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- Gold Operator
- Explore!
- In-depth Cultural
- Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
- Group Tour
- Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
- Fully Guided
- An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
- Guided in English
- Group Size 7 - 12
- Age range 16 to 85
Places You’ll See
Highlights
- Explore the traditional temples of Asakusa
- Discover the temples and gardens of Kyoto
- Visit the fascinating UNESCO White Egret Castle
- Reflect at the Peace Park and Museum
- Stroll through the preserved homes of Samurai warriors
Itinerary
- Introduction
- Day 1 Tour begins in Tokyo
- Day 2 Explore Tokyo’s neon streets and peaceful gardens
- Day 3 Bullet train to Kanazawa via the snow monkeys of Jigokudani
- Day 4 Explore Kanazawa. Train to Osaka
- Day 5 Travel by train to Hiroshima and visit Miyajima Island
- Day 6 Experience the poignant Peace Park and Peace Museum. Bullet train to Kyoto and explore Nijo Castle
- Day 7 Explore Kyoto's temples and gardens
- Day 8 Tour ends in Kyoto
What's Included
- Guide
- Meals
- Additional Services
- Transport
- Free eSIMTourRadar offers the lead traveler (the person who booked) a free 1GB eSIM for the trip. The eSIM is redeemable only through the TourRadar app 72 hours before departure.
What's Not Included
- Flights
- Insurance
- Additional Services
Where You'll Stay
Sunroute Asakusa Hotel
HotelDays 1, 2Hotel Amanek Kanazawa
Hotelday 3Shin-Osaka Washington Hotel Plaza
Hotelday 4Hotel Mielparque Hiroshima
Hotelday 5Via Inn Prime Kyotoeki Hachijoguchi
HotelDays 6, 7
Operated by
Explore!
Number of tours
531
Age Range
16 to 85 years old
Response time
within 1 day
Response rate
92%
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Customer Reviews
- Overall RatingExcellent
- ItineraryExcellent
- GuideExcellent
- TransportExcellent
- AccommodationExcellent
- FoodExcellent
- AMark· March 27th, 2023Snow monkeys in Nagano, Hiroshima museum, golden pavilionShow moreTrip date: March 2023Review collected by Explore!
- AMaureen· March 27th, 2023The architecture and art at Nijo Castle was my personal favourite. Overall the amount of inclusions was impressive partly due to our guide’s attention to detail.Show moreTrip date: March 2023Review collected by Explore!
- ALynn· March 27th, 2023Our leader was the best. The support we had from him and your thoughtful setting up was excellent. Seeing the snow monkeys and walking through the pine forests, travelling by coach through the country was very good. Could catch a glimpse of life there.Show moreTrip date: March 2023Review collected by Explore!
- ADebra· April 5th, 2023The tea ceremony.Show moreTrip date: March 2023Review collected by Explore!
- AAnita· April 10th, 2023For me the highlight was probably seeing the snow monkeys.Show moreTrip date: April 2023Review collected by Explore!
- ARebecca· November 23rd, 2023Highlights of the tour were Tokyo, Hiroshima, Snow Monkeys, Osaka and Kyoto and of course the Bullet Train. Our tour guide, Pedro, was outstanding and went above and beyond our expectations. It was definitely a fantastic experience that will be remembered forever.Show moreTrip date: November 2023Review collected by Explore!
- AKaren· May 17th, 2019Well organised from start to finish. The guide was knowledgable and helpful. Richard steered the group to the key points of interest at each of the visits, whilst giving us space to enjoy the sites at our own pace.Show more
Explore! commented on this reviewThanks for your great review!Trip date: May 2018 - AKeith· May 17th, 2019AtM cash outlets were easily accessible every where. We just took enough yen for the first few days. Even that was unnecessary. The advice to take cash wasn't necessary, 45 dollars each per day was too much. We got it just about right, but others carried cash all week and had a lot left.Show moreExplore! commented on this reviewThanks for taking the time to write a review. I'm glad that you were able to rate the trip so highly. Our website includes average prices for lunch, dinner, water and beer in the hope that it will assist in budgeting for the tour.Trip date: April 2018
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What our customers ask about this tour
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Daniela
Asked on March 21st, 2025What hotels do you stay in?
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Daniela
Traveler•Written March 2025No where in this itinerary doesn't mention the specific hotels that are used for this trip. Although you told me to look at the itinerary, which I did, it does not specify that information. Can you please clarify the accommodations?
Explore!Operator•Written March 2025Please see the hotel list below:
From Day 1 Sunday 30 March 2025 for 2 Nights
Sunroute Asakusa Hotel
From Day 3 Tuesday 01 April 2025 for 1 Night
Hotel Amanek Kanazawa
From Day 4 Wednesday 02 April 2025 for 1 Night
Shin-Osaka Washington Hotel Plaza
From Day 5 Thursday 03 April 2025 for 1 Night
MYSTAYS Hiroshima Peace Park
From Day 6 Friday 04 April 2025 for 2 Nights
Via Inn Prime Kyotoeki Hachijoguchi
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Lydia
Asked on March 16th, 2025how much is this without the flights/ what are the details of transport arrangements
- Explore!Operator•Written March 2025
The Explore tour is not inclusive of flights and is the tour cost only. We utilise trains for this trip. From bullet trains to Tokyo's metro, throughout this tour, we use public transport. Not only does this help to curb our carbon footprint, but it also brings us closer to local life and lets us soak in awe-inspiring landscapes as we go. It's worth noting that depending on train schedules, we won't always catch a bullet train. On some routes, we'll be using regional services and occasionally will have to change trains.
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Benjamin
Asked on March 4th, 2025It states that the trip ends in Kyoto, but on the awaiting booking confirmation it states that the trip ends in Hiroshima? Please advise.
- Explore!Operator•Written March 2025
This trip starts in Tokyo and ends in Kyoto.
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Maria
Asked on February 21st, 2025How would the accommodations work - would they be able to stay in one room? Or must the daughter be a single supplement (She would not want to share with a stranger).
- Explore!Operator•Written February 2025
We do not offer triple rooms on this trip. So if the daughter did not wish to share a room a 2 bedded with another female she would need to book a single room.
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Lynda
Asked on September 26th, 2024I am interested in a detailed itinerary for a tour in Japan for two persons.
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Lynda
Traveler•Written September 2024I am writing to discuss the tour charges for our upcoming trip to Japan. We would prefer a less luxurious option and do not require a guide for our travels in minimum amount $3000 to $3500 for per person. Could you please let us know the best rate you can offer?
- Explore!Operator•Written September 2024
All of our Japanese tours are guided tours and do include a Tour Leader. Please advise if you would still be interested in discussing options. It would be helpful to detail how long a trip you are considering?
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Ben
Asked on January 19th, 2023Does the tour require lot of walking? Give us some idea of how much walking will be there. Will it be cold during November? Give us some idea of what to pack for clothing depending on the weather during November.
- Explore!Operator•Written January 2023
Clothing: Rain gear is essential all year. You will need warm clothing from October through until April when temperatures drop, especially at night. December until February are particularly cold so bring extra layers if you are travelling at this time. Footwear - Comfortable shoes, and sandals for relaxing.
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Jeff
Asked on October 6th, 2022I want to plan tour to Japan from Pakistan. But I need invitation and garuntee letter from tour and travel company and then i can apply visa.
- Explore!Operator•Written October 2022
We've checked with the Japanese agency that for your visa we need to provide your itinerary details only. An invitation and guarantee letter are not required.
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