Japan in a Week

Asia Japan
OVERVIEW
Kon'nichiwa Japan! We may only have a week, but what a week it is. Starting in the orchestra of light, sound and history that is Tokyo, we'll get locally guided tours of temples and palaces before whizzing to Kyoto via a bullet train. Here, we'll walk through zen gardens, explore mystical temples and spot Geishas before taking the short trip to Osaka, where we'll have plenty of time to nip to Universal Studios or simply eat our way around the local street food stalls. Filled with a dazzling fusion of modern spectacle and ancient charm, this trip is the best way to see Japan in a week.
EXPERIENCES
Kyoto: Tea houses. The Golden Pavilion. Geishas. It’s all so surreal. You’ll feel like you’ve wandered into a film set.

Kyoto: Walk through the endless path of orange torii gates, kindly ask Inari for good luck and then you might want to sample a fortune cookie.

Tokyo: Check out the Sensoji Temple, one of the most significant temples in Japan, decked with a 5-storey pagoda. Don't forget to snap a pic under the giant red lantern!

Tokyo: Get a piece of Japan to take back home from one of the many little stalls here on Nakamise Street, just a short walk from the Sensoji Temple.

Tokyo: Get ready for a riot of colour and vibrant fashion. This was (and still is) a home for Japanese fashion. Grab a vintage bag, a pair of sneakers or a kawaii outfit. And don't get us started on the food! You'll find rainbow cotton candy, candy covered strawberries or a rainbow cheese sandwich.

Tokyo: It's only the biggest pedestrian intersection in the world! Come watch the world go by (and grab an iconic picture) on the crossing.

Tokyo: Visit this Shinto shrine in Shibuya, dedicated to the deified spirits of Emperor Meiji and his consort, Empress Shōken. You'll have the chance to wander through a tranquil forest, passing under the world-famous Tori Gate. And ofc, stop for a picture in front of the many colourful Sake barrels, and make a wish at the sacred Camphor tree.
DEPARTURE DATES AND PRICES
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12/07/2025 19/07/2025 £1,769 Book
26/07/2025 02/08/2025 £1,811 Book
09/08/2025 16/08/2025 £1,811 Book
23/08/2025 30/08/2025 £1,811 Book
06/09/2025 13/09/2025 £1,496 Book
13/09/2025 20/09/2025 £1,769 Book
20/09/2025 27/09/2025 £1,654 Book
27/09/2025 04/10/2025 £1,769 Book
04/10/2025 11/10/2025 £1,854 Book
11/10/2025 18/10/2025 £1,811 Book
18/10/2025 25/10/2025 £1,769 Book
07/03/2026 14/03/2026 £1,695 Book
21/03/2026 28/03/2026 £1,785 Book
25/03/2026 01/04/2026 £1,785 Book
28/03/2026 04/04/2026 £1,785 Book
01/04/2026 08/04/2026 £1,874 Book
04/04/2026 11/04/2026 £1,785 Book
08/04/2026 15/04/2026 £1,874 Book
15/04/2026 22/04/2026 £1,607 Book
18/04/2026 25/04/2026 £1,607 Book
22/04/2026 29/04/2026 £1,607 Book
02/05/2026 09/05/2026 £1,607 Book
09/05/2026 16/05/2026 £1,526 Book
16/05/2026 23/05/2026 £1,526 Book
23/05/2026 30/05/2026 £1,526 Book
06/06/2026 13/06/2026 £1,445 Book
20/06/2026 27/06/2026 £1,445 Book
04/07/2026 11/07/2026 £1,445 Book
11/07/2026 18/07/2026 £1,445 Book
08/08/2026 15/08/2026 £1,607 Book
22/08/2026 29/08/2026 £1,445 Book
05/09/2026 12/09/2026 £1,526 Book
19/09/2026 26/09/2026 £1,526 Book
26/09/2026 03/10/2026 £1,526 Book
10/10/2026 17/10/2026 £1,526 Book
17/10/2026 24/10/2026 £1,526 Book
24/10/2026 31/10/2026 £1,526 Book
ACCOMMODATION
DAY 1: Daiichi Ryogoku Hotel (or similar) - Meals:
DAY 2: Daiichi Ryogoku Hotel (or similar) - Meals:
DAY 3: Daiichi Ryogoku Hotel (or similar) - Meals:
DAY 4: Ibis Styles Kyoto Station (or similar) - Meals: Breakfast
DAY 5: Ibis Styles Kyoto Station (or similar) - Meals:
DAY 6: Ibis Styles Kyoto Station (or similar) - Meals:
DAY 7: Ibis Budget Osaka Umeda (or similar) - Meals: Breakfast
ITINERARY

Kon'nichiwa Tokyo! Welcome to this dazzling orchestra of light, sound and intersecting subway lines. This is the city where the future fuses with the past in the most fascinating way possible, and we'll have a free evening to bond, explore and soak it all in.

Today we'll get ready to uncover Tokyo, starting with the ancient Buddhist temple of Asakusa Senso-ji & the famous Meiji Jingu shrine. You'll have the chance to discover the wild fashion of Harajuku & the shopping district of Nakamise Street, or take to the streets of Shibuya for an attempt to cross the busiest pedestrian crossing in the world. Love a bit of sport? Then a baseball game at the Tokyo Dome might just tickle your fancy too!Please Note: The Baseball Game Optional Experience must be pre-booked before your trip via the reservations team as availability can't be guaranteed once on the trip. This will be offered on select departures due to game schedule.

Today is yours to do Tokyo your way. Anime fan? Check out Akihabara, the ultimate anime & gaming district.  Looking for something uniquely Japanese? Go on a date with a giant plush toy at the Moomin cafe, head to a cafe where you're served by robots, eat a kawaii lunch (like a curry shaped like a pink teddy bear), visit Ueno Park for the museums and monuments, or even check out a cosplay cafe. It's our last evening in Tokyo, so it's also the perfect time to check out some of the traditional bars at the Izakaya Alleys for a sip of sake.

Today it's time to take that famous example of Japanese efficiency, the aptly named bullet train. Our train will whizz us past the iconic Mount Fuji, of which we'll hopefully grab a glimpse, before heading for the zen gardens, teahouses of Kyoto and Fushimi Inari Shrine. We'll waste no time with a sightseeing tour, exploring this glorious showcase of ancient Japan.

Today is yours to walk the sublime gardens, explore mystical temples and marvel at the architecture of this unforgettable city. We recommend taking the opportunity for a half-day trip to Nara, where you'll find the towering 8th century Great Buddha, as well as numerous examples of beautiful shrines and temples, alongside the roaming, slightly cheeky deer.

There is still so much to see in Kyoto. Don a kimono and check out the bamboo forest, take some photos at the iconic Yasaka Pagoda or spot Geishas in the Gion district. Don't forget to sign up for the optional traditional tea ceremony and enjoy a cup of matcha tea.

It's just a short trip to Osaka this morning... And we have the whole day to explore. There's plenty of time to fit in Universal Studios, Osaka castle or simply wander down Dontonburi tasting all of the delicious street food. Opt for the Izakaya dinner tonight for one last family meal before our sad goodbyes tomorrow.

Our trip ends after breakfast in Osaka today. We'll say farewell to Japan & our new friends, but the memories we made here will stick with us forever.
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