Beyond Mount Fuji: A Japanese Escape

Day by day

The plan as the operator publishes it. Exact timings are confirmed with your booking.

1. Day 1 Arrival in Tokyo

   Welcome to Japan. On arrival at Narita or Haneda Airport, our representative meets you and transfers you by private vehicle to your Tokyo hotel. The rest of the day is yours. Rest after the flight, or take a first walk through the neighbourhood and let the city introduce itself.
2. Day 2 Tokyo: Tradition and Modernity in One Day

   Tokyo holds two cities inside one, and today you see both. Begin in Asakusa at Senso-ji, Tokyo's oldest Buddhist temple, then walk Nakamise Shopping Street — a lane of traditional sweets, handicrafts and souvenir stalls running to the temple gate.
3. Day 3 Tokyo at Leisure, or Sumo and Kamakura

   A full free day to explore Tokyo at your own pace — neighbourhoods, shopping, food, or simply the atmosphere of the city. Three optional experiences are available.
4. Day 4 Mt. Fuji and Hakone: Ropeway, Volcano and Lake

   Leave Tokyo behind for the Fuji–Hakone region and its mountains, volcanic valleys and lakes. Ride the Hakone Ropeway for sweeping views over the range, then reach Owakudani Valley, an active volcanic zone of steaming vents and sulphur air.
5. Day 5 Bullet Train to Kyoto and the Gion District

   This morning, travel to Kyoto by Shinkansen, with reserved seating included — Japan's bullet train, and the fastest way to cross the country. On arrival, step straight into Kyoto's older self in the Gion District: preserved streets, wooden machiya townhouses and centuries-old teahouses.
6. Day 6 Kyoto: Golden Pavilion, Nijo Castle and Nishiki Market

   A full day across Kyoto's landmarks. Begin at Kinkaku-ji, the Golden Pavilion — gold leaf above a still pond, and the most photographed building in the city. Continue to Nijo Castle, the Kyoto residence of the Tokugawa shoguns and one of Japan's clearest surviving statements of samurai-era power.
7. Day 7 Kyoto Free Day: Arashiyama Bamboo Grove or Nara

   A free day in Kyoto, with two guided options for those who want to travel further. Optional — Arashiyama Bamboo Grove and Fushimi Inari Shrine (additional charge · guided, public transport) Walk the Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, then continue to Fushimi Inari Shrine and the thousands of vermilion torii…
8. Day 8 Kyoto Free Day: Osaka, Sake or Taiko Drumming

   Another free day, with three optional experiences. Optional — Osaka Day Trip (additional charge · guided, public transport) Visit Osaka Castle and the neon streets of Dotonbori, Japan's most famous street-food quarter.
9. Day 9 Departure from Kansai International Airport

   A final free morning in Kyoto for last-minute shopping or a quiet walk. Make your way to Kyoto Station, where the airport shuttle bus takes you directly to Kansai International Airport (KIX) for your departure flight. We hope you leave Japan with memories worth returning for. Meals: Breakfast