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Japan Express: Osaka to Tokyo
Destinations
Japan
Overview
From the Buddhist monks of K?yasan to the high rollers of Tokyo, see the many faces of Japan on this condensed tour beginning in Osaka. Savour the region’s culinary delicacies and the beautiful views at Mt Fuji. You'll stay in a traditional ryokan and really soak up local culture in onsen hot springs. A great combination of the traditional and the contemporary, this adventure provides a taste of the rich culture of Japan.
Trip itinerary
What's included
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Activities and Logistics
Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Meeting - Meet your CEO and Group. Your Local Living Moment: Overnight in Mount K?ya Temple, K?yasan. Hiroshima Peace Park and Museum visit. Miyajima Island excursion. Nijo Castle and gardens visit. Gion walk. Fushimi Inari shrine visit. Lake Ashino-ko boat ride. Traditional kaiseki meal. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.
Activities and Logistics
Travel in Japan is easy, clean, and efficient, but English is not widely spoken. A lot of patience, a sense of humor, and a respect for the local culture goes a long way in any Asian country and will greatly enrich your experience.
Activities and Logistics
CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout the trip.
Activities and Logistics
There are optional activities in various locations - Miyajima (Mt. Misen Visit), Kyoto (Zen Gardens of Ry?an-ji), Tokyo (Ginza Shopping, Imperial Palace East Gardens Walk, Ueno Park Visit, Meiji Shrine Visit), and Asakusa (Sens?-ji Temple Visit).
Activities and Logistics
It's essential to pack as lightly as possible for rail travel in Japan. All G Adventures tours use the world-famous Shinkansen bullet trains, which have a restriction on maximum luggage size: less than 160cm in total. We strongly recommend bringing a day pack or backpack to use during the day for daily essentials like water, cameras, and passports. Travelers who bring luggage exceeding this restriction will be directly penalized by the Central Japan Railway Company, with fees for excess luggage, subject to availability. Luggage over 251cm in total is prohibited on Shinkansen trains. It's highly recommended that you travel light and have easy-to-handle luggage, capable of walking up and down stairs with your luggage without assistance. Japan’s takuhaibin service is a convenient and reliable way to transfer luggage from one location to another throughout the country, making it a great way to travel light and avoid hauling large bags on crowded trains or up and down stairs. Please make sure to pack a day backpack or a small/lightweight bag for the group overnight in Koyasan.
Itinerary Disclaimer
Hotels (7 nts), mountain monastery (1 nt, shared facilities).
Highlights
3 breakfasts, 2 dinners.
Joining Instructions
For details of your joining hotel, please refer to your tour voucher, G Account, the G Adventures App, or contact your travel agent. To get from Kansai Intl Airport (KIX) to our commonly used joining hotels, first, get some cash. After passing through customs, stop by a bank counter or an ATM machine on the first floor to get some Japanese Yen. This may be your last chance to exchange cash easily in Japan, as only certain banks do currency exchange. Detailed directions to Hearton Hotel Nishi Umeda and Holiday Inn Express Osaka City Centre - Midosuji are provided. Please note that day 1 is an arrival day, and no activities have been planned on this day. Once you arrive at your Joining Hotel, look out for a Welcome Note which will be left at reception with all necessary information regarding your Welcome Meeting, along with the meeting time (usually between 5 pm and 7 pm). This is when you will get a chance to meet your CEO and other travelers, receive information about any general and specific aspects of the trip, and learn more about how the tour will run. If you don't see a note, please ask reception for details!
Arrival Complications
We don't expect any problems, and nor should you, but if for any reason you are unable to commence your trip as scheduled, as soon as possible, please contact your starting point hotel, requesting that you speak to or leave a message for your CEO. If you are unable to get in touch with your leader, please refer to our emergency contact details. If you have pre-booked an airport transfer and have not made contact with our representative within 30 minutes of clearing customs and immigration, we recommend that you make your own way to the Starting Point hotel, and apply to your travel agent on your return for a refund of the transfer cost if this occurs.
Emergency Contact
Should you need to contact us during a situation of dire need, it is best to first call either the G Adventures Local Representative or our G Adventures Local Office. If for any reason you do not receive an immediate answer, please leave a detailed message and contact information, so they may return your call and assist you as soon as possible. Emergency contact numbers are provided, including for arrival transfer representatives, G Adventures Local Office, and toll-free numbers for various regions. If you are unable to contact our local office, please call the sales team numbers provided.
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What's included
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Activities and Logistics
Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Meeting - Meet your CEO and Group. Your Local Living Moment: Overnight in Mount K?ya Temple, K?yasan. Hiroshima Peace Park and Museum visit. Miyajima Island excursion. Nijo Castle and gardens visit. Gion walk. Fushimi Inari shrine visit. Lake Ashino-ko boat ride. Traditional kaiseki meal. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.
Activities and Logistics
Travel in Japan is easy, clean, and efficient, but English is not widely spoken. A lot of patience, a sense of humor, and a respect for the local culture goes a long way in any Asian country and will greatly enrich your experience.
Activities and Logistics
CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout the trip.
Activities and Logistics
There are optional activities in various locations - Miyajima (Mt. Misen Visit), Kyoto (Zen Gardens of Ry?an-ji), Tokyo (Ginza Shopping, Imperial Palace East Gardens Walk, Ueno Park Visit, Meiji Shrine Visit), and Asakusa (Sens?-ji Temple Visit).
Activities and Logistics
It's essential to pack as lightly as possible for rail travel in Japan. All G Adventures tours use the world-famous Shinkansen bullet trains, which have a restriction on maximum luggage size: less than 160cm in total. We strongly recommend bringing a day pack or backpack to use during the day for daily essentials like water, cameras, and passports. Travelers who bring luggage exceeding this restriction will be directly penalized by the Central Japan Railway Company, with fees for excess luggage, subject to availability. Luggage over 251cm in total is prohibited on Shinkansen trains. It's highly recommended that you travel light and have easy-to-handle luggage, capable of walking up and down stairs with your luggage without assistance. Japan’s takuhaibin service is a convenient and reliable way to transfer luggage from one location to another throughout the country, making it a great way to travel light and avoid hauling large bags on crowded trains or up and down stairs. Please make sure to pack a day backpack or a small/lightweight bag for the group overnight in Koyasan.
Itinerary Disclaimer
Hotels (7 nts), mountain monastery (1 nt, shared facilities).
Highlights
3 breakfasts, 2 dinners.
Joining Instructions
For details of your joining hotel, please refer to your tour voucher, G Account, the G Adventures App, or contact your travel agent. To get from Kansai Intl Airport (KIX) to our commonly used joining hotels, first, get some cash. After passing through customs, stop by a bank counter or an ATM machine on the first floor to get some Japanese Yen. This may be your last chance to exchange cash easily in Japan, as only certain banks do currency exchange. Detailed directions to Hearton Hotel Nishi Umeda and Holiday Inn Express Osaka City Centre - Midosuji are provided. Please note that day 1 is an arrival day, and no activities have been planned on this day. Once you arrive at your Joining Hotel, look out for a Welcome Note which will be left at reception with all necessary information regarding your Welcome Meeting, along with the meeting time (usually between 5 pm and 7 pm). This is when you will get a chance to meet your CEO and other travelers, receive information about any general and specific aspects of the trip, and learn more about how the tour will run. If you don't see a note, please ask reception for details!
Arrival Complications
We don't expect any problems, and nor should you, but if for any reason you are unable to commence your trip as scheduled, as soon as possible, please contact your starting point hotel, requesting that you speak to or leave a message for your CEO. If you are unable to get in touch with your leader, please refer to our emergency contact details. If you have pre-booked an airport transfer and have not made contact with our representative within 30 minutes of clearing customs and immigration, we recommend that you make your own way to the Starting Point hotel, and apply to your travel agent on your return for a refund of the transfer cost if this occurs.
Emergency Contact
Should you need to contact us during a situation of dire need, it is best to first call either the G Adventures Local Representative or our G Adventures Local Office. If for any reason you do not receive an immediate answer, please leave a detailed message and contact information, so they may return your call and assist you as soon as possible. Emergency contact numbers are provided, including for arrival transfer representatives, G Adventures Local Office, and toll-free numbers for various regions. If you are unable to contact our local office, please call the sales team numbers provided.
Social
Travel alone but never lonely with Social! An exclusive social network inside our gWorld app to talk, share & meet-up with other Global Travellers in your region, with a dedicated Community Manager.
Global Academynull
Gain access to an ever-growing range of skills & languages to learn before & whilst you travel.
Marketplace Dealsnull
Get exclusive access to deals and discounts through our online Marketplace. Save big on a huge range of products and services from our brand partners worldwide.
10% Off Getaways
Score an exclusive 10% off voucher to use on any Getaway by Global Work & Travel. Explore more on the world's best small group tours for 18-35’s, exclusively designed and hosted by us. Use before, during or after this trip.
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