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Japan Golden Route Classic

Tokyo neon to Kyoto temples on a bullet train

Starting From
₹2,85,000
Duration
8D/7N
Best Time
March-April & October-November
Category
culture
Region
International
Price Per Day
≈ ₹35,625 per day
From ₹2,85,000 per person
8D/7N
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Overview

About this package

Eight days on the classic Golden Route — Tokyo's Shibuya crossing and Senso-ji temple, a Shinkansen run past Mount Fuji, and Kyoto's Fushimi Inari gates trailing up the mountainside in a tunnel of vermilion. Osaka's Dotonbori food street closes the loop with takoyaki and neon reflections on the canal.

Fushimi Inari Torii GatesMount Fuji & Lake KawaguchikoArashiyama Bamboo GroveShibuya CrossingDotonbori Osaka
Who it suits

Who this trip is built for

Culture & heritageGuided touringSlow travel
Good to know

Know before you go

Practical details for the destinations on this trip, straight from our destination guides.

Japan

Cherry blossoms, ancient temples, bullet trains, and a cuisine culture that is an art form.

Climate — Temperate, varies by region
Languages — Japanese, limited English
Currency — Japanese Yen (JPY)
Visa (Indian passport) — e-Visa required for Indian nationals
Best time — March to May, September to November
Itinerary

Day by day

Every trip is adjusted around your dates, pace, hotel style, and traveler profile.

1
Day 1

Arrival in Tokyo

Fly into Narita or Haneda, evening at Shibuya Crossing and Shinjuku.

2
Day 2

Tokyo Sightseeing

Visit Senso-ji Temple in Asakusa, Tokyo Skytree and the Meiji Shrine.

3
Day 3

Mount Fuji Day Trip

Day excursion to the Mount Fuji Fifth Station and Lake Kawaguchiko for the classic reflection views.

4
Day 4

Shinkansen to Kyoto

Bullet train to Kyoto, evening walk through the Gion geisha district.

5
Day 5

Fushimi Inari & Arashiyama

Morning at the Fushimi Inari torii gate trail, afternoon at the Arashiyama bamboo grove.

6
Day 6

Kinkaku-ji & Nijo Castle

Visit the Golden Pavilion and Nijo Castle's nightingale floors.

7
Day 7

Osaka Day Trip

Day trip to Osaka for Osaka Castle and a Dotonbori street food crawl.

8
Day 8

Departure

Return to Tokyo or fly out from Osaka for your onward flight.

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What's covered

Inclusions & exclusions

Included

  • 7-day Japan Rail Pass
  • 7 nights accommodation, daily breakfast
  • Mount Fuji day excursion
  • Fushimi Inari & Arashiyama guided walk
  • Osaka day trip

Not Included

  • International flights
  • Japan visa (if applicable)
  • Lunch & dinner
  • Travel insurance
Best Time to Travel
March-April & October-November
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FAQs

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Japan Golden Route Classic trip?

8 days, 7 nights.

When is the best time to go on the Japan Golden Route Classic trip?

March-April & October-November

What's included in the Japan Golden Route Classic package?

7-day Japan Rail Pass; 7 nights accommodation, daily breakfast; Mount Fuji day excursion; Fushimi Inari & Arashiyama guided walk; Osaka day trip

What's not included in the Japan Golden Route Classic package?

International flights; Japan visa (if applicable); Lunch & dinner; Travel insurance

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