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Highlights of Japan

8 days
From Tokyo to Osaka
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Highlights of Japan - Exodus Adventure Travels
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An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English
Group Size 4 - 16
Age range 16 to 80
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Highlights

  • Explore Tokyo's vibrant Shinjuku district
  • Visit the historic Meiji Shrine and Harajuku
  • Discover Nikko's UNESCO-listed Toshogu Shrine
  • Stroll through Kyoto's famous Nishiki Market
  • See Hiroshima's Peace Memorial and Museum

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Start Tokyo
  2. Day 2 A full-day Tokyo tour by metro including Senso-ji Temple (breakfast)
  3. Day 3 Travel by train to Nikko; enjoy nature and Unesco sites; overnight in a traditional-style guesthouse (breakfast,dinner)
  4. Day 4 Train to Kyoto; delight your senses in Nishiki Market; explore the traditional Gion district (breakfast)
  5. Day 5 Experience some Kyoto highlights on foot and by public transport (breakfast)
  6. Day 6 To Hiroshima to visit the Peace Park and Museum; discover the beautiful Himeji Castle en route (breakfast)
  7. Day 7 Morning trip by ferry to Miyajima; bullet train to Osaka for final evening (breakfast)
  8. Day 8 End Osaka (breakfast)
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Customer Reviews

  • Katherine
    · April 10th, 2024
    A wonderful Guide and good food and an interesting itinerary
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  • Dorothe
    · April 7th, 2023
    What 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!
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  • dinesh
    · December 29th, 2024
    Cycling the backroads of Sri Lanka was a great experience. Tour was exeptionally well organized and the crew was very professional.
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8 days
Highlights of Japan
From Tokyo to Osaka

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    Guillermo

    Asked on December 7th, 2024

    Are airfares included with the tour fee?

    Flights / Transfers
    Price / Availability
    • Exodus Adventure TravelsOperatorWritten December 2024

      Flights are not included in the tour cost. You will need to make your own flight arrangements.

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    Nicolas

    Asked on October 7th, 2024

    Is travel insurance necessary for this tour?

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    • Exodus Adventure TravelsOperatorWritten October 2024

      Travel insurance is a condition of joining our tours, covering medical, personal accident risks, and repatriation costs. You need to present your insurance policy details upon arrival at the destination.

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    Marjan

    Asked on October 7th, 2024

    Can I arrange a private tour?

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    • Exodus Adventure TravelsOperatorWritten October 2024

      We require a minimum of 10 travelers to arrange a private departure for your party.

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    Kai

    Asked on October 5th, 2024

    How can I reach the tour's starting hotel from Haneda Airport?

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    Transport
    • Exodus Adventure TravelsOperatorWritten October 2024

      From Haneda Airport, take the Tokyo Monorail to Hamamatsucho station. Change to either the JY or JK Line to travel a few stops to Kanda station. The start hotel is a 10-minute walk from Hamamatsucho station.

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    Amber

    Asked on March 13th, 2024

    Is there a pickup service available from the airport?

    Transport
    • Exodus Adventure TravelsOperatorWritten March 2024

      Yes, we offer a free shared shuttle arrival transfer from Tokyo airport to the start hotel. This service is available only if booked in advance before the trip commences.

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    Jenny

    Asked on August 20th, 2023

    I'm a solo traveller female. Will I be paired with another solo female traveller or do I have to pay single supplement?

    Single supplement
    • Exodus Adventure TravelsOperatorWritten August 2023

      You can share at no extra cost or if you want your own room its a single fee supplement.

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    Matthieu

    Asked on August 19th, 2023

    Can I join the tour on specific dates?

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    • Exodus Adventure TravelsOperatorWritten August 2023

      The tour availability varies, so it is best to check the specific dates you are interested in to see if they are available.

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    Rainer

    Asked on July 26th, 2023

    How much will it cost to travel by train from Narita Airport to the starting hotel?

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    • Exodus Adventure TravelsOperatorWritten July 2023

      The total price for the train journey from Narita Airport to the starting hotel is approximately 2,800 JPY.

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    Sam

    Asked on May 29th, 2023

    Do you offer airfare with the tour?

    Flights / Transfers
    • Exodus Adventure TravelsOperatorWritten May 2023

      Flights are not included in the tour cost you would need to make your own flight arrangements.

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    Jennifer

    Asked on May 8th, 2023

    Is there a pickup available for us?

    Flights / Transfers
    • Exodus Adventure TravelsOperatorWritten May 2023

      Yes for this tour we offer a Free shared shuttle arrival transfer (available 2023 only/ must be booked in advance before trip commences if you wish to utilise this service) from Tokyo airport to start hotel.

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  • Vaccines
    • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Japan. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Japan. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Japanese B encephalitis - Recommended for Japan. Ideally 1 month before travel.
  • Visa
    • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
    • Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
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    • For any tour departing before October 4th, 2025 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after October 4th, 2025, a minimum payment of 25% is required to confirm your booking with Exodus Adventure Travels. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 120 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
    • Some departure dates and prices may vary and Exodus Adventure Travels will contact you with any discrepancies before your booking is confirmed.
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