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- National Geographic Journeys with G Adventures
- 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
- Medium Intensity
- Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
- Guided in English
- Group Size 10 - 15
- Ages 12+
Places You’ll See
Highlights
- Explore Tokyo by metro and visit Meiji Shrine
- Learn sushi-making at Tsukiji Fish Market
- Stay in a traditional minshuku in Tsumago
- Visit the Peace Memorial Park in Hiroshima
- Walk under Fushimi Inari's iconic red gates
Itinerary
- Introduction
- Day 1 Tokyo
- Day 2 Tokyo (1B)
- Day 3 Tokyo (1B, 1L)
- Day 4 Tokyo/Tsumago (1B, 1D)
- Day 5 Tsumago/Kanazawa (1B)
- Day 6 Kanazawa (1B)
- Day 7 Kanazawa/Hiroshima (1B)
- Day 8 Hiroshima (1B)
- Day 9 Hiroshima/Kyoto (1B)
- Day 10 Kyoto (1B)
- Day 11 Kyoto (1B)
- Day 12 Kyoto (1B)
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
Where You'll Stay
Shizutetsu Hotel Prezio Tokyo Tamachi
HotelDays 1, 2, 3Hanaya Tsumago Ryokan
Hotelday 4ANA Crowne Plaza Kanazawa
HotelDays 5, 6ANA Crowne Plaza Hiroshima
HotelDays 7, 8Hilton Garden Inn Kyoto Shijo Karasuma
HotelDays 9, 10, 11
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Number of tours
98
Age Range
12 to 99 years old
Response time
6 hours
Response rate
100%
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- Overall RatingExcellent
- ItineraryExcellent
- GuideExcellent
- TransportExcellent
- AccommodationGood
- FoodExcellent
- RRRheal· October 28th, 2025We booked this tour based on the National Geographic affiliation which created a certain expectation regarding the tour. It did not live up to that expectation at all. First of all, the accommodations were sub-standard with the exception of the Hilton in Kyoto. The ryokan was particularly awful. Not only was the trip to get to the Tsumago and the ryokan long, the ryokan was uncomfortable, the beds and covers were not clean and women sharing a washroom with men was not appropriate. The tour did not allow for proper food at lunch with many of our lunches having to be purchased at food stores / kiosks in train stations or fast food shopping centre locations. Finally, while our guide was a wonderful person who did go above and beyond to guide us from location to location as well as dealing with some unique issues (i.e., retrieving a lost mobile phone and lost luggage), her command of English was not good. She was difficult to understand with most tour participants not listening to what she had to say. When explaining the relevance of the historical and cultural significance of what we were looking at, she also had a tendency to jump from one topic to another making it very difficult to follow her. This trip was not worth the money that we paid; FULL STOP.Show moreTrip date: October 2025
- COCatherine Margaret· May 21st, 2024Iconic Japan tour was a great introduction to Japan.Show moreTrip date: May 2024
- SGSusan· November 6th, 2023This tour is a fabulous introduction to Japan. It is fast paced with lots of walking and use of Japan’s massive transportation system- from the bullet train to the subway with someone to guide you through the complexities. Our guide, Mika, was exceptional making sure each individual’s needs were met and sharing her vast knowledge of the country and culture. The itinerary was varied from big city to country side and we found the Japanese people to always be polite and helpful. The group is limited to 15 or less so you get to know everyone. We were fortunate to have a great group.Show moreTrip date: October 2023
- MKMartin· September 26th, 2023The tour was well organized, and provided great insight into Japanese culture and historyShow moreTrip date: September 2023
- GLGregory· January 6th, 2023The tour was a fantastic display of both Japanese culture and sights. The group I was with was great enhancing the already wonderful experience. I was also travelling with an elderly individual so I didn't know how well they would take to the physical requirements of the tour, but are tour guide made every effort to accommodate them when they could - be it taking a little bit of a detour to find a elevator; escalator or always checking in on them when they could which we both appreciated greatly. I was also interested in Japanese culture personally so I would ask the guide different questions related to the topic and they answered each question gleefully, glad that I was taking a personal interest into the subject. With that said I'm already planning my next trip back.Show moreTrip date: December 2022
- CDCharlotte· September 15th, 2019I loved this tour and I would book it again! You get a perfect overview of nice places in Japan, with a perfect mix between traditional Japanese and modern culture. Everything was nicely planned and organized by our amazing guide, resulting in no worries and no stress during the trip. The hotels, the transportation, the food...everything was great. I especially liked the additionally planned activities/experiences, such as the chopstick gold leaf experience or the meeting with the Kembu Masters. Also the size of the group (10 persons) was a very good fit.Show moreTrip date: September 2019
Paul· November 3rd, 2018I enjoyed the contrast between urban and rural...Show more
National Geographic Journeys with G Adventures commented on this reviewThat's fantastic to hear - thank you Paul.Trip date: October 2018- MTMichael Van· August 12th, 2018This was such an amazing trip. It's a great mix...Show moreNational Geographic Journeys with G Adventures commented on this reviewYES! So happy you had a great time in Japan - what a place! Thanks for travelling the world with us.Trip date: July 2018
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What our customers ask about this tour
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Sebastián
Asked on March 30th, 2025How do I proceed if I want to book the tour?
National Geographic Journeys with G AdventuresOperator•Written March 2025You can book the tour by selecting the 'Book Now' button on our page to finalize your trip details and enter your passenger information.
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Carol
Asked on January 14th, 2025Are there any age restrictions for travelers on this tour?
- National Geographic Journeys with G AdventuresOperator•Written January 2025
This trip is suitable for travelers who are fit and able, regardless of age, as it involves a significant amount of walking each day.
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Toni
Asked on December 17th, 2024What types of accommodations are used during the tour?
- National Geographic Journeys with G AdventuresOperator•Written December 2024
Our accommodations range from hotels to traditional lodges, known for their unique charm and cultural proximity, providing an immersive experience.
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Ben
Asked on November 26th, 2024Will we get a chance to add extra activities to our tour?
- National Geographic Journeys with G AdventuresOperator•Written November 2024
Please let us know if you're interested in adding activities, and we can check the availability or make suggestions for your tour dates.
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Liz
Asked on October 4th, 2024How much luggage can we bring? We usually have one smallish roller bag with a knapsack that fits on top. Is that okay?
- National Geographic Journeys with G AdventuresOperator•Written October 2024
It's essential to pack as lightly as possible for rail travel in Japan. All G Adventures tours use the world-famous Shinkansen bullet trains, which have a restriction on maximum luggage size. Any luggage brought on board the train must be less than 160cm in total (calculated as the sum of the height + width + depth of your luggage). This is roughly the size that most airline companies consider as "carry-on baggage" and allow in overhead storage compartments. As this tour includes city-to-city luggage transfers, this restriction only affects your carry-on luggage on board the train. This tour includes a city-to-city luggage transfer service known as "takuhaibin" in Japan, so you will not have to worry about carrying your large luggage on and off trains as we travel. Please note that you will not have access to your bags during the transfers from city to city, and will not be reunited with your large luggage until the following day. On these days, we recommend using an overnight bag (under 160cm in total) for anything you may need, including valuables.
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Kerry
Asked on August 1st, 2024Are meals included in the tour package?
- National Geographic Journeys with G AdventuresOperator•Written August 2024
Details about meal inclusions can be found in the trip notes. Please review them or contact us for specific details on meal arrangements.
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Sandra
Asked on June 1st, 2024Would it be possible to add Naoshima either before or after the tour? What would you recommend and what would you estimate to be the additional cost?
- National Geographic Journeys with G AdventuresOperator•Written June 2024
Our tours are sold as a package so we can not add extra days to a tour. None of our tours visit Naoshima. If you would like to add this to any of our tours you would have to arrange it independently.
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Sandra
Traveler•Written June 2024I would like to add a visit to Naoshima, the art island, before or after this tour. What do you suggest regarding dates, where to stay, and transportation to/from Naoshima to connect with the Nat'l Geographic tour? Also, how much would it cost?
- National Geographic Journeys with G AdventuresOperator•Written June 2024
Since we don't offer excursions or activities to Naoshima or the Art Island, its very difficult for us to make recommendations on how to go about planning this, as we would be searching online the same way as you. We'd recommend seeing if you could find another tour operator (possibly local to Japan) to plan a few days in these spots, or explore booking day tours/excursions through a company like Viator.
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Charlotte
Asked on May 28th, 2024How can I check the availability for a specific date?
- National Geographic Journeys with G AdventuresOperator•Written May 2024
Check the current availability for your preferred departure date directly on our booking page, or contact us for further information.
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Claire
Asked on May 1st, 2024Can I be paired with another traveler if I am booking alone?
- National Geographic Journeys with G AdventuresOperator•Written May 2024
If you're traveling alone, you can be paired with another solo traveler of the same gender. Alternatively, you can choose a single supplement if you prefer your own room.
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Amy
Asked on April 26th, 2024Is the luggage restriction on the train just for our overnight luggage? Is bigger bags allowed? Will we have to carry our over night luggage around with us when we are touring the different locations?
- National Geographic Journeys with G AdventuresOperator•Written April 2024
All G Adventures tours use Shinkansen bullet trains, which have a restriction on maximum luggage size. Any luggage brought on board the train must be less than 160cm in total. This tour includes a city-to-city luggage transfer service known as 'takuhaibin' in Japan, so you will not have to worry about carrying your large luggage on and off trains. You will not have access to your bags during transfers and will be reunited with your large luggage the following day. We recommend using an overnight bag (under 160cm in total) for anything you may need.
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