14 Day Japan Slow Travel Tour Package

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  • 14 Days / 13 Nights
  • 4.8 · 7,912 reviews
  • English-Speaking Guide

About this package

Experience Tokyo at a slow, more relaxed pace with our 14 Day Japan Slow Travel Tour Package, wandering from the quiet Imperial Palace gardens to the food capital of Osaka. Take in the serene sights of Tokyo, like the Senso-ji Temple, followed by 2 free days in the capital to explore as you like. Continue your slow travel journey with scenic views of Mount Fuji from Lake Kawaguchi and the iconic Chureito Pagoda. Then, stroll through Kyoto’s Arashiyama, a calm bamboo forest with towering stalks, and savor the Zen masterpiece of the Golden Pavilion. Meet the free-roaming deer of Nara Park and take a photo with the Great Buddha before discovering Osaka’s vibrant street food and retro neighborhoods. Spend your free days in Osaka with leisurely walks through temple grounds and along canals, or choose an optional day tour to Hiroshima & Miyajima Island to enhance your 2-week adventure.

Looking to experience Japan without rushing through a jam-packed itinerary? Our 14 Day Japan Slow Travel Tour Package offers expert guides, 13 nights of accommodations, and smooth transfers between cities. Travel with a small group to really get a feel for the cities and savor free days in Tokyo and Osaka. Book your slow-paced Japan package now!

Visits:
  • Kyoto Tours
  • Mount Fuji Tours
  • Nara Tours
  • Osaka Tours
  • Tokyo Tours
  • 14 Day Tour Package
  • Accommodation Included
  • Expert Tour Guide
  • English

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14 Day Japan Slow Travel Tour Package Highlights

  1. Spend 2 weeks on our unique slow travel Japan adventure
  2. Experience Tokyo’s top sites, from temples to Tsukiji Market’s street food
  3. Admire Mount Fuji's iconic peak and explore Arashiyama's Bamboo Forest
  4. Roam through the beautiful Nara Park, where Sika deer will greet you
  5. Enjoy a small-group adventure with experts who will make you feel like one of the locals
  6. Spend free days in Tokyo and Osaka, wandering at your own pace
  7. Taste the delicious classic foods of Osaka, known as ‘Japan's Kitchen’
  8. 13 nights of comfortable hotel accommodations included
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14 Day Japan Slow Travel Tour Package Itinerary

Day 1 - Arrival in Tokyo
  • Optional shared airport transfer
  • Overnight in Tokyo
Day 2 - Tokyo
  • Begin your slow-paced walking tour near Tokyo Station
  • Head to the beautiful gardens of the Imperial Palace
  • Enjoy the Imperial Palace Gardens and admire the Nijubashi Bridge from a distance
  • In the Asakusa neighborhood, pass Nakamise-dori street on your way to Senso-ji Temple
  • Visit the famous Senso-ji Temple, a Zen haven
  • Free time for lunch
  • Visit the Meiji Jingu Shrine - the most famous Shinto shrine
  • Check out the colorful and vibrant Harajuku district
  • In the commercial ward of Shibuya, see the famous Shibuya Crossing
  • Overnight in Tokyo
Day 3 - Mount Fuji & Lake Kawaguchi
  • Drive to Oishi Park
  • Enjoy scenic views of Lake Kawaguchi & Mount Fuji
  • Visit Arakurayama, home to the famous Chureito Pagoda and Arakura Fuji Sengen Shrine
  • In Fujiyoshida, enjoy free time for lunch and shop for souvenirs in traditional shops
  • Discover Oshino Hakkai’s crystal-clear ponds and thatched houses
  • Head up to the 5th Station for panoramic views (weather conditions may affect the visibility of the mountain)
  • Overnight in Tokyo
Day 4 - Free Day in Tokyo
  • Take it slow on your free day by either visiting a museum or dining at one of the city’s top restaurants
  • Overnight in Tokyo
Day 5 - Tsukiji Fish Market
  • Visit the Tsukiji Hongwan-ji Temple to observe the purification ritual
  • Start your food tour by exploring the Tsukiji Outer Market
  • Stop at different vendors and sample an array of foods
  • Enjoy several tastings of traditional foods, like seafood and savory meat
  • End at the Namiyoke Shrine, a guardian site for Tsukiji’s merchants
  • Overnight in Tokyo
Day 6 - Free Day in Tokyo
  • On your second free day, we suggest you soak in the Zen ambiance of visiting Shinto temples around Tokyo, which is home to thousands
  • Overnight in Tokyo
Day 7 - Transfer to Kyoto
  • Bullet train transfer to Kyoto
  • Enjoy a free evening unwinding at your hotel or opt for a fun Kyoto tour (available upon request)
  • Overnight in Kyoto
Day 8 - Kyoto
  • Stroll through the Arashiyama Bamboo Forest
  • Explore the Golden Pavilion (Kinkaku-ji Temple)
  • Head to Fushimi Inari Shrine and walk through the many red torii gates
  • Overnight in Kyoto
Day 9 - Free Day in Kyoto
  • Take in Kyoto slowly with a peaceful walk along the canal-lined Philosopher’s Path or by visiting the geisha district of Gion
  • Overnight in Kyoto
Day 10 - Nara Half Day & End in Osaka
  • Arrive in Nara
  • Visit Todai-ji Temple and the Great Buddha
  • Free time in Nara Park: meet the friendly Sika deer
  • The tour ends in Osaka - the return to Osaka will be by train, accompanied by your guide
  • Overnight in Osaka
Day 11 - Osaka Food Tour
  • Stroll Shinsekai’s retro streets at a gentle pace
  • Sample classic favorites and local comfort foods
  • Visit long-standing eateries and hidden neighborhood spots
  • Enjoy generous tastings along the way
  • Overnight in Osaka
Day 12 - Free Day in Osaka
  • Enjoy a free day in ‘Japan’s Kitchen’, getting to know the cuisine capital at your own pace
  • Overnight in Osaka
Day 13 - Free Day in Osaka
  • On your second free day in Osaka, walk along the Okawa River or take a relaxing boat ride that highlights the city's architecture
  • Alternatively, our Hiroshima & Miyajima Island Day Tour is available upon request
  • Overnight in Osaka
Day 14 - Departure
  • Optional transfers to Kansai Airport (KIX) or Tokyo city center are available
NB - all timings on 14 Day Japan Slow Travel Tour Package are approximate

Accommodation

important information

Includes
All touring and accommodation
Tokyo Metro pass during the Tokyo Day Tour
Bullet Train (Shinkansen): Tokyo-Kyoto
Train: Nara-Osaka
Meals & tastings: 4-5 traditional food tastings at the Tsukiji Fish Market, Food tastings during the Osaka Food Tour
Excludes
Anything not mentioned above
Entrance fees Kyoto & Nara (approx. 1300 JPY per person)
Personal travel insurance
Gratuities
Essential Information
Each day of this tour package will be led by a local guide who optimizes Tourist Japan's values: to provide you with an authentic, passion-filled tour
Choose your own hotel from our hand-picked selection during the booking process
The order of the days is subject to change so that we can optimize your itinerary to provide the best experience
During the booking process, it's possible to add extra nights of accommodation before or after the tour package
During the booking process, it's possible to add airport transfers. Arrival & departure transportation include the Narita Express, Metro Pass, Haruka Express, or the Nankai Limited Express Rapi:t, which are the most convenient options to reach centralized locations in Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka. From there you can reach your hotel easily. For a small fee, you can upgrade to a private airport transfer with hotel pickup/drop off. Please contact us for more information
Participants are responsible for making their own way between the hotels and meeting points. Unless otherwise requested, included hotels are chosen for their close proximity to the meeting points
Transfers between hotels and train/bus stations are not included in the package
Tsukiji Market: Unfortunately, we’re unable to accommodate vegan or vegetarian dietary restrictions. While we will do our best to cater to other dietary needs (such as gluten-free and pescatarian), we cannot guarantee that all requests will be met. Food tastings may slightly vary based on availability
Mount Fuji Tour: While we aim to visit all scheduled locations, some sites are subject to availability due to weather, heavy traffic during the peak season, or other factors. In such cases, we will visit alternative sites, or some visits may be cancelled on the spot. Due to heavy traffic during the Japanese holiday season, weekends, or peak season, the return time may be delayed
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