Golden Route, Japan
Explore the best of Japan's highlights on this immersive 7-day journey
Currency
Japanese Yen (¥)
Climate
Subtropical to temperate with distinct seasonal changes
Best Season
March–May (Cherry Blossom) & October–November (Autumn Foliage)
Languages
Japanese
Time Zone
JST (UTC+9)
Driving Side
Left
Everything You Need to Know
Embark on a magnificent 7-day tour of Japan, starting in Osaka. This package covers a curated route highlighting key cultural sights, bullet train experiences, local culinary delicacies, and historical landmarks. Perfect for families, first-time visitors, and seasoned travelers seeking a seamless, well-organized itinerary.
Your Golden Route, Japan Journey
A day-by-day breakdown of your adventure — follow the road to discover what awaits at every stop.
Day 1Osaka
Arrival Flight Details: TBAWelcome to JapanProceed for immigrations and Baggage Claim. Collect your bags, Meet local Representative at the AirportPrivate Transfer from KIX airport to City hotel – OsakaOn arrival Check-in at the Pre-Booked Hotel. Complete check in formalitiesEvening at leisure – before dinner some free timeDinner at Indian RestaurantOvernight stay in Osaka
- Arrival Flight Details: TBAWelcome to JapanProceed for immigrations and Baggage Claim
- Collect your bags, Meet local Representative at the AirportPrivate Transfer from KIX airport to City hotel – OsakaOn arrival Check-in at the Pre-Booked Hotel
- Complete check in formalitiesEvening at leisure – before dinner some free timeDinner at Indian RestaurantOvernight stay in Osaka
Day 1Osaka
Arrival Flight Details: TBAWelcome to JapanProceed for immigrations and Baggage Claim. Collect your bags, Meet local Representative at the AirportPrivate Transfer from KIX airport to City hotel – OsakaOn arrival Check-in at the Pre-Booked Hotel. Complete check in formalitiesEvening at leisure – before dinner some free timeDinner at Indian RestaurantOvernight stay in Osaka
- Arrival Flight Details: TBAWelcome to JapanProceed for immigrations and Baggage Claim
- Collect your bags, Meet local Representative at the AirportPrivate Transfer from KIX airport to City hotel – OsakaOn arrival Check-in at the Pre-Booked Hotel
- Complete check in formalitiesEvening at leisure – before dinner some free timeDinner at Indian RestaurantOvernight stay in Osaka
Day 2Osaka - Kyoto & Nara Tour ~ Arashiyama, Golden Pavillion, Imperial Palace, Tōdaiji Temple, Deer park
01 bag per person not exceeding 23 kgs. will be couriered to Tokyo hotel. Prepare a bag for overnight stay and keep all necessary medicines, prescription etc. in itPick up from Hotel @0900 HrsArashiyama Bamboo Forest, Walk through this serene bamboo grove, a hallmark of Kyoto's natural beautyKinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion), admire this stunning Zen temple covered in gold leaf, surrounded by a beautiful gardenStop for LunchAfter lunch, we proceed towards NaraVisit Tōdai-ji Temple - the world's largest wooden structure; home to the Great Buddha (*No Entrance)Nara Deer Park - Interact with friendly deer roaming freely in this historic parkAfter completing Nara tour, we shall return to OsakaDinner at Indian restaurantOvernight stay at Hotel in Osaka
- 01 bag per person not exceeding 23 kgs
- will be couriered to Tokyo hotel
- Prepare a bag for overnight stay and keep all necessary medicines, prescription etc
- in itPick up from Hotel @0900 HrsArashiyama Bamboo Forest, Walk through this serene bamboo grove, a hallmark of Kyoto's natural beautyKinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion), admire this stunning Zen temple covered in gold leaf, surrounded by a beautiful gardenStop for LunchAfter lunch, we proceed towards NaraVisit Tōdai-ji Temple - the world's largest wooden structure; home to the Great Buddha (*No Entrance)Nara Deer Park - Interact with friendly deer roaming freely in this historic parkAfter completing Nara tour, we shall return to OsakaDinner at Indian restaurantOvernight stay at Hotel in Osaka
Day 2Osaka - Kyoto & Nara Tour ~ Arashiyama, Golden Pavillion, Imperial Palace, Tōdaiji Temple, Deer park
01 bag per person not exceeding 23 kgs. will be couriered to Tokyo hotel. Prepare a bag for overnight stay and keep all necessary medicines, prescription etc. in itPick up from Hotel @0900 HrsArashiyama Bamboo Forest, Walk through this serene bamboo grove, a hallmark of Kyoto's natural beautyKinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion), admire this stunning Zen temple covered in gold leaf, surrounded by a beautiful gardenStop for LunchAfter lunch, we proceed towards NaraVisit Tōdai-ji Temple - the world's largest wooden structure; home to the Great Buddha (*No Entrance)Nara Deer Park - Interact with friendly deer roaming freely in this historic parkAfter completing Nara tour, we shall return to OsakaDinner at Indian restaurantOvernight stay at Hotel in Osaka
- 01 bag per person not exceeding 23 kgs
- will be couriered to Tokyo hotel
- Prepare a bag for overnight stay and keep all necessary medicines, prescription etc
- in itPick up from Hotel @0900 HrsArashiyama Bamboo Forest, Walk through this serene bamboo grove, a hallmark of Kyoto's natural beautyKinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion), admire this stunning Zen temple covered in gold leaf, surrounded by a beautiful gardenStop for LunchAfter lunch, we proceed towards NaraVisit Tōdai-ji Temple - the world's largest wooden structure; home to the Great Buddha (*No Entrance)Nara Deer Park - Interact with friendly deer roaming freely in this historic parkAfter completing Nara tour, we shall return to OsakaDinner at Indian restaurantOvernight stay at Hotel in Osaka
Day 3Osaka/ Hiroshima - Osaka tour ~Osaka Castle, Dotonbori & Shinsaibashi-Suji / Shinkansen Bullet train to Hiroshima
Pick up from Hotel @0900 HrsOsaka Castle - the most famous landmarks in JapanStop for LunchDotonbori District (Shinsaibashi-Suji Shopping Street) - hotspot for touristsClick a picture with the iconic Glico Man, shot from under Ebisubashi bridge, a famous Osaka picture spotAfter shopping, drop off to Shin Osaka stationShin Osaka station to Hiroshima station in Bullet Train - ShinkansenUpon reaching Hiroshima, pick up from station & transfer to Indian restaurantDinner at local Indian restaurantReach hotel & complete check in formalitiesOvernight stay at Hotel in Osaka
- Explore local attractions and historical landmarks
- Enjoy local dining and sightseeing options
Day 3Osaka/ Hiroshima - Osaka tour ~Osaka Castle, Dotonbori & Shinsaibashi-Suji / Shinkansen Bullet train to Hiroshima
Pick up from Hotel @0900 HrsOsaka Castle - the most famous landmarks in JapanStop for LunchDotonbori District (Shinsaibashi-Suji Shopping Street) - hotspot for touristsClick a picture with the iconic Glico Man, shot from under Ebisubashi bridge, a famous Osaka picture spotAfter shopping, drop off to Shin Osaka stationShin Osaka station to Hiroshima station in Bullet Train - ShinkansenUpon reaching Hiroshima, pick up from station & transfer to Indian restaurantDinner at local Indian restaurantReach hotel & complete check in formalitiesOvernight stay at Hotel in Osaka
- Explore local attractions and historical landmarks
- Enjoy local dining and sightseeing options
Day 4Hiroshima/ Tokyo - Hiroshima and Miyajima Day Tour ~Miyajima, Peace memorial, Bomb Dome / Shinkansen BT to Tokyo
After breakfast, check out from HotelPick up from Hotel and transfer to Hiroshima ferry terminalFerry transfer to Itsukushima ShrineItsukushima Shrine - best known for its "floating" torii gateSee wild deer in MiyajimaReturn to Hiroshima main Island, ferry transferProceed to Hiroshima Peace Memorial MuseumAtomic Bomb Dome (Hiroshima Memorial Park), Children's Peace Monument, Flame of PeaceAfter tour ends, Proceed to Hiroshima StationHiroshima station to Tokyo station Bullet trainPick up from Tokyo Station and transfer to restaurantDinner at local Indian restaurantDrop off to hotel, collect bags and complete check in formalitiesOvernight stay at hotel in Tokyo
- Explore local attractions and historical landmarks
- Enjoy local dining and sightseeing options
Day 4Hiroshima/ Tokyo - Hiroshima and Miyajima Day Tour ~Miyajima, Peace memorial, Bomb Dome / Shinkansen BT to Tokyo
After breakfast, check out from HotelPick up from Hotel and transfer to Hiroshima ferry terminalFerry transfer to Itsukushima ShrineItsukushima Shrine - best known for its "floating" torii gateSee wild deer in MiyajimaReturn to Hiroshima main Island, ferry transferProceed to Hiroshima Peace Memorial MuseumAtomic Bomb Dome (Hiroshima Memorial Park), Children's Peace Monument, Flame of PeaceAfter tour ends, Proceed to Hiroshima StationHiroshima station to Tokyo station Bullet trainPick up from Tokyo Station and transfer to restaurantDinner at local Indian restaurantDrop off to hotel, collect bags and complete check in formalitiesOvernight stay at hotel in Tokyo
- Explore local attractions and historical landmarks
- Enjoy local dining and sightseeing options
Day 5Tokyo - Mt Fuji and Hakone Tour by coach ~ Oshino Hakkai, Ōwakudani, Hakone Ropeway, Hakone Ship
Pick up from hotel and Visit Oshino Hakkai Village @0730 HrsOshino Hakkai (Springs of Mt. Fuji), a must-visit tourist spotŌwakudani - an active volcanic valley, Famous for its black eggs (**weather permitting)Stop for Lunch at Indian RestaurantHakone Ropeway cable car and go sightseeing around the Ōwakudani Valley (*weather permitting)Hakone Pirate Ship on Ashinoko Lake (*weather permitting)Dinner at Indian restaurantReturn to Tokyo, Reach hotel, free time for own activitiesOvernight stay in Tokyo
- Pick up from hotel and Visit Oshino Hakkai Village @0730 HrsOshino Hakkai (Springs of Mt
- Fuji), a must-visit tourist spotŌwakudani - an active volcanic valley, Famous for its black eggs (**weather permitting)Stop for Lunch at Indian RestaurantHakone Ropeway cable car and go sightseeing around the Ōwakudani Valley (*weather permitting)Hakone Pirate Ship on Ashinoko Lake (*weather permitting)Dinner at Indian restaurantReturn to Tokyo, Reach hotel, free time for own activitiesOvernight stay in Tokyo
Day 5Tokyo - Mt Fuji and Hakone Tour by coach ~ Oshino Hakkai, Ōwakudani, Hakone Ropeway, Hakone Ship
Pick up from hotel and Visit Oshino Hakkai Village @0730 HrsOshino Hakkai (Springs of Mt. Fuji), a must-visit tourist spotŌwakudani - an active volcanic valley, Famous for its black eggs (**weather permitting)Stop for Lunch at Indian RestaurantHakone Ropeway cable car and go sightseeing around the Ōwakudani Valley (*weather permitting)Hakone Pirate Ship on Ashinoko Lake (*weather permitting)Dinner at Indian restaurantReturn to Tokyo, Reach hotel, free time for own activitiesOvernight stay in Tokyo
- Pick up from hotel and Visit Oshino Hakkai Village @0730 HrsOshino Hakkai (Springs of Mt
- Fuji), a must-visit tourist spotŌwakudani - an active volcanic valley, Famous for its black eggs (**weather permitting)Stop for Lunch at Indian RestaurantHakone Ropeway cable car and go sightseeing around the Ōwakudani Valley (*weather permitting)Hakone Pirate Ship on Ashinoko Lake (*weather permitting)Dinner at Indian restaurantReturn to Tokyo, Reach hotel, free time for own activitiesOvernight stay in Tokyo
Day 6Tokyo - Tokyo City Tour ~Asakusa (Sensoji), Nakamise, Sumida River, Tokyo Skytree
Pick up from Hotel @0900 HrsAsakusa Kannon Temple (Sensoji ) - Tokyo's oldest and iconic templeStop at Kaminarimon "Thunder Gate". Capture photos of this iconic entrance to Sensō-ji TempleExplore Nakamise Shopping Street. Shop for traditional souvenirs and snacks along this bustling streetStop for LunchSumida River Cruise from AsakusaTokyo Skytree - Tembo deck 350 mReturn to Hotel and free time for own activitiesDinner at Indian restaurantOvernight stay at Hotel in Tokyo
- Pick up from Hotel @0900 HrsAsakusa Kannon Temple (Sensoji ) - Tokyo's oldest and iconic templeStop at Kaminarimon "Thunder Gate"
- Capture photos of this iconic entrance to Sensō-ji TempleExplore Nakamise Shopping Street
- Shop for traditional souvenirs and snacks along this bustling streetStop for LunchSumida River Cruise from AsakusaTokyo Skytree - Tembo deck 350 mReturn to Hotel and free time for own activitiesDinner at Indian restaurantOvernight stay at Hotel in Tokyo
Day 6Tokyo - Tokyo City Tour ~Asakusa (Sensoji), Nakamise, Sumida River, Tokyo Skytree
Pick up from Hotel @0900 HrsAsakusa Kannon Temple (Sensoji ) - Tokyo's oldest and iconic templeStop at Kaminarimon "Thunder Gate". Capture photos of this iconic entrance to Sensō-ji TempleExplore Nakamise Shopping Street. Shop for traditional souvenirs and snacks along this bustling streetStop for LunchSumida River Cruise from AsakusaTokyo Skytree - Tembo deck 350 mReturn to Hotel and free time for own activitiesDinner at Indian restaurantOvernight stay at Hotel in Tokyo
- Pick up from Hotel @0900 HrsAsakusa Kannon Temple (Sensoji ) - Tokyo's oldest and iconic templeStop at Kaminarimon "Thunder Gate"
- Capture photos of this iconic entrance to Sensō-ji TempleExplore Nakamise Shopping Street
- Shop for traditional souvenirs and snacks along this bustling streetStop for LunchSumida River Cruise from AsakusaTokyo Skytree - Tembo deck 350 mReturn to Hotel and free time for own activitiesDinner at Indian restaurantOvernight stay at Hotel in Tokyo
Day 7Tokyo - Free time till Check out or flight time
Tokyo city hotel to NRT/HND Airport private transferDeparture Flight : TBA
- Explore local attractions and historical landmarks
- Enjoy local dining and sightseeing options
Day 7Tokyo - Free time till Check out or flight time
Tokyo city hotel to NRT/HND Airport private transferDeparture Flight : TBA
- Explore local attractions and historical landmarks
- Enjoy local dining and sightseeing options
Top Things to Do in Golden Route, Japan
Shinkansen Bullet Train
Experience Japan's high-speed train, linking key cities with incredible punctuality and comfort.
Traditional Tea Ceremony
Immerse yourself in the Zen practice of preparing and sipping ceremonial matcha in a tatami room.
Sushi & Kaiseki Cuisine
Indulge in seasonal culinary masterpieces, from street food stalls to multi-course kaiseki banquets.
Temple & Shrine Visits
Discover centuries of spiritual heritage at magnificent Shinto shrines and Buddhist temples.
Onsen Hot Springs
Relax and unwind in volcanic, mineral-rich hot springs with beautiful scenic views.
Essential Tips for Golden Route, Japan
Know before you go — practical advice to make your trip smooth and memorable.
Regional JR Rail Pass: Consider a regional pass to save significantly on Shinkansen bullet train routes.
IC Card Setup: Download a mobile IC card (Suica/Pasmo) for seamless local bus and subway tap-ins.
Carry Cash: Many small shrines, temple entrance counters, and local street stalls do not accept credit cards.
Etiquette & Tipping: Good service is standard; tipping is not practiced and may cause confusion.
Footwear Manners: Wear slip-on shoes since you'll take them off frequently at temples and traditional ryokans.
Pocket Wi-Fi / eSIM: Pre-order a pocket Wi-Fi or eSIM to stay connected with navigation maps during your trip.
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Tour Duration
6 Nights / 7 Days