A Journey Through Japan's Beauty and Heritage | Nov. 7, 2026
Join us on A Journey Through Japan's Beauty and Heritage starting at $5,999 from Los Angeles, departing on November 7, 2026. Highlights include Tokyo’s historic temples and vibrant neighborhoods, breathtaking views of Mount Fuji, an experience on Lake Ashi, and a ride on the world-famous bullet train. Explore the preserved samurai districts of Kanazawa, visit traditional villages nestled in the mountains, and experience Kyoto’s serene gardens, golden temples, and iconic torii gates. Along the way, enjoy a tea ceremony, meet the sacred deer of Nara, and reflect at Hiroshima’s Peace Memorial. Every day offers a meaningful blend of culture, history, and scenic wonder.
**If you reside in a different city and are interested in traveling with a group of family or friends, please contact us to explore custom group travel options.
What’s Included
- All Inclusive Pricing
- Breakfast and Dinner Daily
- Deluxe A/C Motor Coaches
- Entrance and Program Fees
- First Class Hotels
- Fuel Surcharges and Gov't Taxes
- Guided Tours
- Live Audio Headsets
- International Airfare
- Administrative Fee
Daily Itinerary
Day 1 Saturday, Nov. 7 – Depart for Japan
Depart on your international flight to Japan and begin a journey of cultural discovery.
Day 2 Sunday, Nov. 8 – Arrival in Tokyo
Arrive in Tokyo, where tradition meets innovation. Meet your guide and transfer to the hotel. Enjoy dinner and rest. Overnight in Tokyo.
Day 3 Monday, Nov. 9 – Tokyo
Visit Senso-ji Temple in Asakusa, Tokyo’s oldest temple. Take in panoramic city views from the Tokyo Skytree, followed by a stroll through the serene Imperial Palace East Garden. Experience digital art at teamLab Borderless and stop at Shibuya Crossing before returning to the hotel. Overnight in Tokyo.
Day 4 Tuesday, Nov. 10 – Mount Fuji, Lake Ashi, and Hakone
Travel to the Hakone region. Visit Oshino Hakkai, a scenic village with spring-fed ponds reflecting Mount Fuji. Cruise Lake Ashi and ride the Hakone Ropeway for sweeping views of the volcanic landscape. Overnight in Tokyo.
Day 5 Wednesday, Nov. 11 – Bullet Train to Kanazawa
Depart Tokyo on the Kagayaki Express bullet train to Kanazawa. Upon arrival, enjoy lunch and check into your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure. Overnight in Kanazawa.
Day 6 Thursday, Nov. 12 – Samurai Traditions and Garden Beauty
Explore Kanazawa Castle and Kenrokuen Garden. Visit the Nishi Chaya geisha district and the preserved Nomura Samurai House. Walk through the historic Nagamachi District. Overnight in Kanazawa.
Day 7 Friday, Nov. 13 – Mountain Villages and Takayama
Discover the UNESCO-listed villages of Shirakawa-go and Gokayama, known for traditional gassho-zukuri farmhouses. Continue to Takayama and visit Takayama Jinya. Return to Kanazawa. Overnight in Kanazawa.
Day 8 Saturday, Nov. 14 – Kyoto
Travel by Limited Express Thunderbird to Kyoto. Visit Sanjusangendo Temple, home to 1,001 statues of Kannon. Walk through the iconic torii gates of Fushimi Inari Shrine. Overnight in Kyoto.
Day 9 Sunday, Nov. 15 – Cultural Elegance and Tranquility
Participate in a Japanese tea ceremony and kimono experience. Visit Kyoto Imperial Palace, Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion), and the Arashiyama Bamboo Grove. Overnight in Kyoto.
Day 10 Monday, Nov. 16 – Nara and Osaka’s Historic Legacy
Travel to Nara to see the Great Buddha at Todai-ji and explore Nara Deer Park. Continue to Osaka to visit Osaka Castle and the Umeda Sky Building’s Floating Garden Observatory. Overnight in Osaka.
Day 11 Tuesday, Nov. 17 – Hiroshima and Miyajima Island
Take the Shinkansen to Hiroshima and visit Peace Memorial Park and the Atomic Bomb Dome. Ferry to Miyajima Island to see the floating torii of Itsukushima Shrine. Return to Osaka. Overnight in Osaka.
Day 12 Wednesday, Nov. 18 – Return to Tokyo and Departure
Transfer to Tokyo by train for your return flight home, bringing with you lasting memories of Japan’s beauty, culture, and spirit.
Departure Dates
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November 7, 2026From $5999* Register Now!
*A 3.5% surcharge will be added to all credit card transactions.