8-Nights Japan Express: Osaka to Tokyo - Classic
G Adventures · 8 days
Escorted
From $3,499 per person
From the Buddhist monks of Koyasan to the high rollers of Tokyo, see the many faces of Japan on this condensed tour beginning in Osaka. Savour the region’s culinary delicacies and the beautiful views at Mt Fuji. You'll stay in a mountain temple and really soak up local culture in onsen hot springs. A great combination of the traditional and the contemporary, this adventure provides a taste of the rich culture of Japan.
Highlights
Take in views of Mt Fuji, stay in temple lodging and learn about Buddhism, gaze at the famous floating torii gate in Miyajima, explore Kyoto's Nijo Castle
Accommodation
Hotels (7 nts), mountain monastery (1 nt, shared facilities).
Group Leader
CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout.
Group Size Notes
Max 15, avg 12
Meals Included
3 breakfasts, 2 dinners
What's Included
Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group Your Local Living Moment: Overnight in Mount Koya Temple, Koyasan. Hiroshima Peace Park and Museum visit. Miyajima Island excursion. Nijo Castle and gardens visit. Gion walk. Fushimi Inari shrine visit. Lake Ashino-ko boat ride. Traditional kaiseki meal. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.
Air
Itinerary
Mt. Fuji
Koyasan (Mt. Koya)
Tokyo
Excursions
Wheeling Your Way Through Tokyo - 6 Hours
— Optional Private Excursions
Forget the bus, get out of the car, and by no means take the subway – experience Tokyo by bicycle a seemingly unusual way to explore one of the world’s largest megalopolises. But once on your bike and pedaling through the city’s many and varied neighborhoods you will experience Tokyo in a truly unique way.
You will transfer to Chuo-ku, Tokyo where you choose your bicycle and try it out before setting off. Once ready and under the supervision of your cycling guide set off for the Tour de Tokyo pedaling your way through some of the distinctive districts that make Tokyo so memorable:–
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Tsukishima (traditional market area famed for its monjayaki savoury pancake) and Tsukiji Outer Market the largest seafood market in the world.
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Ginza (Tokyo’s chic shopping district – the city’s “Fifth Avenue”)
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Shinbashi Station (Japan’s oldest railway station)
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Azabu Juban Village (eclectic, eccentric and exciting – where trendy meets traditional)
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Roppongi, Aoyama and Harajuku & Omotesando (iconic architecture and fashion forward for today’s Tokyo)
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Yoyogi Park (site of the 1964 Olympic Village – weather permitting enjoy a picnic lunch)
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The New National Stadium (site of the 2020 Opening Ceremonies)
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Meiji Jingu Shrine (Tokyo’s revered Shinto Shrine set within a verdant forest park)
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Yoyogi National Stadium (Tange Kenzo’s stunning design for the 1964 Tokyo Olympic Games)
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Jingu Gaien Mall (the beautiful Gingko lined Avenue)
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Akasaka Palace (the magnificent State Guest House)
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Parliament House (the site of the National Diet)
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Imperial Palace Grounds (The Iconic Nijubashi Bridge and the moat)
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Tokyo Station + KITTE (Marunouchi Minami Exit side)
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15:00: Arrive at Chuo-ku, Tokyo – the end of this Tokyo tour
Kyoto
Hiroshima
Osaka
Excursions
Kobe - Osaka Day Tour
— Optional Private Excursions
Highlights:
- Osaka Castle
- Umeda Sky Building
- Shitennoji Temple
- Dontonbori
Tour can operate: Afternoon
Wheelchair Accessible: No – due to the nature of the sites and the transportation
Physical Activity Level: Moderate – involves walking and exploring multiple sites
Inclusions: (include any info regarding transportation to/from the Cruise ship in this section)
- Transfers and sightseeing as specified in the itinerary by private vehicle
- Services of driver and private English-speaking guide during sightseeing and transfers (different guide and driver in each city)
- Local restaurant lunches including 1 drink per person (soft drink, local beer, bottled water, tea or coffee)
- Pier permits
- Complimentary local bottled water during sightseeing/transfers
- Entrance fees while sightseeing
- Any accommodations/ meals/ flights/ sightseeing/ transfers other than specified
- Excess baggage charges
- Gratuities to the local guides and drivers
- Travel insurance (recommended)
- Any expenses of a personal nature such as laundry, minibar charges, telephone charges, etc.
- Any visa
Available Dates
| From | To | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 14, 2026 | Sep 22, 2026 | $3,899 |
| Sep 16, 2026 | Sep 24, 2026 | $3,899 |
| Sep 18, 2026 | Sep 26, 2026 | $3,899 |
| Sep 21, 2026 | Sep 29, 2026 | $3,899 |
| Sep 23, 2026 | Oct 1, 2026 | $3,899 |
| Sep 25, 2026 | Oct 3, 2026 | $3,899 |
| Sep 28, 2026 | Oct 6, 2026 | $3,899 |
| Sep 30, 2026 | Oct 8, 2026 | $3,899 |
| Oct 2, 2026 | Oct 10, 2026 | $3,899 |
| Oct 5, 2026 | Oct 13, 2026 | $3,899 |
| Oct 7, 2026 | Oct 15, 2026 | $3,899 |
| Oct 9, 2026 | Oct 17, 2026 | $3,899 |
| Oct 10, 2026 | Oct 18, 2026 | $3,899 |
| Oct 12, 2026 | Oct 20, 2026 | $3,899 |
| Oct 14, 2026 | Oct 22, 2026 | $3,899 |
| Oct 16, 2026 | Oct 24, 2026 | $3,899 |
| Oct 19, 2026 | Oct 27, 2026 | $3,899 |
| Oct 21, 2026 | Oct 29, 2026 | $3,899 |
| Oct 23, 2026 | Oct 31, 2026 | $3,899 |
| Oct 26, 2026 | Nov 3, 2026 | $3,899 |
| Oct 28, 2026 | Nov 5, 2026 | $3,899 |
| Oct 30, 2026 | Nov 7, 2026 | $3,899 |
| Nov 2, 2026 | Nov 10, 2026 | $3,699 |
| Nov 4, 2026 | Nov 12, 2026 | $3,699 |
| Nov 6, 2026 | Nov 14, 2026 | $3,699 |
| Nov 9, 2026 | Nov 17, 2026 | $3,699 |
| Nov 11, 2026 | Nov 19, 2026 | $3,699 |
| Nov 13, 2026 | Nov 21, 2026 | $3,699 |
| Nov 16, 2026 | Nov 24, 2026 | $3,699 |
| Nov 18, 2026 | Nov 26, 2026 | $3,699 |
| Nov 20, 2026 | Nov 28, 2026 | $3,699 |
| Nov 25, 2026 | Dec 3, 2026 | $3,699 |
| Nov 27, 2026 | Dec 5, 2026 | $3,699 |
| Dec 2, 2026 | Dec 10, 2026 | $3,699 |
| Dec 4, 2026 | Dec 12, 2026 | $3,699 |
| Dec 9, 2026 | Dec 17, 2026 | $3,699 |
| Dec 11, 2026 | Dec 19, 2026 | $3,699 |
| Dec 16, 2026 | Dec 24, 2026 | $3,699 |
| Dec 18, 2026 | Dec 26, 2026 | $3,699 |
| Dec 25, 2026 | Jan 2, 2027 | $3,699 |
| Dec 30, 2026 | Jan 7, 2027 | $3,699 |
| Jan 1, 2027 | Jan 9, 2027 | $3,499 |
Terms & Additional Information
Dossier Disclaimer
The information in this trip details document has been compiled with care and is provided in good faith. However it is subject to change, and does not form part of the contract between the client and the operator. The itinerary featured is correct at time of printing. It may differ slightly to the one in the brochure. Occasionally our itineraries change as we make improvements that stem from past travellers, comments and our own research. Sometimes it can be a small change like adding an extra meal along the itinerary. Sometimes the change may result in us altering the tour for the coming year. Ultimately, our goal is to provide you with the most rewarding experience. Please note that our brochure is usually released in November each year. If you have booked from the previous brochure you may find there have been some changes to the itinerary. VERY IMPORTANT: Please ensure that you print a final copy of your Trip Details to review a couple of days prior to travel, in case there have been changes that affect your plans.
Itinerary Disclaimer
While it is our intention to adhere to the route described below, there is a certain amount of flexibility built into the itinerary and on occasion it may be necessary, or desirable to make alterations. The itinerary is brief, as we never know exactly where our journey will take us. Due to our style of travel and the regions we visit, travel can be unpredictable. The Trip Details document is a general guide to the tour and region and any mention of specific destinations or wildlife is by no means a guarantee that they will be visited or encountered. Aboard expedition trips visits to research stations depend on final permission. Additionally, any travel times listed are approximations only and subject to vary due to local circumstances.
All fares are quoted in US Dollars.