Itinerary
- Day 1
Osaka to KIX Airport
You'll start or finish your Japan trip with a private transfer between Osaka and Kansai International Airport. The driver picks you up from your hotel and handles all your luggage, so you can relax during the ride to KIX. If you're arriving, you'll head straight into Osaka. If you're leaving, this gets you to the airport without worrying about public transit or parking.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Best Western Plus Hotel Fino Osaka Kitahama)
Landmarks/POIs Kansai International Airport 
- Day 2
Osaka
Today you have free time to explore Osaka on your own schedule. Consider checking out Kuromon Market for local food and energy, wandering through Osaka Castle Park, or heading to Dotonbori for the lively atmosphere. Shinsaibashi offers shopping, and the Hep Five Ferris Wheel gives you city views. Taxis and public transportation work well for getting around.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Best Western Plus Hotel Fino Osaka Kitahama)
Optional Activities
- Kuromon Market visit
- Osaka Castle Park exploration
- Dotonbori area visit
- Shinsaibashi shopping
- Hep Five Ferris Wheel ride
Landmarks/POIs Kuromon Market Osaka Castle Park Dotonbori Shinsaibashi Hep Five Ferris Wheel - Day 3
Kyoto and Nara
Your guided tour takes you through several important sites around Kyoto and Nara. Start at Fushimi Inari Shrine to walk through those famous red torii gates. From there, head to Nara Park where sacred deer roam freely. Todaiji Temple houses a historic Great Buddha you'll see up close, and Kasuga Taisha shrine rounds out the day. Your English-speaking guide handles all the navigation and details.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Elcient Kyoto Hachijoguchi)
Included Activities
- Fushimi Inari Shrine visit with red torii gates
- Mount Inari forest trails exploration
- Nara Park visit and interaction with sacred deer
- Todaiji Temple tour
- Kasuga Taisha shrine visit
Optional Activities
- Deer crackers purchase at Nara Park
Landmarks/POIs Fushimi Inari Shrine Mount Inari Nara Park Todaiji Temple Kasuga Taisha 
- Day 4
Kyoto
You'll have another free day, this time to explore Kyoto at your own pace. The Arashiyama district is worth your time, especially Tenryuji Temple and the Sagano Bamboo Forest. Togetsukyo Bridge offers nice views, and the Okochi-Sanso villa provides insight into traditional architecture. Use taxis or the local public transportation system to move between spots.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Elcient Kyoto Hachijoguchi)
Optional Activities
- Arashiyama district exploration
- Tenryuji Temple visit
- Sagano Bamboo Forest walk
- Togetsukyo Bridge visit
- Okochi-Sanso villa and teahouse visit
Landmarks/POIs Arashiyama Tenryuji Temple Sagano Bamboo Forest Togetsukyo Bridge Okochi-Sanso 
- Day 5
Hakone and Bullet Train to Kyoto
Your Hakone day tour starts with a scenic cruise on Lake Ashino aboard the Hakone Pirate Ship. Next, take the Hakone Ropeway up to Owakudani for volcanic crater views and geothermal activity. Later, visit the Mishima Skywalk suspension bridge where you can see Mt. Fuji and Suruga Bay on clear days. By evening, you'll board the Shinkansen bullet train to Kyoto with your ticket included, and the route offers scenic stops along the way.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Tenseien Odawara Station Annex)
Included Activities
- Lake Ashino Hakone Pirate Ship cruise
- Hakone Ropeway ascent to Owakudani
- Owakudani volcanic crater viewing
- Mishima Skywalk crossing
- Shinkansen/Bullet train journey to Kyoto (Odawara to Kyoto)
Optional Activities
- Black jade candy purchase at Owakudani
Landmarks/POIs Lake Ashino Owakudani Mishima Skywalk Mount Fuji Suruga Bay - Day 6
Mount Fuji Region
This day focuses on Mt. Fuji viewing and the surrounding area. You'll start at Arakurayama Sengen Park, a well-known spot for seeing Mt. Fuji with seasonal beauty, especially cherry blossoms if you're traveling in spring. An optional scenic lake cruise on Lake Kawaguchi gives you another perspective. After that, explore Oshino Hakkai, an area with eight historic springs that date back over 1200 years, surrounded by some beautiful village scenery.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Dormy Inn Akihabara Hot Spring)
Included Activities
- Arakurayama Sengen Park visit and Mt. Fuji viewing
Optional Activities
- Excursion boat Appare cruise on Lake Kawaguchi
- Oshino Hakkai springs exploration
Landmarks/POIs Arakurayama Sengen Park Mount Fuji Lake Kawaguchi Oshino Hakkai 
- Day 7
Tokyo
You have a free day to check out Tokyo on your own terms. Shinjuku and Shibuya offer different vibes and shopping. Akihabara suits tech and pop culture interests. Tokyo Tower provides city views, while Ginza covers upscale shopping and dining. Arrange your route using taxis or the extensive public transportation network.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Dormy Inn Akihabara Hot Spring)
Optional Activities
- Shinjuku district visit
- Shibuya area exploration
- Akihabara visit
- Tokyo Tower visit
- Ginza area visit
Landmarks/POIs Shinjuku Shibuya Akihabara Tokyo Tower Ginza - Day 8
Tokyo Departure
Your tour ends after breakfast this morning. Arrange your own departure plans and take care of any final activities you'd like to squeeze in before leaving.
- Meals
- Breakfast
