Tokyo, Takayama & Osaka - 11 days
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Tour Overview
Experience the best of Japan on this 12-day journey from Tokyo to Osaka, blending modern city life, timeless tradition, and breathtaking scenery. Begin in buzzing Tokyo, visiting iconic spots like Meiji Shrine, the Imperial Palace Gardens, and Senso-ji Temple, before heading to Mount Fuji and Hakone for serene lake views and a relaxing onsen stay. Travel by bullet train to the mountain town of Takayama and the storybook village of Shirakawa-go, then on to Kanazawa for its famous gardens and samurai heritage. End in Kyoto and Osaka, where golden temples, bamboo forests, and vibrant street food await.
Start
Tokyo
End
Osaka
Destination
Osaka
Days
11
Pace
Medium
Range
Handpicked
Max Group Size
Min 8 - Max 25
Min Age
8
Trip Code: TTOSAK
Trip Highlights
Why you'll love this trip
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Tokyo – Discover the spiritual calm of Meiji Jingu Shrine and the vibrant energy of Asakusa’s Senso-ji Temple and Nakamise shopping street
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Mt Fuji – Admire Japan’s most iconic peak on a Lake Kawaguchi cruise and from the Mt Fuji Panoramic Ropeway’s sweeping observation deck
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Hakone – Relax in soothing onsen hot springs at a traditional ryokan surrounded by the scenic landscapes of this famous resort town
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Takayama – Experience local culture at the lively Morning Market and wander the preserved wooden streets of the atmospheric Old Town
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Shirakawa-go – Explore a UNESCO-listed village of steep thatched gassho-zukuri farmhouses, offering a timeless glimpse into Japan’s rural heritage
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Kanazawa – Stroll through the exquisite Kenrokuen Garden and uncover the city’s samurai legacy at the grand Kanazawa Castle
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Kyoto – Wander through the peaceful bamboo paths of Arashiyama and visit the shimmering Golden Pavilion and Fushimi Inari’s vermilion gates
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Osaka – Enjoy the lively street food, shopping, and neon buzz of Shinsaibashi after visiting the city’s historic Osaka Castle
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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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