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Quick Japan Explorer 5D/4N

5 Days Starting and ending in Tokyo

Visiting: Tokyo, Hakone, Kyoto

Tour operator:

Bamba Travel

Tour code:

50584

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

1 - 16

Physical rating:

Easy

Age range:

18-90

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians, Please contact Bamba Travel with any specific dietary requirements

Tour operated in:

English

From:

$1081

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Tour Overview

Enjoy a fun self-guided itinerary on this incredible 5-day adventure starting and ending in Tokyo. Visit natural wonders and cultural attractions in the picturesque towns of Hakone, Kyoto and Nara with free time to explore on your own.

Highlights

Immerse yourself in Japanese culture and nature in Tokyo, Hakone, Kyoto & Nara
See Hakone's natural wonders and attractions with a Hakone Pass
Travel around Japan by bus and high speed train
Enjoy a flexible self-guided itinerary with free time to explore on your own

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Day 1: Tokyo, Japan

Location: Tokyo

Tokyo Airport Pick-Up & Accommodation Check-In

Today you will be met by our representative at the Tokyo Airport upon arrival who will assist you with boarding a shared shuttle to your accommodation. After checking-in, enjoy the rest of the day at leisure and overnight.

Day 2: Tokyo - Hakone, Japan

Location: Hakone

Transfer via Bullet Train to Hakone (B)

Have breakfast at your accommodation this morning and then check-out. You will depart Tokyo early today on your own and take a train to reach Hakone Area, the gateway to Mt. Fuji and its surrounding national park, famous for its wonderful onsen (natural hot springs) and beautiful natural landscapes. Upon arrival you will have free time to explore the Hakone area on your own. You will have an included Hakone Transport Pass that provides you with numerous forms of transportation throughout the area so you can choose where to go and what to do. You may choose to go on the Volcanic Owakudani Ropeway passing over hot springs and sulphurous fumaroles (operations close intermittently during volcanic activity). Glide across 3,000-year-old Ashinoko Lake on a majestic pirate ship or take the Hakone Tozan Switchback Train that zigzags through the mountains with stunning views of the surrounding valleys. Keep your eyes open for a glimpse of Mt. Fuji throughout the day, although chances may be slim if there are cloudy or overcast skies. Check in to a natural onsen resort in Hakone. Have dinner on your own. Overnight in Hakone.

Day 3: Hakone - Kyoto, Japan

Location: Kyoto

Travel via Train to Kyoto (B)

Have breakfast at your accommodation this morning and then check-out. You will depart Hakone today on your own via bullet train en route to Kyoto, Japan’s cultural capital with more than 2,000 shrines and temples. Have lunch on your own upon arrival and get checked in to your accommodation. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure in Kyoto and do some sightseeing. We recommend visiting the Kinkaku-ji golden pavilion, Fushimi Inari shrine with vermillion torii gates and the Kyomizu-dera water temple. Your trip includes a transport pass that you can use to ride designated Kyoto buses and subway lines. Have dinner on your own and overnight in Kyoto.

Day 4: Kyoto, Japan

Location: Kyoto

Day Trip to Nara & Kyoto Free Time (B)

Have an early breakfast this morning at your accommodation and then start your self-guided day trip by boarding the limited express train from Kyoto to Nara. You can can choose to explore this ancient capital on foot or take the convenient local bus around town. Nara was the 8th century capital city of Japan, ruling for more than 70 years. Numerous Buddhist temples and shrines were built, many of which remain intact today.

Visit the best highlights of the city starting with Isui Garden, one of the most charming in the city of Nara. Meaning “a garden founded on water”, the ponds here are filled by water from the nearby Yoshikigawa River and the stunning landscapes are set against a beautiful backdrop of Mt. Wakakusayama and the Todai-ji Temple.

The Todai-ji Temple dates from the 8th century and was once the most important Buddhist temple in Japan. It houses the world’s largest wooden building, Daibutsu-den, and a 15-metre high bronze Buddha statue. Located nearby Nara Park, you may also glimpse deer grazing in the park.

Don’t miss the Kasuga Taisha Shinto shrine, famous for its stone and bronze lanterns which have been donated to the shrine by its devoted worshippers. These lanterns are lit only two times a year in February during the Lantern Festival and in August.

Walk along the streets of Naramachi in Nara’s old district and immerse yourself in local culture as you peek inside shops to buy souvenirs and a refreshing snack. Return to Kyoto by train on your own and overnight. You can also choose to enjoy a free morning in Kyoto.

Note: Today is a free day, you have the choice of spending a free day in Kyoto or going on a self-guided day trip to Nara. The transportation to and from Nara is included in the price of your JR pass.

Day 5: Kyoto - Tokyo, Japan

Location: Tokyo

Return Train to Tokyo (B)

Have breakfast at your accommodation this morning and then check-out. Enjoy the morning at leisure until it is time to take your scheduled bullet train to Tokyo, where your trip will come to an end. We wish you a safe journey for your onward travels!

What's Included

Accommodation

4N in Hostels, 3-star, or 4-star hotels
Transport

Tokyo airport pick-up
Meals

4 Breakfasts (hotel categories only)
Activities

Self-guided adventure through highlights of Japan
Guides

The tour does not have a guide
Extras

2 days Hakone Free Pass including:
Experiences

What's Not Included

Travel insurance
Tokyo airport drop-off
Train station transfers
Breakfasts in hostel categories
Other meals & drinks
Optional activities
Personal expenses
Tipping and Gratuities
Tokyo airport drop-off
Train station transfers
Breakfasts in hostel categories
Other meals & drinks
Tips
Optional activities
Personal expenses
Train station transfers
Breakfasts in hostel categories
Other meals & drinks
Optional activities
Tips
Personal expenses
Travel insurance
Tokyo airport drop-off

Reviews of this Operator

Jonas Nesset(Norway)

The company is exceptional. When...

Dec 10 2019

The company is exceptional. When I had questions, I always got prompt and professional answers. The excursions that Bamba organized were fantastic! Thank you once again for everything!

Shane Alce(United Kingdom)

For true explorers....

Aug 12 2019

For true explorers.

Marian Reder(Germany)

To this day, this is...

Oct 2 2019

To this day, this is the best tour we've ever done together as a couple! The fun activities, great hotels and nice guides worth the money! We were always taken care of and they made sure that we had a good time. This tour is definitely worth taking.

Tanja Ottosen(Denmark)

The Bamba Team really made...

Jan 9 2020

The Bamba Team really made my journey one of the most memorable experiences of my life! Still so nice and supportive! They handled everything and responded to each question within a few minutes. I wholeheartedly recommend it to everyone. Especially if you want to do a lot of activities and travel to a lot of different places without feeling rushed. They've also helped me with specific issues that weren't covered by the tour, as well as answering general questions. Thank you so much for making my journey so enjoyable!

Braiden Rowe(United States)

The tour was fantastic; I...

Feb 12 2020

The tour was fantastic; I was able to visit some of Japan's most beautiful locations, and the accommodations were excellent, with convenient access to the city's best attractions. Also, our tour guide was fantastic. I will pick bamba again and recommend the tour to anyone who wants to see Japan while having a good time!!

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Jun 5 2019

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Apr 30, 2024 - May 04, 2024

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