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- Platinum Operator
- Exodus Adventure Travels
- 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 4 - 16
- Ages 16+
Places You’ll See
Highlights
- Enjoy the atmospheric Kyoto
- Feed deers in Nara Koen Park
- visit Peace Memorial Park in Hiroshima
- Explore Takayama's morning market
Itinerary
- Introduction
- Day 1 Adventure starts in Kyoto
- Day 2 Visit Nijo Castle, Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion) and Ryoan-ji temple (breakfast)
- Day 3 Explore the old capital, Nara • Return to Kyoto and visit Fushimi Inari Taisha and historic Gion (breakfast)
- Day 4 Bullet train to Hiroshima • Visit Miyajima island and see the famous floating torii gate (breakfast)
- Day 5 Visit Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park • Afternoon transfer to Kobe (breakfast)
- Day 6 Train to Kanazawa • Explore the Kenrokuen Gardens (breakfast)
- Day 7 Explore the Nagamachi samurai district • Visit Omicho Market and the historic Higashichaya geisha district (breakfast)
- Day 8 Bus to Takayama via a historic village in Shirakawa-go (breakfast,dinner)
- Day 9 Orientation tour in Takayama • Free day to explore the peaceful shrines and temples (breakfast,dinner)
- Day 10 Direct bus to Matsumoto • Explore Matsumoto Castle (breakfast)
- Day 11 Journey to Kawaguchiko to visit Oishi Park and kimono museum (breakfast)
- Day 12 Travel by bus to Tokyo • City tour including the Senso-ji temple (breakfast)
- Day 13 Free day for individual exploration • Optional karaoke farewell night (breakfast)
- Day 14 Adventure ends in Tokyo (breakfast)
What's Included
- Accommodation
- 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
- Optional
- Additional Services
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Number of tours
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Age Range
16 to 80 years old
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Response rate
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Customer Reviews
- Overall RatingExcellent
- ItineraryGood
- GuideExcellent
- TransportGood
- AccommodationExcellent
- FoodExcellent
- IHIan· October 10th, 2025An excellent introduction to Japan, our tour guide Charlie-San was excellent and very knowledgable.He was able to supply insights into some of the more unique aspects of Japanese culture, recommended great restaurants and places to visit in the free time we had. It should be emphasised that this tour involves a lot of walking, some days we walked 10-12 miles and may not be suitable for everyoneShow moreTrip date: September 2025
- BTBen· March 24th, 2025Japan as a country was amazing. Exodus as a tour company, disappointing. Would not use again.Show more
Exodus Adventure Travels commented on this reviewWe’re really disappointed to receive your review, as while we’re glad that you enjoyed Japan as a country, we very much regret that you were less impressed with Exodus and with the tour leader assigned to your group. Your group was led by one of our... Show moreTrip date: March 2025 - DDorothe· April 7th, 2023What an adventure of a lifetime! Kohei Nishido’s genuinely kind, responsive, flexible, and insightful nature made our travel encounters with Japan profoundly life changing. With his heartwarming ability to intertwine the customs and culture of the people with respect to the history and geographical natural beauty of Japan, unique experiences always seemed just around the corner! Our deepest gratitude to all our fellow traveler's who also gave us memories that will last a lifetime. Thank you for celebrating our Wedding Anniversary with us!Show moreExodus Adventure Travels commented on this reviewWe would like to sincerely thank you for taking the time to post a review of your experience on our Ancient & Modern Japan tour and we are so pleased to hear that you enjoyed your adventure. We were especially happy to hear that you found this trip life... Show moreTrip date: March 2023
- OMOrlando· May 6th, 2019The positive: The tour covered a large number of very beautiful and interesting places and provided a rich overview of both classic and modern Japan. As such the tour fulfills the promise of its title and description. Most of the members of our 14 people group ranging from late 20s to midd 50s indicated that they were very happy with the overall experience and the performance of our guide. The negative: Even though this tour is rated for all ages, from the perspective of a 77 year old in reasonable good shape I would not recommend this tour or guide to people who is not willing or able to march everyday at a rapid pace in long walks and up and down long stairs at attractions and in very congested subway stations. This rapid marching reduced significantly my enjoyment of the trip. It precluded the possibility of looking around and taking pictures without falling dangerously behind the group. In a very congested subway station it led to my being tripped by a low lying carry-on dragged way behind by a young women. The fact that in many instances our rapid marching was followed by significant waiting periods indicates that this rapid marching could have been avoided without falling behind schedule, but our guide was not willing or able to adjust his walking pace. On another dimension and inspired by my good memories of college boarding, I opted for sharing accommodations, something which proved to be a major mistake, particularly because in our first hotel the twin beds were in direct contact and could not be separated. Fortunately, with the effective support of our guide I was able to get separate rooms for the entire tour with a total additional cost similar to the tour additional charge for separate rooms. A final problem was a botched booking of my transportation to the airport that took a few hours from my last day in Tokyo.Show moreTrip date: March 2019
- SHSusan· March 30th, 2019The tour covered most of the things I wished to see in Japan and more. Ayaka was brilliant taking us to various destinations on trains, buses, a ferry and the metro in Tokyo without losing any of us. Our trip to Mount Fuji was superb. The rain stopped as we reached the viewing area and Mount Fuji was there in full splendour. Also the snow monkeys were at the pool but it was too warm for them to have a bath. They were great fun to watch. Some of the temples were amazing. Overall a very good insight to Japan ancient and modern. We experienced a karaoke, modern but unfortunately did not experience any traditional entertainment. I feel that it should be on the itinerary not as an optional. I was disappointed that traditional Japanese theatre was not included on our trip. Also your advert says that the age range is 16 to 99 years of age! There was a lot of long walking involved and I would think that people in their 90s and some in their 80s would struggle with the distances.Show moreTrip date: March 2019
- NDNena· December 9th, 2018The itinerary was packed full but this allowed us to see so much around Japan in a short period of time. Lots of walking and use of public transport but that was apart of the fun. Our tour leader Yōko was sweet, organised and helpful in any situation. Even offering to show us places on our free days. I highly recommend this tour to anyone if you’re keen to see a lot and happy to use your walking shoes in doing so.Show moreTrip date: November 2018
- LJLinda· June 5th, 2017My tour of Modern and Ancient Japan was...Show moreTrip date: May 2017
- LJLinda· June 5th, 2017My tour of Japan for 16 days was all and more...Show moreTrip date: May 2017
- APhilip Barker· November 7th, 2010A good mix of old and new Japan with lots of free time to do your own thing (do your research!). If Japan is on your list this is the trip for you as you'll see so many of the highlights. Staying in the two great hotels that bookend the trip make the trip fairly relaxed as you cram lots into the day but can settle back into your room without constantly being on the move!What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?The visit to Hiroshima is strangely uplifiting despite the sadness of the history. Matsumoto was a suprising highlight; the crow castle is beautiful and there is lots to see on the walk back to the station (Exodus you should make this a day not a morning!). The snow monkeys were brilliant and if you're a wildlife photographer you'll get some AMAZING images.  What did you think of your group leader?Steve was incredibly passionate about Japan. He got us from A to B. Sometimes a little too impatient though and the odd innocent question can evoke the 'Steve glare'.... I mean it looked like chicken but was actually rice..Do you have any advice for potential travellers?Read a book called 'Japan Through the Looking Glass' by Alan MacFarlane.. a really good book on Japanese culture and pyschology.. why they do the strange little things they do. Be careful of the deer in Nara park and at Miyajima Island.. I lost a yen note from my pocket to one!Really do try and do some decent research on Kyoto and Tokyo so that you can get the most out of your free time. Is there anything else you would like to add?Try an onsen hot spring.. especially a local one.. don't be shy. Once you've seen everyone's bits no one cares and you'll be suprised how relaxing it can be.Definitely check out the Fushimi Inari Shrine in Kyoto in your free time.. this is the temple with thousands of red arches stretching up into a forest.ÂShow moreTrip date: November 2010
- AGregory Tebble· November 3rd, 2010An incedible journey giving a diverse insight into the truly fascinating culture of an amazing country. I have never taken so many photographs on this type of holiday before.What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?Where do I start? Without exception, everything on the itinerary lived up to or surpassed my expectations. It is quite often the small things that make the holiday even greater and in this respect I would say that launching myself onto the Tokyo subway and finding my way to various sites on our free day was both exciting and rewarding. The poeple too are so friendly and helpful. Its a pleasure to shop without being constantly hassled. The lack of litter, the respect people had for public property, the lack of vandalism, that feeling of security and safety walking about on the street. It all made coming home to England like visiting a third world country.What did you think of your group leader?Steve was passionate about Japan and as a fluent speaker of the language gave us an insight into several different aspects of Japanese life that we might not have otherwise experienced. He was also very good at catering for all tastes and ages on the trip. His skills at getting us all on the trains, subways, buses etc on time never ceased to amaze. It wouldn't have been such a good holiday without him.Do you have any advice for potential travellers?Get your yen before you travel and and take extra memory cards for you camera!! Japan is not as expensive as you might fear, but it is still pretty expensive. When you've travelled on Japanese rail you'll never want to travel on UK cattle trains again.Is there anything else you would like to add?There are so many diverse and amazing things to do, see and experience, so just go for it. Jump right in and enjoy it, especially the Tokyo subway!! Kyoto is a beautiful city both the ancient and modern parts, the journey through central Japan was both beautiful and amazing. The snow monkeys, the ryokans, Matsumoto Castle, and Tokyo is simply amazing and totally bonkers. There is always something to engage your attention, senses or camera.Show moreTrip date: November 2010
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What our customers ask about this tour
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Alexis
Asked on September 16th, 2025I would be grateful to know the possibilities here.
Exodus Adventure TravelsOperator•Written September 2025We are an Adventure Travel Tour Operator with 50 years experience in leading incredible adventures in hard-to-reach places across the globe. We offer expertly crafted set-itineraries for small groups between 4-16 people typically ranging between 8 and 23 days in duration to over 100 destinations with a focus on trekking, wildlife, cycling, cultural discovery, and family adventures.
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Alexis
Traveler•Written September 2025I am looking to include Hakone and Mt. Fuji for my clients. So if you do have an itinerary that includes Hakone Ryokan Onsen Stays and TeamLab, And MarioKart in Tokyo, then I would be grateful.
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Zoe
Asked on September 5th, 2025Could you provide the demographics of the people currently booked on this tour, including their ages and nationalities?
- Exodus Adventure TravelsOperator•Written September 2025
There are 11 confirmed guests on this departure. 6 men and 11 women. 1 are in their 20s, 2 in their 50s, 3 in their 60s and 5 in their 70s.
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Zoe
Traveler•Written September 2025How much is the single supplement? I'll think about your proposal to share with a stranger. With only two dinners on the tour can you suggest an expected daily budget for food.
- Exodus Adventure TravelsOperator•Written September 2025
The single supplement is AUD1232. Kindly note that there is no single room available for this particular departure, but if you would like a single room, perhaps you would like to consider the 16 November 2025 departure where we have 1 single room *subject to availability. Allow around 90,000-110,000 yen (US$630-US$770) to cover the cost of food and drink throughout the tour.
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Robin
Asked on March 16th, 2025what the transport options
- Exodus Adventure TravelsOperator•Written March 2025
Transport will be by public train, metro, bus and tram. The trains in Japan are both highly efficient and very comfortable and we use public transport around Kyoto and Tokyo to experience the Japanese urban life.
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Carolin
Asked on February 26th, 2025What are the visa requirements for Japan?
- Exodus Adventure TravelsOperator•Written February 2025
Visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. You can check the latest requirements by visiting the official visa information website or contacting us directly.
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Marko
Asked on February 9th, 2025What is the single supplement charge?
- Exodus Adventure TravelsOperator•Written February 2025
The single supplement charge varies depending on the departure date. You can reach out to us via the Ask a Question button for specific pricing.
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Colleen
Asked on January 25th, 2025If I book the twin shared room, but nobody else books for that room, will I have to pay the single supplement, or will I keep the rate of the twin shared room?
- Exodus Adventure TravelsOperator•Written January 2025
If you book a twin share option and nobody else books the room, you will have your own room at no extra cost.
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Khalil
Asked on November 17th, 2024Is the cost of luggage forwarding included in the tour price?
- Exodus Adventure TravelsOperator•Written November 2024
The courier cost is included as part of the tour, which covers transferring one piece of baggage per person from Kyoto to Matsumoto and on to Tokyo.
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Nicole
Asked on September 6th, 2024Are there any bullet train trips on this tour?
- Exodus Adventure TravelsOperator•Written September 2024
Yes, bullet train trips are included in the tour. These provide a fast and convenient way to travel between tour locations in Japan.
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Eleonora
Asked on August 27th, 2024Can I book additional nights at the start hotel in Kyoto?
- Exodus Adventure TravelsOperator•Written August 2024
Additional nights at Dormy Inn Premium Kyoto Ekimae can be booked. Rates are on request and our team can assist with arrangements.
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Jorge
Asked on June 14th, 2024I need to know the single supplement charge BEFORE I book to know if I want to book, not after I click book please. Can you advise this please.
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Jorge
Traveler•Written June 2024Are there any bullet train trips on this tour please? I wouldn't want to go if there isn't. Thank you.
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Jorge
Traveler•Written June 2024There is only one recent review of this tour (2023). Why is this? The rest are very old. This is worrying.
- Exodus Adventure TravelsOperator•Written June 2024
There is the possibility (depending on availability) to add a single supplement - the price depends on the departure date. When are you looking to travel? Regarding your question about bullet trains, yes you will be able to experience these on the trip.
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