Delve Deep: Japan 2024-25

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TRIP VIBE = iconic sights and in-depth adventures with a local Trip Leader. Don’t just want to see Japan, but EXPERIENCE it? In all its ancient, futuristic, kooky, incredible glory? You’re in luck. In under two weeks, this Delve Deep trip gives you the highlights and the hidden gems. The culture and the crazy. The ultra-modern and the historic. The scenery ...
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Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate

Highlights

    • -Visit the Meiji Shrine in Tokyo
    • -Walking tour of Tokyo’s Harajuku and Shibuya districts with Trip Leader
    • -Experience the Goma Ritual of consecrated fire at Fukagawa Fudo-do Temple
    • -Bullet train to Takayama
    • -Visit the morning riverside markets in Takayama
    • -Visit to Hida folk village
    • -Sake tasting at a local brewery
    • -Visit Takayama Jinya
    • -Visit the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park and Museum
    • -Okonomiyaki dinner experience in Hiroshima

What's this trip about?

    TRIP VIBE = iconic sights and in-depth adventures with a local Trip Leader. Don’t just want to see Japan, but EXPERIENCE it? In all its ancient, futuristic, kooky, incredible glory? You’re in luck. In under two weeks, this Delve Deep trip gives you the highlights and the hidden gems. The culture and the crazy. The ultra-modern and the historic. The scenery and the cities. And all the ramen, okonomiyaki, udon, katsu, yakitori and sake your fat pants can handle (you packed those, right?). This is your insider guide. Japan is waiting.

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeSmall Group - max of 20 people
Age range18 to 35 years
Flights and transport
Start CityTokyo
End CityOsaka

Travel Themes

  • Cultural

Destinations

Attractions

  • Hiroshima
  • Kyoto
  • Osaka
  • Takayama
  • Tokyo

Activities

  • Culture

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 20

Trip includes

    • High-speed trains and public transport

Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1: Tokyo (Japan)

You ready for 12 UNbelievable days of delving deep into Japanese culture? Discovering the ultra-modern, the ancient traditions and alllll the local eats – plus the weird, whacky and totally wonderful in between? We thought so. First: say konnichiwa to your fell...

Day 2: Tokyo

Down your cup of matcha cos we’ve got an INCRED day ahead of us. First up, it’s time for the Meiji Shrine to SHINE. Tokyo’s grandest Shinto shrine – take in all the spiritual vibes, make an offering and wander the blooming (or not) gardens. Important: you gotta...

Day 3: Tokyo

It’s your last day in Tokyo – so, you do you. Wanna spend your day breathing in the fresh mountain air? Join a day tour of Mount Fuji and Hakone. Outta-this-world scenery. Gobsmacking beauty. A side of Japan you only see IRL. It’s giving allll the feels. This e...

Day 4: Tokyo – Takayama

Rise and shine – it’s an early start to get the iconic Shinkansen (bullet train FYI) to Takayama. Glue your face to the window as we zoom through the incredible Japanese Alps. Once we’ve pulled in, we''ll check into our authentic AF accommodation: a traditional...

Day 5: Takayama

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day – so we’ll kick things off traditional-style in the ryokan before visiting the bustling morning riverside markets. Tighten those Nike laces to explore Takayama Jinya – the last remaining government outpost from th...

Day 6: Takayama – Hiroshima

Hiroshima: we’re coming for you. Grab a delish bento box to tuck into on the train. When we arrive this afternoon, we’ll make our way to the Memorial Peace Park and its museum. Here, we’ll discover the tragic events of 6 August 1945 when the world’s first nucle...

Day 7: Hiroshima – Miyajima – Hiroshima

All aboard the ferry to the island of Miyajima! First up, check out the incred Itsukushima Shrine. Then, we''ve got the whole afternoon to explore before settling in for sunset. The floating torii gate is pretty spectacular. Back in Hiroshima: use your free tim...

Day 8: Hiroshima – Kyoto

Another day of living your best life, let’s get it! Today, we’re hitting the tracks to Japan’s traditional capital, Kyoto. Home to over 2,000 temples and shrines, this place ticks all the spiritual boxes. We’ll visit the incredible Fushimi Inari Shrine – with p...

Day 9: Kyoto

Rise n shine travel besties, it’s time to see what Kyoto’s got to offer. And we’re delving in deep with a full day of sightseeing. First up: Kinkaku-ji. Alter ego: Temple of the Golden Pavilion. Zen vibes allll day. Ready to feel like you’re in an enchanted lan...

Day 10: Kyoto – Osaka

And just when you thought your jeans couldn’t get any tighter – today we’re headed for Osaka: the foodie capital of Japan. Here, they even have a word for “scoff till you drop” – kuidaore. Wanna put it to the test? We’ve got a date with Dotonbori Market on the agenda. Authentic street food that slaps? Sorted.

Meals: Breakfast

Day 11: Osaka

Tuck into another included brekkie before heading out to do your own thing. It’s your chance to uncover the real Osaka – so make every second count. Foodie? Opt for a ramen and gyoza cooking class that’ll have you scribbling down recipes like there''s no tomorr...

Day 12: Osaka

After breakfast it’s sayonara to the Land of the Rising Sun and our newfound travel fam. Swap Snapchats and start planning that next adventure.

Meals: Breakfast

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Dates & Availability

Price From $3,329
Price per day$277
Last Updated: 3/14/2025
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23 Mar 2025
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Logistics

Accommodation

-9 nights in hotel-style accommodation (twin or double), 2 nights in traditional ryokan

Transportation & Flights

High-speed trains and public transport,

Transportation & flights

High-speed trains and public transport
Cancellation policy
If you cancel more than 60 days prior to departure you may request in writing that we provide you with a rolling deposit voucher for a future trip. The voucher must be redeemed within two years from the date of first cancellation. The voucher can be transferred to a friend but cannot be transferred a second time. One voucher can be redeemed per person per trip. If you cancel within 60 days of departure you will need to pay our applicable cancellation fee based on the cancellation policy at time of booking. The balance of your trip must be paid no later than 60 days prior to your trip departure date. If you do not pay within this period we may cancel your booking and your deposit will be forfeited. Full payment is required if you make a booking within 60 days of the departure date; if you then wish to cancel, standard cancellation terms apply. If your booking is a special offer we may require full payment (including any pre- and post-accommodation and sundry service charges) by such earlier time as specified in the offer.
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Meals Included

Breakfasts: 11

Lunches: 0

Dinners: 3

Age Requirements
18 to 35 years
Optional Activities
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