Himeji Castle in spring cherry blossom season, Hyogo, Japan
Cherry blossoms and castle in Himeji, Japan.
Kurushima Bridges in Seto Inland Sea, Japan
Snow monkeys in a natural onsen (hot spring), located in Jigokudani Park, Yudanaka. Nagano Japan.

From £7,995pp

Based on two sharing. Departing 19 Sept 2026

Escorted Group Tours

Grand Tour of Japan

  • Including flight

  • 22 days

  • 29 excursions and visits

  • 2.5 days - free time

  • Active explorer

Japan is a country of contrasts, and this three-week adventure explores them all. Travel from small towns and historic castles to bustling cities aboard high-speed trains. Along the way, visit landscaped gardens, volcanic landscapes, and hot-spring-dwelling snow monkeys, reflect on history in Hiroshima and Nagasaki, and explore Mount Koya, while sampling local cuisine, culture, and art. Selected dates also include a full-day sumo wrestling experience, providing a truly unique insight into Japanese culture.

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

19 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 2 dinners

Flight

International flights and luggage are included

Accommodation

19 nights in hotels and 1 in flight

Excursions

  • Guided tours of Tokyo and Kyoto
  • Excursion to Hakone; Nakasendo Trail; Koyasan; Naoshima Island
  • Visits to Jigokudani Monkey Park; Zenkō-ji Temple; Arashiyama Bamboo Grove; Kōraku-en Garden; Himeji Castle and Ritsurin Garden

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 £195 per person applies if the included travel insurance and cancellation cover is not required §.

Itinerary

GTJ

Availability

Sep 2026

1 departure

From £7,995pp

Best deal

Oct 2026

3 departures

From £7,775pp

Nov 2026

1 departure

From £8,275pp

Best deal

JL
19 Sep 2026
10 Oct 2026

Sat - 19:20

Sat - 00:15

London Heathrow Airport

22 days

From £7,995pp

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