The Colours of Japan 10 Days

Upon arrival at the airport, after passport control and baggage reclaim, transfer to Tokyo, the current capital. 

* The rooms are available from 15:00. English-speaking assistant available from the airport to the hotel for information and check-in. Airport-hotel transfer by public transport. Telephone support for the duration of the stay. Assistance upon arrival and transfer can be shared with other tour participants.

Breakfast at hotel. 

We start with a splendid view of the megalopolis from the observatory of the Bunkyo Civic Center and panoramic view of the Imperial Palace Plaza, with the famous Nijubashi Bridge. We will then visit the Edo Fukagawa Museum where we find life-size representations of daily life in the area at the time. Finally we will take you to visit the characteristic Asakusa district, Senso-ji Temple, the oldest in the city, and the long Nakamise-dori boulevard with its traditional shops stand. 

Lunch included.

* For tour starting from 1May 2026

Breakfast at the hotel.

We will begin the visit at the Shinto shrine Meiji Jingu, to discover Japanese history and culture. We will continue with a walk in the Harajuku district, known for its fashion and unique stores. We will then visit the quaint neighborhood of Asakusa, with its Senso-ji temple, the oldest in the city, and Nakamisedori Avenue, famous for its traditional stores. Finally, we will take you to enjoy a splendid view of the megalopolis from the Sunshine 60 Observatory

Lunch included.

Breakfast at hotel. 

Full day free at your disposal, or join an Optional guided tour.

Kamakura & Hakone visit Full day guided tour in English. *Not bookable on site 

Full-day guided tour in English. Depart for Kamakura and visit the famous Great Buddha, the monumental statue originally housed in the Kotokuin temple that has stood alone under the Kamakura sky since 1495, when the temple was destroyed by a tsunami; and then to the Hasedera Temple, with its splendid garden full of hydrangeas and colourful flowers. In the afternoon, excursion to the natural beauty of Hakone, from which the majestic Mount Fuji can be seen in the distance (weather permitting). Visit to the sacred Hakone Shrine and the 'boiling' valley of Owakudani. Meals not included. 

NOTES: The order of visits may be subject to change for organizational reasons.

Price: Yen 77,500 per person (Minimum of 2 persons)

* For tour starting from 1May 2026

Breakfast at the hotel.

Full day free at leisure.

--- Optional guided tour --- Visit Kamakura & Hakone *Not bookable on site

Full-day guided tour in English. Depart for Kamakura and visit the famous Great Buddha, the monumental statue originally housed in Kotokuin Temple that has stood solitary below the Kamakura sky since 1495, when the temple was destroyed by a tsunami; and in followed by Hasedera Temple, with its splendid garden filled with hydrangeas and colorful flowers. Next, we will continue to Enoshima, a picturesque island connected to the mainland by a bridge. An ideal destination for a day trip, Enoshima is a renowned beach destination, offering a unique combination of culture, relaxed atmosphere and breathtaking views. In fact, in good weather, it is possible to admire a stunning view of Mount Fuji against the backdrop of the ocean. The island, considered the home of the “goddess nude,” is known for the Enoshima Shrine, dedicated to the goddess of luck and wealth, Benzaiten. Meals not included.

Price: Yen 43,750 per person (Minimum of 2 persons)

****Your luggage will be transported separately to Osaka by courier. Please remember to prepare hand luggage for one night in Kaga Onsen****

Breakfast at the hotel.

Full-day guided tour in English. Transfer to Tokyo Station by private coach and departure by Shinkansen bullet train (2nd class - reserved seats) to Kanazawa station. Full day dedicated to visiting Kanazawa, a town that will take you back to feudal Japan. Visit the Kenroku-en, one of the three most beautiful landscape gardens in Japan, and the Nomura Family house-museum, where the samurai spirit has been handed down for 11 generations. To finish, walk among the ancient dwellings of Higashi Chaya, the geisha quarter.

Transfer to the renowned spa resort of Kaga Onsen by private coach and check-in at the ryokan, where you can immediately relax with a nice hot bath. Dinner in traditional Japanese style included.

Breakfast at the ryokan. 

Full day guided tour in English. 

Departure by private coach to Shirakawago, the village with characteristic thatched-roof houses, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. After the visit, depart for Osaka by Shinkansen until Tsuruga, and proceed by express train to Osaka (2nd class - reserved seats). Upon arrival, after checking in at your hotel, you will drive to the center on your own and discover the city's vibrant nightlife.

**** Your luggage will be transported separately to Kyoto by courier. Remember to prepare hand luggage for one night in Hiroshima **** 

Breakfast at hotel. 

Full day guided tour in English. 

Transfer to Himeji by private coach and visit to Kokoen Garden and the town's grand castle, dating from the Sengoku period and listed as a UNESCO heritage site in 1993. The castle is nicknamed 'White Heron' because of its brilliant white colour. You will then continue on to Hiroshima, again by private coach. Arrival and check-in at your hotel in Hiroshima. Dinner included.

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Breakfast at hotel. 

Full day guided tour in English. 

Transfer to the island of Miyajima by private coach and ferry. Visit to Miyajima, "an island where humanbeings and gods coexist", to discover the splendid Itsukushima Shrine, made up of a series of stilted structures dating back to the 6th century, known mainly for its majestic torii, a sacred gateway on the coast. For lunch, enjoy okonomiyaki (a typical dish of the region cooked on the griddle) at a local restaurant. Visit to the Peace Memorial Museum and Park and the Atomic Bomb Dome, the famous building that survived the 1945 bombing and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Departure from Hiroshima for Kyoto by Shinkansen train (2nd class, reserved seats). Arrival in Kyoto and transfer to hotel on foot.

Breakfast at hotel. 

Full day dedicated to visiting Kyoto and Nara with English-speaking guide and by private coach. 

Visit to the Golden Pavilion of Kinkaku-ji, the temple symbol of the city made famous by the novel by the writer Yukio Mishima, and the Ryoan-ji Temple with its Zen rock garden. In the afternoon, transfer by private bus to Nara and visit Todai-ji, a temple housing the Great Buddha, one of the world's largest bronze statues. The building is located in Nara Park, where numerous deer live in semi-freedom. Return to Kyoto, stopping en route at the Fushimi Inari Taisha to admire its endless red portals. 

Lunch included.

Breakfast at hotel. 

Free day free at your disposal or join Optional tour.

Visit Kyoto & Arashiyama *Not bookable on site

The morning is dedicated to a guided tour in English of the Kiyomizu-dera Temple, founded in 798 (the current buildings are reconstructions from 1633), and its surrounding (Sannen-zaka) and a walk through the heart of the Gion district. In the afternoon visit to one of the most fascinating places in the city: Arashiyama, where you will find the Togetsu Bridge, which has stood over the Oi River for hundreds of years inspiring artists of all ages, the Tenryu-ji Zen Temple with its refined garden looking towards the mountains, and the famous Bamboo Forest, immersed in a unique and evocative atmosphere. Return to the hotel.

Price: Yen 52,500 per person (Minimum of 2 persons)

* Rooms are available until 10:00. 

Breakfast at hotel. 

Self-service transfer without assistance to the airport by public transport based on their availability (limousine bus tickets included). 

Departure from Kansai Airport.