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6-Day Adventures in Tokyo

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Overview

Embark on a six-day adventure-filled trip and enjoy some unique experiences in Japan's capital, Tokyo.

With more than 40 million inhabitants, Tokyo is of the world's most populous metropolis. Tokyo has so many faces and districts that it can be overwhelming. This trip compiles the best the city has to offer in this six-day itinerary to help you navigate and see Tokyo at its best.

You'll see well-known places such as Shibuya or Harajuku, but also some hidden gems. This Tokyo trip is also packed with activities including cycling, karaoke, sumo training, food tours and relaxing time to appreciate the city at your leisure.

This tour is a great introduction to a longer trip across Japan.
Culture & Arts
Sightseeing
Outdoors & Nature
Cruising
Food & Drink

Itinerary

Day 1

Welcome to Tokyo!

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Welcome to Tokyo!

Welcome to Japan! Your private English-speaking assistant will greet you at the arrival lobby. You will then transfer to central Tokyo by private car. After check-in, you will be free to rest or to explore the city at your leisure. Your hotel will be located in central Tokyo with convenient access to many attractions and restaurants.

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    Accommodation

    Daiwa Roynet Hotel Nishi Shinjuku3 star

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    Activities

    Tokyo Metropolitan Government BuildingOptional Activity

    Hanazono-Jinja ShrineOptional Activity

    Samurai MuseumOptional Activity

    Shinjuku Golden GaiOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Narita International Airport to Shinjuku City

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    Destinations

    Tokyo

    Shinjuku

Day 2

Tokyo Cycling Tour & Highlights of the City

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Tokyo Cycling Tour & Highlights of the City

You'll meet your private guide at your accommodation and embark on a full sightseeing day in Tokyo. You'll visit the Asakusa district in the centre of Tokyo's shitamachi (literally "low city"), one of Tokyo's districts, where an atmosphere of the Tokyo of past decades survives. At the centre, stands one of Tokyo's oldest temples, Sensoji Temple. Next, you will embark on a cruise on the Sumida River to Odaiba where you will start your afternoon cycling tour.

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    Accommodation

    Daiwa Roynet Hotel Nishi Shinjuku3 star

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    Activities

    Asakusa

    Tokyo Cruise

    Odaiba & Tokyo Bay

    Tsukiji Market

    Imperial Palace and Nijubashi Bridge

    Tsukishima

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    Transportations

    Metro from Shinjuku City to Asakusa

    Bicycle from Odaiba to Odaiba

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Shinjuku

    Tokyo

    Japan

Day 3

Day Trip to Hakone & Mt Fuji Area

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Day Trip to Hakone & Mt Fuji Area

Today, with your private guide, you will head to Mt Fuji and Hakone-Izu National Park known for its natural beauty and hot springs. You'll visit the unique Hakone Open-Air Museum and then take the scenic ropeway over Owakaduni Hell Valley where boiling steam comes up from the mountain. You'll cruise on Lake Aishi, and pay a visit to the Hakone protective shrine. At the end of the day, you will take the train back to Tokyo. The evening will be at your leisure.

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    Accommodation

    Daiwa Roynet Hotel Nishi Shinjuku3 star

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    Activities

    Hakone Open-Air Museum

    Hakone Ropeway

    Owakudani Valley

    Hakone Sightseeing Cruise

    Hakone Shrine

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    Transportations

    Train from Shinjuku City to Hakone-Yumoto Station

    Train from Hakone-Yumoto Station to Tokyo

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Shinjuku

    Ashigarashimo District

Day 4

Free Day in Tokyo - Sumo Training, Picnic & Karaoke Party

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Free Day in Tokyo -  Sumo Training, Picnic & Karaoke Party

Today is a free day at your leisure. Mid-morning, you can head to Shinjuku and visit one of Tokyo largest food department store and buy a lunch box. Next, you can head to Shinjuku Gyoen and have a picnic. In the afternoon, you can visit the sumo training centre, get changed and learn about Japan's national sport. You will also have the opportunity to fight a real sumo wrestler. In the evening, you'll return to Shinjuku and spend the evening in a private karaoke room.

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    Accommodation

    Daiwa Roynet Hotel Nishi Shinjuku3 star

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    Activities

    Shinjuku Gyoen GardenOptional Activity

    Sumo Training RaeinOptional Activity

    Robot RestaurantOptional Activity

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Shinjuku

    Tokyo

    Mitaka

Day 5

Tokyo Sightseeing & Japanese Drums Lesson

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Tokyo Sightseeing & Japanese Drums Lesson

In the morning, you'll head to Harajuku where some of the most extreme teenage cultures and fashion styles are on display. Takeshita Dori (Street) is lined by many trendy shops, fashion boutiques. Next, you'll walk the Shibuya Scrambled Crossing with well over 2000 people at one time. In the afternoon, a private guide will take you to a Wadaiko private lesson. You'll learn about the history of this drum instrument and how to play it, followed by a mini-performance by the teacher.

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    Accommodation

    Daiwa Roynet Hotel Nishi Shinjuku3 star

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    Activities

    ShibuyaOptional Activity

    Meiji ShrineOptional Activity

    Taiko LabOptional Activity

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Shinjuku

    Tokyo

Day 6

Departure Day

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Departure Day

Today is the last day of your Tokyo trip. Depending on your flight time, you may have time for some last-minute exploration or shopping. In good time for your departure flight, you’ll be picked up at your accommodation by your English-speaking transfer assistant and take the comfortable airport express train to Narita or Haneda airport.

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    Transportations

    Train from Tokyo to 成田国際空港

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Shinjuku

Included in Price

  • 5 nights accommodation
  • 11 activities
  • 5 breakfasts
  • Airport transfer
  • Entrance fees
  • Ground transportation
  • Licensed English speaking guides
  • Travel insurance

Not Included in Price

  • Alcohol beverages
  • Domestic flights
  • Entry visas / airport departure tax
  • Gratuities
  • International flights
  • Laundry
  • Personal expenses
  • Trekking permits
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