Delve Deep: Intro to Japan 2024-25
Delve Deep: Intro to Japan 2024-25
$1699
Delve Deep: Intro to Japan 2024-25
7 Days Starting in Tokyo and ending in Osaka
Visiting: Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka
Tour operator:
Tour code:
TJETR4
Specialist Group:
18-30 Somethings
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
10 - 20
Age range:
18-39
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Interests:
Tour Overview
TRIP VIBE = iconic sights and in-depth adventures with a local Trip Leader. Remember when you spent that INCREDible week soaking up all the sushi, sake, soba and shrines Japan could throw at you? Huh, that wasn’t you. Then what are you waiting for?! This intro to Japan is all about the weird-and-wonderful in Tokyo, the ancient wonders of Kyoto, and the foodie delights of Osaka. Swipe right for a week’s worth of mind-blowing Japanese culture. You won’t regret it.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Tokyo (Japan)
Location: Tokyo
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Dinner
Seven days. Three legendary cities. And all the ancient temples, glittering skyscrapers, quirky neighbourhoods and local eats you can handle. Ready to experience this jaw-dropping country properly? You’re in exactly the right place. First: say konnichiwa to your fellow explorers. Then: prepare for your first taste of Japan – we’ve got a group dinner in the traditional Asakusa district lined up. Yep, you’re really here.
Day 2: Tokyo
Location: Tokyo
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Rise and shrine! We’re off to check out Meiji Jingu this morning – Tokyo’s grandest Shinto shrine. Take in all the spiritual vibes, make an offering and wander the blooming (or not) gardens. Next, we’re heading to the uber-kooky Harajuku district (aka cosplay heaven) with our in-the-know Trip Leader. Expect: neon tutus, rainbow-coloured wigs, bubble tea and fairy floss. We’ll also swing by the iconic Shibuya Crossing. It’s all the crazy. Later: thought you could come to Japan and not get involved in some K-A-R-A-OKE? Think again! Gather the gang and bust out some bangers at tonight’s included karaoke bar experience.
Day 3: Tokyo
Location: Tokyo
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
This is your day, 100% your way. But if you need some recommendations, we’ve got your back. Ready to plunge into a world of manga and anime? Explore Tokyo’s famous Akihabara district on an optional tour. Later, you can wander the futuristic neon-lit streets of Shibuya. Or join an optional full-day tour of Mt Fuji and Hakone. Fill your camera roll with scenes of Japan’s most ICONIC landscape. Check out the Oshino Ninja Village (as awesome as it sounds). Cruise across stunning Lake Ashi. And soak up the beauty of the serene Hakone Shrine. This is what you came for.
Day 4: Tokyo – Kyoto
Location: Tokyo, Kyoto
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Up and at ‘em: it’s an early start to get the Shinkansen (bullet train FYI) to Kyoto. Home to over 2,000 temples and shrines this place ticks all the spiritual boxes. After lunch, we’ll visit the incredible Fushimi Inari Shrine – with plenty of time to hike to the top and explore the torii gates. Then the afternoon is yours. If you want, spend the rest of the day dressed up as a geisha or samurai (we told you it would get weird). Tonight, we’ll regroup for an included dinner – another chance to show off your chopstick skills. Or not.
Day 5: Kyoto
Location: Kyoto
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Time to explore this place with our expert Trip Leader. We’ll tick off the Kinkaku-ji Golden Pavilion before moving on to Arashiyama to visit the Tenryu-ji Temple. Grab a bite to eat then head out to explore the sprawling bamboo forest and Togetsu-kyo bridge. Then, the rest is up to you. Lose yourself, find yourself, then grab a biru at a local watering hole.
Day 6: Kyoto – Osaka
Location: Kyoto, Osaka
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Just when you thought your jeans couldn’t get any tighter – today we’re headed for Osaka: the foodie capital of Japan. Here, they even have a word for “scoff till you drop”: kuidaore. Down your cup of matcha – we’ve got an intro tour to the city starting with the majestic Osaka Castle and the Umeda Sky Building. SD cards full of EPIC views over the city – the rest of the afternoon is yours for the taking. Whatever you get up to, just make sure you’re back in time for tonight’s included dinner.
Day 7: Osaka
Location: Osaka
Meals Included: Breakfast
Time to say sayonara to the Land of the Rising Sun. Swap those Insta handles – you’re going to need them to organise next year’s reunion trip. What’s next? We've got Delve Deep trips to Southeast Asia which you can hop straight on. Just saying...
What's Included
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Transport
High-speed trains and public transport
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Accommodation
6 nights in hotel-style accommodation (twin or double)
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Fully Guided
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Meals
As detailed in the itinerary
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Free Wi-Fi at Accommodation
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Tipping and Gratuities
What's Not Included
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Airport Transfers at Destination
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International Travel
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Country Entry Visas
Check out our Q&As
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Is there a supplement for solo travellers?
Single pricing is available on all tours
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Is the tour coach air conditioned?
Yes the Coach is air-conditioned
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
No they aren't
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Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?
Yes from all over the world
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
No they aren't
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Do you require a visa for this holiday?
This will vary from your country of origin. Please seek advice locally
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What is the maximum group size?
20
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
This will be provided on all documentation
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What is the tipping policy?
Tipping is not required
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
All guides are English Speaking
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Are all entrance fees included in the price?
No they aren't
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Are flights included in this tour?
No they aren't
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Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?
Yes we can
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Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?
We will have our Tour Leader with you every day
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
Curious? Open-minded? Same. Topdeckers are a mixed bunch, but that’s what makes us special. They come from all over the globe and are aged between 18 and 39. Like you, they’re looking to feel real. To experience more. To embrace the unknown. To grow and connect – without judgement.
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Is there an age limit on Topdeck trips?
Yes. Our trips are specifically designed for those aged 18-39 years of age.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
40 years
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
https://www.topdeck.travel/resources/booking-flexibility
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
We operate Single Share across across all touring styles and will match you with someone of the same gender
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
E-Documentation will be sent
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes, we work dilligenltly with our partners to acheive this
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
Yes you can on European Tours
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Low Deposit
Topdeck requires a minimum deposit of 200 USD per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 60 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of topdeck charges.
Up to 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 59 days before tour starts: Forfeit 40% of booking price.
At 28 days before tour starts: Forfeit 60% of booking price.
At 13 days before tour starts: Forfeit 80% of booking price.
At 7 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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