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Personalized Budget Japan Tour with Private Guide

9 days
From Osaka to Tokyo
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Personalized Budget Japan Tour with Private Guide - Agate Travel
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Plan your adventure:
  • In-depth Cultural
  • Family
  • Private
  • Partially Guided
  • Personalized
  • Sightseeing
  • Historical
  • Christmas & New Year
Partially Guided
Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Guided in English
Age range 1 to 99
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Highlights

  • A classic west-to-east adventure to experience Japan’s contrasts
  • Witness a Shinto wedding at the serene Meiji Jingu Shrine in Tokyo
  • Encounter kimono-clad geishas amidst the antique Kyoto streets
  • Feed the deer in Nara and enjoy a serene escape
  • Pay respects at Hiroshima, a city forever marked by World War II

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Arrive in Osaka Airport; Transfer to Kyoto
  2. Day 2 Kyoto Highlights: Fushimi Inari Shrine, Golden Pavilion, Pure Water Temple
  3. Day 3 Have Fun in Nara: Feed Deer and Visit Great Eastern Temple
  4. Day 4 Relaxing Free Time in Kyoto
  5. Day 5 Kyoto to Hiroshima; Visit Itsukushima Shrine & Atomic Bomb Dome
  6. Day 6 Bullet Train from Hiroshima to Tokyo
  7. Day 7 Tokyo: Visit Meiji Jingu Shrine, Senso-ji Temple, Odaiba
  8. Day 8 Mt. Fuji & Lake Kawaguchi
  9. Day 9 Departure from Tokyo
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What's Included

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  • Accommodation
  • Guide
  • Meals
  • Additional Services
  • Transport

What's Not Included

  • Flights
  • Additional Services

Where You'll Stay

All accommodations are subject to change

Operated by

Agate Travel

Number of tours

449

Age Range

1 to 99 years old

Response time

less than 1 hour

Response rate

100%

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Cancellation Policy

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Customer Reviews

  • Maureen
    · October 20th, 2024
    The company has good customer service- they respond quickly. Thanks Emily for all the work you’ve put into the tour....
  • Henry
    · August 21st, 2024
    I booked this tour last minute. It was an amazing experience and went beyond my expectations. The travel consultant...
  • Orla
    · February 25th, 2025
    Excellent tour. The organisation was perfect and both guides, Raymond & Missey did such a great job, thank you very...

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9 days
Personalized Budget Japan Tour with Private Guide
From Osaka to Tokyo

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What our customers ask about this tour

    The content in our FAQ section is subject to change.
    • What activities are available in Nara during the tour?

      In Nara, activities include visits to historical temples like Todaiji, deer parks, and traditional shopping streets.

    • What historical sites will be visited in Kyoto?

      Historical sites in Kyoto include Kinkaku-ji Temple, Kiyomizu-dera Temple, and several traditional districts like Gion known for geisha sightings.

    • Are meals included in the tour package?

      The tour package typically includes daily breakfast, and there are options for other meals to be included as per your travel itinerary.

    • What are accommodation options during the tour?

      Accommodations are planned at various locations. For example, you will stay in Osaka on the first night and no accommodation specifics are repeated to maintain generalization.

    • What is the itinerary for a typical Japan tour from Osaka to Tokyo?

      The tour typically includes visits to major cities like Osaka, Hiroshima, Kyoto, and Tokyo, incorporating key attractions such as the Hiroshima Peace Memorial and Miyajima Island. Bullet trains are used for quick transport between destinations.

    • Is there a guide available during the Japan tour?

      Yes, an English-speaking guide will accompany you on various site visits including city tours and specialized attractions like the Ghibli Museum.

    • Are there any leisure days planned in the itinerary?

      Yes, there are free days planned in cities like Kyoto where travelers can explore the city at their own pace.

    • How are transportation arrangements between cities managed?

      The tour includes bullet train tickets for intercity transfers, for instance between Kyoto and Tokyo, ensuring quick and reliable transportation.

    • What types of payments are accepted for the local hotel tax?

      Local hotel taxes can only be paid in cash.

    • Are Ghibli Museum tickets refundable?

      Ghibli Museum tickets are non-refundable once purchased.

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    Good to Know

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    • Vaccines
      • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
      • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Japan. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
      • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Japan. Ideally 2 months before travel.
      • Japanese B encephalitis - Recommended for Japan. Ideally 1 month before travel.
    • Visa
      • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
      • Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
    • Payment information
      • For any tour departing before June 2nd, 2025 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after June 2nd, 2025, a minimum payment of $200 is required to confirm your booking with Agate Travel. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 65 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
      • Some departure dates and prices may vary and Agate Travel will contact you with any discrepancies before your booking is confirmed.
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      Some tours are not suitable for mobility-restricted traveler, however, some operators may be able to accommodate special requests. For any enquiries, you can contact our customer support team, who are ready and waiting to help you.

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