Japan Uncovered - 11 days
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Overview
Highlights
- Tokyo - Explore Tokyo, join a sushi making class, watch a sumo training session and see the busy Shibuya crossing
- Mount Fuji - Ride the cable car to enjoy magnificent views of Fuji
- Kyoto - See iconic landmarks including the Golden Pavilion and Imperial Palace, visit the Fushimi Inari Shrine and watch a Geisha performance
- Miyajima - Ferry to the iconic red torii gate which appears to float on water and ride the cable car to the top of Mount Misen for panoramic views
- Hiroshima - Pay your respects at the Peace Memorial Museum and opt to try the local delicacy of okonomiyaki pancakes
- Osaka - Enjoy a canal boat ride through the Dotonbori district before a final farewell group dinner and bar crawl
- Ryokan - Spend a night at a traditional Japanese bath and sleeping house, with the opportunity to relax in an onsen
- Arashiyama - Visit the stunning Bamboo Forest with a delightful village atmosphere and explore the delightful Tenryu-ji Temple gardens
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Trip includes
- 1 breakfast & 3 dinners
- 10 nights 3-4 star hotels including 1 night ryokan experience
- All transportation via public transport (including 7-day JR rail pass) and private transfers
- Local English speaking licensed tour guides for scheduled sightseeing
- Guided sightseeing in Tokyo, Hakone, Kyoto, Miyajima, Hiroshima and Osaka as per itinerary
- Sushi making class
- Sumo wrestling experience
- Onsen experience in Hakone
- Cruises - Sumida River cruise, Lake Ashi boat cruise & Osaka canal boat ride
- Meditation class at a Zen temple
- Geisha show in Kyoto
- Miyajima Island day trip including torii gate
- Entry to Sake Museum in Kyoto
- Craft beer crawl in Osaka
Itinerary
Welcome to Japan! On arrival in Tokyo, make your own way to the start hotel. At 16:00, you will meet the rest of the group and your adventure leader at a welcome meeting in the lounge of the hotel. We then head for an included kaiseki dinner - a traditional multi-course Japanese dinner. Afterwards, enjoy panoramic views over the city from the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building.
The morning begins with a sunrise exploration of Tsukiji Fish Market, a bustling hub of shops and restaurants renowned for its fresh seafood. We'll continue on to the Sumida River in Asakusa. A boat ride awaits, offering captivating views of Tokyo's skyline. Retur...
Today starts with a visit to a Sumo stable, offering a glimpse into the world of Sumo wrestling. Witness real-life Sumo wrestlers in the midst of their rigorous training, providing an authentic experience of this ancient Japanese tradition. Following this, explore the...
Tokyo - Hakone. After breakfast this morning, we depart Tokyo and head for the mountains, and one mountain in particular... We'll arrive in Moto-Hakone just before lunch. Once here, prepare to test your sea legs aboard a pirate ship cruise over the scenic Lake Ash...
Hakone - Kyoto. Enjoy a leisurely morning in Hakone. After breakfast, you have time to enjoy another onsen bath before we bid farewell to Hakone and make our way to the rail station for the journey to Kyoto. Upon reaching Kyoto and completing the check-in process,...
This morning, we visit the famous Fushimi Inari Shrine, which is even more impressive in person than it is in the photos! We'll stroll through the red torii gates before heading to Nishiki Market. Known as 'Kyoto's Kitchen,' enjoy free time to grab lunch from one of i...
Today, find your inner peace at the Daisen-in Temple. Engage in a special meditation class led by a Buddhist monk, allowing you to discover the art of mindfulness and relaxation. After the meditation session, admire the temple's traditional Zen garden, renowned as one...
Kyoto - Hiroshima. We check-out this morning and drop off our luggage for safe keeping. Opt to embark on an adventurous sightseeing tour of the Arashiyama district aboard a rickshaw (booked & paid locally). Spending the afternoon in the Arashiyama area, we'll ...
Today we make the short ferry trip to Miyajima Island, famous for the iconic red torii gate which appears to float on the water. Enjoy panoramic views of the island as we ride the Miyajima Ropeway cable car to the top of Mount Misen. Returning to sea level, the aftern...
Hiroshima - Osaka. This morning, we take a sobering but important visit to the Peace Memorial Museum to learn more about the tragic events of 1945 when Hiroshima and Nagasaki were devastated by atomic weapons. With the aid of an audio guide, you'll navigate through th...
Osaka - Tokyo. You adventure leader will see you safely onto a train back to Tokyo this morning, and our tour arrangements end on arrival back in the city. If you would like us to arrange post-tour accommodation, then we can do this on request for you.
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Escaping a cold London winter back in 1998, we followed the sun for a colourful adventure around the world. Discovering amazing history, interesting cultures and the jaw-dropping beauty of our planet, the friends we made along the way made our journey all the more special. Inspired to share our experiences, the seeds were sown and On The Go Tours was born.
Over the years we’ve grown into a small yet global company, with a purposeful local ethos. True to our own travels, authenticity is core to our holidays. We’d love you to experience a country the way it really is, with people who live there and know it inside out. We know this makes the difference between a great holiday and a truly memorable one. Our carefully sought out English-speaking local guides are passionate about sharing their country with you and we believe that they are amongst the best in the business.
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