10 day Japan itinerary with Takayama’s Edo-era old town, Shirakawa-go’s thatched farmhouses, Fushimi Inari and Miyajima’s torii.
See Japan from neon-lit cities to quiet mountain villages on this Japan private tour package, built for travelers who want tradition, culture and hidden gems at their own pace. It’s one of our most complete Japan tour packages.Your trip starts in Tokyo with a private airport transfer to your hotel. The next day you’ll visit Asakusa’s Senso-ji Temple, the peaceful Meiji Shrine, trendy Harajuku and Omotesando, the famous Shibuya Crossing and elegant Ginza. If you want more time in the capital, take a look at our Tokyo itinerary. Then an English-speaking guide takes you on a Mount Fuji tour with Hakone. You’ll admire Lake Kawaguchi, ride the Hakone Ropeway and see the volcanic steam of Owakudani Valley.After a free day back in Tokyo, take a highway bus through the Japanese Alps to Takayama, where the Edo-era streets of Sanmachi Suji feel frozen in time. A day trip takes you to Shirakawa-go, the UNESCO-listed village known for its thatched gassho-zukuri farmhouses.In Kyoto, start with an evening walk through Gion. The next day covers the red torii gates of Fushimi Inari, Kiyomizu-dera Temple and the Golden Pavilion, Kinkaku-ji. Then take the Shinkansen to Hiroshima to see Itsukushima Shrine on Miyajima Island and the Atomic Bomb Dome. These are highlights of the classic Japan Golden Route.Your last stop is Osaka. You’ll see Osaka Castle, try local bites at Kuromon Ichiba Market and take in the lights of Dotonbori before your shuttle to Kansai Airport.The package includes 10 nights of hotels, daily breakfast, entry to the listed sights, private transport on private-tour days, a reserved Shinkansen seat and airport transfers. Short on time? Try our Japan one-week itinerary, or browse all Japan tours. Book your journey today.
Day by day
The plan as the operator publishes it. Exact timings are confirmed with your booking.
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Day 1 Welcome to Tokyo
Our team meets you at the airport (Narita or Haneda) and takes you by private transfer to your hotel. Check-in is from 15:00 or 16:00. Rest, or take a light walk around the neighborhood. Airport transfer may be provided by an English-speaking assistant. Overnight: Tokyo -
Day 2 Tokyo: Tradition and Trends
Discover Tokyo’s iconic sights, where traditional culture meets modern city life. Asakusa & Senso-ji Temple: Tokyo’s oldest and most iconic Buddhist temple. Stroll lively Nakamise Shopping Street for traditional shops, Japanese sweets and souvenirs. -
Day 3 Mt. Fuji & Hakone
Check out and meet your private English-speaking guide and vehicle. Drive about 3 hours to the Fuji Five Lakes region. Lake Kawaguchi: One of the best places to admire Mt. Fuji. Hakone Ropeway (one-way fare included): Panoramic mountain views and, weather permitting, Mt. Fuji. -
Day 4 Return to Tokyo & Day at Leisure
Return to Tokyo and enjoy a free day to explore on your own: shop, wander new neighborhoods, or simply relax. Meals: Breakfast Overnight: Tokyo -
Day 5 Journey to Takayama
Take a direct highway bus from Busta Shinjuku to Takayama Nohi Bus Center (approx. 5.5 hours) through the scenery of the Japanese Alps. After arrival, stroll through Sanmachi Suji, the old town, where wooden merchant houses and historic sake breweries line the streets as they did in the Edo period. -
Day 6 Shirakawa-go Day Trip
Travel by Nohi Bus (or Hokutetsu Bus) to the UNESCO World Heritage village of Shirakawa-go (about 32 miles / 52 km, approx. 1 hour each way). There is no train connection. Wander among the gassho-zukuri farmhouses, known for steeply pitched thatched roofs designed to withstand heavy winter snow. -
Day 7 Takayama to Kyoto
In the morning, take a highway bus to Kyoto (approx. 4.5 hours; Nohi Bus, Alpico or Kintetsu Bus). In the afternoon, explore the Gion District, Kyoto’s famous traditional entertainment quarter. Check in to your hotel. Meals: Breakfast Overnight: Kyoto -
Day 8 Traditional Kyoto
Fushimi Inari Shrine: Walk the famous tunnels of vermilion torii gates up to the mountain’s scenic mid-point. Kiyomizu-dera Temple (entrance fee included): A UNESCO World Heritage site with sweeping city views from its wooden stage. -
Day 9 Hiroshima & Miyajima Day Trip
Board the Shinkansen bullet train (reserved seats included) to Hiroshima, about 2 hours. Miyajima Island: Take a short scenic ferry ride to the sacred island. Visit Itsukushima Shrine (entrance included) and its vermilion torii gate that appears to float on the water at high tide. -
Day 10 Osaka: Japan’s Kitchen
Dive into the energy of Osaka. Osaka Castle (exterior visit): Stone walls and deep moats against the modern skyline. Kuromon Ichiba Market: “Osaka’s Kitchen,” where you can sample fresh local street food. Dotonbori: Famous neon signs and lively nightlife. Check in to your Osaka hotel. -
Day 11 Departure, Japan
Enjoy your last hours in Japan as you wish. We’ll arrange your airport shuttle bus tickets from Osaka Station to Kansai International Airport (KIX) for a smooth departure. Airport transfer may be provided by an English-speaking assistant. Meals: Breakfast
What this holiday includes
Everything the price covers, and what to budget for separately.
Included
18- Meet and greet service upon arrival at Narita or Haneda International Airport.
- Private airport transfer from Tokyo International Airport to the hotel, as specified in the itinerary.
- 3 nights’ accommodation in Tokyo based on bed and breakfast.
- 1 night’s accommodation in the Hakone or Kawaguchiko area based on bed and breakfast.
- 2 nights’ accommodation in Takayama based on bed and breakfast.
- 3 nights’ accommodation in Kyoto based on bed and breakfast.
- 1 night’s accommodation in Osaka based on bed and breakfast.
- Private transportation by Alphard or HiAce vehicle for the Mount Fuji and Hakone excursion, as specified in the itinerary.
- English-speaking guide during the Mount Fuji and Hakone excursion.
- One-way highway bus ticket from Tokyo to Takayama.
- Round-trip bus transportation between Takayama and Shirakawa-go.
- Highway bus ticket from Takayama to Kyoto.
- Reserved-seat Shinkansen bullet train tickets for the round-trip journey between Kyoto and Hiroshima.
- Ferry ticket for the excursion to Miyajima Island.
- One-way Hakone Ropeway ride.
- Entrance fees to the sightseeing attractions specified in the itinerary.
- Airport shuttle bus ticket from Osaka Station to Kansai International Airport (KIX) on the departure day.
- All applicable service charges and taxes.
Not included
5- International airfare
- Japan entry visa
- Travel insurance
- Optional tours and activities
- Personal expenses and gratuities
Prices
Per person, by hotel standard and travel season. The operator publishes these rates; we confirm the exact cost for your dates before anything is booked.
Hotels used
Granvia Osaka
4
Mercure Hida Takayama
4
Metropolitan Tokyo Ikebukuro
4
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
4
Regina Kawaguchiko Hotel
4
| Occupancy | The Tour Price:(Valid from September 2026 - till May 2027) |
|---|---|
| Price per Person (Min. 2 People) | USD 7,899 |
| Price per Person (Min. 4 People) | USD 4,999 |
| Price per Person (Min. 6 People) | USD 3,999 |
| Price per Person (Min. 8 People) | USD 3,599 |
| Price per Person (Min. 10 People) | USD 3,299 |
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