Independent Tokyo, Kyoto & Osaka City Stays
Independent Tokyo, Kyoto & Osaka City Stays
Independent Tokyo, Kyoto & Osaka City Stays
9 Days Starting in Tokyo, Japan and ending in Osaka, Japan
Visiting: Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka
Tour operator:
Tour code:
IAJ3-2024
Group Type:
Independent
Guide Type:
Self Guided
Tour operated in:
EnglishInterests:
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Tour Overview
Journey through Japan on this fascinating Globus Independent tour. A “prefecture” and capital of Japan, Tokyo is the world’s most populous metro area and home to unlimited choices—shopping, dining, entertainment, historic temples and sites, peaceful gardens, and excellent museums. Your private guided sightseeing tour includes Meiji Shrine, a 20th-century Shinto monument built within a man-made forest; browse the bustling Nakamise Shopping Arcade; and visit one of the city’s most dazzling temples, the Asakusa Kannon Temple. You’ll also ascend the Tokyo Skytree for spectacular views over the city. During your free day, you may choose a trip to Mount Fuji. A highlight of the vacation is the shinkansen (bullet train) ride from Tokyo to Kyoto. Reaching nearly 200-miles-per-hour, this is by far the most entertaining way to travel between cities. The “cradle” of Japan’s cultural heritage, Kyoto, was the country’s capital and residence of the emperor from the 8th until the 19th centuries. Your private guided sightseeing tour includes visits to Sanjusangendo Temple, the Samurai Museum, where you can learn about Japanese history and see authentic swords and armor, and the beautiful Temple of the Gold Pavilion. Built on a lake and surrounded by a thick forest, the image of the temple’s reflection in the water is a can’t-miss photo opportunity and memorable scenic view. You’ll also walk through Gion and explore the thousands of Torii Gates at Fushimi Inari Shrine. Take some I-time for a visit nearby Nara or to explore Nishiki Market. End your exploration of Japan in Osaka with visits to Osaka Castle and Minami, the famous entertainment district and where the locals go for fun.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive In Tokyo,Japan
Location: Tokyo
Accommodation Name: Hilton Tokyo
Welcome to Japan! Your hotel is available for mid-afternoon check-in.ARRIVE IN TOKYO, JAPANWelcome to Japan! Your hotel is available for mid-afternoon check-in.
Day 2: Tokyo
Location: Tokyo
Accommodation Name: Hilton Tokyo
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
TOKYO• Today, hop on Tokyo’s subway system for a private guided sightseeing tour of the city. Start with a visit to Meiji Shrine, a magnificent 20th-century Shinto monument set in a man-made forest. • At Tokyo Skytree ascend to Sorakara Point on floor 450 at some 450 meters/1500 feet, the highest point visitors can explore. Here you’ll marvel at the stunning panoramic views over the city and and, on a clear day, Mount Fuji.• Tour the Samurai and Ninja Museum for a hands-on history lesson of Japan’s famous warriors, including the armor, weapons, and swords from the Medieval era.• Lastly, visit bustling Nakamise shopping arcade and Asakusa Kannon Temple, the oldest of their kind in Tokyo. (B,L)
Day 3: Tokyo
Location: Tokyo
Accommodation Name: Hilton Tokyo
Meals Included: Breakfast
TOKYO• Enjoy a full day at your leisure.Today's I-Time TipsEnjoy a full day at leisure for your own discoveries. Utilize your included Tokyo Metro Pass to explore more of Tokyo’s unique neighborhoods, take a day trip to Mount Fuji, or visit the street-food markets for local specialties. (B)
Day 4: Tokyo,Kyoto
Location: Kyoto
Accommodation Name: Kyoto Century Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
TOKYO–KYOTO• Today, travel by shinkansen (bullet train) to historic Kyoto, former capital of Japan. (B)
Day 5: Kyoto
Location: Kyoto
Accommodation Name: Kyoto Century Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
KYOTO• Your private guided sightseeing tour uses efficient public transportation to take you around the city. Start at stunning Kinkakuji, Temple of the Gold Pavilion, covered with shimmering gold leaf. • Next, take a walking tour through Gion, Kyoto’s most famous geisha district, which is also known for its high concentration of machiya-style merchant houses. • Continue to Sanjusangendo Temple, famous for 1,001 statues of Kannon, the Buddhist goddess of mercy. Flanking the main statue are 1,000 life-sized statues, covered in gold leaf, with 40 arms said to have the power to save 25 worlds. • Finish with a visit to Fushimi Inari Shrine, renowned for the thousands of brightly colored Torii Gate.(B,L)
Day 6: Kyoto
Location: Kyoto
Accommodation Name: Kyoto Century Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
KYOTO• Enjoy a full day at your leisure. Today's I-Time TipsTake an excursion to nearby Nara or explore more of Kyotos historic temples and shrines using your included subway and bus pass. (B)
Day 7: Kyoto,Osaka
Location: Osaka
Accommodation Name: Imperial Hotel Osaka
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
KYOTO–OSAKA• Drive to Osaka where your private guided sightseeing tour starts at Osaka Castle and the surrounding park.• Then explore Minami, the city’s famous entertainment district, encompassing the districts of Shinsaibashi and Namba and the famed Dontonbori Street. Start with lunch featuring okonomiyaki, a delicious pancake dish famous in Osaka. Then, explore this exciting area by foot with your guide. From museums and shopping to theater and dining, this is where the locals come for fun!(B,L)
Day 8: Osaka
Location: Osaka
Accommodation Name: Imperial Hotel Osaka
Meals Included: Breakfast
OSAKA• Enjoy a full day at your leisure.Today's I-Time TipsReturn to Minami for further exploration or visit the Open-Air Museum of Japanese Farm Houses. Whatever you choose to do, we’ve included a subway and bus pass to help you get around. (B)
Day 9: Osaka
Location: Osaka
Accommodation Name: Imperial Hotel Osaka
Meals Included: Breakfast
OSAKAYour vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (B)
What's Included
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Accommodation
Stay at Hilton Tokyo in Tokyo, Kyoto Century Hotel in Kyoto, and Imperial Hotel Osaka in Osaka.
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Meals
Breakfast daily and 3 lunches are included.
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Guided Sightseeing Tours
Private guided sightseeing tours in Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka.
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Transportation
Travel by shinkansen (bullet train) from Tokyo to Kyoto and by private vehicle from Kyoto to Osaka.
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Public Transportation Passes
Included Tokyo Metro Pass, Kyoto subway and bus pass, and Osaka subway and bus pass.
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Entrance Fees
Entrance fees to Meiji Shrine, Tokyo Skytree, Samurai and Ninja Museum, Nakamise shopping arcade, Asakusa Kannon Temple, Kinkakuji, Sanjusangendo Temple, Fushimi Inari Shrine, and Osaka Castle.
What's Not Included
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International Flights
International flights to and from Japan are not included.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included and is recommended.
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Personal Expenses
Personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional meals, and beverages are not included.
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Optional Excursions
Optional excursions and activities during leisure time are not included.
Meals
Breakfast daily; 3 lunches
Accommodation
Tokyo: Hilton Tokyo, Kyoto: Kyoto Century Hotel, Osaka: Imperial Hotel Osaka
Check out our Q&As
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What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?
The tour provides accommodation at Hilton Tokyo in Tokyo, Kyoto Century Hotel in Kyoto, and Imperial Hotel Osaka in Osaka.
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What activities are included in the guided sightseeing tour in Tokyo?
The guided sightseeing tour in Tokyo includes visits to Meiji Shrine, Tokyo Skytree's Sorakara Point, the Samurai and Ninja Museum, Nakamise shopping arcade, and Asakusa Kannon Temple.
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What can I do during the leisure day in Tokyo?
During the leisure day in Tokyo, you can use your included Tokyo Metro Pass to explore more of Tokyo’s unique neighborhoods, take a day trip to Mount Fuji, or visit the street-food markets for local specialties.
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How will I travel from Tokyo to Kyoto?
You will travel from Tokyo to Kyoto by shinkansen, also known as the bullet train.
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What are the highlights of the guided sightseeing tour in Kyoto?
The guided sightseeing tour in Kyoto includes visits to Kinkakuji (Temple of the Gold Pavilion), a walking tour through Gion, Sanjusangendo Temple, and Fushimi Inari Shrine.
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What can I do during the leisure day in Kyoto?
During the leisure day in Kyoto, you can take an excursion to nearby Nara or explore more of Kyoto's historic temples and shrines using your included subway and bus pass.
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What activities are included in the guided sightseeing tour in Osaka?
The guided sightseeing tour in Osaka includes visits to Osaka Castle and the surrounding park, and exploring Minami, the city’s famous entertainment district, including Shinsaibashi, Namba, and Dontonbori Street. The tour also includes lunch featuring okonomiyaki.
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What can I do during the leisure day in Osaka?
During the leisure day in Osaka, you can return to Minami for further exploration or visit the Open-Air Museum of Japanese Farm Houses. A subway and bus pass is included to help you get around.
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What meals are included in the tour?
The tour includes breakfast daily and 3 lunches.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
For over 90 years.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest Covid-19 policies
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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.
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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.
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