer so you can soak in the culture and fully appreciate the destinations. | Enjoy upgraded hotels, a slower pace, and a smaller group size for a more intimate experience. Access to a wide range of unique activities that immerse you in authentic Japanese culture. | Explore Japan off the beaten path via Japanese public transportation, walking, hiking, cycling and more. Take more time to enjoy local experiences and picturesque landscape. |
Advantage | Our most cost-effective way to see the highlights of Japan while staying in budget-friendly accommodations. If you would like to have a set of quick stops to sample the must-see sights of Japan, or if you plan to explore Japan on your own but would like to take a short trip to learn about Japan before your self-guided journeys, these are the tours for you. | Our most popular tours for everyone. Fully-escorted - the most hassle-free way to visit Japan for the best value. From Hokkaido to Kyushu, the duration of our Deluxe Tours range from 5 to 27 days. Whether you want to see the best of Japan in a shorter time, or take your time in each city, you will find a tour package that suits your preferences. | Smaller group sizes enable our guests to access more of Japanese culture and traditions. Our Deluxe-Plus Tours are carefully balanced for you to discover the unique Japanese culture, history, arts, food and spectacular scenery Japan has. If you love Japan and want to appreciate the best of everything Japan can offer, these are the tours for you. | Dive into the cultural aspects of Japan at a more leisurely pace. Enjoy more than just sightseeing. All of our Signature Small Group Tours feature a wide range of cultural experiences through interaction with the people and places that represent all that is authentic about the destination. Get an alternative, more in-depth understanding of Japanese culture and art. | Our Active Small Group Tours combine the best cultural locations with off-the-beaten-path destinations via Japanese public transportation. Discover the country of Japan the way the locals do and see Japan from a different angle. A focus on getting away from the crowds and into the real Japan, see the diversity of Japan’s countryside unfold before your eyes. |
Group Size | 20 to 45 people | 10 to 35 people | 6 to 24 people | 4 to 16 people | 4 to 13 people |
Fully-escorted | Comprehensively escorted by AJT's professional English speaking tour guide | Your guides are local experts and residents of the city you are visiting, they do not always escort the group when traveling between cities | |||
Pace | Fast pace to see as much as possible while in Japan | Perfect pace to see as much as possible while in Japan | More leisurely pace to soak in and fully appreciate the destinations, plus free time to explore on your own | ||
Airport Transfers | Airport transfers are NOT included unless otherwise specified | Airport transfers are included* (If no options are taken: hotels are not requested to be changed and passengers use the correct airports) | Airport transfers are included if arriving on the first day of the tour and returning on the last day of the tour | Private airport transfers are included if arriving on the first day of the tour and returning on the last day of the tour | Airport transfers are NOT included unless otherwise specified |
Transfer between cities | Transfer between cities via private coach and Shinkansen (bullet train), depending on the itinerary | Transfer between cities via private coach and first class Shinkansen (bullet train), depending on the itinerary | Transfer between cities via Shinkansen (bullet train) or express train. Private minivans are also used occasionally where public transport is not available or practical | ||
Sightseeing | Sightseeing by private coach with an escorted guide | Sightseeing by private coach and public transportation with an escorted guide | Sightseeing via public transportation (local train, subway & local bus) with local guides | ||
Admission fees and activities | All entry fees to sites and activities listed in the itinerary are included | ||||
Luggage Transfers | Luggage transfers by private coach from hotel to hotel, plus separate luggage transfers are included on select tours | Separate luggage transfers are included | |||
Meals | Breakfast every morning, plus meals as indicated (vegetarian or special meals can be arranged) | ||||
Accommodation | Carefully-selected budget hotels and ryokans | Carefully-selected superior/deluxe hotels and ryokans | Carefully-selected deluxe/boutique hotels and ryokans | Carefully-selected deluxe/luxury hotels and ryokans | Accommodations range from local Japanese inns (minshuku) to budget hotels, to superior/deluxe hotels depending on the tour and destination |
Ages | 4 years old and above | 6 years old and above | |||
Health & Activity | In order to enjoy our tour, you should be able to walk reasonable distances, often over unpaved and uneven surfaces. Some of the most memorable sightseeing activities can only be accomplished on foot. Wheelchairs can be arranged upon request. However, we regret that we’re unable to provide individual assistance to guests with walking difficulties or other personal needs. Guests requiring such individualized assistance must be accompanied by an able-bodied companion who can provide it. | These tours are tailored to the energetic traveler; guests should feel comfortable walking from 4 to 10 miles a day depending on the tour and destination. |