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Japan Escape
Operated by Globus
Tripcode: K7
Overview
Destination:
Japan,
Start:Tokyo, Japan
Finish:Kyoto, Japan
Finish:Kyoto, Japan
Duration:9 days
Type:Group tour (max 44)
Travel Period
November 2025 - December 2026
9 Day Tour from Tokyo to Kyoto
Escape into a world of ancient tradition and modern marvels on this Globus Escapes tour of Japan. From the captivating capital city of Tokyo to the moving memorials of Hiroshima and the magnificent temples and shrines Kyoto, you’ll enjoy fewer crowds in the off-season to savor each stunning scene, sumptuous cuisine, and serene natural beauty. Enjoy the ancient art of Japanese tea traditions, be whisked away on the famous shinkansen (bullet train), wander through 400-year-old gardens, and wonder at the natural beauty of Nara Park’s free-roaming deer and dazzling lanterns of Kasuga Shrine. This spectacular tour of Japan is the perfect escape for off-season travel from Tokyo to Kyoto and every incredible sight in between!
All This. Included
We’ve packed everything you need for the perfect vacation—from hand-selected hotels and dining to the friendly expertise of Globus Tour Directors and Local Guides with complimentary headsets to hear every word, to seamless transportation between destinations and VIP access to the world’s most iconic sites! Touring by private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi (where available). Enhance your free time with your GlobusGO mobile app!
Escape into a world of ancient tradition and modern marvels on this Globus Escapes tour of Japan. From the captivating capital city of Tokyo to the moving memorials of Hiroshima and the magnificent temples and shrines Kyoto, you’ll enjoy fewer crowds in the off-season to savor each stunning scene, sumptuous cuisine, and serene natural beauty. Enjoy the ancient art of Japanese tea traditions, be whisked away on the famous shinkansen (bullet train), wander through 400-year-old gardens, and wonder at the natural beauty of Nara Park’s free-roaming deer and dazzling lanterns of Kasuga Shrine. This spectacular tour of Japan is the perfect escape for off-season travel from Tokyo to Kyoto and every incredible sight in between!
All This. Included
We’ve packed everything you need for the perfect vacation—from hand-selected hotels and dining to the friendly expertise of Globus Tour Directors and Local Guides with complimentary headsets to hear every word, to seamless transportation between destinations and VIP access to the world’s most iconic sites! Touring by private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi (where available). Enhance your free time with your GlobusGO mobile app!
Standard inclusions
- 8 Breakfasts, 4 Lunches, 3 Dinners
Itinerary
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Collapse allARRIVE IN TOKYO, JAPAN
Konnichiwa, Japan!
Welcome to Tokyo, Japan’s capital city. Hotel check-in is available mid-afternoon.
Welcome to Tokyo, Japan’s capital city. Hotel check-in is available mid-afternoon.
TOKYO
Monumental Metropolis
Start with a visit to Meiji Shrine, a magnificent 20th-century Shinto monument set in a man-made forest, then partake in a [LF] tea ceremony. Last stop is the Asakusa Kannon Templeand Nakamise shopping arcade. Tonight, join your travel companions at a welcome dinner hosted by your Tour Director. (B,L,D) LOCAL FAVORITE PLANNED TO A TEA Participate in a tea ceremony, the ancient tradition and carefully choreographed ritual of preparing and serving Japanese green tea.
Start with a visit to Meiji Shrine, a magnificent 20th-century Shinto monument set in a man-made forest, then partake in a [LF] tea ceremony. Last stop is the Asakusa Kannon Templeand Nakamise shopping arcade. Tonight, join your travel companions at a welcome dinner hosted by your Tour Director. (B,L,D) LOCAL FAVORITE PLANNED TO A TEA Participate in a tea ceremony, the ancient tradition and carefully choreographed ritual of preparing and serving Japanese green tea.
TOKYO
Tokyo to Go
Enjoy a full day at your leisure to explore the city. (B) ENHANCED FREE TIME EXPLORE MORE Tokyo has something for everyone so visit one of the city’s unique neighborhoods like Ginza or Shibuya districts, dine at the street food markets, or take a full day excursion to the Five Lakes region and spectacular Mt Fuji.
Enjoy a full day at your leisure to explore the city. (B) ENHANCED FREE TIME EXPLORE MORE Tokyo has something for everyone so visit one of the city’s unique neighborhoods like Ginza or Shibuya districts, dine at the street food markets, or take a full day excursion to the Five Lakes region and spectacular Mt Fuji.
TOKYO–HIROSHIMA
Graceful Hiroshima
Board one of Japan’s famous shinkansen (bullet train) bound for historic Hiroshima. Join your Local Guide for a visit to the 400-year-old Shukkei-en Garden, where natural landscapes are represented in miniature form. (B,D)TOUR HIGHLIGHTSPEEDING BULLET Board a shinkansen (bullet train) en route to Hiroshima for a quick and comfortable ride through space and time in the tradition of the fastest way to travel in Japan.
Board one of Japan’s famous shinkansen (bullet train) bound for historic Hiroshima. Join your Local Guide for a visit to the 400-year-old Shukkei-en Garden, where natural landscapes are represented in miniature form. (B,D)TOUR HIGHLIGHTSPEEDING BULLET Board a shinkansen (bullet train) en route to Hiroshima for a quick and comfortable ride through space and time in the tradition of the fastest way to travel in Japan.
HIROSHIMA
Reveries & Remembrances
Explore the highlights of Hiroshima with your Local Guide. Start your guided at Peace Memorial Park, then travel by ferry to Miyajima Island to visit Itsukushima Shrine. Enjoy your evening at your leisure. (B,L) TOUR HIGHLIGHT MONUMENTS & MEMORIALS Peace Memorial Park is home to the Peace Memorial, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that has been preserved just as it was on August 6, 1945, immediately after the bombing. You will also visit the Memorial Museum and Memorial Hall, which commemorate the lives lost that day. On Miyajima Island, visit Itsukushima Shrine, another UNESCO World Heritage Site, known for its floating Torii Gate.
Explore the highlights of Hiroshima with your Local Guide. Start your guided at Peace Memorial Park, then travel by ferry to Miyajima Island to visit Itsukushima Shrine. Enjoy your evening at your leisure. (B,L) TOUR HIGHLIGHT MONUMENTS & MEMORIALS Peace Memorial Park is home to the Peace Memorial, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that has been preserved just as it was on August 6, 1945, immediately after the bombing. You will also visit the Memorial Museum and Memorial Hall, which commemorate the lives lost that day. On Miyajima Island, visit Itsukushima Shrine, another UNESCO World Heritage Site, known for its floating Torii Gate.
HIROSHIMA–KURASHIKI-HIMEJI-KYOTO
Storied Castle Keep
Drive north to Kurashiki and enjoy free time in the Bikan Historical Quarter, once the political and commercial center of the city. The canal-lined, white-washed, stone streets reflect the Edo period (1603-1867) and are quintessentially Japanese. Stop in Himeji to visit Himeji Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Continue to Kyoto. (B,L) TOUR HIGHLIGHT HISTORIC SPOT Himeji Castle stands guard on its lofty hilltop perch as the finest surviving example of early 17th-century Japanese castle architecture that combines function with elegance in its white, 6-story fortress keep. Its 600-year history as a strategic defense point to the west of Kyoto began in the 1400s to become the white castle complex completed in 1609 under daimyo Lord Ikeda Terumasa. Marvel at more than 80 buildings connected by a series of labyrinth-like winding paths.
Drive north to Kurashiki and enjoy free time in the Bikan Historical Quarter, once the political and commercial center of the city. The canal-lined, white-washed, stone streets reflect the Edo period (1603-1867) and are quintessentially Japanese. Stop in Himeji to visit Himeji Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Continue to Kyoto. (B,L) TOUR HIGHLIGHT HISTORIC SPOT Himeji Castle stands guard on its lofty hilltop perch as the finest surviving example of early 17th-century Japanese castle architecture that combines function with elegance in its white, 6-story fortress keep. Its 600-year history as a strategic defense point to the west of Kyoto began in the 1400s to become the white castle complex completed in 1609 under daimyo Lord Ikeda Terumasa. Marvel at more than 80 buildings connected by a series of labyrinth-like winding paths.
KYOTO
Sushi, Shrines & Temples
This morning, you’ll visit two of the city’s most important sites: Fushimi Inari Shrine and Kiyomizu Temple. Next, visit Yuzen Handmade Corner to learn about the Yuzen dyeing technique used to decorate kimonos by painting dye directly on the cloth. Make your own souvenir using this traditional method. Then, participate in a [LF] Japanese cooking class for lunch. (B,L) LOCAL FAVORITE CULTURAL TREASURES Japan is known for its cuisine, which is deeply ingrained into the culture. What better way to gain insights into the local way of life than through your generations of traditional dishes? Participate in a special cooking class under the instruction of a local chef to learn how to make miso soup, teriyaki chicken, and makizushi, more commonly known as a sushi roll. TOUR HIGHLIGHT SENSATIONAL SHRINES While in Kyoto one must take a step back in time to explore this historic former capital and its important wooden shrines and temples. Explore Fushimi Inari Shrine, renowned for the thousands of brightly hued Torii Gates. Afterward, continue to the Higashiyama District to visit Kiyomizu Temple, the “Pure Water Temple,” with stunning views over Kyoto. Along the way, walk through the busy streets, where shops and restaurants have been catering to pilgrims for centuries.
This morning, you’ll visit two of the city’s most important sites: Fushimi Inari Shrine and Kiyomizu Temple. Next, visit Yuzen Handmade Corner to learn about the Yuzen dyeing technique used to decorate kimonos by painting dye directly on the cloth. Make your own souvenir using this traditional method. Then, participate in a [LF] Japanese cooking class for lunch. (B,L) LOCAL FAVORITE CULTURAL TREASURES Japan is known for its cuisine, which is deeply ingrained into the culture. What better way to gain insights into the local way of life than through your generations of traditional dishes? Participate in a special cooking class under the instruction of a local chef to learn how to make miso soup, teriyaki chicken, and makizushi, more commonly known as a sushi roll. TOUR HIGHLIGHT SENSATIONAL SHRINES While in Kyoto one must take a step back in time to explore this historic former capital and its important wooden shrines and temples. Explore Fushimi Inari Shrine, renowned for the thousands of brightly hued Torii Gates. Afterward, continue to the Higashiyama District to visit Kiyomizu Temple, the “Pure Water Temple,” with stunning views over Kyoto. Along the way, walk through the busy streets, where shops and restaurants have been catering to pilgrims for centuries.
KYOTO–NARA EXCURSION
Larger than Life
Travel to nearby Nara to visit Kasuga Shrine and Todaiji Temple, both UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Tonight, your Tour Director hosts a farewell dinner to celebrate your discovery of Japan. (B,D) TOUR HIGHLIGHT NARA GIANTS Travel to Nara Park, one of the largest in Japan, and famous for its free-roaming deer amid its shrines and temples. Kasuga Shrine, the most celebrated in Nara, is a Shinto shrine with some 3,000 stone and bronze lanterns. On the opposite end of the park is Todaiji Temple, one of Japan’s most significant temples. Originally built in 752 AD and again after a fire in 1692, the temple is only two-thirds its original size yet remains one of the world’s largest wooden buildings. The Daibutsu (Giant Buddha) inside the main hall is made of copper and bronze, weighs 250 tons and is 49 feet tall.
Travel to nearby Nara to visit Kasuga Shrine and Todaiji Temple, both UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Tonight, your Tour Director hosts a farewell dinner to celebrate your discovery of Japan. (B,D) TOUR HIGHLIGHT NARA GIANTS Travel to Nara Park, one of the largest in Japan, and famous for its free-roaming deer amid its shrines and temples. Kasuga Shrine, the most celebrated in Nara, is a Shinto shrine with some 3,000 stone and bronze lanterns. On the opposite end of the park is Todaiji Temple, one of Japan’s most significant temples. Originally built in 752 AD and again after a fire in 1692, the temple is only two-thirds its original size yet remains one of the world’s largest wooden buildings. The Daibutsu (Giant Buddha) inside the main hall is made of copper and bronze, weighs 250 tons and is 49 feet tall.
KYOTO
Say it Ain’t Sayonara
Your tour ends with breakfast this morning. (B)
Your tour ends with breakfast this morning. (B)
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At Globus, we’re not just hooked on travel as a destination, but on the way travel makes you feel. Our promise is to craft adventures you’ll want to re-live forever. Our story began more than 90 years ago, when a young Swiss Antonio Mantegazza began transporting tourists across Lake Lugano on his rowboat, sharing stories and revealing local secrets along the way. On that lake, Globus was born. Discovering a passion for tourism and a knack for business, Antonio’s services expanded beyond river transport to bus touring, from Switzerland to Europe and then, the world. After 90 years curating travel wonderment, our passion for curating the perfect trip remains. At Globus, we have the experience and local knowledge to craft immersive adventures that make you feel alive. Expect to see all the major sites, but then go deeper, to the beating heart of every new discovery. As they say, when you’re in the moment, it’s not what you know, but who you know, and you’ll quickly discover our Tour Directors know all the local secrets and insider tips. Let us connect you with a new world of people, places and experiences that will ignite your imagination. It's time to tour with Globus.
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