The Essence of Japan 9 days. From £2,930 per person
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Experience the best of Japan in one unforgettable journey. Feel the pulse of Tokyo, a city where cutting-edge style meets timeless tradition. Explore Matsumoto’s majestic castle and mountain charm before diving into Nagoya’s dynamic mix of culture, cuisine, and innovation. Wrap up in enchanting Kyoto, wandering through golden temples, bamboo forests, and historic geisha streets.

Want even more? Add an Osaka extension and enjoy Japan’s culinary capital—late-night neon, incredible street food, and a vibrant, friendly atmosphere.

A perfectly balanced adventure for travellers who want to see Japan’s icons—and its hidden gems.

Please contact us for the availability and price.


Price is based on 2 people sharing the room. Low season prices start from £2,930 per person.

ITINERARY

DAY 1: TOKYO - HOTEL CHECK IN
Head to the hotel with shared taxis. Enjoy free time at leisure.

Day 2: TOKYO - MT. FUJI - Sightseeing Tour (Public Transportation) (English Speaking Guide) Head to Fuji Yoshida station and visit the Chureito at Arakurayama Sengen Park, have lunch at a local restaurant and enjoy a ride on the ropeway.
Day 3: TOKYO - Sightseeing Tour (Public Transportation) (English Speaking Guide) Visit Hamarikyu Garden and stop by Asakusa to enjoy shopping at Nakamise street and a visit to Sensoji. Then the Toshogu Shrine and Shinobazu pond in Ueno will be visited, followed by the Meiji Shrine. End your day with the Shibuya crossing and Hachiko Statue before
heading back to the hotel.
Day 4: TOKYO - MATSUMOTO (Public Transportation) (Take a bullet train to Matsumoto from Shinjuku on your own and enjoy free time at leisure in Matsumoto (Ticket for Matsumoto Castle is included) *Luggage transfer from Tokyo to Kyoto.

Day 5: MATSUMOTO - NAGOYA - Sightseeing Tour (Public Transportation)
Day 6: NAGOYA - Sightseeing Tour (Public Transportation) Visit Nagoya Castle and Atsuta Jingu Shrine with an English speaking guide. Then you will transfer to Nagoya station
where you will take a bullet train to Kyoto on your own, where you meet an English speaking assistant at arrival.
Day 7: KYOTO - Sightseeing Tour (Public Transportation) (English Speaking Guide) Visit Toji, Kiyomizu Temple, Ninenzaka & Sannenzaka. Enjoy free lunch and continue your visit to Kodaiji, Yasaka and a walk around the Gion Area.
Day 8: KYOTO - Free day at leisure OR Optional tour
OPTION: Nara & Fushimi Inari Sightseeing (Public Transportation):(English speaking guide) Visit Nara, the old capital of Japan and stop by at Fushimi Inari famous for its several thousand torii gates.
Day 9: OSAKA - KIX (Airport Shuttle) OR Extension Plan Head to the airport using the airport shuttle and return back home.


EXTENSION PLAN: Koya-san & Osaka (3D2N) (Public Transportation):
(English Speaking Guide) Enjoy a visit to Koyasan, a sacred site and enjoy a night stay at the monastery. Travel onto Osaka the next day on your own and enjoy your free time at
leisure. On the next day, head to the airport using the airport shuttle to return back home.
(English Speaking Guide)Transfer to Matsumoto station on your own and meet a
English speaking guide to head to Narai. Enjoy sight seeing at Kamidonya Shiryokan and
Nakamura Residence.

The deposit and balance of the payment:
When you make your booking, you must pay a non-refundable deposit of £250.00 per person, or the full price if within 10 weeks of departure or when booking a special offer. The balance of the price of your travel arrangements must be paid at least 10 weeks before your departure date. If the deposit and/or balance is not paid in time, we shall cancel your travel arrangements. If the balance is not paid in time, we shall retain
your deposit. All monies you pay to the travel agent are held by him on our behalf at all times.

Cancellation policy: please read our T&Cs Privacy - H.I.S Travel UK

Accommodation:
TOKYO: Monterey Hanzomon or similar
MATSUMOTO: Ryokan Shoho or similar
NAGOYA: Wing International Nagoya or similar
KYOTO: MOXY Kyoto or similar
Breakfast included at all accommodation
All noted admissions, transfers and meals

EXCLUDED :
Flights to and from Japan
Guides and Meals not mentioned
Insurance
Anything not mentioned above

SEASONALITY & PRICES

Low season package price is from £2,930 per person based on 2 people sharing the room.
High season package price is from £2,960 per person based on 2 people sharing the room.

Arrival Date in Japan

Departure Date in Japan

Seasonality

April 9th, 2026

April 17th, 2026

LOW

April 16th, 2026

April 24th, 2026

LOW

May 7th, 2026

May 15th, 2026

LOW

May 21st, 2026

May 29th, 2026

LOW

June 11th, 2026

June 19th, 2026

LOW

June 25th, 2026

July 3rd, 2026

LOW

July 2nd, 2026

July 10th, 2026

LOW

July 23rd, 2026

July 31st, 2026

LOW

July 30th, 2026

August 7th, 2026

LOW

August 20th, 2026

August 28th, 2026

LOW

September 3rd, 2026

September 11th, 2026

LOW

September 10th, 2026

September 18th, 2026

LOW

October 15th, 2026

October 23rd, 2026

HIGH

October 22nd, 2026

October 30th, 2026

HIGH

Please note that this is NOT a private tour other tourists may join the tour as well.

Other departures that are not listed above are available upon request.
Minimum pax collection for tour to go ahead will be 2 people. Maximum 10 people. If you are a group more than 4 people please contact us for the group package price.
Triple room usage can be accommodated as well for the same pricing.

Arrival Date TOKYO MATSUMOTO NAGOYA KYOTO
April 9th, 2026 Ryogoku View Shoho Wing International Nagoya Moxy Kyoto
April 16th, 2026 Ryogoku View Shoho Wing International Nagoya Moxy Kyoto
May 7th, 2026 Monterey Hanzomon Shoho Wing International Nagoya Moxy Kyoto
May 21st, 2026 Monterey Hanzomon Shoho Wing International Nagoya Moxy Kyoto
June 11th, 2026 Monterey Hanzomon Shoho Wing International Nagoya Moxy Kyoto
June 25th, 2026 Monterey Hanzomon Shoho Wing International Nagoya Moxy Kyoto
July 2nd, 2026 Monterey Hanzomon Shoho Wing International Nagoya Moxy Kyoto
July 23rd, 2026 Monterey Hanzomon Shoho Wing International Nagoya Moxy Kyoto
July 30th, 2026 Monterey Hanzomon Shoho Kuretake Inn Nagoya Hisaya Odori Moxy Kyoto
August 20th, 2026 Monterey Hanzomon Shoho Kuretake Inn Nagoya Hisaya Odori Moxy Kyoto
September 3rd, 2026 Monterey Hanzomon Shoho TBD Moxy Kyoto
September 10th, 2026 Monterey Hanzomon Shoho TBD Moxy Kyoto
October 15th, 2026 TBD Shoho TBD Moxy Kyoto
October 22nd, 2026 TBD Shoho TBD Moxy Kyoto

 

*Those hotels listed as TBD will be announced when available.
*Please note that there is a possibility that hotels mentioned above may change