JOURNEY TO JAPAN
23 April - 7 May 2028
Join Diva Destinations for an extraordinary group adventure to Japan, where culture, tradition, and modernity intertwine in a mesmerizing journey. Embark on an adventure that promises to immerse you in the rich tapestry of Japanese life, from the bustling streets of Tokyo to the serene temples of Kyoto. Our meticulously curated itinerary offers a balance of exploration and relaxation, with visits to iconic landmarks of Mount Fuji, Matsumoto Castle & the Peace Memorial Park,Hiroshima.
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Diva Destinations hosts throughout your trip
TOKYO
Sightseeing tour of Tokyo
Visit Meiji Shrine
Explore Harajuku & Omotesando area
Experience the iconic Shibuya Scramble Crossing
Visit Asakusa & Senso-ji Temple
Visit Tokyo Skytree Tower
TOKYO → NAGANO → YUDANAKA (RYOKAN EXPERIENCE)
Visit Jigokudani Monkey Park
YUDANAKA → MATSUMOTO → TAKAYAMA
Visit Matsumoto Castle
Visit Kusama Yayoi museum (Matsumoto)
Scenic transfer to Takayama
TAKAYAMA
Guided walking tour of Takayama Old Town
Visit traditional sake brewery/Sake tasting experience
Explore Sanmachi Suji historic district
TAKAYAMA – FREE DAY
Visit the local market
TAKAYAMA → GOKAYAMA → KANAZAWA
Washi paper making OR
Udon / noodle-making workshop
KANAZAWA → KYOTO
Visit Kenrokuen Garden
Explore Higashi Chaya District
Tea ceremony experience near Kenrokuen
KYOTO CULTURAL IMMERSION
Visit Fushimi Inari Taisha
Visit Kinkaku-ji
Geiko & Maiko cultural experience in Gion
KYOTO → HIROSHIMA
Visit Itsukushima Shrine
Visit Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park
HIROSHIMA → MT. FUJI AREA /MT. FUJI CLOSE EXPERIENCE
Explore Lake Kawaguchi
Visit best Mt. Fuji viewing points (weather permitting)
Hakone → Tokyo
Hakone Ropeway
Owakudani
Hakone Museum of Art
TOKYO FREE DAY (WITH GUIDE SUPPORT)
Flexible day with guide & vehicle available
SERVICES
Private transfer to / from airport (Haneda or Narita)
Breakfast daily
Lunch & Dinner where stated in our itinerary
Tour leader throughout (Japanese/English speaking)
Experience the World Famous Bullet train
14 night’s accommodation with breakfast included daily
Meals as specified (B=Breakfast L=Lunch D=Dinner)
Private airport transfers and transport throughout
Tours and entrance fees as detailed in our itinerary
Financial protection
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International flights to/from Japan
Meals not stated
Tips/Gratuities
Personal Travel Insurance
Visa costs
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EARLYBIRD PRICES
Prices coming soon
SOLE OCCUPANCY: £ | $
TWIN/DOUBLE OCCUPANCY: £ | $ per person (based on 2 people sharing)
Prices are based on standard rooms. Room upgrades are available subject to availability
Kindly note the USD$ rates are subject to currency exchange rates and may vary at the time of booking
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DAY 1|ARRIVAL IN TOKYO (D)
Private airport transfers to the hotel are included
Check-in before enjoying our welcome group dinner.
DAY 2|TOKYO HIGHLIGHTS & CULTURAL INTRODUCTION
Visit Meiji Shrine
Explore Harajuku & Omotesando area
Experience the iconic Shibuya Scramble Crossing
Lunch at a curated local restaurant
Continue to Asakusa & Senso-ji Temple
Visit Tokyo Skytree
DAY 3|TOKYO → NAGANO → YUDANAKA (RYOKAN EXPERIENCE) (B,L,D)
Shinkansen from Tokyo to Nagano
Transfer to Jigokudani area
Lunch en route
Visit Jigokudani Monkey Park
Transfer to Yudanaka Onsen
Premium ryokan stay
Traditional Kaiseki dinner at ryokan
DAY 4|YUDANAKA → MATSUMOTO → TAKAYAMA (B,L)
Depart ryokan by private coach
Visit Matsumoto Castle
Visit Kusama Yayoi museum (Matsumoto)
Lunch in Matsumoto
Scenic transfer to Takayama (~3 hrs)
Overnight: Takayama
DAY 5|TAKAYAMA – LOCAL CULTURE & SAKE EXPERIENCE (B,L) Guided walking tour of Takayama Old Town
Visit traditional sake brewery/Sake tasting experience
Lunch at local restaurant
Explore Sanmachi Suji historic district
DAY 6|TAKAYAMA – FREE DAY WITH GUIDE SUPPORT (B,L)
Flexible exploration with guide assistance
Lunch arrangement included
DAY 7|TAKAYAMA → GOKAYAMA → KANAZAWA (B,L)
Private coach transfer- Visit Gokayama
Hands-on experience: Washi paper making OR Udon / noodle-making workshop (Soba workshop)
Local lunch experience
Transfer to Kanazawa
DAY 8|KANAZAWA → KYOTO
Visit Kenrokuen Garden
Explore Higashi Chaya District
Tea ceremony experience near Kenrokuen
Lunch in Kanazawa
Transfer to Kyoto by limited express train
DAY 9|KYOTO CULTURAL IMMERSION (B,L)
Visit Fushimi Inari Taisha
Visit Kinkaku-ji
Lunch & Dinner
- Evening: Geiko & Maiko cultural experience in Gion
DAY 10|KYOTO → HIROSHIMA (B,L)
Shinkansen to Hiroshima
Lunch
Visit Itsukushima Shrine
Visit Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park
DAY 11|HIROSHIMA → MT. FUJI AREA (B,L)
Shinkansen transfer to Odawara
Lunch en route
Transfer to Kawaguchiko / Mt. Fuji area
DAY 12|MT. FUJI CLOSE EXPERIENCE (B,L,D)
Explore Lake Kawaguchi
Visit best Mt. Fuji viewing points (weather permitting)
Lunch
Dinner
DAY 13|Hakone → Tokyo (B,L,D)
Depart hotel
Hakone Ropeway
Owakudani
Lunch
Hakone Museum of Art
Depart Hakone (Tomei Expressway)
Dinner
Arrive Tokyo
DAY 14|TOKYO FREE DAY (WITH GUIDE SUPPORT) (B,L,D)
Flexible day with guide & vehicle available
Lunch arrangements included
We will take our farewell dinner at a local restaurant
DAY 15|DEPARTURE
Private transfers to airport (Haneda / Narita)
Japan Holiday Vacation | 23 April - 7 May 2028 | £1500pp Deposit
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WE DO REQUIRE A MINIMUM NUMBER TO GUARANTEE OUR TRIPS. THEREFORE, WE ASK YOU NOT TO BOOK ANY FLIGHTS UNTIL WE CONFIRM OUR DEPARTURE.
Your Accommodations
Shibuya Excel Hotel Tokyo - Hotel Wood Takayama - The Square Hotel Kanazawa - Daiwa Roynet Kyoto Terrace Hachijo Premier - The Knot Hotel, Hiroshima, Fujiya Hotel (Mt. Fuji Area / Hakone)