Whispers of History and Harmony: Japan’s Timeless Beauty

Day 1: Arrival in Tokyo – Discover Timeless Traditions

Arrive at Haneda Airport and begin your Japanese adventure with historic temples and vibrant city streets.

• Arrival at Haneda International Airport; meet English-speaking guide

• Transfer via Keikyu Line from Haneda Airport Station to Asakusa Station

• Hotel check-in and free time (approx. 2 minutes walk to Nakamise Street)

• Lunch at an Indian restaurant

• Visit Sensoji Temple and Nakamise Shopping Street

• Explore Ameyoko Shopping Street

• Visit Akihabara Electric Town

• Dinner at an Indian restaurant near Asakusa

• Return to the hotel

Day 2: From Tokyo to Aizuwakamatsu – Exploring Historic Castles and Hot Springs

Travel through scenic routes to Fukushima and experience samurai heritage and hot springs.

• Check out after breakfast

• Transfer to Aizuwakamatsu via Tohoku Shinkansen and Express Bus

• Hotel luggage drop-off

• Lunch at an Indian restaurant

• Visit Aizu Clan School Nisshinkan

• Explore Sazaedo Double Spiral Pagoda

• Walk through historic Ouchijuku Post Town

• Visit Tsuruga Castle and Nanokamachi Street

• Relax at Higashiyama Onsen

• Dinner at an Indian restaurant

• Check in at the hotel

Day 3: Nikko’s Sacred Sites and Natural Wonders

Explore the spiritual shrines and magnificent waterfalls of Nikko.

• Breakfast and hotel check-out

• Travel via Express Bus and Shinkansen to Utsunomiya

• Lunch at an Indian restaurant

• Take the JR Nikko Line and the Tobu Bus to Nikko Toshogu Shrine

• Visit Nikko Toshogu Shrine

• See Kegon Falls

• Enjoy the Kinugawa River boat ride

• Visit Akechidaira Observatory

• Dinner at an Indian restaurant near JR Utsunomiya Station

• Return to the hotel

Day 4: From Nikko to Tachikawa/Saitama Area – Gardens and Urban Leisure

Experience urban parks and bonsai gardens amid leisure time in Tachikawa.

• Breakfast and hotel check-out

• Travel by Shinkansen and JR Chuo Line to Tachikawa

• Hotel luggage drop-off and check-in later

• Lunch at an Indian restaurant

• Visit Green Springs complex and Showa Kinen National Government Park’s Bonsai Garden

• Free time for city strolling

• Dinner at an Indian restaurant near Tachikawa Station

Day 5: Tachikawa Adventures: Limestone Caves and Traditional Crafts

Enjoy nature and culture with outdoor activities and craft experiences.

• Breakfast and depart the hotel

• Visit Hokoji Temple in Hinode-machi

• Lunch at a Japanese restaurant

• Summer rafting at Mitake Rafting Club or winter indigo-dyeing at Kusakusaen Studio

• Explore Kurochaya (traditional country restaurant and grounds)

• Visit Nippara Limestone Cave

• Dinner at an Indian restaurant

• Return to the hotel

Day 6: Majestic Mt. Fuji Day Trip Via Tachikawa

Reach Mount Fuji’s 5th Station and enjoy photo stops, hikes, and shrine visits.

• Breakfast and depart the hotel

• Travel via JR Tachikawa Station, Chuo Line Limited Express “Kaiji,” and Fujikyu Railway to Fujisan Station

• Bus to Mt. Fuji 5th Station; visit Komitake Shrine

• Lunch at the 5th Station restaurant

• Hike the Ochudo Trail and the viewpoint

• Return to Tachikawa

• Dinner at an Indian restaurant

• Return to the hotel

Day 7: Journey to Shiga via Kyoto – Lake Biwa Cruise and Valley Views

Travel through historic Kyoto to Shiga for scenic lake cruises and nature.

• Check out after breakfast

• Travel via JR Chuo Line, Shinkansen, and JR Biwako Line to Kusatsu

• Luggage drop-off at the hotel

• Enjoy the “Michigan” lunch cruise on Lake Biwa (buffet)

• Visit Biwako Valley

• Dinner at Restaurant Shio

• Return to the hotel

Day 8: Shiga Cultural Tour: Temples, Canals, and Culinary Treats

Engage in traditional crafts, boat rides, and sightseeing in charming towns.

• Depart the hotel after breakfast

• Experience sutra copying, matcha, and Goshuin at Saiouji Temple

• Lunch at an Indian restaurant

• Hachiman-bori canal boat ride

• Visit La Collina Omihachiman (confectionery factory & souvenirs)

• Explore Himure Hachimangu Shrine and Shinmachi Street

• Dinner at an Indian restaurant near Kusatsu

• Return to the hotel

Day 9: Kyoto’s Spiritual and Historic Treasures

Explore Kyoto’s famous temples, vibrant streets, and bustling markets.

• Check out and travel to Kyoto after breakfast

• Luggage drop-off at the hotel

• Visit Kiyomizu-dera Temple and Yasaka Shrine

• Lunch at an Indian restaurant

• Stroll the Pontocho and Gion districts

• Explore Nishiki Market

• Visit Arashiyama Bamboo Grove

• Dinner at an Indian restaurant near the hotel

• Return to the hotel

Day 10: Hiroshima – History and Peace Memorials

Dive into Hiroshima’s poignant history and cultural landmarks.

• Check out and Shinkansen to Hiroshima

• Meet the guide and leave luggage at the hotel (no check-in)

• Lunch at an Indian restaurant near Hiroshima Station

• Visit Hiroshima Toshogu Shrine, the Atomic Bomb Dome, Peace Memorial Museum

• Check into the hotel

• Dinner at an Indian restaurant near the hotel

Day 11: Hiroshima and Miyajima Island Exploration

Experience Miyajima’s spiritual beauty in nature and gardens.

• Breakfast and meet the guide

• Visit Itsukushima Shrine (Miyajima)

• Lunch at an Indian restaurant

• Explore Shukkeien Garden

• Free time to explore Hiroshima and the souvenir shop

• Dinner at an Indian restaurant

• Return to the hotel 

Day 12: Farewell Japan – Return Journey to India

Prepare for departure with smooth transfers and fond farewells.

• Breakfast and check out

• Shinkansen to Shin-Osaka

• Transfer to Osaka Itami International Airport

• Fly to Haneda, then connect to New Delhi

The rate for this itinerary package will be: JPY 765000 per person onwards