You will start in Tokyo which was the seat of the military government during the Edo Period (1603 to 1868). On the second day of your tour your private guide will meet you in the lobby of your hotel and will show you Tokyo based on your interests. You will then head to Yudanaka where you will get a chance to meet Japanese monkeys in their wild habitat. Later refresh yourself and enjoy a traditional meal in a hot spring ryokan. Many of Japan’s artisans are from this area so you will travel to Kanazawa to see Kenrokuen Garden, one of Japan’s best. Rural Japan will be your next visit as you take a day trip to Shirakawa-go filled with thatched-roof farmhouses.
You will then head north to Takayama to see a well-preserved merchant street and morning market. For the next day you can stay in Takayama area and take a cycling tour in rural Takayama or head to Gero Onsen to stay at a hot spring ryokan.
The samurai capital was in Edo but the imperial capital remained in Kyoto, your next destination. Here you will explore the streets where the emperor and other aristocrats played and worshiped. In Kyoto we include a traditional tea ceremony and a private local guide for your second day in Kyoto. From the ancient capital, we invite you to take a day trip to Osaka, most famous for its inhabitants and local cuisine. Nara was the capital of Japan before Kyoto was founded so we also include a day trip. You will then head back to Tokyo to prepare for your flight home.
This tour can be fully customized.
The itinerary below is an example of a Classical custom tour.
Price per person based on double occupancy for two travelers:
Classical: from US$5,540
Superior: from US$8,630
Luxury: price upon request
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If you like modern art, architecture and you’re planning a trip to Japan then this tour is for you!
Our Modern Art & Architecture Japan Tour is a journey through the master pieces of Ando Tadao, Jun Aoki, Yayoi Kusama just to name a few.
Your tour is completely customizable so please do not hesitate to ask for changes like if you wish to visit a specific site or special event. Since this is a custom tour don’t hesitate to contact us if you would like to visit a specific site or arrange a special event.
Accommodations are selected based on your taste for art, for example on Naoshima Island you will stay at Benesse House Hotel, in Osaka the W Osaka and similar accommodations in other destinations.
The tour will start in Tokyo, then move to Kyoto with a day trip to Nara. Your next destination will be Naoshima Island before Awaji Island and it’s fantastic Yumebutai installation. Finally you will arrive in Osaka where Ando Tadao grew up and where you will find plenty of his work.
This is a tailor-made tour so feel free to ask any request to our Japan Travel Expert. At Rediscover Tours we will make sure you get the best modern art and Japanese architecture experience!
This tour can be fully customized.
The itinerary below is an example of a Classical custom tour.
Price per person based on double occupancy for two travelers:
Classical: from US$6,710
Superior: from US$9,220
Luxury: price upon request
Take this journey as an invitation to discover the beauty of traditional Japan and the less touristy island of Shodoshima. Starting in Osaka and then heading to Miyajima, Hiroshima, Kurashiki,… you will appreciate the Japanese culture and spirituality. To balance sightseeing days with some good rest you will stay at a hot spring ryokan in Iya Valley. You will have 3 days and 2 nights to fully enjoy Shodoshima, the Japanese Olive Island. Finally, you will have 3 days to enjoy Kyoto, the ancient capital at your pace before returning home with great memories.
This tour can be fully customized.
The itinerary below is an example of a Classical custom tour.
Price per person based on double occupancy for two travelers:
Classical: from US$6,720
Superior: from US$9,890
Luxury: price upon request
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Tokyo, once known as Edo and the seat of the Shogun’s government during the Edo Period, stands as the vibrant heart of the Kanto Region. Though it exudes a non-stop, super-modern ambiance, Tokyo’s rich traditions subtly persist, nestled between its towering skyscrapers and woven into the lives of its people.
Our 8-day Tokyo and Beyond Tour offers a captivating journey through both the contemporary capital and the historical facets of old Japan and Edo culture. This tour provides a unique opportunity to explore modern Tokyo alongside the playgrounds of the Shogunates. During the tour, you will visit Nikko, known for its ornate temple complex, and Hakone, known for amazing ryokan inns, hot spring baths (onsen), and kaiseki dinners.
Since this is an independent tour you will not have to worry about visiting places you have no interest in or sightseeing at a pace that is not right for you.
This tour can be fully customized.
The itinerary below is an example of a Classical custom tour.
Price per person based on double occupancy for two travelers:
Classical: from US$5,800
Superior: from US$6,580
Luxury: from US$9,750
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