No trip to Japan is complete without a visit to the coast, and this 14-day tour will present you with the best of this island country. Delicious seafood, warm hospitality, and magnificent vistas are yours while you make your way from Tokyo to Kanazawa with a blend of leisure time and guided explorations.
Customizable Itinerary
Day 1
Tokyo – A City of Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow
Your gateway into Japan is the unparalleled metropolitan center of Tokyo, Japan’s largest city and an excellent ambassador for the charm and buoyancy of this charismatic culture. In Tokyo, a relentless focus on the future comes together with meticulous preservation of the past, and all this will be yours to enjoy as you arrive at the city’s Narita international airport. After a private transfer, you will arrive at your conveniently located hotel for the remainder of the day to enjoy at leisure.
What's Included:
Day 2
Tokyo – Stepping Into the City on a Walking Tour
Day 3
Tokyo – A Unparalleled Kabuki Performance
Day 4
Tokyo – Day Trip to the Center of Shinto Significance
Day 5
Hakone – Standing in the Shadow of Mt. Fuji
Day 6
Hakone – Basking in Lakeside Splendor
Day 7
Kyoto – The Beating Heart of Japanese Culture
Day 8
Kyoto – A Trip to the Nishiki Market
Day 9
Kyoto – Roll Up Your Sleeves on a Cooking Course
Day 10
Kyoto – Witnessing Japan's War Torn Past
Day 11
Kanazawa – Charting Your Own Course on Japan's Coast
Day 12
Kanazawa – Exploring the City's Contemporary Art Museum
Day 13
Kanazawa – Touring a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Day 14
Kanazawa – A Japanese Departure
Trip Highlights
- Dive into the expansive city center of Tokyo, Japan's capital and your portal to the rich culture and historic heritage of this legendary country
- Witness Tokyo's thriving seafood trade on a trip to the Tsukiji fish market where the abundance produce from Japan's fisheries is proudly displayed
- Enjoy a performance of the traditional Japanese Kabuki theater where the intricate costumes and vibrant makeup combine for a memorable evening
- Stroll through the temples, gardens, and shrines of Nikko with a private tour of this city sacred to both followers of Buddhist and Shinto traditions
- Amble along the colorful boulevards and cobbled alleys of the Hachimangu shrine where centuries of history will be at your fingertips
- Stand in the shadow of Japan's most famous mountain at Hakone where you will be able to enjoy a lush region laced with waterfalls and lakes and with breathtaking panoramas of Mt. Fuji
- Immerse yourself in the living treasure chest that is Kyoto, where around every corner you will find outstanding examples of Japanese culture, architecture, and history
- Visit one of Kyoto's most impressive UNESCO Heritage sites at the massive Daitoku-ji where you can encounter the customary tea ceremony and practice your own mindfulness
- Enjoy the superb vistas and panoramas of the coastline from the charming city of Kanazawa where numerous restaurants compete to present you with the best tasting seafood
Starting Price
$25,300 per person (excluding international flights)
What's Included
- Accommodations
- In-country transportation
- Some or all activities and tours
- Expert trip planning
- 24x7 support during your trip
Your final trip cost will vary based on your selected accommodations, activities, meals, and other trip elements that you opt to include.
Reviews of Zicasso's Referral Service
4.84 stars based on 653 reviews.
The trip was fantastic. The communication with Zicasso's travel agency was excellent. Everything worked out as planned and all expectations were exceeded.
Reviewed By Kenneth A.
Zicasso's travel expert was wonderful. She made great suggestions that were nuanced for our preferences. She was also very quick to respond to my emails.
Reviewed By James O.
Overall, we had the most informative and enjoyable trip of a lifetime.
Two people in particular should be commended. One of our Zicasso trip planners provided excellent pre-trip advice. He promptly responded to all of our emails and made itinerary changes when we requested them. Our first guide was the most incredible human being; prompt, kind, generous, and efficient. Her restaurant selections were all five-star. The information she provided was most enlightening. She was careful to explain, in advance, our daily activities, including important timelines.
Reviewed By Theresa H.
We just returned from a fantastic trip to Japan, our third family adventure with Zicasso. Our travel company provided excellent support throughout the planning process and outstanding resources for use during our trip. The accommodations in three cities were amazing and the mix of one-day guides, plus flexibility to wander and discover on our own, was ideal. Our entire experience was seamless. Thank you!
Reviewed By madelyn A.
Zicasso's travel specialist and her team planned an absolutely outstanding 16-day trip for me and my family. We visited Tokyo, Ghibli Park (near Nagoya), Kanazawa, Kyoto (with day trips to Nara and Osaka), and then wrapped things up with two nights at a beautiful and luxurious ryokan in Hakone.
Communication leading up to the trip was clear and efficient, and whenever we had a question during the trip, we were able to get quick answers from our travel company's rep in Japan.
I would absolutely book another trip with this company.
Reviewed By Max R.
As a family of four with a deep passion for travel, visiting Japan had been on our bucket list for years, and this year, we indulged ourselves with a Zicasso trip. It was nothing short of magical!
From the very start, the planning process was thoughtful and personalized, and the detailed preparation we received before our departure made us feel confident and excited.
Once we arrived, every part of the trip felt curated with care to our needs and family interests, with our personal highlight the origami experience our son had been dreaming about!
From biking through the vibrant streets of Tokyo to soaking in the beauty of the bamboo forest in Arashiyama to walking through the living history of Kyoto or admiring the Osaka Castle, every day of the trip was unique!
A special thank you to the Zicasso travel company's entire team, who were always just a message away. When we had to adjust cities and accommodations due to our flight schedule mid-trip, our travel specialist stepped in with calm and expert support, turning what could have been a stressful situation into a smooth transition. We truly felt cared for every step of the way.
Whether it was indulging in sushi at nearly every turn, embracing our inner geeks at Nintendo World (not even the rain could stop us!), or simply being present in the magic that is Japan, this Zicasso trip was unforgettable!
Reviewed By Rica T.
