Premium Japan 12 Day small group trip - Intrepid
Ancient culture, celebrated cuisine and stunning scenery come together in Japan.
Experience Japan’s perfect harmony of ancient tradition and a modern way of life on this 12-day Premium adventure through the cultural heart of the country. You’ll start among Tokyo’s soaring skyscrapers, making your way to Hakone’s mountainous hot springs and find the meaning of relaxation in a cloud of fragrant steam. Then, head to Takayama, which delights with its Edo-era beauty. Shirakawa-go immerses you in charming countryside life before you discover the intriguing cultural diversity of Kyoto. Find a passion for peace in Hiroshima, take a sushi-making class with an expert, soak away your worries in an onsen and travel with a local leader who will share the rich variety of their country as you visit temples, castles, shrines and holy mountains.
Pricing is based on 30 June, 06 December & 10 December 2026 departures.
Itinerary:
Tokyo (3 nights), Hakone (1 night), Takayama (2 nights), Shirakawa-go, Hiroshima (2 nights), Kyoto (3 nights)
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Travel Dates
For travel 4 May 2026 - 31 Mar 2027
*Per person, twin share
12 Days From
$9,432*
Includes
Accommodation: 10 nights Hotel & 1 night Hakone Feature Stay.
Trip Leader: Local leader.
Transport: Boat, Public Bus, Cable Car, Ferry, Metro, Bullet Train, Train.
Meals: 11 breakfasts, 2 lunches & 4 dinners.
Activities & Attractions: Tokyo - Welcome dinner; Tokyo - Sensoji Temple; Tokyo - Shibuya walking tour; Tokyo - Meiji Jingu Shrine; Tokyo - Yoyogi Park; Tokyo - Tokyo Skytree; Tokyo - Tsukiji Outer Market; Tokyo - Sushi Making Class; Hakone - Cable car/Ropeway; Hakone - Lake Ashinoko boat cruise; Takayama - Leader-led walking tour (with street food sampling); Takayama - Showa Museum; Takayama - Shirakawago Village; Takayama - Morning Market visit; Hiroshima - Okonomiyaki dinner; Hiroshima - Leader-led orientation walk; Hiroshima - Miyajima Island day trip; Miyajima - Itsukushima-jinja Shrine; Hiroshima - Peace Park & A - Bomb Dome; Hiroshima - Peace Museum; Himeji - Himeji Castle; Kyoto - Gion District walk; Kyoto - Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion); Kyoto - Daitokuji Temple; Kyoto - Zen Buddhism meditation session; Kyoto - Fushimi Inari-Taisha; Kyoto - Sake Brewery & tasting; Kyoto - Final dinner.
Bonus
Price includes a discount of $2358* per person, sale ends 17 May 2026