8 Day Insider Japan Tour Package

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Visits Tokyo, Kyoto, Nara, OsakaStarts in TokyoAvailable Every day - varies seasonallyClick on 'check availability' to view the calendar
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Our 8 Day Insider Japan Small Group Tour Package is the best way to experience the richness of Japan’s culture, from city breaks to nature wonderlands. In the buzzing city of Tokyo, wander the Imperial Palace Gardens, stroll the colorful Harajuku, and witness the famous Shibuya Crossing. Dive into the fascinating world of ramen making by testing your culinary skills with an expert. Then, take a high-speed bullet train to Kyoto and settle into your Ryokan inn, complete with simplistic aesthetics that will make you feel like a local. In the evening, learn the fine art of matcha in the geisha district of Gion. Find yourself among the tranquil beauty of Nara Park, where sacred free-roaming deer will welcome you. Stop at Kyoto’s iconic spots, like the Arashiyama Bamboo Forest, Golden Pavilion, and Fushimi Inari Shrine, finishing in Osaka, where a 16th-century castle and ancient streets await.

Looking for a tour that covers Japan’s unique culture in a small-group setting? Then our 8 Day Insider Japan Small Group Tour Package is the way to go! With expert locals guiding your intimate group through unique experiences like ramen making, geisha history, tea ceremonies, and more, this is one adventure you don’t want to miss! Unwind in a Tokyo hotel for 4 nights and a Kyoto ryokan for 3, enjoying additional inclusions, like train transfers, food tastings, and more. Book now!

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8 Day Insider Japan Tour Package Highlights

  1. Visit the historic Senso-ji Temple and witness the famous Shibuya Crossing
  2. Awaken your senses with a ramen-making class in the heart of Tokyo
  3. Indulge in fresh seafood and explore the famous Tsukiji Fish Market
  4. Explore vibrant cities with expert guides in a small-group setting
  5. Sit back and relax on a scenic bullet train to Kyoto
  6. In the geisha district of Gion, participate in a matcha tea ceremony
  7. Spend 4 nights in a Tokyo hotel and 3 nights in a Kyoto ryokan inn
  8. Explore Kyoto’s icons, like the Golden Pavilion and Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine
  9. Meet Nara Park’s friendly deer and greet the Great Buddha statue
  10. Osaka’s retro streets and iconic castle will take your breath away
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8 Day Insider Japan Tour Package Itinerary

Day 1 - Arrival in Tokyo
  • Optional airport transfer
  • Overnight in Tokyo
Day 2 - Tokyo
  • 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 3 - Ramen Cooking Class
  • Take a hands-on ramen cooking class
  • Learn trade secrets and techniques from seasoned local experts
  • Craft your own authentic bowl of ramen
  • Savor your handmade creation
  • Overnight in Tokyo
Day 4 - 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 5 - Transfer to Kyoto & Tea Ceremony
  • Bullet train to Kyoto
  • Choose and dress in a traditional kimono
  • In a historic machiya tea house, learn tea rituals with a tea master
  • Prepare and enjoy your own matcha with wagashi sweets
  • Capture moments in a serene Gion garden
  • Overnight in a Ryokan in Kyoto
Day 6 - Kyoto & Nara
  • Visit the stunning 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 a Ryokan in Kyoto
Day 7 - 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
  • Return to Kyoto by train
  • Overnight in a Ryokan in Kyoto
Day 8 - Departure
  • Optional transfers to Kansai Airport (KIX) or Tokyo city center are available
NB - all timings on 8 Day Insider Japan Tour Package are approximate

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important information

Includes
All touring and accommodation
Hand-picked expert tour guide
Tokyo Metro pass during the Tokyo Day Tour
Bullet Train (Shinkansen): Tokyo-Kyoto
Train: Kyoto-Osaka-Kyoto
Entrance fees: Tea Ceremony
Meals & tastings: 4-5 traditional food tastings at the Tsukiji Fish Market, Bowl of Ramen during the Cooking Class
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
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
Osaka Tour: We recommend purchasing your Osaka Metro pass before the tour
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