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Splendours of Japan with Hiroshima

4.9/5 Based on 15 Reviews No Booking FeesDedicated Travel Advisor
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Our Price From 8,816 Per Person
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 Trip Length
13 Days
 Trip Starts
Tokyo
 Trip Finishes
Osaka
13 Day Splendours of Japan with Hiroshima Itinerary (Trafalgar)
Countries Explored: Japan
Our Price From 8,816 Per Person
Exclusive Savings 1,147 Per Person
 Trip Length
13 Days
 Trip Starts
Tokyo
 Trip Finishes
Osaka
13 Day Splendours of Japan with Hiroshima Itinerary (Trafalgar)
Countries Explored: Japan
Trip Style
Country Explorer
Departures
Accommodation
4 Star
Max. Group Size
29
Guide Level
Fully Guided
Trip Code
JPHO
Trip Style
Country Explorer
Departures
Accommodation
4 Star
Max. Group Size
29
Guide Level
Fully Guided
Trip Code
JPHO

Overview

Read 15 reviews and enjoy exclusive savings on Trafalgar's 13 Day Splendours of Japan with Hiroshima. Embrace the timeless tradition and modern spirit of Japan’s iconic sites, from the neon skyline of Tokyo to the foodie hotspot of Osaka. Relax in the soothing hot springs of Kotohira, spend the night in a traditional ryokan and contemplate world peace in Hiroshima.
Read 15 reviews and enjoy exclusive savings on Trafalgar's 13 Day Splendours of Japan with Hiroshima. Embrace the timeless tradition and modern spirit of Japan’s iconic sites, from the neon skyline of Tokyo to the foodie hotspot of Osaka. Relax in the soothing hot springs of Kotohira, spend the night in a traditional ryokan and contemplate world peace in Hiroshima.

Itinerary

Your in-depth exploration of Japan begins in Tokyo.

On arrival at Narita or Haneda Airport, take a shuttle bus transfer to your centrally located hotel, where you'll join your Travel Director and fellow guests for a Welcome Reception drink and local appetisers. (WR) Stay: New Otani Garden Tower

We launch our City Tour in the old-time entertainment centre of Asakusa, where we'll encounter the Sensoji Buddhist Temple. One of Tokyo's most colourful and popular temples, Sensoji has been rebuilt countless times since it was founded in 628, making it Tokyo's oldest temple site. Strolling down Nakamise next, we immerse ourselves in the sights and sounds of shitamachi (downtown Tokyo), admiring the wooden dolls, colourful chiyogami (origami paper) and traditional Japanese sweets.

We'll ascend Tokyo Skytree, the world's highest free-standing broadcasting tower for panoramic views of the city. (B)

Our first stop today is the Imperial Palace Plaza from where the two bridges that form the entrance to the inner grounds of the Imperial Palace can be viewed. We'll have the opportunity to explore the leafy Imperial Palace East Gardens before continuing our City Tour. At the Tokyo National Museum browse collections of Japanese art, then continue to the Ginza district where we'll learn how to make sushi with a Local Specialist. We venture to the Five Lakes District next, keeping a keen eye out for the UNESCO listed Mt. Fuji which dominates the landscape. (B/L/D) Stay: Fuji Marriott Yamanakako

Visit Oshino Hakkai, a small rural village in the Fuji Five Lakes district, renowned for eight natural spring water ponds that are fed by melted snow from Mt. Fuji. Admire the reflections of the sky and landscapes in its clear waters, then ascend Mt. Fuji by road to 2,300 metres at the 5th station. Ride up Mt. Tenjo on the Kachikachiyama Ropeway next, for jaw-dropping views (weather permitting) of Mt. Fuji and Lake Kawaguchiko. Then, journey through the Japanese Alps to the beautiful hillside town of Takayama, before enjoying dinner at the hotel. (B/D) Stay: Associa Takayama Resort

Immerse yourself in tradition as you walk through the Edo-style streets of Takayama's Old Town. Indulge a lunch of Japanese Hida-gyu – beef from a black-haired Japanese cattle breed, renowned as one of the finest quality varieties of beef. Journey back in time this afternoon during a visit to the peaceful UNESCO-listed Gokayama, a mountain village set amidst five valleys. Admire the unique construction of the local Gassho-zukuri wooden houses that have been built without the use of nails with steeply sloped thatched roofs to prevent snow from building up on them.

Next, meet a local family in one of these houses to observe local artisans making washi paper and trying your hand at making your own. Make a difference to the sustainability of this small business during this MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. Stay overnight in Kanazawa. (B/L) Stay: Kanazawa Tokyu

Join a Local Specialist this morning to learn the secrets of painting gold leaf, a delicate craft the Japanese have been perfecting since the 16th century. Continue to the tranquil gardens of Kenrokuen, which took shape over a hundred years to emerge as one of Japan's most beautiful gardens.

Connecting with your exquisite natural surrounds, you'll stroll through ornate landscapes and past ponds and temples. Take a short walk through the Omicho market next to see the local fish catch and enjoy an insider's view of everyday life in a busy coastal town. Then, visit the Nagamachi District with its beautifully preserved samurai houses that line the traditional stone streets. Here you will gain first-hand insights into samurai life during a visit to the Nomura house, an elegant samurai mansion. (B)

We board an Express train this morning to Kyoto, where we'll Connect With Locals at a traditional ryokan, built in 1932 to serve as the second residence of Emperor Akihito's uncle. We'll enjoy a Be My Guest lunch and learn about local Japanese customs as our hosts welcome us into their beautiful home. After lunch, we visit the UNESCO-listed Kinkakuji Temple with its famous Kinkaku (Golden Pavilion), the proud symbol of Kyoto and a Zen temple, which has its origins as a 14th-century villa. (B/BMG) Stay: Nikko Princess

The blazing orange torii gates of Fushimi Inari Shrine guide our path through the forest, up into the mountains and to a sacred site that has heard prayers for prosperity and happiness since the 8th century. We continue to Sanjusangen-do Hall and admire the minute detail of each of its 1,001 “thousand-handed” goddesses of mercy statues, then enjoy a walking tour of the Gion area.

This evening, we indulge in a Farewell Dinner with your Travel Director and fellow guests. (B/FD)

This morning we leave Japan's main island Honshu behind, crossing the world's largest suspension bridge over the Seto Inland Sea to Awaji Island. Enjoy free time for lunch, then take a walk around Yumebutai, a complex of buildings built on the side of the mountain. One of the most striking features is the ‘100 Stepped Garden' — a group of 100 flowerbeds in small square gardens on an incline and arranged in grids spread over several levels.

Visit the Water Temple and admire the reflection of the surrounding mountains, rice paddies and bamboo groves as you descend the steps to the Buddhist temple beneath its still waters. Journey to the small mountain hot springs village of Kotohira where our accommodation tonight is one of Trafalgar's Stays With Stories - a traditional Japanese ryokan.

We'll have some time this evening to climb the steps adjacent to the hotel to visit Kotohira-gu Shrine and be rewarded with breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside. Later perhaps take a relaxing soak in the onsen (hot spring) bath at our hotel. (B/D) Stay: Kotohira Grand Sakuranosho Ryokan

This morning visit the Zentsuji Temple, birthplace of one of the most revered figures of Japanese Buddhism, the high priest Kobo Daishi. It is the 75th temple on the 88 temple Shikoku Pilgrimage, which covers approximately 1,200 kilometres and was traditionally done on foot taking up to 60 days to complete. It is still done by many people today although modern pilgrims use cars, taxis, buses, bicycles or motorcycles.

Continue to Omishima Island and make a stop at a local restaurant for lunch. Drive to Hiroshima via the Setouchi Shimanami Kaido Expressway, a 60-kilometre highway that links the islands of the Seto Inland Sea with nine individual bridges. Check into your hotel for a relaxing evening. (B/L) Stay: Rihga Royal

We travel by ferry to the sacred Miyajima Island, where we'll see the famous UNESCO-listed Itsukushima Shrine and elaborate torii gate that stands majestically in the sea. After some free time for lunch and to explore the island's spiritual sanctuaries, we return to Hiroshima for a visit to the Peace Memorial Park and Museum. Imagine the devastation and horror that followed the world's first atomic explosion in 1945 as you see the UNESCO-listed Peace Memorial, the only structure left standing in the area and an expression of hope for world peace.

This evening, we'll indulge in Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki, a savoury pancake made with egg, cabbage, soba noodles, and meat, seafood or cheese, grilled in layers on a hot plate. (B/RD)

Board the high-speed bullet train to Osaka this morning and enjoy some free time for lunch and shopping in the Dotonbori Street area. Visit Osaka Castle, which played a major role in the unification of Japan during the sixteenth century.

This evening, join your Travel Director and fellow guests for a Farewell Dinner at a local restaurant. (B/FD) Stay: Sheraton Miyako

Our encounter with Japan's centuries-old traditions and modern cityscapes at its end, take a transfer by airport shuttle service to Kansai International Airport, or Osaka Itami Airport for your onward flight. (B)

Your in-depth exploration of Japan begins in Tokyo.

On arrival at Narita or Haneda Airport, take a shuttle bus transfer to your centrally located hotel, where you'll join your Travel Director and fellow guests for a Welcome Reception drink and local appetisers. (WR) Stay: New Otani Garden Tower

We launch our City Tour in the old-time entertainment centre of Asakusa, where we'll encounter the Sensoji Buddhist Temple. One of Tokyo's most colourful and popular temples, Sensoji has been rebuilt countless times since it was founded in 628, making it Tokyo's oldest temple site. Strolling down Nakamise next, we immerse ourselves in the sights and sounds of shitamachi (downtown Tokyo), admiring the wooden dolls, colourful chiyogami (origami paper) and traditional Japanese sweets.

We'll ascend Tokyo Skytree, the world's highest free-standing broadcasting tower for panoramic views of the city. (B)

Our first stop today is the Imperial Palace Plaza from where the two bridges that form the entrance to the inner grounds of the Imperial Palace can be viewed. We'll have the opportunity to explore the leafy Imperial Palace East Gardens before continuing our City Tour. At the Tokyo National Museum browse collections of Japanese art, then continue to the Ginza district where we'll learn how to make sushi with a Local Specialist. We venture to the Five Lakes District next, keeping a keen eye out for the UNESCO listed Mt. Fuji which dominates the landscape. (B/L/D) Stay: Fuji Marriott Yamanakako

Visit Oshino Hakkai, a small rural village in the Fuji Five Lakes district, renowned for eight natural spring water ponds that are fed by melted snow from Mt. Fuji. Admire the reflections of the sky and landscapes in its clear waters, then ascend Mt. Fuji by road to 2,300 metres at the 5th station. Ride up Mt. Tenjo on the Kachikachiyama Ropeway next, for jaw-dropping views (weather permitting) of Mt. Fuji and Lake Kawaguchiko. Then, journey through the Japanese Alps to the beautiful hillside town of Takayama, before enjoying dinner at the hotel. (B/D) Stay: Associa Takayama Resort

Immerse yourself in tradition as you walk through the Edo-style streets of Takayama's Old Town. Indulge a lunch of Japanese Hida-gyu – beef from a black-haired Japanese cattle breed, renowned as one of the finest quality varieties of beef. Journey back in time this afternoon during a visit to the peaceful UNESCO-listed Gokayama, a mountain village set amidst five valleys. Admire the unique construction of the local Gassho-zukuri wooden houses that have been built without the use of nails with steeply sloped thatched roofs to prevent snow from building up on them.

Next, meet a local family in one of these houses to observe local artisans making washi paper and trying your hand at making your own. Make a difference to the sustainability of this small business during this MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. Stay overnight in Kanazawa. (B/L) Stay: Kanazawa Tokyu

Join a Local Specialist this morning to learn the secrets of painting gold leaf, a delicate craft the Japanese have been perfecting since the 16th century. Continue to the tranquil gardens of Kenrokuen, which took shape over a hundred years to emerge as one of Japan's most beautiful gardens.

Connecting with your exquisite natural surrounds, you'll stroll through ornate landscapes and past ponds and temples. Take a short walk through the Omicho market next to see the local fish catch and enjoy an insider's view of everyday life in a busy coastal town. Then, visit the Nagamachi District with its beautifully preserved samurai houses that line the traditional stone streets. Here you will gain first-hand insights into samurai life during a visit to the Nomura house, an elegant samurai mansion. (B)

We board an Express train this morning to Kyoto, where we'll Connect With Locals at a traditional ryokan, built in 1932 to serve as the second residence of Emperor Akihito's uncle. We'll enjoy a Be My Guest lunch and learn about local Japanese customs as our hosts welcome us into their beautiful home. After lunch, we visit the UNESCO-listed Kinkakuji Temple with its famous Kinkaku (Golden Pavilion), the proud symbol of Kyoto and a Zen temple, which has its origins as a 14th-century villa. (B/BMG) Stay: Nikko Princess

The blazing orange torii gates of Fushimi Inari Shrine guide our path through the forest, up into the mountains and to a sacred site that has heard prayers for prosperity and happiness since the 8th century. We continue to Sanjusangen-do Hall and admire the minute detail of each of its 1,001 “thousand-handed” goddesses of mercy statues, then enjoy a walking tour of the Gion area.

This evening, we indulge in a Farewell Dinner with your Travel Director and fellow guests. (B/FD)

This morning we leave Japan's main island Honshu behind, crossing the world's largest suspension bridge over the Seto Inland Sea to Awaji Island. Enjoy free time for lunch, then take a walk around Yumebutai, a complex of buildings built on the side of the mountain. One of the most striking features is the ‘100 Stepped Garden' — a group of 100 flowerbeds in small square gardens on an incline and arranged in grids spread over several levels.

Visit the Water Temple and admire the reflection of the surrounding mountains, rice paddies and bamboo groves as you descend the steps to the Buddhist temple beneath its still waters. Journey to the small mountain hot springs village of Kotohira where our accommodation tonight is one of Trafalgar's Stays With Stories - a traditional Japanese ryokan.

We'll have some time this evening to climb the steps adjacent to the hotel to visit Kotohira-gu Shrine and be rewarded with breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside. Later perhaps take a relaxing soak in the onsen (hot spring) bath at our hotel. (B/D) Stay: Kotohira Grand Sakuranosho Ryokan

This morning visit the Zentsuji Temple, birthplace of one of the most revered figures of Japanese Buddhism, the high priest Kobo Daishi. It is the 75th temple on the 88 temple Shikoku Pilgrimage, which covers approximately 1,200 kilometres and was traditionally done on foot taking up to 60 days to complete. It is still done by many people today although modern pilgrims use cars, taxis, buses, bicycles or motorcycles.

Continue to Omishima Island and make a stop at a local restaurant for lunch. Drive to Hiroshima via the Setouchi Shimanami Kaido Expressway, a 60-kilometre highway that links the islands of the Seto Inland Sea with nine individual bridges. Check into your hotel for a relaxing evening. (B/L) Stay: Rihga Royal

We travel by ferry to the sacred Miyajima Island, where we'll see the famous UNESCO-listed Itsukushima Shrine and elaborate torii gate that stands majestically in the sea. After some free time for lunch and to explore the island's spiritual sanctuaries, we return to Hiroshima for a visit to the Peace Memorial Park and Museum. Imagine the devastation and horror that followed the world's first atomic explosion in 1945 as you see the UNESCO-listed Peace Memorial, the only structure left standing in the area and an expression of hope for world peace.

This evening, we'll indulge in Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki, a savoury pancake made with egg, cabbage, soba noodles, and meat, seafood or cheese, grilled in layers on a hot plate. (B/RD)

Board the high-speed bullet train to Osaka this morning and enjoy some free time for lunch and shopping in the Dotonbori Street area. Visit Osaka Castle, which played a major role in the unification of Japan during the sixteenth century.

This evening, join your Travel Director and fellow guests for a Farewell Dinner at a local restaurant. (B/FD) Stay: Sheraton Miyako

Our encounter with Japan's centuries-old traditions and modern cityscapes at its end, take a transfer by airport shuttle service to Kansai International Airport, or Osaka Itami Airport for your onward flight. (B)

Trip Inclusions

  • Explore Tokyo, Kyoto and Hiroshima
  • Visit the Sensoji Temple, the Skytree Observation Tower, the Edo Tokyo Museum in Tokyo, Mt. Fuji 5th Station, the Kinkakuji Temple, Fushimi Inari Shrine and Sanjusangen-do Hall in Kyoto, the Water Temple on Awaji Island, Zentsuji Temple, the Itsukushima Shrine on Miyajima Island, the Peace Memorial Park and Museum in Hiroshima and Osaka Castle
  • View Mt. Fuji
  • See the traditional Gassho-zukuri houses in Gokayama, the beautiful gardens of Kenrokuen in Kanazawa

Be My Guest

  • Kyoto: Enjoy a kaiseki lunch at a traditional Japanese ryokan near Kyoto where you will learn about local customs.

Dive Into Culture

  • Takayama: Sample Japanese sake during a walking tour in the Edo-style streets of Takayama Old Town.
  • Hiroshima: Sample the famous Hiroshima style okonomiyaki.

Iconic Experience

  • Tokyo: Visit Tokyo's renowned landmarks and gain insight into how this modern city preserves its ancient roots.
  • Tokyo: Visit Tokyo's renowned landmarks and gain insight into how this modern city preserves its ancient roots.
  • Mt Fuji: Start your day by visiting the small rural village of Oshino Hakkai which is home to eight natural spring water ponds. Next on your travels is a 2,300-meter winding road to Mt. Fuji 5th Station. To end your day, you will ride up to Mt. Tenjo by ropeway and bask in the breath-taking views.
  • Gokayama: Take some time to admire the peaceful mountain village of Gokayama. Discover their unique homes that have been built without the use of nails and their sloped thatched roofs.
  • Kanazawa: Learn about the delicacy of the 16th-century craft gold leaf painting with your Local Specialist.
  • Kanazawa: Enjoy a stroll through Omicho market before making your way to the beautiful Gardens of Kenrokuen which have been shaped over the past one hundred years.
  • Kyoto: Admire the beautiful golden pavilion of Kinkakuji Temple.
  • Kyoto: Your city tour takes you to the orange gates of the Fushimi Inari Shrine. Admire this sacred site before visiting Sanjeusangen-do-Hall, where you can view the 1,001 "thousand-handed" goddesses of mercy statues. Continue your exploration of Kyoto with a walking tour through the Gion district.
  • Hiroshima: Admire the islands of the Seto Inland Sea as you travel across the Shimanami Kaido Expressway.
  • Tokyo: Visit the Tokyo National Museum to browse collections of Japanese art and archaeological objects.
  • Hiroshima: Spend some time admiring the majestic Itsukushima Shrine.
  • Osaka: Hop aboard the bullet train to Osaka before visiting the sixteenth century Osaka Castle.

Make Travel Matter®

  • Gokayama: Help support a local business with a visit to a washi paper workshop. You'll watch the family at work, and test your paper-making skills for yourself.

Trafalgar Difference

  • Kyoto: Enjoy genuine Japanese hospitality at a traditional ryokan in the mountain hot springs village of Kotohira.

  • An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
  • Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
  • All porterage and restaurant gratuities
  • All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
  • Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
  • Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
  • Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
  • Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
  • Optional Experiences (Additional Cost) and free time
  • On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilised.

  • 1 Welcome Reception (WR)
  • 12 Breakfast (B)
  • 3 Lunch (L)
  • 4 Dinner (D)
  • 1 Be My Guest (BMG)
  • 1 Regional Dinner (RD)
  • 1 Farewell Dinner (FD)

  • Itinerary and inclusions are subject to change
  • Price is for land, cruise and internal flights as specified. Flights not specified are not included

  • Explore Tokyo, Kyoto and Hiroshima
  • Visit the Sensoji Temple, the Skytree Observation Tower, the Edo Tokyo Museum in Tokyo, Mt. Fuji 5th Station, the Kinkakuji Temple, Fushimi Inari Shrine and Sanjusangen-do Hall in Kyoto, the Water Temple on Awaji Island, Zentsuji Temple, the Itsukushima Shrine on Miyajima Island, the Peace Memorial Park and Museum in Hiroshima and Osaka Castle
  • View Mt. Fuji
  • See the traditional Gassho-zukuri houses in Gokayama, the beautiful gardens of Kenrokuen in Kanazawa

Be My Guest

  • Kyoto: Enjoy a kaiseki lunch at a traditional Japanese ryokan near Kyoto where you will learn about local customs.

Dive Into Culture

  • Takayama: Sample Japanese sake during a walking tour in the Edo-style streets of Takayama Old Town.
  • Hiroshima: Sample the famous Hiroshima style okonomiyaki.

Iconic Experience

  • Tokyo: Visit Tokyo's renowned landmarks and gain insight into how this modern city preserves its ancient roots.
  • Tokyo: Visit Tokyo's renowned landmarks and gain insight into how this modern city preserves its ancient roots.
  • Mt Fuji: Start your day by visiting the small rural village of Oshino Hakkai which is home to eight natural spring water ponds. Next on your travels is a 2,300-meter winding road to Mt. Fuji 5th Station. To end your day, you will ride up to Mt. Tenjo by ropeway and bask in the breath-taking views.
  • Gokayama: Take some time to admire the peaceful mountain village of Gokayama. Discover their unique homes that have been built without the use of nails and their sloped thatched roofs.
  • Kanazawa: Learn about the delicacy of the 16th-century craft gold leaf painting with your Local Specialist.
  • Kanazawa: Enjoy a stroll through Omicho market before making your way to the beautiful Gardens of Kenrokuen which have been shaped over the past one hundred years.
  • Kyoto: Admire the beautiful golden pavilion of Kinkakuji Temple.
  • Kyoto: Your city tour takes you to the orange gates of the Fushimi Inari Shrine. Admire this sacred site before visiting Sanjeusangen-do-Hall, where you can view the 1,001 "thousand-handed" goddesses of mercy statues. Continue your exploration of Kyoto with a walking tour through the Gion district.
  • Hiroshima: Admire the islands of the Seto Inland Sea as you travel across the Shimanami Kaido Expressway.
  • Tokyo: Visit the Tokyo National Museum to browse collections of Japanese art and archaeological objects.
  • Hiroshima: Spend some time admiring the majestic Itsukushima Shrine.
  • Osaka: Hop aboard the bullet train to Osaka before visiting the sixteenth century Osaka Castle.

Make Travel Matter®

  • Gokayama: Help support a local business with a visit to a washi paper workshop. You'll watch the family at work, and test your paper-making skills for yourself.

Trafalgar Difference

  • Kyoto: Enjoy genuine Japanese hospitality at a traditional ryokan in the mountain hot springs village of Kotohira.

  • An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
  • Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
  • All porterage and restaurant gratuities
  • All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
  • Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
  • Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
  • Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
  • Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
  • Optional Experiences (Additional Cost) and free time
  • On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilised.

  • 1 Welcome Reception (WR)
  • 12 Breakfast (B)
  • 3 Lunch (L)
  • 4 Dinner (D)
  • 1 Be My Guest (BMG)
  • 1 Regional Dinner (RD)
  • 1 Farewell Dinner (FD)

  • Itinerary and inclusions are subject to change
  • Price is for land, cruise and internal flights as specified. Flights not specified are not included
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Fabulous Japan   1 , WA, Australia, Sep 2023
This tour was fabulous with Trafalgar, and expertly handled by Global Journeys. The weather in September was very hot and humid. The standard of hotels were excellent and our guide Misa was lovely with good English. Another day in Osaka would have been perfect as we didn’t get to see much arriving midday Thursday and leaving for the airport Friday at ...read more 6:30am. Thanks for some great memories and great people 🥂
Wonderful springtime tour of Japan 4 , NSW, Australia, Apr 2019
All aspects, from the booking of this trip with Hannah at Global Journeys to the trip itself, went problem free. Our Trafalgar tour director, Nana, was very knowledgeable of Japanese history and her culture and took great care to ensure everyone in our small group was having a good time. Nana was an absolute joy and her spoken English, excellent. ...read more

We stayed in first class hotels in central areas, ate at excellent eateries and travelled in large, comfortable coaches so people could spread out if desired. I loved Japan, the people are so friendly and polite. Their cities/towns, public transport and public toilets are extremely clean.

Loved seeing the cherry blossom trees in all their beauty and the “old” Japan. One special memory for me was when one late afternoon we viewed Mt. Fuji draped in sunshine after an overcast morning and the next morning awoke to a winter wonderland. It had started snowing overnight and continued snowing lightly well into the morning.

I highly commend Global Journeys and Trafalgar Tours.
Splendours of Japan with Hiroshima 2 , QLD, Australia, Oct 2018
The tour was very well organised and very good value for money. We were very pleased with the hotels, the tour guide was excellent and we saw everything we wanted to see. We would be happy to recommend this tour to anybody wanting to tour Japan in a short time (2 weeks) but see as much as possible.

We could not fault the organisation of the tour ...read more or the hotel rooms, with the exception of the hotel in Kanazawa which had no air conditioning in the guest rooms. It was hot so we slept with the window open (and the noise from the street filtering in!). This was the only negative we encountered. We brought this to the tour guide's attention and she suggested we provide this feed back as well. The mix of people on our tour was excellent and we made some valued friendships.
Splendours of Japan with great accommodation and inclusions   3 , NSW, Australia, Oct 2018
We were on a 13 day tour with 16 other Aussies, an English couple and a single lady from the US. It took us a few days to adjust to the cultural differences of our tour guide Yama. She worked extremely hard and was well organised but often she would not immediately answer our questions saying she would talk about that later to the group. The tour itself ...read more was fantastic. Beautiful autumn colours, great hotels and marvellous inclusions. We had some of the best high end meals ever! Highly recommended.
Splendid Splendors of Japan with Hiroshima   3 , SA, Australia, Oct 2018
What a delightful tour in a delightful country. Our tour director May was patient and charming. The tour was effortless and drama free with everything Trafalgar promised and more. Hotels, included meals and sightseeing all good standard. The Hiroshima extension was definitely worth it for the visit to Miyajima.

I've been on several tours with various ...read more operators in the last few years and am not easy to impress. I can recommend without hesitation Trafalgar's Splendors of Japan with Hiroshima. I can further recommend without hesitation booking through Global Journeys with efficient service and consultant Yvonne Brooks making the effort to follow up on some tricky questions of mine. Thank you for a great holiday.
Enjoyable experience 5 , NSW, Australia, May 2018
Tour director was terrific - made a good trip even better. We visited a range of historic, cultural and scenic locations. No problems with the accommodation (except for the New Otani Hotel which refused to let anyone into their room until 2pm even though we arrived on a wet and windy day at 6.30am) or the food. Bus drivers were competent and safety ...read more conscious. Other than the optional dinner, the optional excursions did not appeal to us. Our tour group included people from USA, Canada, India and Australia and we would recommend this tour to anyone.
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Friday 08 Nov 2024
Status
From: $10,525
  Sold Out
Sunday 03 Nov 2024
Friday 15 Nov 2024
Status
From: $10,525
  Sold Out
Sunday 17 Nov 2024
Friday 29 Nov 2024
Status
From: $10,525
  Sold Out
Small Group Departure
Sunday 01 Dec 2024
Friday 13 Dec 2024
Status
From: $9,950 $8,865
Save $1,085 Enquire
Small Group Departure
Wednesday 18 Dec 2024
Monday 30 Dec 2024
Status
From: $9,895 $8,816
Save $1,079 Enquire
Small Group Departure
Sunday 05 Jan 2025
Friday 17 Jan 2025
Status
From: $10,195 $9,991
Save $204 Enquire
Small Group Departure
Sunday 02 Feb 2025
Friday 14 Feb 2025
Status
From: $10,195 $9,991
Save $204 Enquire
Small Group Departure
Sunday 02 Mar 2025
Friday 14 Mar 2025
Status
From: $10,750 $10,535
Save $215 Enquire
Small Group Departure
Sunday 09 Mar 2025
Friday 21 Mar 2025
Status
From: $10,775 $10,559
Save $216 Enquire
Small Group Departure
Sunday 16 Mar 2025
Friday 28 Mar 2025
Status
From: $10,775 $10,559
Save $216 Enquire
Small Group Departure
Wednesday 19 Mar 2025
Monday 31 Mar 2025
Status
From: $10,775 $10,559
Save $216 Enquire
Sunday 23 Mar 2025
Friday 04 Apr 2025
Status
From: $10,775
  Sold Out
Small Group Departure
Wednesday 26 Mar 2025
Monday 07 Apr 2025
Status
From: $10,775 $10,559
Save $216 Enquire
Small Group Departure
Sunday 30 Mar 2025
Friday 11 Apr 2025
Status
From: $10,775 $10,559
Save $216 Enquire
Small Group Departure
Wednesday 02 Apr 2025
Monday 14 Apr 2025
Status
From: $10,775 $10,559
Save $216 Enquire
Small Group Departure
Sunday 06 Apr 2025
Friday 18 Apr 2025
Status
From: $10,775 $10,559
Save $216 Enquire
Small Group Departure
Sunday 13 Apr 2025
Friday 25 Apr 2025
Status
From: $10,775 $10,559
Save $216 Enquire
Wednesday 17 Apr 2024
Monday 29 Apr 2024
Status
From: $12,645
  Sold Out
Sunday 21 Apr 2024
Friday 03 May 2024
Status
From: $12,645
  Sold Out
Friday 17 May 2024
Wednesday 29 May 2024
Status
From: $12,645
  Sold Out
Small Group Departure
Sunday 26 May 2024
Friday 07 Jun 2024
Status
From: $12,645 $12,435
Save $210 Enquire
Small Group Departure
Sunday 02 Jun 2024
Friday 14 Jun 2024
Status
From: $12,100 $11,901
Save $199 Enquire
Sunday 09 Jun 2024
Friday 21 Jun 2024
Status
From: $12,100
  Sold Out
Small Group Departure
Sunday 23 Jun 2024
Friday 05 Jul 2024
Status
From: $12,100 $11,901
Save $199 Enquire
Small Group Departure
Sunday 30 Jun 2024
Friday 12 Jul 2024
Status
From: $12,100 $11,901
Save $199 Enquire
Small Group Departure
Sunday 14 Jul 2024
Friday 26 Jul 2024
Status
From: $12,775 $12,564
Save $211 Enquire
Small Group Departure
Sunday 18 Aug 2024
Friday 30 Aug 2024
Status
From: $12,775 $11,628
Save $1,147 Enquire
Small Group Departure
Sunday 01 Sep 2024
Friday 13 Sep 2024
Status
From: $12,645 $12,435
Save $210 Enquire
Sunday 15 Sep 2024
Friday 27 Sep 2024
Status
From: $12,625
  Sold Out
Small Group Departure
Sunday 29 Sep 2024
Friday 11 Oct 2024
Status
From: $12,775 $12,564
Save $211 Enquire
Small Group Departure
Sunday 13 Oct 2024
Friday 25 Oct 2024
Status
From: $12,775 $12,564
Save $211 Enquire
Sunday 27 Oct 2024
Friday 08 Nov 2024
Status
From: $12,775
  Sold Out
Sunday 03 Nov 2024
Friday 15 Nov 2024
Status
From: $12,775
  Sold Out
Sunday 17 Nov 2024
Friday 29 Nov 2024
Status
From: $12,775
  Sold Out
Small Group Departure
Sunday 01 Dec 2024
Friday 13 Dec 2024
Status
From: $12,100 $11,015
Save $1,085 Enquire
Small Group Departure
Wednesday 18 Dec 2024
Monday 30 Dec 2024
Status
From: $11,845 $10,766
Save $1,079 Enquire
Small Group Departure
Sunday 05 Jan 2025
Friday 17 Jan 2025
Status
From: $12,345 $12,141
Save $204 Enquire
Small Group Departure
Sunday 02 Feb 2025
Friday 14 Feb 2025
Status
From: $12,345 $12,141
Save $204 Enquire
Small Group Departure
Sunday 02 Mar 2025
Friday 14 Mar 2025
Status
From: $12,900 $12,685
Save $215 Enquire
Small Group Departure
Sunday 09 Mar 2025
Friday 21 Mar 2025
Status
From: $13,025 $12,809
Save $216 Enquire
Small Group Departure
Sunday 16 Mar 2025
Friday 28 Mar 2025
Status
From: $13,025 $12,809
Save $216 Enquire
Small Group Departure
Wednesday 19 Mar 2025
Monday 31 Mar 2025
Status
From: $13,025 $12,809
Save $216 Enquire
Sunday 23 Mar 2025
Friday 04 Apr 2025
Status
From: $13,025
  Sold Out
Small Group Departure
Wednesday 26 Mar 2025
Monday 07 Apr 2025
Status
From: $13,025 $12,809
Save $216 Enquire
Small Group Departure
Sunday 30 Mar 2025
Friday 11 Apr 2025
Status
From: $13,025 $12,809
Save $216 Enquire
Small Group Departure
Wednesday 02 Apr 2025
Monday 14 Apr 2025
Status
From: $13,025 $12,809
Save $216 Enquire
Small Group Departure
Sunday 06 Apr 2025
Friday 18 Apr 2025
Status
From: $13,025 $12,809
Save $216 Enquire
Small Group Departure
Sunday 13 Apr 2025
Friday 25 Apr 2025
Status
From: $13,025 $12,809
Save $216 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Wednesday 16 Apr 2025
Monday 28 Apr 2025
Status
From: $10,450 $10,241
Save $209 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Sunday 20 Apr 2025
Friday 02 May 2025
Status
From: $10,450 $10,241
Save $209 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Sunday 11 May 2025
Friday 23 May 2025
Status
From: $10,450 $10,241
Save $209 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Sunday 25 May 2025
Friday 06 Jun 2025
Status
From: $9,875 $9,677
Save $198 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Sunday 01 Jun 2025
Friday 13 Jun 2025
Status
From: $9,875 $9,677
Save $198 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Sunday 08 Jun 2025
Friday 20 Jun 2025
Status
From: $9,875 $9,677
Save $198 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Sunday 22 Jun 2025
Friday 04 Jul 2025
Status
From: $9,875 $9,677
Save $198 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Sunday 29 Jun 2025
Friday 11 Jul 2025
Status
From: $9,875 $9,677
Save $198 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Sunday 13 Jul 2025
Friday 25 Jul 2025
Status
From: $9,875 $9,677
Save $198 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Sunday 17 Aug 2025
Friday 29 Aug 2025
Status
From: $9,875 $9,677
Save $198 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Sunday 31 Aug 2025
Friday 12 Sep 2025
Status
From: $9,875 $9,677
Save $198 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Sunday 14 Sep 2025
Friday 26 Sep 2025
Status
From: $10,425 $10,216
Save $209 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Sunday 28 Sep 2025
Friday 10 Oct 2025
Status
From: $10,450 $10,241
Save $209 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Sunday 12 Oct 2025
Friday 24 Oct 2025
Status
From: $10,450 $10,241
Save $209 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Sunday 26 Oct 2025
Friday 07 Nov 2025
Status
From: $10,450 $10,241
Save $209 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Sunday 02 Nov 2025
Friday 14 Nov 2025
Status
From: $10,450 $10,241
Save $209 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Sunday 16 Nov 2025
Friday 28 Nov 2025
Status
From: $10,475 $10,265
Save $210 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Sunday 30 Nov 2025
Friday 12 Dec 2025
Status
From: $10,450 $10,241
Save $209 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Wednesday 17 Dec 2025
Monday 29 Dec 2025
Status
From: $10,450 $10,241
Save $209 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Sunday 04 Jan 2026
Friday 16 Jan 2026
Status
From: $11,050 $10,829
Save $221 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Sunday 01 Feb 2026
Friday 13 Feb 2026
Status
From: $11,050 $10,829
Save $221 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Sunday 01 Mar 2026
Friday 13 Mar 2026
Status
From: $11,695 $11,461
Save $234 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Sunday 08 Mar 2026
Friday 20 Mar 2026
Status
From: $11,695 $11,461
Save $234 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Sunday 15 Mar 2026
Friday 27 Mar 2026
Status
From: $11,750 $11,515
Save $235 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Wednesday 18 Mar 2026
Monday 30 Mar 2026
Status
From: $11,750 $11,515
Save $235 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Sunday 22 Mar 2026
Friday 03 Apr 2026
Status
From: $11,750 $11,515
Save $235 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Wednesday 25 Mar 2026
Monday 06 Apr 2026
Status
From: $11,750 $11,515
Save $235 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Sunday 29 Mar 2026
Friday 10 Apr 2026
Status
From: $11,750 $11,515
Save $235 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Wednesday 01 Apr 2026
Monday 13 Apr 2026
Status
From: $11,750 $11,515
Save $235 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Sunday 05 Apr 2026
Friday 17 Apr 2026
Status
From: $11,750 $11,515
Save $235 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Sunday 12 Apr 2026
Friday 24 Apr 2026
Status
From: $11,750 $11,515
Save $235 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Wednesday 16 Apr 2025
Monday 28 Apr 2025
Status
From: $12,090 $11,881
Save $209 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Sunday 20 Apr 2025
Friday 02 May 2025
Status
From: $12,090 $11,881
Save $209 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Sunday 11 May 2025
Friday 23 May 2025
Status
From: $12,090 $11,881
Save $209 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Sunday 25 May 2025
Friday 06 Jun 2025
Status
From: $11,515 $11,317
Save $198 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Sunday 01 Jun 2025
Friday 13 Jun 2025
Status
From: $11,515 $11,317
Save $198 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Sunday 08 Jun 2025
Friday 20 Jun 2025
Status
From: $11,515 $11,317
Save $198 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Sunday 22 Jun 2025
Friday 04 Jul 2025
Status
From: $11,515 $11,317
Save $198 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Sunday 29 Jun 2025
Friday 11 Jul 2025
Status
From: $11,515 $11,317
Save $198 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Sunday 13 Jul 2025
Friday 25 Jul 2025
Status
From: $11,515 $11,317
Save $198 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Sunday 17 Aug 2025
Friday 29 Aug 2025
Status
From: $11,515 $11,317
Save $198 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Sunday 31 Aug 2025
Friday 12 Sep 2025
Status
From: $11,515 $11,317
Save $198 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Sunday 14 Sep 2025
Friday 26 Sep 2025
Status
From: $12,065 $11,856
Save $209 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Sunday 28 Sep 2025
Friday 10 Oct 2025
Status
From: $12,090 $11,881
Save $209 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Sunday 12 Oct 2025
Friday 24 Oct 2025
Status
From: $12,090 $11,881
Save $209 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Sunday 26 Oct 2025
Friday 07 Nov 2025
Status
From: $12,090 $11,881
Save $209 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Sunday 02 Nov 2025
Friday 14 Nov 2025
Status
From: $12,090 $11,881
Save $209 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Sunday 16 Nov 2025
Friday 28 Nov 2025
Status
From: $12,225 $12,015
Save $210 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Sunday 30 Nov 2025
Friday 12 Dec 2025
Status
From: $12,090 $11,881
Save $209 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Wednesday 17 Dec 2025
Monday 29 Dec 2025
Status
From: $12,090 $11,881
Save $209 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Sunday 04 Jan 2026
Friday 16 Jan 2026
Status
From: $12,690 $12,469
Save $221 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Sunday 01 Feb 2026
Friday 13 Feb 2026
Status
From: $12,690 $12,469
Save $221 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Sunday 01 Mar 2026
Friday 13 Mar 2026
Status
From: $13,335 $13,101
Save $234 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Sunday 08 Mar 2026
Friday 20 Mar 2026
Status
From: $13,335 $13,101
Save $234 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Sunday 15 Mar 2026
Friday 27 Mar 2026
Status
From: $13,500 $13,265
Save $235 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Wednesday 18 Mar 2026
Monday 30 Mar 2026
Status
From: $13,500 $13,265
Save $235 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Sunday 22 Mar 2026
Friday 03 Apr 2026
Status
From: $13,500 $13,265
Save $235 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Wednesday 25 Mar 2026
Monday 06 Apr 2026
Status
From: $13,500 $13,265
Save $235 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Sunday 29 Mar 2026
Friday 10 Apr 2026
Status
From: $13,500 $13,265
Save $235 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Wednesday 01 Apr 2026
Monday 13 Apr 2026
Status
From: $13,500 $13,265
Save $235 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Sunday 05 Apr 2026
Friday 17 Apr 2026
Status
From: $13,500 $13,265
Save $235 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Sunday 12 Apr 2026
Friday 24 Apr 2026
Status
From: $13,500 $13,265
Save $235 Enquire
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Note
Tour & cruises prices are per person. Prices shown have savings applied, are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Prices and trip information are correct at the time at this point in time, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking and are subject to change by Trafalgar. For cruise itineraries, cabin images are sourced from Trafalgar. These should be treated as indicative only. Cabin inclusions, upholsteries and room layout may differ to the image(s) shown depending on the ship selected and your sailing dates.

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