• Discover Japan's most iconic city sites, from the geiko (geisha) district and Edo-period Nijo Castle in Kyoto to the temple district and contemporary highlights of Tokyo.
• Learn more about the sobering past of Hiroshima at the memorial park, museums and monuments dedicated to the victims – these sites now advocate for world peace, serving as a reminder of the devastation of war.
• Feast on okonomiyaki – Japan’s signature savoury pancake of egg, cabbage, soba noodles and meat or seafood – at an included dinner in Hiroshima.
• Meet the locals over a home-cooked dinner during your stay in a ryokan (a traditional Japanese inn) in the mountain town of Tsumago – a village preserved from the Edo period.
• Spend a night in Koya-san’s Shukubo Temple and learn about the customs of traditional Japanese accommodation as you share vegetarian meals with the monks who run the lodgings.

Japan is best explored on foot and by public transport. You’ll need to be fit enough to spend most of each day on your feet and handle your luggage as you navigate busy train stations. We recommend comfortable shoes and packing light.

In some destinations, you may be staying in a ryokan, which is a Japanese-style inn. It's a great taste of tradition, however, not everyone finds futon mattresses on the tatami floor, tiny bathrooms and proximity to other guests as comfortable as Western-style hotels. This is important to consider if you have problems with your back or knees, as the surface is firm and there may be no other furniture such as chairs in the room. 

Double rooms in Japanese hotels can be smaller than you may be used to (for example, 20 sq m). Every effort will be made to accommodate double room requests. However, during busy periods, there may be occasions when we are unable to offer a double room, so a twin room will be provided.

1. We are currently unable to offer a single supplement, airport transfers or additional accommodation in Japan due to limited availability.

2. It is essential that you pack light and compact for rail travel in Japan. Luggage size restrictions apply. Please review the Packing section of the Essential Trip Information for more details.

Our Comfort trips are all about adventure, with a higher level of comfort than our basic trips. These slower-paced trips are built to smooth some of travels rougher edges, meaning you’ll be on private transport more often, the pace will be more relaxed and your accommodation will be a touch above the essentials. You’ll also be treated to more included meals and leader-led activities, with a focus on embracing all things local.

Price per person is based on 2 adults sharing a room and includes:

• 11 day Classic Japan Comfort Tour
• Meals: 10 breakfasts, 3 dinners
• Transport: Public bus, Subway, Bullet Train, Train, Boat
• Accommodation: Hotel (8 nights), Temple Stay (1 night), Ryokan (1 night)

Included activities:

• Kyoto - Ryoanji Zen Garden
• Kyoto - Nijo Castle
• Kyoto - Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion)
• Kyoto - Gion District walk
• Koya-san - Okunoin Cemetery
• Himeji - Himeji Castle
• Hiroshima - Peace Park & A - Bomb Dome
• Hiroshima - Peace Museum
• Hiroshima - Miyajima Island
• Tsumago - Nakasendo Walk
• Matsumoto - walking tour
• Tokyo - Sensoji Temple
• Tokyo - Sumida River Cruise
• Tokyo - Hama Rikyu Garden

Please ask us about:

• Flights- we'll find the best rates for your chosen departure airport and travel dates
• Travel Insurance

Subject to availability. Terms and conditions apply. Prices are live and only guaranteed at time of booking. Itinerary may be subject to change.

For more information please call us on 021 4277094 or 01 6965135, email info@shandontravel.ie, request a call back using the red button, or submit an enquiry through the form below.