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JapanTokyo
2+
9 days, 8 nights private tour
Rating 4.9/5

City Lights to Island Sights

Discover Japan's captivating contrasts on this private, moderately-paced journey through three distinct destinations. From Tokyo's neon-lit streets and ancient temples to Kyoto's golden pavilions and bamboo groves, then onward to Okinawa's subtropical shores, this tour balances iconic landmarks with immersive cultural moments like traditional tea ceremonies. Perfect for travelers seeking a thoughtfully designed introduction to Japan's rich heritage, vibrant cities, and island tranquility.Read more

City Lights to Island Sights
City Lights to Island Sights

Tokyo, Japan

4 days
Tokyo
Day 1

Arrival


Welcome to Tokyo - the ultramodern and the traditional at the same time capital of Japan! Your driver meets you at the arrivals hall and transfer you to your hotel.

Upon arrival at the hotel, you check in and have the rest of the day at leisure to relax after your trip or start exploring the vibrant city on your own.

Day 2

Best of Tokyo Tour

In the morning, you meet your private guide and start your first half-day tour of Tokyo. 

First, you see from the outside the incredible Imperial Palace to get a taste of Japanese culture. Notably, The Imperial Palace has served as the residential place of successive Emperors since 1868.


Then you have a visit to the Tokyo Sky Tree, a television broadcasting tower, and the tallest structure in Japan. Its observation decks offering spectacular views over Tokyo are the highlights of the tower. You visit the deck located at the height of 350 meters (1148 feet), so make sure to have your camera and phone charged!


After that, you will visit Asakusa Temple, the oldest temple in Tokyo, and learn the legend of how this temple was built. The temple is known to bring good luck in almost anything, so make sure to make a wish! Here you can feel the traditional Japanese culture the moment you step onto the temple grounds. After the tour, you return to your hotel.

Day 3

Diverse Tokyo Discovery: Meiji Shrine, Harajuku & Shibuya


Your first stop is Meiji Shrine. Located near Harajuku station and Yoyogi Park, this shrine is popular among travelers. In addition to its vast size, it includes a gorgeous, serene forest surrounding the sacred approach to the shrine. Meiji Jingu Shrine gives you the opportunity to experience a peaceful atmosphere in the heart of Tokyo, the largest city in the world. Then you visit Harajuku. Since Harajuku has its own charm, you can fully immerse yourself in the Japanese atmosphere and fully appreciate the surrounding.

The next stop on the itinerary is Shibuya, Tokyo's paradise for shoppers. Despite the abundance of stores, it's probably best known for its crosswalk. As soon as the traffic lights turn red, pedestrians are free to roam wherever they like. Moreover, it is a symbol of modern Japan and of Tokyo itself: action in all directions. People are constantly pouring across the street from all directions, three huge television screens mounted on the buildings flash all day, and the area is covered with lights. The intersection is a popular filming location for movies, and it has appeared in the films Lost in Translation and The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift, as well as numerous music videos and newscasts. Hence, this is one of the things that travelers can experience only in Japan. 

Before returning to your hotel, you explore Ginza, Japan's premier shopping, dining, and entertainment district, which has one of the most expensive real estate in all of Japan.

Day 4

Departure from Tokyo


Today in the morning private guide/driver will meet you at the hotel lobby and takes you to the train station to continue your amazing trip!

Tokyo
Travel time2 h 18 minClass2nd Class Seat
Kyoto

Train from Tokyo to Kyoto

Description

The Shinkansen train is the fastest train in Japan and one of the fastest ones in the world. It is an experience in itself and is the best way to get around Japan, especially from Tokyo to Kyoto. 2nd class seats offer a solid level of comfort.

Kyoto, Japan

4 days
Kyoto
Day 4

Arrival in Kyoto


Upon arrival in Kyoto, a private driver meets you at the train station and takes you to the hotel.

The rest of the day you can enjoy free time and some independent sightseeing or feel free to book any optional activities with us.

Day 5

Tea Ceremony & Best of Kyoto Tour


In the morning after breakfast you meet your private guide and start your full day exploration of Kyoto.

You start with the Kyoto Imperial Palace, the Imperial Family's residence from 794 until 1868, during the times when Kyoto was the capital of Japan. Here you have a chance to explore the palace buildings (from the outside) and the gardens, which was just recently opened to the public.

Head to Arashiyama, the second-most important sightseeing district in Kyoto that is filled with temples and shrines. The highlight of the district is the famed Bamboo Forest, one of the most photographed sights in Kyoto. Standing in the midst of this sprawling bamboo grove is like being in another world, it has a sense of otherness that is very much unlike that of any other forest. This is an experience that is not to be missed!

Your tour continues with visiting Kinkakuji, one of the top UNESCO World Heritage Sites, the most remarkable Buddhist temples, and a gorgeous golden must-see attraction! So welcome to one of the most luxurious temples in Japan, also known worldwide, reflecting its fame in traditional arts and modern media. Here you will find peace, tranquility, and spiritual renewal.

Conclude your day with a Japanese tea ceremony experience, that provides an engaging induction to the traditional tea ceremony. This activity dates back hundreds of years and is the most idealistic pastime of ancient Japan. In this ceremony you will have an opportunity to wear traditional kimono robes, taste the green matcha tea and eat unique Japanese sweets specifically made to match the tea's flavour.

After the ceremony you return to your hotel and have the evening at leisure.  

Day 6

Free Day

Today is free for you to enjoy and explore Kyoto on your own. 

Also you may choose one of our carefully planned optional tours.

Day 7

Departure


Today in the morning, you check out from the hotel and continue your trip.

KyotoKansai Airport (KIX)
Travel time2 h 7 minClassEconomy
OkinawaNaha Airport (OKA)

Flight from Kyoto to Okinawa

Okinawa, Japan

3 days
Okinawa
Day 7

Arrival

Welcome to Okinawa, a place where history, culture, and nature coexist harmoniously! Your private driver meets you at the arrivals hall and transfer you to your hotel.

Upon arrival at the hotel, you check in and have the rest of the day at leisure.

Day 8

Okinawa Sightseeing Tour

In the morning, you meet your private guide and experience Okinawa's unique and incredible essence.  Together with a professional guide, you will visit the most charming places in the city. Taking pictures, of coral reefs, and fresh seafood, and immersing yourself in the beauty of nature are unforgettable experiences when you visit the beauty of Okinawa.  

Okinawa is also known for having a distinct feel to the rest of Japan as it is so far south and it makes a refreshing change from the big cities. You can explore the city while hearing fascinating facts and legends and visit key landmarks such as Cape Manzano, Churaumi Aquarium, and Kouri Island.  

Day 9

Departure from Okinawa

Today in the morning your driver will meet you at the hotel lobby and you depart from Okinawa.

What's included

Exceptional downtown hotel accommodations
Guided sightseeing tours with expert English-speaking guides
Delicious breakfasts at your hotels
Entrances to Tokyo Imperial Palace, Tokyo Sky Tree and more
Entrances to Tokyo Imperial Palace, Tokyo Sky Tree and more
Tickets and intercity transportation as per itinerary
Professional meeting services at the airport
Dedicated support team before and during your trip