Detailed itinerary
Japan Golden Cities Explorer
Starting from
₹1,55,000
per person
This Japan tour package from India runs one way from Tokyo to Osaka over six nights. Three Tokyo nights cover Senso-ji, Meiji Shrine, Harajuku and a day at Lake Kawaguchi and Oshino Hakkai. The Shinkansen then takes you to Kyoto for Fushimi Inari, Kinkaku-ji and Arashiyama. Your last stop is Osaka, with the castle museum, Shinsaibashi and Dotonbori. Rail journeys, breakfasts and guided days are included, and you fly home from Kansai.
Trip at a glance
- Tokyo cultural districts
- Fuji lakes excursion
- Reserved Shinkansen travel
- Fushimi Inari and Kyoto temples
- Osaka Castle
- Dotonbori evening
Day by day
7 days, start to finish: travel, activities and where you sleep each night.
- 1
Day 1
Tokyo Arrival and Shibuya Streets
You arrive at your booked Tokyo airport and transfer privately to your hotel. If arrival time permits, explore Shibuya Crossing independently and take in the surrounding streets. Evening meals and local transport are extra. Overnight in Tokyo.
- 2
Day 2
Senso-ji, Meiji Shrine and Harajuku
You explore Senso-ji and Nakamise shopping street with your guide, then travel by public transport to Meiji Shrine and Harajuku. Take in the changing character of Tokyo's districts. You can add Tokyo Skytree or an independent Shinjuku evening at extra cost. Overnight in Tokyo.
- 3
Day 3
Lake Kawaguchi and Oshino Hakkai
You join a full-day shared coach excursion to Lake Kawaguchi and Oshino Hakkai. Look across the lake and explore the village sights, with Mount Fuji visible when cloud cover allows. Settle in for the road journeys between stops. Overnight in Tokyo.
- 4
Day 4
Shinkansen to Kyoto and Fushimi Inari
You take your included station transfer and reserved ordinary-class Shinkansen to Kyoto. Leave luggage at your hotel, then explore Fushimi Inari's lower torii paths. You can take an evening Gion public-street walk, respecting photography and access restrictions. Overnight in Kyoto.
- 5
Day 5
Kyoto Temples and Arashiyama Bamboo
You explore Kinkaku-ji, Arashiyama's bamboo grove and Tenryu-ji with your guide, taking time between districts. By arrangement, you can choose Kiyomizu-dera and the Higashiyama lanes as an alternative full-day circuit rather than extra stops. Overnight in Kyoto.
- 6
Day 6
Osaka Castle and Dotonbori Streets
You travel to Osaka by included rail and leave luggage at your hotel. Visit Osaka Castle's museum, then explore Shinsaibashi and Dotonbori with your guide. Choose dinner from the area's restaurants, paying for your meal separately. Overnight in Osaka.
- 7
Day 7
Kansai Airport Train and Departure
You enjoy breakfast and check out before your included station transfer and reserved airport train to Kansai International Airport. Keep time for the rail journey and airport procedures; early flights may need adjusted arrangements. Continue to your departure.
Inclusions & exclusions
What's included
- Six hotel nights, twin sharing
- Six breakfasts
- Private Tokyo airport arrival transfer
- Guided Tokyo day with scheduled transport fares
- Shared Lake Kawaguchi and Oshino Hakkai excursion
- Reserved Tokyo to Kyoto Shinkansen and station transfers
- Fushimi Inari visit and guided Kyoto heritage circuit with admissions
- Kyoto to Osaka rail and guided Osaka touring with castle admission
- Departure station transfer and reserved Kansai Airport train
Not included
- International flights
- Japan visa and travel insurance
- Lunches and dinners
- Skytree, onsen and optional experiences
- Separately collected local accommodation taxes
- Excess luggage services, personal expenses and applicable Indian TCS
Where you stay
Your stay includes three nights in Tokyo, two in Kyoto and one in Osaka, using compact 3-star or comparable business hotels with private bathrooms.
Good to know
Do Indian passport holders need a visa?
Yes, a Japan visa must be obtained before travel through the applicable authorised process. Visa approval is not automatic, and visa fees are excluded.
When should I travel?
Spring and autumn are popular for comfortable sightseeing. Blossom and foliage timing varies. Winter is colder, and summer brings heat, humidity and potential severe-weather disruption.
How should I pay locally?
For everyday payments, use Japanese yen and carry some cash for smaller shops, temples and restaurants. International cards are widely accepted, and IC transport cards help with independent urban travel.
Which trains are included?
The package includes reserved ordinary-class Shinkansen from Tokyo to Kyoto, scheduled Kyoto to Osaka rail and a reserved Kansai Airport train, plus listed station transfers. A nationwide rail pass is not included.
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