Ancient temples, neon cities and bullet trains
The essential first journey, pairing the energy of Tokyo with the temples and gardens of Kyoto, linked by the bullet train and a night beneath Mount Fuji.
A suggested flow for Classic Japan: Tokyo, Kyoto & Mount Fuji. Every day is flexible, we build the final routing, pace and hotels around you.
Your journey begins in Tokyo. Arrive at Tokyo and transfer into the city for a first evening at leisure. Timings stay flexible, with room to linger where you like.
On to Tokyo. Old and new Tokyo, from Asakusa's Senso-ji temple to the Meiji Shrine and the Shibuya crossing. Your guide sets an easy pace, leaving space to wander or simply take it in.
Today brings you to Tokyo. Explore the Imperial Palace gardens, Ueno Park and the Shinjuku skyline. We build in free time so the day feels unhurried, never rushed.
Today brings you to Hakone. Travel to Hakone for Lake Ashi, the ropeway over Owakudani and hot-spring country with Mount Fuji views. There's room to add an optional experience or keep the day open.
Today brings you to Mount Fuji. Visit the Fuji Five Lakes and the Chureito Pagoda at Arakura Sengen Shrine below the peak. Evenings are yours, whether to explore further or unwind.
Today brings you to Kyoto. Bullet train to Kyoto for Fushimi Inari's torii gates and an evening in the Gion geisha district. The rhythm is relaxed, shaped around what you most want to see.
Today brings you to Kyoto. Kinkaku-ji golden pavilion, the Arashiyama bamboo grove and a traditional tea ceremony. Timings stay flexible, with room to linger where you like.
Today brings you to Nara. Day trip to the Great Buddha of Todai-ji and the free-roaming deer of Nara Park. Your guide sets an easy pace, leaving space to wander or simply take it in.
A final day around Kyoto. Transfer to the airport for departure. We build in free time so the day feels unhurried, never rushed.
This is a sample inclusion list. Final inclusions, hotel tiers and routing are confirmed when we tailor the trip to your dates, group and budget. Pricing is quoted per enquiry, we never sell fixed packages.
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