Historical Japan from Osaka to Tokyo

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Staring in Osaka and ending in Tokyo via Hiroshima, Kyoto, and Hakone, this 9-day tour will take you through the essence of Japan. Get a glimpse of what the streets looked like during the Edo Period at the Osaka Museum of Housing and Living. Spot the floating torii gate of the Itsukushima Shrine on Miyajima Island. Walk along the path consisting of numerous v...
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Overview

Trip type
Private Guided
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Overnight in Miyajima Island with a chance to see Itsukushima Shrine in the evening
    • Explore Kyoto's highlights including the Nijo Castle and Fushimi Inari Shrine
    • Discover the charm of Hakone at your own pace with Hakone Free Pass
    • Experience artistic tea ceremony in Tokyo's teahouse

What's this trip about?

    Staring in Osaka and ending in Tokyo via Hiroshima, Kyoto, and Hakone, this 9-day tour will take you through the essence of Japan. Get a glimpse of what the streets looked like during the Edo Period at the Osaka Museum of Housing and Living. Spot the floating torii gate of the Itsukushima Shrine on Miyajima Island. Walk along the path consisting of numerous vermeil torii gates inside Fushimi Inari Shrine. Spend a night in the Hakone area and explore on your own with Hakone Free Pass. In Tokyo, you will have a unique tea ceremony experience in a teahouse.

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizePrivate - your group only
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityOsaka
End CityTokyo

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Education / Learning
  • National Parks
  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Photography

Destinations

Activities

  • Culture
  • History
  • Nature
  • Photography
  • Historic Sightseeing

Trip includes

    • Entrance fees for the scenic spots as listed in the itinerary
    • Trains: Osaka - Hiroshima, Hiroshima - Kyoto, Kyoto - Hakone, Hakone - Tokyo
    • 4-star accommodation with daily breakfast
    • Private tour guide with public transportation on Day 2, Day 3, Day 5, and Day 8
    • Ferry boat between Hiroshima and Miyajima
    • Two-day Hakone Free Pass
    • Private airport transfer from the airport to the hotel on the Arrival Day

Itinerary

Travel Map
Day 1 Arrival in Osaka

Meet your private driver at the airport upon your arrival in Osaka, and head to your hotel in a comfortable vehicle. Settle in and have the remaining time at leisure to recover from the long journey. Overnight: Osaka

Day 2 Osaka Sightseeing (B)

Begin your Osaka exploration with a private tour guide using public transportation. Gain a unique glimpse of the streets of Osaka during the Edo Period through recreated houses inside the Osaka Museum of Housing and Living. Stroll around the vibrant Kuromon Market at ...

Day 3 Osaka - Hiroshima - Miyajima (B)

After breakfast, proceed to Hiroshima by Shinkansen (about 2 hours). A local guide will meet you at the railway station and take you to visit Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, the site to remember the victims of the nuclear attack during World War II. Learn about the hor...

Day 4 Miyajima - Hiroshima - Kyoto (B)

Have the morning at leisure. You can walk for a few minutes to see the "floating" torii gate again or go up Mount Misen by ropeway to take in the spectacular views of the Seto Inland Sea. Later, return to Hiroshima by ferry and find your way to the railway station for the train to Kyoto (about 2 hours).

Meal: Breakfast Overnight: Kyoto

Day 5 Kyoto Sightseeing (B)

Get acquainted with ancient Kyoto with your private guide using public transportation. Visit the photogenic Kinkaku-ji Temple (people also call it the Golden Pavilion) in the morning, followed by the Nijo Castle - one of the best- known castles in Japan. At noontime, ...

Day 6 Kyoto - Hakone (B)

Find your way to the railway station for the train to Hakone. Upon arrival, get to the hotel by yourself. The rest of the day is free for your own exploration. The included Hakone Free Pass will provide you with unlimited use of Odakyu-affiliated buses, trains, boats,...

Day 7 Hakone - Tokyo (B)

Continue to enjoy your journey in Hakone with Hakone Free Pass. You may cruise over Lake Ashinoko with chances to see vista views of Mount Fuji, relax with hot springs in the hotel, or ramble around Open Air Museum to enjoy exhibiting sculptures and paintings.

In the afternoon, make your way to the railway station for the train to Tokyo. Meal: Breakfast Overnight: Tokyo

Day 8 Tokyo Sightseeing (B)

Along with your private tour guide enjoy a full-day Tokyo city tour by public transportation. The first stop is Meiji Shrine, an important Shinto temple dedicated to Emperor Meiji and his wife. Later, head to the East Garden of the Imperial Palace, followed by an arti...

Day 9 Tokyo, Departure (B)

Your Japan journey comes to an end today. Hop on the convenient airport shuttle (pay at your own expense) to the airport (pay at your own expense) and board your homebound flight with wonderful memories. Meal: Breakfast

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Dates & Availability

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Price per day$464
Last Updated: 2/20/2025

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • International flight arrival in Osaka or departure from Tokyo
    • Visa Application & Visa Fee
    • Payment Transaction Fee
    • Gratuities to the guides and drivers
    • Travel Insurance
    • Personal Expenses or any other item not listed in the itinerary
    • Optional Activities either recommended by tour guides or out of your own interests

Accommodation

is shared in a double/twin room. Single supplement applies.

Travel Insurance
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Meals Included
8 Breakfasts
Age Requirements
No age restrictions
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Trip ID
TS-TS-JP-002

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