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Japan by Bullet Train: Tokyo, Kyoto & Osaka

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Japan by Bullet Train: Tokyo, Kyoto & Osaka in Japan

Travel through Japan with stays in Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka, linked by the Shinkansen bullet train. This small-group itinerary combines city sightseeing, historic districts and time for independent exploration, with transport and key visits arranged in advance. Begin in Tokyo with a guided introduction to the city. Continue to Hakone and the Mt. Fuji area for mountain scenery, Lake Ashi and a day that contrasts sharply with the pace of the capital. In Kyoto, explore temples and traditional neighbourhoods with guided sightseeing, then move on to Osaka for the final part of the trip, including the city highlights and a Sumo wrestling experience with bento box and drink. Hotels are centrally located and the tour includes airport transfers, breakfast each morning and the main sightseeing listed in the itinerary.

Key details

8 days

7 nights

Route

Japan

Tour type

Small groups

Available departures

Dates available

Duration

8 days

Destinations

Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka

Travel style

Small groups

Highlights

  • Small-group travel
  • Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka in one trip
  • Shinkansen bullet train between cities
  • Guided sightseeing in each city

Itinerary

  1. 1

    Tokyo

    Arrival in Tokyo

    Arrive in Tokyo and transfer to your hotel. The rest of the day is free for settling in or exploring nearby at your own pace.
  2. 2

    Tokyo

    Tokyo city tour

    Join a guided tour of Tokyo that includes busy modern districts and older parts of the city. The route features Shibuya, Meiji Shrine, Asakusa, Senso-ji Temple and Nakamise Street, with views of Shinjuku and Ginza along the way.
    Breakfast
  3. 3

    Tokyo

    Mt. Fuji views and Hakone

    Spend the day in Hakone and the Mt. Fuji area. Travel through mountain scenery, ride the Hakone Ropeway over Owakudani, enjoy a Lake Ashi cruise and stop for lunch included in the programme.
    Breakfast, Lunch

The itinerary is for reference and may vary by selected departure.

What's included

  • 3 nights in Tokyo at a 4-star hotel or similar
  • 2 nights in Kyoto at a 4-star hotel or similar
  • 2 nights in Osaka at a 4-star hotel or similar
  • All sightseeing with an English-speaking guide
  • 7 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 1 bento box, 1 drink and 1 evening snack
  • Sightseeing and entrance fees listed in the itinerary
  • Airport transfers at arrival and departure
  • Shinkansen travel between Tokyo and Kyoto
  • Private or shared transport as listed in the itinerary

What's not included

  • International flights
  • Travel insurance
  • Optional Hiroshima and Miyajima excursion
  • Any meals not listed in the inclusions
  • Personal expenses

Dates & availability

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Upcoming departures

10 dates · 10 options
Wed, Sep 9, 2026to Sep 16, 2026
1 hotel available
Standard package
Hotels as per itineraryDouble/twin room · As per itineraryOn request
$3,399.00
$2,991.00per person
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Sat, Sep 12, 2026to Sep 19, 2026
1 hotel available
Standard package
Hotels as per itineraryDouble/twin room · As per itineraryOn request
$3,399.00
$2,991.00per person
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Sun, Sep 13, 2026to Sep 20, 2026
1 hotel available
Standard package
Hotels as per itineraryDouble/twin room · As per itineraryOn request
$3,499.00
$3,079.00per person
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Important information

Flexibility

Flights, extra nights and private experiences can be added before confirmation.

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