Overview
Discover Japan through an 8-day journey that brings together the character of Osaka, the temples and traditional streets of Kyoto, the cultural sights of Nara, and the energy of Tokyo. The route also takes you to the Mount Fuji area, where Lake Kawaguchi and the autumn colours of the surrounding area add a different side to the experience. For travellers looking for a Japan Tour from Singapore, this itinerary brings several of the country's well known places together in one journey.
The journey follows Japan's Golden Route from Osaka to Tokyo, with the change of cities forming part of the experience as you travel by Shinkansen from Kyoto. Along the way, there is a mix of historic sites, traditional neighbourhoods, markets and city highlights, with October and November offering the chance to see Japan during the autumn season.
Highlights
Tokyo's Golden Ginkgo Trees. Walk beneath the golden ginkgo trees along Tokyo's Ginkgo Avenue during the autumn season.
Traditional Streets & Cultural Districts. Discover historic lanes, geisha districts, local markets and everyday Japanese culture.
Osaka, Nara, Kyoto & Tokyo. Explore four of Japan's major destinations in one well balanced journey.
Kyoto's Autumn Temple Gardens. Explore Kyoto's temples, gardens and traditional districts during the autumn leaves season.
Perks Included
- Accommodation
- Meals
- Transfers
- Sightseeing
- Shared Tours (SIC)
- Entry Fees
- Rail Travel
Destinations
This package takes you through Tokyo, Nara, and Osaka in Japan. Each stop includes a short place guide and live weather; the map shows straight-line distances between cities.
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- Osaka (End)
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Itinerary
Highlights: Kansai International Airport Arrival, Private Transfer to Osaka Hotel, Free time to visit Shinsaibashi, Umeda
Meals: None
- Your Japan journey begins with your arrival at Kansai International Airport. An English-speaking driver will meet you at the arrival exit with a name card and monitor your flight before taking you to your Osaka hotel. After check-in, the rest of the day is free for your own arrangements. You may choose to explore Shinsaibashi, one of Osaka's well known shopping areas, or spend some time around Umeda, another major part of the city. An evening at a local izakaya is also suggested for you to experience.
Highlights: Osaka Castle Park, Todaiji Temple – Great Buddha Hall, Nara Deer Park, Fushimi Inari Taisha
Meals: Breakfast
- Begin at Osaka Castle Park, a large park in central Osaka that surrounds Osaka Castle and includes several historic structures and gardens. Entry to the Tenshukaku is not included. Continue to Nara and visit Todaiji Temple, home to the Great Buddha Hall and its large bronze Buddha, before spending time at Nara Deer Park, known for its free-roaming deer.
- The day then continues to Fushimi Inari Taisha in Kyoto, a major shrine known for its long rows of bright orange torii gates. After the visit, continue to your Kyoto hotel.
Highlights: Sanzenin Temple, Kiyomizudera Temple, Ninenzaka, Sannenzaka, Gion
Meals: Breakfast
- Today introduces some of Kyoto's historic temple areas and traditional streets. Begin at Sanzenin Temple in Ohara, known for its temple grounds and garden, before continuing to Kiyomizudera Temple, one of Kyoto's best-known temples, with its distinctive wooden veranda.
- Continue through Ninenzaka and Sannenzaka, historic streets lined with traditional-style buildings, shops and restaurants. The day ends in Gion, a traditional Kyoto district known for its tea houses and its connection with geiko and maiko culture.
Highlights: Sagano Railway, Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, Togetsukyo Bridge, Tenryuji Temple, Nishiki Market, Eikando Temple
Meals: Breakfast
- Continue your Kyoto experience around Arashiyama, beginning with the Sagano Railway. The route then takes you to the Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, one of the area's best known places, followed by Togetsukyo Bridge, a well-known landmark spanning the Katsura River.
- Visit Tenryuji Temple, a major Zen temple whose grounds include a historic pond garden, before continuing to Nishiki Market. Often called the “Kitchen of Kyoto,” the market is known for shops selling food, ingredients and local products. Finish the day at Eikando Temple before returning to your hotel.
Highlights: Private Station Transfer, Kyoto–Tokyo Shinkansen, Tokyo Hotel
Meals: Breakfast
- Today marks the change from Kyoto to Tokyo. After a private transfer to the station, board the Shinkansen for the journey to Tokyo. The high-speed rail journey gives you a different way to experience the transition between the two cities, with private transfers arranged for the stations and no guide accompanying this part of the tour..
- After arriving in Tokyo, continue to your hotel and enjoy the remainder of the day at your own leisure.
Highlights: Meiji Jingu Shrine, Ginkgo Avenue, Shibuya Crossing, Sensoji Temple, Nakamise, Akihabara
Meals: Breakfast
- Begin with Meiji Jingu Shrine, a major Shinto shrine in Tokyo, before continuing to Ginkgo Avenue, known for its line of ginkgo trees. The programme then brings you to Shibuya Crossing, one of Tokyo's most recognisable city landmarks and a symbol of the energy of modern Shibuya.
- Continue to Sensoji Temple and Nakamise. Sensoji is one of Tokyo's best known Buddhist temples, while Nakamise is the traditional shopping street leading towards the temple. The day finishes in Akihabara, an area associated with electronics, anime, manga and gaming, before returning to your hotel.
Highlights: Lake Kawaguchi, Maple Corridor, Kubota Itchiku Art Museum, Tenjo-san Cable Car or Lake Cruise
Meals: Breakfast
- Leave Tokyo for the Mount Fuji area and spend the day around Lake Kawaguchi, one of the area's well known lake destinations. Continue to the Maple Corridor, particularly suited to the autumn theme of this package, before visiting the Kubota Itchiku Art Museum, which is included..
- The day then offers a choice between the Tenjo-san Cable Car or a Lake Cruise, giving you two different ways to experience the Lake Kawaguchi area. After the day's sightseeing, return to Tokyo.
Highlights: Tokyo Hotel Departure, Narita or Haneda Airport
Meals: Breakfast
- Your Japan journey comes to an end today with your departure from either Narita or Haneda Airport. A transfer will take you from your Tokyo hotel to the airport.
- Thank you once again for choosing Fayyaz Travels. We wish you a safe and pleasant journey home and look forward to welcoming you on another journey in the future.
Inclusions
- 7 nights' hotel accommodation based on twin sharing
- Daily breakfast
- Private vehicle throughout the tour
- English-speaking driver
- Driver costs, including fuel, tolls and parking
- 1 bottle of mineral water per person per day
- Entrance ticket to Todaiji Temple – Great Buddha Hall
- Entrance ticket to Sanzenin Temple
- Entrance ticket to Kiyomizudera Temple
- Entrance ticket to Sagano Scenic Railway
- Entrance ticket to Tenryuji Temple
- Entrance ticket to Eikando Temple
- Entrance ticket to Kubota Itchiku Art Museum
- Entrance ticket to Mt. Fuji Panorama Ropeway
- Shinkansen ticket from Kyoto to Tokyo
- Private station transfers for the Kyoto–Tokyo Shinkansen journey
- 24-hour phone support throughout the tour
Exclusions
- International flights (Reach out to us separately if you would like to add flights)
- Visa, if applicable (Reach out to us separately if you would like assistance regarding visa arrangements)
- Travel insurance (Reach out to us separately if you would like assistance with travel insurance options.)
- Other meals that are not mentioned in the inclusions. It can be arranged with additional charge. Lunch is 70 SGD per person per meal and dinner 90 SGD per person per meal
- Optional activities and entrance fees not stated as included
- Personal expenses and gratuities
- Guide during tour days can be arrange with additional 1430 USD per person
- Other services not mentioned in the inclusions
- Costs due to traffic delays, strikes, bad weather, aircraft or mechanical failures, flight cancellations or schedule changes, and force majeure events
- This is a private tour with a minimum of 2 guests
- The standard arrangement includes an English-speaking driver. An English-speaking guide is available with additional charges
- The private vehicle is available for up to 10 hours per sightseeing day. Additional vehicle use beyond the included hours is subject to an additional charge
- If an English-speaking guide is selected, additional guide hours beyond the included service are subject to an additional charge
- A seasonal surcharge of 320 SGD per person applies for travel from 14 November to 6 December, 21 to 31 December, and 1 to 9 January
- Itineraries, activity sequences, and accommodations are subject to change or amendment should weather conditions or unforeseen reasons require it
- No bookings have been made for this package. Availability and pricing are subject to confirmation at the time of booking
Tour Prices
| Hotel | Room | Per person | Single add-on |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3-star | Twin sharing (2 pax) | SGD 3,914 | SGD 30,020 |
| 4-star | Twin sharing (2 pax) | SGD 4,200 | SGD 3,400 |
Twin sharing is per person for two in one room. Single add-on is the extra per-person rate for a third guest sharing the same twin room. For other options, email us.
FAQ
- 7 nights' hotel accommodation based on twin sharing
- Daily breakfast
- Private vehicle throughout the tour
- English-speaking driver
- Driver costs, including fuel, tolls and parking
- 1 bottle of mineral water per person per day
- Entrance ticket to Todaiji Temple – Great Buddha Hall
- Entrance ticket to Sanzenin Temple
- Entrance ticket to Kiyomizudera Temple
- Entrance ticket to Sagano Scenic Railway
- Entrance ticket to Tenryuji Temple
- Entrance ticket to Eikando Temple
- Entrance ticket to Kubota Itchiku Art Museum
- Entrance ticket to Mt. Fuji Panorama Ropeway
- Shinkansen ticket from Kyoto to Tokyo
- Private station transfers for the Kyoto–Tokyo Shinkansen journey
- 24-hour phone support throughout the tour
- International flights (Reach out to us separately if you would like to add flights)
- Visa, if applicable (Reach out to us separately if you would like assistance regarding visa arrangements)
- Travel insurance (Reach out to us separately if you would like assistance with travel insurance options.)
- Other meals that are not mentioned in the inclusions. It can be arranged with additional charge. Lunch is 70 SGD per person per meal and dinner 90 SGD per person per meal
- Optional activities and entrance fees not stated as included
- Personal expenses and gratuities
- Guide during tour days can be arrange with additional 1430 USD per person
- Other services not mentioned in the inclusions
- Costs due to traffic delays, strikes, bad weather, aircraft or mechanical failures, flight cancellations or schedule changes, and force majeure events
- This is a private tour with a minimum of 2 guests
- The standard arrangement includes an English-speaking driver. An English-speaking guide is available with additional charges
- The private vehicle is available for up to 10 hours per sightseeing day. Additional vehicle use beyond the included hours is subject to an additional charge
- If an English-speaking guide is selected, additional guide hours beyond the included service are subject to an additional charge
- A seasonal surcharge of 320 SGD per person applies for travel from 14 November to 6 December, 21 to 31 December, and 1 to 9 January
- Itineraries, activity sequences, and accommodations are subject to change or amendment should weather conditions or unforeseen reasons require it
- No bookings have been made for this package. Availability and pricing are subject to confirmation at the time of booking
8D | 7N
Osaka
8 days
Package prices are per person and vary by hotel and room type. For specific inquiries or customized packages, please contact our team.
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