14 Day Japan Budget Tour Package

Our 14 Day Japan Budget Tour Package takes you from Tokyo’s buzzing streets to the serene temples of Kyoto and the lively flavors of Osaka. Start with a jam-packed Tokyo walking tour of the Imperial Palace Gardens, the Meiji Jingu Shrine, Asakusa, Harajuku, and Shibuya. See Mount Fuji from Lake Kawaguchi and be amazed by the landscape views from Arakurayama. Following a street food tour of the Tsukiji market and free time back in Tokyo, transfer to Kyoto via bullet train. Get lost in Arashiyama’s bamboo forest, the Golden Pavilion, and the endless red torii gates at Fushimi Inari Taisha. Spend time getting to know Nara Park’s Sika deer and the Great Buddha before wrapping up in Osaka, promising delicious tastings that’ll leave you hungry for more!

For backpackers, budget travelers, and adventurers of all kinds, our 14 Day Japan Budget Tour Package was made for you! Designed to make you feel like you’re living the adventure, our tour guides will lead small groups to all the highlights of Japan. With free days built in, add to your itinerary however you’d like, while staying in some of the country’s most budget-friendly hotels. Book now!

14 Day Japan Budget Tour Package Highlights

Walk through Tokyo’s top sites in Asakusa, Harajuku, and Shibuya
Marvel at Mount Fuji and Lake Kawaguchi with guided photo stops
Get the best bang for your buck with curated itineraries and free days to explore on your own
Stay in affordable hotels and enjoy inclusive bullet train rides
Explore Arashiyama Bamboo Forest and Golden Pavilion in Kyoto
See the sacred Sika deer of Nara and the Todai-ji Temple’s Great Buddha
Taste Osaka street food in Shinsekai with included samples
Tour with expert guides in small groups for the most immersive experience

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14 Day Japan Budget Tour Package Itinerary

Day 1 - Arrival in Tokyo

Optional shared airport transfer
Overnight in Tokyo

Day 2 - Tokyo

Begin your walking tour near the beautiful gardens of the Imperial Palace
Enjoy a walk along the palace's exterior and admire the Nijubashi Bridge from a distance
Head to the Asakusa neighborhood
Pass Nakamise-dori street on your way to Senso-ji Temple
Visit the famous Senso-ji Temple
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

Spend a free day tasting convenience store eats and shopping in Tokyo’s budget-friendly districts
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

Spend your second free day touring free museums around the city
Overnight in Tokyo

Day 7 - Transfer to Kyoto

Bullet train transfer to Kyoto
Free evening with an option to join a 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

Spend a free day in Kyoto by visiting a budget-friendly onsen
Overnight in Kyoto

Day 10 - Nara & 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

Free day exploring Osaka’s delicious restaurants and cafes
Overnight in Osaka

Day 13 - Free Day in Osaka

Spend your second free day in Osaka by either touring well-known museums or visiting Hiroshima & Miyajima Island with us on a day tour – 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 Budget Tour Package are approximate

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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