Wonderful Japan - 10 Nights

Arrive in Tokyo and meet your English-speaking assistant who will help activate your Japan Rail Pass and guide you to your hotel via public transport. The rest of the day is free to relax or explore the city on your own.

Overnight stay in Tokyo.

Hotel: Sunshine City Prince Hotel ★ ★ ★
Room: Panorama Floor

After breakfast, begin your guided exploration of Tokyo. Start with a peaceful visit to Meiji Shrine, set within a lush forested area dedicated to Emperor Meiji. Experience traditional Japanese culture and rituals. Continue to the vibrant district of Harajuku, known for its unique street fashion, quirky boutiques, and youthful energy. Head to Asakusa to visit Senso-ji, Tokyo’s oldest and most iconic temple. Walk along Nakamise Street, lined with traditional snacks and souvenir shops. End the tour in Shinjuku, one of Tokyo’s busiest districts. Enjoy panoramic views from the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building observatory.

Return to the hotel on your own and enjoy the evening at leisure.

Overnight stay in Tokyo.

Hotel: Sunshine City Prince Hotel ★ ★ ★
Room: Panorama Floor
Meals: Breakfast

After breakfast, enjoy a full day at leisure to explore Tokyo at your own pace. You may opt for an optional guided experience covering the lively Tsukiji Outer Market, where you can taste fresh seafood and local delicacies. Continue to the charming old-town atmosphere of Yanaka, offering a glimpse of traditional Tokyo life. Later, visit the world-famous Shibuya Crossing, one of the busiest pedestrian crossings in the world. 

Alternatively, you can explore shopping districts, themed cafés, or simply enjoy Tokyo’s vibrant nightlife.

Overnight in Tokyo

After breakfast, make your way to the station and board the high-speed Shinkansen to Kanazawa (approx. 2.5 hours). Upon arrival, the day is free to explore this culturally rich city at your own pace. Visit Kenrokuen Garden, considered one of Japan’s most beautiful landscape gardens. You may also explore Omicho Market, famous for fresh seafood, and stroll through the historic Nagamachi Samurai District, known for preserved residences and narrow lanes.

Overnight in Kanazawa

Hotel: Kanazawa New Grand Hotel Premier ★ ★ ★ ★
Room: Standard Room
Meals: Breakfast

Take a scenic coach ride to Shirakawa-go for a visit to its historic thatched-roof houses. Continue to Takayama and enjoy a traditional ryokan experience with dinner.

Overnight stay in Takayama.

Hotel: Hoshokaku Ryokan ★ ★ ★
Room: Japanese Room
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

After breakfast, visit the lively morning markets and optionally explore Takayama Jinya, a historic government house. Later, travel via Nagoya to Hiroshima using your Japan Rail Pass, experiencing Japan’s efficient rail network.

Arrive and check in to your hotel. Evening at leisure.

Hotel: Tokyu REI Hotel ★ ★ ★
Room: Standard Room
Meals: Breakfast

After breakfast, enjoy a free day to explore Hiroshima. You may visit the moving Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park and Atomic Bomb Dome, reflecting on the city’s history and resilience. Optional excursion to Miyajima Island to see the iconic Itsukushima Shrine, famous for its “floating” torii gate. Enjoy scenic views, local street food, and a peaceful island atmosphere.

Overnight in Hiroshima

Hotel: Tokyu REI Hotel ★ ★ ★
Room: Standard Room
Meals: Breakfast

After breakfast, travel to Kyoto by Shinkansen. En route, you may stop at Himeji Castle, a UNESCO-listed site and one of Japan’s best-preserved castles. Continue to Kyoto, check in, and enjoy the evening at leisure.

Overnight in Kyoto

Hotel: Ala Hotel Kyoto ★ ★ ★ ★
Room: Standard Room
Meals: Breakfast

After breakfast, begin a guided exploration of Kyoto’s cultural treasures. Visit Kiyomizu-dera, offering stunning views of the city. Walk through the traditional streets of Sannenzaka lined with shops and cafés. Continue to Ryoan-ji, famous for its minimalist Zen rock garden. Visit the iconic Kinkaku-ji, covered in gold leaf and surrounded by serene gardens.

End at Sanjusangen-do, home to 1,001 statues of Kannon.

Overnight in Kyoto

Hotel: Ala Hotel Kyoto ★ ★ ★ ★
Room: Standard Room
Meals: Breakfast

After breakfast, travel to Nara for a guided tour. Visit Todai-ji, housing one of the world’s largest bronze Buddha statues, and Kasuga Taisha, known for its thousands of lanterns. Walk through Nara Park, where friendly deer roam freely. On your return, stop at Fushimi Inari Taisha, famous for its thousands of red torii gates forming scenic pathways.

Overnight in Kyoto

Hotel: Ala Hotel Kyoto ★ ★ ★ ★
Room: Standard Room
Meals: Breakfast

After breakfast, check out and proceed via public transport to Kansai International Airport for your departure. Take back unforgettable memories of Japan’s rich culture, landscapes, and hospitality.

Meals: Breakfast