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Picturesque Solo Japan Tour

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• Introduction
• Day 1 TOKYO ARRIVAL (-/-/D)
• Day 2 TOKYO (B/L/-)
• Day 3 TOKYO — MOUNT FUJI — KAWAGUCHIKO (B/-/D)
• Day 4 KAWAGUCHIKO — IYASHI NO SATO NENBA — TOYOTA — KYOTO (B/-/-)
• Day 5 KYOTO (B/-/-)
• Day 6 KYOTO - USA/CANADA (B-/-/-)

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• Tour Operator Indus Travels 4.5
• Moe · 21st January 2024 A really well organised trip with very good guides in Japan. From the outset the communication from Indus was... Show more
• Laura · 29th April 2024 This was my third international trip with Indus. I love this travel company! Every day in Vietnam and Cambodia was... Show more
• Diane · 11th January 2024 We had an amazing and memorable two person trip through India and Nepal. We had an excellent guide and driver in... Show more

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• August 2024
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• Currency ¥ Yen Japan

As a traveller from England, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa you will need an adaptor for types A, B.

• These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
• Hepatitis A - Recommended for Japan. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
• Hepatitis B - Recommended for Japan. Ideally 2 months before travel.
• Japanese B encephalitis - Recommended for Japan. Ideally 1 month before travel.
• Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
• Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
• For any tour departing before 24th September 2024 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after 24th September 2024, a minimum payment of 50% is required to confirm your booking with Indus Travels. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 90 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
• Some departure dates and prices may vary and Indus Travels will contact you with any discrepancies before your booking is confirmed.
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• Explore Senso-ji, one of Japan’s oldest and most sacred temples
• See the modern skyscrapers, including the Tokyo Tower in Tokyo’s downtown
• Learn about the unique history of Kyoto, Japan’s cultural and spiritual capital
• Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Nijo-jo Castle and Kinkakuji Temple (Golden Pavilion)
• Explore the grounds of the Kyoto Imperial Palace

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• 06 Nights’ accommodation at listed hotel or similar
• Daily breakfast
• Arrival and departure transfers on SIC basis via airport busses
• Half-day guided Tokyo city tour
• Half-day guided Kyoto city tour
• Shinakansen (bullet train) tickets from Tokyo - Kyoto
• Transportation and sightseeing as per itinerary
• Services of English speaking guide during the sightseeing tour

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Today make your own way to the airport to depart on your overnight flight to Japan. Enjoy in-flight meals and services. Overnight onboard

Enjoy your day at leisure, or book one of the many optional tours available. Overnight in Tokyo

Enjoy your day at leisure, or book one of the many optional tours available. Overnight in Kyoto

Today you will be met by our representative at your hotel and assisted to an airport bus for your transfer back to the Kansai airport for your flight home.  

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Indus Travels specializes in small group tours and independent vacations to over 50 worldwide destinations, featuring unbeatable prices with unparalleled comfort. Our tour packages are custom-crafted to deliver unique experiences, and we consistently offer exceptional value to our guests. Our expert Travel Planners take care of all the details of your itinerary, so all you need to do is relax and enjoy your vacation. Indus Travels has been awarded Best Tour Operator to India five times, and was also been named the Top Tour operator at South African Tourism's Ubuntu Awards in 2015.

Navigating world destinations is often complex and requires careful and detailed planning. What sets Indus Travels apart are our professional Travel Planners who design each tour in collaboration with our extensive network of supplier partners in local destinations. Our own offices and teams in local destinations coordinate all our tours. Indus Travels is all about delivering value - our travel services are booked in the most cost effective way, ensuring you get the best value for your money. We negotiate the best price, and we pass this savings on to you. We strive to offer exceptionally good value, while never cutting corners or sacrificing quality.

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Japan Explorer

• Best price guaranteed
• No booking fees
• City sightseeing
• Cultural, religious and historic sites
• Customizable
• duration 11 days
• tour type Group Request as private
• age requirement 8-95 yrs
• max group size 35
• guiding method Fully guided
• Tour Code BM-39159

• Starts Tokyo, Japan
• Ends Kansai, Japan
• Explore ancient architecture and modern landmarks in Tokyo.
• See the majestic Mt. Fuji from many vantage points
• Enjoy cable car ride at Mt Shosha, upto Engyoji Temple, where the film “the last Samurai” was shot
• Discover the marvelous Shinto Shrine of Fushimi Inari in Kyoto
• Have a life changing experience of staying at Buddhist Monastery of Mt Koya.
• Participate in prayer at the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, home to the Atomic Bomb museum
• Visit various UNESCO World Heritage Sites such as Kinkakuji, Tenryuji and Todaiji Temples
• Day 1: Tokyo Arrival
• Day 2: Tokyo
• Day 3: Tokyo - Kyoto
• Day 4: Kyoto - Nara - Osaka
• Day 5: Osaka - Engyoji - Himeji - Okayama
• Day 6: Okayama - Kurashiki- Itsukushima -hiroshima (b-/-/d)
• Day 7: Hiroshima - Matsuyama
• Day 8: Matsuyama - Kotohira -takamatsu-naruto-kobe
• Day 9: Kobe -osaka - Mt Koya
• Day 10: Mt. Koya - Kyoto (b-/-/-)
• Day 11: Kyoto - (b-/-/-)
• 10 Nights’ accommodation on a twin sharing basis at listed superior hotels or similar
• Daily buffet breakfast
• 05 Special Lunches at local restaurants
• 03 Special Dinners at local restaurants
• All Arrival airport transfer
• All Transportation in AC modern vehicles
• Complimentary transfers (one way) to Shinjuku in Tokyo, Traditional quarter of Gion in Kyoto, Dotonbori in Osaka.
• Ferry return tickets from Hiroshima to Miyajima and Hiroshima to Matsuayama
• Services of English-speaking guide during the tours
• All sightseeing as per the detailed itinerary
• Funicular ride at Mount Shosha to Engyo Ji, Matsuayama Castle in Matsuyama.
• High Speed train from Tokyo – Kyoto.
• All locally applicable taxes
• All entrance fees as per the detailed itinerary
• Items of a personal nature, tips and gratuities
• Visa fees, if applicable
• Items not mentioned as being included
• Personal Itinerary can be tweaked and customized.
• Protected Travel within your own bubble.
• Professional Access our Travel Specialists' insider knowledge.
• Privacy Enjoy a tour focused solely on you or your travel group.
• Earn USD 147+ in travel credits.
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• No credit card or booking fees.
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No additional cancellation fees apply for this Japan Explorer tour. You can cancel the tour up to 78 days prior departure and avoid paying the full amount, but your deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within 77 days of departure.

For any tour departures within 11 September 2024, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 11 September 2024, a deposit of 30% is required to confirm this tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 77 days before trip departure.

Japan Explorer tour requires that you have adequate and valid travel insurance covering medical and personal accidents, including repatriation costs and emergency evacuation. World Nomads offers travel insurance for independent travelers and intrepid families.

For this Japan Explorer tour getting the required visa(s) is the responsibility for each individual traveller, as visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. We recommend to check with your local embassies representing the countries that you are traveling to, as part of this itinerary.

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Date of experience : April 09, 2024

Unforgettable Ireland with Indus was…

Unforgettable Ireland with Indus was perfect small group tour of 20 people covering Dublin, Belfast, Derry, Donegal, Galway, Killarney, Kilkenny and lots in between. The tour was very well paced with plenty of activities balanced with free time. Hotels, food, scenery, culture, history, fun, all amazing. Brilliant tour guide Kevin with loads of local knowledge.

Date of experience : November 29, 2023

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Truly breathtaking sightseeing on Best of Peru, Argentina & Brazil tour! We visited all 3 countries - Peru, Argentina and Brazil. The planning and logistics involved to get us to the next destination must have been phenomenal. All went smoothly. We have done many trips in the past and we were extremely impressed with Indus and their local agents. Would travel again with Indus, in fact, look forward to doing so again soon. The countries we visited were very interesting and quite different from each other which made it more fascinating to see them. A special thank you to Rachel at Indus for providing us great service and assistance.

Date of experience : December 04, 2023

We do not normally travel with guided…

We do not normally travel with guided tours but myself and my wife decided to try it for this Africa trip due to lack of planning time. This was such a good experience! Monica with Indus was very helpful in guiding us through our booking process and helping us prepare for the trip. Our tour manager Tony was very knowledgeable and really cared about everybody on the tour having a great experience in his country. Our tour group only had 14 people in it, and we were all a little family by the end of our 2 weeks together. The hotels were very nice, the food was good, and the wildlife was phenomenal. I would definitely recommend Indus Travels to anyone considering it!

We do not normally travel with guided tours but myself and my wife decided to try it for this trip due to lack of planning time. This was such a good experience! Monica with Indus was very helpful in guiding us through our booking process and helping us prepare for the trip. Our tour manager Tony was very knowledgeable and really cared about everybody on the tour having a great experience in his country. Our tour group only had 14 people in it, and we were all a little family by the end of our 2 weeks together. The hotels were very nice, the food was good, and the wildlife was phenomenal. I would definitely recommend Indus Travels to anyone considering it!

Date of experience : December 09, 2023

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Taste of Portugal tour was just the right amount of time, with adequate time to do your own thing plus interesting and well planned activities. The number of the participants was also really good - about 15 of us so we got to know most people over the 7 days. One thing I was disappointed with was that even though the tour says it was for 8 days it really in essence was only 7, as day 1 was nothing, just checking in to the hotel for the evening. So I think it is a bit misleading to call it a 8 day tour. The hotels were all of a very good standard and in good locations.

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We booked an Ecuador with Galapagos tour with Indus. From the beginning to the end, it was exceptional. The support we received from Indus made everything smooth, even when we had two flights canceled (not due to Indus) and had to make changes. We have used Indus for multiple trips and we highly sing their praises.

Date of experience : November 15, 2023

Indus is a company you want to avoid

Indus is a company you want to avoid. They are not honest at all. When a company will not share information, you must wonder why. They are a travel agency not the company that provides the tour. They will not even tell you the name of the company you will be travelling with. The only reason they have a BBB rating is because BBB only rates according to the time the company takes to respond to a complaint. the issues are never resolved to the clients satisfaction. Be smart and learn from others misfortune.

Date of experience : September 15, 2023

Indus Mystical Egypt Tour was excellent…

Indus Mystical Egypt Tour was excellent with the exception of having to be on a flight to Aswan after arriving in Cairo requiring we all get up at 2:30 a.m. creating a major sleep deficit right off the bat. We had few people become ill with diarrhea and being dehydrated and I wonder if lack of sleep might have contributed to this condition. Luckily me and my partner were fine. To repeat Tour Guide Mohamed was terrific! Don't know how Indus provide such a value for money trip for so little money. Great value! Highly recommended.

Date of experience : January 27, 2022

This company should not be in business

This company should not be in business, unfortunately, they will continue their bad practices as long as people can be duped. I and a friend unfortunately booked with them ( I trusted my friend). I should have looked for reviews on this company before booking. It was supposed to be a London & Scotland tour including a visit to Stonehenge & Bath. Stonehenge & Bath never happened. The tour guides explanation was simply “no we’re not going to do that”. The tour guide was lazy, she had no knowledge of the places we did visit by a non-luxury coach bus with dirty windows. There was soooooo many things wrong with this trip it would take to long to write. I hope people start reading these reviews to save themselves a headache and lost money.

Date of experience : June 29, 2023

It's with great sadness ,I will never go back

Well it is with great sadness I leave this review , I have gone to indus 20 years plus , my son has as well. I even recommended this place to friends . No more went today ordered a chicken curry ,I got a burger as well. The curry smelt like poo or horse manure, terrible . My son said dad is this normal. He was so disappointed .he's a local lad grew up there ordered many times before. With regret the family running it now have let the standards drop badly . Seems the old man was the back bone of this business . Would not bother ordering from indus, highly disappointing. There is no way you can cook a dish in 2 minutes . Old chicken being used from previous days . Food poisoning alert.

Date of experience : March 22, 2023

A shameful company

DO NOT USE Travel Indus for traveling. It is a deceptive company. I live in Sarasota, Florida and was supposed to fly to Europe the same day that Category 4 hurricane Ian hit us. Indus Travel said it was fine for us to travel. The hurricane was catastrophic; many lost their homes due to the winds and flooding and we lost water, power and Wi-Fi for over a week in addition to minor damage. We were required to evacuate and sheltered with all roads closed during the hurricane. Even our main Florida highway was flooded. I asked Travel Indus to postpone our trip. They refused. They could care less about us losing our lives and completely ignored our multiple requests to postpone the trip. I contacted them 12 times in 1 week and received no help. This company is disgraceful and shouldn’t be doing travel business.

Date of experience : September 29, 2022

Reply from Indus Travels

We really appreciate how frustrating this must all have been for you and we certainly empathise with your situation and that of all Floridians affected by the recent hurricane. You contacted us numerous times in the lead up to your trip and we explained each time that Miami International Airport was not closed and that the flight booked on was still scheduled to operate; that this could change at a moments notice and should that happen we could then review what options the airline would provide as alternative travel plans. This occurred with a few of the airports in Florida but not with Miami International; which stayed open. We suggested that if you had travel insurance (it was not purchased through us), that you should contact them immediately to open a claim. We did not tell you to travel; we simply advised that all services were scheduled to depart as originally booked. We understand that your circumstances warranted that you should stay put and not travel, however as per our terms and conditions the tour would be considered non refundable/non transferrable. We have clients with medical emergencies or other urgent reasons that must also cancel last minute and as much as we empathise with their situations too, we must follow our terms & conditions for all our clients regardless of how we may feel personally. The main reason that we get our valued clients like yourself to agree to the terms and conditions at the time of booking is because we also agree to stringent terms with our tour and airline partners. This is why we offer travel insurance at the time of booking. Travel Insurance is meant to cover one for the what ifs, the unknowns that can happen prior to or during travel.

Indus lied about the airline

Indus lied about the airline, not a direct flight, not Emirates. Indus booked us into fleabag hotels. The nile cruise food was pigslop. Never use them. They do not care about your travel experience.

Date of experience : February 20, 2023

BUYER BEWARE!!

BUYER BEWARE!!! This company has a policy that if THEY cancel your trip…THEY get to keep your money and you get a credit the company. They cancelled my first trip..found out the hard way about their policy. Booked a trip…then had left over money so booked another…which they cancelled…again. Surprisingly…this time they offered a refund, but only gave me back the money I had put down…not what was left of “my credit”. So now I am forced to do business with a company I no longer wish to, that picks and chooses when to follow their own policy!! There are plenty of other travel agencies with similar tours…don’t give these guys your hard earned money for them to keep.

Date of experience : April 23, 2023

If I could give them a lower score I…

If I could give them a lower score I would! I booked a trip to Morocco in October 2021. I bought travel insurance for the trip. Because of the Covid rate in Morocco the trip was canceled. They told me it was not possible to refund my money, I could book another trip. How can you plan another trip without knowing what’s going to happen with the Covid rate, New Covid variances, on and on and on.

Date of experience : December 23, 2021

They are SCAMMERS

They are SCAMMERS! We booked a trip in March 2022 for April 2023. Last week we got an email saying they can no longer offer those dates but we can pay more to go on a different dates. I asked for a refund but they are refusing a refund and only want to give us a credit to use with them. They have held onto our money for a year just to cancel the trip and refuse a refund.

Date of experience : February 14, 2023

BOOK ELSEWHERE

THE GUIDE DIDNT GIVE AN ENGLISH TOUR!!! Please Beware if traveling in Greece or other European Countries. I booked an English speaking tour in Greece, the tour ended up being a bus ride across the country in Spanish. I brought this to the attention of Indus the very first day of the tour! Indus utilizes EUROPMUNDO who is clearly a scam company. First and foremost, our tour itinerary included numerous unnecessary stops at small villages ill-equipped to cater to the needs of a large group like ours. This resulted in excessive travel time and a lack of suitable facilities, including toilets and restaurants capable of accommodating our group's size. The selection of hotels and the quality of food provided were subpar, leading us to feel deceived and unsatisfied with the overall value of the tour. This was exacerbated by the absence of a meet-and-greet or clear information on where to assemble on the first day. Regrettably, these circumstances led to the unfortunate consequence of spending a significant portion of our vacation on the bus, with our arrival at cities often coinciding with the closure of attractions.

Date of experience : September 08, 2023

Hello Heather, We are sorry to hear that you are not enjoying your trip. Please note that you booked a multilingual coach tour and it is clearly identified on our website at multiple places. The detailed itinerary is also published and the tour operator follows what is published. Again we are sorry if you feel that this is not something you were looking forward to. We have passed on your feedback to the ground operator as well.

Are They Still in Business…

I had a tour book to Portugal which was cancelled. Have been trying to get my money refunded. Email contact has stopped and you can't call them on the telephone. You have to leave a name and number which I did. I have started proceedings with my credit card company to get the refund. Are they still in business?

Date of experience : April 13, 2020

I had the misfortune of traveling with…

I had the misfortune of traveling with them to Thailand several years ago. The hotels were third rate and there was 2 stops each way on the flight. My friend who organized a trip to Egypt and Dubai swore that Indus changed their ways and the flight would be direct. Guess what? Each leg has a stop and a 3 and 5 hour delay! Of course they booked the flights a couple of months ago and just informed us a couple of weeks before the trip. The hotel in Cairo was also released and it cost $70 a night! A beautiful hotel would cost $200! It looked like a fleebag! Of course the people who organized the trip looked like deer caught in a headlight. I actually spoke to the crooks there and they said go ahead and sue us. There is nothing you can do. Please look somewhere else

Date of experience : February 05, 2023

Scam. Dishonest people. Stay away.

Scam. Dishonest people. Stay away. Scam. Stay away. I booked a $1900+ self-drive vacation to Ireland. A few weeks later they still have not booked my itineraries which I needed because I had other flights that I needed coordinate. So I called them and I explained that I needed to cancel. They agreed to cancel and refund my money. However, they never did and when I called them again they denied that they agreed to refund me the money. So I called them to at least give me the trip then since they would not cancel. But they also refused leaving me with nothing in return for my almost $2000. I got totally scammed. Once they get your money, you are at their mercy. This is a group of dishonest people. Stay away.

Date of experience : July 23, 2022

Highlights of Japan

11 Days Starting in Tokyo and ending in Osaka

Visiting: Japan

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NB: Prices correct on 26-Jun-2024 but subject to change.

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Tour overview.

Get ready for an exciting journey through Japan's cultural treasures. Your trip starts in Tokyo, where you'll delve into the storied past of the Meiji Jingu Shrine, experience the bustling atmosphere of the Tsukiji Fish Market, and absorb the historical charm of Senso-ji Temple. The tour then takes you to Mount Fuji, where you'll enjoy a peaceful boat ride on Lake Kawaguchi, take a cable car up the Mt. Fuji Panoramic Ropeway for stunning views, and explore the picturesque Arakurayama Sengen Park and Oshino Hakkai before a relaxing night in Hakone. The next day, you'll venture to Takayama, where the Morning Market and Kusakabe Folk Museum await your exploration. The following day, unveil the enchanting village of Shirakawa-go and the captivating Gasshozukuri Minkaen Outdoor Museum before you end your day in Kanazawa. From here, you travel to Kyoto, which leads you to the natural splendor of Arashiyama,  Kinkaku-ji Temple, and the Fushimi Inari Shrine. Before concluding this remarkable tour, you visit the Osaka Castle, a prominent landmark in Osaka. The last day bids farewell in Osaka, and you return to your home, carrying cherished memories of this Japan tour.

Discover the rich history and spiritual essence of the iconic Senso-ji Temple in Tokyo

Soak in the beauty of Lake Kawaguchi and ride the Mt. Fuji Panoramic Ropeway

Experience the relaxing atmosphere of Hakone in a ryokan with hot spring pools

Sail on a Japanese Yakatabune boat and enjoy the view of the Togetsukyo Bridge

Visit Fushimi Inari Shrine, known for its thousands of vermilion torii gates in Kyoto

Enjoy shopping at Shinsaibashi District, a vibrant retail hub in the city of Osaka

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Day 1: Tokyo (Arrival)

Welcome to Tokyo! Upon arrival at Narita International Airport today, you will be met by our representative and assisted to board transfer to your hotel (standard Check-In time is 14:00 hrs. Early check-in is subject to availability). Spend the rest of the day at leisure Overnight in Tokyo

Day 2: Tokyo (B/-/-)

After breakfast, start your Tokyo city tour from Meiji Jingu, a shrine built in 1920 to commemorate Emperor Meiji and Empress Shoken. Although located in Tokyo's bustling city center, just a few minutes walk away from Harajuku, the shrine's surrounding forest creates a peaceful, tranquil vibe. If you happen to enter from the Yoyogi entrance, you can see a massive torii gate standing in the road leading to the main shrine. In addition to making offerings and praying at the main shrine, just like the locals do, you can also visit the Meiji Jingu Museum to see the treasures from the shrine's collection. Perhaps there is no better place to learn about Japan's culinary culture in Tokyo than the centrally located Tsukiji Outer Fish Market. Dating all the way back to the Edo Period, it was moved to the current location after the Great Kanto Earthquake of 1923. Around 400 shops and restaurants are crammed into the narrow lanes here, trading all kinds of fresh and dried seafood, traditional snacks, and cooking ingredients. Roam around the market as your guide explains Japan's culinary culture, and stop at a restaurant to try some fresh seafood for breakfast or lunch if you wish. Step into the East Gardens of the Imperial Palace, the only place open to the public in the palace. The garden sits on the grounds of the former Edo Castle, featuring seasonal flowers, lush green lawns, water features, teahouses, and guardhouses. You can also take in the sight of the double-arched Nijubashi Bridge, which originally was built with wood but later rebuilt with steel. Please note East Gardens of the Imperial Palace closes on Monday and Friday. Afterward, visit Senso-ji Temple, one of Tokyo's most significant Buddhist temples with a history dating back to the 7th century. After slipping past the giant lanterns on the Kaminarimon, which is the outer gate of the temple, stroll along the lively Nakamise-dori, a 250-meter-long street lined by shops bursting with traditional souvenirs, snacks, and sweets. Then, arrive at the second gate Hozomon, beyond which stands the temple's main hall and a five-story pagoda. You can pray to the Kannon enshrined in the main hall just like the locals do, pick up an omikuji (random fortunes written on strips of paper), and get a temple seal stamp at the Yokodo located next to the main hall. Overnight at Tokyo

Day 3: Tokyo (B/-/-)

Today is yours to explore this charming city at your own pace. Apart from numerous historic spots, you can step into some popular neighborhoods for a glimpse of Japanese daily life. Ramble around the Harajuku district - the center of teenage fashion and cosplay culture, or enjoy shopping at Ginza where the streets are lined up with high-end fashion boutiques, art galleries, and designer brand stores. Overnight at Tokyo

Day 4: Tokyo – Mt Fuji – Hakone (B/-/D)

Enjoy your breakfast, and later, meet your local guide at the hotel lobby. Depart for Mount Fuji. Upon arrival, aboard a cruise on Lake Kawaguchi and appreciate Mt. Fuji from a distance. Afterward, take the Mt.Fuji Panoramic Ropeway to an observation deck near the peak of Mount Tenjo for a panoramic view of the lake below and Mt. Fuji. In the afternoon, drive to Arakurayama Sengen Park, where you can capture its beautiful pagoda with Mount Fuji as a backdrop. Immerse in the beauty of Oshino Hakkai, a set of eight ponds fed by snow melt from the slopes of nearby Mount Fuji. After the tour, transfer to Hakone and overnight in a ryokan with hot spring pools. Dinner is served in your hotel. Overnight at Hakone

Day 5: Hakone - Takayama (B/-/-)

After breakfast, with an easy guide and map on hand, make your way to Odawara Station (Hakone), from where you'll board the Shinkansen to Nagoya Station (1h20min) and then change Express Train to Takayama Station(2h50min). Upon arrival in Takayama, go to the hotel by yourself and have the rest of the day at leisure. Overnight in Takayama

Day 6: Takayama (B/-/-)

Post breakfast, start your day at the Morning Market, where you can mingle with the locals, get a close look at their daily lives, and stop at stands selling local crafts, snacks, and fresh produce. Then, move on to Nakabashi, a traditional-styled crimson bridge spanning over the Miyagawa River with a dreamy cherry blossom vista in Spring. In the afternoon, visit the Kusakabe Folk Museum. An Edo-period merchants' house owned by the Kusakabe family, the museum now boasts a wide collection of folk crafts, including Hida ceramics. Roaming within the museum is like a journey back in time. Afterward, head to Kami-Sannomachi, located in the southern part of Takayama's old town, to discover traditional homes, shops, and sake breweries lining both sides of the narrow street. Overnight in Takayama

Day 7: Takayama – Shirakawago - Kanazawa (B/-/-)

After having a delicious breakfast, get ready for a 1-hour drive to Shirakawa-go, the fairy tale world made of traditional gassho-zukur farmhouses hidden in the valley. Take off the shoes and explore the living room, guest room, butsuma, and so on inside Wada House to get an idea of how people lived back then. Thereafter, check out the great view of this area at Shirakawa-go Observation Deck. Before going to Kanazawa, you'll explore more farmhouses in gassho style in the Gasshozukuri Minkaen Outdoor Museum. Overnight in Kanazawa

Day 8: Kanazawa – Kyoto (B/-/-)

This morning, after breakfast, visit Kenrokuen Garden to appreciate its water features, bridges, teahouses, trees, flowers, and stones. Just a few steps from the garden is the 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art. Spend time according to your interest inside the museum and then visit the reconstructed Kanazawa Castle. After the tour, your guide will drop you off at Kanazawa Station, from where you can take the Shinkansen to Kyoto Station. Find your way to the hotel upon your arrival and have a rest. Overnight in Kyoto

Day 9: Kyoto (B/-/-)

Arashiyama, on the outskirts of Kyoto is a popular spot for you to enjoy the beauty of nature. Today, post breakfast, you will embark on a journey to Arashiyama, a place that is filled with scenic beauty and cultural significance. Your first stop will be at Jojakko-Ji Temple, where you will witness the serenity of the Japanese garden and experience the spiritual ambiance of the temple. After that, you will take a leisurely stroll through the Sagano Bamboo Grove, where you will be surrounded by towering bamboo trees that sway gently in the breeze. Don't forget to capture some stunning photos of the bamboo grove, as it is one of the most photographed locations in Japan. Next, board a Yakatabune, a traditional Japanese pleasure boat, and admire the breathtaking view of the Togetsukyo Bridge from the water. Later, you will sit back and relax on the Sagano Scenic Railway, which will take you on a mesmerizing journey through the countryside. You will be able to hear the gentle rustling of the leaves and feel the cool breeze on your face. As you pass along the Hozugawa River, you will be mesmerized by the scenic beauty of the place. Finally, your guide will accompany you back to the city. Overnight in Kyoto

Day 10: Kyoto – Osaka (B/-/-)

Have your breakfast and later, explore the landmarks of Kyoto, including the Kinkaku-ji Temple with the top two floors completely covered in gold leaf, and the Fushimi Inari Shrine, which is famous for its thousands of vermilion torii gates. Later, depart for Osaka and visit Osaka Castle, which is arguably Osaka's most prominent landmark and belies bloody power struggles leading up to the 1603 foundation of the Edo era. After that, go to the Shinsaibashi shopping district. Overnight in Osaka

Day 11: Osaka (B/-/-)

After breakfast, have some time at leisure until your private driver escort you to the airport for your departure flight.

What's Included

10 Nights accommodation at listed hotels or similar

Daily buffet breakfast at the hotel

01 Special Dinner as per itinerary

Arrival transfers on SIC basis via airport busses

Transportation as per detailed itinerary by bus & train

Services of English-speaking guide during the sightseeing tour

Entrance fees as per itinerary

All locally applicable taxes

What's Not Included

Items of a personal nature, tips & gratuities

International airfare for land only passengers

Items not mentioned as included

Check out our Q&As

Can i join the tour once it has departed.

Yes, but only in case it was previously agreed by both sides and arranged by us.

What documents will I receive before I travel?

Our e-document package includes all local contact details, daily itinerary, airline e-ticket information, service vouchers, and travel tips which should be everything you require to go on your trip.

If I need one, who is responsible to obtain my visa?

You are responsible for obtaining the proper travel documents for the destinations on your itinerary, including having a passport that is valid for at least 6 months before the date of departure and a visa if required. Please check the Visa section in the Know Before You Go document for the countries you will be visiting.

Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

No, not as standard. Solo travellers can book and occupy their own room for a supplement.

How long has the tour company been trading?

We have been organizing unforgettable trips since 2001.

Can I arrange flights via Indus Travels, too?

In some cases, yes. Indus Travels can provide flights from/to selected departure points in the USA. If you would like a quote inclusive of flights, please let us know and we'll be happy to check the details for you!

Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

What happens if i need to change my holiday date once i’ve booked.

Changes to an existing reservation up to the Final Payment Date, whatever the cause, will incur a $100 per person amendment fee, potential loss of any supplier fees (such as non-refundable event tickets, park permits, and sea cruise reservations) plus any costs for replacement services. On/ after the Final Payment Date, the $100 change fee is no longer valid, instead cancellations terms apply.

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