Japan Explorer
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8 Days Tour to Osaka, Nara, Kyoto, Mt. Fuji, Hakone & Tokyo
Download PDF BrochureDiscover the highlights of Japan with a journey through Osaka, Nara, Kyoto, Mt. Fuji, Hakone, and Tokyo. Experience a blend of ancient temples, traditional culture, and modern cityscapes. Visit historic Kyoto and Nara, enjoy scenic views of Mt. Fuji, relax in the hot spring region of Hakone, and explore the vibrant energy of Tokyo. A perfect itinerary to experience the essence of Japan in one trip.
Upon arrival in Osaka, you are met and transferred to your hotel; subject to hotel check in policy, normally check in time is 15:00. The remainder of the day is yours to enjoy at leisure.
Stay 2 nights in Osaka.
Today we will have Osaka city walking tour, the total walk is around 6 kilometres. In the morning, we will start to Floating Garden Observatory, an open-air observatory overlooks the city of Osaka, Awaji Island, and Mt. Ikoma. Enjoy panoramic views from 170 meters above the city. Then followed by a stroll around Umeda Umekita Park, a newly created park in the redevelopment area of Umekita. Ponds and promenades have been built in the vast space of grass, making it an urban oasis with the contrast of surrounding skyscrapers. After lunch, we will take local short train to Osakajokoen Station then board the Aqua Liner and enjoy the cruise along the Ogawa River with beautiful seasonal scenery of famous places and historic spots. We then visit the famous Osaka Castle, a remarkable shogun in the Sengoku period, and is known as the symbol of his power. then return to hotel by a short train.
This morning, depart Osaka and drive to Nara, Japan’s first permanent capital. Visit the majestic Todaiji Temple, one of the country’s most important and historic Buddhist temples. Inside, you’ll find the Great Buddha Hall (Daibutsuden), housing one of the largest bronze Buddha statues in the world. While exploring Nara Park, you’ll likely meet the city’s famous free-roaming deer, considered sacred messengers of the gods. Be sure to try feeding them shika senbei—special deer crackers available from local vendors. In the afternoon, continue your journey to Kyoto and visit the iconic Kinkakuji (Golden Pavilion), a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This stunning Zen Buddhist temple, with its top two floors covered in gold leaf, is beautifully set beside a reflective pond and surrounded by peaceful gardens. Afterward, check in to your hotel in Kyoto for the evening and Japanese dinner served tonight.
Begin your day with a visit to the iconic Kiyomizu-dera Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Kyoto’s most celebrated landmarks. Perched on a hillside, its famous wooden veranda juts out over the valley, offering sweeping views of the city below—especially breathtaking during cherry blossom or autumn foliage seasons. Continue to Arashiyama, a scenic and charming district on Kyoto’s western edge. Stroll across the symbolic Togetsukyo Bridge, explore quaint local shops and cafés. Don’t miss a walk through Arashiyama’s Bamboo Grove, where towering stalks create a magical, tranquil atmosphere. A quick visit to Gion, Kyoto’s geisha district, with hostesses in colorful kimonos often sighted on the wooden Tatsumi Bridge, or amid upscale Japanese restaurants and boutiques on Hanamikoji Street before returning to your hotel.
This morning is at leisure, and you could explore more of Kyoto at your own pace. At noon, transfer to train station and we will take bullet train to Tokyo. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel and stay 3 nights in Tokyo.
Spend a worth full day sightseeing in one of the biggest Metropolitan cities in the world. The tour will start visiting the venerable Asakusa Kannon Temple, also called Sensoji, which has more than 1300 years of history. You will also go to the iconic Tokyo SkyTree. Then we will stop at Tsukiji fish market where you still can find many stalls selling seafood, seasonal fruits, assorted nuts, soft cream, egg rolls, sashimi and more, you will enjoy your own lunch there. Afterwards we will relax and take a cruise along the canal before we return to our hotel. Overnight in Tokyo.
This morning, we drive up Japan’s highest mountain, the iconic Mt Fuji, arguably one of Japan’s most potent symbols. Proceed to Mt Fuji 5th Station to enjoy a breath-taking view of the volcano and its surrounds. After lunch at your own expense, take a leisure scenic cruise on Lake Ashi. It was formed in the caldera of Mount Hakone after the volcano's last eruption 3000 years ago, we then take the Hakone Ropeway to have a 360-degree view of Mount Fuji and Hakone area. We arrive Ohwakudani, also named as Great Boiling Valley, which is formed by volcanic eruption 4000 years ago. With white smoke coming out from the valley with very strong Sulphur smell, you can buy the “Kuro-tamago” (black boiled egg) there with the legend saying that eating one egg will add 7 years to your life.
NOTE: Ascending to Mt. Fuji 5th Station is subject to weather conditions. Alternatively, it will replace with Fujisan World Heritage Center
This morning is at leisure; subject to hotel check out policy.
In time, transfer to the airport for your flight bound for Australia.
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Start in Osaka:
Tue 21/04/2026
Finish in Tokyo:
Tue 28/04/2026
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Tour code: JE260421
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| Land Only | $4180 | Book |
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Start in Osaka:
Tue 19/05/2026
Finish in Tokyo:
Tue 26/05/2026
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Tour code: JE260519
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| Land Only | $4180 | Book |
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Start in Osaka:
Tue 16/06/2026
Finish in Tokyo:
Tue 23/06/2026
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Tour code: JE260616
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| Land Only | $4180 | Book |
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Start in Osaka:
Tue 28/07/2026
Finish in Tokyo:
Tue 04/08/2026
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Tour code: JE260728
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| Land Only | $4180 | Book |
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Start in Osaka:
Tue 08/09/2026
Finish in Tokyo:
Tue 15/09/2026
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Tour code: JE260908
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| Land Only | $4180 | Book |
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Start in Osaka:
Tue 13/10/2026
Finish in Tokyo:
Tue 20/10/2026
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Tour code: JE261013
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| Land Only | $4180 | Book |
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Start in Osaka:
Tue 10/11/2026
Finish in Tokyo:
Tue 17/11/2026
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Tour code: JE261110
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| Land Only | $4280 | Book |
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Start in Osaka:
Tue 08/12/2026
Finish in Tokyo:
Tue 15/12/2026
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Tour code: JE261208
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| Land Only | $4180 | Book |
Remarks
- This tour is guaranteed to depart at a minimum of 6 participants.
- Land only price: Tour starts from Arrival transfer in Osaka to Departure transfer in Tokyo, excludes any international flights.
- Visa: Not required for Australia passport holder for a stay up to 90 days.
- Sakura (cherry Blossom) period:Late March - Mid April; subject to weather conditions.
- Single supplement: $945
- 4* hotel references:
- Osaka Holiday Inn Namba
- Kyoto Miyako Hotel Hachijo
- Tokyo Price Hotel
Inclusions
- Fully inclusive tour with all transfers between airports / piers / stations and hotels in each city; daily sightseeing and entrance fees as per itinerary; professional English speaking local guides and cruise etc. Mea Code on itinerary (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner, BD=buffet dinner, SD=specialty dinner, WD=western dinner).
- Most of our hotels are 4 star international standard hotels with twin share superior class accommodation. All rooms have private facilities, telephone, colour TV and in-room internet facilities. Many hotels have a swimming pool.
- Professional English speaking through guide will accompany the group throughout the trip. This is subject to the minimum of 10 clients for each tour. Should the group be less than 10 people, the local guide will meet you at the airport / station upon your arrival and return you to the station / airport for your next destination.
- Driver guide may be arranged for group size under 6 people.
- CBT Holidays travel wallet and travel kits.