Japan Uncovered

This in-depth Japan holiday is a wonderful way to see the country in just under three weeks, combining Tokyo, Mount Fuji, the Japanese Alps, Hiroshima, Kyoto, Koya San and Osaka.

Begin in Tokyo, with time to explore the city and a full-day guided tour included. From here, continue to Hakone for views of Mount Fuji and a chance to experience this scenic area by rail, cable-car and boat.

Travel on to Takayama and Kanazawa, where you will discover a quieter side of Japan, with beautifully preserved streets, traditional houses, gardens and historic districts.

Continue south to Hiroshima, with time to visit the Peace Memorial Museum and make a side trip to Miyajima Island, before travelling by Shinkansen to Kyoto, the cultural heart of Japan.

In Kyoto, included sightseeing and free time allow you to explore the city’s temples, gardens and traditional districts at a relaxed pace. The journey then continues to Koya San, where you will stay in temple lodging and experience one of Japan’s most spiritual mountain settings.

The holiday finishes in Osaka, with a food-focused walking tour included and time to enjoy one of Japan’s most vibrant cities.

All of our Japan holidays are tailor-made and can be adjusted to suit your interests, pace and budget. Excursions can easily be added or amended as required.

Is this a private or group tour?

All of our Japan tours are private, tailor-made itineraries - customised entirely for you. This trip includes guided excursions in Tokyo, Kanazawa and Kyoto, plus flights, accommodation, rail travel and transfers.

What are the departure dates?

As this is a private trip, there are no fixed departure dates - we work around your preferred travel dates and find the best flights to match.

We're also happy to advise on the best times to travel and what to avoid.

Which airlines do you use?

We work with all major airlines flying to Japan. For most itineraries we typically use British Airways, Japan Airlines or Finnair - Finnair in particular offers excellent fares and fast connections via Helsinki.

If you have a preferred airline, just let us know. We can also arrange flights from regional UK airports, and there are direct services from the UK to both Tokyo and Osaka.

Which hotels do you use?

We specialise in boutique hotels and will suggest our favourites where suitable - but we're equally guided by your preferences. If you have hotels in mind, just let us know.

• Most city hotels in Japan are functional business-style - but impeccably clean and well located
• Rooms can be small, especially in Tokyo - if space matters, tell us and we'll prioritise accordingly
• Location is crucial in Tokyo - being near the right station saves significant time
• Check-in is often as late as 3pm; check-out as early as 10 or 11am

View itinerary in detail

To get a feel for the trip, choose one of the options below to view a sample day-by-day itinerary. This will open in a new window.

All of our Japan holidays are completely tailor-made, so this is simply a starting point.

We can of course adjust the route, hotels and pace to suit your plans.