DAY 1 USA - Tokyo

Board your international flight to Tokyo, Japan, and begin your exciting journey to the Land of the Rising Sun.

DAY 2 Arrive Tokyo

Upon arrival at Tokyo International Airport (NRT) , transfer to your city hotel by Airport Limousine Bus. The remainder of the day is at leisure to relax or begin exploring Tokyo at your own pace.
*Please schedule your arrival between 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM to take advantage of the included airport transfer.

DAY 3 Tokyo

Today, explore Tokyo’s highlights, including the Imperial Palace East Gardens, the lively Tsukiji Outer Market, and the upscale Ginza district. Enjoy lunch on your own at one of the many local restaurants. Continue to the iconic Tokyo Skytree, Japan’s tallest tower, for panoramic views of the city. In the evening, savor a traditional Sukiyaki dinner at a local restaurant before returning to your hotel.

Included: Breakfast at hotel, Dinner

DAY 4 Tokyo

Visit the peaceful Meiji Shrine, one of Tokyo’s most important Shinto shrines, followed by the famous Shibuya Crossing, one of the world’s busiest intersections.Continue to Asakusa to explore the traditional Nakamise Street and visit the historic Senso-ji Temple. Enjoy a scenic ride on a Tokyo Water Taxi while taking in views of the city from the waterfront.

Included: Breakfast at hotel, Lunch

DAY 5 Tokyo -- Mt Fuji - Kawaguchiko

Today, travel to the scenic Mt. Fuji area and visit Mt. Fuji 5th Station (Gogōme), located on the slopes of Japan’s iconic mountain, offering spectacular views of the surrounding landscape (weather permitting).
Continue to Oshino Hakkai, a charming traditional village known for its crystal-clear spring ponds and views of Mt. Fuji. Lunch on your own before relaxing at your hot spring resort and experiencing the peaceful atmosphere of a Japanese onsen.

Included: Breakfast at hotel, Dinner at hotel

DAY 6 Hakone - Bullet Train - Kyoto

Today, experience Japan’s famous Shinkansen (bullet train) to Kyoto. In the afternoon, visit the magnificent Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion), a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its stunning gold-leaf exterior and beautiful garden setting. In the evening, enjoy a traditional Shabu-Shabu dinner at a local restaurant.

Included: Breakfast at hotel, Dinner

DAY 7 Kyoto

After breakfast, visit the enchanting Sagano Bamboo Forest and explore the charming Arashiyama District, known for its beautiful scenery and traditional atmosphere. Continue to Nishiki Market, Kyoto’s famous food market , where you can enjoy lunch on your own and sample local specialties, . In the afternoon, experience the traditional tea ceremony, an introduction to Japan’s refined tea culture and customs. Later, enjoy free time in the historic Gion district, known for its traditional streets, teahouses, and geisha culture.

Included: Breakfast at hotel, Dinner

DAY 8 Kyoto - Nara - Osaka

Today, enjoy an excursion to Nara, Japan’s first permanent capital, surrounded by scenic wooded hills and home to eight UNESCO World Heritage sites. Visit Nara Park, famous for its friendly deer, and the beautiful Isuien Garden, a masterpiece of traditional Japanese landscaping. After lunch on your own, continue to Osaka and explore Kuromon Ichiba Market, a lively food paradise featuring more than 150 stalls offering local delicacies. Stroll through Shinsaibashi, Osaka’s renowned shopping district known as the “Champs-Élysées of the East.”
End the day with a memorable Kobe beef dinner at a local restaurant before returning to your hotel.

Included: Breakfast at hotel, Dinner

DAY 9 Osaka

This morning, visit the Floating Garden Observatory at the Umeda Sky Building, one of Osaka’s most iconic landmarks, offering breathtaking panoramic views of the city skyline. Continue to Osaka Castle Tower, where an informative museum showcases the castle’s rich history and the legacy of Toyotomi Hideyoshi. From the top floor, enjoy spectacular views overlooking Osaka Castle Park and the surrounding city. The afternoon is free at leisure for shopping and exploring Osaka at your own pace.

Included: Breakfast at hotel

DAY 10 Osaka - USA

After breakfast, enjoy a relaxing morning at leisure. Later, take the Airport Limousine Bus to the airport for your return flight home, bringing your memorable Japan journey to an end.

Included: Breakfast at hotel