Japan: Castles & Cuisine

6 Days
From $1,349
Best Rate
Guarantee
Trip Type
Small Group
Activity Level
Light

Rating


(20 reviews)

Experience Overview

Now's the time to explore Japan on your terms with this tour that's affordable for young travellers. Transport yourself to somewhere truly otherworldly on this quick, affordable six-day tour through some of Japan's most dynamic and diverse cities. Immerse yourself in the serenely traditional culture of Kyoto before learning about Hiroshima’s fascinating, and fraught, history. Wrap up your adventure in Osaka, a city over-flowing with delicious cuisine and stellar nightlife. Your time in Japan might be short, but we make sure not a single minute will be wasted.

Highlights

  • Explore the historic city of Hiroshima
  • Visit mystical Miyajima Island
  • Eat your way around the culinary capital of Osaka
  • And enjoy a first night out and big night out with your fellow travellers/new friends.

Trip Details

Product CodeProduct Code: 1535

Tour TypeTour Type: Small Group

AccommodationAccommodation: Basic

TransportTransport: Local train, bullet train, ferry, walking.

Guide LanguageGuide Language: English

Supplier CodeSupplier Code: AJKO

StartStarts: Kyoto, Japan

FinishFinishes: Osaka, Japan

DurationDuration: 6 days

DeparturesDepartures: Guaranteed

Physical RatingPhysical rating: Light

Includes

Activities

  • Your First Night Out Moment: Connect With New Friends Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group Your Big Night Out Moment: - Osaka: Nightlife, Osaka
  • Miyajima Island visit
  • Free time in Kyoto, Hiroshima, and Osaka
  • All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Accommodation

  • Hostels (5 nts, multi-share & shared facilities).
  • No meals included

Transport

  • Local train, bullet train, ferry, walking.

Group Leader

  • CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout.

Price

Price per person: (Double Occupancy) $1,349 ($225 /day)

Itinerary

1

Day 1: Kyoto

Arrive at any time and welcome to Japan's imperial city and spiritual heart.

For your first night out, immerse yourself in the evening serenity of Kyoto with your fellow travellers and CEO.
We highly recommend booking pre-accommodation to fully experience this metropolis.

2

Day 2: Kyoto/Hiroshima

Board a bullet train and travel to Hiroshima, known for its tragic history, powerful survival, and so much more. Opt to visit the Peace Park and Museum, Shukkei-en traditional Japanese garden, or Hiroshima Castle.

3

Day 3: Hiroshima

Take a ferry to the sacred island of Miyajima to see the famous floating torii gate and meet the friendly local deer. Opt to go for an easy hike around Mt Misen, and be sure to sample some oysters – a regional specialty.

4

Day 4: Hiroshima/Osaka

Catch a train to Osaka, one of Japan's culinary capitals with lots of neon lights and an outstanding nightlife. With free time, spend the afternoon exploring this diverse city with heaps to offer, including Osaka Castle Park, Shinsaibashi shopping street, and the Dotombori Bridge. Be sure to try takoyaki, the city's famous octopus snack, or share a group meal of kushikatsu.

5

Day 5: Osaka

Get to know this captivating city with a day to freely explore. Check out the ramen museum or browse Umeda's many shops. Get ready to experience Osaka's buzzing nightlife on a final night out with your new friends. Grab a drink on our tab and reminisce the night away!

6

Day 6: Osaka

Today is departure day, but do not fret! There is no such thing as goodbye, only until next time. Share some last laughs and exchange social medias with your fellow travellers before departing at any time.
We highly recommend booking post-accommodation to fully experience this vibrant city.

Tour Operator

G Adventures

G Adventures is an operator of small-group escorted tours. It is based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada with 28 offices worldwide. It offers more than 700 itineraries in more than 100 countries, and carries 200,000 travelers from 160 countries each year.

In Business Since 1990

Reviews

 

Adrienne C.   -  Traveled, November 2023

The trip was a good balance of structured and free time. It is a good sized smaller group. The only reason I took off a point is because it can be difficult for introverts to not have any alone time through the whole trip.

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 12/26/2023

 

Rahul M.   -  Traveled, November 2023

Very well run tour. Tour guide went above and beyond to help and provide with the experience.

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 12/19/2023

 

Katrine Juul J.   -  Traveled, October 2023

This is the best guided experience I have had

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 11/28/2023

 

Magnus Fr¿lund L.   -  Traveled, October 2023

Our guide, Ayako, was a wonderful person!

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 11/28/2023

 

Rebecca T.   -  Traveled, October 2023

Good locations and reputation. But overall expensive for what we got.

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 11/21/2023

 

James G.   -  Traveled, October 2023

it's a great way to travel in a more relaxed and sociable way

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 11/21/2023

 

Crystal H.   -  Traveled, October 2023

Having a local guide is amazing and well worth it.

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 11/14/2023

 

Rachael M.   -  Traveled, September 2023

It was enjoyable

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 10/10/2023

 

Nadja W.   -  Traveled, August 2023

Tour Route, Local Tour Guide, International Group

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 09/26/2023

 

Jade M.   -  Traveled, July 2023

Well this type of travel is really only for some who is nervous or anxious about traveling. I felt I paid so much money on the tour and not sure really what for. We always had free time it was just really to get from one place to another.

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 08/01/2023

 

Kathryn G.   -  Traveled, June 2023

Nicely planned and structured, great tour guide. Expensive for it to not include any meals or most activities, though

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 07/25/2023

 

Spencer P.   -  Traveled, June 2023

Ayako was an amazing CEO. She is what made this trip amazing and unforgettable. Thank you for everything!

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 07/18/2023

 

Emma H.   -  Traveled, May 2023

It was generally good all around

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 06/06/2023

 

Athena R.   -  Traveled, April 2024

The tours are fun and well organized and are definitely helpful in countries where language barriers and transportation are an issue.

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 05/23/2024

 

Tristian M.   -  Traveled, March 2024

It was fun overall and really had no complaints. My score would be higher but I found it hard to connect with a group that had already been together for multiple days. Joining another group mid way through kinda makes you feel left out especially when they share their experiences or photos at the end of the trip.

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 04/04/2024

 

James B.   -  Traveled, December 2023

The tour was much more engaging than I had expected. Our guide was exceptional and did an excellent job covering some hard topics

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 01/17/2024

 

Zachary O.   -  Traveled, December 2023

I think this type of travel is great if you want the guided and group component, but I would be hesitant to recommend it to travelers who prefer more of their own time. If you get a group of people who you don't enjoy then it would be an unenjoyable trip

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 01/17/2023

 

Breanna W.   -  Traveled, December 2023

The overall tour was really good. There was just some places I would have preferred to have more time at so that I could gain the whole experience.

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 01/21/2024

 

Hayley G.   -  Traveled, December 2023

Everything that I expected to be included occurred + more as CEO Toshio went above and beyond to orient us to new locations. Was worried about the multi share because I usually do not sleep well in hostels, but G Adventures selected good accommodations and there was enough privacy in hostels that had bunk beds. I was able to sleep well. Optional group dinners were excellent.

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 01/07/2024

 

Timothy S.  -  Traveled, November 2023

The knowledge and guidance of the CEOs I've had has been brilliant, during the tour and tips for onward travel.

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 12/17/2023

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