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Tour Overview
Embark on a captivating 5-day journey through Japan with the Quick Japan Explorer tour. This self-guided adventure takes you from the bustling streets of Tokyo to the serene landscapes of Hakone, the cultural richness of Kyoto, and the historical charm of Nara. Travel seamlessly with a 7-day Japan Rail Pass, including a thrilling bullet train ride to Hakone, the gateway to Mt. Fuji. Explore Hakone's natural wonders with a Hakone Pass, and discover Kyoto's 2,000 shrines and temples. Enjoy a day trip to Nara, where you can marvel at the Todai-ji Temple and its impressive bronze Buddha statue. With accommodations ranging from hostels to 4-star hotels, and breakfasts included in select categories, this tour offers comfort and flexibility. Experience the essence of Japan's culture, history, and nature on this unforgettable journey. ...more ...less
Highlights
Immerse yourself in Japanese culture and nature in Tokyo, Hakone, Kyoto & Nara
See Hakone's natural wonders and attractions with a Hakone Pass
Take a bullet train to Hakone, the gateway to Mt. Fuji
Visit Kyoto, Japan’s cultural capital with more than 2,000 shrines and temples
Take a self-guided day trip to Nara, the 8th century capital city of Japan
Discover the Todai-ji Temple and its 15-metre high bronze Buddha statue in Nara
Itinerary
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Begin your trip with a Tokyo airport pick-up & transfer to accommodation.
Day 2
:
Tokyo - Hakone, Japan
Location: Hakone
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Travel by bullet train to Hakone - the gateway to Mt. Fuji.
Day 3
:
Hakone - Kyoto, Japan
Location: Hakone, Kyoto
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Journey from Hakone to Kyoto and enjoy a free evening in the city.
Day 4
:
Kyoto, Japan
Location: Nara
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Take a self-guided day trip to Nara and explore the ancient town.
Day 5
:
Kyoto - Tokyo, Japan
Location: Kyoto, Tokyo
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Travel back to Tokyo where your trip will end upon arrival.
What's Included
Meals
4 Breakfasts (hotel categories only)
Accommodation
Enjoy 4 nights in hostels, 3-star, or 4-star hotels.
Transport
Travel seamlessly with a 7-day Japan Rail Pass, including airport pick-up, transport to Nara, and various transfers.
Activities
Engage in a self-guided adventure through highlights of Japan.
Extras
Benefit from a 2-day Hakone Free Pass including unlimited use of Odakyu affiliated transport and discount admission to select local attractions.
What's Not Included
Train station transfers
Transfers between train stations are not included.
Optional activities
Optional activities are not included.
Tips
Tips for guides, drivers, and hotel staff are not included.
Personal expenses
Personal expenses such as souvenirs and snacks are not included.
Travel insurance
Travel insurance is not included.
Tokyo airport drop-off
Drop-off at Tokyo airport at the end of the tour is not included.
Mode of Transport
Travel seamlessly with a 7-day Japan Rail Pass, including airport pick-up, transport to Nara, and various transfers, ensuring smooth and efficient travel across Japan.
Accommodation
Enjoy 4 nights in a variety of accommodations including hostels, 3-star, or 4-star hotels, providing comfort and convenience throughout your journey.
Check out our Q&As
What type of transportation is included in the tour?
The tour includes a 7-day Japan Rail Pass, which covers airport pick-up, transport to Nara, and various transfers across Japan, ensuring smooth and efficient travel.
What kind of accommodations are provided during the tour?
The tour offers 4 nights of accommodation in a variety of options including hostels, 3-star, or 4-star hotels, providing comfort and convenience throughout the journey.
Are meals included in the tour package?
The tour includes 4 breakfasts, but only for those staying in hotel categories. Meals and drinks other than the specified breakfasts are not included.
Is the tour guided or self-guided?
The tour is a self-guided adventure, allowing you to explore the highlights of Japan at your own pace.
What is the Hakone Free Pass and what does it include?
The Hakone Free Pass is included for 2 days and offers unlimited use of Odakyu affiliated transport and discount admission to select local attractions in the Hakone area.
Is airport drop-off included at the end of the tour?
No, the Tokyo airport drop-off at the end of the tour is not included.
Is there an age limit?
No! Most of our bamba travellers fall between the ages of 18 - 35, but everyone is young at heart and welcome to come experience the world with us!
If you are between the ages of 18 and 118, we invite you to travel with bamba and have the time of your life!
Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
Most of our trips cater to the adventurous independent traveller.
In fact, many of our travellers arrive on their own and quickly find that they easily meet like-minded people along the way at their hostels, on transportation, or during activities.
Do I need travel insurance?
We highly recommend purchasing travel insurance for your trip, especially when travelling in developing countries.
Bamba does not include travel insurance of any type.Your current medical insurance may cover part of your trip, so it is important for you to become familiar with your current coverage. We recommend purchasing additional travel insurance that provides coverage for medical emergencies, emergency evacuation and repatriation, lost or stolen items and unforeseen cancellations. If you plan to participate in activities such as white-water rafting, trekking, sand-buggy rides, etc please make sure they are included in your policy.
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Reviews of this operator
Jonas Nesset(Norway)
The company is exceptional. When...
Dec 10 2019
The company is exceptional. When I had questions, I always got prompt and professional answers. The excursions that Bamba organized were fantastic! Thank you once again for everything!
Shane Alce(United Kingdom)
For true explorers....
Aug 12 2019
For true explorers.
Marian Reder(Germany)
To this day, this is...
Oct 2 2019
To this day, this is the best tour we've ever done together as a couple! The fun activities, great hotels and nice guides worth the money! We were always taken care of and they made sure that we had a good time. This tour is definitely worth taking.
Tanja Ottosen(Denmark)
The Bamba Team really made...
Jan 9 2020
The Bamba Team really made my journey one of the most memorable experiences of my life! Still so nice and supportive! They handled everything and responded to each question within a few minutes. I wholeheartedly recommend it to everyone. Especially if you want to do a lot of activities and travel to a lot of different places without feeling rushed. They've also helped me with specific issues that weren't covered by the tour, as well as answering general questions. Thank you so much for making my journey so enjoyable!
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Braiden Rowe(United States)
The tour was fantastic; I...
Feb 12 2020
The tour was fantastic; I was able to visit some of Japan's most beautiful locations, and the accommodations were excellent, with convenient access to the city's best attractions. Also, our tour guide was fantastic. I will pick bamba again and recommend the tour to anyone who wants to see Japan while having a good time!!
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Aaron Davies(Australia)
I only have good words...
Oct 23 2019
I only have good words about our trip to Kenya. The entire experience was totally magical and I struggle to say how fantastic it was. We were fortunate enough to have a brilliant vehicle for ourselves, but we had great luck with David for our guide too. He was very knowledgeable, courteous and nice. Thank you for helping to create this fantastic safari experience. I Highly recommend this company.
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Matteo Hoffmeister(Germany)
Bamba Experience has been the...
Jun 5 2019
Bamba Experience has been the best tour guide I've ever had. Every tour has been a thrilling experience. There are so many things to choose from. Bamba has been extremely helpful in providing us with all of the necessary information for our departures and activities! Bamba has made this a simple and enjoyable experience. I'll certainly tell my friends and family about it! Thank you very much, Bamba!!
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Melanie Liu Chang(Australia)
We organized a trip through...
Feb 20 2020
We organized a trip through Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, and Cambodia on the hop-on, hop-off bus. It made the trip so much simpler for us as first-time travelers because we just had to send an email to arrange the bus, which avoided the hassle of looking for the best price and so on! We also had a number of tours included, they were all amazing and saved us the trouble of trying to find the best offers on our own; it also meant we got to see a lot of stuff we wouldn't have seen otherwise.
Overall, it was a fantastic experience that I will strongly suggest and use again!
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Marius Halvorson(Norway)
Our Bamba tour of Vietnam...
Jun 25 2019
Our Bamba tour of Vietnam was fantastic. We had a lot of new experiences and all of the help we needed to make this a stress-free vacation. The well-organized accomodation and transportation were excellent. We will certainly use Bamba in the future.
Alexis Helman(Australia)
I had booked our Uyuni...
Jun 25 2019
I had booked our Uyuni Salt Flats & Desert Adventure 3D/2N (Uyuni to Atacama) tour via an Australian travel agency, but they had made an error and refused to assist us or take responsibility. This was very difficult for us because we wanted to have a stress-free honeymoon. I contacted Bamba and I asked if we could talk on the phone so they made the improvements to our tour reservation that our travel agent declined to make. The quality of service was exceptional and they generously offered to us a complimentary gift because it was our honeymoon. I can't say enough good things about Bamba.
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Bamba Travel allows you to make 2 free date changes, as long as the change is made at least 60 days before the start of the tour.
Transfer as credit to Future Tours
Bamba Travel allows you to transfer existing payments to a future tour to avoid cancellation fees if you can't travel and inform bamba travel, 60 days before departure.
Low Deposit
Bamba Travel requires a minimum deposit of
20%
or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 30 days before departure.
Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of bamba travel charges.
Up to 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 15 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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