Land at Narita or Haneda Airport and transfer to your hotel in the city center.
After settling in, join an evening stroll through Asakusa to see Senso-ji Temple.
Enjoy your first taste of Japanese cuisine at a local izakaya.
Highlights:

Senso-ji Temple’s lantern-lit pathways.
Experience Tokyo’s lively ambiance.

Explore Tokyo’s blend of old and new, from Meiji Shrine to the futuristic Odaiba district.
Visit the bustling Tsukiji Outer Market for fresh sushi and street food.
Highlights:

Panoramic views from Tokyo Skytree.
Interactive experiences in the Digital Art Museum.

Take a guided day trip to Nikko, home to UNESCO World Heritage temples and shrines.
Marvel at the intricate architecture of Toshogu Shrine and the scenic Kegon Falls.
Highlights:

Nikko’s serene beauty.
Insights into Japan’s Edo period.

Travel to Kanazawa via Shinkansen.
Explore Kenroku-en Garden, one of Japan’s most beautiful landscape gardens.
Participate in a traditional tea ceremony in a historical tea house.
Highlights:

Immersive cultural experiences in Kanazawa.
Discover Japanese art at the 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art.

Journey to the charming mountain town of Takayama, known for its Edo-period streets.
Visit Shirakawa-go, a UNESCO site famous for its gassho-zukuri farmhouses.
Highlights:

Unique architecture and rural landscapes.
Sampling local sake in Takayama’s breweries.

Travel to the Kiso Valley and hike a scenic portion of the Nakasendo Trail between Magome and Tsumago.
Explore traditional post towns and enjoy a lunch of local specialties.
Highlights:

Peaceful hiking amidst forests and historical sites.
Experience life as it was during Japan’s Edo period.

Transfer to Kyoto and start your day at Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion).
Walk through the enchanting Arashiyama Bamboo Grove and visit the iconic Fushimi Inari Shrine.
Highlights:

Kyoto’s harmonious blend of nature and architecture.
Sunset views at Fushimi Inari’s torii gates.

Travel to Nara to visit Todai-ji Temple, housing the Great Buddha.
Stroll through Nara Park, famous for its friendly deer.
In Uji, savor matcha tea at its finest and visit the Byodo-in Temple.
Highlights:

Cultural immersion in two of Japan’s historic towns.

Take a short train ride to Osaka and dive into its vibrant atmosphere.
Explore Osaka Castle, stroll along Dotonbori, and indulge in takoyaki (octopus balls).
Highlights:

Energetic city vibe and delicious street food.

Enjoy a leisurely morning or final shopping before transferring to Kansai International Airport.
Highlights:

Reflect on a journey filled with memories and insights.