• Africa

  • Americas

  • Asia

  • Europe

  • Oceania

  • By Season

  • By Interest

  • By Group

  • Call us toll-free now

    Book with an expert for free:

    1 778 807 9750

    Too much? We’ll call you. Drop your number in the box:

    Phone

    24 hours a day, 7 days a week

    Escorted Japan & Buddhist Temple Lodging

    Japan in 9 Days, 7 Nights in Destination

    Book now for a $700 reward

    Ends soon

    + info

    -40%

    From

    $6,349

    $3,799

    /person

    Hannah
    Travel crafter

    Get to know 3 of Japan’s most emblematic cities, Tokyo, Kyoto & Osaka, where you will be left awe-struck by the beauty of their heritage which includes spending a night and enjoying dinner in a Buddhist temple among monks.

    Trip Highlights

    1. Kyoto
    2. Osaka
    3. Tokyo

    Included

    1. All flights

    2. Accommodation

    3. All transfers.

    4. Activities

    5. Some meals

    Availability

    1. Departures available until February 2024

    2. Available Group tours

    3. Solo travelers from + $600

    4. Add up to 4 nights to your stay

    5. WHAT'S THIS?

    Categories available

    1. charm included

    2. superior from + $800

    3. WHAT'S THIS?

    Book with an expert for free:

    1 778 807 9750

    Exoticca is a member of ASTA

    Our Travel Protection takes care of you

    More info

    Select a day to go to next step

    Previous

    Next

    September 2023
    October 2023
    November 2023
    December 2023

    Categories Available:

    charm

    From $3,799

    Selected

    • 6 nights accommodation in Charm category hotels and 1 night accomodation in a Buddhist temple.
    superior

    From $4,599

    • 6 nights accommodation in Superior category hotels and 1 night accomodation in a Buddhist temple

    Accommodation: 7 Nights

    calendar

    Day 2 to 4

    Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Shijo

    Location

    Kyoto

    Category

    Nights

    2

    Rating TripAdvisor travelers

    The hotels we select comply with our high standards and requirements per category. The allocation is dependent on availability and seasonality, so you can be assigned any of our selection, including the following: Gran MS Kyoto , Hearton Kyoto, Hotel Elcient Kyoto, Hotel Keihan Kyoto Hachijoguchi, Hotel Mystays Kyoto Shijo

    Itinerary

    Immerse yourself in Japan’s rich heritage in this unforgettable adventure. The contrast between Tokyo’s dazzling and eclectic streets and Kyoto’s traditional atmosphere is truly unique. Couple this with the experience of gazing over Mt. Koya and spending the night and enjoying dinner in a Buddhist temple with monks in Osaka and you’ve got yourself the trip of a lifetime.

     

    1st Day: Canada - Night on board

    Prepare for an unforgettable journey across Japan, exploring its natural wonders and ancient traditions! Arrive at your departure airport, ready for a flight* to Osaka. Night on board.

    * If either your outbound or inbound flights depart in the early hours (before 4:00 a.m.) you must arrive at the airport the night before the indicated departure day.

    2nd Day: Kyoto

    Upon arriving at Osaka airport, you will be met by our representative who will assist you with your self-transfer to the hotel in Kyoto or with your pre-booked private transfer* Once settled in, the rest of the day is at your leisure for you to start discovering the beauty of the cultural capital of Japan and all it has to offer. We recommend heading to one of the many food markets where you can sample an array of different dishes at bargain prices! Overnight stay in Kyoto


    *Private transfer upgrade: You will be able to add a private transfer upgrade in the next step of the booking process. 

    Accommodation

    ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
    Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto... or similar

    953 Reviews

    See our full selection

    3rd Day: Kyoto

    Breakfast at the hotel. Set about a full day guided city tour of Kyoto via public transport where you’ll get to marvel at the city’s top sites. You can expect to visit Kiyomizu temple most known for its tall wooden balcony that offers an immaculate view over the city and park below which boasts colorful cherry blossoms in the spring and red maples trees in late fall. You’ll stop by Gion, the neighborhood where the Kiyomizu temple, Ninenzaka and Sannenzaka streets are located. Take this opportunity to check out the many souvenir shops to get your hands on Japanese made products. Finally, you will make your way to Sanjusangendo temple, famous for its 1001 statues of Kannon, revered in Buddhism for its association with mercy and compassion. Overnight stay in Kyoto.

    Accommodation

    ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
    Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto... or similar

    953 Reviews

    See our full selection

    Activities

    included
    Guided City Tour of Kyoto

    Moderate

    See more

    4th Day: Kyoto - Mt Koya

    Breakfast at the hotel. Today, you will be departing from Kyoto and heading to Mt. Koya by public transport accompanied by your guide. Upon arrival, take part in a fully-guided walking tour of Mt. Koya, the very center of Shingon Buddhism, introduced by Kobo Daishi, one of Japan’s most prominent religious figures. You will get to explore Okunoin cemetery, the country’s biggest cemetery and an important pilgrimage site inhabited by majestic cedar trees. You will then get a full access visit to Kongobuji temple, Mt. Koya’s most important place of worship as well as an outside-only visit of one of the oldest temples founded by Kobo Daishi, Danjo Garan. From here, check-in at the Buddhist temple lodging where you will get to experience first hand the life of a monk and enjoy a traditional vegetarian dinner. Overnight stay in Mt. Koya

    Important notice about Mt. Koya accommodation: Your overnight stay at the Buddhist temple includes a traditional Japanese style bedroom with futons only. There is no western style bedding available nor will you find ensuite bathrooms. Instead, bathroom facilities are located outside of rooms. Upon request during check-in, you can join early morning prayers and ceremonies. Following traditional Buddhist practices, both dinner and breakfast will be fully vegetarian meals.

    Accommodation

    ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
    Ekoin or similar

    620 Reviews

    See our full selection

    Activities

    included
    Mt. Koya Half Day Tour

    Moderate

    See more

    5th Day: Mt Koya - Osaka

    Vegetarian breakfast at the temple. This early morning, you will have the possibility to partake in traditional prayers and ceremonies with monks. Transfer to Osaka by public transport accompanied by your guide. Upon arrival, take part in a walking tour of the Dotonbori/Shinsaibashi areas, the very heart of the city of Osaka. While Shinsaibashi is known for being the city’s main shopping district, Dotonbori is where culinary magic happens; feel free to sample Osaka’s famous Takoyaki—a ball shaped octopus snack or Okonomiyaki—a delicious omelet-like pancake. Check-in to your hotel and enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure. Take this time to fully delve into the rich culture of this vibrant city. Overnight stay in Osaka.

    Accommodation

    ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
    Fraser Residence Nankai O... or similar

    1374 Reviews

    See our full selection

    Activities

    included
    Osaka Walking Tour

    Light

    See more

    6th Day: Osaka - Tokyo

    Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to Shin-Osaka station accompanied by your guide using public transport. You will ride the Nozomi bullet train to your next destination: Tokyo, the eclectic capital of Japan. Meet and greet with your guide who will accompany you during your time in the city. Later, embark on a half day guided city tour where you will get to visit the Imperial Palace Gardens, one of the most iconic sites in all of Japan, and take a stroll through the Ginza neighborhood, famous for its modern architecture and home to an array of luxury boutiques. Overnight stay in Tokyo.

    Accommodation

    ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
    Shibuya Tokyu REI Hotel or similar

    485 Reviews

    See our full selection

    Activities

    included
    Half Day Guided City Tour of Tokyo

    Light

    See more

    7th Day: Tokyo

    Breakfast at the hotel. Free day for you to spend as you see fit. Why not take this time to escape the city for some fresh air to the quiet seaside town of Kamakura or perhaps even take part in our optional day trip to Mt Fuji & Hakone*? Overnight stay in Tokyo

    *Optional day trip to Mt. Fuji & Hakone: Famous for its views of Mt. Fuji, you will begin your excursion at Lake Ashi where you will embark on the Pirate Boat Cruise for a brief boat trip around the scenic lake. From here, you will climb the Hakone Ropeway to visit Owakudani Valley, home of active volcanic activity, thermal springs and sulfurous fumes. 

    **Warning: Due to unpredictable weather, clear visibility of Mt. Fuji cannot be guaranteed. For this reason, activity day or schedule will not be rearranged to accommodate weather conditions.

    Accommodation

    ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
    Shibuya Tokyu REI Hotel or similar

    485 Reviews

    See our full selection

    Activities

    Optional
    Daytrip to Mt Fuji & Hakone

    Moderate

    See more

    8th Day: Tokyo

    Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy another day at your leisure; spend the day exploring Tokyo’s stunning city-scape. Why not visit Odaiba Island’s high-tech entertainment hub or stroll around Shibuya and Shinjuku districts, soaking up the culture and sampling the cuisine. Alternatively, you can try your hand at the fascinating art of sushi-making by participating in a unique sushi master class* where you will learn the history and techniques behind the Japanese dish. Another option would be to take part in a tour of the Tsukiji Outer Market to truly get a taste of succulent Japanese cuisine. Overnight stay in Tokyo.

    *Optional Sushi-Making Master Class: Enjoy this one-of-a-kind master class where you will learn about the history and etiquette behind the famed Japanese dish before preparing your own sushi meal and enjoying it right after. 

    **Optional tour of Ginza and the Tsukiji Outer Market: The Tsukiji Outer Market guided tour is your chance to fully immerse yourself in Japanese cuisine. Visit the impressive amount of street food stalls where you’ll get to wonder at the array of exotic delicacies and fresh fish delivered from Toyosu market, known as the world’s biggest fish market.

    You can combine both activities and enjoy them on the same day. 

    Accommodation

    ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
    Shibuya Tokyu REI Hotel or similar

    485 Reviews

    See our full selection

    Activities

    Optional
    Sushi Making Master Class

    Light

    See more
    Optional
    Tsukiji Market and Ginza tour

    Light

    See more

    9th Day: Tokyo - Night on board

    Sadly it's time to say goodbye to the Land of the Rising Sun. Self-transfer or upgrade to private transfers to the airport for a flight* back to Canada. Night on board.

    * If either your outbound or inbound flights depart in the early hours (before 4:00 a.m.) you must arrive at the airport the night before the indicated departure day.

    **Private transfer upgrade: You will be able to add a private transfer upgrade in the next step of the booking process. For connections in Tokyo you will have to choose between Narita or Haneda airport transfers. Please check first your flight details before choosing

    Included activities

    Included

    Guided City Tour of Kyoto

    Included activity for day 3 in Kyoto

    Using public transport, become acquainted with the city’s most emblematic landmarks including the Kiyomizu temple, and the Geisha's neighborhood of Gion where the historic Ninenzaka and Sannenzaka streets are located.

    Pick up time: info at destination

    Physical rating:

    Moderate

    more information
    Included

    Mt. Koya Half Day Tour

    Included activity for day 4

    Visit the epicenter of Shingon Buddhism by exploring Okunoin cemetery, the biggest cemetery in Japan, and stop by Kongobuji temple, Mt. Koya’s most important place of worship before checking out Danjo Garan from the outside.

    Duration 4:00h Approx. Pick up time: info at destination

    Physical rating:

    Moderate

    more information
    Included

    Osaka Walking Tour

    Included activity for day 5 in Osaka

    Get to know the very heart of Osaka by visiting Shinsaibashi, the city’s main shopping district and Dotonbori where you can sample some of Japan’s best culinary offerings.

    Duration 01:30h . Pick up time: info at destination

    Physical rating:

    Light

    more information
    Included

    Half Day Guided City Tour of Tokyo

    Included activity for day 6 in Tokyo

    Using public transport, familiarize yourself with the city’s iconic Imperial Palace Outer Gardens and Ginza, the neighborhood famed for its glitzy shopping scene.

    Duration 4:00h Approx. Pick up time: info at destination

    Physical rating:

    Light

    more information

    Available Activities

    Activities are subject to availability. The price for each optional activity will be shown in the next step of the booking process.
    Optional

    Daytrip to Mt Fuji & Hakone

    Suggested activity for day 7

    This one-day adventure includes boarding Lake Ashi's Pirate Boat Cruise, from which you will get unforgettable views to Mt Fuji, and visiting the volcanic Owakudani Valley after taking the Hakone Ropeway.

    Duration 10:00h Approx. Pick up time: 09:00 Approx

    Physical rating:

    Moderate

    more information
    Optional

    Sushi Making Master Class

    Suggested activity for day 8 in Tokyo

    Learn all there is to know about sushi; its history, the etiquette, how to prepare Nigiri and Temaki and sampling authentic wasabi before indulging in your very own sushi creations.

    Duration 02:30h Approx. Pick up time: 10:30 Approx

    Physical rating:

    Light

    more information
    Optional

    Tsukiji Market and Ginza tour

    Suggested activity for day 8 in Tokyo

    Taste the flavors of Japan in this fully-immersive tour of the Tsukiji Market, where hundreds of street food stalls offer authentic cuisine from exotic delicacies to delicious fresh seafood specialties.

    Duration 03:30h Approx. Pick up time: 00:00

    Physical rating:

    Light

    more information

    The price includes

    • Included in all our trips. more information

    • Departures from main Canada airports.

    • International flights: Canada - Osaka, Tokyo - Canada.

    • Nozomi class bullet train Osaka-Tokyo

    • 6 nights accommodation in Charm category hotels and 1 night accomodation in a Buddhist temple. *

      more information
      See hotels included

    • 7 breakfasts and 1 traditional Vegetarian dinner at the Buddhist temple.

    • Optional airport-hotel-airport transfers. All other public transportation transfers included.

    • Visits and entrance fees as indicated in the itinerary.

      See itinerary

    • All air taxes and fuel surcharge.

    • English-speaking guide for part of the trip

    *The cancellation policy applicable is according to the Terms and Conditions available and agreed at the time of your purchase

    Not included

    Drinks, tips and any other services not mentioned in what's included.

    A number of Japanese cities impose an accommodation tax, which must be paid directly to the hotel upon check-in. 

    Transfers from airport - hotel / hotel - airport are not included. You will need to self-transfer by bus/train/taxi. At the arrival day to Tokyo, our Meet & Greet representative will be waiting for you at the arrival lobby of the airport and will help you locate the best transfer option to your hotel. Alternatively, you can purchase an optional private transfer upgrade.

    Private transfer upgrade: You will be able to add a private transfer upgrade in the next step of the booking process. For connections in Tokyo you will have to choose between Narita or Haneda airport transfers. Please check first your flight details before choosing.

    * Non-smoking rooms: unfortunately, hotels in Japan have a reduced number of non-smoking rooms and we can not guarantee you will be allocated one in advance. Please note: double beds in Japanese hotels are not always the standard Western size and can sometimes be less wide.

    Important notice about Mt. Koya accommodation: Your overnight stay at the Buddhist temple includes a traditional Japanese style bedroom with futons only. There is no western style bedding available nor will you find ensuite bathrooms. Instead, bathroom facilities are located outside of rooms. Upon request during check-in, you can join early morning prayers and ceremonies. Following traditional Buddhist practices, both dinner and breakfast will be fully vegetarian meals.

    You will receive the exact Osaka - Tokyo bullet train journey details upon your arrival to Tokyo. We can't guarantee specific seat requests (aisle / window, etc). 

    • Entry requirements

      Valid passport with at least six months validity.

    • Visa

      No visa is required.

    • Currency

      Japanese Yen.

    • Language

      Japanese.

    • Electricity

      110 V. Adapter required.

    • Health

      There are no mandatory vaccinations for travellers from the US and Canada.

    • Time zone

      UTC + 08:00 or UTC + 09:00.

    • Other useful information

      You are not expected to leave a tip.

    • Tourist Office website

      https://us.jnto.go.jp/

    Remember to download your e-ticket to confirm the times of your flights and to complete online check-in using the airline's website, or directly at the check-in desk at the airport.

    Accommodation at the hotels is as indicated. In the event of any changes to accommodation, they will always be of the same or a higher category. The category of hotels is not standardized across all countries in the world. For this reason, the criteria may differ depending on the destination country's own standards.

    In the case of adverse weather conditions, for safety reasons or for any other reasons deemed appropriate, the order and duration of the excursions included in the itinerary may be changed or canceled without prior notice.

    If you have reduced mobility/require the use of a wheelchair and prefer to go at your own pace, please contact our customer service team at +1 888-488-0592 or via our contact form.

    Exoticca Travel Stories

    Creating unforgettable memories, one traveler at a time

    Kyoto · Japan

    Japan

    We really enjoyed our trip to Japan

    Before we left for Japan I was a little concerned that our holiday would probably be centred around cities but came to realise that the cities were excellent centres from which to plan a variety of day trips.

    Pay in installments

    60%

    At time of booking

    40%

    60 days before departure

    Copyright 2013-2023 Exoticca. All Rights Reserved.

    Exoticca Travel Canada Inc 229 Yonge St Suite 400 Toronto, Ontario M5B 1N9 Canada