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Essence of Japan
£5,396 per person*
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Marvelling at the harmonious contrast of Japan’s old and new. Enjoying three exhilarating rides on the modern marvel that is the bullet train. Experiencing a traditional Japanese tea ceremony in Kyoto, the country’s ancient capital (and birthplace of this refined ritual).
Ancient and ultra-modern sit shoulder to shoulder in Japan. On this Japan itinerary, we’ll experience both over two weeks, exploring high-paced cities, hushed shrines and temples, and serene gardens. We’ll attend a traditional tea ceremony, learn a little about geisha and samurai culture, catch a glimpse of Mount Fuji and whizz between cities on the sleek, slick Shinkansen (bullet train). Our Japan tours travel in spring, when cherry blossoms and hydrangea bloom; in summer, when you can time your tour with the fascinating Gion Festival; and in autumn, when maple trees are a blaze of fiery red and orange. In April and October, some dates coincide with the colourful Takayama Festival, and May and September also offer opportunities to experience a Sumo wrestling tournament. Which will you choose?
What's Included
- Meals: 33 meals (12 breakfasts and 1 lunch)
- Accommodation: 12 nights in hotels and 1 in flight
- Excursions & Visits: 17 excursions and visits
- City tours of Tokyo, Kanazawa (including Kenroku-en Garden), and Kyoto
- Mount Fuji Visitor Centre
- Visits to Matsumoto Castle, Shirakawago Village, Miyajima Island and Nara (including Todaiji Temple and Nara Park)
- Sake tasting at a traditional brewery
- Walking tours of Takayama and Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park
- Three journeys on the bullet train
- Traditional tea ceremony
- Lake Ashi cruise
- Cable car to the Owakudani Valley and hot springs
- Tour Manager: Titan local representative (selected hours) and local expert rangers for safaris
- Transport from the UK: International flights. Prices are based on return flights with British Airways or Japan Airlines from London Heathrow.
- Free Time: 1 days free time. Enjoy time to explore independently, relax at your hotel, join our optional excursions or ask your tour manager for their recommendations.
- Portable audio: Headset system on excursions
Prices from £5,396 per person* price based on two adults sharing a room. Departing on Thursday 19th March 2026 from London Heathrow.
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