Japan is a land where ancient traditions blend seamlessly with cutting-edge modern life. From the historic temples of Kyoto to the towering skyscrapers of Tokyo, every corner offers something unique to discover. Wander through cherry blossom parks, soak in natural hot springs, and explore lively markets and serene shrines. Food lovers will be thrilled with sushi, ramen, tempura, and endless street food delights. Nature enthusiasts can hike scenic mountains, visit picturesque villages, or relax on beautiful coastlines. Japan’s efficient transportation makes it easy to explore both bustling cities and quiet countryside. With its rich culture, incredible hospitality, and unforgettable experiences, Japan is truly a dream destination.
An epic bilingual adventure leader for your entire tour
Calligraphy in Kamakura, A Miyajima island day trip and much more
All local transport within Japan.
Includes hostel accommodation, plus one night in a ryokan
Laundry, additional meals, shopping etc.
Travel Insurance is needed and can be purchased separately. Depending upon your nationality, you may require a visa. Please check with the country's embassy website for more details.
International flights
Not included in your tour price - Ask your adventure leader for local recommendations!
This tour starts in Tokyo and ends in Osaka. Throughout, all your local travel is included in the tour, excluding airport transfers. For an additional fee, you can book the train back from Osaka to Tokyo – you can add this on to your booking at checkout.
You can find all of our set departure dates on the calendar at the top of the page. You can join a trip at any point – if you need to discuss a situation like this, such as joining a tour late, email our team on fly@exceltrips.com.
On this adventure tour, you’ll be based in hostels. All of the hostels we use are clean, comfortable, and well-located. In them, you’ll have all bedding provided for you, so no need to bring anything extra! Some of the hostels we use on this tour may include: Shinjuku Imano Hostel, Tokyo Keikyu Plat Kamakura, Kamakura (Please note that this hostel offers mixed gender toilets and bathrooms.) Fuji-Hakone Guesthouse, Hakone (Please note that this hostel offers mixed gender toilets and bathrooms.) K’s House Kyoto, Kyoto (Please note that this hostel offers mixed gender toilets and bathrooms.) Webase Hiroshima, Hiroshima Lub d Osaka Honmachi, Osaka Please note that while gender-specific dorm rooms are available in some destinations, there is a chance that your hostel accommodation will be mixed dorms.
While we get a huge range of people on this tour, we tend to see that this tour is most popular with people in their early-20s to mid-30s.
The use of Drones and other unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) is prohibited during activities organized by Excel Trips. If you are in possession of a drone when entering the country it is your responsibility to be informed of and follow all local laws. This may include registering your drone with authorities. If you violate this policy or operate a drone illegally you are subject to removal from the tour as per our terms & conditions.
USD 649
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