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Highlights of Japan: Tokyo to Kyoto

10 days  |  13 days with Hiroshima & Osaka extension  |  Estimated monthly payments as low as $226 CAD

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15–35 travelers
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4.5 out of 5 stars

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Hit every beat of this beloved destination, from Shinto to shabu-shabu.

Japan strikes a balance between tradition and modernity like few other places—where else can you walk from a demure shrine to a dynamic neighborhood in a matter of minutes? If you’re looking to take in this country’s best (think: Mount Fuji, Kyoto’s Temple of the Golden Pavilion, and more), this tour’s your ticket. Book the extension to laid-back Osaka and historic Hiroshima to dig even deeper into the nation’s culture and maybe, just maybe, hit highlights you weren’t expecting to find.

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Your tour package includes

  • 8 nights in handpicked hotels
  • 8 breakfasts
  • 1 lunch
  • 3 dinners with beer or wine
  • 1 cooking class
  • 1 sake tasting
  • 2 food tastings
  • 9 sightseeing tours
  • Expert Tour Director & local guides
  • Private deluxe motor coach
  • 1 train ride

Included highlights

  • Japanese cooking class
  • Mount Fuji
  • Komagatake Ropeway
  • Hakone Open-Air Museum
  • High-speed bullet train ride
  • Golden Pavilion
  • Guided meditation session
  • Nara

Itinerary

Overnight Flight

Day 1: Travel day

Board your overnight flight to Tokyo today.

Tokyo

Day 2: Arrival in Tokyo

Welcome to Japan! Transfer to your hotel and settle in. Then, meet your Tour Director and groupmates at a welcome mixer before calling it a night.

Reviews

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Awesome Tour

5 out of 5 stars

1st-time traveler Alexandria, travelled in Jun 2025

Everything about this tour was perfect! Kumiko-san our tour guide was just amazing. What an incredible human being. Took well care and made sure we were well all the time. She was very informative and had great communication with each of us. The hotels were amazing and overall a...

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Thank you so much for your glowing review! We’re absolutely delighted to hear that your tour was perfect from start to finish. It sounds...

Very good experience!

4 out of 5 stars

3rd-time traveler Carmen, travelled in Jun 2025

The tour was very good included good hotels, with great breakfasts, I wish it woul have included some traditional Japanese theatrical performance.

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Japan

5 out of 5 stars

2nd-time traveler Martin, travelled in May 2025

Our tour guide Kentaro was exceptional. His care of my family of 5 was great. He dealt with every issue we had. His knowledge of the shrines, temples and other sites was first class. I woild recommend EF strickly because of Kentaro. My wife and I did a similiar tour of Japan ...

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Hi Martin, Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We're delighted to hear that your Tour Director provided exceptional care for...

Japan

5 out of 5 stars

2nd-time traveler Devorah, travelled in May 2025

I have been on over 20 tours over the years with various travel companies. Our tour guide, Kentaro, made our tour of Japan one of the best I have ever been on. His knowledge of Japanese history and local sites really added to the tour. Kentaro was able to handle any situation...

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Hi Devorah, Thank you for sharing your feedback about your recent tour with Go Ahead Tours. We are thrilled to hear that your Tour...

Kentaro

5 out of 5 stars

1st-time traveler Jon, travelled in May 2025

Kentaro was such an amazing tour guide, my experience with him in japan was the best trip I've ever had. He was so kind and helpful throughout the tour and made sure each of us was well taken care of. I felt so privileged to have him as a guide because he made sure all of our...

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Thank you for such a heartfelt review! We’re thrilled to hear that your trip to Japan was the best you’ve ever had—and that Kentaro played...

Best trip!

5 out of 5 stars

2nd-time traveler Tryston, travelled in May 2025

Kentaro was such a great Tour Director! He was very knowledgeable about all the locations and took great care of us.

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Thank you for your kind words! We’re so glad to hear that Kentaro made your tour experience so enjoyable. His knowledge and care clearly...

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Hotels

We handpick every hotel to strike the balance of comfort, location, and local charm. Specific accommodations will vary based on your departure date, but these are frequently used hotels for this tour and we're confident you'll be satisfied.

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Tokyo - Grand Nikko Tokyo Daiba

This comfortable hotel is located on Odaiba Island, Tokyo. Guests enjoy a fitness center, restaurant, and room service. Nearby, you’ll find Pallete Town Big Ferris Wheel, Fuji TV Odaiba, and Odaiba Seaside Park.

Mount Fuji Region - Fujisan Mishima Tokyu Hotel

This comfortable hotel is located in Mishima with spectacular views of Mt. Fuji. Guests enjoy the top floor communal bath, bike rentals, and sun terrace. Nearby you’ll find Rakujuen Park, Mishima City Local Museum, and the Sano...

Kyoto - Century Hotel

This classically designed hotel is located in the Shimogyo Ward of Kyoto. Guests enjoy 3 dining options, bicycle rentals, and convenient location. Nearby you'll find the Kyoto National Museum, the Railway Museum, and Nijo Castle.

Osaka - Citadines Namba Osaka

This modern styled hotel is located in high-energy Namba district of Osaka. Guests enjoy comfortable rooms, fitness center and lounge. Nearby you’ll find Komyo-ji Temple, Nipponbashi Park, and the Namba CITY shipping mall.

Hiroshima - Hotel Granvia Hiroshima

This well-located hotel is located in Minami-ku, Hiroshima. Guests enjoy the fitness center, 6 dining options, and live music. Nearby, you'll find Shukkei-en Garden, Hiroshima Castle, and the Atomic Bomb Dome.

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Flights

Round-trip flights are one more thing we handle to make your journey as smooth as possible. Our team of travel experts will find the best flight itinerary for you at a competitive rate, thanks to our partnerships with top airlines.

Add our airfare and you’ll get:

  • Round-trip flight for your tour
  • Airport transfers at your destination
  • A great price locked in today
  • 24/7 support from our dedicated service team
  • Options for arriving early, staying longer, or requesting an upgrade
  • Flexible rebooking options if your tour itinerary changes

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