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7 Day Japan Golden Route: Affordable Small Group Tour Package

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From Tokyo to Osaka
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In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 1 - 16
All Ages Welcome
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Highlights

  • Ride the Keisei Skyliner to Tokyo in 36 minutes
  • Explore Mount Fuji and Lake Kawaguchi
  • Visit Meiji Shrine and Shibuya Crossing
  • Tour Kinkaku-ji and Nijo Castle in Kyoto
  • Stroll through Nara Park and meet sacred deer

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Tokyo, Japan Arrival
  2. Day 2 Tokyo - Lake Kawaguchi (View Mt. Fuji) - Tokyo | Arakurayama Sengen Park, Lake Kawaguchi (with Cruise)
  3. Day 3 Tokyo Tour | Meiji Jingu Shrine, Shibuya Crossing, Senso-ji Temple, Overlook Tokyo Skytree Tower, Tsukiji Fish Market
  4. Day 4 Tokyo to Kyoto by Shinkansen (Bullet Train) | Kinkakuji Temple, Nijo Castle
  5. Day 5 Kyoto Tour | Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine, Kiyomizudera Temple, Ninenzaka & Sannenzaka, Yasaka Shrine, Gion
  6. Day 6 Kyoto - Nara - Osaka | Todaiji Temple, Nara Park, Kasuga Taisha, Osaka Castle Park, Shinsaibashi-suji Shopping Street
  7. Day 7 Osaka Departure
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  • MP
    · October 27th, 2025
    Our guide was super professional, giving us really thorough explanations at every spot. Even on the bus, they chatted with us and shared all kinds of fun facts about Japan!
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    UME Travel Co. Ltd commented on this review
    Thanks so much, Michael! We’re so glad you enjoyed the trip and that our guide made Japan come alive for you with all those stories and fun facts. Your kind words mean a lot — we’ll be sure to pass your praise along to the team!
    Trip date: October 2025
  • GH
    · October 22nd, 2025
    Our small group organized by UME was amazing, and our guide Kassy helped us understand Japan so well!
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    UME Travel Co. Ltd commented on this review
    Thank you so much, Grant! We’re so happy you enjoyed the trip and that Kassy helped make Japan come alive for your group—it means a lot!
    Trip date: October 2025
  • M
    · October 21st, 2025
    I want to give a huge shoutout to Phoebe from UME for her amazing customer service! We ran into some flight issues and almost had to cancel our original plans at the last minute, but UME handled everything so smoothly. They were super helpful, understanding, and easy to communicate with. Our guide, Mori, was also fantastic—so friendly and always ready to help. He made the whole trip so much fun!
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    UME Travel Co. Ltd commented on this review
    Thank you so much, Mariana! We’re thrilled to hear Phoebe and Mori made your trip stress-free and fun. Your kind words mean the world to our team!
    Trip date: October 2025
  • IL
    · October 17th, 2025
    The itinerary was absolutely perfect — Kyoto and Osaka were hands down my favorite spots!
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    UME Travel Co. Ltd commented on this review
    Thanks a ton! So happy Kyoto & Osaka wowed you—glad the itinerary hit all the right notes and made your trip extra special!
    Trip date: September 2025
  • BJ
    · October 14th, 2025
    Our guide was incredible—so friendly, fun, and made sure everything ran smoothly. Small group = total VIP vibes, zero stress, all adventure. Honestly, the Philippines has my heart .
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    UME Travel Co. Ltd commented on this review
    Thank you so much! We’re thrilled you had such an amazing time—your guide will be so happy to hear this!
    Trip date: September 2025
  • AE
    · October 13th, 2025
    The itinerary was really well planned, and our guide was super funny with great English — the whole group spent the trip laughing nonstop!
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    UME Travel Co. Ltd commented on this review
    Thanks so much, Adam! We’re thrilled you enjoyed the trip and had such a fun time with your guide and group—it’s always great to travel with laughter all the way!
    Trip date: September 2025
  • TR
    · October 10th, 2025
    This was one of my favorite experiences in Japan! Billy is an amazing guide—super friendly, funny, and she really made the whole experience feel personal. I can’t recommend this enough. And the food? Absolutely incredible! We left with full hearts and full stomachs!
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    UME Travel Co. Ltd commented on this review
    Thanks so much, Tori! So happy Billy made your Japan trip fun & the food unforgettable—your kind words mean a lot!
    Trip date: July 2025
  • M
    · October 2nd, 2025
    Amazing! The hotel, the driver—everything was perfectly taken care of, so we didn’t have to worry about a thing. Our guide was awesome too, taking us everywhere and giving us great explanations about the temples and palaces we visited. Super friendly and helpful!
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    Trip date: August 2025
  • ZK
    · September 25th, 2025
    Really nice! Both the guide and the hotel were fantastic.
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    Trip date: August 2025
  • C
    · September 18th, 2025
    I really loved this trip! My group was amazing, and everyone got along so well. I think a lot of that had to do with our guide—she was always so positive and full of energy, really setting the tone for the whole team. The accommodations were great too, right in the city center and just as good as I expected.
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    Trip date: August 2025

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    Patrick

    Asked on September 12th, 2025

    Are there any visa restrictions on Tai's for Japan? Do you have availability for a tour beginning on September 14?

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    • UME Travel Co. LtdOperatorWritten September 2025

      Thai citizens do not need a visa to enter Japan. Japan offers a 15-day visa-free stay for Thai passport holders. If you are considering traveling soon, the departure date of September 14th is already too close and our tours are fully booked. The earliest available departures are around September 21st or 22nd.

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      Patrick

      TravelerWritten September 2025

      can you arrange reasonable economy air from bangkok and return

    • UME Travel Co. LtdOperatorWritten September 2025

      We are not able to arrange the flights separately from the tour. The reason is that if we quote the flights alone, the price would be much higher. A better option is for you to book the flights directly by yourself, as there will be no extra markup this way.

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    Diana

    Asked on September 3rd, 2025

    Is there any chance of a triple room accommodation? I just can't be separated from one or both of them

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    • UME Travel Co. LtdOperatorWritten September 2025

      Yes, it is no problem for us to arrange a room for 3 of you, it will be a twin bed with a rollaway bed. If you are ok with the room type, you can simply choos 3 person and proceed the payment. we will arrange for you accordingly.

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    Jeff

    Asked on July 24th, 2025

    Can you please advise: 1) How much will the airport transfer cost? 2) Is the triple room available to be booked instead of a double? 3) Can you please advise the names of the hotels?

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    • UME Travel Co. LtdOperatorWritten July 2025

      Our small group tours are currently fully booked due to the high season. The earliest available dates for new bookings will be after August 3rd. Our room arrangements are based on double occupancy (2 persons per room), triple room is not available.

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    Ann

    Asked on July 10th, 2025

    What are the optional activities and what is the cost for the Osaka airport transfer?

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    • UME Travel Co. LtdOperatorWritten July 2025

      All the activities listed in the itinerary are already included in the package. Airport transfers are not included in the base package. If you'd like us to arrange it, the cost is USD 188 per way (for 2 people) (night time pick up / drop off surcharge USD18 per way).

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    Yvonne

    Asked on June 25th, 2025

    is the sharing a multi-bed room meaning we share with strangers or will it be just the 2 of us in the room?

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    • UME Travel Co. LtdOperatorWritten June 2025

      all of our tours are private. Since there are 2 of you, you will have your own private room, and you won't be sharing with any strangers during the tour.

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