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Japan in a Week (8 Days)

8 days
From Tokyo to Osaka
5.0
1 traveler review
Japan in a Week (8 Days) - Contiki
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Plan your adventure:
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English
Group Size 8 - 50
Age range 18 to 35
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Highlights

  • Explore ancient temples and shrines in Tokyo
  • Cross the world's busiest pedestrian crossing
  • Ride the bullet train past Mount Fuji
  • Dress in a kimono and visit Kyoto's bamboo forest
  • Taste Osaka's street food in Dotonburi

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Arrive Tokyo
  2. Day 2 Tokyo
  3. Day 3 Tokyo
  4. Day 4 Tokyo to Kyoto
  5. Day 5 Kyoto
  6. Day 6 Kyoto
  7. Day 7 Kyoto to Osaka
  8. Day 8 Osaka
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What's Included

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  • Accommodation
  • Guide
  • Meals
  • Additional Services
  • Transport

What's Not Included

  • Flights
  • Insurance
  • Optional
  • Additional Services

Where You'll Stay

All accommodations are subject to change

Operated by

Contiki

Number of tours

478

Age Range

18 to 35 years old

Response time

9 hours

Response rate

96%

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Customer Reviews

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  • Itinerary
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  • Guide
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  • Food
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  • 4.7
  • Japan in a Week (8 Days) reviewer 1
    · April 10th, 2023
    Contiki knocked it out of the park 10/10
    Contiki commented on this review
    Thank you for sharing your positive experience on your Japan in a Week trip. We do value your positive feedback. We take great pride in our trips and want to give our valuable travellers a lifetime experience that they will never forget.
    Trip date: April 2023

Dates & Availability

8 days
Japan in a Week (8 Days)
From Tokyo to Osaka

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What our customers ask about this tour

    The content in our FAQ section is subject to change.
    • Is it necessary to have an up-to-date passport for traveling?

      An updated passport is mandatory at least 60 days prior to departure to ensure smooth processing.

    • How can I check the availability of specific departure dates?

      Feel free to ask about specific dates to check their availability.

    • What accommodations can I expect during the tour?

      The tour includes stays at centrally located hotels, typically on a twin-share basis.

    • Can I still book this tour if I have not received a confirmation?

      If your booking is still marked as 'on request', it indicates that confirmation has yet to be finalized.

    • Are there any discounts available if I book early?

      It may vary, but early bookings sometimes qualify for special discounts or promotional rates.

    • When does the tour start and end?

      The Japan in a Week tour starts in Tokyo at 3:00 PM and ends in Osaka at 9:00 AM.

    • What is included in the luggage allowance for the tour?

      The luggage allowance is one piece with maximum dimensions of 29"x20"x10" and a weight limit of 44 lbs.

    • Are twin-share rooms available for the tour?

      Yes, the tour accommodates twin-share rooms unless a single supplement is requested.

    • Does the tour have a maximum group size?

      The maximum group size for this tour is 30 travelers.

    • How long will it take to process and confirm my booking?

      Please allow 3-4 business days to receive confirmation, as the booking is processed with our local operations team.

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    Good to Know

    Tour ID: 217362

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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 April 7th, 2025 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after April 7th, 2025, a minimum payment of $200 is required to confirm your booking with Contiki. 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 Contiki will contact you with any discrepancies before your booking is confirmed.
      • The following cards are accepted for "Contiki" tours: Visa, Maestro, Mastercard, American Express or PayPal. TourRadar does NOT charge you an extra fee for using any of these payment methods.
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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.