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Best of Japan - 8 days

8 days
From Tokyo to Kyoto
3.3
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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
Guided in English
Group Size 4 - 24
Age range 16 to 99
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Highlights

  • Be amazed by the spectacular mountain scenery and views of stunning Mount Fuji
  • Visit the UNESCO Listed Nijo Castle, Sanjusagen-do Temple with its 1000 life-like statues
  • Stay in a ryokan, bath in natural hot springs, wear a Samue and sleep on a futon

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Tokyo
  2. Day 2 Senjoji Temple District & Tokyo National Museum
  3. Day 3 Kamakura & the Bronze Buddha
  4. Day 4 Harajuku & Shibuya
  5. Day 5 Mt Fuji & Lake Kawaguchi
  6. Day 6 Kyoto - 1000 statues of Kannon & the Geisha District
  7. Day 7 Kyoto - Nijo Castle, Golden Pavilion & free time
  8. Day 8 Kyoto
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What's Included

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  • Flights
  • Insurance
  • Optional
  • Additional Services

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On The Go Tours

Number of tours

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Age Range

5 to 99 years old

Response time

7 hours

Response rate

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  • 4.6
  • Best of Japan - 8 days reviewer 1
    · March 29th, 2023
    A good tour. I understand that using public...
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    On The Go Tours commented on this review
    Thanks so much for the great review, Sheila!
    Trip date: March 2023
  • SY
    · December 9th, 2016
    As extensive correspondence with the tour company has stated we felt that the tour offered VERY poor value for money. The high cost was not reflected in the standard of accomodation, all entrance fees were excluded and there were very few meals included. The tour company's response was that they had high overheads reflecting back of house expenses eg training, quality control etc Also they failed to pick up at the incoming airport as promised, stating we were ''coming in early' despite the fact that flight arrangement were always the customers ' responsibility. The guide was quite good but we would never use this company again. Feel ripped offf.
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    On The Go Tours commented on this review
    Dear Susan, Thank you again for your feedback. We are sorry that you were unhappy with our tour, which was delivered as advertised and with all associated costs detailed within our trip notes, which are fully accessible prior to departure and prior to... Show more
    Trip date: October 2016

Dates & Availability

8 days
Best of Japan - 8 days
From Tokyo to Kyoto

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    Allan

    Asked on May 13th, 2025

    I have two weeks to tour Japan's main sites

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    • On The Go ToursOperatorWritten May 2025

      I have checked all of our Japan tours and they are all sold out for travel in the next week. The next available dates are the 25th or 31st May, with the tours being anywhere from 7-15 days, so I am afraid they will not work with your restricted time frame.

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    Alexa

    Asked on November 20th, 2024

    Can you provide any information about diet accommodations?

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    • On The Go ToursOperatorWritten November 2024

      We can certainly accommodate special diet requirements, including vegan options. Just let us know in advance!

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    Claudia

    Asked on October 22nd, 2024

    What is the group size for the Japan tour?

    Group size
    • On The Go ToursOperatorWritten October 2024

      The group sizes can vary, but you'll meet your local tour guide and other passengers on the first day at the Welcome Meeting.

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    Ute

    Asked on October 17th, 2024

    Do I need a Japan Rail Pass for travel?

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    • On The Go ToursOperatorWritten October 2024

      It's not necessary to pre-purchase a Japan Rail Pass; a tour guide will assist with your rail card needs upon arrival.

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    Tom

    Asked on July 8th, 2024

    Where do we meet our tour guide?

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    • On The Go ToursOperatorWritten July 2024

      You will meet your tour guide during the Welcome Meeting on the first day at the hotel lobby.

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    Ivan

    Asked on May 30th, 2024

    Can travelers meet before the trip starts?

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    • On The Go ToursOperatorWritten June 2024

      Yes, tour members will have a Welcome Meeting on the first day to meet each other and the tour guide.

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    Carina

    Asked on May 5th, 2024

    Are airport transfers included in our tour package?

    Flights / Transfers
    • On The Go ToursOperatorWritten May 2024

      Specific tours might include airport transfers. Please check your travel itinerary included in your tour documents.

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    Helen

    Asked on April 30th, 2024

    What should I do regarding handling my money in Japan?

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    • On The Go ToursOperatorWritten May 2024

      You can either bring a prepaid credit card or inform your bank you'll be traveling to Japan to use your normal Visa card.

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    Sophia

    Asked on April 11th, 2024

    We have 3 travelers (2 adults and 1 minor who is 14 years old) that would like to join this tour. Is it possible to have a triple room?

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    • On The Go ToursOperatorWritten April 2024

      The Best of Japan is for clients 16 years and older however we do have a tour which is catered towards families.

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      Sophia

      TravelerWritten April 2024

      In the tour information it is mentiones that travelers can be from 5 to 99 years old. If this information does not apply, can you please update the information? On the other hand, it is not possible to have a TPL room?

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      Sophia

      TravelerWritten April 2024

      Do you have any comments? Is it possible to have the triple room? If so, which would be the additional cost?

    • On The Go ToursOperatorWritten April 2024

      Unfortunately triple room is not possible, we only do double rooms or single rooms.

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    Marc

    Asked on March 30th, 2024

    What kind of accommodations are available?

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    • On The Go ToursOperatorWritten April 2024

      The tour generally offers double rooms; unfortunately, triple rooms are not available.

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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.
  • Payment information
    • For any tour departing before August 25th, 2025 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after August 25th, 2025, a minimum payment of $600 is required to confirm your booking with On The Go Tours. 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 70 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 On The Go Tours will contact you with any discrepancies before your booking is confirmed.
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