10 Day Insider Japan Small Group Tour Package

You won’t find this kind of rich experience anywhere else! With our 10 Day Insider Japan Small Group Tour Package, discover geisha culture, hands-on culinary adventures, and traditional icons. In Tokyo, find serenity in the Imperial Palace Gardens, Meiji Jingu Shrine, and Senso-ji Temple. Then, join a small group for a day trip to Nikko, filled with natural wonders like the Kegon Falls. Roll up your sleeves and make your own ramen and explore the bustling food stalls of Tsukiji Market before taking a bullet train to Kyoto. Unwind in a gorgeous ryokan, embracing Japanese simplicity for the next few days. The Golden Pavilion will amaze you, and a trek through the world-famous bamboo forest will serve as the perfect photo op. Participate in a traditional tea ceremony and meet Nara’s friendly deer. Wrap up in Osaka, home to the iconic Glico Man, Hozenji Temple, and Osaka Castle.

Looking to explore Japan’s rich culture, from modern marvels to ancient traditions? Our 10 Day Insider Japan Small Group Tour Package is what dreams are made of! Packed with enriching experiences, from ramen making to a tea ceremony, indulge in hundred-year traditions. Spend 9 nights in stunning hotels, including a ryokan in Kyoto, enjoy smooth transfers, and learn from knowledgeable local guides in small-group settings. Book this immersive tour now!

10 Day Insider Japan Small Group Tour Package Highlights

Stroll through Tokyo’s Imperial Palace Gardens, Shibuya, Harajuku, and more
Make your own ramen and savor local flavors at Tsukiji Market
Discover Nikko’s waterfalls and Nara’s Great Buddha
Travel in style with bullet train rides and knowledgeable local guides
Enjoy small-group tours for a truly immersive experience
Wander Kyoto’s top sites and Osaka’s iconic landmarks, from temples to castles
Join a tea ceremony while dressed in a traditional kimono
Stay in a stunning Tokyo hotel and a ryokan inn, enhancing your unique journey

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10 Day Insider Japan Small Group Tour Package Itinerary

Day 1 - Arrival in Tokyo

Optional airport transfer
Overnight in Tokyo

Day 2 - Tokyo

Enjoy the Imperial Palace Gardens and admire the Nijubashi Bridge from a distance
Head to the Asakusa neighborhood
Pass Nakamise-dori street on your way to Senso-ji Temple
Visit the famous Senso-ji Temple
Free time for lunch
Visit the Meiji Jingu Shrine - the most famous Shinto shrine
Check out the colorful and vibrant Harajuku district
In the commercial ward of Shibuya, see the famous Shibuya Crossing
Overnight in Tokyo

Day 3 - Nikko

Visit the spectacular Kegon Falls, one of Japan's most famous waterfalls
Drive to Lake Chuzenji and admire the scenic views beside the water
Stop at the sacred Shinkyo Bridge for photos
Free time for lunch (not included) and exploring at your own pace
Visit the ornate Toshogu Shrine, Nikko's most famous UNESCO-listed site
Return to Tokyo
Overnight in Tokyo

Day 4 - Free Day in Tokyo

Free day to roam the capital city on your own, from museums to colorful cafes
Overnight in Tokyo

Day 5 - Ramen Cooking Class

Take a hands-on ramen cooking class
Learn trade secrets and techniques from seasoned local experts
Craft your own authentic bowl of ramen
Savor your handmade creation
Overnight in Tokyo

Day 6 - Tsukiji Fish Market

Visit the Tsukiji Hongwan-ji Temple to observe the purification ritual
Start your food tour by exploring the Tsukiji Outer Market
Stop at different vendors and sample an array of foods
Enjoy several tastings of traditional foods, like seafood and savory meat
End at the Namiyoke Shrine, a guardian site for Tsukiji’s merchants
Overnight in Tokyo

Day 7 - Transfer to Kyoto & Tea Ceremony

Bullet train to Kyoto
Choose and dress in a traditional kimono
In a historic machiya tea house, learn tea rituals with a tea master
Prepare and enjoy your own matcha with wagashi sweets
Capture moments in a serene Gion garden
Overnight in a Ryokan in Kyoto

Day 8 - Kyoto & Nara

Visit the stunning Golden Pavilion (Kinkaku-ji Temple)
Stroll through the Arashiyama Bamboo Forest
Head to Fushimi Inari Shrine and walk through the many red torii gates
Free time for lunch
Arrive in Nara
Visit Todai-ji Temple and the Great Buddha
Free time in Nara Park: meet the friendly Sika deer
Overnight in a Ryokan in Kyoto

Day 9 - Osaka

Train to Osaka
See Osaka Castle, a 16th-century marvel
Free time for lunch (not included) and exploring at your own pace
Experience the neon energy of Dotonbori along the canal
Take photos of the famous Glico Man and Hozenji Temple
Return to Kyoto by train
Overnight in a Ryokan in Kyoto

Day 10 - Departure

Optional transfers to Kansai Airport (KIX) or Tokyo city center are available

NB - all timings on 10 Day Insider Japan Small Group Tour Package are approximate

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Important Details

Includes

All touring and accommodation

Hand-picked expert tour guide

Tokyo Metro pass during the Tokyo Day Tour

Bullet Train (Shinkansen): Tokyo-Kyoto

Train: Kyoto-Osaka-Kyoto

Entrance fees: Nikko Toshogu Shrine, Tea Ceremony

Meals & tastings: 4-5 traditional food tastings at the Tsukiji Fish Market, Bowl of Ramen during the Cooking Class

Excludes

Anything not mentioned above

Entrance fees: Kyoto & Nara (approx. 1300 JPY per person), Kegon Falls (approx. 600 JPY per person)

Personal travel insurance

Gratuities

Essential Information

Each day will be led by an expert local guide to provide an enhanced experience along Tourist Journey's values

Choose your own hotel from our hand-picked selection during the booking process

The order of the days is subject to change so that we can optimize your itinerary to provide the best experience

During the booking process, it's possible to add extra nights of accommodation before or after the tour package

During the booking process, it's possible to add airport transfers. Arrival & departure transportation include the Narita Express, Metro Pass, Kansai Airport Bus, or the Nankai Limited Express Rapi:t, which are the most convenient options to reach centralized locations in Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka. From there you can reach your hotel easily. For a small fee, you can upgrade to a private airport transfer with hotel pickup/drop off. Please contact us for more information

Transfers between hotels and train stations are not included in the package

Participants are responsible for making their own way between the hotels and meeting points. Unless otherwise requested, included hotels are chosen for their close proximity to the meeting points

Tsukiji Market: Unfortunately, we’re unable to accommodate vegan or vegetarian dietary restrictions. While we will do our best to cater to other dietary needs (such as gluten-free and pescatarian), we cannot guarantee that all requests will be met. Food tastings may slightly vary based on availability

Nikko Tour: For those who aren’t able to climb the 200 stone steps within the Toshogu Shrine complex, can skip this portion of the tour. Entry to the Kegon Falls is optional, visitors can buy tickets at the falls

Osaka Tour: We recommend purchasing your Osaka Metro pass before the tour