Japan Golden Route Experience
About This Trip
A 7-day journey through Japan's iconic Golden Route, combining the modern attractions of Tokyo with the cultural heritage of Kyoto, the historic charm of Nara and the vibrant food and nightlife of Osaka.
Experience the highlights of Japan across Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka. Explore ancient temples, bustling shopping districts, Mt. Fuji and Hakone, Kyoto's traditional landmarks, the Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, Nara's famous deer park and Osaka's energetic Dotonbori district. The package includes 3-star hotel stays, daily breakfast, a 7-Day Standard Japan Rail Pass, airport transfers and guided city tours.
Trip Highlights
- Tokyo city sightseeing
- Senso-ji Temple and Nakamise Shopping Street
- Ginza and Shibuya Crossing
- Mt. Fuji 5th Station
- Hakone Lake Ashi Cruise and Owakudani Ropeway
- Shinkansen Bullet Train experience
- Kinkaku-ji Golden Pavilion
- Fushimi Inari Shrine
- Arashiyama Bamboo Grove
- Nara Park and Todai-ji Temple
- Dotonbori food and nightlife
Itinerary
Arrive at Narita or Haneda Airport and transfer to your hotel by Airport Limousine Bus or Express Train. Spend the evening in Shinjuku, seeing the world's busiest railway station and enjoying panoramic views from the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building.
Explore Tokyo's contrasts with a visit to Senso-ji Temple in Asakusa and Nakamise Shopping Street. Continue to the upscale Ginza district and experience the famous Shibuya Crossing.
Take a day trip to the Mt. Fuji area and visit the 5th Station, weather permitting. Continue to Hakone for a Lake Ashi cruise and ropeway ride over the volcanic Owakudani Valley. Return to Tokyo via Shinkansen.
Board the Shinkansen for the approximately 2.5-hour journey to Kyoto. Visit Kinkaku-ji, the Golden Pavilion, and Ryoan-ji Zen rock garden in the afternoon. Spend the evening exploring the Gion district, where you may spot a Geisha.
Visit Fushimi Inari Shrine, famous for its thousands of vermillion torii gates. Continue to Arashiyama to explore the Bamboo Grove and historic Togetsukyo Bridge. Overnight in Kyoto.
Travel to Nara, approximately 45 minutes from Kyoto, to visit Todai-ji Temple and see the Great Buddha while exploring Nara Park's famous deer. Continue to Osaka and enjoy the vibrant Dotonbori district and its renowned street food.
Enjoy a final Japanese breakfast. Depending on your flight schedule, visit Osaka Castle or shop at Shinsaibashi before transferring to Kansai International Airport for your departure flight.
What's Included
- • 3-star hotel stays
- • Daily breakfast
- • 7-Day Japan Rail Pass (Standard)
- • Airport transfers
- • Guided city tours
What's Not Included
- • Flights
- • 2%TCS
- • Visa
- • Tips if any
- • City taxes if any
- • Personal Expense
- • Anything that is not mentioned in the package
Frequently Asked Questions
The package is for 6 nights and 7 days.
The route covers Tokyo for 3 nights, Kyoto for 2 nights and Osaka for 1 night.
The starting price is ₹1,55,000 per person on a twin-sharing basis.
The peak season price is ₹1,95,000 per person during the cherry blossom season from late March to April.
Yes. A 7-Day Japan Rail Pass in Standard class is included.
The itinerary includes Senso-ji Temple, Nakamise Shopping Street, Ginza, Shibuya Crossing and the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building.
Yes. The excursion includes the Mt. Fuji 5th Station, weather permitting, a Lake Ashi cruise and a ropeway ride over the Owakudani Valley.
The itinerary includes Kinkaku-ji, Ryoan-ji, Fushimi Inari Shrine, Arashiyama Bamboo Grove and Togetsukyo Bridge.
The itinerary includes Nara Park, Todai-ji Temple and the Great Buddha, followed by travel to Osaka and an evening in Dotonbori.
Spring from March to May is recommended for cherry blossoms, while autumn from October to November offers vibrant red maple foliage.
A Japan Tourist Visa is required for most nationalities. The provided package information states that processing usually takes 5–7 working days.