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Highlights
A taste of your adventure…
Kinkakuji, Kyoto
Ancient Traditions
Sensō-ji Temple
Hiroshima
Bullet train travel
Nara Deer
Vibrant Tokyo
Traditional tea ceremony
The Heart of Tokyo
Shibuya Crossing
Mount Fuji
Arashiyama Bamboo Forest
About Your Journey
Where Ancient Traditions Meet Modern Japan
Experience Japan’s fascinating contrasts on a journey from the bright lights of Tokyo to historic Hiroshima, cultural Kyoto and the landscapes surrounding Mount Fuji. Travel aboard Japan’s famous bullet trains, wander through tranquil gardens and ancient temples, experience a traditional tea ceremony and discover the history and traditions that have shaped this remarkable country.
Itinerary
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Depart Auckland on Air New Zealand flight NZ99 at 11.15am, arrive Tokyo 6.15pm. Transfer to your hotel and enjoy a welcome dinner. Stay Tobu Hotel Levant, 3 nights.
Included: D
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Explore Kiyosumi Gardens and historic Asakusa, visit Senso-ji Temple and take in sweeping city views from Tokyo Skytree. Enjoy a sushi lunch during today’s sightseeing.
Included: B, L, D
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Visit the Imperial Palace East Garden and Meiji Shrine before experiencing Shibuya’s famous pedestrian crossing. Enjoy an afternoon at leisure followed by a dinner cruise on Tokyo Bay.
Included: B, D
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Travel aboard the Nozomi bullet train to Hiroshima. This afternoon, visit Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park before dinner at your hotel. Stay ANA Crowne Plaza Hiroshima, 2 nights.
Included: B, D
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Visit the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum before travelling by ferry to Miyajima. Explore Itsukushima Shrine and enjoy time at leisure on the island.
Included: B, L, D
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Visit magnificent Himeji Castle and stroll through the traditional Kokoen Garden before continuing by road to Kobe. Stay Crown Palais Kobe, 1 night.
Included: B, L
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Explore historic Nara, including Nara Park, Todaiji Temple and Isuien Garden. Visit the Sumo Museum and enjoy a traditional sumo hotpot before continuing to Kyoto. Stay Keihan Hotel Hachijoguchi, 3 nights.
Included: B, L, D
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Discover Kiyomizu-dera before experiencing the traditions and rituals of a Japanese tea ceremony with a tea master.
Included: B, L
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Visit the Golden Pavilion, stroll through Arashiyama’s famous bamboo forest and discover Ryoanji’s celebrated Zen rock garden.
Included: B, L, D
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Visit Fushimi Inari Shrine and its thousands of vermilion torii gates before travelling by bullet train to the Mount Fuji region. Stay Mount Fuji Hotel, 2 nights.
Included: B, L
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Explore the Fuji Five Lakes region, cruise Lake Ashi and ride the Hakone Ropeway to the volcanic Owakudani Valley.
Included: B, L, D
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Weather permitting, travel to Mount Fuji’s 5th Station for views across the Fuji Five Lakes region. Visit the Itchiku Kubota Art Museum before travelling aboard the Romancecar to Tokyo. Stay Tobu Hotel Levant, 2 nights.
Included: B, L, D
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Visit Nikko’s magnificent Toshogu Shrine and impressive Kegon Falls before returning to Tokyo for a farewell dinner.
Included: B, L, D
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Spend time exploring traditional Narita, with an opportunity to try some local food and do some last minute shopping before transferring to the airport. Depart Tokyo on Air New Zealand flight NZ98 at 6.30pm.
Included: B
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Arrive Auckland 9.00am
Discover the heart of Japan.
Reserve your place on this unforgettable tour. Numbers are limited, so don’t delay.
Why you’ll love this trip
apan has an extraordinary ability to feel both deeply traditional and thoroughly modern. This journey gives you time to experience both, from Tokyo’s energy and Kyoto’s temples to Hiroshima’s moving history and the landscapes of Mount Fuji. Add bullet train journeys, beautiful gardens, a traditional tea ceremony, Japanese cuisine and visits to Miyajima and Nikko, and you’ll come away with a wonderful insight into the country and its culture.
Inclusions & Activities
Airfares: Return Economy class airfares Auckland to Tokyo
Accommodation: 13 nights quality accommodation throughout
Sightseeing: All sightseeing and attractions as shown including the iconic Shibuya Crossing, Mount Fuji, Miyajima and more
Meals: Daily breakfasts plus lunches and dinners as specified
Transfers: Home pick up and drop off in Auckland Metro area
Tour Leader: Travelwise Tour Leader throughout, plus local guides
Bex Brown, Tour Leader
Your Tour Leader
Bex Brown
Bex is a fun, charismatic Tour Leader at Travelwise known for her sense of humour, easy-going attitude, and genuine passion for people and culture. Bex’s enthusiasm and storytelling make every trip feel like the adventure of a lifetime.
Before you book, you should know
Activity Level 2: A balanced pace with more time exploring throughout the day. Suitable for travellers comfortable with longer walks, standing during sightseeing, and walking over some uneven surfaces. A good choice if you prefer: Getting out and about, with a steady but manageable pace.
Departure: 15 October 2027
Other Notes:
Deposit: $1,000 pp
Balance Payment Date: 12 August 2027
Bookings may still be available after this date. Please contact us for availability.
Insurance: Comprehensive travel insurance is mandatory for this tour and must be in place by the final payment date. We recommend arranging cover when you pay your deposit, so you are protected from the time of booking. Please ask us if you need assistance arranging insurance.
