Overview
Explore Japan's major cities and cultural landmarks on this 8 day small group tour covering Tokyo, Mount Fuji, Kyoto, Nara, Osaka, Hiroshima, and Miyajima Island.
Visit Tokyo's historic temples and modern city landmarks, take in views of Mount Fuji from Arakurayama Sengen Park and Lake Kawaguchi, and travel between destinations aboard Japan's Shinkansen bullet train. Continue to Kyoto and Nara to see some of the country's most important temples, shrines, and traditional districts before exploring Osaka's famous entertainment and shopping areas.
The journey also includes a visit to Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park and Miyajima Island, home to the UNESCO listed Itsukushima Shrine and its floating torii gate. Along the way, visit Meiji Jingu Shrine, Senso-ji Temple, Kinkaku-ji Temple, Fushimi Inari Taisha, Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Todaiji Temple, Nara Park, Osaka Castle, and other notable cultural and historical sites.
This small group tour accommodates approximately 1–16 travellers per departure and includes selected 4 star accommodation, daily breakfast, guided sightseeing, Shinkansen tickets, and entrance fees as specified in the itinerary.
Visit Tokyo's historic temples and modern city landmarks, take in views of Mount Fuji from Arakurayama Sengen Park and Lake Kawaguchi, and travel between destinations aboard Japan's Shinkansen bullet train. Continue to Kyoto and Nara to see some of the country's most important temples, shrines, and traditional districts before exploring Osaka's famous entertainment and shopping areas.
The journey also includes a visit to Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park and Miyajima Island, home to the UNESCO listed Itsukushima Shrine and its floating torii gate. Along the way, visit Meiji Jingu Shrine, Senso-ji Temple, Kinkaku-ji Temple, Fushimi Inari Taisha, Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Todaiji Temple, Nara Park, Osaka Castle, and other notable cultural and historical sites.
This small group tour accommodates approximately 1–16 travellers per departure and includes selected 4 star accommodation, daily breakfast, guided sightseeing, Shinkansen tickets, and entrance fees as specified in the itinerary.
Highlights
Explore Kyoto and Nara, two of Japan's most important cultural centres, known for their temples, shrines, and historic sites.
Visit Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park and Miyajima Island, home to the floating torii gate of Itsukushima Shrine.
Travel between Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, and Hiroshima aboard Japan's Shinkansen bullet train.
Walk to the Chureito Pagoda viewpoint for clear views of Mount Fuji and the surrounding landscape.
Perks Included
- Hotels
- Meals
- Transfers
Destinations
Itinerary
Highlights: Arrival in Tokyo, Free Time
Meals: None
- Welcome to Tokyo. Upon arrival, make your own way to the hotel and complete check in.
- The remainder of the day is free at leisure. Depending on your arrival time, you may wish to explore the surrounding area, enjoy your first Japanese meal, or rest after your flight before the touring begins.
- Tokyo is Japan's capital and largest city, with a population of more than 14 million people. The city combines historic temples and shrines with modern business districts, shopping areas, parks, museums, and entertainment precincts. It is also one of the country's main transportation hubs and serves as the centre of Japan's political, economic, and cultural activities.
- Overnight in Tokyo.
Highlights: Mount Fuji, Arakurayama Sengen Park, Chureito Pagoda, Lake Kawaguchi Cruise
Meals: Breakfast
- After breakfast, travel to the Mount Fuji region for a full day excursion.
- Standing at 3,776 metres, Mount Fuji is Japan's highest mountain and one of the country's most recognised landmarks. Designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the mountain has long been regarded as a sacred symbol in Japanese culture and has inspired artists, writers, and photographers for centuries. Views of Mount Fuji are subject to weather conditions and visibility cannot be guaranteed.
- Begin your journey at Arakurayama Sengen Park. You will start at the bottom of the hill near the Arakura Fuji Sengen Shrine. From the shrine, walk up the 398 stone steps. This uphill walk takes about 15 to 20 minutes. At the top, you will see the famous red five story Chureito Pagoda, one of Japan’s most photographed scenes. Behind the pagoda, you will see Mount Fuji. Walk to the observation deck to look at the view and take photos.
- Continue to Lake Kawaguchi, the most visited of the Fuji Five Lakes. Located at the northern base of Mount Fuji, the lake is a popular destination for sightseeing and photography, particularly on clear days when the mountain can be reflected on the water's surface.
- Enjoy a Lake Kawaguchi cruise, offering a different perspective of the surrounding landscapes and Mount Fuji. There is also time to explore parts of the lakeside area before returning to Tokyo.
- Overnight in Tokyo.
- This excursion is limited to a maximum of 8 hours. Additional hours beyond the scheduled touring time will incur a surcharge.
Highlights: Meiji Jingu Shrine, Shibuya Crossing, Hachiko Statue, Senso-ji Temple, Nakamise Shopping Street, Tokyo Skytree View from the temple, Tsukiji Outer Market
Meals: Breakfast
- Begin at Meiji Jingu Shrine, one of Tokyo's most important Shinto shrines. Dedicated to Emperor Meiji and Empress Shoken, the shrine is set within a forest of more than 100,000 trees donated from across Japan. Walk through the large wooden torii gate and learn about the customs and traditions associated with Shinto worship. Make sure to dress appropriately and be mindful of noise levels when visiting the shrine.
- Continue to Shibuya Crossing, one of the busiest pedestrian intersections in the world. Surrounded by department stores, restaurants, office buildings, and entertainment venues, the crossing has become one of Tokyo's most recognised city landmarks. Nearby stands the Hachiko Statue, dedicated to the loyal Akita dog remembered for waiting for his owner each day outside Shibuya Station.
- Later, visit Senso-ji Temple in the historic district of Asakusa. Founded in 645 AD, it is Tokyo's oldest Buddhist temple and one of the city's most visited religious sites. Enter through the famous Kaminarimon Gate before walking along Nakamise Shopping Street, where traditional snacks, souvenirs, and local products are sold by long established shops.
- Within the temple grounds, see the Main Hall and Five Storey Pagoda before continuing to an area in the temple that offers views of Tokyo Skytree, Japan's tallest structure at 634 metres.
- The day concludes at Tsukiji Outer Market, a popular destination for fresh seafood, local delicacies, Japanese ingredients, and specialty food products. Although the wholesale fish market relocated to Toyosu, Tsukiji remains one of Tokyo's best known food districts.
- Return to the hotel after sightseeing.
- Overnight in Tokyo.
Highlights: Shinkansen Bullet Train, Kinkaku-ji Temple, Nijo Castle
Meals: Breakfast
- After breakfast, transfer to Tokyo Station and board the Shinkansen bullet train to Kyoto.
- Japan's Shinkansen network is known for its speed, efficiency, and punctuality, connecting major cities across the country. The journey to Kyoto takes approximately 2.5 hours.
- Upon arrival, begin the sightseeing in Kyoto, Japan's imperial capital for more than one thousand years. The city is home to numerous temples, shrines, gardens, and UNESCO World Heritage Sites, making it one of the country's most important cultural destinations.
- Visit Kinkaku-ji Temple, also known as the Golden Pavilion. Originally built in 1397 as a retirement villa for Shogun Ashikaga Yoshimitsu, it was later converted into a Zen Buddhist temple. The upper floors are covered in gold leaf and reflect across the surrounding pond, creating one of Kyoto's most recognisable views.
- Continue to Nijo Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site built in 1603 as the Kyoto residence of Tokugawa Ieyasu. Explore the castle grounds and learn about its role during Japan's feudal era. One of the castle's best known features is its "nightingale floors," designed to produce a chirping sound when walked upon as a security measure against intruders.
- Following the tour, transfer to your hotel.
- Overnight in Kyoto.
Highlights: Fushimi Inari Taisha, Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Ninenzaka, Sannenzaka, Yasaka Shrine, Gion District
Meals: Breakfast
- Continue your exploration of Kyoto with visits to several of the city's most important cultural and religious landmarks.
- Begin at Fushimi Inari Taisha, a Shinto shrine dedicated to Inari, the deity associated with rice, agriculture, and prosperity. The shrine is best known for its thousands of vermilion Senbon Torii gates that form pathways through the wooded slopes of Mount Inari. The site is one of Kyoto's most visited attractions and has become one of Japan's most recognisable landmarks. The full round trip hike to the summit takes two to three hours, but many visitors only walk 30 to 40 minutes to the Yotsutsuji intersection because the number of torii gates decreases beyond that point.
- Next, visit Kiyomizu-dera Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site founded in 778 AD. The temple is famous for its large wooden stage overlooking Kyoto and its location on the hillside of eastern Kyoto. From the temple grounds, enjoy views across the city while exploring one of Japan's most important Buddhist sites.
- Continue on foot through Ninenzaka and Sannenzaka, two preserved historic streets lined with traditional wooden buildings, tea houses, cafés, craft shops, and souvenir stores. These streets provide one of the best examples of Kyoto's historic cityscape.
- Visit Yasaka Shrine, one of Kyoto's best known Shinto shrines and the centre of the annual Gion Matsuri Festival.
- The day concludes in the Gion District, Kyoto's traditional geisha quarter. The area is known for its preserved wooden machiya houses, tea houses, and narrow streets that reflect Kyoto's historical character.
- Overnight in Kyoto.
Highlights: Todaiji Temple, Great Buddha, Nara Park, Kasuga Taisha Shrine, Osaka Castle Park, Shinsaibashi-suji Shopping Street, Dotonbori
Meals: Breakfast
- After breakfast, depart Kyoto and travel to Nara, Japan's first permanent capital, established in 710 AD. Today, Nara is known for its historic temples, shrines, and UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
- Begin at Todaiji Temple, one of Japan's most important Buddhist temples and home to the Great Buddha (Daibutsu). Standing approximately 15 metres high, the bronze statue is housed inside the Great Buddha Hall, one of the world's largest wooden buildings.
- Continue to Nara Park, where more than 1,000 freely roaming deer live throughout the park grounds. Considered sacred messengers of the gods in Shinto tradition, the deer have become one of Nara's most recognised symbols. Visitors can purchase specially made deer crackers from vendors around the park.
- Next, visit Kasuga Taisha Shrine, a UNESCO World Heritage Site founded in 768 AD. The shrine is known for its vermilion coloured buildings and thousands of bronze and stone lanterns that line the pathways and shrine grounds. These lanterns are lit during special festivals held throughout the year.
- In the afternoon, continue to Osaka, Japan's third largest city and an important commercial centre.
- Visit Osaka Castle Park, home to one of Japan's most famous castles. Originally built by Toyotomi Hideyoshi in the late 16th century, Osaka Castle played a significant role in the unification of Japan. The castle grounds feature impressive stone walls, moats, gardens, and seasonal landscapes.
- The day's sightseeing continues at Shinsaibashi-suji Shopping Street, one of Osaka's main shopping districts, before heading to nearby Dotonbori. Known for its bright billboards, restaurants, entertainment venues, and the famous Glico Man Sign, Dotonbori is one of Osaka's most visited areas and a popular place to experience the city's food culture.
- Following the tour, transfer to your hotel. Overnight in Osaka.
Highlights: Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, Atomic Bomb Dome, Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum, Miyajima Island, Itsukushima Shrine
Meals: Breakfast
- The distance between Osaka and Hiroshima is approximately 300 kilometres. Travel between the two cities is by Shinkansen bullet train, with a journey time of approximately 1.5–2 hours each way. An English-speaking guide will accompany the group throughout the excursion, including the train journey between Osaka and Hiroshima.
- Upon arrival at Hiroshima Station, your guide will accompany the group using local public transportation to visit the city's main attractions. This allows you to experience Japan's efficient public transport network while travelling between sightseeing locations.
- Begin your visit at Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, established near the hypocentre of the atomic bombing of 6 August 1945. The park contains a number of memorials dedicated to those affected by the bombing and serves as an important place of remembrance.
- Within the park, see the Atomic Bomb Dome, one of the few structures left standing near the hypocentre. Preserved as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the building remains an important symbol of Hiroshima's history and post war recovery.
- Continue to the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum, which documents the events leading up to and following the bombing through photographs, personal stories, historical records, and exhibits. The museum provides important insight into Hiroshima's past and the city's commitment to promoting peace.
- Afterwards, travel to Miyajima Island, officially known as Itsukushima. Located in Hiroshima Bay, the island has long been regarded as a sacred place and is considered one of Japan's most scenic destinations.
- Visit Itsukushima Shrine, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for its floating torii gate. During high tide, the gate appears to rise directly from the water, creating one of Japan's most recognised views. The shrine complex was originally established in the 6th century and is built over the water using traditional architectural techniques.
- Following the visit, return to Hiroshima Station and board the Shinkansen back to Osaka.
- For transfers between your hotel and Osaka Station, a private vehicle will be arranged if the group size exceeds 8 travellers. For groups of 8 travellers or fewer, the guide will accompany the group using local public transportation.
- Overnight in Osaka.
Highlights: Departure Day
Meals: Breakfast
- After breakfast, check out of your hotel and make your own way to Kansai International Airport for your onward flight.
- Depending on your departure time, you may have the opportunity to enjoy some free time before leaving Osaka.
- Your journey concludes after visiting Tokyo, Mount Fuji, Kyoto, Nara, Osaka, Hiroshima, and Miyajima Island, including some of Japan's most important cultural landmarks, historic sites, and UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
- Airport transfers are not included in this package. Should you require assistance arranging your transfer to Kansai International Airport, please reach out to us and we will be happy to provide available options.
- We wish you a safe journey home and thank you for travelling with Fayyaz Travels.
Inclusions
- Accommodations in 4 star hotels as per itinerary
- English-speaking guide during sightseeing
- Daily breakfast as specified in the itinerary
- Entrance tickets to listed attractions
- Air-conditioned transportation during tour days and Shinkansen (Bullet Train) tickets
- This package operates as a small group tour with approximately 1–16 travellers per departure. Pricing is based on double occupancy, with two travellers sharing a room. Travellers who wish to occupy a single room will need to pay a single supplement. Solo travellers are welcome, subject to availability and confirmation at the time of booking.
Exclusions
- International flights (Reach out to us separately if you would like to add flights)
- Japan visa fees, 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 to add travel insurance)
- Airport transfers on arrival and departure
- Meals not mentioned in the itinerary
- Japan Accommodation Tax to be paid directly to the hotel front desk upon check in
- Personal expenses and gratuities
- Single Supplement is SGD 1918, required for solo travellers and for travellers who wish to occupy their own room
- Costs due to traffic delays, strikes, bad weather, aircraft or mechanical failures, flight cancellations or schedule changes, and force majeure events
- The tour is restricted to one suitcase (maximum 26 inches) and one carry-on backpack per person
- Day 2 excursion is only for 8 hours, if tour hours exceeds, a surcharge applies
- Early check in and check out
- On Day 7, travellers will be accompanied by a guide throughout the tour and experience public transportation for hotel transfers and sightseeing in Hiroshima. For group size exceeding 8 pax, will be using a private vehicle for hotel transfer only
- This package operates on fixed Sunday departures only: 05 Jul, 12 Jul, 19 Jul, 09 Aug, 16 Aug, 23 Aug, 06 Sep, 13 Sep, and 20 Sep 2026
- Please note that no bookings has been made for this package, availability and pricing are subject to change until the time of booking
FAQ
- Accommodations in 4 star hotels as per itinerary
- English-speaking guide during sightseeing
- Daily breakfast as specified in the itinerary
- Entrance tickets to listed attractions
- Air-conditioned transportation during tour days and Shinkansen (Bullet Train) tickets
- This package operates as a small group tour with approximately 1–16 travellers per departure. Pricing is based on double occupancy, with two travellers sharing a room. Travellers who wish to occupy a single room will need to pay a single supplement. Solo travellers are welcome, subject to availability and confirmation at the time of booking.
- International flights (Reach out to us separately if you would like to add flights)
- Japan visa fees, 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 to add travel insurance)
- Airport transfers on arrival and departure
- Meals not mentioned in the itinerary
- Japan Accommodation Tax to be paid directly to the hotel front desk upon check in
- Personal expenses and gratuities
- Single Supplement is SGD 1918, required for solo travellers and for travellers who wish to occupy their own room
- Costs due to traffic delays, strikes, bad weather, aircraft or mechanical failures, flight cancellations or schedule changes, and force majeure events
- The tour is restricted to one suitcase (maximum 26 inches) and one carry-on backpack per person
- Day 2 excursion is only for 8 hours, if tour hours exceeds, a surcharge applies
- Early check in and check out
- On Day 7, travellers will be accompanied by a guide throughout the tour and experience public transportation for hotel transfers and sightseeing in Hiroshima. For group size exceeding 8 pax, will be using a private vehicle for hotel transfer only
- This package operates on fixed Sunday departures only: 05 Jul, 12 Jul, 19 Jul, 09 Aug, 16 Aug, 23 Aug, 06 Sep, 13 Sep, and 20 Sep 2026
- Please note that no bookings has been made for this package, availability and pricing are subject to change until the time of booking
8D | 7N
Tokyo
8 days
Package prices are per person and vary by hotel and room type. For specific inquiries or customized packages, please contact our team.
