- Code du voyage
JPNADV02
- Départ
Kyoto
- Arrivée
Tokyo
- Âge minimum
16 years old
- Taille du groupe
6-16 voyageurs max.
- Style de voyage
Explorer
- Rythme du voyage
Active
- Langue
Anglais
Nine days that move from Kyoto's temples and mountain trails to Osaka's food streets, a hot-spring night on the Izu Peninsula and the neon of Tokyo. It's a small-group trip for travelers who want both the calm and the karaoke.
Ce que vous verrez et ferez
Shrines, mountain villages and hands-on craft workshops
Sushi-making, Osaka street food and a taste of sake
An onsen soak and karaoke nights with the group
Ce qui est inclus
All activities mentioned on the itinerary
Accommodations in double rooms
Experienced Soca Islands Host with you throughout the trip
One farewell group activity when possible
Max 16 travellers per group
Arrival and departure airport transfers
Group transportation
Itinéraire du groupe
Kyoto is an easy place to land: slower than Tokyo, full of temples and quiet lanes. Arrive early and you could walk the torii tunnels of Fushimi Inari or the Arashiyama bamboo grove on your own. Late in the afternoon you'll meet your Soca Islands Host and the rest of the group, then head out together for a first taste of Japanese food.
Start at a temple founded some 1,200 years ago in the forested hills on Kyoto's eastern edge. Then get your hands dirty in a private pottery class, where wabi-sabi, the idea of finding beauty in imperfection, shapes what you make. After lunch, a local monk guides you through Zen meditation. Your evening is free to find dinner in the city.
Less than an hour out of Kyoto, the forest trail up Mt. Kurama rewards you with wide views and wildlife to spot along the way. Come down into the little town of Kibune for an unhurried lunch. Back in the city, walk the Kamo River at sunset and wander Pontocho Alley, lined with izakayas and tucked-away cocktail bars. It's a good night for your first bowl of udon or ramen.
Take a day trip to Osaka, nicknamed the nation's kitchen. Look out over the city from Osaka Castle, then dive into the neon canal-side streets of Dotonbori with a guide, tasting takoyaki, okonomiyaki and fish-shaped taiyaki. You'll return to Kyoto well fed.
Ride the bullet train toward the Izu Peninsula, stopping at a green tea plantation to walk the rows and sip tea where it's grown. Then settle into a ryokan in Shuzenji, a hot-spring town of bamboo groves and temples, for a restful night and a soak in natural onsen waters.
Move on to Tokyo and start in Harajuku, the capital of Japanese street style, packed with offbeat boutiques. Next, step into the forest calm of Meiji Jingu Shrine. Your first night ends with microphones in hand, because no visit to Tokyo is complete without karaoke.
Spend the morning among the food stalls of Tsukiji's outer market, then take part in a hands-on class where the group learns to make sushi. Later, walk through Hamarikyu Gardens or explore Tokyo's streets on your own.
Head to Akihabara, Tokyo's electronics and gaming district, for arcade games and claw machines. Tonight the group gathers for a celebratory dinner and a toast to the trip.
Share a final breakfast with the group before heading off on your onward journey.
Rooms
You'll stay at Trip Hotel.
- Included
Shared double
Shared with a fellow traveller of the same sex.
- +$2,277 per person
Single room
A room to yourself, subject to availability.
Room prices are per person for the Apr 10, 2027 departure and can differ on other dates. You choose your room when you book.
FAQ du voyage
Fly into Osaka (ITM) or Kansai (KIX, and out of Haneda (HND) or Narita (NRT).
Yes. If you arrive on Day 1 of your adventure or book pre-tour accommodation with us, your airport arrival transfer is included. If you choose alternative pre-tour accommodation or arrive by another mode of transport, you’ll need to arrange your own arrival transfer.
Our arrival transfers are private to Soca Islands and are organised in groups based on flight times. Sometimes this means a short wait at the airport until other flights arrive.
There are no scheduled activities on the final day, so feel free to book your departure at your own convenience.
We recommend arriving before 3 pm on Day 1 to make it in time for the welcome event. But don’t worry no matter when you land, we’ll have an airport transfer ready for you.
Please Refer to your government’s travel advice or consult your local consulate. Remember, passport and visa requirements can change, so make sure to stay updated.
Excluding alcohol, we suggest budgeting around USD $40.00 per day for extras.
While we’re not medical professionals, we want to help you prepare for a safe and healthy adventure. Here are some tips:
- Consult with a healthcare professional: Schedule an appointment with your travel nurse or doctor at least eight weeks before your adventure to get any necessary vaccines or medications.
- Up-to-date medical advice:
- US residents: Check the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website.
- UK residents: Visit the NHS Fit For Travel website.
- Australian residents: Refer to the Smart Traveler Health website.
3. Government travel advice:
- US residents: Consult the US Department of State Travel Advice.
- UK residents: Check the FCDO Travel Advice.
- Australian residents: Visit the Smart Traveler website.
4. Medication tips: If you take prescription medication, bring enough to last the entire trip, plus a few extra days in case of delays. Carry a copy of your prescription in case you need to visit a clinic abroad.
We hope this helps you prepare for a safe and enjoyable adventure.
Please keep in mind that our itinerary, activities, and hotels might change. These adjustments could happen with little notice due to factors like availability, weather conditions, seasonal shifts, or other circumstances beyond our control. Rest assured, we always aim to minimise any impact on your experience. Occasionally, we may tweak the itinerary to try out fresh ideas and keep the adventure exciting.
We believe solo travelers shouldn’t have to pay extra to explore the world. That’s why our group trips are designed around shared accommodation and do not include a single supplement. Solo travelers joining our group trips are paired in twin or multi-share rooms with another traveler of the same sex for the duration of the trip.
Some of our Independent trips are structured differently. For these itineraries, solo travelers will need to book at the single occupancy rate.
Tips are not included in the cost of this tour. Remember, tipping is entirely at your discretion and based on what you feel comfortable with.
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