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Explore the largest cities in Japan in just one week on this fun-filled Tokyo, Osaka and Kyoto trip! Hop between Tokyo, Osaka and Kyoto to learn about the history, culture and architecture of Japan.

Some of the highlights of this Japan city tour are Mount Fuji, bathing in a traditional onsen, visiting one of the oldest temples in the country and learning the ways of the traditional tea ceremonies!

This trip is great for those who really want to get in touch with Japanese culture as it offers an intimate experience with constant support from a private guide.

Dating back 1,200 years and covering 1,200 kilometres, the Shikoku 88 Ohenro pilgrimage is one of the world's oldest and longest; this Japan culture tour will take you deep into the story that surrounded it. Ringing Shikoku Island, one of Japan's four main islands, the pilgrimage was established by Kobo Daishi, the founder of Shingon Buddhism, he continues to play a role in the pilgrimage today.

Over five days, you'll be taken by private car to see the most famous temples of Shikoku on this route. Each night you'll be staying in quaint, traditional ryokans or in temple accommodation with other pilgrims. You'll learn about the fascinating history of each of these temples from your local guide and visit some astonishing sites on the way.

Take your time and enjoy the fascinating cities on a Japan package that takes you from the hustle and bustle of the modern side of the country to the quiet calming wooden Edo towns.

Starting and finishing in Tokyo, your two-week is a mixture of guided tours and free days, packed with suggestions on where to go to so you don't miss a beat while in Japan. Hopping from Tokyo to Hakone, Kyoto to Takayama and everything in between, your journey will show you the beauty of Japanese history and culture!

One of the four main islands of Japan, Shikoku is divided into four prefectures; over the course of five days, you'll encounter the wonderful sights of three of them on your private Japan guided tour.

Beginning and ending in the lively city of Osaka, your trip will see you travelling to Tokushima and experiencing the Naruto Whirlpools and the Edo-Period town of Wakimachi on the way. Moving on to the Iya Valley, you'll encounter one of Japan's 13 rare bridges, the 1100-year-old vine bridge, before visiting the thatched village of Ochiai and taking a boat cruise on the beautiful Yoshino River.

You'll try your hand at unique cultural crafts such as paper making and indigo dyeing, as well as taking part in an udon-making class where udon itself was born. You'll visit stunning temples very important to the Japanese pilgrimage route and also the famed Makino Botanical Garden filled with over 300,000 species of plants.

Arriving back in Osaka on your penultimate night, you'll have the chance to explore this city through its food and through its lively entertainment district, Dotonburi.

Although Hakone is only one hundred kilometres from Tokyo, it is part of the Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park and is known for its natural beauty, its hot springs and stunning views of the iconic volcano, Mount Fuji.

On this Hakone tour from Tokyo, you will experience Hakone, learn about its history and be dazzled by its beauty. You'll spend the day visiting as many of the wonderful locations in Hakone as you would like and marvel at the natural beauty of Hakone before returning on your train to Tokyo.

Dive into a culturally-immersive four-day trip through Japan's classic towns.

Spending each night in traditional Japanese inns and ryokans, by day you'll be hiking through classic towns, exploring UNESCO World Heritage Sites, visiting teahouses and learning all about the Japanese culture.

There will be many highlights of this four-day trip, including exploring the Matsumoto Castle, one of the five castles designated as a National Treasure; wandering through Hida Furukawa, a small town famous for the townscape of carp swimming in the gutter; dining on Hida beef; setting out on a 7.7-kilometre hike to reach Tsumago-juku in the footsteps of those who lived in ancient Japan by walking the old Nakasendo highway.

Embark on a six-day adventure-filled trip and enjoy some unique experiences in Japan's capital, Tokyo.

With more than 40 million inhabitants, Tokyo is of the world's most populous metropolis. Tokyo has so many faces and districts that it can be overwhelming. This trip compiles the best the city has to offer in this six-day itinerary to help you navigate and see Tokyo at its best.

You'll see well-known places such as Shibuya or Harajuku, but also some hidden gems. This Tokyo trip is also packed with activities including cycling, karaoke, sumo training, food tours and relaxing time to appreciate the city at your leisure.

This tour is a great introduction to a longer trip across Japan.

Head off on a fun eleven-day itinerary featuring several of Japan’s most worthwhile destinations including the Tokyo metropolis, historic Hiroshima, Miyajima Island, the ancient capital Kyoto and the beautiful Hakone National Park near Mount Fuji.

Foodies won’t be disappointed with food tours galore and dinner and lunch options such as a shojin ryori (Buddhist vegetarian cuisine), tours of Japan’s famous markets and even an evening walking tour of Tokyo’s yakitori alleys.

Finally, both adults and children alike will love the fun activities within this holiday to Japan such as a Samurai training, the Sumo Museum or a cooking workshop.

Over three days, you'll explore the beautiful nature around Shikoku on the famed Shikoku 88 temple pilgrimage route.

During the course of this trip, you'll walk the Ohenro route as the old monks of Japan once did, visiting old temples, climbing mountain paths to various temples and absorbing the rich Japanese culture.

In the evenings, you'll find yourself resting your muscles in local hot springs and enjoying delicious local dishes in each of the towns you visit.

Uncover all that there is to see around central Japan on this complete 11-day trip to Japan that covers Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, Nara and Hakone.

Not only will you get to explore the rich culture, ancient heritage and beautiful nature, you will also be spending time at two of the biggest theme parks in Japan!

This itinerary is ideal for those that want to experience many of the elements that make Japan so unique: whether that is bustling cities, serene nature or fascinating traditions, there is something on this trip for everyone!

Uncover Japan's highlights over a week-long Tokyo and Osaka tour!

You'll have time to get to know the city before you head out to Mount Fuji and a nearby Onsen where you'll experience ultimate relaxation as you hop from bath to bath while looking out over the volcano.

Your next stop and final stop is Osaka, where you'll have a whistle-stop tour of the city that will take you to Osaka Castle and along the river for a unique panoramic view of the city.

This week-long tour will show you Japan's most mesmerising sights You'll have time to get to know the city before you go on a Tokyo to Hakone tour including Mount Fuji where you'll explore volcanoes by hiking along the edge of a caldera.

You'll spend the last day of the trip to Kyoto where you'll discover the history and culture behind some of the most beautiful temples in the region. This trip is flexible yet structured, allowing you time to explore each location at your own pace.

This full-day Tokyo walking tour will take you to some of the most iconic locations in Tokyo including many interesting locations not generally visited by tourists along the way. Throughout the day, you'll learn about the traditional and modern culture of Tokyo on this small-group tour!

To kick the day off, you'll meet your guide at Shinjuku Station and head to Tsukiji Market to taste delicious fresh seafood. You'll then visit the unique Indian and European-inspired Tsukiji Honganji Temple, the Imperial Palace and Akihabara, the capital of Japan’s otaku culture for anime and manga.

Later on in the day, you'll visit Ueno for the street market and lively park; you'll walk through Uguisudani; and finally, you'll pass through Yanaka and its memorial of prominent figures in Japan. After admiring Tennoji Temple, you'll head to the street food area to try local foods in narrow alleys!

This compact 8-day Japan tour enables first-time travellers to discover the best of this wonderful country is just eight days!

To begin the tour, you'll spend a few days enjoying Tokyo’s traditional temples and shrines as well as the modern life and culture of this bustling metropolis. Moving on, you can breathe in the power of nature on a one-day trip to Hakone before catching a bullet train to Kyoto.

In Kyoto, you'll explore traditional classic Japan by visiting its famous temples and walking under the iconic red Shinto doors at Fushimi Inari. On your free day, you'll also be able to discover Nara, the ancient capital of Japan where you can see the sacred deers in Nara Park.

This private Yokohama day tour will take you to some of the most interesting and historic locations in Yokohama that includes some major attractions and some local spots. You'll learn what makes Yokohama, Japan’s second-largest city after Tokyo, so fascinating.

Japan was once considered a hermit kingdom during the Edo Period (1603-1867), isolating itself from the rest of the world. Yokohama at the time was just a small fishing town, but in 1859, it opened its port for foreign trade and since has established itself as one of the major cities in all of Japan.

Throughout the course of the day, you'll visit the Sky Garden, the Cup Noodles Museum and the Red Brick Warehouse and also take a walking food tour of Chinatown, visit the Sankei-en Garden and so much more.