Discover Japan
From AUD $6449 Was AUD $8599
Small Group
Average
Rating
(20 reviews)
Discover Japan
14 days
Small Group
Budget
Average
English
Experience Overview
From the towers and gadgets of Tokyo to the serenity of sacred shrines and the soaring beauty of Mt Fuji, this tour provides the perfect blend of guided excursions and free time to explore this fascinating region at your own pace.
From the towers and gadgets of Tokyo to the serenity of sacred shrines and the soaring beauty of Mt Fuji, this tour provides the perfect blend of guided excursions and free time to explore this fascinating region at your own pace. Linger in the gardens of Kyoto, shoot through the mountain air on a Shinkansen bullet train, and stay in a traditional Japanese Inn.
Highlights
- Experience the past in Takayama's folk village and Kyoto's historic centre
- Explore Nijo Castle
- Lose yourself in the picturesque Kenroku-en Garden
- Marvel at iconic Mt Fuji and Miyajima's floating torii gate
Trip Details
14 days
Bullet train, local train, subway, tram, ferry, public bus, walking.
Small Group
English
Tokyo, Japan
Tokyo, Japan
Budget
Classic
Average
Itinerary
Day 1: Tokyo
There are no activities planned until an evening welcome meeting. Please ensure you arrive on time for the welcome meeting and bring your passport so your CEO can collect the required information for your train tickets. Refer to your voucher for the most up to date welcome meeting time.
Day 2: Tokyo/Kanazawa
Take a short train ride to Kanazawa. In the 17th century, this beautifully preserved castle town was Japan's wealthiest, and it became a thriving center for culture and arts.
Day 3: Kanazawa
After strolling through the expansive gardens of Kenrokuen, opt to stop at the massive Kanazawa castle next door.
Kanazawa is also home to many interesting museums, opt to visit one or learn more about local crafts. Loving the food in the city? Take a trip to the local seafood market to see where some of the fresh, tasty ingredients come from.
Day 4: Kanazawa/Takayama
Arrive in Takayama in the afternoon and begin taking in the beautiful scenery of this traditional city.
Day 5: Takayama
Enjoy free time to explore this beautiful landscape. Discover traces of a feudal past in the thatched houses and rice fields. Opt to visit one of the markets or rent a bike and cycle out of the town centre and into the countryside.
Day 6: Takayama/Hiroshima
The large Peace Park in the centre of the city is an extremely moving place dotted with memorials of those killed by the atomic bomb and others who subsequently died. The burning flame in the park will only be extinguished when all nuclear weapons in the world have been destroyed. Take a tram ride through the city to reach Peace Park.
Day 7: Hiroshima
Take a short ferry ride to Miyajima Island, not far from the coast.
Here, view one of the most photographed sights in Japan— the floating Torii Gate. The shrine itself dates back to the 6th century and is designed in a pier-like structure.
Enjoy time to explore the island and its many shrines and temples. Sample local treats like maple leaf shaped cakes, and opt to hike up to the peak of the island, Mt Misen, to see spectacular views of the surrounding islands.
Day 8: Hiroshima/Kyoto
Continue on to Kyoto, the former imperial capital and home of the country's most treasured remnants of Japanese imperial life.
Walk around Gion and perhaps catch a glimpse of a geisha going from teahouse to teahouse.
Day 9: Kyoto
Day 10: Kyoto
Day 11: Kyoto/Fujikawaguchiko
Leave Kyoto and travel to Kawaguchiko arriving mid afternoon. Take the rest of the afternoon to visit the Onsen Spa at tonight's accommodation before dinner.
Day 12: Fujikawaguchiko/Tokyo
Day 13: Tokyo
Opt take in some more sights, visit the museums and gardens, or do some shopping. Meet with the group later tonight for our final dinner together.
Day 14: Tokyo
- Flights to and from origin and destinations
- Airport transfers (arrival and departure)
- Anything else not explicitly listed in tour inclusions
- Recommended gratuities/tipping
- Optional activities/tours
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Visas, meals and beverages not stated in the list of inclusions.
When meals are not included, your tour leader (where available) will be happy to help with restaurant recommendations, bookings, and directions. Please let us know if you have any dietary needs or preferences. We willdo our best to accommodate these, though we cannot guarantee that every request can be met.
You are responsible for your personal belongings throughout the tour. You will need to carry your own bags between the vehicle and your hotel room. Drivers will assist with loading and unloading luggage from the vehicle.
Travellers requiring wheelchair access should contact our sales and service team, who can make enquiries on your behalf.
This tour requires an Average level of fitness. Activities are paced gently and include leisure time. You may be expected to join guided walks of up to one hour, navigate short stairways and mild inclines, and manage your own luggage. You should also be able to board and exit all transport without assistance.
Travellers are expected to be self-sufficient and capable of handling all aspects of their journey. Please discuss your circumstances and support needs with your booking agent to confirm this trip is suitable.
If you are unsure, we recommend consulting your doctor before booking or travelling. (Note: I assume each tour has a different description depending on level of fitness required).
If a planned site visit is unavailable due to changes in operating hours or holiday closures, the itinerary may be altered, or a comparable activity will be substituted where possible and subject to availability.
Visa conditions can change. Once you receive your travel documents, check with the relevant embassy, consulate, or immigration office of your destination for the latest information.
- It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct and valid travel documents and to comply with all entry requirements.
- Non-Australian citizens must also confirm visa and identification requirements with the appropriate consulate or visa agency.
- Certain occupations (for example, journalists, government officials, or those working in charities) may face additional restrictions when applying for visas, which could affect the type of application required.
From
AUD $8599
Duration: 14 days
Trip Type: Small Group
Activity Level: Average
From the towers and gadgets of Tokyo to the serenity of sacred shrines and the soaring beauty of Mt Fuji, this tour provides the perfect blend of guided excursions and free time to explore this fascinating region at your own pace.
Price based on per person in Double Room for departure 26 Oct 2025
Customer Reviews
12/30/2023
The total package of locations and activities. The tour is well organized and saves me the time of research and organization. Kozo, our guide was also amazing and ensured everyone experienced a fantastic Japan adventure. Kozo led the tour brilliantly and couldn't be more helpful or generous. Kozo is a fantastic asset to G Adventures.
12/30/2023
The tour was well organized
Tour Operator
G Adventures, founded in 1990 by Bruce Poon Tip, is a global adventure travel company specializing in small-group tours that emphasize authentic, sustainable, and culturally immersive experiences. Originally launched as GAP Adventures (“Great Adventure People”), the company pioneered the concept of community-driven travel by offering affordable trips that connect travelers with local communities while minimizing environmental impact. Today, G Adventures operates in more than 100 countries, offering a wide range of itineraries across themes such as active adventures, wildlife, wellness, family, and National Geographic–partnered tours, while maintaining a strong commitment to responsible tourism and social enterprise through its Planeterra Foundation.
In Business Since 1990
12/30/2023
The total package of locations and activities. The tour is well organized and saves me the time of research and organization. Kozo, our guide was also amazing and ensured everyone experienced a fantastic Japan adventure. Kozo led the tour brilliantly and couldn't be more helpful or generous. Kozo is a fantastic asset to G Adventures.
12/30/2023
The tour was well organized
12/30/2023
Not convinced by the price-quality ratio
12/30/2023
It was a bit of an exhausting whirlwind for me. I can't even remember where we were and what we did
12/30/2023
Kozo was a knowledgeable friendly guide he went out of his way to accommodate all the requests from the group. He also knew the secret spots, restaurants, locations he genuinely loves his job and shares his love for his country
12/30/2023
Combination of excellent locations for the tour and tour guide quality
12/30/2023
Appreciate use of local businesses and guides, good mix of free and scheduled time, approachable prices
12/30/2023
Perfect for a solo traveler, enough independence to explore things in my free time, but also the chance to share experiences with other people.
12/09/2023
The Discover Japan tour was so expensive compared to what we did on our tour (what was included, guide, etc.) and the hotels were not up to the standards you would expect for the price. To add to this, we had a 14-day Japan rail pass and did not use the best/fastest trains, to go from destination A to B. It took away a lot of sightseeing time, which could have been managed differently, as there were trains that could us bring faster to our destination, without having to switch 3 or even 4 times. All in all, the tour should be done in reverse starting in Tokyo, going to the Mt. Fuji region, than to Kyoto, Hiroshima, Kanazawa, Takayama and back to Tokyo. Like this, you could save some travel time.
12/09/2023
There a lot of pros and cons and before recommending I would try to find out what the friend / family member really wants and what is important
12/09/2023
Overall good experience, our guide was great, some of the hotels could have been better.
12/02/2023
Great way to see a complex country and culture with minimal effort
12/02/2023
Japan was my dream destination. The trip showed me the Japan I was looking for
12/02/2023
The trip was very well organized and the guide was great. Taka took care of everything and made sure everyone was safe and having a good time.
12/02/2023
I like how g takes care of everything...
12/02/2023
Having been on quite a few trips with G Adventures, I have no hesitation to recommend G.
12/02/2023
I enjoyed the tour, but recognize some people prefer traveling under different circumstances, such as solo and independent, and would not be as interested in a guided tour.
12/02/2023
We had a great time!
11/25/2023
Positive experience every time I've used G Adventures
11/25/2023
Probably a bit basic for a lot of my friends
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