Japan Starter Tour: Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka
This 8-day small-group trip links Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka with a practical mix of transfer services, sightseeing and time to explore at your own pace. Start in Tokyo with arrival support, hop-on hop-off sightseeing and a local food walk in Shibuya. Then travel by bullet train to Kyoto, where temple visits and Fushimi Inari are part of the programme alongside time in the city. Finish in Osaka with another open-top bus tour before your airport transfer on the final day. The itinerary suits travellers who want a straightforward introduction to Japan’s major cities, with a balance of guided activities and independent time.
Key details
8 days
7 nights
Route
Japan
Tour type
Small groups
Available departures
Dates available
Travel style
Small groups
Duration
8 days
Countries
Japan
Highlights
- Small group trip
- Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka
- City and culture focus
- Mix of guided and free time
Itinerary
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Tokyo
Arrival in Tokyo
Arrive in Tokyo and transfer to your hotel. If you are landing at Narita, the Keisei Skyliner is included. If you arrive at Haneda, an alternative transfer is arranged on request. The rest of the day is free to settle in. - 2
Tokyo
Tokyo sightseeing by bus
Use the hop-on hop-off bus to move around Tokyo’s main sightseeing areas. The day also includes a self-guided audio walk, giving you flexibility to explore at your own pace. - 3
Tokyo
Shibuya food tour
Join the included food tour in Shibuya and sample local dishes at several stops. The tour includes a drink and dessert, with an English-speaking guide.1 drink and dessert, plus local food stops
The itinerary is for reference and may vary by selected departure.
What's included
- Accommodation in selected hotels or similar category
- 3 nights in Tokyo, 2 nights in Kyoto and 2 nights in Osaka
- Hotel check-in from 15:00
- English-speaking guide for the included Shibuya food tour
- Multilingual audio guides for the included bus tours and audio walks
- Meals included on the Shibuya food tour
- Breakfast at the hotel on included nights where offered
- All sightseeing and activities listed as included
- Airport transfer to central Tokyo by Keisei Skyliner or bus from Haneda, as applicable
- Rail ticket from Tokyo to Kyoto by Shinkansen bullet train
- Train ticket from Osaka to Kansai International Airport
What's not included
- Flights
- Travel insurance
- Extra accommodations, tours or transfers on request
- Activities on leisure days
- Any other services not listed in the inclusions
Dates & availability
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Upcoming departures
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Flexibility
Flights, extra nights and private experiences can be added before confirmation.
Before you go
Your final itinerary, documents and local contacts will be available in My Kata.