Discover Japan
with G Adventures

Arrive in Tokyo and make your way to the starting hotel. In the early evening, meet your Chief Experience Officer and fellow travellers for a welcome briefing.

There are no planned activities before the welcome meeting, giving you time to settle in after your journey. Afterwards, you may choose to head out for dinner with the group and get your first taste of Japan’s incredible cuisine.

This morning, activate your Japan Rail Pass before boarding the iconic Shinkansen bullet train to Kanazawa.

Once one of Japan’s wealthiest castle towns, Kanazawa flourished as a centre of art and culture. On arrival, the evening is free to explore at your own pace. Wander lantern-lit streets, sample fresh seafood, or join the group for dinner.

Step back in time as you explore Kanazawa’s beautifully preserved districts.

Walk through the historic Higashi Chaya geisha quarter, stroll the magnificent Kenroku-en Garden – ranked among Japan’s top three landscape gardens – and wander the Nagamachi Samurai District, where narrow lanes and earthen walls evoke Japan’s feudal past.

The afternoon is free to explore museums, markets, or local craft studios.

Travel into the Japanese Alps to picturesque Takayama, known for its traditional wooden houses and mountain scenery.

The afternoon is free to explore the old town’s sake breweries and artisan shops before settling into a traditional Japanese inn for the evening.

This morning, visit Hida no Sato Folk Village, an open-air museum showcasing traditional thatched farmhouses from Japan’s rural past. Learn how communities once lived in harmony with the mountains and seasons.

The rest of the day is yours to explore Takayama at leisure. Wander the preserved old town, visit local markets, sample regional sake, or relax in a nearby hot spring.

Travel by train to Hiroshima, a city forever shaped by history yet defined today by resilience and peace.

Visit the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park and Museum, where memorials and exhibits honour those affected by the atomic bombing. Walk past the iconic Atomic Bomb Dome and reflect in this powerful and moving setting.

Take a ferry to the sacred island of Miyajima, home to one of Japan’s most photographed landmarks – the floating Torii Gate.

Explore at your own pace. Visit ancient shrines and temples, stroll through lively streets filled with local treats, or hike towards Mt Misen for sweeping views across the Seto Inland Sea.

Board the bullet train to Kyoto, Japan’s former imperial capital and cultural heart.

Visit the striking Fushimi Inari Shrine, famous for its thousands of vermilion torii gates winding up the mountainside. Later, explore Kyoto’s historic districts, where wooden machiya townhouses and traditional teahouses still define the streetscape.

Discover two of Kyoto’s most iconic sites today.

Visit Nijo Castle, once home to powerful shoguns, and wander its elegant gardens. Then explore Kinkaku-ji, the Golden Pavilion, whose gold-leaf exterior reflects beautifully in the surrounding pond.

The afternoon is free to explore more of Kyoto’s temples, markets and quiet neighbourhoods at your own pace.

Today is yours to explore Kyoto more deeply.

You may choose to visit serene Zen gardens such as Ryoan-ji, stroll the Philosopher’s Path beneath seasonal blossoms, or explore the Silver Pavilion and its peaceful grounds. Kyoto rewards slow travel, so take time to wander narrow lanes, browse artisan shops, or sit quietly in a temple garden.

Travel by train to the Mt Fuji region, arriving in the lakeside town of Kawaguchiko.

This afternoon, relax in a traditional onsen spa experience at your accommodation. Soak in the natural hot springs and unwind in true Japanese style before enjoying a traditional kaiseki dinner, beautifully prepared and artfully presented.

Enjoy a morning walk in the scenic Five Lakes region, with views of Lake Kawaguchi and, weather permitting, Japan’s iconic Mt Fuji rising above the landscape.

Later, travel by train back to Tokyo, where you’ll settle in for your final nights in Japan.

Spend a full day discovering Tokyo at your own pace.

Explore vibrant neighbourhoods, visit tranquil shrines tucked between skyscrapers, browse world-class museums, or shop in districts like Ginza or Shibuya. This evening, reunite with your group for a final dinner together, sharing stories from your journey across Japan.

Your journey comes to an end today.

Depart at any time, or consider extending your stay to further explore this dynamic and ever-evolving city.