Settle into Tokyo as you’re greeted at the airport by your private driver and swept into the city, arriving at your hotel with time to unwind and ease into the rhythm of Japan’s capital before an evening at leisure

Meet your English-speaking guide and dive into Tokyo’s energy, from the bustle of Tsukiji Fish Market and soaring views at Tokyo Skytree to the timeless charm of Sensoji Temple and Nakamise Street, with time to wander Ginza before a warm welcome dinner at a local restaurant.

Immerse yourself in Tokyo’s contrasting moods as you visit serene Meiji Jingu Shrine, explore trend-setting Harajuku and Omotesando, experience the immersive magic of a contemporary art museum, stroll through dazzling Shinjuku, and end the night gliding across Tokyo Bay on an elegant dinner cruise.​

Depart Tokyo with your guide for a scenic journey to Hakone, where you explore the Hakone Open-Air Museum’s striking art and landscapes, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant, and spend a peaceful afternoon at Hakone Craft House before checking into your ryokan for a restorative evening and traditional dinner.

Savor Hakone’s natural beauty and culture with visits to Hakone Shrine and the Narukawa Art Museum, followed by a tranquil Lake Ashi cruise, a dramatic ropeway ride up to Owakudani, and time at the volcanic valley before returning to your ryokan for a relaxing evening.

Travel aboard the bullet train from Odawara to Kyoto, arriving in time for lunch. In the afternoon, discover the iconic torii path at Fushimi Inari Taisha and the calm grounds of Tofukuji Temple, ending the day with check-in and dinner at a local restaurant.

Explore Kyoto’s classical splendor with your guide at Kinkakuji (the Golden Pavilion) and Ryoanji’s contemplative rock garden, then enjoy lunch. Continue to the Arashiyama area for a gentle walk to Gio-ji Temple and Adashino Nenbutsu-ji, returning to your hotel for an evening at leisure.

Continue your Kyoto discoveries at Ginkakuji Temple and along the Philosopher’s Path to Nanzenji Temple, then enjoy lunch before choosing an optional cultural immersion such as a kimono photoshoot, tea ceremony, or ikebana experience, offering a deeply personal connection to Japanese tradition.

Depart Kyoto by express train and bullet train, arriving in Kanazawa for lunch. Stroll the refined Kenrokuen Garden and the atmospheric Higashi Chaya district, then check into our hotel and cap the evening with dinner accompanied by an intimate Kanazawa geisha performance.

Enjoy a slower-paced day in Kanazawa with optional experiences such as a gold leaf workshop or a kintsugi session, leaving time to wander, shop, or relax at your own pace before preparing your luggage for the following day’s transfer and savoring a free evening in the city.

Travel by bullet train from Kanazawa back to Tokyo, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant, and then relish some free time at leisure or at your hotel before gathering in the evening for a memorable farewell dinner at a Michelin-starred restaurant to celebrate your journey.

Check out of your hotel and transfer by private car to the airport, departing Japan with a sense of wonder, rich memories, and a deeper connection to the country’s culture, cuisine, and landscapes.