Japan in Fall: Autumn Colors Tour With Mt. Fuji

Meet your private guide and begin your Tokyo exploration by public transportation. Stop at Tsukiji Outer Market first, wander through the lively alleys filled with seafood, street snacks, and traditional shops. It is one of the best places to take a glimpse into everyday Tokyo life and sample those authentic local delicacies.

Afterwards, travel to Shinjuku Gyoen for a peaceful walk through its Japanese and French-style gardens, where maples and plane trees display vivid shades of red and orange. Continue to the Omotesando and Harajuku area and enjoy the lively street culture at your own pace.

In the late afternoon, proceed to Roppongi Hills Mori Tower to capture those autumn colors scattered among the sweeping views of the Tokyo cityscape.

Today is at your leisure to explore Tokyo at your own pace.

You can head to Asakusa to experience a more traditional side of the city, where you can stroll along the retro Nakamise shopping street and make your wishes at Senso-ji, Tokyo's oldest Buddhist temple.

An optional experience-based activity in Tokyo is also recommended: a cooking class, a tea ceremony, a sumo watching, or a guided food walk to take a deeper insight into Japanese culture and daily life.

On the 4th day, escape the city and journey into the heart of Japan's autumn splendor as your driver whisks you away on a scenic 1.5-hour transfer to Mt. Fuji.

Upon arrival, stop at Arakurayama Sengen Park for its postcard-perfect view of Mount Fuji dyed colorful by vibrant fall foliage. Continue to the Maple Corridor (Momiji Kairo) near Lake Kawaguchi, the venue of the Fujikawaguchiko Autumn Leaves Festival, lined with rows of maple trees that turn brilliant shades of red and orange.

Next, capture the open views of Mt. Fuji and the lake from Oishi Park, complemented by autumn colors and seasonal flower displays, weather permitting.

Conclude your adventure with a ride on the Hakone Tozan Switchback Train from Odawara to Gora, winding through mountains painted in rich autumn tones. Finally, your private vehicle will escort you to your hotel in Hakone.

Enjoy a relaxing morning in Hakone and explore this mountainous retreat at your own pace, whether to slow down your pace in the soothing hot springs, or join the scenic cruise on Lake Ashi. While looking for some unique fun in Hakone's volcanic landscape, take the Hakone Ropeway and visit the steaming Owakudani Valley for its special hot spring boiled black eggs.

Continue your Japan autumn trip to Kyoto with your guide on a scenic hike up Mount Inari, and follow those thousands of vermilion torii gates to the sacred Fushimi Inari-Taisha.

Next, capture the panoramic views over Kyoto from Kiyomizu-dera, a UNESCO World Heritage Site where you can take time to walk along the nearby Ninenzaka and Sannenzaka streets, charming historic lanes lined with traditional shops, cafes, and artisan boutiques for your drop by.

Then, following some cultural experience in Kyoto's geisha neighborhood, Gion. Slip into a kimono, and step inside a traditional Machiya house for an authentic Japanese tea ceremony (shared tour). Watch a tea master perform the graceful art of matcha preparation, then savor your freshly whisked tea alongside delicate wagashi sweets.

Today, escape to Arashiyama with your English-speaking guide for a leisurely wander beneath the golden autumn glow.

Walk through the evergreen Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, whose towering stalks sway gently in the crisp breeze like a whispering symphony. Just beyond, the Togetsukyo Bridge offers a picture-perfect view of the Katsura River, framed by the Arashi mountains lit in colors of crimson, amber, and gold.

Next, see another contrast between the delicate temple garden and the ancient Tenryu-ji. Then, board the Sagano Scenic Railway to pass through forests painted in brilliant reds, oranges, and yellows. Prepare your camera well for the nice shot before heading back to your hotel!