10-DAY LUXURY JAPAN CULTURE JOURNEY: TOKYO, KYOTO & HAKONE

Arrive in Tokyo and transfer privately to your hotel. The remainder of the day is kept light, allowing time to rest or take a gentle walk nearby as you begin to absorb the rhythm of the city.

Today’s highlights:

• Private airport transfer

• First impressions of Tokyo

• Relaxed evening at leisure

Explore Tokyo’s layered identity with a private guide, beginning at historic shrines before moving through contrasting neighbourhoods that reveal the city’s evolution from Edo roots to modern capital.
 

Today’s highlights:

• Guided visit to a historic shrine

• Walk through traditional districts

• Insight into Tokyo’s cultural contrasts

Discover Tokyo’s refined side through curated shopping and design districts, with time to explore Japanese craftsmanship, beauty culture, and contemporary fashion alongside classic department stores.
 

Today’s highlights:

• Curated shopping and design exploration

• Japanese beauty and lifestyle culture

• Flexible afternoon to explore independently

Travel by bullet train to Kyoto, watching the landscape shift from city to countryside. Upon arrival, settle into your hotel and enjoy a quiet evening in Japan’s cultural heart.
 

Today’s highlights:

• Shinkansen journey to Kyoto

• Scenic countryside views

• Gentle introduction to Kyoto

Begin early with a private guided visit to Kyoto’s iconic temples and gardens, experiencing their calm before the crowds arrive. The afternoon allows time to wander historic neighbourhoods at an unhurried pace.
 

Today’s highlights:

• Private guided temple visits

• Early access to serene gardens

• Walk through preserved districts

Delve deeper into Kyoto’s traditions through quieter sites and everyday rituals, gaining insight into the rhythms that continue to shape local life.
 

Today’s highlights:

• Cultural immersion with expert guide

• Traditional neighbourhood exploration

• Refined local lunch experience

Travel towards Hakone, where mountains, forests, and hot springs replace city streets. Arrive at your ryokan and begin to slow the pace of the journey.
 

Today’s highlights:

• Scenic journey into nature

• Arrival in Hakone

• Onsen bathing experience

Spend the day immersed in Hakone’s natural landscapes, with views across lakes and forests and time to enjoy the calm of your surroundings.
 

Today’s highlights:

• Lake and mountain scenery

• Time for reflection and rest

• Traditional ryokan hospitality

Return to Tokyo for a final evening, with time for last-minute shopping or a special farewell dinner.
 

Today’s highlights:

• Return journey to Tokyo

• Final exploration or dining

• Unhurried final night

Private transfer to the airport for onward travel.