Top Japan Budget Vacation Packages In 2025/2026

Self-Guided / Independent Tour

Why we love them

With a wide range of trip styles, Exodus caters to every type of traveler out there- even those with specific interests from cycling to winter hiking.

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Moderate

Visits

Kumano Kodo, Kyoto, Osaka

Highlights

Walk the ancient pilgrimage route Kumano Kodo, one of Japan’s most remote and rewarding journeys
Witness the Grand Shrines, bathe in the hot spring thermal waters, and admire stunning views over the mountains towards the Pacific Ocean
Immerse yourself in Japanese culture, staying at traditional ryokans and minshuku guesthouses

Themes

Hiking & Walking

What travelers are saying

"The booking process for my forthcoming trip to Peru on the Salkantay trek in November went very smoothly"

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26% OFF$6,750

11 days From$5,000

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Shikoku Pilgrimage Trail

By Exodus Travels

premier

4.7/5 Excellent

Self-Guided / Independent Tour

Why we love them

With a wide range of trip styles, Exodus caters to every type of traveler out there- even those with specific interests from cycling to winter hiking.

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Moderate

Visits

Kyoto, Osaka

Highlights

Walk the most beautiful parts of the Shikoku 88 Temple Pilgrimage trail in Tokushima, Kagawa and Ehime
Climb the iconic ladder to the meditation spot used by Kobo Daishi, founder of Shingon Buddhism
Experience an authentic pilgrimage journey, staying in traditional Minshuku, Ryokan, and Shukubo temple lodging, with authentic Shojin-Ryori Buddhist vegetarian cuisine

Themes

Hiking & Walking

What travelers are saying

"The booking process for my forthcoming trip to Peru on the Salkantay trek in November went very smoothly"

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26% OFF$6,831

11 days From$5,060

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Walk the Nakasendo Trail

By Exodus Travels

premier

4.7/5 Excellent

Self-Guided / Independent Tour

Why we love them

With a wide range of trip styles, Exodus caters to every type of traveler out there- even those with specific interests from cycling to winter hiking.

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Moderate

Visits

Kyoto, Matsumoto, Nakasendo Trail, Tokyo, Tsumago

Highlights

Village to village walking on the loveliest parts of the old Nakasendo Trail in the picturesque Kiso Valley and Karuizawa
See Matsumoto castle, one of Japan's best historic castles
Visit the exquisitely preserved villages of Magome, Tsumago and Narai
Bathe in the thermal waters at a hot-spring Ryokan

Themes

Hiking & Walking

What travelers are saying

"The booking process for my forthcoming trip to Peru on the Salkantay trek in November went very smoothly"

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26% OFF$6,831

11 days From$5,060

Health Safety +

Generous cancellation

Your trip, your way, planned by an expert:

You choose budget, destinations, activities, transport & lodging type
Expert designs the itinerary for you, and once approved, takes care of logistics

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Japan Highlights 8D/7N

preferred

4.8/5 Excellent

Self-Guided / Independent Tour

Lodging level

Basic - 2 star

Physical level

Strenuous

Trip pace

Full schedule

Visits

Hakone, Hiroshima, Kyoto, Osaka, Tokyo

Highlights

Make your way through Japan on bullet trains Start and end your adventure in Tokyo Hop on a city sightseeing open-air bus in Hiroshima See the highlights of Kyoto on an included half-day excursion Explore Hakone, Kyoto, Hiroshima and Osaka

What travelers are saying

"We had an amazing experience in South Korea thanks to Bamba. The itinerary was well-planned, the transportation was comfortable, and the tours were unforgettable. We would definitely book with them again!"

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29% OFF$4,939

8 days From$3,528

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Tokyo Welcome Package 4D/3N (with Narita Airport Transfer)

preferred

4.8/5 Excellent

Self-Guided / Independent Tour

Lodging level

Basic - 2 star

Physical level

Strenuous

Trip pace

Full schedule

Visits

Tokyo

Highlights

Enjoy a full free day to explore this amazing city on your own Get a bird’s eye view of the city from the World Trade Center Take a relaxing cruise on Tokyo’s enchanting Sumida River Experience the Asakusa Kannon Temple & Imperial Palace

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29% OFF$1,908

4 days From$1,363

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Hakone Discovery, Gateway to Mt. Fuji 3D/2N

preferred

4.8/5 Excellent

Self-Guided / Independent Tour

Lodging level

Basic - 2 star

Physical level

Strenuous

Trip pace

Full schedule

Visits

Hakone, Tokyo

Highlights

See the highlights of Hakone Enjoy unlimited use of Odakyu affiliated transportation Explore Mt. Fuji on your own from Hakone

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29% OFF$1,683

3 days From$1,202

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Tokyo Welcome Package 3D/2N (without Airport Transfer)

preferred

4.8/5 Excellent

Self-Guided / Independent Tour

Lodging level

Basic - 2 star

Physical level

Strenuous

Trip pace

Full schedule

Visits

Tokyo

Highlights

Get a bird’s eye view of the city from world trade Experience the Asakusa Kannon Temple and Imperial Palace Take a relaxing cruise on Tokyo’s enchanting Sumida River

What travelers are saying

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29% OFF$1,131

3 days From$808

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Tokyo Welcome Package 4D/3N (without Airport Transfer)

preferred

4.8/5 Excellent

Self-Guided / Independent Tour

Lodging level

Basic - 2 star

Physical level

Strenuous

Trip pace

Full schedule

Visits

Tokyo

Highlights

Take a relaxing cruise on Tokyo’s enchanting Sumida River Enjoy a full free day to explore this amazing city on your own Experience the Asakusa Kannon Temple & Imperial Palace Get a bird’s eye view of the city from the World Trade Center

What travelers are saying