Best of Japan
This itinerary is based on our most extensive tour of Japan including all the classic sights and key cultural activities. Featuring modern cities, historical sights and beautiful landscapes, Our Best of Japan tour ensures you get the most out of your trip to this fascinating land.
- 08 Nov 2026 – 24 Nov 2026
Land only: from $12,790 pp twin share / $16,170 pp sole use
Flight inclusive: from $13,990 pp twin share / $17,370 pp sole use * - 07 Mar 2027 – 23 Mar 2027
Land only: from $13,590 pp twin share / $17,170 pp sole use
Flight inclusive: from $14,790 pp twin share / $18,370 pp sole use * - 14 Mar 2027 – 30 Mar 2027
Land only: from $14,390 pp twin share / $17,970 pp sole use
Flight inclusive: from $15,590 pp twin share / $19,170 pp sole use * - 18 Mar 2027 – 03 Apr 2027
Land only: from $14,390 pp twin share / $17,970 pp sole use
Flight inclusive: from $15,590 pp twin share / $19,170 pp sole use * - 21 Mar 2027 – 06 Apr 2027
Land only: from $14,390 pp twin share / $17,970 pp sole use
Flight inclusive: from $15,590 pp twin share / $19,170 pp sole use * - 25 Mar 2027 – 10 Apr 2027
Land only: from $14,590 pp twin share / $18,170 pp sole use
Flight inclusive: from $15,790 pp twin share / $19,370 pp sole use * - 28 Mar 2027 – 13 Apr 2027
Land only: from $14,590 pp twin share / $18,170 pp sole use
Flight inclusive: from $15,790 pp twin share / $19,370 pp sole use * - 01 Apr 2027 – 17 Apr 2027
Land only: from $14,590 pp twin share / $18,170 pp sole use
Flight inclusive: from $15,790 pp twin share / $19,370 pp sole use * - 04 Apr 2027 – 20 Apr 2027
Land only: from $13,790 pp twin share / $17,370 pp sole use
Flight inclusive: from $14,990 pp twin share / $18,570 pp sole use * - 08 Apr 2027 – 24 Apr 2027
Land only: from $14,590 pp twin share / $18,170 pp sole use
Flight inclusive: from $15,790 pp twin share / $19,370 pp sole use * - 11 Apr 2027 – 27 Apr 2027
Land only: from $14,590 pp twin share / $18,170 pp sole use
Flight inclusive: from $15,790 pp twin share / $19,370 pp sole use * - 27 May 2027 – 12 Jun 2027
Land only: from $12,890 pp twin share / $16,470 pp sole use
Flight inclusive: from $14,090 pp twin share / $17,670 pp sole use * - 10 Oct 2027 – 26 Oct 2027
Land only: from $13,590 pp twin share / $17,170 pp sole use
Flight inclusive: from $14,790 pp twin share / $18,370 pp sole use * - 14 Oct 2027 – 30 Oct 2027
Land only: from $14,390 pp twin share / $17,970 pp sole use
Flight inclusive: from $15,590 pp twin share / $19,170 pp sole use * - 17 Oct 2027 – 02 Nov 2027
Land only: from $14,390 pp twin share / $17,970 pp sole use
Flight inclusive: from $15,590 pp twin share / $19,170 pp sole use * - 21 Oct 2027 – 06 Nov 2027
Land only: from $14,390 pp twin share / $17,970 pp sole use
Flight inclusive: from $15,590 pp twin share / $19,170 pp sole use * - 28 Oct 2027 – 13 Nov 2027
Land only: from $14,390 pp twin share / $17,970 pp sole use
Flight inclusive: from $15,590 pp twin share / $19,170 pp sole use * - 31 Oct 2027 – 16 Nov 2027
Land only: from $14,390 pp twin share / $17,970 pp sole use
Flight inclusive: from $15,590 pp twin share / $19,170 pp sole use * - 04 Nov 2027 – 20 Nov 2027
Land only: from $14,390 pp twin share / $17,970 pp sole use
Flight inclusive: from $15,590 pp twin share / $19,170 pp sole use * - 07 Nov 2027 – 23 Nov 2027
Land only: from $13,590 pp twin share / $17,170 pp sole use
Flight inclusive: from $14,790 pp twin share / $18,370 pp sole use * - 14 Nov 2027 – 30 Nov 2027
Land only: from $14,390 pp twin share / $17,970 pp sole use
Flight inclusive: from $15,590 pp twin share / $19,170 pp sole use * - 08 Mar 2028 – 24 Mar 2028
Land only: from $14,090 pp twin share / $18,070 pp sole use
Flight inclusive: from $15,290 pp twin share / $19,270 pp sole use * - 12 Mar 2028 – 28 Mar 2028
Land only: from $14,090 pp twin share / $18,070 pp sole use
Flight inclusive: from $15,290 pp twin share / $19,270 pp sole use * - 15 Mar 2028 – 31 Mar 2028
Land only: from $14,890 pp twin share / $18,870 pp sole use
Flight inclusive: from $16,090 pp twin share / $20,070 pp sole use * - 19 Mar 2028 – 04 Apr 2028
Land only: from $14,890 pp twin share / $18,870 pp sole use
Flight inclusive: from $16,090 pp twin share / $20,070 pp sole use * - 22 Mar 2028 – 07 Apr 2028
Land only: from $14,890 pp twin share / $18,870 pp sole use
Flight inclusive: from $16,090 pp twin share / $20,070 pp sole use * - 26 Mar 2028 – 11 Apr 2028
Land only: from $15,090 pp twin share / $19,070 pp sole use
Flight inclusive: from $16,290 pp twin share / $20,270 pp sole use * - 29 Mar 2028 – 14 Apr 2028
Land only: from $15,090 pp twin share / $19,070 pp sole use
Flight inclusive: from $16,290 pp twin share / $20,270 pp sole use * - 02 Apr 2028 – 18 Apr 2028
Land only: from $15,090 pp twin share / $19,070 pp sole use
Flight inclusive: from $16,290 pp twin share / $20,270 pp sole use * - 05 Apr 2028 – 21 Apr 2028
Land only: from $14,890 pp twin share / $18,870 pp sole use
Flight inclusive: from $16,090 pp twin share / $20,070 pp sole use *
* Prices and category availability are subject to change without notice. Land only prices exclude international flights.
Itinerary
Days 1 – 2 – Fly to Tokyo
Fly overnight to the dazzling metropolis of Tokyo, Japan’s capital city. Depending on your time of arrival, the rest of the day is yours to start soaking up the local culture.
Day 3 – Discover Tokyo
Begin today with a stroll through the Imperial Palace East Garden. Continue to the Meiji Shrine, a Shinto shrine dedicated to the deified spirits of Emperor Meiji and his wife, Empress Shoken, before heading to the trendy district of Shibuya where you will have the opportunity to walk on the world’s most famous pedestrian crossing. Enjoy the afternoon at leisure to explore as you wish. End the day with a dinner cruise onboard a traditional yakata on Tokyo Bay and witness the city lit up at night.
Day 4 – Further Explore Tokyo
Stroll through the vibrant Asakusa district and soak up the ambiance of Sensoji, Tokyo’s oldest Buddhist temple. Next, walk along the famous Nakamise Street which is lined with souvenir shops on both sides. In the afternoon, ascend to the observation deck of the 634-metre Tokyo Skytree.
Day 5 – Fuji Five Lakes
Journey by road through the foothills of the iconic Mount Fuji to its base where we find the Fuji Five Lakes. The region is spectacularly dotted by the calm waters of five lakes, formed by past volcanic eruptions, reflecting Mount Fuji’s picture-perfect cone. Enjoy a boat trip on Lake Ashi for spectacular panoramas of this beautiful area before venturing up the Hakone Ropeway to the volcanic Owakudani Valley.
Day 6 – Mount Fuji
Ascend by road over 2,000 metres up Mount Fuji to the 5th Station (weather permitting) and take in the breathtaking views over the Fuji Five Lakes area below. Also visit the Itchiku Kubota Art Museum to view the elaborate dyed silk creations of artist Kubota Itchiku. Continue by road to Nagano.
Day 7 – Jigokudani Monkey Park
Travel deeper into the Japanese Alps, to the small town of Yudanaka. Here, enjoy a light hike through the forest to the Jigokudani Monkey Park, where if you’re lucky, you may see the Japanese macaques (snow monkeys) bathe and play in their hot spring pool at the Jigokudani Monkey Park. After lunch, visit Zenkoji, one of Japan’s most prolific Buddhist temples.
Day 8 – Explore Matsumoto
Travel to the town of Matsumoto. Here, visit the Ishii Miso House to learn all about this essential Japanese seasoning, before exploring the formidable 16th-century Matsumoto Castle. Continue by road to Takayama and relax in the hotsprings at your hotel.
Day 9 – Discover Takayama
Spend the day exploring the town of Takayama. Browse the local handicrafts and fresh produce at the Miyagawa Open Air Market and wander past some of the lovely traditional houses. Also visit several of the excellent local museums, including the Yatai Kaikan – a museum which displays traditional Japanese floats used in many festivals and Kusakabe Folk Crafts Museum. Your last stop today is and Takayama Jinya, a former Government office for 300 years.
Day 10 – Scenic Shirakawago
Begin the day travelling by road to the rural village of Shirakawago, a UNESCO World Heritage Listed site, renowned for its thatched roof houses. Here, explore a 300-year-old Gassho-style Wada House. Next, it’s off to Gokayama for a hands-on washi paper making experience before continuing by road to Kanazawa, stopping enroute at the Nomura Samurai House.
Day 11 – Explore Kanazawa
Begin the day strolling through Kenrokuen, one of the ‘Three Great Gardens of Japan’, which is dotted with waterfalls, ponds and charming tea houses. Next, continue by road to Kyoto. Capital for 1,000 years, Kyoto is an enchanting city is the epitome of traditional Japan with over 2000 temples and shrines and exceptionally preserved wooden buildings.
Day 12 – Japanese Tea Ceremony
Spend the day exploring some of the city’s highlights Enjoy one of Kyoto’s most delightful spots, beginning at Kiyomizu, a 8th-century Buddhist temple. Also experience the age-old rituals of a traditional tea ceremony with a tea master. End the day with a visit to the Fushimi Inari Shrine, renowned for its 10,000 vermilion torii gates.
Day 13 – Kyoto’s Temples
Start the day with a visit to Kinkakuji Temple, also known as ‘Golden Pavilion’. Continue to Ryoanji, the ‘Peaceful Dragon Temple’, which boasts the most famous rock garden in Japan. End the day with a journey on the impressive bullet train to Hiroshima.
Day 14 – Hiroshima Highlights
Hiroshima is a vibrant, forward-thinking city that is a pleasure to explore. Reflect on the city’s tragic past at the Peace Memorial Park and Museum paying homage to the victims of the 1945 atomic bomb. Next, take the ferry to the holy island of Miyajima to visit the Itsukushima Shrine and enjoy some time at leisure.
Day 15 – Himeji Castle
Depart Hiroshima, stopping en route to explore the magnificent 17th-century Himeji Castle, also known as the ‘White Heron Castle’ due to white exterior and elegant appearance. Also take a stroll through Kokoen, a traditional-style garden. Continue by road to Osaka.
Day 16 – Explore Nara & Osaka
Spend the morning in Nara, the small, history-filled city that was Japan’s first capital. Stroll through Nara Park to Todaiji Temple and admire the traditional Isuien Garden. Return to Osaka for lunch at the famous Dontonburi Street, followed by a visit to the impressive Osaka Castle.
Day 17 – 18 – Depart Osaka
Fly to Australia, arriving home the same or following day.
Highlights
- International flights and current taxes included, unless land only is chosen
- Domestic transportation and touring with guides included
- Entrance fees and 3 to 4 star accommodation arranged for you
This itinerary is based on our most extensive tour of Japan including all the classic sights and key cultural activities. Featuring modern cities, historical sights and beautiful landscapes, Our Best of Japan tour ensures you get the most out of your trip to this fascinating land.
Inclusions
- International flights and current taxes (excluded if a land only option is selected).
- Domestic transportation.
- 3 – 4 star accommodation.
- Touring with guides and entrance fees.
FAQs
- La Vista Tokyo Bay
- Numazu Riverside Hotel
- Hotel Kokusai 21
- My Stays Premier Kanazawa
- Mitsui Garden Hotel
- Grand Prince Hotel
- Art Hotel Osaka Bay Tower
How long is this journey?
This itinerary runs for 18 days and 15 nights.
When can I travel?
Departures are currently scheduled between 08 Nov 2026 and 28 Nov 2028, subject to live availability.
Are there different departure options?
Yes, multiple departures may be available depending on your preferred travel period.
Can I travel solo?
Solo pricing may be available on selected departures, and final options can be confirmed at enquiry.
Are discounts available?
Seasonal or loyalty discounts may be available on selected departures at the time of enquiry.
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- Flight Inclusive rates only: These include airline fuel surcharge and taxes. Correct as of 1 June 2026. Please note supplements may apply if lead in economy rates are not available.
- Tipping is generally not part of the culture in Japan; however, you may wish to tip your National Escort at your discretion.
- Depending on airline schedules, you may depart and/or arrive on Day 2. Extra nights’ accommodation (pre or post tour) or stopovers may be required at an additional cost.
- Flight Inclusive rates only: Based on departures from Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide & Perth. Departures from other cities and flight upgrades available on request
- Please note: cherry blossoms & autumn leaves are weather dependent and it is not guaranteed that they will be in bloom at the time of your arrival.
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