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From £6,915pp
Based on one passenger. Departing 7 Sept 2026
Escorted Group Tours
Solo Travellers
Essence of Japan - Solo
Solo departures available
Including flight
15 days
17 excursions and visits
1 day - free time
Moderately active
Ancient and ultra-modern sit shoulder to shoulder in Japan. On this Japan itinerary, we’ll experience both over two weeks, exploring high-paced cities, hushed shrines and temples, and serene gardens. We’ll attend a traditional tea ceremony, learn a little about geisha and samurai culture, catch a glimpse of Mount Fuji and whizz between cities on the sleek, slick Shinkansen (bullet train). Our Japan tours travel in spring, when cherry blossoms and hydrangea bloom; in summer, when you can time your tour with the fascinating Gion Festival; and in autumn, when maple trees are a blaze of fiery red and orange. In April and October, some dates coincide with the colourful Takayama Festival, and May and September also offer opportunities to experience a Sumo wrestling tournament. Which will you choose?
No surcharges guaranteed
For further peace of mind, once you have booked your holiday and we have confirmed your booking, we guarantee not to increase the price you pay if fuel prices or exchange rates change.
Your holiday includes
Meals
12 breakfasts, 1 lunch
Flight
International flights and luggage are included
Accommodation
12 nights in hotels and 1 in flight
Excursions
- City tours of Tokyo, Kanazawa (including Kenroku-en Garden), and Kyoto
- Mount Fuji Visitor Centre
- Visits to Matsumoto Castle, Shirakawago Village, Miyajima Island and Nara (including Todaiji Temple and Nara Park)
Tour manager
Expert guidance throughout your holiday
§ Travel insurance is underwritten by Astrenska Insurance Limited, subject to medical screening. Pre-departure cancellation cover (cancellation rights) is provided by Saga and is only available when taking out the included insurance. Click here for more information.
Exceptional value every time
Nationwide return chauffeur service
Getting to the airport is easy, thanks to our nationwide return shared chauffeur service, which is included on every tour.
Travel insurance and additional cancellation cover included §
Price includes travel insurance and additional cancellation cover. A price reduction of £89 per person applies if the included travel insurance and cancellation cover is not required §.
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Important information
§Travel insurance is underwritten by Astrenska Insurance Limited, subject to medical screening. A price reduction will be applied if the included travel insurance is not required. Pre-departure cancellation cover (cancellation rights) is provided by Saga and is only available when taking out the included insurance. Read more