JAPAN IN A WEEK
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Hotel
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Description
Overview
Kon’nichiwa, Japan! We may only have a week, but what a week it is. Kicking things off in Tokyo – an orchestra of light, sound and history – we’ll travel (like locals) on the metro, with guided temple tours before whizzing to Kyoto on a bullet train. Here, we’ll walk through zen gardens, explore mystical temples and spot Geishas. And finally, wrap it all up in Osaka, with loads of free time to feast on street food, explore the city or just soak it all in. Filled with a dazzling fusion of modern spectacle and ancient charm , this trip is the best way to see Japan in a week.
Included/Excluded
- Hotel/hostel accommodation
- Local transport
- Various experiences like guided tours and meals
- An expert Trip Manager & Driver
- MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experiences
- Breakfast daily (plus a few lunches and dinners too)
- A group of friendly travellers from around the world, all aged 18-35
- 24/7 support
- Flights to/from your start/end destination
- Optional Free Time Add-Ons
- Meals not mentioned
Included
- Hotel/hostel accommodation
- Local transport
- Various experiences like guided tours and meals
- An expert Trip Manager & Driver
- MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experiences
- Breakfast daily (plus a few lunches and dinners too)
- A group of friendly travellers from around the world, all aged 18-35
- 24/7 support
Excluded
- Flights to/from your start/end destination
- Optional Free Time Add-Ons
- Meals not mentioned
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive Tokyo
Tokyo:
- Kon’nichiwa Tokyo! Welcome to this dazzling orchestra of light, sound and intersecting subway lines. This is the city where the future fuses with the past in the most fascinating way possible, and we’ll have a free evening to bond, explore and soak it all in.
Day 2: Tokyo
Tokyo:
- Today we’ll get ready to uncover Tokyo (on the metro!). We’ll kick off with the ancient Buddhist temple of Asakusa Senso-ji & the famous Meiji Jingu shrine.
- And then, you have a free afternoon to discover the wild fashion of Harajuku & the shopping district of Nakamise Street, or take to the streets of Shibuya for an attempt to cross the busiest pedestrian crossing in the world.
Included Experience:
- Visit Tokyo’s oldest Buddhist Temple
- Shop for souvenirs at Nakamise Street
- Admire the peaceful Meiji Shrine
- Feel the energy of Harajuku
- Walk across the iconic Shibuya Scramble Crossing
Day 3: Tokyo
Tokyo:
- Today is yours to do Tokyo your way. (Just don’t forget to charge your transport card before you head off for the day!). Anime fan? Check out Akihabara, the ultimate anime & gaming district.
- Looking for something uniquely Japanese? Head to a café where you’re served by robots, eat a kawaii lunch (like a curry shaped like a pink teddy bear), visit Ueno Park for the museums and monuments, or even check out a cosplay café.
- Oh, and it’s our last evening in Tokyo, so it’s also the perfect time to check out some of the traditional bars at the Izakaya Alleys for a sip of sake.
Optional Experience:
- Dine on Food Served by Robots (MAKE TRAVEL MATTER ® Experience)
- Visit a Japanese Maid Cafe
Day 4: Tokyo to Kyoto
Tokyo:
- Today it’s time to take that famous example of Japanese efficiency, the aptly named bullet train.
Kyoto:
- Our train will whizz us past the iconic Mount Fuji, of which we’ll hopefully grab a glimpse, before heading for the zen gardens, teahouses of Kyoto and Fushimi Inari Shrine.
- With no time to waste, we’ll hop on our private coach for a sightseeing tour, exploring this glorious showcase of ancient Japan.
Included Experience:
- Experience Traditional Kyoto
- See Fushimi Inari Shrine
Day 5: Kyoto
Kyoto:
- Today is yours to walk the sublime gardens, explore mystical temples and marvel at the architecture of this unforgettable city.
- We recommend taking the opportunity for a half-day trip to Nara, where you’ll find the towering 8th century Great Buddha, as well as numerous examples of beautiful shrines and temples, alongside the roaming, slightly cheeky deer.
- Half-Day Trip to Nara
Day 6: Kyoto
Kyoto:
Day 7: Kyoto to Osaka
Kyoto:
- It’s just a short trip to Osaka this morning…
Osaka:
- And we have the whole day to explore.
- There’s plenty of time to fit in Universal Studios, Osaka castle or simply wander down Dontonburi tasting all of the delicious street food. Opt for the Izakaya dinner tonight for one last family meal before our sad goodbyes tomorrow.
Optional Experience:
- Samurai Experience
- Izakaya Dinner
Day 8: Osaka
Osaka:
- And just like that, the trip’s a wrap. Grab some brekkie, say your goodbyes, and soak up the final feels.
- Sticking around in Osaka? Lucky you – there’s still time to dive into this city’s epic food, culture, and you can’t forget Universal Studios. See ya soon!
Price
PRICE FROM RM 8,078 SUBJECT TO DATE AND AVAILABILITY.
Hotel
- Day 1 – Day 3: Daiichi Ryogoku Hotel (or similar)
- Day 4 – Day 6: Ibis Styles Kyoto Station (or similar)
- Day 7: Ibis Budget Osaka Umeda (or similar)
Remarks
