Japan

9 Days  |  7 nights

October 26th – November 3rd

• Day 1: October 24, 2025 – Depart for Japan.
  • Arrive in vibrant Osaka and transfer to your hotel. Your tour begins with an orientation meeting with your Tour Manager at approximately 7 PM. We recommend selecting flights that arrive no later than 3 PM. Following the meeting, enjoy a light group dinner. 

Overnight: Osaka Meals: Dinner

• Day 2: October 25, 2025 – Arrive in Osaka; orientation meeting and group dinner.
  • Arrive in vibrant Osaka and transfer to your hotel. Your tour begins with an orientation meeting with your Tour Manager at approximately 7 PM. We recommend selecting flights that arrive no later than 3 PM. Following the meeting, enjoy a light group dinner. Overnight: Osaka Meals: Dinner

• Day 3: October 26, 2025 – Osaka city tour: Kuromon Market, Shinsaibashi, and Osaka Castle.
  • Embark on a tour of cosmopolitan Osaka, known for its cuisine and nightlife. Visit the Kuromon Market, an iconic spot with vendors selling fresh food and Japanese-style snacks. Then, explore the iconic Shinsaibashi and Dotonbori shopping streets. After lunch, visit the dramatic Osaka Castle, a 16th-century architectural marvel. The evening is free to explore Osaka on your own.Overnight: Osaka Meals: Breakfast

• • Spend your morning at leisure, discovering Osaka’s vibrant culture, shopping streets, or iconic landmarks at your own pace. Alternatively, join the optional tour to Universal Studios Japan, one of the most popular theme parks in the world.Experience thrilling rides and attractions based on blockbuster movies and beloved characters. Highlights include the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, Super Nintendo World, Jurassic Park, and Minion Park. Enjoy live shows, unique dining options, and exclusive shopping opportunities that make for an unforgettable day of fun and excitement. This is a perfect option for families, movie fans, and thrill-seekers alike.Return to the hotel in the evening to relax or continue exploring Osaka at your own pace.Optional: Universal Studios Japan TourOvernight: Osaka Meals: Breakfast

• Day 5: October 28, 2025 – Drive to Kyoto; tea ceremony, Kinkaku-ji Temple, and Gion District.
  • Depart Osaka and drive to Kyoto, Japan’s cultural heart. Experience a traditional tea ceremony, a ritualized art of preparing and drinking green tea. Visit the golden Kinkaku-ji Temple (Golden Pavilion), nestled on a reflective pond. End the day with a stroll through Gion, Kyoto’s famous Geisha district.Overnight: Kyoto Meals: Breakfast

• Day 6: October 29, 2025 – Free day in Kyoto or optional Hiroshima and Miyajima Island tour.
  • Spend the day at leisure to explore Kyoto, or join an optional tour to Hiroshima and Miyajima Island. Discover the UNESCO-listed Itsukushima Shrine with its iconic floating torii gate and visit the solemn Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, a tribute to the lives lost in the atomic bombing. Return to Kyoto in the evening.Optional: Full Day Hiroshima & Miyajima TourOvernight: Kyoto Meals: Breakfast

• Day 7: October 30, 2025 – Kyoto city tour: Fushimi Inari Taisha; bullet train to Tokyo.
  • Begin the day with a visit to Fushimi Inari Taisha, a striking Shinto shrine famous for its ten thousand vermilion torii gates. Afterward, transfer to the Kyoto Station and board the world-famous bullet train to Tokyo. Arrive in Tokyo and check in to your hotel. Enjoy the evening at leisure to explore the vibrant city.Overnight: Tokyo Meals: Breakfast

• Day 8: October 31, 2025 – Tokyo city tour: Meiji Shrine, Imperial Palace, Sensoji Temple, and Halloween celebration.
  • Explore the dynamic city of Tokyo. Start with a visit to the serene Meiji Shrine, dedicated to Emperor Meiji and Empress Shoken. Continue to the Imperial Palace, home to Japan’s Imperial family, and view the famous Nijubashi Bridge. Visit Asakusa and the ancient Sensoji Temple, and stroll along bustling Nakamise Street filled with traditional snacks and souvenirs.In the evening, immerse yourself in Tokyo’s lively Halloween celebrations. Experience vibrant street parties, dazzling costumes, and themed events in districts such as Shibuya and Roppongi. Revel in the festive atmosphere and enjoy the unique blend of traditional and modern Japanese Halloween culture.Overnight: TokyoMeals: Breakfast

• Day 9: November 1, 2025 – Free day in Tokyo or optional Mt. Fuji and Hakone tour; finale dinner.
  • Enjoy a free day in Tokyo to explore the city’s modern marvels and historic sites at your own pace. Alternatively, join an optional full-day tour to Mt. Fuji and Hakone. Ascend to the 5th Station of Mt. Fuji for stunning views, take a cable car ride in Hakone National Park, and enjoy a picturesque cruise on Lake Ashi. Return to Tokyo in the evening.In the evening, gather with your fellow travelers for a memorable finale dinner to celebrate the conclusion of your Japanese journey. Reflect on the incredible experiences and friendships made during the tour.Optional: Full Day Mt. Fuji & Hakone with LunchOvernight: TokyoMeals: Breakfast, Dinner

• Day 10: November 2, 2025 – Depart from Japan.
  • Transfer to the airport for your departure flight.Meals: Breakfast

• Pay in Full
• Non-refundable deposit of $499 with a multi-payment schedule.
• Final payment due 60 days before departure