SСHEDULE & COST:

Dates: July 12 - 21, 2026

Duration: 10 days / 9 nights

Number of participants: 7 - 12

Cost per person:
- 3 690 USD subject to 12 participants, or
- 3 790 USD subject to 11 participants, or
- 3 990 USD subject to 9 - 10 participants, or
- 4 190 USD subject to 8 participants, or
- 4 390 USD subject to 7 participants

10% early booking discount (in case you book before February 12, 2026)

Everything is included, except for:

• International return flight to Tokyo
• Japanese visa (free of charge for citizens of the Russian Federation when applying at the Embassy or Consulate of Japan);
• Dinners and lunches (with the exception of July 12, 20, and 21);
• Medical insurance.

Approximate cost of the flight Moscow - Tokyo - Moscow 700-800 USD .

Single supplement: 880USD (provided along the entire program)


TRAVEL PROGRAM: tour to Japan

Day 1. July 12, 2026 (Sunday). ARRIVAL IN TOKYO

Arrival at Narita or Haneda International Airport. Independent transfer to your hotel in Tokyo. Check-in at the hotel.
The program begins around 4:00 PM. Ahead is an evening walking tour of central Tokyo's historic districts: the historic and business areas of Nihonbashi and Marunouchi, as well as the Ginza district, famous for its luxury boutiques, cafes, and restaurants.
The name "Tokyo" translates from Japanese as "Eastern Capital." This name was given to the samurai city of Edo after the imperial capital was moved from Kyoto in the second half of the 19th century. This largest metropolis in Japan impresses travelers with its cleanliness, convenient transportation system, and the friendliness of the locals, who, despite language barriers, are always willing to help foreign guests.

Recommended flights to Tokyo:
- Any other flight arriving before 12:00 on July 12

From Narita Airport to Tokyo Station (the nearest station to the hotel), you can take the Narita Express high-speed train. The one-way ticket costs about $20, and the journey takes about an hour. From Tokyo Station to the hotel, you can take a taxi. A taxi ride takes 8-15 minutes and costs approximately $10 per car.
From Haneda Airport, you can take a taxi to the hotel, which takes about 35 minutes (without traffic) and costs $70-$80 per car.
Limousine buses and trains also run from the airports to the city center, costing $15-$20 per person.

Meals included: none
Accommodation: Daiwa Roynet Hotel Ginza Premier 4* or similar


Day 2. July 13, 2026 (Monday). TOKYO. HISTORICAL ASAKUSA DISTRICT – SHIBUYA

Breakfast at the hotel. Our tour will begin with an immersion into the atmosphere of old Japan in the Asakusa district, which has carefully preserved the charm and spirit of the ancient city. Here, you will be introduced to Sensoji Temple — the oldest Buddhist shrine in Tokyo, founded back in 645. You will pass through the famous Kaminarimon (Thunder Gate) with its enormous red lantern, see the elegant five-story pagoda, and take a stroll along the bustling Nakamise shopping street, where you can buy traditional souvenirs and Japanese sweets. This historic ensemble will allow you to imagine life in Tokyo from an era when there were no skyscrapers or Shinkansen bullet trains yet.
Next, we will transport ourselves to a completely different reality by visiting Shibuya — the world-famous crossing, the busiest in Tokyo and one of the most bustling in the world. You will witness a unique spectacle: when the light turns green, hundreds—and up to a thousand during rush hour—of people simultaneously surge from all directions, swiftly and with remarkable coordination, crossing the road in every direction. This picturesque yet perfectly organized crowd has become a true symbol of modern Tokyo, frequently featured in films and advertisements worldwide.
Near the crossing, next to Shibuya Station, stands the moving statue of the loyal dog Hachiko. The story of the dog, who for nine years came to the station every day hoping to meet his deceased master, deeply touched the Japanese people and has become a global symbol of selfless devotion.
In the middle of the day, we will take a break to enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.
Return to the hotel.

Meals included: breakfast, lunch
Accommodation included: Daiwa Roynet Hotel Ginza Premier 4* or similar


Day 3. July 14, 2026 (Tuesday). KAMAKURA – KOTOKUIN TEMPLE, HASEDERA TEMPLE, ZENIARAI BENTEN SHRINE – KYOTO

Breakfast at the hotel, check-out. Meeting with the guide in the hotel lobby. We proceed by public transport to Kamakura – a small resort town located just over an hour away from Tokyo. Once, Kamakura was an important political center of Japan. In the 12th–14th centuries, it housed the residence of the Minamoto shogunate, and its past grandeur is echoed by the impressive temples and shrines that have been preserved to this day.
Kotokuin is a Buddhist temple of the Pure Land school in Kamakura, famous for its impressive bronze statue of the Great Buddha (Daibutsu), which stands over 13 meters tall in the open air. The Great Buddha of Kamakura, depicting Amida Buddha, is a National Treasure and one of the most recognizable symbols of Japan.
Next, we visit the ancient Hasedera Temple. Founded in the 13th century, Hasedera is one of the most picturesque temples in Kamakura, known primarily for its nine-meter tall statue of the Kannon Bodhisattva, which, according to legend, arrived by sea. However, the temple complex holds many other interesting details. From the hill on which the temple is located, a magnificent view of Kamakura and the Pacific Ocean coast opens up. Numerous statues of the Jizo Bodhisattva line the steps leading to the top, while at the foot of the hill lies a cave dedicated to the goddess Benzaiten, and a garden with a pond surrounded by peonies, maple, and apricot trees.
Then, we will see the Zeni-arai Benten Shrine, whose main attraction is a cave with a spring. According to legend, its water brings good luck and prosperity. It is believed that washing money in it will double your wealth, so everyone who wants to secure the blessing of the goddess of prosperity comes here to cleanse their coins and bills in the spring and increase their fortune.
Lunch during the excursion. Transfer to Kyoto by high-speed Shinkansen train.
Meeting with the guide on the platform, transfer to the hotel.

Meals included: breakfast, lunch
Accommodation included: Ala Hotel Kyoto 4* or similar


Day 4. July 15, 2026 (Wednesday). KYOTO. KINKAKUJI GOLDEN PAVILION – RYOANJI TEMPLE – NISHIKI MARKET – GION DISTRICT

Breakfast at the hotel. A tour of the Old Capital by private transport (half-day) and on foot. We set off to explore Kyoto – the cultural center of modern Japan. The city's iconic landmark is the Kinkakuji Golden Pavilion and its unique landscape garden. Built at the end of the 14th century, this complex features a three-story pavilion covered in pure gold leaf, reflected in the calm waters of the mirror pond. It has left a profound mark on the consciousness of contemporaries and subsequent generations. In addition to the famous pavilion, the grounds, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, include a traditional strolling garden, small waterfalls, and a tea house.
We visit Ryoanji Temple, founded in the mid-15th century in northern Kyoto, renowned for its famous "karesansui" (dry landscape) rock garden. This garden, considered one of the finest examples of Japanese garden art, is protected as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. For centuries, it has attracted visitors seeking to unravel its mystery: why are only 14 of the 15 rocks always visible from any single viewpoint?
We then explore the central historic districts of the Old Capital, including Yasaka Shrine and the Gion district. Here, on the charming streets of the quarter, you can still see traditional wooden "machiya" houses and geisha and their apprentice "maiko" hurrying about their business. They still live in Gion and entertain guests every evening with dances, conversations, and engaging table games.
Lunch will be provided during the excursion.
Today we will also visit Nishiki Market, located on a narrow covered street running parallel to one of Kyoto's main avenues. It brings together over 100 shops and restaurants related to food. Here you can find fresh seafood, vegetables, famous Kyoto pickles and sweets, as well as tableware, knives, and tea.
Independent activity:Evening "Yoiyoiyama" festivities of the Gion Matsuri festival on the streets of Kyoto.
On this evening, the central streets, closed to traffic, will provide access to the festival procession floats, and rows of stalls selling food and souvenirs will be set up. Here, we will immerse ourselves in the atmosphere of a genuine Japanese folk festival with its traditional music and entertainment.

Meals included: breakfast, lunch
Accommodation included: Ala Hotel Kyoto 4* or similar


Day 5. July 16, 2026 (Thursday). KYOTO. SANJUSANGENDO TEMPLE – NIJO CASTLE – GION MATSURI FESTIVAL

Breakfast at the hotel. A tour of Kyoto using public transport. We will begin the morning with meditation at a Zen Buddhist temple, a conversation with a monk, a tea ceremony, and contemplation of a Zen garden.
Today, we will visit the hall of one thousand and one Bodhisattvas at Sanjusangendo, the sanctuary of Toyotomi Hideyoshi, and the shogun's Nijo Castle with its "nightingale floors" and strolling garden.
Sanjusangendo is the popular name for the Rengeo-in Temple, built in the 12th century. The temple is primarily famous for its 1,001 statues of the thousand-armed Kannon, the Bodhisattva of Compassion, lined up in rows within the main hall. These life-sized Kannon statues are flanked by statues of the 28 heavenly guardians and the Gods of Wind and Thunder. To house all these statues, a main hall stretching 120 meters long with 33 (sanjusan) bays was constructed, which gave the temple its name.
Nijo Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, was built in the early 17th century by order of the powerful shogun Tokugawa Ieyasu. The shogun used it as his residence during visits to the Imperial capital. The complex includes the luxurious Ninomaru Palace, which has been preserved to this day, with interiors painted by masters of the Kano school, adorned with gold leaf and intricate wood carvings. The beautiful garden, enjoyed by the Tokugawa shoguns, was designed by the master of tea ceremony and landscape architecture, Kobori Enshu.
Lunch will be provided during the excursion. Return to the hotel.
Independent activity: Evening "Yoiyama" festivities of the Gion Matsuri festival on the streets of Kyoto. On this evening, the central streets, closed to traffic, will provide access to the festival procession floats, and rows of stalls selling food and souvenirs will be set up.

Meals included: breakfast, lunch
Accommodation included: Ala Hotel Kyoto 4* or similar


Day 6. July 17, 2026 (Friday). GION MATSURI FESTIVAL IN KYOTO

Breakfast at the hotel. Today, we will attend one of Kyoto's most vibrant and oldest festivals! Only once a year can you see the procession of graceful floats with your own eyes and learn more about the traditions and ancient culture of the local people.
The Gion Matsuri Festival is one of Kyoto's three main festivals. The celebrations associated with Gion Matsuri span the entire month of July, but the peak of the festival occurs on July 17th, when a parade of gigantic floats, adorned with the ancient treasures of the city's residents, winds its way through the city.
During the festival, we will be able to enjoy colorful processions, traditional dances and music, as well as sample a variety of festive treats. We will witness huge platforms, decorated with flowers and bright fabrics, moving through the streets, followed by musicians and dancers in traditional costumes.
Lunch will be provided during the excursion.
In the evening, we will personally experience the mysteries of the Gion Festival as the portable shrines, "mikoshi,"carrying the three deities of Yasaka Shrine, are carried through the city.
Return to the hotel.

Meals included: breakfast, lunch
Accommodation included: Ala Hotel Kyoto 4* or similar


Day 7. July 18, 2026 (Saturday). THE ANCIENT CAPITAL OF NARA. TODAIJI TEMPLE – KASUGA TAISHA SHRINE – FUSHIMI INARI TAISHA

Breakfast at the hotel. Travel by public transport to Nara and proceed on a walking tour of the city.
We will visit the world's largest wooden structure - the Todaiji Temple (Great Eastern Temple) with its Daibutsuden (Great Buddha Hall). Constructed in the 8th century by order of the Emperor and through donations from across the country, the temple houses Japan's largest bronze statue of Buddha (Daibutsu). The casting of this monumental statue required nearly the entire national production of bronze at the time.
Kasuga Taisha is one of Japan's most revered Shinto shrines. It is renowned for its unique Kasuga-zukuri architectural style, the thousands of stone and bronze lanterns lining its approaches and grounds, and its primeval forest where sacred deer, regarded as messengers of the gods, roam freely.
Lunch will be provided during the excursion.
On the return journey, we will visit Fushimi Inari Taisha, famous for its corridor of thousands of vibrant red torii gates and fox statues. This is one of Kyoto's most important spiritual centers and the head shrine of a network of over 30,000 Inari shrines across Japan. The deity Inari, enshrined here, is considered the patron of rice, agriculture, craftsmanship, and commerce. In gratitude, worshippers make offerings, with torii gates being considered the most significant gift. The popularity of Inari is vividly demonstrated by the multitude of vermilion gates, forming stunning red corridors that lead from the main shrine up the mountainside.
Return to Kyoto.

Meals included: breakfast, lunch
Accommodation included: Ala Hotel Kyoto 4* or similar


Day 8. July 19, 2026 (Sunday). KYOTO – HIMEJI. HIMEJI CASTLE – OSAKA - KYOTO

Breakfast at the hotel. Travel by Shinkansen bullet train (standard class) to Himeji.
We will embark on a walking tour of Himeji City, where we will visit Himeji Castle (Shirasagijo - White Heron Castle). This is one of only 12 original castles remaining in Japan and is arguably the most beautiful, designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Built in the early 17th century, its scale and splendor were surpassed only by the now-lost Edo Castle, the former residence of the Tokugawa shoguns. Having miraculously avoided destruction from wars, fires, and natural disasters for over 400 years, the castle has served as a filming location for numerous historical films. Its defensive secrets, stories of spirits and gods, and elegant white walls have earned it the name "White Heron Castle."
Next, we will visit the Koko-en Garden complex, which was established relatively recently in 1992 near Himeji Castle to commemorate the city's 100th anniversary. Within a compact area, the complex features nine distinct, beautifully landscaped gardens of different styles. Strolling through them, you can not only enjoy seasonal flowers but also learn many interesting details about Japanese landscape art.
Lunch will be provided during the excursion. Travel by Shinkansen bullet train (standard class) to Osaka. A tour of Osaka by private transport.
We will experience the atmospheric Dotonbori street with its vibrant neon signs and visit the Umeda Sky Building observatory for a view of Osaka by night.
Dotonbori is the district along the canal of the same name, with a history stretching back 400 years. In the early 17th century, the Osaka government designated this area for entertainment venues, and by the end of the Edo period, it housed six Kabuki theaters, five Bunraku theaters, and numerous smaller stages. Restaurants and cafes soon sprang up around the theaters, making Dotonbori a popular spot for evening entertainment. Today, while the traditional theaters have mostly disappeared, the area remains a bustling center of nightlife, entertainment, and gastronomy.
The Umeda Sky Building, completed in 1993 based on a design by architect Hiroshi Hara, ranks as the 19th tallest building in Osaka and is one of the city's most distinctive landmarks. Its two 40-story towers are connected at the top by the "Floating Garden Observatory," which offers stunning panoramic views of the northern part of the city from its glass-enclosed walkways. Most of the building is occupied by offices and corporate representatives.
Return to the hotel in Kyoto.

Meals included: breakfast, lunch
Accommodation included: Ala Hotel Kyoto 4* or similar


Day 9. July 20, 2026 (Monday). RETURN TO TOKYO

Breakfast at the hotel, check-out. Free time in Kyoto or, after the transfer, in Tokyo. Independent transfer to Tokyo via Shinkansen bullet train (standard class). Check-in at the hotel.

We can assist with booking additional hotel nights and provide recommendations on how to spend your time.

Meals included: breakfast
Accommodation: Daiwa Roynet Hotel Ginza Premier 4* or similar


Day 10. July 21, 2026 (Tuesday). DEPARTURE FROM TOKYO

Breakfast and check-out from the hotel. Independent transfer to Narita or Haneda International Airport for your flight.

Recommended flights:

• Any flight departing from Tokyo at any time on July 21.

* Optional free days in Tokyo can be added upon request. We can assist with booking additional hotel nights and provide recommendations on how to spend your time.

Meals included: breakfast
Accommodation: not included