Get ready for the ultimate Japan adventure! From Tokyo’s buzzing neon streets to Kyoto’s peaceful temples, this 12-day trip is packed with culture, history, and once-in-a-lifetime experiences. Start in Tokyo, exploring Shinjuku’s nightlife, ancient temples, and futuristic districts. Ride the world-famous bullet train to Osaka for sushi-making, street food, and the dazzling Dotonbori. Immerse yourself in tradition with a temple stay in Kōyasan, including a serene fire ceremony and meditation. Wander Kyoto’s golden temples, bamboo forests, and geisha districts, then train like a samurai before heading to Hakone for epic Mount Fuji views. This is Japan like you’ve never experienced — ancient meets modern, spiritual meets electric, and unforgettable meets adventure.
Trip Inclusions:
- Sushi-making class
- Meiji Shrine & walking tour
- Senso-Ji Temple visit
- Osaka Castle exploration
- Sake brewery tour & tasting
- Kōyasan temple stay & cemetery tour
- Morning prayer at a local temple
- Gion Geisha District walking tour
- Traditional tea ceremony
- Kinkaku-Ji Golden Temple visit
- Arashiyama Bamboo Forest walk
- Fushimi-Inari Red Temple visit
- Samurai experience
- Hakone Ropeway cable car ride
- Mt. Fuji viewpoint & pirate ship cruise
- Meals included: 2 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 1 dinner
Price is based on 2 adults joining a TruTravels Guided Tour of Japan for 11N12D , beginning and ending in Tokyo, the tour includes 4 meals, excursions as experiences as per the tour itinerary and 11-night accommodation including a temple stay.
Flights depart London Heathrow on 2nd December 2025 for 11 nights (+1 night on the flight each way)
Offer reference: 1385667