Japan Last Minute Holiday

Itinerary

Itinerary:
Tokyo - Kyoto - Osaka
Duration:
12 days / 11 nights (fixed)
Price:
£2,050.- per person (excluding flights)
For travel in May & June 2025
Highlights:
✓ Fixed itinerary for travel in May & June
✓ Explore Japan's highlights in 2 weeks

If you're looking for a Japan getaway before the end of June 2025, this last minute trip is for you! It includes all the highlights of Japan: culture, beautiful scenery, and fascinating traditions. The itinerary is fixed, with no additions or amendments possible. Book now to guarantee availability.

Day 1 – Arrival in Tokyo

Welcome to Japan! After landing at Narita or Haneda the shuttle is ready to take you to your centrally located hotel. Freshen up and then you have the remainder of the day to go exploring. Stroll through the neon-lit streets and experience the atmosphere of this vibrant city.

The next morning you go out with a resident of Tokyo not your standard tour guide but a friendly lady who shows you around the city. You see highlights such as Shibuya crossing, the temples in Uenopark and Shinto shrines. Along the way you can ask all kinds of questions about life in Tokyo, Japanese customs, food, drink, history and contemporary Tokyo. In the evening feel free to explore independently and be sure to get some recommendations from your guide!

Days 3 & 4 – Explore Tokyo on your own

The coming days you have all the time to explore Tokyo at your own pace. The city is huge, but the different districts make it feel manageable and keep you guessing. Don’t miss Asakusa, with the famous Senso-ji temple and traditional streets. Or discover the trendy Harajuku, where young people show their most colorful fashion. Fancy some green? Then head to the quiet Yoyogi Park or visit the Meiji Shrine.

Tokyo is also an ideal base for short trips to the surrounding area, such as to Mt. Fuji, Yokohama or Kamakura. But just wandering around the city is an adventure in itself.

Day 5 – Catch the train to Kyoto

Time to leave Tokyo behind and set off on your next adventure. Travel comfortably by train to Kyoto, the cultural heart of Japan. Upon arrival, you will immediately feel the magic of Kyoto, it is much quieter, more traditional and breathes history. Check in at your centrally located hotel and explore at your leisure. You might even catch a glimpse of a real geisha in the Gion district.

Today you jump on your bike to discover Kyoto. Together with a guide you cycle past temples, through hidden alleys and past small tea houses. This way you see a side of Kyoto that many travelers miss. Along the way you hear about age-old customs, local traditions and how old and new exist side by side here. After the tour you can continue on your own with the tips of your guide.

Days 7 & 8 – Kyoto and surroundings

You have two full days to explore Kyoto and its surroundings at your own pace. Wander through the atmospheric Arashiyama Bamboo Forest, visit the famous Fushimi Inari-taisha with thousands of red torii gates or walk the Philosopher’s Path along quiet canals and temples.

If you want to venture further out of the city, take a short train ride to Nara, the old imperial capital, where you can walk among the free-roaming deer and visit the impressive Todai-ji temple.

Day 9 – Catch the train to Osaka

Today you will board the train again, this time for a short ride of about half an hour to Osaka. Osaka is different from Kyoto: energetic, playful and above all a city where food is central. After arrival you can immediately dive into the lively streets of for example Dotonbori, famous for its neon lights and street food.

You will stay three nights in a centrally located city hotel.

Days 10 & 11 – Culinary delights in Osaka

You have two full days to explore Osaka at your own pace. Start the day with a visit to Osaka Castle, a historical icon in the heart of the city. Or go up high: from the observation deck of the Umeda Sky Building you can look out over the sprawling city and Osaka Bay – not for those with a fear of heights, but the view is more than worth it!

Osaka is also the city to indulge in culinary delights. Stroll through the brightly lit streets of Dotonbori, sample takoyaki (octopus balls) at a street stall or sit down at a sushi-band restaurant, invented in this city! In addition to food, Osaka also offers plenty of fun neighborhoods to explore, such as Amerika-Mura (the Japanese equivalent of America) or Shinsekai, full of retro atmosphere.

Still have some time left? You can easily take a short train ride to Himeji (for the famous white castle) or go shopping in Shinsaibashi. But actually just wandering around Osaka is a treat in itself.

Day 12 – International departure

Today you say goodbye to Japan. Depending on your flight time, you can take a last walk through the city or get a last coffee in a local café. You travel independently to Kansai Airport, about 40 minutes from the center.