Tokyo - Kyoto
One week of Tokyo, Hakone and Kyoto: sushi, sake, samurai, karaoke.
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From U$1,595
U$957 / person
Just U$136.00 per day
Pay a U$280 deposit and spread the rest interest-free.
Balance due 60 days before departure.
One week, three of Japan's must-sees: Tokyo, Hakone and Kyoto. Sip sake in Tokyo, squeeze into tiny yakitori bars and sing karaoke in Golden Gai. Cruise past views of Mount Fuji, sit for a traditional tea ceremony and wander the Arashiyama Bamboo Forest before learning the ways of the samurai. It's short, it's packed and it'll leave you buzzing for more.
5 Experience Types · 1 Intentional Journey
Local Lens
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Direct connections with local culture, traditions, and communities. Cooking with families, exploring neighbourhoods with locals, and participating in generational cultural practices.
Rise Up
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Intentional challenges in supportive settings. Summit hikes, independent navigation, and experiences that push your limits.
Bucket List
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World-famous landmarks, extraordinary landscapes, and universally recognised destinations that inspire travel aspirations.
Tru-ly Unique
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The moments you won’t get anywhere else! These experiences are exclusive to Tru trips and really are something special!
Unplugged
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Intentional slowness, presence, and tech-free moments in nature or group settings enable reflection and authentic connection.
You're in Tokyo for a week of sushi, sake, karaoke and temples. Make your way to the hostel, drop your bags and get ready. Tonight we all meet for a welcome dinner to get to know each other, then head out for our first taste of Japanese nightlife. Let the adventure begin.
We start with a walking tour to get our bearings, beginning at Senso-ji, Tokyo's oldest temple, then on to Akihabara, the neon electric town. Next up, sake tasting: we sample Japan's iconic rice wine and learn its history. As night falls, we head out into the bright lights and buzzing energy of Shinjuku. The perfect first full day.
Our last full day in Tokyo. We walk through the forest to the Meiji Shrine, take in Yoyogi Park, then hit Harajuku and Takeshita-Dori, the heart of Tokyo's street fashion. Next up, the Konbini Challenge, which your Local Legend will explain when you arrive. Tonight it's yakitori in Omoide Yokocho, then Golden Gai's tiny bars. Karaoke, anyone?
Ready for a more peaceful part of this amazing country? Odawara is where we are heading next, and it is known for being home to a beautiful castle! It is a long travel day today, but it is SO worth it! Once we arrive, we'll have the chance to take in some of the views (maybe if we get lucky, we'll see Mount Fuji) before heading for a sightseeing cruise!
This morning, we are up early to travel over to Kyoto. In the afternoon, we'll experience a traditional Tea Ceremony, if you're looking for a proper immersive experience - this is it! We'll also get to explore some of Ninenzaka, an iconic old town shopping street surrounded by famous temples, pagodas, and statues. Finally, we'll head to Fushimi-Inari Shrine, so get your cameras at the ready!
This morning, we'll head straight out to the famous Arashiyama Bamboo Forest. If you are looking for the ultimate pic for the gram, now's your chance! Later on, we'll head over to the beautiful Kinkaku-Ji before stepping into the world of Samurai! Epic right?
It's time to say goodbye! If this is your final day in Japan, safe travels! If you are staying on a little longer for some more exploring, your Tru Leader will be on hand to give you some pointers and suggestions. It's been the most amazing week, and we've made memories to last a lifetime. See you next time!
Welcome to Japan! Tokyo is our first stop and we have fabulous hostel lined up for you. It's easy to get to from the airport and it's nearby all sorts of great things! There's cool shops, sushi and plenty of other things to get you started on your Japanese Adventure.
It's time for Odawara, this town is in the mountains, and it's famous for its stunning views over Mount Fuji and Lake Ashinoko. Here will discover the beautiful nature of Japan and of course get some epic photos along the way.
Welcome to Kyoto! It's so beautiful here! Get a good night's sleep, and then we'll explore the Kinkaku-Ji Golden Temple and the famous Bamboo Forest!
I’ve loved Japan, it has been my favourite tru trip so far and a huuuuge part of that is down to the tour guide. Morgy boy is an absolute credit to the tru team, his passion, knowledge and attention to detail is evident throughout the tour. He was constantly sharing local history and stories which fully immersed you into the culture of the country. He remained organised and and dependable throughout the trip as a tour guide and always had a looong list of amazing recommendations for free time and places to eat and he always thought of everyone - making sure there were a variety of suggestio...
The trip starts in Tokyo and finishes in Kyoto
You can fly into either Haneda International Airport (HND) or Narita International Airport (NRT).
The closest airport to the end destination that offers international flights is Kansai International Airport (KIX). You’ll need to take a train from Kyoto Station, which takes around 75 minutes to reach the airport.
There are many options, as Japan’s public transport is frequent and reliable. You can jump on a bus from the airport, take the monorail or jump in a taxi! The hostel is around 40 minutes from Haneda Airport and 1 hour and 15 minutes from Narita Airport.
You can book pre-nights, airport transfers and other extras at the time of booking or up to 7 days before the tour starts.
These can be booked:
-Through your online account area
-Through our sales team, you can contact them at info@trutravels.com
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Most of the people that join us on tour are 18-thirtysomethings! We do have an upper age limit of 45 on our tours. If you are over 45 and have travelled with us before please contact our sales team at info@trutravels.com.
Our Essentials trips are exclusively built for travellers aged 18-29! Don't worry if this isn't you - our incredible Classic, Flashpacker, Limited Edition, Multi-country and Ski tours are open to everyone under 45! There's a perfect style of tour for everyone - happy browsing!
Yes! Let us know when you are booking your trip about any requirements you might have we can plan ahead and make sure this doesn’t affect your trip!
Yes, the majority of our travellers will be travelling on their own! Roughly 65% of our TruTravellers come solo! We have designed our trips specifically with solo travellers in mind, so you can be assured you’ll meet lots of others travelling alone like yourself along the way. This of course doesn’t mean our trips are only for solo travellers, but it does mean that you don’t need to worry you’ll be surrounded by a group that already knows each other.
You can arrive any time on Day 1 of the tour. There are no scheduled activities during Day 1 on our tours but there will be a welcome meal with the group at around 5 pm. During this first evening, your guide will give you a run-down on the trip, you'll get to meet all the group and of course, you'll do some icebreakers to get to know each other a bit better! For more information on your arrival day contact the team at info@trutravels.com.
Yes, of course! You will receive a welcome email from your tour leader a week before your tour starts. This will include a QR code to join the group chat on WhatsApp and other important information before joining. In the meantime, you can join our Facebook group TruTravellers to connect with others.
No! Whether you love a sunset beer or prefer an early night in order to make the most out of every day, or even a bit of both, it's up to you how you spend your time on tour! Our guides are always on hand to suggest a range of evening activities on tour. From night markets to rooftop bars, fire shows and local cultural experiences, there's a huge variety of options! There's no pressure, ever - it's your adventure after all!
You’re welcome to arrive at any time on Day 1 of the tour. Hotel/hostel check-in is usually from around 2 pm, so most people tend to plan their arrival for around this time. However, if you’d like to arrive a little earlier, we can also help arrange pre-nights at the starting accommodation.
There are no planned activities during the day on Day 1, giving everyone plenty of time to arrive, check in and settle in before the tour officially begins. In the evening, the group will usually head out for a welcome dinner at around 7 pm. This is a great opportunity to meet your group leader and fellow travellers. Your guide will also give you a quick overview of the trip and help break the ice, so everyone can get to know each other before the adventure begins!
Yes! If you are more than 60 days out from your tour you can change the date of your tour once. You can also switch to another tour which is the same value or more.
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Welcome to Japan! Tokyo is our first stop and we have fabulous hostel lined up for you. It's easy to get to from the airport and it's nearby all sorts of great things! There's cool shops, sushi and plenty of other things to get you started on your Japanese Adventure.
It's time for Odawara, this town is in the mountains, and it's famous for its stunning views over Mount Fuji and Lake Ashinoko. Here will discover the beautiful nature of Japan and of course get some epic photos along the way.
Welcome to Kyoto! It's so beautiful here! Get a good night's sleep, and then we'll explore the Kinkaku-Ji Golden Temple and the famous Bamboo Forest!
Deposit U$280.00. Free date change up to 60 days before departure
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