Japan Itinerary Details
JULY 17 - 23, 2027
DAY ONE • JULY 17
Arrival Day! Land In Tokyo
NOTE: ALL TRAVELERS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR BOOKING THEIR OWN FLIGHTS TO AND FROM TOKYO
Welcome to Japan, the Land of the Rising Sun, where Eastern traditions and Western modernity interestingly merge.
Once you land in Tokyo, the local driver and assistant will pick you up from the airport and accompany you to the hotel to assist with check-in.
Accommodations: Shibuya Excel Hotel Tokyu, Standard Room
Full Day Guided Tour of
Traditional Tokyo
DAY TWO • JULY 18
• The Meiji Jingu dedicated to Emperor Meiji and Empress Shoken.
• The East Gardens of the Imperial Palace.
• Senso-ji Temple, one of Tokyo's most significant Buddhist temples.
• Nakamise-Dori, a 250-meter traditional Japanese street with shops selling traditional souvenirs, snacks, and sweets.
Meals Included: Breakfast & Lunch
Tokyo → Kawaguchiko →Tokyo
DAY THREE • JULY 19
Private guide and driver to explore the Kawaguchiko area.
10 hours round trip service to and from Tokyo.
• 2.5-hour drive will take you to an idyllic world to enjoy the beauty of Mt. Fuji.
• Oshino Hakkai.
• Arakurayama Sengen Shrine (Chureito Pagoda).
• Cruise on Kwaguchiko Lake at the foot of the sacred mountain
• Mt. Fuji Panoramic Ropeway to take in the breathtaking view of Mt. Fuji in the distance.
Transfers Included:
Tokyo - Kawaguchiko, Private vehicle
Kawaguchiko - Tokyo, Private vehicle
Meals Included: Breakfast & Lunch
DAY FOUR • JULY 20
Tokyo → Kyoto Via Train
Private driver service to Tokyo train station.
Private guide and driver pick up upon arrival in Kyoto
+ Kyoto city tour. (8 hours service)
• Kinkaku-ji Temple with a gold leaf-covered top and famed for the perfect mirror image in the pond at the foot of it
• Nijo Castle, home to the first shogun of the Edo Period
• Fushimi Inari Shrine, where thousands of vermilion torii gates wind their way up sacred Mount Inari.
• Conclude the tour in Gion, Kyoto’s historic entertainment district, where you may catch a glimpse of a geiko or maiko on her way to an evening engagement.
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Accommodations: Kyoto Tokyu Hotel, Superior Room
Kyoto → Arashiyama →Kyoto
DAY FIVE • JULY 21
Private guide and driver to explore the Arashiyama area.
8 hours round trip service to and from Kyoto.
• Jojakko-ji Temple, celebrated for its moss-covered gardens and vibrant autumn foliage.
• Sagano Bamboo Grove, an enchanting pathway lined with towering bamboo stalks.
• Tenryu-ji Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Kyoto's most important Zen temples. Explore its beautifully landscaped temple gardens, considered masterpieces of Japanese gardening, blending natural scenery with carefully designed elements.
• 30-minute Yakatabune boat ride along the Katsura River, offering unique views of Togetsukyo Bridge and the surrounding landscapes.
After the tour we will head back to Kyoto for a Kimono Tea Ceremony.
Transfers Included:
Kyoto - Arashiyama, Private vehicle
Arashiyama - Kyoto, Private vehicle
Meals Included: Breakfast & Lunch
DAY SIX • JULY 22
Kyoto → Osaka →Kyoto
Private guide and driver to explore Osaka.
8 hours round trip service from Kyoto.
• Kuromon Ichiba Market.
• Osaka Castle & Castle Tower.
• Dotonbori Area for a local foodie tour.
• Shinsaibashi for shopping.
Transfers Included:
Kyoto - Osaka, Private vehicle
Osaka - Kyoto, Private vehicle
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Farewell Group Dinner
DAY SEVEN • JULY 23
Final Day! Depart from Tokyo
NOTE: ALL TRAVELERS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR BOOKING THEIR OWN FLIGHTS TO AND FROM TOKYO.
We will cover your car and driver back to the airport.
Thank you so much for exploring Japan with us!