Our most extensive tour of Japan includes all the classic sights and key cultural activities. Featuring modern cities, historical sights and beautiful landscapes, Japan Uncovered ensures you get the most out of your trip to this fascinating land.
Days 1-2: Fly to Osaka - Fly overnight to the lively, fast-paced city of Osaka.
Day 3: Discover Nara - Spend the morning in Nara, the small, history-filled city that was Japan’s first capital.
Day 4: Himeji - Depart Osaka for Hiroshima, stopping en route to explore the magnificent 17th Century Himeji Castle and the neighbouring Koko-en, a traditional-style garden.
Day 5: Explore Hiroshima - Hiroshima is a vibrant, forward-thinking city that is a pleasure to explore.
Day 6: Bullet train to Kyoto - Catch a bullet train to Kyoto.
Day 7: Japanese tea ceremony - Enjoy one of Kyoto’s most delightful spots, Kiyomizu, a 17th Century Buddhist temple, before experiencing the age-old rituals of a traditional tea ceremony.
Day 8: Travel to Kanazawa - Depart Kyoto and travel to Kanazawa.
Day 9: Shirakawago - Visit the Nomura Samurai House and Garden before departing Kanazawa.
Day 10: Explore Takayama - Browse the local handicrafts and fresh produce at the Miyagawa morning market, wander past some of the lovely traditional houses and visit several of the excellent local museums.
Day 11: Matsumoto Castle - Depart Takayama and travel to Matsumoto.
Day 12: Snow Monkeys - Travel deeper into the Japanese Alps to see the Japanese Macaques, or Snow Monkeys, at the Jigokudani Monkey Park.
Day 13: Majestic Mount Fuji - Travel to the Fuji Five Lakes area and ascend by road to the 5th station (weather permitting), roughly halfway up Mt Fuji, for fantastic views over the surrounding landscapes.
Day 14: Explore Hakone - Transfer to Hakone and enjoy a cruise on the peaceful waters of Lake Ashi.
Day 15: Discover Tokyo - A dazzling, high-tech metropolis, Tokyo has wonderfully traditional roots.
Day 16: Tokyo - Start the day with a stroll in the vibrant Asakusa district and soak up the ambiance of Senso-ji, Tokyo’s oldest Buddhist temple.
Day 17: Fly Tokoyo to UK - Fly to the UK, arriving home the same or following day.
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