Skip to main content

JaxorTravels

Japan Elite Escape

  • 9 Days / 8 Nights Days
  • Adult

From £2,309.00 Per Adult

Description

Duration

9 Days / 8 Nights Days

Language

English

Highlights Icon

Highlights

Discover the best of Japan on a 9-day journey through Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, Hiroshima, and Mount Fuji, blending iconic landmarks, cultural heritage, and breathtaking scenery.

Included

  • Return international flights, domestic Tokyo–Osaka flight, private airport transfers, and 2 checked bags throughout.
  • 8 nights' hotel accommodation with daily breakfast in Tokyo and Osaka.
  • Guided day tours to Nikko, Mount Fuji, Hiroshima & Miyajima, and Kyoto & Nara with English-speaking guides.
  • Round-trip transportation including Shinkansen (Bullet Train), ferry rides, airport transfers, and selected entrance fees.
  • Business lounge access, digital concierge service, mobile e-vouchers, and free time to explore Tokyo and Osaka at your own pace.

Excluded

  • Travel Insurance
  • Fees for checked baggage
  • Transfers between hotels and train stations in Italy
  • Tips: Drivers and hotel staff
  • Meals and beverages unless otherwise mentioned
  • Personal expenses and optional activities
  • Hotel tax (between 5 and 10 euros per passenger and per night, payable at destination)

Japan Elite Escape

9 Days / 8 Nights - Japan Elite Escape

Itinerary Image

Tokyo • Osaka • Kyoto

9 Days / 8 Nights

Day 1 — Depart the United Kingdom

10:30 – Your Journey Begins

Your Japan adventure begins from London Gatwick Airport (LGW), where every detail has already been taken care of. Before departure, your Digital Concierge will monitor your flight, provide travel reminders, and ensure you have everything needed for a smooth journey.

Relax in a Business Class airport lounge at London Gatwick Airport before boarding your flight to Tokyo, where you can enjoy complimentary refreshments, comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, and premium facilities to begin your holiday in complete comfort.

Your Flights

  • China Eastern Airlines | Total Journey Time: 17h 20m
  • London Gatwick (LGW) 10:30, 9 Nov 2026 → Shanghai Pudong (PVG) 06:05, 10 Nov | 11h 35m | Boeing 787 Dreamliner | 2 Checked Bags
  • Connection: Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG) – 3h 05m
  • Shanghai Pudong (PVG) 09:10, 10 Nov → Tokyo Narita (NRT) 12:50, 10 Nov | 2h 40m | Airbus A330-200 | 2 Checked Bags
  • Cabin: Economy | Baggage Allowance: 2 Checked Bags Included Throughout

Your Hotel – Akasaka Yoko Hotel, Tokyo

Upon arrival in Tokyo, your private driver will greet you in the arrivals hall and transfer you directly to Akasaka Yoko Hotel. Ideally located in the vibrant Akasaka district, the hotel offers a comfortable and convenient base for exploring Tokyo's iconic attractions while providing a peaceful retreat after a day of sightseeing.

Hotel Features

✓ Complimentary High-Speed Wi-Fi

✓ Private Airport Transfer Service

✓ On-Site Parking

✓ Family-Friendly Accommodation

✓ Restaurant & Bar

Day 2 — Nikko World Heritage Day Trip

07:00
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before departing for your excursion.

08:30
Depart from Tokyo Station or Shinjuku Station for a full-day guided tour to Nikko Toshogu, a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its intricate architecture and famous carvings, including the Three Wise Monkeys, Sleeping Cat, and Imaginary Elephants.

Continue along the scenic Irohazaka Road, then ride the Akechidaira Ropeway for breathtaking panoramic views. Visit the tranquil Lake Chuzenji before stopping at the spectacular Kegon Falls, one of Japan's most famous waterfalls.

Return to Tokyo in the evening after an unforgettable day exploring Nikko's natural beauty and cultural heritage.

Included:
✓ Guided Nikko Day Tour
✓ Round-trip transportation
✓ English-speaking guide
✓ Mobile e-voucher

Curated VIP Privilege

Spend your evening exploring Tokyo's vibrant city centre, with the freedom to choose from an incredible selection of restaurants in areas such as Ginza, Shibuya, Shinjuku, or Marunouchi.

Our concierge will be delighted to recommend and reserve a restaurant based on your preferred cuisine and dining style.

Dinner is not included in this package.

Day 3 — Mount Fuji Highlights Tour

07:00
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before departing for your full-day excursion.

08:30
Depart from Tokyo Station or Shinjuku Station for a guided journey to some of Mount Fuji's most iconic attractions.

Visit the Arakura Sengen Shrine and the famous Chureito Pagoda, where a short climb rewards you with one of Japan's most breathtaking views of Mount Fuji.

Continue to Oshino Hakkai, a charming village known for its crystal-clear spring ponds, before visiting Oishi Park overlooking Lake Kawaguchi. (From late October to mid-November, Oishi Park is replaced by the spectacular Momiji Corridor autumn foliage.)

Your final stop is Saiko Iyashi-no-Sato Nenba, a beautifully restored traditional village offering a glimpse into historic rural Japan.

Return to Tokyo in the evening after an unforgettable day exploring the beauty of Mount Fuji.

Included
✓ Guided Mount Fuji Full-Day Tour
✓ Round-trip transportation
✓ English-speaking guide
✓ Mobile e-voucher
✓ Instant confirmation

Curated VIP Privilege

Spend your evening exploring Tokyo's vibrant city centre, with the freedom to choose from an incredible selection of restaurants in areas such as Ginza, Shibuya, Shinjuku, or Marunouchi.

Dinner is not included in this package.

Day 4 — Tokyo at Your Own Pace

Morning

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at your hotel before spending the day however you wish. Whether you prefer sightseeing, shopping, café hopping, or simply relaxing, today is yours to explore Tokyo at your own pace.

Suggested Places to Visit:

  • Tokyo Skytree
  • Imperial Palace East Gardens
  • Ueno Park
  • Tsukiji Outer Market
  • Ginza
  • Shibuya Scramble Crossing
  • Odaiba

Continue exploring at your own pace or enjoy some last-minute shopping.

Curated VIP Privilege

Spend your evening exploring Tokyo's vibrant city centre, with the freedom to choose from an incredible selection of restaurants in areas such as Ginza, Shibuya, Shinjuku, or Marunouchi.

Dinner is not included in this package.

Day 5 — Tokyo to Osaka

Morning
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before checking out and transferring to the airport.

Domestic flight (Tokyo → Osaka): 12:45 – 14:10

Fly from Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) to Osaka Kansai International Airport (KIX) with Japan Airlines.

Flight Details

  • Departure: 12:45 – Tokyo Haneda Airport (Terminal 1)
  • Arrival: 14:10 – Osaka Kansai International Airport
  • Flight Duration: 1 hr 25 min
  • Baggage Allowance: 2 pieces

Upon arrival, transfer to Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka and check in.
The hotel offers complimentary Wi-Fi, restaurant & bar, parking, transfer services, and accessible facilities for a comfortable stay.

Included
✓ Hotel breakfast
✓ Domestic flight (Tokyo → Osaka)
✓ Airport transfer
✓ Hotel accommodation at Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka

Evening
Spend the rest of the evening exploring Osaka City Centre at your own pace. Wander through vibrant districts such as Dotonbori and Shinsaibashi, experience Osaka's lively nightlife, or enjoy dinner at one of the city's renowned local restaurants.

Dinner is not included in this package.

Day 6 — Hiroshima & Miyajima Day Trip

07:00
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before heading to Shin-Osaka Station.

08:15
Board the Shinkansen (Bullet Train) for a full-day guided tour to Hiroshima and Miyajima.

Upon arrival, meet your local English-speaking guide and take a short ferry ride to Itsukushima Shrine on Miyajima, famous for its iconic floating torii gate and UNESCO World Heritage status.

Continue to Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, where you'll visit the Atomic Bomb Dome, a powerful symbol of peace and resilience.

Return to Shin-Osaka Station by bullet train in the evening after an unforgettable journey through Japan's history and natural beauty.

Included
✓ Hotel breakfast
✓ Round-trip Shinkansen tickets
✓ Guided Hiroshima & Miyajima Tour
✓ Ferry transportation
✓ English-speaking guide
✓ Selected entrance fees
✓ Mobile e-voucher & instant confirmation

Curated VIP Privilege

Spend the evening at your leisure in Osaka City Centre, where you can explore the vibrant streets of Dotonbori or enjoy dinner at one of Osaka's renowned local restaurants.

Dinner is not included in this package.

Day 7 — Kyoto & Nara Day Tour

07:00
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before departing for your full-day excursion.

09:50
Begin your guided tour from Osaka Nihonbashi Exit 2 or Kyoto Station Hachijo Exit for a memorable journey through Japan's cultural treasures.

Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site Kiyomizu-dera and stroll through the charming streets of Ninenzaka, Sannenzaka, Hanamikoji Street, and Yasaka Shrine. You'll also have the opportunity to rent a traditional kimono for memorable photographs.

Continue to the iconic Fushimi Inari Taisha, famous for its thousands of vibrant red torii gates stretching through the mountainside.

In the afternoon, visit Nara Park, where you can meet the famous free-roaming deer and explore Todai-ji, home to Japan's Great Buddha, along with Kasuga Taisha.

Return to Osaka in the evening after an unforgettable day discovering the rich history, culture, and traditions of Kyoto and Nara.

Included
✓ Hotel breakfast
✓ Guided Kyoto & Nara Day Tour
✓ Round-trip transportation
✓ English-speaking guide
✓ Mobile e-voucher
✓ Instant confirmation

Curated VIP Privilege

Spend the evening at your leisure in Osaka City Centre, where you can explore the vibrant streets of Dotonbori or enjoy dinner at one of Osaka's renowned local restaurants.

Dinner is not included in this package.

 

Day 8 — Osaka at Your Own Pace

Morning
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at your hotel before spending the day however you wish. Whether you prefer sightseeing, shopping, café hopping, or simply relaxing, today is yours to explore Osaka at your own pace.

Suggested Places to Visit:

  • Osaka Castle
  • Dotonbori
  • Shinsaibashi
  • Kuromon Ichiba Market
  • Umeda Sky Building
  • Sumiyoshi Taisha
  • Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
  • Tempozan Harbor Village

Spend the day exploring at your own pace or enjoy some last-minute shopping before your journey home.

Curated VIP Privilege

Celebrate your farewell evening in Osaka by soaking up the city's vibrant atmosphere one last time. Wander through the illuminated streets of Dotonbori, and choose from an excellent selection of local restaurants for your final dinner in Japan before returning to the UK the following day.

Dinner is not included in this package.

Day 9 — Journey back to Home

Morning
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before checking out. Your private transfer will take you comfortably to Osaka Kansai International Airport (KIX) for your journey home.

Flight Details

  • Air China: Osaka Kansai (KIX) 16:30 → Shanghai Pudong (PVG) 18:20 | Duration: 2h 50m
  • Baggage: 2 Pieces
  • Connection at Shanghai Pudong (PVG): 8h 5m
  • Air China: Shanghai Pudong (PVG) 02:25 (18 NOV) → London Gatwick (LGW) 06:55 (18 NOV) | Duration: 12h 30m

Thank you for travelling with us. We hope you've created unforgettable memories throughout Japan and wish you a safe, comfortable journey back to the UK.

What's Included:

  • Return international flights, domestic Tokyo–Osaka flight, private airport transfers, and 2 checked bags throughout.
  • 8 nights' hotel accommodation with daily breakfast in Tokyo and Osaka.
  • Guided day tours to Nikko, Mount Fuji, Hiroshima & Miyajima, and Kyoto & Nara with English-speaking guides.
  • Round-trip transportation including Shinkansen (Bullet Train), ferry rides, airport transfers, and selected entrance fees.
  • Business lounge access, digital concierge service, mobile e-vouchers, and free time to explore Tokyo and Osaka at your own pace.

Maps

Frequently Asked Questions

How much of a deposit is required?

You need to make a 50% deposit upon reservation to secure your seats. If your departure is in less than 60 days, the full amount is due when booking.

When is the balance due?

The balance is due 60 days prior to the departure date.

What is the group size?

This amazing package is a Freedom tour. The beauty of it is that it's completely hassle free for you: all flights, transfers, trains or ferries and hotels are taken care of. There is no group as you are free to enjoy your vacation whichever way you prefer.

Is it a guaranteed departure?

Yes, all our departures are guaranteed.

Will there be someone waiting for us at the airport?

Yes, in Italy and Greece, our local operators will welcome you at the gate holding a sign with your name or "JaxorTravels" on it. You will be transfered to the hotel.

Is it possible to book additional tours?

Yes, in each city, your hotel will suggest a variety of tours that you will be able to book directly with the tour desk.

From £2,309.00

Book This Tour

Person Info

Adults
-
+
Loader
Thank You

Booked Successfully

  • Details
Booking Summary

Japan Elite Escape

0 Adults

Have a question in mind

Looking for more info? Send a question to the tour agent to find out more.

From £2,309.00

Book This Tour

Person Info

Adults
-
+
Loader
Thank You

Booked Successfully

  • Details
Booking Summary

Japan Elite Escape

0 Adults

Your Question