Timeless Japan - 13 days
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Tour Overview
Journey from Tokyo to Osaka via the lesser-visited island of Kyushu on this 13-day group tour of Japan. Begin in the capital with a guided visit to Senso-ji and the Shibuya Crossing, plus cruise the Sumida River. In Kanazawa, visit the stunning garden of Kenrokuen, spend two nights in ancient Kyoto and then head south on the bullet train to Kyushu. Spend time in Fukuoka, Kumamoto and Beppu, with a chance to relax in hot springs. End in Osaka, with a guided visit to Osaka Castle and a traditional dinner at an izakaya.
Start
Tokyo
End
Osaka
Destination
Osaka
Days
13
Pace
Medium
Range
Handpicked
Max Group Size
Min 12 - Max 14
Min Age
12
Trip Code: TIMJAP
Trip Highlights
Why you'll love this trip
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Tokyo - Explore Senso-ji Temple and Nakamise Street, cruise the Sumida River, stroll the Edo-period Hamarikyu Garden and visit Shibuya Crossing
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Kanazawa - Ride the bullet train to Kanazawa, visit Omicho Market, D.T. Suzuki Museum, Kenrokuen Garden and explore the Geisha and Samurai districts
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Kyoto - Discover Fushimi Inari Shrine’s torii gates, visit Kiyomizu Temple, wander historic Ninenzaka and Sannenzaka streets, and stroll through Arashiyama Bamboo Forest and Gion District
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Fukuoka - Visit Hakata Machiya Folk Museum and Kushida Shrine, then sample local cuisine at Yatai food stalls
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Kumamoto - Take in views from Mt Aso View Point and explore the impressive Kumamoto Castle
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Beppu - Experience the Mt Tsurumi Ropeway, enjoy a geothermal steam cooking class, visit the Jigoku Onsen Museum and soak in the cobalt blue Umijigoku hot spring
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Osaka - Visit Osaka Castle and Umeda Sky Building Observatory, then enjoy a farewell izakaya dinner in lively Dotonbori
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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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