9-Day Japan Tour Package: Tokyo, Kyoto & Bullet Train Experience

Discover the Best of Japan – From Mt. Fuji to Kyoto’s Temples

Experience the perfect balance of ultra-modern cities and timeless traditions on this 9-day Japan travel package featuring Tokyo and Kyoto, connected by Japan’s world-famous Bullet Train (Shinkansen).

This flexible independent program includes round-trip international flights, 7 nights hotel accommodations, daily breakfast, high-speed rail between cities, and optional guided tours to Japan’s most iconic landmarks.

Perfect for travelers seeking structure with freedom.

DAY 1, Wednesday – Depart for Japan

Begin your journey to the Land of the Rising Sun. Overnight international flight to Tokyo.

DAY 2, Thursday – Arrive in Tokyo

Welcome to vibrant Tokyo, a city where ancient temples stand beside futuristic skyscrapers.

Arrive and transfer independently to your hotel. Recommended arrival window: 7:30 AM – 8:00 PM.

The remainder of the day is at leisure. Explore your neighborhood, try authentic ramen, or relax after your flight.

Overnight: Tokyo
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 3, Friday – Tokyo at Leisure or Optional Mt. Fuji & Hakone

Discover Tokyo independently or enhance your trip with a breathtaking excursion.

Optional: Full Day Mt. Fuji & Hakone with Lunch

• Travel through scenic countryside

• Ascend to the 5th Station of Mt. Fuji (weather permitting)

• Cruise across Lake Ashi

• Ride a cable car over Hakone National Park

• Enjoy panoramic views of volcanic landscapes

Return to Tokyo in the evening.

Overnight: Tokyo
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 4, Saturday – Tokyo Cultural Highlights

Spend the day exploring Tokyo at your own pace or join the optional highlights tour.

Optional: Half Day Tokyo Highlights

• Visit serene Meiji Shrine

• Explore the Imperial Palace East Garden

• Discover historic Asakusa District

• Walk along Nakamise Street

• Visit Senso-ji Temple

Perfect for first-time visitors wanting cultural depth.

Overnight: Tokyo
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 5, Sunday – Optional UNESCO Nikko Day Tour

Enjoy your final day in Tokyo independently or join the optional Nikko excursion.

Optional: Full Day Nikko with Lunch

• Visit Toshogu Shrine (UNESCO World Heritage Site)

• See Futarasan Shrine & Rinnoji Temple

• Explore Lake Chuzenji

• Admire 318-foot Kegon Falls

Return near Shinjuku Station.

Overnight: Tokyo
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 6, Monday – Bullet Train to Kyoto

Transfer independently to the station and board the legendary Shinkansen Bullet Train to Kyoto.

Experience one of the world’s fastest and most punctual rail systems.

Arrive in Kyoto, Japan’s ancient imperial capital, founded in the 8th century.

Overnight: Kyoto
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 7, Tuesday – Kyoto or Optional Nara Golden Route

Explore Kyoto independently or join the optional Nara tour.

Optional: Half Day Nara Golden Route

• Visit Todai-ji Temple, home to the Great Buddha

• Walk through Nara Park among free-roaming deer

• See Kasuga Taisha Shrine with 3,000 lanterns

Return to Kyoto.

Overnight: Kyoto
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 8, Wednesday – Kyoto or Optional Hiroshima & Miyajima

Enjoy Kyoto or join an unforgettable historical journey.

Optional: Full Day Hiroshima & Miyajima by Bullet Train

• Travel by Shinkansen to Hiroshima

• Ferry to Miyajima Island

• Visit the iconic floating torii gate at Itsukushima Shrine (UNESCO)

• See the Atomic Bomb Dome

• Visit Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park & Museum

Return to Kyoto by bullet train.

Overnight: Kyoto
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 9, Thursday – Depart Japan

Transfer independently to Osaka Airport for your departure flight.

Recommended departure window: 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM.

Meals: Breakfast

Japan Independent Package Includes

✔ Flights Los Angeles – Tokyo
✔ Osaka – Los Angeles return flight
✔ 7 nights accommodations
✔ 4 nights Tokyo
✔ 3 nights Kyoto
✔ Daily breakfast
✔ Bullet Train (Tokyo–Kyoto)
✔ English-speaking local guides (on included services)
✔ Entrance fees per itinerary

Other U.S. departure cities available.

Why Choose This Japan Travel Package?

• Visit Tokyo & Kyoto in one seamless itinerary

• Experience Japan’s world-famous Bullet Train

• Optional tours to Mt. Fuji, Nikko, Nara & Hiroshima

• Flexible independent schedule

• Ideal for first-time visitors to Japan

• Authentic cultural and historical immersion

Perfect for couples, solo travelers, and culture enthusiasts.

Is This Trip Right for You?

This is a non-escorted independent program.

Consider:

• Airport transfers are not included

• Japan can be an expensive destination

• Travelers must be comfortable navigating independently

• Optional excursions enhance structure

Japan’s punctuality, etiquette, and cultural formality are part of the experience and enrich your journey.

Book Your Tokyo & Kyoto Japan Tour Today

Limited availability during cherry blossom and autumn foliage seasons.

Secure your Japan vacation package now and experience the best of Japan by Bullet Train.

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