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Small Group Tours Japan.

Visit destinations like Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, Mount Fuji, Hiroshima, Nara.

Japan is a very modern country with extremely polite and correct people. The country is located on the ring of fire and has "learned to live" with volcanoes, earthquakes and tsunamis. When eating out you should try Japanese sushi, "udon" noodles and (strong) sake rice wine. There is a lot to see between Hokkaido, Kyoto, Tokyo and Okinawa, in any season.

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Small Group Tour with More Flexibility

Small Group tours are organised group tours with a smaller bus. You will travel between destinations together with others. The tour guide is onboard to give background information about places you visit and make this a very pleasant journey for all participants. These tours are more flexible and may even use public transportation.

Top Destinations in Japan.

Below are our most visited cities, destinations and national parks in Japan. Click on the city for more details of the destination.

Tokyo

Tokyo (59)

The Tokyo metropolitan area with 30 million people is probably the largest city in the world. You can find the best hotels, the finest restaurants and the most luxury cars, watches, clothes, just as electronics etc here. There is also lots of night life, some great temples and the world famous fish market (for the best sushi).

Kyoto

Kyoto (58)

Kyoto is the former capital of Japan and - even though it is a large and modern city, it feels small and traditional. You can find lots of temples, kimonos and geishas, all you need for some great pictures. Between Kyoto and Osaka is Nara, another former capital worth visiting.

Osaka

Osaka (35)

Osaka is the 2nd largest city of Japan with a large harbour. Tourists may like the Osaka Castle, Large Wheel and Aquarium with a whale shark.

Hiroshima

Hiroshima (29)

Hiroshima is by foreigners known for one thing: the nuclear bomb that was dropped by the US Americans on August 16th, 1945 with the intention to end the 2nd world war. The city recovered, but monuments are still visible.

Mount Fuji

Mount Fuji (27)

Mount Fuji is the highest mountain / active volcano in Japan, standing at 3,776 m. It is commonly known as one of the most famous cultural icons of Japan. Many Japanese and Tourists cliomb the volcano.

Hakone

Hakone (17)

Hakone is a small city over a larger area. It features many hot springs and is home to lake Ashi, where (pirate) cruise ships can offer a great view of Mt. Fuji.

Sapporo

Sapporo (10)

Sapporo, capital of the mountainous northern Japanese island of Hokkaido, is famous for its beer, skiing and annual snow festival featuring enormous ice sculptures. Sapporo was also the host for the 1972 Winter Olympics.

Kamakura

Kamakura (5)

Kamakura was "the capital" of Japan from 1185 to 1333. Kamakura is a popular domestic tourist destination in Japan as a coastal city with a high number of seasonal festivals, as well as ancient Buddhist and Shinto shrines and temples. Kamakura is known among Buddhists for having been the cradle of Nichiren Buddhism during the 13th century.

 

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We have 7 tour operators that conduct 66 group tours and private tours to Japan with duration 5 - 24 Days and rates starting at USD 1,333.00.

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Japan: Castles & Cuisine (G Adventures)
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Japan: Castles & Cuisine

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Now's the time to explore Japan on your terms with this tour that's affordable for young travellers. Transport yourself to somewhere truly otherworldly on this quick, affordable six-day tour through some of Japan's most dynamic and diverse cities. Immerse...

From/To
Kyoto ⇒ Osaka
Countries
Japan
Operator

Starting at

USD 1,349.00


6 Days

Next Departure
04-May-20251
08-May-20254+
 
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Japan: Tokyo Nights & Kyoto Temples (G Adventures)
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Japan: Tokyo Nights & Kyoto Temples

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Now's the time to explore Japan on your terms with this tour that's affordable for young travellers. Connect with Japan old and new on this six-day tour that takes you to the country's most iconic cities. Experience everything from the bustling energy of ...

From/To
Tokyo ⇒ Kyoto
Countries
Japan
Operator

Starting at

USD 1,349.00


6 Days

Next Departure
15-May-20254+
22-May-20252
 
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Korea to Japan: Epic Eats & Bright City Lights (G Adventures)
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Korea to Japan: Epic Eats & Bright City Lights

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Group Tour

From historic streets, eccentric pop scenes, exciting arcades, and buzzing fish markets, Japan and South Korea are two of the most unique countries on Earth. Visit some of the most epic places these two countries have to offer on an unforgettable adventur...

From/To
Seoul ⇒ Kyoto
Countries
Japan, South Korea
Operator

Starting at

USD 3,299.00


15 Days

Next Departure
22-May-20252
05-Jun-2025
 
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Japan Express – Osaka to Tokyo (G Adventures)
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Japan Express – Osaka to Tokyo

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From the Buddhist monks of Kōyasan to the high rollers of Tokyo, see the many faces of Japan on this condensed tour beginning in Osaka. Savour the region’s culinary delicacies and the beautiful views at Mt Fuji. You'll stay in a mountain temple and really...

From/To
Osaka ⇒ Tokyo
Countries
Japan
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Starting at

USD 3,499.00


9 Days

Next Departure
03-May-20251
05-May-20254+
 
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Active Japan: Hokkaido Adventure (G Adventures)
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Active Japan: Hokkaido Adventure

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Hokkaido may be Japan’s second largest island, but it's brimming with adventure, best explored on your own two feet. This nine-day journey takes you through Hokkaido's stunning national parks during the island's temperate months. Trek through the wild bea...

From/To
Tokyo ⇒ Sapporo
Countries
Japan
Operator

Tour Variations:

Active Japan: Kyoto & Okinawa Island Hopping
Active Japan: Mt Fuji & Hokkaido
Active Japan: Kyoto to Tokyo Island Hopping
Active Japan: North to South Adventure

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USD 4,099.00


9 Days

Next Departure
15-May-2025
26-Jun-2025
 
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Back Roads of Japan (G Adventures)
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Back Roads of Japan

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Wander off the beaten path away from Japan's big cities and popular sites with this 11-day tour that takes you to destinations that are often overlooked. Visit the treasured castle of Matsumoto and learn about samurai culture, explore the quaint city of H...

From/To
Tokyo ⇒ Kyoto
Countries
Japan
Operator

Starting at

USD 4,249.00


11 Days

Next Departure
07-May-20253
10-May-2025
 
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Active Northern Japan: Winter in Hokkaido (G Adventures)
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Active Northern Japan: Winter in Hokkaido

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Step into a dreamscape as you experience the magic of Hokkaido in the heart of winter. These untouched landscapes turn even more dramatic, blanketed in fresh, powdery snow. Get ready to take trekking to the next level with a snowshoe adventure through the...

From/To
Tokyo ⇒ Sapporo
Countries
Japan
Operator

Tour Variations:

Active Northern Japan: Tokyo & Hokkaido
Active Northern Japan: Winter in Tokyo & Hokkaido

Starting at

USD 4,399.00


9 Days

Next Departure
29-Jan-2026
19-Feb-2026
 
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Seoul to Osaka: Beaches & Big Cities (G Adventures)
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Seoul to Osaka: Beaches & Big Cities

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Ready to see for yourself why Japan and South Korea are two of the most popular countries to visit? Yeah you are. On this three-week trip, you'll go off the beaten track and hit the highlights of both countries. Immerse yourself in a ryokan and hanok stay...

From/To
Seoul ⇒ Osaka
Countries
Japan, South Korea
Operator

Starting at

USD 4,499.00


20 Days

Next Departure
22-May-20252
05-Jun-2025
 
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Solo-ish Japan (G Adventures)
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Solo-ish Japan

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Japan is on everyone’s bucket list, but that doesn’t mean you need to wait for a travel buddy to book that ticket. This 11-day Solo-ish adventure makes exploring Japan on your own effortless, giving you just the right mix of time with your expert CEO and ...

From/To
Tokyo ⇒ Osaka
Countries
Japan
Operator

Starting at

USD 4,799.00


11 Days

Next Departure
25-Jul-20254+
25-Sep-2025
 
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Beijing to Tokyo: The Great Wall & Mt Fuji (G Adventures)
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Beijing to Tokyo: The Great Wall & Mt Fuji

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Explore two ancient nations in 16 well-packed days on this unique journey that takes you from the epic lengths of the Great Wall of China to the poetic views of Mt Fuji. Hop aboard trains and ferries and face an army of Terracotta Warriors for a historica...

From/To
Beijing ⇒ Tokyo
Countries
China, Japan
Operator

Starting at

USD 5,199.00


16 Days

Next Departure
16-May-20251
30-May-20251