Japan Luxury Express (8D/7N) €14.100

Discover Japan in luxury: Tokyo, Hakone & Kyoto
08 days - 07 nights – starting from JPY 1,390,000 for two (double occupancy)

This privately escorted journey is ideal for first time visitors eager to discover Japan’s highlights in comfort and luxury.

Take a glimpse into the bustling Tokyo metropolis, from the vibrant Tsukiji market to the ancient district of Asakusa and experience a peaceful calligraphy lesson or Tea Ceremony.

Indulge in the best of Japanese hospitality at a traditional luxury Inn in the natural settings of Hakone, with picturesque views of Mount Fuji.

Finally, discover the Kyoto of your imagination: ancient Temples and Shrines peacefully coexist with a city that, while preserving its past, fully lives in the present.

This itinerary is fully customizable and we will be delighted to offer exclusive experiences and encounters, depending on your centers of interest. Please contact us for a personalized offer.

Itinerary at a glance
Day 1: Tokyo at leisure - Mandarin Oriental Tokyo
Day 2: Full Day visit in Tokyo
Day 3: Daytrip to Nikko
Day 4: Full day visit in Hakone – Gora-Kadan Ryokan
Day 5: Afternoon visit in Kyoto – Hyatt Regency Kyoto
Day 6: Full day visit in Kyoto
Day 7: Daytrip to Nara
Day 8: Departure Kansai International Airport:

Day-by-day itinerary
(All visits with a private guide and chartered vehicle)

Day 1 – Tokyo: Arrival transfer and day at leisure

Private transfer in luxury vehicle, rest of the day at leisure

Overnight at the Mandarin Oriental Tokyo

Day 2 – Tokyo: Full Day visit

Dive into the vibrant Tsukiji fish market, stroll the peaceful Hamarikyu Garden and rest on boat cruise to Asakusa before reaching the Sensoji Temple and Nakamise dori merchant street.

Witness a sophisticated Tea Ceremony or experience the quiet art of Calligraphy in private settings before exploring the upscale Ginza district and department stores.

Overnight at the Mandarin Oriental Tokyo

Day 3 - Tokyo: Daytrip to Nikko

Transfer to Nikko (2 hours) and explore the intricately carved Toshogu mausoleum and the Futarasan Shrine, dedicated to the Shinto gods of Nikko in beautiful mountains.

After Lunch, admire the Chuzenji volcanic Lake and Kegon waterfalls before setting back to Tokyo.

Overnight at the Mandarin Oriental Tokyo

Day 4 - Tokyo to Hakone: Full day visit

Depart for Hakone, a volcanic national park near Mt.Fuji. Enjoy a stunning ropeway ride and walk in the volcanic Owakudani Volcanic Valley. Take in the views of sulfurous fumes and hot springs.

Enjoy a lake cruise on Lake Ashi with views of Mt.Fuji in the background (weather permitting), followed by world-class Hakone Contemporary Open Air Museum in picturesque mountain settings.

Check-in early and relax in a private hot-spring bath. Taste a gourmet Japanese Kaiseki dinner, served in the comfort of your room at Gora Kadan, one of Japan’s most luxurious Ryokan.

Overnight at Gora Kadan (Tatami Room with private hot-spring bath)

Day 5 - Hakone to Kyoto: Afternoon visit

Transfer by chartered vehicle to Odawara station and board a “bullet-train” in first-class seats to Kyoto.

Upon arrival, visit the Kinkaku-ji temple, covered in Gold leaves and the serene Ryoan-ji temple, famed for its rock garden inviting to meditation.

Overnight at Hyatt Regency Kyoto

Day 6 - Kyoto: Full day visit

Start at the Kiyomizu-dera Temple offering magnificent views of Kyoto and take a relaxing stroll through the old neighbourhood of “Sannenzaka” before reaching the Kodaiji Temple and Yasakajinja shrine.

Explore the nearby “Geisha” district of Gion, known for the preservation of its traditional architecture and entertainment. On the way back, stop at the Sanjusangendo Hall and marvel at its 1001 statues of Kannon, the goddess of mercy.

Overnight at Hyatt Regency Kyoto

Day 7 – Nara: Full day visit

Transfer to Nara (1 hour) and greet the hundreds of freely roaming deers. Visit Kasugataisha Shrine with its numerous bronze and stone lanterns and move on to Todaiji temple, the largest wooden building in the world and home to the giant statue of Buddha Virocana.

Finish your day in Naramachi, the former merchant district of Nara, featuring traditional warehouses and residential buildings, as well as many small, authentic shops and boutiques. Back to Kyoto by 17.00 pm.

Overnight at Hyatt Regency Kyoto

Day 8: Transfer to Kansai International Airport:

Transfer in a chartered vehicle with an English speaking driver to Kansai International Airport and check-in. Board your international flight and enjoy your onward journey.

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