Japan — Epic Journey
Journey Highlights
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Stay in premium hotels and a traditional ryokan, blending comfort with authentic Japanese hospitality.
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Travel across the country via the bullet train and scenic mountain railways.
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Explore cultural capitals with expert private guides.
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Enjoy immersive food experiences: Osaka street-food, sushi-making in Tokyo, kaiseki dining in the Alps.
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Take part in traditional Japanese customs including a tea ceremony with a geisha, bento-box cooking, onsen bathing and sake tasting.
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Experience Japan’s balance of ancient tradition and modern innovation.
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Benefit from a combination of curated guided activities and free time for independent exploration.
Itinerary (Overview)
| Location | Nights / Stay | Main Experiences |
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| Osaka | 3 nights — The Ritz-Carlton Osaka | Guided city exploration, Dotonbori street-food tour, optional bullet-train visit to Himeji Castle. |
| Kyoto | 3 nights — The Ritz-Carlton Kyoto | Temples and shrines with a guide, Nishiki Market, tea ceremony and bento lunch, optional fine dining including Kobe beef. |
| Takayama (Japanese Alps) | 3 nights — Hanaougi Bettei Iiyama | Scenic rail journey, atmospheric old town, sake brewery visit, private onsen, kaiseki dinner. |
| Tokyo | 3 nights — The Tokyo EDITION, Toranomon | Guided city tour, nightlife discovery, sushi-making class, time for personal exploration. |
| Departure | — | Fly home from Tokyo. |
Detailed Itinerary (Day-by-Day)
Day 1 – Arrival in Osaka
Arrive in Osaka and check in at The Ritz-Carlton.
Evening street-food tour in Dotonbori, sampling local specialties.
Free time afterwards.
Days 2–3 – Osaka and Optional Side-Trip
Guided city exploration or an optional visit to Himeji Castle by bullet train.
Evenings at leisure.
Day 4 – Travel to Kyoto
Travel to Kyoto and check in at The Ritz-Carlton Kyoto.
Explore historic districts at your own pace.
Days 5–6 – Kyoto
Visit temples and shrines with your guide.
Wander through Nishiki Market.
Participate in a traditional tea ceremony and prepare your own bento lunch.
Evenings free for dining and exploring.
Day 7 – Travel to Takayama / Japanese Alps
Take a scenic combination of train services into the mountains.
Arrive at Hanaougi Bettei Iiyama and settle into your ryokan.
Days 8–9 – Takayama
Explore the old town’s merchant houses and local shops.
Visit a sake brewery and sample regional flavours including Hida beef.
Relax in your private onsen and enjoy a multi-course kaiseki dinner.
Day 10 – Travel to Tokyo
Travel to Tokyo and check in at The Tokyo EDITION, Toranomon.
Evening at leisure.
Days 11–12 – Tokyo
Guided exploration of Tokyo using public transport.
Participate in a sushi-making class with a local chef.
Evenings free to discover the city’s dining and nightlife.
Independent time for neighbourhood exploration or shopping.
Day 13 – Departure
Transfer to the airport and depart from Tokyo.
“Epic Japan Tour Prices — Per Person by Season”
| Season | Months (Typical) | Price (per person) |
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| Low Season | January, February, June | £10,995 |
| Mid Season | March, July, August, September | £12,900 – £13,900 |
| High Season | April, October, November, December | £14,800 |
*Flights are not included.
*Prices based on twin-share accommodation.
*All rates subject to availability and conversion rate.
