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Japan Autumn Delights – 9 Nights / 10 Days

Tokyo – Mt. Fuji – Nagoya – Nara – Kyoto – Kobe – Hiroshima – Okayama – Osaka · 9N/10D

Duration9 Nights / 10 Days

Best TimeNovember

Starts FromNarita International Airport (NRT), Tokyo

Group SizeGroup departure: 16 Nov 2026

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The destination

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An unforgettable 9 Nights / 10 Days autumn voyage through the Land of the Rising Sun. Experience the ultra-modern pulse of Tokyo with teamLab Planets and Tokyo Skytree, panoramic views of Mount Fuji with a sumo wrestling experience, Nagoya's Toyota museum and Nabana no Sato illuminations, sacred Nara with friendly deer and giant Buddha, timeless Kyoto temples and the Sagano Romantic train, Himeji Castle, the resilient spirit of Hiroshima and Miyajima's floating torii gate, high-speed Shinkansen bullet train rides, and vibrant Osaka food and shopping. Departure Date: 16 Nov 2026.

01Tokyo Skytree (350m observation deck - admission included)

02Sensō-ji Temple, Nakamise Shopping Street & Shibuya Scramble Crossing

03TeamLab Planets TOKYO DMM immersive digital art (admission included)

04Mount Fuji 5th Station (weather permitting)

05Interactive Sumo Show & Experience (admission included)

06Mt. Fuji Panoramic Ropeway over Lake Kawaguchi (admission included)

07Toyota Commemorative Museum of Industry and Technology in Nagoya

08Nabana no Sato Botanical Gardens & illumination displays

09Traditional Kimono Wearing Experience (admission included)

10Todaiji Temple (Great Buddha) & Nara Deer Park

11Umeda Sky Building – Floating Garden Observatory

12Arashiyama Bamboo Grove & Sagano Romantic Train along Hozugawa River

13Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion) & Fushimi Inari Taisha (thousand torii gates)

14Mount Rokko Cable Car & Himeji Castle UNESCO feudal castle

15Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum, Atomic Bomb Dome & Gandhi Statue

16Miyajima Ferry & Itsukushima Shrine Floating Torii Gate

17Shinkansen (Bullet Train) Regular Class to Okayama

18Osaka Kaiyukan Aquarium (Whale Shark) & Dotonbori shopping

19Rinku Premium Outlets shopping near Kansai Airport

Day by day

Your proposed itinerary

10 days

Day01

16th Nov – Arrival in Tokyo

Welcome to Japan! Upon arrival at Narita International Airport, complete immigration and baggage formalities before meeting your representative for a private transfer to your hotel in Tokyo. After check-in, take some time to relax and recover from your journey. In the evening, enjoy a delicious Indian dinner at a local restaurant. (Sightseeing is subject to your flight arrival time). Overnight stay in Tokyo. Travel note: Your final pickup time will be matched to the confirmed flight or train schedule. Keep photo ID, tickets and essential medicines in your hand luggage, and allow for the standard hotel check-out time.

Meals / DinnerStay / Tokyo

Day02

17th Nov – Tokyo Full Day Tour

After breakfast, depart at 09:30 Hrs for a full-day exploration of Tokyo. Visit Tokyo Skytree's 350-metre observation deck for spectacular skyline views. Explore Sensō-ji, Tokyo's oldest Buddhist temple, and stroll through Nakamise Shopping Street. Drive past Shibuya Scramble Crossing, the world's most famous pedestrian crossing. Experience an extraordinary world of immersive digital art at TeamLab Planets TOKYO DMM. Return to hotel after sightseeing. Overnight stay in Tokyo. Travel note: Dress modestly and keep footwear easy to remove. Entry queues, prayer timings and local restrictions can affect the sequence of visits, while special darshan or rituals are included only when specifically listed.

Meals / Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerStay / Tokyo

Day03

18th Nov – Tokyo – Mount Fuji Full Day Tour – Mishima

After breakfast, check out and depart at 09:00 Hrs for a scenic excursion to Mount Fuji. Visit the famous 5th Station (weather permitting) for breathtaking views. Discover Japan's national sport through an interactive Sumo Show & Experience. Enjoy a scenic ride on the Mt. Fuji Panoramic Ropeway overlooking Lake Kawaguchi. Continue to Mishima for check-in. Overnight stay in Mishima. Travel note: A local representative will coordinate the arrival pickup and hotel transfer. Standard check-in time applies, so early arrivals may have a short wait; the rest of the day is intentionally kept light.

Meals / Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerStay / Mishima

Day04

19th Nov – Mishima – Nagoya Full Day Tour

After breakfast, check out and depart at 09:00 Hrs for Nagoya. Visit the Toyota Commemorative Museum of Industry and Technology to learn about Toyota's journey through interactive exhibits. Explore Nabana no Sato, one of Japan's most famous botanical gardens renowned for seasonal flowers and spectacular illumination displays. Check in to hotel in Nagoya. Overnight stay in Nagoya. Travel note: A local representative will coordinate the arrival pickup and hotel transfer. Standard check-in time applies, so early arrivals may have a short wait; the rest of the day is intentionally kept light.

Meals / Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerStay / Nagoya

Day05

20th Nov – Nagoya – Nara – Osaka

After breakfast, journey towards Nara. Dress in a traditional Japanese kimono for memorable photos. Visit Todaiji Temple, home to the magnificent Great Buddha statue, and stroll through Nara Deer Park among hundreds of free-roaming deer. Proceed to Osaka and end the day with panoramic views from the Umeda Sky Building Floating Garden Observatory. Check in to hotel in Osaka. Overnight stay in Osaka. Travel note: A local representative will coordinate the arrival pickup and hotel transfer. Standard check-in time applies, so early arrivals may have a short wait; the rest of the day is intentionally kept light.

Meals / Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerStay / Osaka

Day06

21st Nov – Osaka – Kyoto – Osaka Full Day Tour

After breakfast, depart at 09:00 Hrs for Kyoto, Japan's ancient capital. Walk through the peaceful Arashiyama Bamboo Grove. Enjoy a scenic train journey on the Sagano Romantic Train through the picturesque Hozugawa River valley. Visit Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion) surrounded by tranquil gardens. Explore Fushimi Inari Taisha, famous for its thousands of vibrant vermilion torii gates. Return to Osaka. Overnight stay in Osaka. Travel note: This is primarily a travel day, with comfort and meal stops planned along the route. Driving time can vary with traffic, road and weather conditions; hotel check-in follows on arrival.

Meals / Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerStay / Osaka

Day07

22nd Nov – Osaka – Kobe – Okayama Full Day Tour

After breakfast, check out and depart at 09:00 Hrs for Kobe. Enjoy a scenic ride on the Mount Rokko Cable Car with panoramic views of Kobe, Osaka Bay, and surrounding mountains. Visit Himeji Castle, Japan's finest feudal castle and UNESCO World Heritage Site with its elegant white architecture. Continue to Okayama and check in to hotel. Overnight stay in Okayama. Travel note: A local representative will coordinate the arrival pickup and hotel transfer. Standard check-in time applies, so early arrivals may have a short wait; the rest of the day is intentionally kept light.

Meals / Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerStay / Okayama

Day08

23rd Nov – Okayama – Hiroshima – Okayama Full Day Tour

After breakfast, depart at 09:00 Hrs for Hiroshima. Visit the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum, Atomic Bomb Dome, Cenotaph & Sadako Monument, and the statue of Mahatma Gandhi. Board the Miyajima Ferry to visit the UNESCO-listed Itsukushima Shrine and its iconic Floating Torii Gate. Experience Japan's high-speed rail on the Shinkansen (Bullet Train) back to Okayama. Overnight stay in Okayama. Travel note: Carry a small day bag for the crossing and keep valuables protected from spray. Boarding time, sailing sequence and water activities remain subject to sea conditions and local authority clearance.

Meals / Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerStay / Okayama

Day09

24th Nov – Okayama – Osaka – Kansai Airport Area

After breakfast, check out and depart at 09:00 Hrs for Osaka. Explore the lively Dotonbori & Shinsaibashi-suji shopping district with its neon lights and local treats. Visit Osaka Kaiyukan Aquarium, home to whale sharks and marine species. Enjoy last-minute shopping at Rinku Premium Outlets before proceeding to your hotel near Kansai Airport. Overnight stay near Kansai Airport. Travel note: Your final pickup time will be matched to the confirmed flight or train schedule. Keep photo ID, tickets and essential medicines in your hand luggage, and allow for the standard hotel check-out time.

Meals / Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerStay / Kansai Airport Area

Day10

25th Nov – Kansai Airport Departure

After breakfast, check out from the hotel. Take the complimentary hotel shuttle service to Kansai International Airport (KIX) (approx. 20 minutes) for your onward flight home. Guests with later departures may explore the nearby Kansai Outlet Mall within walking distance. Sayonara! Travel note: Your final pickup time will be matched to the confirmed flight or train schedule. Keep photo ID, tickets and essential medicines in your hand luggage, and allow for the standard hotel check-out time.

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The details

Everything, clearly arranged

Stay details

Arrangements planned for this journey

09 Nights' accommodation in 4-star hotels on twin/double sharing basis
Planned overnight route: Tokyo · Mishima · Nagoya · Osaka · Okayama · Kansai Airport Area.
Exact hotel names, room category and check-in details are confirmed on the final voucher.

Included in your journey

09 Nights' accommodation in 4-star hotels on twin/double sharing basis
Multicuisine Meal Options – Veg, Non-Veg and Jain (8 set lunches, 9 dinners)
Tour Manager throughout the tour
02 x 500 ml bottled water per person on coach service days
Services of an English-speaking guide/assistant as per itinerary
All Sightseeing Entrance Tickets: Tokyo Skytree, TeamLab Planets, Sumo Show, Mt. Fuji Ropeway, Toyota Museum, Nabana no Sato, Kimono experience, Todaiji Temple, Umeda Sky Observatory, Sagano Romantic Train, Kinkaku-ji, Mt. Rokko Cable Car, Himeji Castle, Hiroshima Peace Museum, Miyajima Ferry, Itsukushima Shrine, Kaiyukan Aquarium
Regular Class (2nd Class) Shinkansen (Bullet Train) tickets
One baggage transfer (up to 23 kg) per adult/child
Airport transfers and sightseeing by air-conditioned coach as per itinerary

Not included

5% GST & 2% TCS
International & Domestic Airfare
Visa & Travel Insurance
Driver and guide tips
Hotel city tax (payable directly at hotel, where applicable)
Guaranteed early check-in or late check-out
Personal expenses such as laundry, phone calls, mini bar, shopping

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Good to know

Before you travel

Tour Pricing (valid till 15th Sep 2026): • Double sharing basis: ₹2,84,999/- + 5% GST + 2% TCS per person • Single occupancy supplement will be charged separately.

• Tour Departure Date: 16 Nov 2026. • Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of return. • Grant of Japan Visa is solely at the discretion of the Embassy/Consulate.

Payment Terms: • At booking: 50% non-refundable booking amount. • 30 days prior to departure (D-30): Full balance payment (ROE calculated as XE.com + 2). Cancellation Charges: • Up to 45 days before departure: INR 40,000 per adult/child. • Less than 30 days prior to departure: 100% cancellation charges apply.

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