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Grand Japan Highlights
13 Days / 12 Nights

A comprehensive journey across major cities, heritage areas and varied Japanese landscapes.

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DURATION 13 Days / 12 Nights
DESTINATION Japan
FORMAT FIT / Private / Group
FLEXIBILITY Fully Customizable
SUGGESTED ROUTE

Tokyo · Nikko · Fuji · Kyoto · Nara · Hiroshima · Himeji · Osaka

This itinerary is a planning framework for travel professionals, not a fixed retail package. The number of nights, transport mode, hotel category, meals, guides and experiences can all be adapted to your client brief.

DAY-BY-DAY PROGRAM

Detailed Sample Itinerary

The outline below presents a sample itinerary that can be adapted to your clients’ requirements. Final timings, visit order and inclusions are confirmed after travel dates, flights and group requirements are received.

  1. Arrival in Tokyo
    DAY 1 Tokyo

    Arrival in Tokyo

    MORNING

    Meet-and-assist at Narita or Haneda Airport, followed by private group transfer.

    AFTERNOON

    Hotel check-in according to the confirmed arrival time, with a short neighborhood orientation when time permits.

    EVENING

    Welcome dinner or free evening near the hotel; final choice depends on flight timing.

    TRANSPORTAirport transfer by private coach or vehicle OVERNIGHTTokyo
  2. Traditional Tokyo
    DAY 2 Tokyo

    Traditional Tokyo

    MORNING

    Visit Asakusa, Senso-ji Temple and Nakamise shopping street before peak crowds.

    AFTERNOON

    Continue to the Imperial Palace plaza and a traditional district such as Ueno or Yanaka.

    EVENING

    Optional izakaya dinner, cultural performance or guided food walk.

    TRANSPORTPrivate coach with walking sections OVERNIGHTTokyo
  3. Modern Tokyo
    DAY 3 Tokyo

    Modern Tokyo

    MORNING

    Meiji Jingu Shrine and Harajuku, contrasting a forest sanctuary with youth culture.

    AFTERNOON

    Explore Shibuya Crossing and a contemporary district such as Odaiba, Ginza or Roppongi.

    EVENING

    Optional observation-deck visit for the illuminated skyline.

    TRANSPORTPrivate coach and urban walking OVERNIGHTTokyo
  4. Nikko World Heritage
    DAY 4 Nikko

    Nikko World Heritage

    MORNING

    Travel from Tokyo to the UNESCO-listed Toshogu Shrine complex.

    AFTERNOON

    Continue to Kegon Falls and Lake Chuzenji when road and seasonal conditions allow.

    EVENING

    Return to Tokyo and enjoy a free evening near the hotel.

    TRANSPORTFull-day private coach OVERNIGHTTokyo
  5. Mt. Fuji & Lake Kawaguchi
    DAY 5 Mt. Fuji / Lake Kawaguchi

    Mt. Fuji & Lake Kawaguchi

    MORNING

    Depart early for the Fuji Five Lakes area; visit Chureito Pagoda viewpoint or Mt. Fuji 5th Station subject to season and weather.

    AFTERNOON

    Explore Lake Kawaguchi and Oshino Hakkai, with a local lunch and scenic photo stops.

    EVENING

    Continue to an onsen hotel for dinner and a Japanese-style stay.

    TRANSPORTFull-day private coach OVERNIGHTFuji–Hakone area
  6. Hakone & Lake Ashi
    DAY 6 Hakone

    Hakone & Lake Ashi

    MORNING

    Ride the Hakone Ropeway or visit Owakudani, subject to operating conditions.

    AFTERNOON

    Lake Ashi cruise and Hakone Shrine area, with views of Mt. Fuji when weather permits.

    EVENING

    Onsen hotel dinner or return transfer according to the confirmed routing.

    TRANSPORTPrivate coach with ropeway and cruise OVERNIGHTHakone
  7. Travel to Kyoto
    DAY 7 Tokyo → Kyoto

    Travel to Kyoto

    MORNING

    Hotel check-out and luggage coordination; transfer to Tokyo or Shinagawa Station.

    AFTERNOON

    Reserved-seat Shinkansen journey to Kyoto, followed by station meet-and-assist and hotel transfer.

    EVENING

    Introductory walk through Nishiki Market or Gion, depending on arrival time.

    TRANSPORTShinkansen plus local private transfer OVERNIGHTKyoto
  8. Kyoto Heritage
    DAY 8 Kyoto

    Kyoto Heritage

    MORNING

    Early visit to Fushimi Inari Taisha, followed by a guided walk through Higashiyama.

    AFTERNOON

    Kiyomizu-dera and a selected cultural activity such as tea ceremony, kimono or craft workshop.

    EVENING

    Stroll through Gion; optional group dinner with seasonal Kyoto cuisine.

    TRANSPORTPrivate coach with walking sections OVERNIGHTKyoto
  9. Nara Deer Park
    DAY 9 Nara

    Nara Deer Park

    MORNING

    Todai-ji Temple and the Great Buddha Hall with guided historical context.

    AFTERNOON

    Walk through Nara Park and visit Kasuga Taisha or the old Naramachi district.

    EVENING

    Continue to the confirmed hotel city for check-in and dinner.

    TRANSPORTPrivate coach with park walking OVERNIGHTKyoto or Osaka
  10. Hiroshima Peace Memorial
    DAY 10 Hiroshima

    Hiroshima Peace Memorial

    MORNING

    Guided visit to Peace Memorial Park, the Atomic Bomb Dome and museum.

    AFTERNOON

    Continue with a local cultural or food experience, allowing suitable reflection time for the group.

    EVENING

    Optional Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki dinner.

    TRANSPORTPrivate coach, tram or walking OVERNIGHTHiroshima
  11. Miyajima & Himeji
    DAY 11 Hiroshima → Himeji

    Miyajima & Himeji

    MORNING

    Morning ferry excursion to Miyajima and Itsukushima Shrine.

    AFTERNOON

    Travel east to Himeji for a castle exterior or full visit depending on timing.

    EVENING

    Continue to Osaka and check in for the final sector.

    TRANSPORTFerry, Shinkansen and private transfer OVERNIGHTOsaka
  12. Osaka Highlights
    DAY 12 Osaka

    Osaka Highlights

    MORNING

    Osaka Castle Park and a panoramic city introduction.

    AFTERNOON

    Kuromon Market, Umeda or a selected experience such as food-making or a river cruise.

    EVENING

    Dotonbori and Shinsaibashi evening walk with free dining time.

    TRANSPORTPrivate coach and walking OVERNIGHTOsaka
  13. Departure from Osaka
    DAY 13 Osaka

    Departure from Osaka

    MORNING

    Hotel breakfast and check-out; luggage stored or loaded according to the flight schedule.

    AFTERNOON

    If time allows, visit Osaka Castle Park, Kuromon Market or a final shopping district.

    EVENING

    Private transfer to Kansai International Airport with departure assistance.

    TRANSPORTPrivate vehicle to Kansai International Airport OVERNIGHTDeparture day
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