Visions of Japan with Osaka

Visions of Japan with Osaka

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Visions of Japan with Osaka

13 Days Starting in Tokyo, Japan and ending in Osaka, Japan

Visiting: Tokyo, Mount Fuji, Matsumoto, Takayama, Shirakawa, Kanazawa, Kyoto, Nara, Osaka, Asia

Tour operator:

Globus

Tour code:

OPE2-2024

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

25 - 20

Physical rating:

Low

Age range:

5-99

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians

Tour operated in:

English

Activities:

Sightseeing

From: $7022 $6453 Operator discount: -$569

NB: Prices correct on 30-Jun-2024 but subject to change.

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Tour Overview

Forget everything your mother taught you about table manners. In Japan, it’s considered rude not to slurp. Get ready to joyously drink in traditional hot sake, green tea, big brothy noodle bowls and the delicious views from neon-lit Tokyo to historic Kyoto. Peaks, palaces, pavilions, and pagodas provide picture-perfect backdrops for your photos, but don’t expect to stand still for very long on this enthralling tour of Japan. A hands-on calligraphy class, a special kimono fitting, an interactive cooking demonstration, and a gold-leaf design class—where you’ll make your own keepsake bento box—are all part of the fun. You’ll also browse the produce at a Takayama farmer’s market, stroll through Kanazawa’s famous Kenroku-en gardens, and experience the thrill of a ride on the famous bullet train. Prepare to be floored in more ways than one! End your exploration of Japan in Osaka with visits to Osaka Castle and Minami, the cities most famous entertainment district and where the locals go for fun.

Highlights

  • Kanazawa’s famous Kenroku-en gardens and the thrill of a ride on the famous bullet train.

  • The produce at a Takayama farmer’s market.

  • Osaka Castle and Minami, the city's most famous entertainment district.

Places You'll See

Hilton Tokyo

Hotel Nikko Kanazawa

Hotel Associa Takayama Resort

The Hotel Higashiyama Kyoto

Hilton Osaka

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Arrive In Tokyo, Japan

Location: Tokyo

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Hilton Tokyo

Meals Included: No Meals

Welcome to Tokyo, Japan’s capital city. Hotel check-in is available mid-afternoon.

Day 2 : Tokyo

Location: Tokyo

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Hilton Tokyo

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Start with a visit to Meiji Shrine, a magnificent 20th-century Shinto monument set in a man-made forest. At an artist’s studio, learn to write like a local during a calligraphy lesson with a master calligrapher, have the opportunity to try on a traditional kimono, and partake in a Globus Local Favorite tea ceremony. After lunch, visit the Tokyo Skytree, the world’s tallest tower. Last stop is the Asakusa Kannon Temple and Nakamise shopping arcade. Tonight, join your travel companions at a welcome dinner hosted by your Tour Director.

Day 3 : Tokyo. Mount Fuji Excursion

Location: Mount Fuji, Tokyo

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Hilton Tokyo

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Drive south along the coast to Kamakura to see the 750-year-old Great Buddha. Continue to Hakone where you’ll take a cable-car ride for panoramic views of spectacular Mount Fuji, Japan’s highest mountain. After lunch, cruise on Lake Ashi for more views of this beautiful area. Conclude the day with a thrilling shinkansen (bullet train) ride back to Tokyo!

Day 4 : Tokyo

Location: Tokyo

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Hilton Tokyo

Meals Included: Breakfast

Enjoy a full day at your leisure to explore the city.

Day 5 : Tokyo-Matsumoto-Takayama

Location: Tokyo, Matsumoto, Takayama

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Hotel Associa Takayama Resort

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Journey to Matsumoto, gateway to the ruggedly beautiful Japanese Alps, and enjoy visits to a local wasabi farm and Matsumoto Castle. Tonight, enjoy a wonderful Japanese-style dinner at your hotel.

Day 6 : Takayama

Location: Takayama

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Hotel Associa Takayama Resort

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today begins at the morning market, where farmers display locally grown fruits, vegetables, and flowers. Visit Takayama Jinya, a former government office during the Edo Period from 1692-1868. This well-preserved building is a national historic site and the only remaining building of its kind in Japan. End with a fun Globus Local Favorite sake tasting.

Day 7 : Takayama-Shirakawa-Kanazawa

Location: Takayama, Shirakawa, Kanazawa

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Hotel Nikko Kanazawa

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

This morning, enjoy a drive through the mountainous Shokawa Valley to Shirakawa; a remote region of Japan is home to several UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Here explore the unique gassho-zukuri-style (joined hands) thatched houses that can be found only here. Continue to the scenic town of Kanazawa, situated between the mountains and the Sea of Japan. Explore Kenroku-en Garden and take part in a gold leaf class, where you’ll learn about this ancient craft and make your own bento box.

Day 8 : Kanazawa-Kyoto

Location: Kanazawa, Kyoto

Accommodation: Hotel, Hotel

Accommodation Name: The Hotel Higashiyama Kyoto

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch

This morning, drive south to Kyoto. On arrival, participate in a Globus Local Favorite Japanese cooking class for lunch. Then, you’ll visit two of the city’s most important sites: Fushimi Inari Shrine and Kiyomizu Temple. This evening, you have the option to stay in a traditional Japanese ryokan (additional expense and pre-booking required).

Day 9 : Kyoto

Location: Kyoto

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: The Hotel Higashiyama Kyoto

Meals Included: Breakfast

This morning starts with a visit to stunning Kinkakuji, the Temple of the Gold Pavilion. Next, visit Yuzen Handmade Corner to learn about the yuzen dyeing technique used to decorate kimonos by painting dye directly on the cloth. Make your own souvenir using this traditional method. End at Sanjusajendo Temple, famous for its 1,001 statues of Kannon, the Buddhist goddess of mercy. Flanking the main statue are 1,000 more life-sized statues, covered in gold leaf, with 40 arms said to have the power to save 25 worlds.

Day 10 : Kyoto-Nara Excursion

Location: Nara, Kyoto

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: The Hotel Higashiyama Kyoto

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Travel to nearby Nara, to visit Kasuga Shrine and Todaiji Temple, both UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Tonight, your Tour Director hosts a farewell dinner to celebrate your discovery of Japan.

Day 11 : Kyoto-Osaka

Location: Kyoto, Osaka

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Hilton Osaka

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Transfer by bullet train to Osaka, known for its food, history, and nightlife. Start sightseeing with your Local Guide at Osaka Castle and the surrounding park. Visit Minami, the city’s most famous entertainment district, encompassing the districts of Shinsaibashi and Namba and the famed Dontonbori Street. Enjoy lunch featuring okonomiyaki, a delicious pancake dish famous in Osaka. Then, explore this exciting area on foot with your guide. From museums and shopping to theater and dining, this is where the locals come for fun.

Day 12 : Osaka

Location: Osaka

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Hilton Osaka

Meals Included: Breakfast

Enjoy a full day at your leisure.

Day 13 : Osaka

Location: Osaka

Meals Included: Breakfast

Your tour ends with breakfast this morning.

What's Included

  • Accommodation

    As detailed in the itinerary

  • Fully Guided

  • Meals

    As detailed in the itinerary

  • Transport

    Private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi

What's Not Included

  • Airport Transfers at Destination

  • Insurance

  • International Travel

UNESCO Sites

Kasuga Shrine|Kiyomizu Temple|Mount Fuji|Shirakawa (Gassho-Zukuri houses)|Todaiji Temple

Small Group

Globus offers Small-Group Discoveries on select Asia tour dates. A Small-Group Discovery is limited to an average of just 20 guests per departure. There’s always room to roam with extra space between you and other travelers—while still getting up close and personal to the experiences you’ve been dreaming of. Small-Group Discoveries include all the features of a traditional Globus escorted tour, complete with expert Tour Director, Driver, and Local Guides who ensure that your health and safety is our top priority. A Small-Group Discovery trip is the perfectly sized tour—without the crowds.

Meals

Breakfast daily, 6 lunches, 3 dinners

Accommodation

Tokyo:Hilton Tokyo
Takayama:Hotel Associa Takayama Resort
Kanazawa:Hotel Nikko Kanazawa
Kyoto:Hotel Okura Kyoto
Osaka:Imperial Hotel Osaka

Check out our Q&As

  • Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?

    Yes

  • What is the maximum group size?

    Usually max 20 people.

  • Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?

    As detailed in the itinerary.

  • Are children permitted to take part in the tour?

    Yes, 5 years or above.

  • Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?

    Yes

  • Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?

    Yes

  • Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?

    Yes

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    For over 90 years.

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    Yes

  • What policies are in place for Covid-19?

    Please contact us for latest Covid-19 policies

  • What documents will I receive before I travel?

    Travel documents, including any air tickets, itineraries, and other information, are available approximately two to three weeks prior to departure provided full payment has been received.

  • What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

    The Globus Lighthouse Project - an illuminating initiative where we can all come together to tread lightly and give generously for the globe's greater good. Globus, along with sister companies Avalon Waterways and Cosmos, invite our travellers and partners to help us in supporting causes that provide for a more sustainable planet and a brighter tomorrow.

Reviews of this operator

Lisset  

Great Value for your Money

19-Dec-2022

This is my second time travelling with Globus, would have been my third if not for COVID. The way they plan everything is super organized, the tour managers are very caring and knowledgeable. We always enjoy all the site visits planned for each trip. They start by picking you up from the airport and from then on everything is taken care of up until the last day of your trip, even dropping you off at the airport not matter the time of day or night. The hotels at every city are always great and centrally located so you can walk around during your free time or plan your own visits to different sites.

Joan Cupp (Google Reviewer)  

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01-Mar-2024

My go-to escorted travel Co My 4th trip with Globus and the did not disappoint. The sales deals they offer make it affordable for me to travel. All of the guides are well versed in the history of the area you travel in.

David R  

What a wonderful trip, thanks Globus

10-Jan-2023

Globus is my favorite travel agency. I tried others, but always come back to Globus. It is a 100% stress free one-stop shop. Easy booking with flight, hotel, transportation and travel insurance all in one place. Great customer service at reasonable prices. Lots of information prepared for the trip to handle travel logistics. I planned and booked my trip within 24 hours. Highly recommended to everyon

Alexander Wright  

Great guide, accommodations, and tours.

28-Dec-2022

We had a fantastic guide, with a great mix of free time and guided tours.

CTRTeach 11  

Globus exceeded my expectations!

20-Dec-2022

This is my first Globus tour. I was pleasantly surprised with the depth and quality. The hotels were top notch, and the cruise on the Nile exceeded my expectations. The cabins were roomy and comfortable, and the food was very good.

Nancy Arias  

The experience was amazing!!

30-Dec-2022

The trip was amazing. Our tour guide was so kind and very knowledgeable. I needed to attend a very important meeting via zoom. She was very understanding and accommodating to my needs and made it happen. I was very grateful! Our driver was by far the best driver I’ve ever encountered! I was beyond impressed with our guide, driver and trip!! I will definitely be back for another adventure!!

Irish Beth Maddock (Google Reviewer)  

Did the Globus Highlands and...

30-Sep-2023

Did the Globus Highlands and Islands Scottish Tour with Ian and Allister. What a trip!! With his sharp wit, immense knowledge and fun humour, Ian absolutely brought Scotland to vivid life with his many tales, informative quips and total, utter passion for history. Was spellbound. Am so VERY thankful I had the opportunity to be on Ian's last bus tour before retiring with Globus. In addition, to being so hard working and helpful, with Allister our driver, I cannot tell you how safe and secure I felt in his capable driving hands. He had some very awkward traffic and interesting roads to navigate with our large bus, (especially on the islands and up north) but he handled it all expertly and without a hitch. So much so, I was able to relax and enjoy the journey. All in all, with our tour, you could tell both these kind men cared very much for those of us who needed the extra help and advice. Made my bucket list trip to Scotland so memorable and wonderful. Thank you Ian and Allister! Globus is truly fortunate to have you both.

Lynda Bailey (Google Reviewer)  

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11-Jun-2024

I really enjoyed my Cosmos tour to Italy last September. However I was totally disappointed by two major things which completely changed the atmosphere of the holiday for me. One was the 'last minute' rearrangement of one of our hotels which then put us well outside of Florence on a trading estate for two nights instead of walking distance from the city walls. That completely blocked any plans or ideas of enjoying Florence in the evening. My biggest disappointment was the terrible travel arrangements and associated advice about travelling through Heathrow Cosmos put in place for me and for which they refused to be accountable despite the fact that they had made the ticket booking on my behalf and I had asked them for appropriate check in advice at all key points before I travelled. As a result I was put on standby when I should never have been (even the BA departure staff were shocked at this) and separated from my luggage which travelled on a later flight. I spent over 6 hrs of my first day in Rome in the airport waiting for my luggage and subsequent transfer to my hotel, without any assistance from Cosmos or BA airside staff. When I complained after my holiday, Cosmos would not take any responsibility at all for the fact that I lost the first day of my holiday and approx. 50% of the time I was due to spend in Rome, preferring to blame BA who in turn were uncontactable about my complaint. Very poor customer service indeed.

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