
Japan Express
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Tour Overview
Home to sumo wrestling, sake, geishas, karaoke and onsens, Japan’s got a lot going for it. And on this nine-day trip to some of its most acclaimed cities, you’ll get to see the country at its best. Take in the neon nightlife of Tokyo, reflect during a visit to Hiroshima, discover thousands of years of culture and history in Kyoto and finish in the eclectic Osaka. And have you heard about the food? World-class sushi, ravishing ramen, delectable donburi – you certainly won’t be going hungry. With your local leader to point you in all the right directions and plenty of free time to customise your adventure, experience the culture and charm of the ‘Land of the Rising Sun’.

Trip Code: CJRB
Start
Tokyo
End
Osaka
Destination
Japan
Meals
0 breakfasts, 0 dinners
Transport
Public Bus, Metro, Train, Bullet Train
Accommodation
Multishare Pod Hostel (2 nights), Basic Hotel (6 nights)
Days
9
Max Group Size
Min 1 - Max 16
Min Age
15
Style
Basici
Physical
2i
Trip Highlights
Why you'll love this trip
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Spend three nights in Kyoto, exploring this intriguing ancient capital in depth. Enjoy plenty of free time to dive deeper into the parts of this city that interest you the most, whether that’s the food, culture or history.
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Visit Hiroshima and get a sobering insight into the devastation the atomic bomb brought upon this city, then cruise to peaceful Miyajima Island where wild deer roam the streets.
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Get the best recommendations and advice from your expert local leader and take advantage of free time to tailor your adventure in each city, so you can do more of what your heart desires!
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Eat your way around Japan with chances to try all kinds of delicious street food, sake and snacks – think hearty bowls of ramen, world-class sashimi and char-grilled yakitori (chicken skewers).
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Ride the renowned shinkansen bullet train from Tokyo to Hiroshima to Kyoto. Even getting from place to place is fun in Japan!
Day by Day Itinerary
Itinerary

What's Included
Inclusions and activities
Meals
0 breakfasts, 0 dinners
Transport
Public Bus, Metro, Train, Bullet Train
Accommodation
Multishare Pod Hostel (2 nights), Basic Hotel (6 nights)
Included activities
- Tokyo - Shibuya walking tour
- Hiroshima - Peace Park & A - Bomb Dome
- Hiroshima - Leader-led orientation walk
- Hiroshima - Miyajima Island
- Kyoto - Gion District walk
Optional activities
Is This Trip Right for You?
Is this trip right for you?
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There are some long travelling days on this trip, but it’s all part of the adventure and a great way to get to know your fellow travellers.
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This trip requires a moderate level of fitness as it involves some walking and swimming, allowing you to really get among nature. Please bring sturdy, comfortable walking shoes, a swimsuit and comfortable clothing.
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Multiple activities on this trip are subject to weather and water conditions and on occasion, may be cancelled for safety or operational reasons. In the case of cancellation, we will endeavour to find a suitable replacement activity.
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