Tour Overview
Discover Japan's enchanting culture and mesmerizing landscapes on an unforgettable adventure. Immerse yourself in vibrant Tokyo, visit historic Kyoto, and marvel at the iconic Mt. Fuji. Experience traditional tea ceremonies, explore ancient temples, and relax in hot springs. Enjoy mouth-watering Japanese cuisine, from sushi to ramen, in authentic local settings. Engage in hands-on cultural workshops and witness the captivating beauty of cherry blossoms or autumn leaves. Embrace the spirit of Japan with this ultimate travel experience. ...more ...less
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Tokyo, Japan
Location: Tokyo
Accommodation Name: Hotel
Upon arrival at the airport, you'l be transferred to your accommodation.
Upon your arrival at Narita International Airport, meet our representative outside the arrival hall - they will be holding a sign with your name. Enjoy a convenient, hassle-free shared shuttle transfer to your hotel. Spend the rest of the day on your own, exploring your surroundings
Overnight: Tokyo
Day 2: Tokyo, Japan
Location: Tokyo
Accommodation Name: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Tokyo City tour (B)
After breakfast head to the meeting point, your Tokyo tour starts at 9AM, and you should be there at least 10 minutes before departure. During the tour, you will visit the Imperial Palace, Senso-ji Temple, walk around Ginza and enjoy shopping and sightseeing in the Ginza area. You will also get to visit Tokyo tower. At 18:30, the tour will end, you should reach your accommodation on your own, by using public transport or a taxi.
Overnight: Tokyo
Day 3: Tokyo, Japan
Location: Tokyo
Accommodation Name: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Nikko World Heritage Tour (B)
Today starts bright and early, as you should arrive to the meeting point at 8AM. Make sure to have big breakfast beforehand, to gather the strength for the entire day! You will visit Nikko Toshogu Srine, and get to enjoy Japanese-style cuisine. You will also visit lake Chuzenji and Kegon falls. The tour will end at 7PM at the Shinjuku Station West Exit, from there you should find your own transport back to your accommodation.
Day 4: Tokyo - Hakone, Japan
Location: Hakone
Accommodation Name: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Mt. Fuji, Hakone and Hot springs (B)
This morning you will meet up at 8AM to depart towards Mt. Fuji. Later on, you will get to enjoy Japanese-style cuisine, go on a short lake Ashi cruise, take a cableway ride up to the spiritual Hakone Srine Mototsumiya. In the end of the, at the end of the day tour, please find your way to the hotel by taxi or public transport.
Overnight, Hakone
Day 5: Hakone - Hiroshima, Japan
Location: Hiroshima
Accommodation Name: Hotel
Catch a high-speed bullet train to Hiroshima.
Spend the morning at leisure, but make sure to catch your train to Hiroshima in time. Your train departs at 13:30. Around 4PM you will arrive in Hiroshima, and you will have the rest of the evening off, to explore your new surroundings.
Overnight: Hiroshima
Day 6: Hiroshima, Japan
Location: Hiroshima
Accommodation Name: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Miyajima tour
After breakfast head to the meeting point, to catch your bus to M Miyajimaguchi. From Miyajimaguchi to Miyajima Port Go to Miyajima by ferry. Here you get to visit Itsukushima Shrine. Depart from Miyajimaguchi Take the bus to Peace Memorial Park. Visit - Peace Memorial Park & Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum, visit Atomic Bomb dome. Arrive at JR Hiroshima Station, at the end of the day, please reach your accommodation on your own
Overnight: Hiroshima
Day 7: Hiroshima - Kyoto, Japan
Location: Kyoto
Accommodation Name: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Head to Kyoto and enjoy a night tour in Kimono
After having breakfast, proceed to Hiroshima station by your own. Board the Shinkansen Nozomi Exp. and reach Kyoto Station. Take a taxi and reach the hotel by your own. After arriving to your accommodation, you will have some time to relax before your night tour starts. At 3:30PM, proceed to your meeting point for your next activity. Yume Kyoto - Kimono Dress-up Experience trying on an authentic kimono. Customers' clothes and unnecessary belongings will be brought in advance to the dinner venue, Gion Yoshi-Ima. Nene no Michi Take a stroll from the Yume Kyoto Kodai-ji Temple Shop to Yasaka Shrine while enjoying the atmosphere. Visit - Yasaka Shrine. This shrine is famous for the Gion Festival. Gion - Take a stroll in areas such as Hanamikoji street and Tatsumi Bridge. Tea Ceremony and Dinner at Gion Yoshi-ima. Change clothes At Gion Yoshi-Ima, change back into your own clothes. At this point the tour ends, and you should find your own way back to the accommodation.
Overnight: Kyoto
Day 8: Kyoto, Japan
Location: Kyoto
Accommodation Name: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Kyoto Free Day
Today, enjoy free time around Kyoto.
Today is a free day for you to enjoy Kyoto on your own.
Overnight: Kyoto
Day 9: Kyoto, Japan
Location: Kyoto
Accommodation Name: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today, enjoy free time around Kyoto.
Today is a free day for you to enjoy Kyoto on your own.
Overnight: Kyoto
Day 10: Kyoto, Japan
Location: Kyoto
Accommodation Name: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Nara City tour
After Breakfast proceed for Kyoto & Nara City Tour. At 8:30AM you need to arrive to the meeting point on your own. During the day you will visit - Nijo Castle, Kinkaku-ji Temple, Kyoto Imperial Palace, Kitano Tenmangu Shrine. From Kyoto you will head to Nara, where you will visit Nara Park and Todai-ji Temple (Great Buddha) and Kasuga Taisha Shrine & Nara Nagomikan. From here you will catch the train back to Kyoto Station, from which you will need to find your way back to your hotel.
Overnight: Kyoto
Day 11: Kyoto - Osaka, Japan
Location: Osaka
Accommodation Name: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Osaka walking tour
After an early breakfast, travel to Osaka by JR Special Rapid service trains. Around 10AM you will reach Osaka, you can check into your accommodation and enjoy some free time. Later, you will visit floating garden observatory and board a local train from Osaka station to Osakajokoen Station, here you will board Aqua Liner and get to visit Osaka castle. around 5PM take the Subway From Temmabashi Station to Higashi-Umeda Station, where your todays activities end.
Overnight: Osaka
Day 12: Osaka, Japan
Location: Osaka
Accommodation Name: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
World Heritage Site - Mt. Koya Tour
After Breakfast Proceed for the tour. At 8:30AM depart from Nankai Namba Station to Gokurakubashi Station (Nankai Railway). Depart from Gokurakubashi Station to Koyasan Station. Later on sightseeing at Mt. Koya and visit Okuno-in and Danjogaran. Lunch- Enjoy Buddhist Vegetarian Cuisine Lunch Koyasan Temple Lodging. Depart from Koyasan Station to Gokurakubashi Station. Depart from Gokurakubashi Station to Nankai Namba Station (Nankai Railway). Arrive at Nankai Railway Namba Station
Overnight: Osaka
Day 13: Osaka, Japan
Location: Osaka
Accommodation Name: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Free day in Osaka
Today you can enjoy a free day in Osaka
Day 14: Osaka, Japan
Location: Osaka
Meals Included: Breakfast
Departure day
After a nice breakfast it's time to checkout from your accommodation and catch your transfer to Kansai International Airport. We wish you a great journey ahead!
What's Included
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Accommodation
13 nights in hostel, 3-star hotels or 4-star hotels
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Transport
Airport transfers and railway pass
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Meals
13 breakfasts
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Activities
Full Day Tokyo City Tour, Nikko World Heritage Tour, Hiroshima & Miyajima Tour, Kyoto Night Tour in Kimono, Kyoto Tour, Kyoto & Nara City Tour, Osaka Walking Tour, World Heritage Site - Mt. Koya Tour, Mt. Fuji, Hakone & Hot Spring Tour, Kobe Walking Tour
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Guides
English speaking guide for some experiences
What's Not Included
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Transfers to and from hotel to train station and tour meeting points
Transfers to and from hotel to train station and tour meeting points are not included.
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Personal Expenses
Personal expenses are not covered.
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Tips
Tips are not included.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not provided.
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Airfare
Airfare is not included.
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Other meals and drink
Meals and drinks other than the specified 13 breakfasts are not included.
Mode of Transport
Travel with ease using airport transfers and a railway pass, ensuring smooth and efficient transportation between destinations.
Accommodation
Enjoy 13 nights in a mix of hostels, 3-star hotels, and 4-star hotels, providing comfort and convenience throughout your journey in Japan.
Check out our Q&As
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What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?
The tour includes 13 nights of accommodation in hostels, 3-star hotels, or 4-star hotels.
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What meals are included in the tour package?
The tour package includes 13 breakfasts.
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Are airport transfers included in the tour?
Yes, airport transfers are included in the tour package.
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What kind of transportation is provided during the tour?
The tour includes airport transfers and a railway pass for transportation.
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Is there a guide provided for the tour activities?
Yes, an English-speaking guide is provided for some experiences during the tour.
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What activities are included in the tour?
The tour includes a Full Day Tokyo City Tour, Nikko World Heritage Tour, Hiroshima & Miyajima Tour, Kyoto Night Tour in Kimono, Kyoto Tour, Kyoto & Nara City Tour, Osaka Walking Tour, World Heritage Site - Mt. Koya Tour, and Mt. Fuji, Hakone & Hot Spring Tour.
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Are there any free days during the tour?
Yes, there are free days in Kyoto on Day 8 and Day 9, and a free day in Osaka on Day 13.
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What is the starting and ending location of the tour?
The tour starts in Tokyo and ends in Osaka.
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Are there any exclusions in the tour package?
Yes, the tour package excludes transfers to and from the hotel to train stations and tour meeting points, personal expenses, tips, travel insurance, airfare, and other meals and drinks.
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What should I expect on the first day of the tour?
On the first day, you will be transferred from Narita International Airport to your accommodation in Tokyo. You will have the rest of the day to explore your surroundings on your own.
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What is the itinerary for the Tokyo City Tour?
The Tokyo City Tour includes visits to the Imperial Palace, Senso-ji Temple, Ginza area for shopping and sightseeing, and Tokyo Tower. The tour starts at 9 AM and ends at 6:30 PM.
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What can I expect during the Nikko World Heritage Tour?
The Nikko World Heritage Tour includes visits to Nikko Toshogu Shrine, Lake Chuzenji, and Kegon Falls. The tour starts at 8 AM and ends at 7 PM at Shinjuku Station West Exit.
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What activities are included in the Mt. Fuji, Hakone, and Hot Springs tour?
The tour includes a visit to Mt. Fuji, a Japanese-style cuisine lunch, a short Lake Ashi cruise, and a cableway ride up to the spiritual Hakone Shrine Mototsumiya.
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What is included in the Hiroshima and Miyajima Tour?
The Hiroshima and Miyajima Tour includes visits to Itsukushima Shrine, Peace Memorial Park, Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum, and the Atomic Bomb Dome.
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What is the Kyoto Night Tour in Kimono?
The Kyoto Night Tour includes a Kimono dress-up experience, a stroll from Yume Kyoto Kodai-ji Temple Shop to Yasaka Shrine, a visit to Yasaka Shrine, a stroll in Gion, and a tea ceremony and dinner at Gion Yoshi-ima.
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What sites are visited during the Kyoto & Nara City Tour?
The Kyoto & Nara City Tour includes visits to Nijo Castle, Kinkaku-ji Temple, Kyoto Imperial Palace, Kitano Tenmangu Shrine, Nara Park, Todai-ji Temple (Great Buddha), Kasuga Taisha Shrine, and Nara Nagomikan.
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What can I expect during the Osaka Walking Tour?
The Osaka Walking Tour includes visits to the Floating Garden Observatory, Osaka Castle, and a ride on the Aqua Liner. The tour starts around 10 AM and ends around 5 PM.
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What is included in the World Heritage Site - Mt. Koya Tour?
The Mt. Koya Tour includes visits to Okuno-in and Danjogaran, a Buddhist vegetarian cuisine lunch, and sightseeing at Mt. Koya. The tour departs from and returns to Nankai Namba Station.
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What happens on the last day of the tour?
On the last day, you will have breakfast, check out from your accommodation, and catch your transfer to Kansai International Airport.
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Is there an age limit?
No! Most of our bamba travellers fall between the ages of 18 - 35, but everyone is young at heart and welcome to come experience the world with us! If you are between the ages of 18 and 118, we invite you to travel with bamba and have the time of your life! Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
Most of our trips cater to the adventurous independent traveller. In fact, many of our travellers arrive on their own and quickly find that they easily meet like-minded people along the way at their hostels, on transportation, or during activities.
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Do I need travel insurance?
We highly recommend purchasing travel insurance for your trip, especially when travelling in developing countries. Bamba does not include travel insurance of any type.Your current medical insurance may cover part of your trip, so it is important for you to become familiar with your current coverage. We recommend purchasing additional travel insurance that provides coverage for medical emergencies, emergency evacuation and repatriation, lost or stolen items and unforeseen cancellations. If you plan to participate in activities such as white-water rafting, trekking, sand-buggy rides, etc please make sure they are included in your policy.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of bamba travel charges.
Up to 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
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Spirit of Japan 14D/13N
14 Days Starting in Tokyo, Japan and ending in Osaka, Japan
Visiting: Tokyo, Hakone, Hiroshima, Kyoto, Osaka
Tour operator:
Tour code:
58808
Guide Type:
Partially Guided
