Skip to main content
EF Go Ahead logo

Highlights of Japan: Tokyo to Kyoto

10 days  |  13 days with Osaka & Hiroshima extension

Group size
15–35 travelers
Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars

206
Activity level

Discover how centuries-old traditions coexist with cutting-edge culture.

The traditional tea ceremony is the embodiment of Japanese hospitality, representing harmony, respect, purity, and tranquility. You’ll experience this Zen aesthetic every day of your tour—and not only while drinking tea. Uncover ancient temples alongside futuristic cityscapes and witness how Japan’s art, architecture, and day-to-day culture continue to reflect its time-honored philosophies.

Special departures

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
  • Lake Ashi
  • Hakone Open-Air Museum
  • High-speed bullet train ride
  • Golden Pavilion
  • Guided meditation session
  • Nara
  • Kuromon Ichiba Market

Itinerary

Overnight Flight

Day 1: Travel day

Board your overnight flight to Tokyo today.

Tokyo

Day 2: Arrival in Tokyo

Welcome to Japan! Get settled in to your hotel before meeting your Tour Director and fellow travelers during tonight's welcome drink.

Reviews

Loading reviews

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.

Skip to end of carousel

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.

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.

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.

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.

Skip to start of carousel

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

Find out more about flights

FAQ

Loading your quote