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Land of the Samurai

Narita → Osaka 12 days Up to 24

About this trip

Twelve days across Japan, from Tokyo's neon energy to Kyoto's temples and Hiroshima's history, ending in Osaka. You get a proper mix of old and new — ancient shrines one day, Shibuya Crossing the next.

The route moves you from Tokyo out to Mount Fuji country, then on the bullet train to Kyoto and Hiroshima before finishing in Osaka. It's a fully guided group trip, so the logistics of trains and transfers are handled for you.

Expect temples, city sights, and one properly memorable island crossing to Miyajima. It suits people who want to cover the classic Japan highlights without planning the route themselves.

What you'll do

  • Explore Asakusa's temples and Kamakura's historic sites
  • See Shibuya Crossing and Tokyo's modern energy
  • Take in Mount Fuji from the shores of Lake Kawaguchi
  • Ride the bullet train to Kyoto and visit the Golden Pavilion
  • Wander Gion, Kyoto's geisha district
  • Visit Hiroshima's Peace Park and take the ferry to Miyajima's floating torii gate
Good to know
  • Fast-paced — you cover Tokyo, Kyoto, Hiroshima, and Osaka over 12 days with a fair amount of train travel
  • Fully guided throughout, so transfers and logistics are taken care of
Tour dupe
Same trip, less money
£716 less all-in
Highlights of Japan
4.8from £2,04013 days
The trade-off: 1 more night for less, with a different operator.
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Best month to go

Departing in Jul is cheapest — from £2,765, about 12% below the priciest month (Apr).

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Getting there

Narita
One-way · arrive 24 Jul 26

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Where to stay

A night before your tour in Narita · 24 Jul25 Jul

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