A 15-day journey blending cultural icons, Mt. Fuji views, and light hikes along Japan’s heritage trails.
A 15-day journey blending cultural icons, Mt. Fuji views, and light hikes along Japan’s heritage trails.
15days / MAX 3PAX
Travelers who enjoy cultural discovery with the added experience of scenic day hikes.
This 15-day itinerary highlights Japan’s cultural treasures and accessible hikes. Start in Tokyo exploring the local food scene and vibrant neighborhoods. Visit Nikko’s shrines, enjoy Mt. Fuji views at Kawaguchiko, and experience Hakone’s art and nature. Continue to Kyoto, Uji, and Nara, then conclude with sacred walks along the Kumano Kodo, ending in lively Osaka.
In Kyoto, explore Fushimi Inari’s red gates, the vast stage of Kiyomizu-dera, and the tranquil Arashiyama Bamboo Grove. Experience a private tea ceremony before visiting Kinkaku-ji and the contemplative gardens of Ryoan-ji. A short trip to Uji adds Byodo-in Temple and tea heritage, with the Tale of Genji Museum enriching the literary backdrop. The balance of iconic and quiet sites highlights Kyoto’s timeless elegance.
Enjoy sweeping Fuji views from Chureito Pagoda, admire textile art at Itchiku Kubota Museum, and stroll Oishi Park. In Hakone, explore open-air sculpture, ride the ropeway over Owakudani’s volcanic valley, and cruise Lake Ashi on a classic sightseeing vessel. This sequence of art, landscapes, and panoramic perspectives captures both the cultural and natural dimensions of Fuji-Hakone.
