Golden Route With Okinawa Vacation

Today, explore Tokyo's rich cultural heritage with your private guide by public transportation.

Start your day in historic Asakusa. Visit Senso-ji Temple, with vibrant, festive atmosphere fills the air from the very start of the morning. After passing through lively Nakamise Street, enjoy a rickshaw ride (30min) through the ancient streets, one of the best ways to visit Asakusa.

Afterward, see the elegant garden fusion between Japanese, English, and French landscape styles in Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden, then continue the natural tranquility at Meiji Shrine, surrounded by a lush forest in the heart of the city.

Enjoy a full day at leisure to explore Tokyo at your own pace. Optional activities at extra cost, including:

Option A: Guided Central Shopping Tour with English-speaking Driver
Spend a full day exploring Tokyo's shopping districts, such as Shinjuku or Ginza. Your private English-speaking driver will accompany you, providing convenience and insider tips while you shop and dine.

Option B: Odaiba Day Tour with Guide & Public Transportation
Explore futuristic Odaiba with an English-speaking guide by public transport. Visit Gundam Statue, entertainment complexes, and waterfront sights while learning about the local culture.

Today, travel to the scenic Mt. Fuji and Lake Kawaguchi region with your private guide in a comfortable vehicle.

Make your step linger at the photogenic Arakurayama Sengen Shrine, to find the best angle with its pagoda and spectacular views of Mt. Fuji. Continue to Lake Kawaguchi for a relaxing lake cruise with gentle breezes, surrounded by mountains and reflections for a harmonious scene.

After the boat ride, proceed to Hakone and check into a traditional onsen hotel. Enjoy the rest of the day unwinding in natural hot springs.

Explore the timeless beauty of Kyoto today with your private guide using public transportation.

Begin with a gentle hike to Fushimi Inari Taisha, along its thousands of vermilion torii gates framed like a tunnel. Continue to Nijo Castle to capture the delicate arts and buildings of the shogun lord while walking on its special nightingale floors.

Explore Kyoto's lively kitchen Nishiki Market for some local specialties by noon, and continue with a slip into a traditional kimono for the following tea ceremony (shared tour). Step by step, make your own cup of matcha tea with the master.

Discover Kyoto and its surroundings at leisure today. Below are some optional activities at extra cost:

Option A: Kyoto Attractions with Samurai & Ninja Museum (Self-guided Tour with Tickets Only)
Explore Kyoto's other highlights, such as Kiyomizu-dera. Take an interactive insight into Japan's warrior culture by visiting the Samurai & Ninja Museum, which includes a 1-hour guided tour, samurai costume dress-up, and ninja star throwing.

Option B: Private Guided Nara Day Trip
Take a guided day trip to Nara, home to friendly deer and the Great Buddha at Todai-ji Temple. Your English-speaking guide will assist with public transportation and provide cultural insights along the way.

Option C: Private Guided Arashiyama Day Trip
Capture Arashiyama's bamboo forest, scenic temples, and charming streets with an English-speaking guide. Travel by public transport while learning about the area's history and natural beauty.

Spend a full day experiencing the crystal-clear waters of the Kerama Islands on this guided snorkeling tour from Naha (shared tour).

Your day begins with a scenic boat ride. After arrival at Kerama, you can explore vibrant coral reefs and swim among tropical fish and, if lucky, sea turtles. All equipment, lunch, drinks, and towels are provided, so you only need to bring your swimsuit.

After a day of snorkeling and soaking up the sun on pristine beaches, return to your hotel in Naha for an evening at leisure.

Note: the snorkeling tour can be replaced with a half-day Kerama Islands Whale Watching Tour (shared tour) between January and March, offering the chance to observe humpback whales that migrate to the waters around Naha to breed and raise their calves.