SHORTLIST

Majestic Japan

11 Day Tour from Tokyo to Hiroshima
Small groups lead to big experiences on this Small Group Discovery tour of Japan. From its heaven-piercing skyscrapers to its heavenly gardens down below, Tokyo is a feast for mind, body, and soul. From the lush man-made forest surrounding the magnificent Meiji Jingu Shrine to vibrant nightlife, vintage teahouses, and venerable temples, Tokyo comes to life with spring’s first cherry blossoms and the first catch of the day in its sushi houses. Be whisked away by Shinkansen (bullet train) to Nagoya for more adventure, including a traditional sake tasting. Continue by high-speed rail to captivating Kyoto where thousands of brightly hued Torii Gates welcome you to the Fushimi Inari Shrine. Step into ancient bliss at the Golden Pavilion (and "zen" some!) with a traditional Japanese tea ceremony. Glide into tranquility on the serene waters lapping the shores of the Amanohashidate sandbar and ponder the power of nature in Koraku-en Garden. Your tour of Japan takes you to the hallowed grounds of Hiroshima’s Peace Memorial Park and Memorial, preserved just as it was on August 6, 1945. So much history, mystery, and magnificent beauty awaits you on this fascinating Small Group Discovery tour of Japan.
All This. Included
Designed from the ground up for a maximum of 24 guests in Asia, this Small Group Discovery tour has everything you need to explore with up-close-and-exclusive experiences that go beyond traditional tours. We’ve packed everything you need for the perfect tour—from hand-selected hotels and dining to the friendly expertise of Globus Tour Directors and Local Guides, to seamless transportation between destinations and VIP access to the world’s most iconic sites! Touring by private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi (where available). Enhance your free time with your GlobusGO mobile app!
Tour details
Tour Provider Globus
Price From
$8,579
Number of Days
11
Start Location
Tokyo, Japan
End Location
Hiroshima, Japan
Age Range
Avg. 40+
Group Size
20 to 44
Tour Style
Comfort
Tour Themes
No specific theme
Physical Rating
Easy to Moderate
Itinerary Open all
ARRIVE IN TOKYO, JAPAN
Your Small Group Discovery tour begins!
Welcome to Tokyo, Japan’s capital city. Hotel check-in is available mid-afternoon.

TOKYO
Monumental Metropolis
Hop on Tokyo’s subway system to explore this fascinating city with guided sightseeing, featuring the Meiji Shrine, Asakusa Kannon Temple, and Nakamise shopping arcade. . Tonight, join your travel companions at a welcome dinner hosted by your Tour Director. (B,L,D)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
SMALL GROUP EXCLUSIVE Exploring Tokyo on the metro starts with a visit to Meiji Shrine, a magnificent 20th-century Shinto monument set in a man-made forest. Then, visit Asakusa Kannon Temple and Nakamise shopping arcade, the oldest of their kind in Tokyo.

ENHANCED FREE TIME
EXPLORE MORE Tokyo has something for everyone so visit one of the city’s unique neighborhoods like Ginza or Shibuya districts, dine at the street food markets, or catch a game at the Tokyo Dome.


TOKYO–NAGOYA
Fourth with a Bullet
Today, travel by shinkansen (bullet train) to Nagoya, Japan’s fourth-largest city. Visit Nagoya Castle, a proud symbol of the city, then enjoy a sake tasting. (B)

LOCAL FAVORITE
SMALL GROUP EXCLUSIVE Celebrate with your small group with a sake tasting in Nagoya’s yokocho, traditional Japanese alleyways, today hosting many small restaurants, pubs, and shops.


NAGOYA–KYOTO
Textiles & Temples
This morning, visit the Toyota Commemorative Museum, showcasing the rise of the company’s start as a textile machinery manufacturer to a worldwide industrial superpower. Then, board a train for Kyoto. Upon arrival, visit the Fushimi Inari Shrine, renowned for the thousands of brightly hued Torii Gates. (B,D)

FREE TIME TIPS
EXPLORE MORE Join your Tour Director for a walking tour through Gion or visit more of Kyoto’s historic temples.


KYOTO
A Golden Gift
Cruise on the tranquil waters surrounding the pine-covered Amanohashidate sandbar, home to one of Japan’s three most scenic views. Return to Kyoto and visit to stunning Kinkakuji, the Temple of the Gold Pavilion, then partake in a [LF] tea ceremony. (B,L)

LOCAL FAVORITE
PLANNED TO A TEA Participate in a tea ceremony, the ancient tradition and carefully choreographed ritual of preparing and serving Japanese green tea.


KYOTO–HIMEJI–BIZEN–OKAYAMA
Palace Aisles & Pottery Styles
Take the shinkansen bullet train to Himeji to visit Himeji Castle. Drive south to Bizen, where you’ll visit a traditional pottery workshop to learn more about Bizen-yaki, one of Japan’s six ancient pottery styles dating back over 1,000 years. Continue to Okayama. (B)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
HISTORIC SIGHTS Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Himeji Castle to marvel at the finest surviving example of early 17th-century Japanese castle architecture.


OKAYAMA. EXCURSION TO KURASHIKI.
Garden Sights & City Whites
This morning, visit Koraku-en Garden. Journey to Kurashiki, to visit the Ohara Museum and Bikan Historical Quarter, once the political and commercial center of the city. The canal-lined, white-washed, stone streets reflect the Edo period (1603-1867) and are quintessentially Japanese. (B,D)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
THE POWER OF TRANQUILITY The 30-acre Koraku-en Garden features ponds, plum groves, and tea fields, earning its place as one of the “Three Great Gardens of Japan.” The wide lawns, believed to uplift the spirit and promote open mindedness, are unique to Koraku-en and not a traditional feature of Japanese gardens.


OKAYAMA–MATSUE–YONAGO
Picturing Japan
Drive northwest to Matsue and visit Matsue Castle on the shores of Lake Shinji. After lunch, continue to the Adachi Museum of Art to view the renowned work of artist, Yokoyama Taikan. Your hotel tonight is in the city of Yonago on the coast of the Sea of Japan. (B,L)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
ART & ARTISTRY Revel in the Japanese-style gardens of the Adachi Museum of Art and admire the revolutionary style of painter Yokoyama Taikan. Considered one of Japan’s greatest painters, this major figure in pre-WWII Japanese painting helped create the stunning technique of Nihonga—ink and mineral pigments on silk or paper canvas.


YONAGO–HIROSHIMA
Serenity & Solemnity
Drive south to Hiroshima this morning. Upon arrival, visit the 400-year-old Shukkei-en Garden, where natural landscapes are represented in miniature form. Also visit the moving Peace Memorial Park. (B)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
MONUMENTS & MEMORIALS Peace Memorial Park is home to the Peace Memorial, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that has been preserved just as it was on August 6, 1945, immediately after the devastating bombing. You will also visit the Memorial Museum and Memorial Hall, which commemorate the lives lost that day.


HIROSHIMA
Travel by ferry to Miyajima Island. Visit Itsukushima Shrine and take cable-car ride to the top of Mount Misen for panoramic views of the Seto Island Sea, and on a clear day, Hiroshima city. Participate in a Japanese cooking class for lunch. Return to Hiroshima for some time on your own. Tonight, your Tour Director hosts a farewell dinner to celebrate your discovery of Japan. (B,L,D)

LOCAL FAVORITE
SMALL GROUP EXCLUSIVE Learn how to make Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki, delicious savory pancake layered with ingredients as you choose. This legendary dish of Japan comes from the words okonomi (as you like it)and yaki (to grill).


HIROSHIMA
Say it Ain’t Sayonara
Your tour ends with breakfast this morning. (B)

Inclusions
  • 10 Breakfasts, 4 Lunches, 4 Dinners
Departure dates
All pp pricing is based on twin share occupancy. Single supplements will apply
Start End Availability Price NZD
23 Aug 2025 02 Sep 2025 Available $8,579
28 Mar 2026 07 Apr 2026 Available $9,503
11 Apr 2026 21 Apr 2026 Available $9,503
09 May 2026 19 May 2026 Available $9,287
23 May 2026 02 Jun 2026 Available $9,287
22 Aug 2026 01 Sep 2026 Available $9,287
05 Sep 2026 15 Sep 2026 Available $9,287
19 Sep 2026 29 Sep 2026 Available $9,287
03 Oct 2026 13 Oct 2026 Available $9,287
17 Oct 2026 27 Oct 2026 Available $9,287
14 Mar 2027 24 Mar 2027 Available $11,389
27 Mar 2027 06 Apr 2027 Available $11,389
10 Apr 2027 20 Apr 2027 Available $11,129
08 May 2027 18 May 2027 Available $11,129
22 May 2027 01 Jun 2027 Available $11,129
04 Sep 2027 14 Sep 2027 Available $11,129
18 Sep 2027 28 Sep 2027 Available $11,129
02 Oct 2027 12 Oct 2027 Available $11,129
16 Oct 2027 26 Oct 2027 Available $11,129