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Asia · Japan · 12 days
Japan: Golden Temples & Hidden Ryokans
Kyoto, Nara, and the Japanese Alps in autumn light.
Overview
Small-group journey through temple gardens, tea ceremonies, and mountain onsen towns with expert local guides.
Highlights
- Private dawn visit to Fushimi Inari
- Ryokan stay with kaiseki dinner
- Alpine day hike near Kamikochi
- Bullet train experience
Itinerary
Day 1
Tokyo arrival
Welcome dinner and neighborhood walk in Asakusa.
Day 2
Tokyo to Kyoto
Shinkansen ride and evening at Gion.
Day 3
Kyoto temples
Kinkaku-ji, Ryoan-ji, and Philosopher's Path.
Departures
- Oct 5, 2026 – Oct 16, 2026open
- Nov 2, 2026 – Nov 13, 2026few spots