Japan's Highlight with Cherry Blossom(Mini Group Tour)

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In this exclusive mini-group tour of no more than seven participants, you will experience Japan's most enchanting season with a more leisurely pace and affordable pricing. You will see breathtaking Sakura blossoms and create unforgettable memories. Your journey begins at Tokyo’s Meiji Shrine and Senso-ji Temple, followed by a Sumida River cruise offering stun...
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Visit iconic attractions such as Meiji Jingu Shrine and Sensoji Temple.
    • Take a boat tour of Lake Kawaguchi and enjoy the magnificent view of Mount Fuji.
    • Cruise on the Sumida River and watch the cherry blossoms along the coast.
    • Wear a kimono to experience the Japanese tea ceremony and cooking class
    • Encounter the cute deer in Nara Park

What's this trip about?

    In this exclusive mini-group tour of no more than seven participants, you will experience Japan's most enchanting season with a more leisurely pace and affordable pricing. You will see breathtaking Sakura blossoms and create unforgettable memories. Your journey begins at Tokyo’s Meiji Shrine and Senso-ji Temple, followed by a Sumida River cruise offering stunning cherry blossom views. Enjoy diverse perspectives of the majestic Mount Fuji. In Kyoto, explore historical sites like Kinkakuji Temple, and immerse yourself in traditional Japanese culture with a tea ceremony and bento cooking class. Your adventure also includes an excursion to Nara, where you can encounter deer amidst falling cherry petals and much more.

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - max of 7 people
Age range2 years and up
Flights and transportAll internal transport included (including local flights)
Start CityTokyo
End CityOsaka

Travel Themes

  • Culinary & Wine
  • Cultural

Destinations

Activities

  • Cooking
  • Culture
  • Historic Sightseeing
  • History
  • Nature
  • Photography

Min Group Size

  • Min Group Size: 2

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 7

Trip includes

    • 7-night accommodation at well-selected 3-4 star hotels with daily breakfast (based on two persons sharing one room)
    • Meals: 1 lunch and 1 dinner
    • Tours: Full-day Tokyo city tour, Full-day Kyoto city tour, Full-day Hakone tour
    • Shinkansen: Tokyo - Kyoto, Bus: Tokyo - Hakone, Kyoto - Nara, Nara - Kyoto

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival, Tokyo

Your adventure starts in Tokyo, where ancient traditions and modern life seamlessly merge. Once you arrive, head to your downtown hotel to check in, then enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure.

Optional: Private transfer from the airport to the hotel

overnight: Tokyo

Accommodation: Dormy Inn Premium Ginza Hot Springs or similar

Day 2: Tokyo City Sightseeing

Begin your day with an enlightening visit to the Meiji Shrine, a cornerstone of Shintoism in Japan. Here, you can engage in a variety of traditional activities, such as paying respects, discovering your fortune, and making wishes, just as the locals do. Afterward, str...

Day 3: Tokyo - Hakone: take a cruise on the Lake Kawaguchi to admire the Mt. Fuji 

After a delightful breakfast, you'll be whisked away on a two-hour scenic drive to a peaceful retreat that presents the splendor of Mt. Fuji from various perspectives. Your first stop is the tranquil Oshino Hakkai and the Arakurayama Sengen Shrine, where you'll have t...

Day 4: Tokyo, Free Day

Unwind and take a self-guided tour of Tokyo today. Stroll through the pulsating energy of Shibuya Crossing, delight in the culinary diversity of Japan's food scene, and unexpectedly find yourself in a picturesque enclave of cherry blossoms. Let the city's vibrant spirit sweep you away.

Overnight: Tokyo

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Dormy Inn Premium Ginza Hot Springs or similar

Day 5: Kyoto: Put on a kimono and experience the tea ceremony class

Today, you'll dive into the rich heritage of Kyoto. After breakfast, take the Shinkansen to Kyoto and check into your hotel. Once you've had some time to relax, set off on an afternoon exploration of Gion, Kyoto's most famous geisha district. Upon reaching Gion, you'l...

Day 6: Stroll through the tranquil bamboo forest of Arashiyama and meet adorable deer in Nara Park

After a hearty breakfast to fuel your day, start with a rejuvenating stroll through Arashiyama Bamboo Forest. The forest's air, rich in negative ions, refreshes your body, while the tranquil rustling of the bamboo soothes your mind. Next, visit the Golden Pavilion (Ki...

Day 7: Kyoto, Bento Cooking Class

Experience the essence of Japanese cuisine by participating in our 3-hour interactive Bento cooking session. With the assistance of an English instructor, you'll be taught to prepare a bento box, a daily lunch staple in Japan, filled with delectable items like salad, ...

Day 8: Osaka, Departure

Today marks the conclusion of your delightful journey through Japan. After savoring your final breakfast, make your way to KIX airport in Osaka to catch your flight back home, carrying with you a treasure trove of unforgettable memories.

Optional: Private transfer from Kyoto to KIX airport in Osaka

Meals: Breakfast

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Dates & Availability

Price From $2,989
Price per day$374
Last Updated: 2/5/2025
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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • Any Flight arriving in Tokyo or departing from Osaka
    • Airport transfer on the arrival day or departure day
    • Optional tours are recommended in the itinerary
    • Meals, other personal expenses or Any items not listed in the itinerary and "Inclusions" above
    • Payment transaction fee
    • Gratuities to guides or drivers
    • Travel insurance
    • Excess baggage charge

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Age Requirements
2 years and up
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