Every day on our epic 2 week Japan tour you'll see a different side to this fascinating country. The daily contrast makes travelling here completely unique and - if done the right way - very 'doable' on a budget. Travel with us through major regions, top destinations, epic sites and off-the-beaten-track to discover countless hidden gems. Any questions? Take a look at details here or contact us below :)
Take in the cityscape from the top of a skyscraper, then head back down to earth to experience one of Tokyo’s buzziest districts, Shinjuku. Cap off your first day with a relaxing trip to a local bathhouse before exploring the endless eating and drinking options on offer in Tokyo by night. Learn About Tokyo
Prepare your own sashimi breakfast under the watchful eye of a local sashimi master at Tokyo’s iconic Tsukiji fish market. Visit Akihabara – Japan’s “electric town” and finish the day with a visit to one of area’s popular maid cafes. Learn About Tokyo
Head to the Imperial Palace Gardens to unwind and drop by the Museum of Imperial Collections. For a complete contrast, visit the quirky centre of J-Pop culture in Harajuku. Wash it all down with a beer overlooking the neon madness of Shibuya. What backpacker could refuse? Learn About Tokyo
Head to Tokyo’s sumo district and learn about the fascinating history of Tokyo at the Edo-Tokyo Museum. See Japan’s National Sumo Stadium and try your hand at being a samurai at the Samurai Museum. Learn About Tokyo
Leave the hustle and bustle of Tokyo and take a train to Kamakura, the country’s medieval capital. Explore the town’s shrines and finish off at the Great Buddha statue at Kotoku-in temple. Relax by the beach and even have the option to try surfing at sunset.
Start your day with a trip on the Hakone cable car. On a clear day, you can gaze at Mount Fuji in all its glory while sampling eggs cooked Fuji-style – in the sulphuric water beneath you. Cap off the day crossing Lake Ashi on a pirate ship for some stunning views.
After taking in the morning’s mountain air, take the bullet train to Kyoto. Experience the timeless traditions of ancient Japan in Kyoto’s Geisha district before settling in for a cheap, authentic and delicious meal surrounded by wood panels and lanterns in Pontocho alley. Budget food is so often the best 🙂 Learn about Kyoto
Hike through the Arashiyama bamboo forest and the Arashiyama Monkey Park where your exertions will be rewarded with great views of Kyoto. Visit the Tenryu-ji temple and relax in the pristine gardens after a rafting adventure tour down the Hozugawa River. In the evening, come and sing your heart out at one of Japan’s favorite past times – karaoke!
Enjoy a free day (after karaoke night!) to spend at your pleasure. Why not head to Fushimi Inari where you will see shrines, shrines, and again, more shrines. This is a truly remarkable place with a whole host of shrine-covered walkways. Or spend your evening at a sake brewery! Learn about Kyoto
A day cycle around Kyoto is on the agenda! Bike round the imperial palace before continuing your journey on a bullet train bound for the West. Learn about Kyoto
Learn about the Hiroshima’s tragic past, its subsequent recovery and pacifist mission at the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum. Take a ferry to the Itsukushima shrine, built on stilts above lapping water, taking in some incredible vistas.
Say goodbye to your fellow Dragon Trippers over a farewell brunch in Osaka before catching your final bullet train back to Tokyo to finish up or continue on your travels! Learn about Osaka
Want to see even more of Japan? Our new 19-day Japan Budget Tour takes you even further off the beaten path. Check out the 19- Day Japan itinerary here.
Departing | Finishing | Price | Status |
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1st Apr, 2019 | 13th Apr, 2019 | £1,619 | FULLY BOOKED |
8th Apr, 2019 | 20th Apr, 2019 | £1,619 | FULLY BOOKED |
15th Apr, 2019 | 27th Apr, 2019 | £1,529 | FULLY BOOKED |
22nd Apr, 2019 | 4th May, 2019 | £1,529 | FULLY BOOKED |
29th Apr, 2019 | 11th May, 2019 | £1,529 | |
2nd May, 2019 | 14th May, 2019 | £1,529 | |
6th May, 2019 | 18th May, 2019 | £1,529 | |
9th May, 2019 | 21st May, 2019 | £1,529 | |
13th May, 2019 | 25th May, 2019 | £1,439 | |
20th May, 2019 | 1st Jun, 2019 | £1,439 | |
27th May, 2019 | 8th Jun, 2019 | £1,439 | |
3rd Jun, 2019 | 15th Jun, 2019 | £1,439 | |
10th Jun, 2019 | 22nd Jun, 2019 | £1,439 | |
17th Jun, 2019 | 29th Jun, 2019 | £1,439 | |
24th Jun, 2019 | 6th Jul, 2019 | £1,439 | |
1st Jul, 2019 | 13th Jul, 2019 | £1,439 | |
8th Jul, 2019 | 20th Jul, 2019 | £1,439 | |
15th Jul, 2019 | 27th Jul, 2019 | £1,529 | |
22nd Jul, 2019 | 3rd Aug, 2019 | £1,529 | |
29th Jul, 2019 | 10th Aug, 2019 | £1,439 | |
5th Aug, 2019 | 17th Aug, 2019 | £1,439 | |
12th Aug, 2019 | 24th Aug, 2019 | £1,439 | |
19th Aug, 2019 | 31st Aug, 2019 | £1,439 | |
26th Aug, 2019 | 7th Sep, 2019 | £1,529 | |
2nd Sep, 2019 | 14th Sep, 2019 | £1,439 | |
5th Sep, 2019 | 17th Sep, 2019 | £1,439 | |
9th Sep, 2019 | 21st Sep, 2019 | £1,439 | |
16th Sep, 2019 | 28th Sep, 2019 | £1,439 | |
23rd Sep, 2019 | 5th Oct, 2019 | £1,439 | |
30th Sep, 2019 | 12th Oct, 2019 | £1,439 | |
7th Oct, 2019 | 19th Oct, 2019 | £1,439 | |
14th Oct, 2019 | 26th Oct, 2019 | £1,439 | |
17th Oct, 2019 | 29th Oct, 2019 | £1,439 | |
21st Oct, 2019 | 2nd Nov, 2019 | £1,439 | |
28th Oct, 2019 | 9th Nov, 2019 | £1,439 | |
4th Nov, 2019 | 16th Nov, 2019 | £1,439 | |
17th Feb, 2020 | 29th Feb, 2020 | £1,439 | |
24th Feb, 2020 | 7th Mar, 2020 | £1,439 | |
2nd Mar, 2020 | 14th Mar, 2020 | £1,439 | |
9th Mar, 2020 | 21st Mar, 2020 | £1,439 | |
12th Mar, 2020 | 24th Mar, 2020 | £1,439 | |
16th Mar, 2020 | 28th Mar, 2020 | £1,619 | |
19th Mar, 2020 | 31st Mar, 2020 | £1,619 | |
23rd Mar, 2020 | 4th Apr, 2020 | £1,619 | |
26th Mar, 2020 | 7th Apr, 2020 | £1,619 | |
30th Mar, 2020 | 11th Apr, 2020 | £1,619 | |
2nd Apr, 2020 | 14th Apr, 2020 | £1,619 | |
6th Apr, 2020 | 18th Apr, 2020 | £1,619 | |
9th Apr, 2020 | 21st Apr, 2020 | £1,619 | |
13th Apr, 2020 | 25th Apr, 2020 | £1,529 | |
16th Apr, 2020 | 28th Apr, 2020 | £1,529 | |
27th Apr, 2020 | 9th May, 2020 | £1,529 | |
4th May, 2020 | 16th May, 2020 | £1,529 | |
7th May, 2020 | 19th May, 2020 | £1,529 | |
11th May, 2020 | 23rd May, 2020 | £1,439 | |
14th May, 2020 | 26th May, 2020 | £1,439 | |
18th May, 2020 | 30th May, 2020 | £1,439 | |
25th May, 2020 | 6th Jun, 2020 | £1,439 | |
1st Jun, 2020 | 13th Jun, 2020 | £1,439 | |
8th Jun, 2020 | 20th Jun, 2020 | £1,439 | |
11th Jun, 2020 | 23rd Jun, 2020 | £1,439 | |
15th Jun, 2020 | 27th Jun, 2020 | £1,439 | |
18th Jun, 2020 | 30th Jun, 2020 | £1,439 | |
22nd Jun, 2020 | 4th Jul, 2020 | £1,439 | |
25th Jun, 2020 | 7th Jul, 2020 | £1,439 | |
29th Jun, 2020 | 11th Jul, 2020 | £1,439 | |
2nd Jul, 2020 | 14th Jul, 2020 | £1,439 | |
6th Jul, 2020 | 18th Jul, 2020 | £1,439 | |
9th Jul, 2020 | 21st Jul, 2020 | £1,439 | |
10th Jul, 2020 | 22nd Jul, 2020 | £1,439 | |
17th Aug, 2020 | 29th Aug, 2020 | £1,439 | |
24th Aug, 2020 | 5th Sep, 2020 | £1,529 | |
31st Aug, 2020 | 12th Sep, 2020 | £1,439 | |
3rd Sep, 2020 | 15th Sep, 2020 | £1,439 | |
7th Sep, 2020 | 19th Sep, 2020 | £1,439 | |
14th Sep, 2020 | 26th Sep, 2020 | £1,439 | |
17th Sep, 2020 | 29th Sep, 2020 | £1,439 | |
21st Sep, 2020 | 3rd Oct, 2020 | £1,439 | |
24th Sep, 2020 | 6th Oct, 2020 | £1,439 | |
28th Sep, 2020 | 10th Oct, 2020 | £1,439 | |
1st Oct, 2020 | 13th Oct, 2020 | £1,439 | |
5th Oct, 2020 | 17th Oct, 2020 | £1,439 | |
8th Oct, 2020 | 20th Oct, 2020 | £1,439 | |
15th Oct, 2020 | 24th Oct, 2020 | £1,439 | |
15th Oct, 2020 | 27th Oct, 2020 | £1,439 | |
19th Oct, 2020 | 31st Oct, 2020 | £1,439 | |
26th Oct, 2020 | 7th Nov, 2020 | £1,439 | |
2nd Nov, 2020 | 14th Nov, 2020 | £1,439 |
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