Golden Route in Japan
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Golden Route

Japan's iconic destinations, seamlessly connected.

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Japan's must-see destinations,
seamlessly connected.

The Golden Route links Japan's most iconic cities — the perfect itinerary for first-time visitors. All transport and hotels pre-arranged so you can focus on the experience.

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Classic Japanese temple scenery

What makes our Golden Route special

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Hassle-Free Travel

Mount Fuji with cherry blossoms from Hakone
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Iconic Destinations

Snow-covered Shirakawa-go village
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Takayama & Shirakawa-go

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Gourmet Rail Journey: Fuji, Ise & Kanazawa
EX00410 days
US$4,300 ~ US$5,200

Gourmet Rail Journey: Fuji, Ise & Kanazawa

Ride Japan’s newest restaurant train “Les Saveurs Shima”

Tokyo, Shizuoka, Kashikojima, Kyoto, Kanazawa, Tokyo

Golden RouteSpecial ExperienceArt & Culture
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Luxury Japan Journey: Ise-Shima Escape
LX00112 days
US$8,100 ~ US$11,700

Luxury Japan Journey: Ise-Shima Escape

Sacred Shrines, Premium Wagyu & Japan's Iconic Hotels

Ise Grand Shrine, premium Matsusaka wagyu, and the Shimakaze luxury train. 12-day tour through Tokyo, Kyoto & Kanazawa with top hotels.

Luxury TravelGolden RouteOnsen & Relaxation
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Refined Kansai Journey: Lake Biwa & Castles
LX00211 days
US$6,500 ~ US$9,400

Refined Kansai Journey: Lake Biwa & Castles

A Premium Journey Through Shiga's Hidden Gems

Cruise Lake Biwa, visit National Treasure Hikone Castle, Uji, Fusimi Inari Shrine. 11-day luxury tour with private taxis and Green Car Shinkansen.

World Heritage & National TreasuresGolden RouteLuxury Travel
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Luxury Journey, Your Way: Hiroshima & Kyoto
LX00310 days
US$6,900 ~ US$8,400

Luxury Journey, Your Way: Hiroshima & Kyoto

Private Tours, Green Car Travel & World Heritage Wonders

Hiroshima Peace Park, Miyajima's floating shrine, and Kyoto's sacred temples. 10-day luxury tour with private taxis and Green Car Shinkansen.

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Historic Towns & Mountain Heritage
BF0037 days
US$1,300 ~ US$1,900

Historic Towns & Mountain Heritage

Budget-Friendly Travel in Tokyo, Takayama & Kyoto

7 day self-guided tour:Tokyo,Takayama,Kyoto,all hotels and Shinkansen included

Golden RouteWorld Heritage & National Treasures
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Kansai Essentials: Osaka, Nara, and Kyoto
KA0016 days
US$1,000 ~ US$1,500

Kansai Essentials: Osaka, Nara, and Kyoto

Discover Japan from Osaka

Perfect 6-day itinerary for travelers arriving at KIX/ITM Airport

Golden RouteWorld Heritage & National Treasures
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Beyond Kansai: Villages & Timeless Japan
KA0027 days
US$2,000 ~ US$3,000

Beyond Kansai: Villages & Timeless Japan

Discover Japan from Osaka

Perfect 7-day itinerary for travelers arriving at KIX/ITM Airport

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Kansai & Setouchi: History, Onsen & Island Beauty
KA0038 days
US$2,200 ~ US$3,100

Kansai & Setouchi: History, Onsen & Island Beauty

Discover Japan from Osaka

Perfect 8-day itinerary for travelers arriving at KIX/ITM Airport

Golden RouteWorld Heritage & National TreasuresOnsen & Relaxation
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