30 MAR - 16 APR 2026 | 18 DAYS
OSAKA TO TOKYO
Highlights of Japan
The “Land of the Rising Sun” has always captured the imagination of travellers, from the iconic image of Mt. Fuji rising up from the horizon to the quiet beauty of a garden tea ceremony. Ancient history is woven into the ultra-modern culture of Japan, with hundred-year-old Shinto shrines right next door to sleek modern buildings. What could be a culture clash ends up a beautiful harmony, showcasing where Japan has been, and where it is headed.
HIGHLIGHTS
Explore iconic castles and temples including Osaka Castle, Himeji Castle, Kinkakuji (Golden Pavilion), and Kiyomizu Temple in Kyoto.
Visit Nara’s Todaiji Temple and Nara Park, home to the Great Buddha and friendly roaming deer.
Experience Japan’s famous bullet trains as you travel between major cities including Osaka, Kyoto, Hiroshima, and Kanazawa.
Discover Hiroshima’s moving history at the Peace Memorial Park, A-Bomb Dome, and Miyajima’s floating torii gate.
Take part in a traditional tea ceremony with a tea master in Kyoto and stroll the preserved geisha district of Gion.
Wander through stunning gardens such as Isui-en in Nara, Kenrokuen in Kanazawa, and Hamarikyu in Tokyo.
Step back in time with visits to Kanazawa’s samurai houses, Takayama’s old town, and the Edo-era Kusabe Folk Crafts Museum.
Explore UNESCO-listed villages of Shirakawa-go and Gokayama with their distinctive thatched-roof houses.
Visit the snow monkeys at Jigokudani Monkey Park near Nagano, where the macaques bathe in hot springs.
Enjoy immersive cultural experiences like washi paper making, miso brewery tour, and a visit to a wasabi farm.
Cruise Lake Ashi and ride the Hakone Ropeway over volcanic landscapes near Mt. Fuji, with views of the iconic peak.
Take in the energy of Tokyo with visits to Senso-ji Temple, Shibuya Crossing, Meiji Shrine, and Tokyo Skytree.
INCLUDED SERVICES
Economy flights from Home Port to Osaka & return from Tokyo
Private transfers throughout the itinerary
Comfortable hotel accommodation throughout
Sightseeing as outlined in the itinerary
Gratuities
Services of an experienced Hosted Journeys Tour Host
15 x Breakfasts (B), 4x Lunches (L), 9 x Dinners (D)
Georgia has been in the travel industry for over 3 years. Her passion for travel started at a very young age and she loves being able to share this passion with her valued clients. Georgia has enjoyed visiting countries all across the world and her favourite destinations include Canada, Italy & Thailand. One of her most memorable travel experiences was snowshoeing in Banff and making maple taffy in the Snow.
"I love discovering the history of each destination i visit and I
am excited to host you as we dive into the history & culture
of Japan. Join me on this in-depth itinerary taking in all of the
highlights the land of the rising sun”..
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