Journey from north to south and east to west across the Land of the Rising Sun on this fourteen-day signature expedition, an immersive private tour crafted for discerning travelers who want to experience the very best of Japan. From the neon-lit energy of Tokyo to the serene temple gardens of Kyoto, this curated itinerary weaves together the country’s most historically and culturally significant destinations into one seamless luxury adventure.
Trip Highlights
- Explore Tokyo’s famous Asakusa district, the tranquil Hama-rikyu Gardens, the revered Meiji Shrine, fashionable Omotesando Avenue, and the Tsukiji outer market with a hands-on private sushi-making class.
- Retreat to a traditional ryokan in Hakone, sleeping on futons over tatami mats, savoring beautifully prepared kaiseki cuisine, and soaking in your own private onsen hot-spring bath.
- Wander the UNESCO World Heritage village of Shirakawa-go, celebrated for its steep-roofed gassho-zukuri farmhouses, some standing for more than 250 years.
- Step into Japan’s storied past in Kyoto with visits to the iconic Fushimi Inari Shrine, the golden Kinkaku-ji Temple, and the atmospheric Kamishichiken geisha district.
What to Expect
Your two-week odyssey opens in Tokyo, Japan’s electrifying capital where pioneering modernity meets pockets of calm, neon-lit skylines giving way to peaceful parklands, shrines, and beloved gardens. Board the legendary Shinkansen bullet train to Hakone, a wonderland of hot springs, open-air pursuits, and breathtaking views of Mount Fuji. Continue to Takayama, the so-called ‘little Kyoto’ lovingly preserved for three centuries, before reaching Kanazawa, the former seat of the Maeda clan and home to celebrated historical gardens and contemporary museums alike.
From here you travel to Hiroshima, a city once defined by tragedy that now stands as a moving beacon of peace and resilience. Returning to the rails, you arrive in Kyoto, the nation’s former capital and its cultural soul, where countless temples, shrines, and priceless treasures endure. Your Japanese journey draws to a close in Nara, a city whose history predates even Kyoto, leaving you with memories of a country experienced in unrivaled depth and comfort.
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Best of Japan: 14-Day Luxury Tour | Tokyo, Kyoto & Beyond
Experience the best of Japan on a 14-day luxury private tour through Tokyo, Hakone, Kanazawa, Hiroshima, Kyoto & Nara. Ryokans, bullet trains & UNESCO gems.
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Highlights
- Private sushi-making class at Tokyo's Tsukiji market
- Stay in an authentic ryokan with a private onsen in Hakone
- Explore UNESCO-listed Shirakawa-go's historic farmhouses
- Discover Kyoto's Fushimi Inari, Kinkaku-ji & geisha district
- Witness Miyajima's floating torii gate near Hiroshima