Places You'll See
Highlights
- Adventure & Exploration: The itinerary seamlessly blends outdoor activities such as walking through the Alpine region of Kamikochi and the volcanic landscape of Owakudani. There are many opportunities to immerse yourself in nature and history.
- Cultural Immersion: By exploring the ancient shrines and temples of Kamakura and Hakone, to exploring a hidden neighbourhood known for its traditional charm in Tokyo, you’ll have a deep connection with Japan’s rich history, culture, and traditions along the way.
- Breathtaking Natural Landscapes: From the iconic Mount Fuji, the picturesque area of the Kiso Valley, to the serene coastline of Enoshima. This itinerary offers diverse and awe-inspiring landscapes that highlight the beauty of Japan’s natural world.
Description
For most people travelling to Japan, they will visit and stay in Tokyo during their trip! For this reason, Tokyo is seen as the gateway to exploring Japanese heritage and culture, but is also the perfect location to visit the other amazing regions of Japan! For any first timer’s or return visitors to Japan, we have created a number of seasonal itineraries to help inspire your travels and help you tailor your trip to suit your preferences and interests depending on the time of year you’re visiting. For this itinerary we suggest a 5 day Summer plan that covers Tokyo, Hakone, Kamakura and Enoshima, Nagoya and Kamikochi. This itinerary is perfect for those wanting to experience Japan in the Summer and its stunning nature, and offers a good variety of attractions along the way. We hope this will help you when planning where to go and what to do on your dream Summer trip!
For travellers who are fans of seeing Summer and nature in Japan, this 5 day itinerary will include iconic attractions along the way to satisfy travellers. You will be able to the experience the iconic area of Hakone, experience true calm and serenity along the beautiful coastline of Kamakura and Enoshima, enjoy culture in Ueno and Yanaka, visit Nagoya and see the picture perfect Kiso Valley and the Alpine region of Kamikochi, and much more!
Day 1 HAKONE
How to Start Off Your Day
Tokyo is the perfect starting point for your journey, offering a vibrant blend of tradition and innovation that will captivate and inspire you from the moment you arrive. Whether you're drawn to its historic temples, bustling streets, or cutting-edge technology, Tokyo provides an unforgettable introduction to the wonders of Japan. Plus, the city offers a wide range of accommodations to suit every preference and budget. From luxurious 5-star hotels with stunning skyline views to cozy boutique guesthouses and traditional ryokan inns, you're sure to find the perfect place to rest after a day of exploration.
For many travellers, the areas of Shinjuku, Shibuya, Tokyo, and Asakusa are very popular as they are very central, offer great hotels and links to transport. Check out our Tokyo destination page for more information on where to stay. We highly recommend staying in the Shinjuku area. A lively hub and one of the most popular areas in the city, Shinjuku has a plethora of shops, restaurants, cafes and hotels to suit all tastes. Shinjuku is also home to the busiest station in all of Tokyo, but it offers incredible links to every part of the city. For the ‘Hakone’ tour and ‘Kamakura and Enoshima’ tour, you will meet your tour guide in the same place directly outside of the South Gate/Entrance of Shinjuku station by the Baskin Robbins ice cream shop.
Hakone Highlights : Explore Japan's Mountainous Region / all year round
Experience nature, the lush mountainous landscape and Japan’s most famous and iconic landmarks during your trip to Japan on this day trip from Tokyo! This tour has been designed so customers can experience one of Japan’s most popular and beautiful areas in one day, Hakone. The tour will provide customers with the opportunity to visit all of Hakone’s top attractions. If you love nature and spending time outdoors, this tour is for you! You will ride the many famous modes of transportation such as the Tozan train, Cable Car, Ropeway, and Pirate Ship, visit the volcanic valley of Owakudani, ride along the stunning Lake Ashinoko, visit Hakone’s most famous shrine and spend time at one of Hakone’s great art museums. If you’re lucky, you will have great views of the impressive Mount Fuji!
* Tour does not include transportation after the tour concludes back in Tokyo, and does not include accommodation. Customers will need to book their own transportation to reach the next destination.
How to End Your Day
End your day staying in Tokyo for the night and take your time to explore what the city has to offer! There a good selection of restaurants, bars and cafes to choose from! You will be spoilt for choice for evening entertainment and dinner options!
Recommended Accommodations
Day 2 KAMAKURA AND ENOSHIMA
How to Start Off Your Day
Wake up fresh after your second night of staying in Tokyo. Today you will have the entire day to explore the amazing areas of Kamakura and Enoshima. Upon arrival at Shinjuku Station, your guide will greet you and take you on a memorable tour to these two beautiful spots to enjoy historic, cultural and nature highlights.
1 Day Trip to Kamakura and Enoshima : Shrines, Seaside, Temple and Tea / All Year Round
Enjoy a day trip from Tokyo in the neighbouring prefecture of Kanagawa, and explore two of its hotspots Kamakura and Enoshima! Kamakura is a popular day trip to do during your trip to Tokyo as it’s only just over 60 minutes away from Shinjuku station. This tour is a great opportunity to venture out and see a different part of Japan but with the ease of still being close to the city! Japanese locals especially love Kamakura and Enoshima due to its close proximity to the sea! So why don’t you take a break from the skyscrapers and bustling Metropolis of Tokyo, and come experience this slice of paradise!
On the tour you will learn all about Kamakura’s past and significance at its many shrines and temples, experience a traditional Japanese matcha and sweet experience in a Bamboo forest, feed Japanese Koi Carp, and walk Kamakura’s popular shopping street lined with restaurants, street food vendors and local crafts. In Enoshima, you will ride the iconic local train ’Enoden’ beloved by locals, take a walk along its beautiful coastline and finally go onto Enoshima island to see its shrine and observatory overlooking all of Kamakura and the sea!
* Tour does not include transportation after the tour concludes back in Tokyo, and does not include accommodation. Customers will need to book their own transportation to reach the next destination.
How to End Your Day
End your day again staying in Tokyo for the night and explore more of what the city has to offer! There a good selection of restaurants, bars and cafes to choose from! You will be spoilt for choice for evening entertainment and dinner options!
Recommended Accommodations
Day 3 TOKYO
How to Start Off Your Day
Wake up third night of staying in Tokyo. Today you will have the entire day to explore the amazing areas of Ueno and Yanaka in Tokyo. Upon arrival at Ueno Station, your guide will greet you and take you on a memorable tour to these two beautiful spots to enjoy historic, cultural highlights. This is a slower paced tour, so please enjoy the relaxing and leisurely atmosphere.
1 Day Walking Tour in Ueno and Yanaka : Culture, Art and Old Tokyo / All Year Round
This tour will provide guests with a well balanced itinerary including museums, a park and nature, shrines and temples, and traditional architecture. You will walk around the popular and expansive Ueno Park to visit its many temples, shrines and beautiful landscape. Known as the place to go if you’re a culture vulture due to its many museums and heritage attractions. You will then visit a bustling and lively retro area of Ueno famous for its old style shopping arcades and restaurants.You will then visit a perfect example of a Shitamachi or ’lower city’ in Tokyo, Yanaka. A cosy and traditional neighbourhood not many tourists know about, you will step back in time and enjoy an atmosphere that is very different to many parts of Tokyo.
* Tour does not include transportation before or after the tour, and does not include accommodation. Customers will need to book their own transportation to reach the next destination.
How to End Your Day
The tour will conclude in Tokyo at approximately 5pm which will provide you with time to travel to your next destination at a reasonable hour. Your tour guide will happily assist you with any questions or tickets regarding your onward destination. In Tokyo you are well connected to transport options to reach your next destination. For customers heading onto Nagoya from Tokyo, you will need to go to Tokyo station to get your Bullet Train. Please read our guide below for further details on how to reach Nagoya from Tokyo.
Nagoya offers a variety of accommodation options ranging from budget hotels to luxury hotels, and traditional Ryokan. You’ll find the perfect place to unwind and enjoy a comfortable stay in Nagoya. For many travellers, the area around Nagoya station is very popular as it is central, offers great hotels and links to transport. Check out our the Nagoya station area page below for more information on where to stay.
Recommended Accommodations
Day 4 NAGOYA AND KISO VALLEY
How to Start Off Your Day
After a restful night in Nagoya, you will wake up fresh and head out to explore Nagoya and the Kiso Valley, a stunning nature spot known for its natural beauty and serene atmosphere. As you travel, enjoy the scenic views of the countryside. You will also experience Kabuki, a traditional form of theatre in Japan!
(Summer Only) 1-Day Tour from Nagoya: Hidden Gems of the Kiso Valley / Mid-June - Early September
Day Tour
(Summer Only) 1-Day Tour from Nagoya: Hidden Gems of the Kiso Valley
- Spots:
- NagoyaKiso Valley
- Pick-up:
- Nagoya
- Drop-off:
- Nagoya
¥24,900
Join us for an unforgettable day-trip from Nagoya combining nature, culture, and history—offering a unique glimpse into the heart of rural Japan.
Explore hidden gem locations throughout the Kiso Valley starting with a hike through a stunning gorge filled with pristine nature and roaring waterfalls. Dive into Japan's rich cultural heritage with a visit to a traditional Kabuki theater and discover the region’s deep love for this centuries-old performing art. Stroll through the picturesque streets of Magome, a charming post town along the historic Nakasendo Trail as your English-speaking guide explains the fascinating history of this ancient samurai route that once connected Kyoto and Edo.
Whether you're a nature lover, history enthusiast, or cultural explorer, this tour offers something special for everyone.
* Tour does not include transportation before or after the tour, and does not include accommodation. Customers will need to book their own transportation to reach the next destination.
How to End Your Day
End your day again staying in Nagoya for the night and take your time to explore more of what the city has to offer! There a good selection of restaurants, bars and cafes to choose from.
Day 5 NAGOYA TO KAMIKOCHI
How to Start Off Your Day
After a second restful night in Nagoya, you will wake up and head out to explore Nagoya and Kamikochi. This is another stunning nature spot known for its natural beauty nestled amongst the mountains. As you travel, enjoy the scenic views of the countryside.
1-Day Tour from Nagoya: Kamikochi – Enchanting Landscapes & Seasonal Beauty / May - mid-November
Escape the city for a day and immerse yourself in the natural splendor of the Japan Alps. Tour a vibrant flower park, a charming mountain farm, and the iconic Kamikochi region of the Chubu Sangaku National Park. Hike the well-maintained trails to Kappa-bashi—as your guide points out unique flora and fauna along the way—and capture stunning views of the surrounding mountains.
This full-day tour from Nagoya allows you to journey to the Japan Alps and experience its natural beauty to the fullest as you are led by an experienced, English-speaking guide.
* Tour does not include transportation after the tour, and does not include accommodation. Customers will need to book their own transportation to reach their next destination. However, for customers staying in Nagoya or proceeding to Takayama, this tour includes drop off in both Takayama and Nagoya.
How to End Your Day
The tour will conclude at Nagoya station at approximately 7.30pm. Your tour guide will happily assist you with any questions or tickets regarding your onward destination. You may wish to travel to Tokyo that evening, or spend another night in Nagoya and travel to Tokyo the next day. At Nagoya station you are well connected to transport options to reach your next destination. For customers heading onto Tokyo from Nagoya, you can book Bullet Train services bound for Tokyo. The journey takes between 100 minutes - 120 minutes to reach Tokyo station depending on which service you book. Please read our guide below for further details on how to reach Tokyo from Nagoya station.
With a variety of accommodation options ranging from budget hotels to luxurious hotels you’ll find the perfect place to unwind and enjoy a comfortable stay in Tokyo. For many travellers, the areas of Shinjuku, Shibuya, Tokyo, and Asakusa are very popular as they are very central, offer great hotels and links to transport. Check out our Tokyo destination page for more information on where to stay. We highly recommend staying in the Shinjuku area. A lively hub and one of the most popular areas in the city, Shinjuku has a plethora of shops, restaurants, cafes and hotels to suit all tastes. Shinjuku is also home to the busiest station in all of Tokyo, but it offers incredible links to every part of the city. We also recommend the Tokyo station / Marunouchi area, where you are perfectly located to many restaurants, bars, shops and hotels. This is one of the most popular areas for visitors to stay in Tokyo, especially due to the excellent links to Haneda and Narita Airports.
