Tours departing from:
tokyo

Home to sumo wrestling, sake, geishas, karaoke and traditional onsens, Japan is an extraordinary land. On this tour you can expect a frenetic pace one day and a tranquil experience the next. Take in the neon nightlife of Tokyo, relax in the manicured gardens of Nikko and discover thousands of years of culture and history in Hakone and Kyoto. From world-class sushi to legendary samurai, this enigmatic nation is a traveller's delight. Get back to basics and see the best of Japan without busting yo...more »

Tokyo is full of fascinating contradictions, and a private guided tour is a great way to encounter the many characters of the city. Try delicate Japanese cuisine, boat the Sumida River and enjoy the hospitality of a ryokan (traditional inn). Visit a sumo stable, explore ornate gardens and be sure to sample some sashimi at the Tsukiji fish market....more »

Play with high-tech gadgets in Osaka and embrace the cultural heartland of Kyoto, capture the highlights of Japan on this condensed tour through Japan beginning in metropolitan Tokyo. Savour the region’s culinary delicacies and the beautiful views at Mt Fuji. You\'ll stay in a traditional Ryokan and really soak up the local culture in onsen hot springs. A great combination of included activities and free time, this adventure provides a taste of the rich culture of Japan....more »

Tokyo and Kyoto—the modern and imperial capitals of Japan, respectively—represent the perfect merger of the ancient and the contemporary. On this trip, you’ll thoroughly explore both and everything in between, from traditional villages and miles of rice fields to ancient temples and the stunning vistas of the Japanese Alps. Snow monkeys, geishas, the teeming pedestrian scrambles of Tokyo’s Shibuya district and the impossibly friendly staff of your traditional ryokan are just a few of the...more »

Ever-welcoming and always fascinating, Japan is a land of ancient cultures, austere traditions and groundbreaking technology. Experience the best that this diverse country has to offer from the excitement of lively Tokyo to the sacred resting places of shoguns at Nikko. Feast on local delights at a Takayama market, make a sobering visit to the Hiroshima Peace Park and explore magnificent Kyoto temples. Discover ancient castles, lush countryside and fascinating feudal history on this authentic tr...more »

Pack some winter gear and head out to explore the far north of Japan - a fascinating and rarely visited part of this diverse country. See the amazing Sapporo Snow Festival and enjoy some of Hokkaido's energising winter sports. Return south to visit Nikko - a truly beautiful winter wonderland, peppered with ancient temples, gardens and shrines. Bookended by days in Japan's electric capital, this trip mixes the energy and excitement of Tokyo with the serenity of Nikko's temples and the white beaut...more »

Linger in the gardens of Kyoto, shoot through the mountain air on a Shinkansen bullet train and stay in a traditional Ryokan for the ultimate in Japanese luxury. From the towers and gadgets of Tokyo to the serenity of sacred shrines and the soaring beauty of Mt Fuji, this trip provides the perfect blend of guided excursions and free time to explore this fascinating region at your own pace....more »

Steeped in centuries of culinary tradition, Japan is nothing less than a treasure trove of exotic cuisine, potent sake and sweet delights. From Tokyo to Kyoto, our trip takes us into the heart of Japan enjoying a smorgasbord of treats in a variety of settings. To complete the recipe, we mix in plenty of culture and top it off with some of Japan's best attractions. Be tempted by tempura, savour your sushi and tickle your tastebuds as we discover the endless variety of Japan and its cuisine. ...more »

Japan is a kaleidoscope of contrasts and few other cities fuse ancient and modern worlds in the way that Tokyo and Kyoto do. Discover the best of sprawling Tokyo from downtown Asakusa to the neon metropolis Harajuku. Shop in opulent department stores and visit a sumo stable. Rush past the majestic Mt Fuji on the bullet train to Kyoto, where you'll visit a local market, participate in a traditional tea ceremony and admire elegantly attired Gion geisha. Experience Japan's collision of ancient and ...more »