18 Day China & Japan Tour Package

Travel through the timeless beauty of 2 immersive countries with our 18 Day China & Japan Tour Package. Walk the storied corridors of Beijing’s Forbidden City and marvel at the Summer Palace’s pavilions and tranquil lakes. Enter the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall with skip-the-line tickets, and in Shanghai, take in the city’s skyline while on a tasting tour of local favorites, like xiaolongbao. Hangzhou’s West Lake will amaze you before flying to Tokyo, where you’ll land in the neon-lit hub of the capital. Expert guides will lead you across the city’s icons, from Senso-ji Temple and Shibuya Crossing to Tsukiji Fish Market. Then, journey to Mount Fuji – a destination on everyone’s bucket list – to soak in the natural beauty. Visit Nikko’s Kegon Falls, Nara Park, and Kyoto’s best-known wonders, including the Arashiyama Bamboo Forest and Fushimi Inari Shrine. Lastly, wander Osaka’s historically rich streets, from Shinksekai to the towering Osaka Castle.

Looking for an epic cross-country adventure? Our 18 Day China & Japan Tour Package takes you through Beijing and Shanghai’s highlights, Tokyo and Osaka’s icons, and must-see stops along the way! Get lost in remarkable history, cultural experiences, delicious cuisine, and more. With inclusive hotel stays, flights, bullet train transfers, and tour guides, this is one adventure that’s calling your name – reserve today!

18 Day China & Japan Tour Package Highlights

Wander through Beijing's Forbidden City and Summer Palace
Scale the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall with skip-the-line tickets
Explore Shanghai's towering skyline and experience Hangzhou's West Lake
Fly to Tokyo on a comfortable flight at no extra cost
Soak in Tokyo’s cultural wonders, from Harajuku and Shibuya to the Senso-ji Temple
Take in breathtaking views of Mount Fuji and Nikko’s Kegon Falls
Uncover Kyoto’s richness, including the Golden Pavilion and the bamboo forest
Get lost in Nara Park’s serene atmosphere
Visit Osaka's historic hotspots, like Shinsekai and Osaka Castle
Stay in top-rated hotels and seamlessly travel via high-speed trains in both countries

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18 Day China & Japan Tour Package Itinerary

Day 1 - Arrival in Beijing

Optional airport transfer
Overnight in Beijing

Day 2 - Beijing

Visit the Forbidden City and learn about its rich history
Explore the outer and inner courts, learning about the Ming and Qing dynasties
Enjoy a traditional lunch at a local restaurant (not included)
Continue to the Summer Palace, admiring its lakes, pavilions, and bridges
Visit the Temple of Heaven, a religious retreat for emperors, now a public park
Overnight in Beijing

Day 3 - The Great Wall

Direct shuttle bus to the Great Wall of China
Enjoy skip-the-line admission and an internal shuttle to and from the site
Spend 5 hours exploring the Mutianyu Great Wall
Enjoy rest stops and snacks
Overnight in Beijing

Day 4 - Beijing Food Tour

Before your evening food tour, we suggest exploring Tiananmen Square and going shopping
Join an expert food guide and head to your first culinary stop
Enjoy a hotpot with rooftop views of Beijing’s historic bell tower
Taste Beijing’s famous noodles at the Yan family’s 100-year-old hutong courtyard home
Wander through historic Hutong alleyways and learn about Beijing’s architecture
Try Beijing's endangered dish, once a favorite of Empress Cixi
Enjoy spring pancakes, symbolizing togetherness
Overnight in Beijing

Day 5 - Free day

Enjoy your free day in Beijing by visiting a gallery or museum or relaxing with a tea ceremony
Overnight in Beijing

Day 6 - Transfer to Shanghai

High-speed train to Shanghai
Overnight in Shanghai

Day 7 - Shanghai

Visit the famous Yu Yuan Garden and Bazaar
Discover the Jade Buddha Temple, home to two jade Buddha statues from Burma
Enjoy a local dumpling lunch
Experience stunning city views from the Shanghai Tower, the second-highest building in the world
Stroll along the French Concession and the Bund
Overnight in Shanghai

Day 8 - Shanghai Food Tour

Taste Shanghai’s famous Xiaolongbao at a local dumpling eatery
Explore quaint neighborhoods with hidden restaurants and trendy spots
Savor Shanghai’s signature Pork Belly dish, prepared over a full day
Enjoy fresh, locally made desserts featuring mango, sago cream, and pomelo
Experience Shanghai’s growing micro-brewery scene at a cozy street-side taphouse
Overnight in Shanghai

Day 9 - Hangzhou

High-speed train to Hangzhou
Head to West Lake to explore its pavilions and hear the Legend of White Snake (choose between a cruise or a small boat ride for a leisurely time on the water)
Visit the vibrant fish of the Flower Pond
Explore the Longjing tea fields
Enjoy a local lunch with tea
At the Lingyin Temple, learn about the Buddhist culture
Return to Shanghai
Overnight in Shanghai

Day 10 - Flight to Tokyo

Transfer to Shanghai airport
Flight to Tokyo (included)
Transfer to your hotel in Tokyo
Overnight in Tokyo

Day 11 - Tokyo

Begin your walking tour near Tokyo Station and head to the beautiful gardens of the Imperial Palace
Enjoy the Imperial Palace Gardens 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 12 - 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 13 - 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 14 - Nikko

Visit the spectacular Kegon Falls, one of Japan's most famous waterfalls
Drive to Lake Chuzenji and admire the scenic views beside the water
Stop at the sacred Shinkyo Bridge for photos
Free time for lunch (not included) and exploring at your own pace
Visit the ornate Toshogu Shrine, Nikko's most famous UNESCO-listed site
Overnight in Tokyo

Day 15 - Transfer to Kyoto & Evening Tour

Bullet train to Kyoto
Wander the famous Pontocho Alley
See the Statue of Izumo-no-Okuni and learn how she popularized kabuki
Enter Gion - the geisha district - and admire the culture and tea houses
Quick stop at Gion Corner
Discover the Yasaka Shrine
Stroll down Hanamikoji Street
Overnight in Kyoto

Day 16 - Kyoto & Nara

Drive to the Golden Pavilion (Kinkaku-ji Temple)
Stroll through the Arashiyama Bamboo Forest
Head to Fushimi Inari Shrine and walk through the many red torii gates
Free time for lunch
Arrive in Nara
Visit Todai-ji Temple and the Great Buddha
Free time in Nara Park: meet the friendly Sika deer
Overnight in Kyoto

Day 17 - Osaka

Train to Osaka
See Osaka Castle, a 16th-century marvel
Free time for lunch (not included) and exploring at your own pace
Experience the neon energy of Dotonbori along the canal
Take photos of the famous Glico Man and Hozenji Temple
Train back to Kyoto
Overnight in Kyoto

Day 18 - Departure

Optional airport transfer to Kansai Airport, or train to Tokyo city center

NB - all timings on 18 Day China & Japan Tour Package are approximate

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important information

Includes

All touring and accommodation

Hand-picked expert tour guide

Flights: Shanghai-Tokyo

Airport transfers: Shanghai (private) & Tokyo (shared) on day 10

Bullet train: Beijing-Shanghai, Shanghai-Hangzhou-Shanghai, Tokyo-Kyoto

Train: Kyoto-Osaka-Kyoto

Subway ticket during the Shanghai tour

Tokyo Metro pass during the Tokyo Day Tour

Entrance fees: Forbidden City, Summer Palace, Temple of Heaven, the Great Wall, Shanghai, Hangzhou, Nikko Toshogu Shrine

Meals & tastings: Tea & snacks at the Mubus Service Center during the Great Wall Visit, Food tastings & drinks during the Beijing food tour, Food & drink tastings during the Shanghai Food Tour, Local lunch in Shanghai, Local lunch in Hangzhou, 4-5 traditional food tastings at the Tsukiji Fish Market

Excludes

Anything not mentioned above

Entrance fees: Kyoto & Nara (approx. 1300 JPY per person), Kegon Falls (approx. 600 JPY per person)

The Great Wall: Cable car or Toboggan

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. China: Private airport transfer; Japan: 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

Please note the airfare includes one piece of luggage (20 kg) per person

Transfers between hotels and train stations are not included in the package

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

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

Nikko Tour: For those who aren’t able to climb the 200 stone steps within the Toshogu Shrine complex, can skip this portion of the tour. Entry to the Kegon Falls is optional, visitors can buy tickets at the falls

Osaka Tour: We recommend purchasing your Osaka Metro pass before the tour

Cancellation Policy

Please note: Flight tickets are non-refundable from the time of booking.
All remaining tours fall under our standard company cancellation policy, allowing cancellation up to four weeks before the package start date with a 95% refund, less a 5% handling fee.