This trip contains a rich itinerary that brings you to check out Japan from an expert’s perspective. The itinerary not only includes classic cities like Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, but also takes you to places like Mountain Fuji, where you can expect to see the natural beauty of Japan
Inclusions
- Airfare to Tokyo and return from Osaka
- 9 nights luxury accommodation
Tokyo: 2 nights Hotel Metropolitan Ikebukuro or similar
Shizuoka: 1 night Hotel Assoccia Shizuoka or similar
Nagoya: 1 night ANA Crowne Plaza Nagoya or similar
Kyoto: 2 night ANA Crown Plaza Hotel Kyoto or similar
Kobe: 3 nights Sheraton Miyako Osaka or similar - 22 Meals: 9 Breakfasts, 7 Lunches, 6 dinners
- Guided sightseeing and admissions as specified in the itinerary
- Tour leader from Canada & local English speaking guides for touring
- All your transportation and airport transfers
Seniors over 60 years – Save an additional $50 off per person
Repeat China Star Holiday Passengers – Save an additional $100 off per person
Mar 3, Oct 8, Oct 22, Nov 5, 2025 | |
Vancouver | from $5799 + $771 tax |
Victoria, Kelowna | from $5999 + $781 tax |
Calgary, Edmonton | from $6099 + $791 tax |
Saskatoon, Regina, Winnipeg | from $6199 + $801 tax |
Toronto, Ottawa, Montreal, Halifax | from $6199 + $801 tax |
Apr 9, May 21, Sep 10 , 2025 | from $200 more |
Single Room Supplement (no single share) |
add $1150 |
Please Note:
- Air Canada is providing one check in luggage for free (23 kg).
- Tour Service Fee $120 USD/pp to be paid locally. (In Tokyo)
- Personal Insurance: purchase of personal travel and trip cancellation insurance is highly recommended
- Due to the nature of this reservation, your seats on board these flights are assigned at the discretion of the airline. Any changes can be requested at airport check-in.
Option to extend stay for 5 nights in Korea
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Tour Features:
- Tour Leader from Canada
- Guaranteed Departures
- Luxury Accommodations
- Tokyo Skytree Observation Deck
- Tokyo National Museum
- Sushi Making Class with Lunch
- Cruise on Lake Ashi
- Mt. Fuji 5th Station (if weather permits)
- Shiraito Falls
- Nagoya Castle with Free Group Photo
- Nagoya Toyota Commemorative Museum
- Kyoto Kiyomizu Temple
- Arashiyama Bamboo Grove
- Traditional Tea Ceremony
- Nara Deer Park
- Sake Tasting in Kobe Hakutsuru Sake
- Brewery Museum
- Hiroshima with Bullet Train
- Osaka Cup Noodles Museum
- Special Farewell Dinner with Kobe Beef
- Handpicked Japanese Cuisine Meal
- Japanese Souvenir
Day 1 – Hometown / Tokyo
You will start with Air Canada flight from your hometown to Tokyo via Vancouver. Start your worry-free tour vacation with the guidance of your Canadian tour escort from Vancouver.
Day 2 – Arrive Tokyo
Cross the International Date Line and arrive in Tokyo. You will be greeted and transferred to the hotel.
Hotel: Hotel Metropolitan Ikebukuro or similar
Day 3 – Tokyo (B/SL/SD)
After breakfast, visit Tokyo’s oldest temple, Asakusa Kannon Temple (Sensoji Temple). Then enjoy stunning city views from the Tokyo Skytree Observation Deck. After lunch, explore the Tokyo National Museum, the Imperial Palace East Garden, and Nijubashi Bridge. In the evening, gather for a Yakiniku (Traditional Japanese style BBQ)
Welcome Dinner where you’ll enjoy premium grilled meats and vegetables cooked at your table.
Day 4 – Tokyo – Hakone – Mt. Fuji – Shizuoka (B/L/D)
This morning, travel to Hakone for a scenic boat cruise on Lake Ashi, with views of Mt. Fuji on clear days. After a Tempura Soba lunch, drive to Mt. Fuji 5th Station for panoramic views and visit the serene Shiraito Falls. Return to the hotel after dinner
Hotel: Hotel Assoccia Shizuoka or similar
Day 5 – Shizuoka – Nagoya (B/SL/D)
In the morning, take a 2.5-hour bus ride to Nagoya, visiting Nagoya Castle for a group photo. Then, visit Osu Kannon Temple and wander Osu Shopping Street before lunch. In the afternoon, explore the Toyota Commemorative Museum and enjoy a Sukiyaki (Japanese Hotpot) Dinner.
Hotel: ANA Crowne Plaza Nagoya or similar
Day 6 – Nagoya – Kyoto (B/L/WD)
After breakfast, take a 2-hour bus ride to Kyoto. After lunch, visit Fushimi Inari Shrine. Visit the district of Gion and try to catch a glimpse of geikos (Kyoto dialect for geisha) or maikos (geiko apprentices) at Hanami-koji
Street. You will experience a Tea Ceremony and a Maiko Performance. Western Dinner at night.
Hotel: ANA Crown Plaza Hotel Kyoto or similar
Day 7 – Kyoto (B/L)
This morning, explore the serene Arashiyama Bamboo Grove and Togetsu Bridge, then visit the stunning Kinkakuji Temple (Golden Pavilion). After lunch, enjoy views from Kiyomizu Temple and then enjoy a Western Dinner.
Day 8 – Kyoto – Nara – Kobe (B/L/D)
After breakfast, take a short ride to Nara, visit Nara Deer Park, then explore the traditional streets of Naramachi. Join a fun sushi-making class and enjoy your creations for lunch. Afterward, head to Kobe for a tour and sake tasting at the Hakutsuru Sake Brewery Museum. End the day with a delicious Tonkatsu dinner.
Hotel: ANA Crowne Plaza Hotel Kobe or similar (4-Star)
Day 9 – Kobe – Hiroshima – Kobe (B)
Board the Shinkansen (bullet train) to Hiroshima in the morning to visit the Peace Memorial Park and Museum. Then take a ferry to Miyajima Island to explore Itsukushima Shrine and the floating torii gate. Return to Kobe by bullet Train in the late afternoon.
Day 10 – Kobe – Osaka – Kobe (B/WL/SD)
Start the day at Kobe Harbourland and enjoy views from the Port Tower Observation Deck. After a western lunch, head to Osaka for the Cup Noodles Museum and explore Dotonbori District for shopping and street food sampling. Return to Kobe in the evening for a Farewell Dinner featuring renowned Kobe Beef.
Day 11 – Kobe ~ Osaka / Hometown (By Air) (B)
After breakfast, transfer to Osaka Kansai International Airport for your flight to Tokyo and connect to your Air Canada flight back to Vancouver or onward to your home destination.
Option to extend stay for 5 nights in Korea
Click here for details