Day 1

Arrive at Haneda or Narita Airport

Upon landing at either Narita Airport or Haneda Airport, meet your driver and transfer to your accommodation by private vehicle. The remainder of the day will be free time in Tokyo to spend however you please.

Accommodation: Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo (breakfast included)

Included Services: Private vehicle transfer from Narita/Haneda Airport to Tokyo

 

Day 2

Guided Tour in Tokyo

In the morning, meet your private guide at your hotel before setting out on a tour of Tokyo by public transportation. Today will be focused on experiencing many renowned areas in the city, such as the upscale streets of the Ginza District, the nostalgic charms of Asakusa and Senso-ji Temple, as well as many other surprises along the way.

Accommodation: Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo (breakfast included)

Included Services: 8-hour private guide, public transportation during guided tour

 

Day 3

Independent Day in Tokyo

Today is an independent day where you can explore Tokyo at your leisure.

Accommodation: Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo (breakfast included)

 

Day 4

Travel From Tokyo to Hakone

In the morning, you will depart for the hot springs town of Hakone via the Hakone Free Pass. After taking some time to independently explore the sights of Hakone, such as the volcanic valley of Owakudani and the azure blue waters of Lake Ashi, your day will conclude with a stay at Japanese-style accommodation.

*A supplement for a tour of Hakone with a private guide by private vehicle is available.

Accommodation: Tokinoyu Setsugetsuka (dinner and breakfast included)

Included Services: 1-day Hakone Free Pass

 

Day 5

Travel From Hakone to Kyoto

Today, you will be transferred by private vehicle to Odawara Station to take the bullet train (shinkansen) from Odawara Station to Kyoto. The remainder of the day will be free time in Kyoto to spend however you please.

Accommodation:  Righa Gran Kyoto (breakfast included)

Included Services: Private vehicle transfer to Odawara Station, bullet train from Odawara to Kyoto

 

Day 6

Guided Tour in Kyoto

In the morning, meet your private guide at your hotel before setting out on a tour of Kyoto by private vehicle. Today will be focused on experiencing many famous spots in this ancient city, such as the lush bamboo groves of Arashiyama, the iconic Golden Pavilion, as well as a few other hidden gems along the way.

Accommodation: Righa Gran Kyoto (breakfast included)

Included Services: 8-hour private guide, 8-hour private vehicle during guided tour

 

Day 7

Guided Tour in Hiroshima

In the morning, you will take the bullet train (shinkansen) from Kyoto to Hiroshima. Upon arriving at Hiroshima Station, you and your private guide will set out on a tour of the city. Today will be focused on experiencing many of the iconic areas of this history-defining city, such as the beautiful island of Miyajima, the solemn Peace Park, as well as a few other renowned sights. The ferry from the Peace Park to Miyajima Island is included. At the end of your tour in Hiroshima, you will travel back to Hiroshima Station to take the bullet train (shinkansen) back to Kyoto.

Accommodation: Righa Gran Kyoto (breakfast included)

Included Services: 8-hour private guide, round-trip bullet train from Kyoto to Hiroshima, ferry from Peace Park to Miyajima Island

 

Day 8

Independent Day in Kyoto

Today is an independent day where you can explore Kyoto at your leisure.

Accommodation: Righa Gran Kyoto (breakfast included)

 

Day 9

Guided Tour in Nara

In the morning, meet your private guide at your hotel before setting out on a tour of Nara by private vehicle. Today will be focused on experiencing many of the iconic symbols of this former ancient capital, such as the Great Buddha of Todai-ji Temple, the friendly deer of Nara Park, as well as a few other must-see spots along the way. At the end of your tour in Nara, you will be transferred to your accommodation in Osaka.

Accommodation: Hotel Granvia Osaka (breakfast included)

Included Services: 8-hour private guide, 8-hour private vehicle during guided tour

 

Day 10

Guided Tour in Osaka

In the morning, meet your private guide at your hotel before setting out on a tour of Osaka by public transportation. Today will be focused on experiencing many renowned areas in this mega city, such as the imposing Osaka Castle, the iconic Glico Man of Dotonbori, as well as many other surprises along the way.

Accommodation: Hotel Granvia Osaka (breakfast included)

Included Services: 8-hour private guide, public transportation during guided tour

 

Day 11

Independent Day in Osaka

Today is an independent day where you can explore Osaka at your leisure.

Accommodation: Hotel Granvia Osaka (breakfast included)

 

Day 12

Depart Japan

Today, a private vehicle will transfer you from your accommodation in Osaka to either Itami Airport or Kansai Airport to catch your flight. Safe travels!

Included Services: Private vehicle transfer from Osaka to Itami/Kansai Airport