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Shogun Trail

12 days
From Tokyo to Fukuoka
4.7
25 traveler reviews
Shogun Trail - Explore!
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Tour Operator:
Explore!
Max group size:
16
Age range:
16 to 85
Operated in:
English
Tour id:
124673
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Highlights

  • Explore the lively neon-lit streets of Tokyo
  • Bask in the cherry blossom views of Mount Fuji
  • Experience the thrill of riding on the infamous Bullet Train
  • See stunning temples and perfect Zen gardens at Kyoto
  • Enjoy Japanese tea with a geisha and learn about her art
  • Reflect at the sites of the world's first atomic bomb attacks

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Join tour in Tokyo
  2. Day 2 Visit Tokyo's shrines and gardens
  3. Day 3 Drive to Hakone National Park and Mount Fuji
  4. Day 4 Bullet train to Kyoto; explore the Geisha district
  5. Day 5 Explore Kyoto
  6. Day 6 Free day to explore traditional Kyoto
  7. Day 7 Bullet train to Nagasaki via Hiroshima
  8. Day 8 Take a walk through Dejima, Nagasaki's Dutch quarter
  9. Day 9 Drive to Hirado Island through scenic tea plantations with lunch at a tea farmer's house
  10. Day 10 Full day to explore Hirado and Ikitsuki Islands
  11. Day 11 Drive to Sasebo, cruise the '99 Islands' then train to Fukuoka
  12. Day 12 Tour ends in Fukuoka
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Where You'll Stay

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Number of tours

439

Age Range

16 to 85 years old

Response time

within 1 day

Response rate

92%

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Customer Reviews

  • Overall Rating
    Excellent
    4.7
  • Itinerary
    Excellent
    4.8
  • Guide
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Transport
    Excellent
    4.7
  • Accommodation
    Excellent
    4.4
  • Food
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    4.4
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  • A
    · April 18th, 2023
    Too many to list them all but definitely the temples and Japanese gardens in Kyoto, being in Tokyo for the cherry blossom, travelling on the bullet trains, having tea and conversation with a maiko, a wonderful clear view of Mount Fuji and the beautiful scenery off the beaten track on the island of Hirado. Our tour leader Giulia was outstanding and it was a great group to travel with. Highly recommend this tour for a wonderfully varied introduction to Japan.
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    Trip date: April 2023
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  • A
    · April 20th, 2023
    Exploring Hirado
    Trip date: April 2023
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  • A
    · April 27th, 2023
    Our tour leader was excellent and very knowledgeable on all aspects of life and culture in Japan. She was also very personable, having a firm but friendly approach to keeping the group in order!
    Trip date: April 2023
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  • A
    · May 1st, 2023
    Botanic gardens, Kyoto - actually visited on a free day. Bullet train.
    Trip date: April 2023
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  • A
    · May 2nd, 2023
    It was all perfect and thoroughly enjoyable.
    Trip date: April 2023
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  • A
    · May 5th, 2023
    Experiencing Japanese culture and life; visiting Kyoto and Hiroshima. Travelling on public transport throughout was a delight as we were not cocooned away from the locals as is the case on some trips. Our tour leader, Guilia Greco, was one of the best Explore tour leaders I have ever had - caring, knowledgeable and fluent in the language and customs of the country.
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    Trip date: April 2023
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  • A
    · September 22nd, 2023
    The whole trip was super. The visit to meet the Geisha was wonderful.
    Trip date: September 2023
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  • A
    · September 26th, 2023
    Dining at different recommended locations, visiting Hiroshima Memorial Park and so much more. Loved the traditional hotel room in one of our overnight accommodations.
    Trip date: September 2023
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  • A
    · September 24th, 2023
    Everything, Seeing Mount Fuji and the Bullet train
    Trip date: September 2023
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  • A
    · October 15th, 2023
    Loved the hour or so spent in the tea house in Kyoto with a very lovely trainee geisha. Having our tour guide with us to translate our questions and her answers worked very well. Tour guide had put the event into context beforehand.
    Trip date: September 2023
    Review collected by Explore!

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12 days
Shogun Trail
From Tokyo to Fukuoka

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    • Japanese B encephalitis - Recommended for Japan. Ideally 1 month before travel.
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