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Enchanting Japan: A 13-Day Adventure

Experience the enchanting allure of Japan on this captivating 13-day tour, where rich traditions meet modern marvels. Begin your adventure in the bustling metropolis of Tokyo, where you’ll explore vibrant neighborhoods, historic landmarks, and indulge in delectable cuisine. Journey through picturesque landscapes as you traverse the scenic Nakasendo Highway and the serene Kiso Valley, immersing yourself in Japan’s natural beauty. Discover the poignant history of Hiroshima and the cultural treasures of Kyoto, from iconic temples to the elegant world of geisha. Finally, relax in the stunning surroundings of Hakone, all while experiencing Japan’s renowned hospitality. This unforgettable journey promises a perfect blend of history, culture, and breathtaking scenery that will leave you with lasting memories.

Tour Highlights:

Explore the vibrant and dynamic capital city of Tokyo, rich in culture and modernity.
Discover the enchanting Geisha quarter of Gion in Kyoto, known for its historic charm.
Relax and rejuvenate in a hot spring within the scenic Hakone National Park.
Hike along the historic Nakasendo Highway in Tsumago, an ancient trade route lined with picturesque landscapes.
Visit the iconic ‘floating’ torii gate on Miyajima Island, a stunning symbol of Japan’s natural beauty.

What’s included

Full-time service of a licensed English-speaking tour guide for a seamless experience.
All accommodations provided throughout the tour.
Daily breakfast buffets to start your day right.
Comprehensive ground transportation throughout Japan during the entire journey.
Complimentary airport transfers for your convenience.
Admission fees, taxes, and gratuities included at all featured destinations.
Exciting experience on a bullet train to enhance your travel adventure.

What’s not included

International airfare to and from Japan.
Travel insurance for coverage during your trip.
Optional excursions not included in the standard itinerary.

Itinerary ideas

  • 1

    After your customs clearance and luggage collection, you’ll be greeted by an airport guide who will provide your trip documents and assist you to your hotel. Once you check in, spend the rest of the day at your leisure, resting and unwinding after your flight. If you’re up for exploring, consider taking a stroll around the Imperial Gardens.

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    Your guide will meet you in the hotel lobby to outline your trip and offer valuable local tips to help you navigate the country with confidence. This session may take up to two hours, including assistance with validating your Japan Rail Pass. Afterward, head out with your guide to discover some highlights of the city. In the evening, join your guide for a delightful culinary experience in the vibrant Ebisu district.

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    Enjoy a day at leisure. We recommend catching the train to Kamakura, a picturesque seaside town located southwest of Tokyo (about a one-hour and fifteen-minute journey). Explore this historic town, home to the Great Buddha of Kotokuin and several scenic temples and shrines. After returning to Tokyo, indulge in dinner at one of our recommended restaurants.

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    Travel via bullet train and local trains to Tsumago, a tranquil postal town nestled in the Kiso Valley. In the afternoon, walk along the scenic Nakasendo Highway, a historical route that linked Kyoto and Edo (Tokyo) during the 1800s, frequented by samurai and traders. Enjoy the serene landscape dotted with temples, paddy fields, and charming countryside. Spend the evening at a traditional inn, known as a ‘ryokan.’

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    Take the train to Hiroshima, an approximately five-hour journey involving a transfer at Nagoya before continuing by bullet train. After checking into your hotel, head to the Peace Park. Though somber, this site has been transformed into a compelling memorial. Stroll along tree-lined avenues and explore the Memorial Museum.

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    Enjoy a day at your own pace to explore Hiroshima and its surroundings. We recommend taking the ferry to nearby Miyajima Island, famous for its ‘floating’ red torii gate, which appears to float on water at high tide. The island is rich with fascinating shrines and temples, showcasing its natural beauty, especially when the Japanese maples turn a deep red in October and November.

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    Take the bullet train east to Kyoto, a journey lasting about two hours. In the afternoon, join a local guide for a tour designed to maximize your experience in this multifaceted city. Stroll through the beautiful Ryoanji gardens and visit the Silver Pavilion, or head to the historic Gion district at dusk to potentially spot a Geisha.

  • 8

    In the morning, participate in a private cultural workshop at Kyoto’s Women’s Association. With the guidance of experienced English-speaking practitioners, delve into Japanese culture through origami, a tea ceremony, and dressing in a traditional kimono. After the workshop, enjoy the afternoon exploring Kyoto’s numerous gardens, shrines, and shops. Key highlights include the Golden Pavilion, vibrant food markets, and the impressive Nijo Castle.

  • 9

    Take a local train for a quick five-minute ride from Kyoto to Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine, renowned for its hundreds of red torii gates cascading down the hillside. Explore the surrounding forest before continuing on to Nara, one of Japan’s former capitals. Here, feed the wild deer and marvel at the giant Buddha housed within a magnificent wooden building.

  • 10

    Travel by bullet train to Hakone, approximately a three-and-a-half-hour journey. Check into your accommodation, then either relax in a hot spring or use our guides to explore the stunning National Park. The included Hakone Free Pass grants access to various viewpoints of the park’s mountains and lakes.

  • 11

    Enjoy a leisurely day exploring Hakone National Park at your own pace. With the Hakone Free Pass, you can easily use buses, trains, and cable cars. Consider crossing Lake Ashi on a replica pirate ship or heading to a viewing spot for a glimpse of Mount Fuji. You might also want to visit the exceptional open-air sculpture museum in Chokokunomori.

  • 12

    After a relaxing morning, return to Tokyo (approximately a one-and-a-quarter-hour train ride) for your final night in the capital. Use your last hours to explore a different area of the city, such as the Imperial Palace Gardens, the man-made island of Odaiba

Accommodation options

The itinerary price includes suggested accommodation. However, My Way Travel are fully customizable, and a specialist can help you choose the best option for your preferences and budget.

Tokyo Arrival

Booking Policy

  • All accommodation
  • 7 breakfasts & 7 dinners & 7 lunches
  • All transport, activities, and entrance fees
  • Snacks and refreshments during activities
  • English-speaking local guides
  • Bike mechanic services and a support van
  • All Bikes, helmet, and equipment

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What our clients say about us

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Alice B

22 March 2024 ★★★★★

Vietnam is just epic in every sense! Stephen at My Way Travel built us a bespoke tour to our requested place's from HoChiMin to Phan Thiet, DaLat, NaTrang, HoiAn, Halong Bay ending in Hanoi & it was amazing! All hotels, 3 tour guides over 5 day tours , drivers & transport worked very well & Stephen responded very quickly to any queries. We can’t thank or recommend him highly enough for helping us create an amazing adventure for a 70+ couple where everything was booked & organised but we had plenty of free time to explore on our own & find places for dinner most nights of our 18day trip. I’ll admit I was a little worried about using an unknown to me online agent but I really didn’t need to worry. The only thing I/we got wrong was not realising how tiring a busy tour can be especially in the heat so I’d recommend having a few days on a beach or round a pool relaxing before retuning back to Europe of further afield! Thanks Stephen for creating a well priced pretty last min wonderful tour for us!

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Kyle M

17 January 2024 ★★★★★

Wow, what a trip and experience. My Way Travel did an excellent job in creating a customized private tour itinerary for our 5 week trip to Indochina. Stephen was very responsive and easy to work with in creating a perfect itinerary, customized to our interests, budget, and timeframe. The logistics were well managed and all the tour guides and drivers in all 4 countries were fantastic. Stephen kept in touch throughout our trip to ensure everything was going well. The drivers were all excellent, prompt, and very safe drivers. Special call out to our guides; Tony, Kay, and Loc in Vietnam, Sony and Sambath in Cambodia, and Anne in Thailand for a fantastic cultural and historical experience in your respective countries. These guides were the best and really made our trip special. The sights that we saw were incredible, including Ha Long Bay and of course, Ankgor Wat. We really enjoyed the elephant sanctuary in Laos and the Laos city of Luang Prabang is a hidden gem. The bike tours that we did in Hoi An (Kay) and the Mekong Delta (Loc) to really get into the countryside and engage with local families was an incredible experience that we really enjoyed and will always cherish. We even got to stop at a local school and interact with some of the school children trying to practice their English which was pretty cool. We had a great bike tour in Siem Reap (Sambath) and all the incredible temples around Ankgor Wat. The tours that we had to understand and experience these countries from a historical and cultural perspective, brought to life by our tour guides, really made this trip a unique experience. We were well taken care of throughout our travels and the service and people were so friendly. We would highly recommend My Way Travel for your next trip to SE Asia and will not hesitate to use them in the future. Hopefully you get lucky enough to have some of the tour guides that we had.

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Garethbradburn

12 April 2024 ★★★★★

This was the fourth trip we have done with My Way Travel and arranged by Stephen. As always it was impeccably organised from arriving in Bangkok, flights to Chiang Rai, tour to the elephant sanctuary, to Krabi for a few days at the beach then transfer to Phnom Pen for the higlight of our trip, a cruise up the Mekong on a seriously luxurious boat, then transfer to Seam Riep. The hotels were excellent, the transfers seemless with good english speaking guides. We cannot recommend Stephen more highly.

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Leslie

16 May 2024 ★★★★★

An amazing trip out together by Stephen at My Way Travel! This was our second trip ( went to Vietnam and Cambodia 2019). Stephen is great to work with- very flexible and listens to what we wanted to do. This trip was originally scheduled for April 2020. A honest company that asked if I wanted my deposit back and I said no - that I would use it in a future trip! How many companies around the world did this???? We had great guides In Bangkok and Chiang Rai and Chiang Rai. Fon was full of energy and fun in Bangkok. Ann was one of the best guides I have ever had- she took us to a couple of places not noted on the tour. We went for a hike at a waterfall and visited the cave where the Thai boys were rescued in the cave. Both Ann and Fon gave us wonderful suggestions for restaurants. I would absolutely recommend Stephen and My Way Travel! We plan to use him again in planning Bali!


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