Japan Winter Wonder

Asia Japan
OVERVIEW
Say kon'nichiwa to the land of sushi, samurai & sake! In a country where the ancient and the modern collide in truly mesmerising style, you’ll make your way from Osaka to Tokyo, taking in temples, teppanyaki, geishas and gardens, plus miniature deer along the way.
EXPERIENCES
Hakone: Prepare to be impressed. An awesome cable car ride is set against dream-like views of Mount Fuji.

Hiroshima: This way to amazing! These are the sites you always see in those impossibly tranquil pictures of Japan. IRL.

Hiroshima: Visit the Peace Park and Peace Memorial Museum to commemorate the lives lost after the atomic bomb was dropped on the city.

Kyoto: Tea houses. Kiyomizu Temple. The Golden Pavilion. Geishas. It’s all so surreal. You’ll feel like you’ve wandered into a film set.

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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22/11/2025 01/12/2025 £2,345 Book
26/11/2025 05/12/2025 £2,345 Book
29/11/2025 08/12/2025 £2,462 Book
03/12/2025 12/12/2025 £2,111 Book
06/12/2025 15/12/2025 £2,228 Book
10/12/2025 19/12/2025 £2,345 Book
20/12/2025 29/12/2025 £2,345 Book
24/12/2025 02/01/2026 £2,111 Book
27/12/2025 05/01/2026 £2,462 Book
31/12/2025 09/01/2026 £2,435 Book
03/01/2026 12/01/2026 £2,192 Book
07/01/2026 16/01/2026 £2,435 Book
14/01/2026 23/01/2026 £2,192 Book
21/01/2026 30/01/2026 £2,084 Book
28/01/2026 06/02/2026 £2,084 Book
04/02/2026 13/02/2026 £2,111 Book
14/02/2026 23/02/2026 £2,111 Book
21/02/2026 02/03/2026 £2,192 Book
25/02/2026 06/03/2026 £2,192 Book
04/03/2026 13/03/2026 £2,192 Book
07/03/2026 16/03/2026 £2,084 Book
14/03/2026 23/03/2026 £2,084 Book
18/03/2026 27/03/2026 £2,084 Book
ACCOMMODATION
DAY 1: Ibis Budget Osaka Umeda (or similar) - Meals:
DAY 2: Ibis Budget Osaka Umeda (or similar) - Meals: Breakfast
DAY 3: Ibis Styles Kyoto Station (or similar) - Meals: Breakfast
DAY 4: Ibis Styles Kyoto Station (or similar) - Meals: Breakfast
DAY 5: Hotel Vista Hiroshima (or similar) - Meals: Breakfast
DAY 6: Hotel Vista Hiroshima (or similar) - Meals: Breakfast
DAY 7: Daiichi Ryogoku Hotel (or similar) - Meals: Breakfast
DAY 8: Daiichi Ryogoku Hotel (or similar) - Meals: Breakfast
DAY 9: Daiichi Ryogoku Hotel (or similar) - Meals: Breakfast
ITINERARY

Kon'nichiwa friends, and welcome to the land of the rising sun. Famed for its beauty, culture, cuisine and just a touch of crazy, this is one trip you won't be forgetting any time soon. Get settled into your hotel before joining forces with your Trip Manager & travel crew & head out to explore the local area.

Osaka is all yours today! Head to Osaka Castle or Sumiyoshi-taisa for a dose of history, or to Nara to meet the cutest deers ever! This evening, you have the option to gobble down a delicious meal at an Izakaya - traditional little restaurants with rice beer, sake & locals finishing up their days. Still not done for the day? We sense some traditional Japanese PATI (that's Japanese for partying) and karaoke may be on the cards....

Tuck in to your tasty breakfast this morning, you're going to need the food fuel for a full day in Kyoto. Arriving into Kyoto, we'll kick things off with a guided tour of this beautiful, traditional city. Take in the sights of the city including temples, gardens, colourful shrines & world famous geisha girls. This evening is free for you to get to know Kyoto your way, most likely trying out local cuisine in the Shirakawa area & getting to grips with the buzzy Kyoto nightlife.

Didn't feel like you had enough time yesterday to really get under the skin of this utterly unique city? We've got good news for you - today is completely free for Kyoto adventuring. Ask your Trip Manager for the essentials on what to eat and where to go, then our best advice? Go get yourself a little lost, it's undeniably the best way to get to know a new city.

Ready for a totally new experience? This morning it's all aboard the bullet train, travelling at a cool 320km/hr as we make our way to Hiroshima. A city remembered as the world's first atomic bomb target during WWII, we'll learn about both the past and present on a sightseeing tour. The rest of the day will then be free to get to know Hiroshima however suits you best - food, shopping, history, it's all here at your fingertips.

We'll start the day with a ferry ride over to Miyajima Island where beautiful scenery and miniature deer await us. If you're impressed by the traditional Japanese gates at the entrance, just wait until you've seen the main event - the stunning Itsukushima Shrine. Culture goals ticked, we'll make our way back to Hiroshima to dig a little deeper into the city's noble history.

Tokyo you're firmly in our sights but on route, we'll make a stop in the peaceful mountain town of Hakone. Breathtaking views of some of Japan's most famous sights are courtesy of the Hakone Ropeway. If the weather plays nice...you might spot the magnificent Mount Fuji. Welcome to the bright lights & big city vibes of Tokyo, our home for the next 3 nights. You'll have the night to use as you wish. How about heading to Shinjuku, the epicentre of Tokyo's gritty but super fun night scene.

We'll dive right into this 24 hour city with a sightseeing tour of the best bits. We'll take a walk down Nakamise Street (one of the oldest shopping streets in Japan that dates back to the 1500's) to pick up treasures for family and friends back home, brave the busiest street crossing in the world (Shibuya), then round things off at the epicentre of youth culture & fashion, Harajuku. This part of town buzzes with cool vibes & crazy fashion, and we reckon you'll instantly fall in lust.

Today's our last day in Tokyo, and our last day on tour, so let's make it one to remember. With a free day to explore Japan your way, we have a sneaking suspicion Harajuku may be calling you back - it kind of has that affect on people. Or even better, a chance to visit a unique remote-operated robot restaurant. You gotta see it to believe it!

And just like that, it's all over. Japan crew, it's been a hell of a 10 days, and we have a sneaking suspicion this isn't a forever goodbye…
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