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. Old and new Tokyo, Asakusa's Senso-ji temple, the Meiji Shrine and the Shibuya crossing. Timings stay flexible, with room to linger where you like.
On to Hakone. Lake Ashi, hot-spring country and views of Mount Fuji on a clear day. Your guide sets an easy pace, leaving space to wander or simply take it in.
Today brings you to Kyoto. Bullet train to the old capital, Fushimi Inari's torii gates and the Gion geisha district. We build in free time so the day feels unhurried, never rushed.
Today brings you to Kyoto. Kinkaku-ji golden pavilion, Arashiyama bamboo grove and a tea ceremony. There's room to add an optional experience or keep the day open.
A final day around Nara. Day trip to the Great Buddha of Todai-ji and the deer of Nara Park. Evenings are yours, whether to explore further or unwind.
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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