ESSENTIAL JAPAN: NINJA from US$6,389

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"Essential Ninja Japan" is a fascinating adventure that blends traditional Japan with unique experiences. Journey through Tokyo, Mount Fuji, the Japanese Alps, Kanazawa, Kyoto, Nara, and Osaka, discovering World Heritage villages, temples, gardens, and historic samurai districts. Experience the thrill of visiting the Iga Ninja Museum—complete with a live performance—enjoy a matcha tea ceremony, and marvel at unforgettable landscapes, *onsen* hot springs, and bullet train rides. Fifteen days to discover the history, culture, and legendary spirit of Japan.

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2 Adults

Nights 14

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Destinations 15

Accommodations 14

DAY 01 KANSAI / ITAMI (ARRIVAL) – TOKYO

Arrival at Narita or Haneda International Airport.

After clearing immigration and customs, you will be met by a Spanish-speaking assistant.

Transfer to the hotel via shared service, accompanied by the assistant.

Arrival at the hotel; the rest of the day is at your leisure.

Hotel check-in in Tokyo begins at 14:00.

Accommodation in Tokyo for 3 nights.

DAY 02 TOKYO

Breakfast at the hotel.

Approx. 08:30. Meet in the lobby and begin the city tour with a Spanish-speaking guide, visiting Tokyo Tower(*) and Meiji Shrine; view the Imperial Palace Plaza and Asakusa Kannon Temple—including its Nakamise shopping arcade—from the coach.

Lunch at a restaurant.

Approx. 17:30. Arrival at the hotel.

Overnight stay at the hotel in Tokyo.

DAY 3 TOKYO

Breakfast at the hotel.

Free day for personal activities.

**** OPTIONAL EXCURSION TO NIKKO ****

08:00 – Meet in the lobby and depart for the Nikko excursion with a Spanish-speaking guide.

In Nikko, we will visit Toshogu Shinto Shrine(*) and Kegon Falls, traveling up the winding "I-Ro-Ha" road.

Lunch at a restaurant.

After the visit, return to your hotel in Tokyo.

Approx. 19:30 – Arrival at the hotel.

Overnight stay at the hotel in Tokyo.

*Note:

(1) The mode of transport for this excursion depends on the number of participants. We will use a private coach/minibus, train, local bus, or taxi.

(2) During peak season, the itinerary may be modified depending on traffic conditions.

(3) During the Golden Week peak season, we will use a combination of train and taxi or private bus. It is not possible to secure train tickets to Nikko for these dates without sufficient advance notice.

DAY 4: TOKYO – MT. FUJI (5TH STATION) – MATSUMOTO

Breakfast at the hotel.

Approx. 08:00 AM: Meet the Spanish-speaking guide in the lobby and depart for Mt. Fuji by road.

Ascend via the Fuji Subaru Line road to the 5th Station, located 2,305 meters above sea level, where you can enjoy the scenery.

After a walk around the 5th Station, the tour continues with a visit to a sake brewery for a special tasting of local Mt. Fuji-area sake.

Lunch at a restaurant.

Depart Mt. Fuji for Matsumoto.

Approx. 05:30 PM: Arrival in Matsumoto.

Overnight stay at a hotel in Matsumoto (1 night).

**It is very difficult to see the summit of Mt. Fuji at any time of year—especially in summer—due to frequent haze or cloud cover.**

**Depending on weather conditions, it may not be possible to ascend to the 5th Station.**

DAY 05 MATSUMOTO - KAMIKOCHI (Japanese ALPS) - OKUHIDA

Breakfast at the hotel.

Approx. 08:30: Meet in the lobby and depart to visit Matsumoto Castle (*), a designated National Treasure of Japan.

Approx. 10:30: Depart for Kamikochi, a Japanese Alps area within Chubu Sangaku National Park. Here, we will take a short walk of approximately 45 minutes to enjoy one of Japan's most beautiful landscapes and cross the famous "Kappabashi" Bridge.

Lunch is NOT included.

Approx. 16:30: Arrive in Okuhida, a place famous for its *onsen* (hot springs).

Free time to enjoy the indoor or outdoor hot springs.

Japanese-style dinner at the hotel.

Overnight stay at the hotel in Okuhida.

DAY 06 OKUHIDA - TAKAYAMA - SHIRAKAWAGO - KANAZAWA

Breakfast at the hotel.

Approx. 08:00: Meeting in the lobby. We will take the cable car(*) up to the observation deck for a beautiful view of the Japanese Alps.

Approx. 10:00: Depart Okuhida for Takayama to visit the Kami Sannomachi shopping street.

Lunch at a restaurant.

Depart for Shirakawago to visit the village—a UNESCO World Heritage Site—and enter one of the traditional "Gassho-zukuri" houses(*).

Approx. 17:00: Depart Shirakawago for Kanazawa.

Approx. 18:30: Arrival in Kanazawa and transfer to your hotel.

Accommodation in Kanazawa for 2 nights.

**Views from the cable car and observation deck are weather-dependent.**

**In some cases, the cable car visit may take place on the previous day.**

DAY 07 KANAZAWA

Breakfast at the hotel.

Approx. 09:00: Meet in the lobby and begin the tour of Kanazawa, exploring the Nagamachi district—where we will visit the former Nomura samurai family residence(*) and Kenroku-en Garden(*) (considered one of Japan's three most beautiful gardens)—as well as the Oumicho Market.

Lunch is NOT included.

Approx. 16:00: In the afternoon, the tour continues with a visit to the Higashi Chaya district.

After the visit, return to the hotel.

Overnight stay at the hotel in Kanazawa.

DAY 08 KANAZAWA - EIHEIJI TEMPLE - KYOTO

*** Your suitcases will be transferred separately to the hotel in Kyoto via the "Takuhai-bin" delivery service and will arrive in Kyoto the following day. Please pack an overnight bag for your stay in Kyoto. ***

Breakfast at the hotel.

Approx. 09:00: Meet the guide in the lobby and transfer by coach to Eiheiji.

Approx. 10:30: Arrival at Eiheiji and start of the visit to Eiheiji Temple(*), renowned as one of the principal temples for the teaching of Zen Buddhism.

Lunch at a restaurant.

After the visit, depart for Kyoto by road.

Approx. 18:00: Arrival in Kyoto and transfer to the hotel.

Accommodation at a hotel in Kyoto for 3 nights.

DAY 09 KYOTO

Breakfast at the hotel.

Around 08:00, meet in the lobby and begin the tour of the ancient capital with a visit to Kiyomizu Temple (*).

The tour continues with visits to Kinkakuji Temple (Golden Pavilion) (*) and Sanjusangendo Temple (*), which houses 1,001 statues of the goddess Kannon.

Lunch at a restaurant.

After the tour, transfer to the hotel.

Overnight stay at a hotel in Kyoto.

DAY 10 KYOTO

Breakfast at the hotel.

Free day for personal activities.

**** OPTIONAL EXCURSION TO HIROSHIMA AND MIYAJIMA ****

Approx. 08:00 – Meet in the lobby and begin the excursion to Hiroshima and Miyajima with a Spanish-speaking guide.

Transfer to Kyoto Station with the guide.

Departure from Kyoto to Hiroshima via the JR "Nozomi" bullet train (Shinkansen), tourist class.

Approx. 10:00 – Arrival in Hiroshima and start of the guided tour (Spanish-speaking guide) to visit the Peace Memorial Park and Museum(*), the Atomic Bomb Dome, and the Itsukushima Shinto Shrine(*) on Miyajima Island.

Lunch at a restaurant.

After the visit, return to Hiroshima Station.

Approx. 18:30 – Departure from Hiroshima to Kyoto via the JR "Nozomi" bullet train (Shinkansen), tourist class.

Approx. 20:30 – Arrival in Kyoto; the tour concludes at Kyoto Station.

Transfer to your hotel on your own.

Overnight stay at the hotel in Kyoto.

Notes:

- The mode of transport for this excursion depends on the number of participants. We will use a private coach/minibus, train, local bus, or taxi.

DAY 11 KYOTO - UJI - ISE - TOBA or SHIMA

Breakfast at the hotel.

Approx. 08:00 AM: Meet in the lobby and depart from the hotel. Visit Byodoin Hoodo Temple (*) (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) and enjoy a matcha tea experience (*).

After the visit, transfer to Ise.

Approx. 01:00 PM: Lunch (not included).

Free time in "Okage-yokocho"—the streets surrounding Ise Shrine—to stroll and have lunch on your own. In the afternoon, visit Ise Shrine, Japan's most important Shinto shrine. You will witness the spectacular Kagura Shinto ceremony; this special prayer ritual combines music performed by court musicians with dances executed by *Miko* (shrine maidens).

After the visit, transfer to Toba or Shima.

Approx. 05:30 PM: Arrival at the hotel.

Dinner at the hotel.

Overnight stay at a hotel in Toba or Shima.

DAY 12 TOBA or SHIMA - IGA - NARA - OSAKA

Breakfast at the hotel

Approx. 08:30: Meet the guide in the lobby and transfer to Iga; visit the Iga-ryu Ninja Museum (Ninja performance included)

After visiting the museum, depart for Nara.

Lunch at a restaurant

Afternoon visit to Nara to see Todaiji Temple—featuring its massive Buddha statue(*)—and Sacred Deer Park.

Depart Nara for Osaka; arrive in Osaka

Accommodation in Osaka for 2 nights

DAY 13 OSAKA

*** Your main luggage will be transferred to the hotel in Tokyo. Please pack an overnight bag for one night in Osaka. ***

Breakfast at the hotel.

Approx. 09:30 AM: Meet your guide in the lobby and begin the Osaka sightseeing tour, visiting the "Floating Garden" Observatory at the Umeda Sky Building (*), the Osaka Castle gardens, and the Dotonbori district.

Lunch is NOT included.

Return to the hotel on your own.

Afternoon at leisure for personal activities.

Overnight stay at the hotel in Osaka.

DAY 14 OSAKA -TOKYO

Breakfast at the hotel.

Approx. 08:30: Meet in the lobby and transfer to Shin-Osaka Station.

Approx. 09:30: Depart Shin-Osaka for Tokyo on the JR "Nozomi" bullet train (Shinkansen).

Approx. 12:00: Arrive in Tokyo and transfer to the hotel.

Lunch not included.

Afternoon at leisure for personal activities.

Hotel check-in in Tokyo begins at 15:00.

Overnight stay at the hotel in Tokyo (1 night).

DAY 15 TOKYO - NARITA/HANEDA (DEPARTURE)

Breakfast at the hotel.

Meet in the lobby and transfer to Narita/Haneda via scheduled service with a Spanish-speaking assistant.

Departure from Tokyo on your flight.

The hotel room in Tokyo is available until 11:00 AM.

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Guide languages

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Itinerary

Day 1: Tokyo

Day 2: Tokyo

Day 3: Tokyo

Day 4: Tokyo, Matsumoto

Day 5: Matsumoto, Kamikochi, Okuhida

Day 6: Okuhida, Takayama, Shirakawa, Fukushima, Kanazawa

Day 7: Kanazawa

Day 8: Kanazawa, Eiheiji, Kyoto

Day 9: Kyoto

Day 10: Kyoto

Day 11: Kyoto, Ise, Toba, Shima

Day 12: Shima, Toba, Shima, Iga, Nara, Osaka

Day 13: Osaka

Day 14: Osaka, Tokyo

Day 15: Tokyo

Included

4 nights' accommodation in Tokyo
1 night's accommodation in Matsumoto
1 night's accommodation in Okuhida
2 nights' accommodation in Kanazawa
3 nights' accommodation in Kyoto
1 night's accommodation in Toba or Shima
2 nights' accommodation in Osaka
Enjoy the *onsen* (hot springs) in Okuhida Onsen and Toba. Please note that some accommodations may restrict access to the *onsen* for guests with tattoos due to cultural norms; please check with us, as policies vary by property.
Daily breakfasts, 6 lunches, and 2 dinners (excluding beverages).
Bullet train travel with reserved seats in standard class.
Admission fees for the sites listed in the itinerary.
Transfers and excursions: If there are fewer than 10 passengers, public transport may be used for sightseeing instead of private vehicles.
One standard-sized suitcase (up to 23 kg) per person is included. A surcharge of JPY 4,000 applies for a second suitcase per person/shipment (payable directly in Japan).
Guests will spend one night in Osaka without their main luggage; please pack a carry-on bag (up to 10 kg) for that night. Main luggage will be transported directly from Osaka to Tokyo.
Medical assistance coverage for travelers up to age 70, with a limit of USD 40,000 for illness or accident (travelers aged 71–84 and 85+ must pay a surcharge for medical coverage and are ineligible for the trip cancellation upgrade; please consult your travel advisor).

Excluded

Personal expenses.
Domestic and/or international airfare.
Any service not specified.
Optional excursions.
Visa or passport documentation.
Telephone calls.
Laundry.
Hotel surcharges for early check-in or late check-out.

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Possible accommodations

9 accommodations

Tokyo, Japan

Tokyo Dome Hotel

8.7

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Matsumoto, Japan

Matsumoto Hotel Kagetsu

8.5

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Okuhida, Japan

Hodakaso Sanganoyu

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Kanazawa, Japan

ANA Crowne Plaza Kanazawa by IHG

8.5

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Kyoto, Japan

Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA

9.2

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Toba, Japan

Todaya

8.7

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Osaka, Japan

ANCHORED by RIHGA OSAKA NAMBA

8.9

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Tokyo, Japan

Grand Nikko Tokyo Daiba

9.1

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Tokyo, Japan

Grand Prince Hotel Takanawa

8.8

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IMPORTANTS NOTES

RATES

Rates valid from April to November 2027
PRICES IN US DOLLARS PER PERSON
SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE AND TO AVAILABILITY AT THE TIME OF BOOKING
The program and itinerary rates have been calculated based on the Japanese Yen to US Dollar exchange rate. Consequently, prices may fluctuate at any time due to currency exchange rate movements. Travelers or travel agencies will be notified of such price changes—whether in writing or via other means—as the traveler is responsible for covering any resulting cost differences.
Twin room (two beds) at the listed hotels or hotels of a similar category. Hotel assignments are currently provisional and subject to change. *This tour is sold as a package; therefore, staying at hotels other than those assigned for each departure is not possible.*
Double beds are not available at the hotels included in this tour.
Single-occupancy rooms may be "single" rooms, which are smaller than twin rooms.

Triple rooms consist of a twin room with an extra bed. The third bed may be smaller than the two main beds or may be a sofa bed. Triple room availability is not guaranteed until confirmed by the hotels. At Miyama Ouan (Okuhida) and Todaya (Toba), the third person may sleep on a futon, even if the room is otherwise equipped with standard beds.

The rate for children aged 0 to 5 does not include a crib, bed, meals, or train and bus seats. If any of these services are required, the child rate applies, even if the child is under 6 years of age.

Tours coinciding with dates expected to have heavy traffic and large tourist crowds.

Japanese Golden Week: April 29 to May 5. Obon Festival: August 11–16

HOTELS

This is a list of the hotels most frequently used for this tour. It is provided for reference purposes only; passengers may be accommodated in similar or alternative establishments of the same category.
The tour is sold as a package; therefore, it is not possible to stay at different hotels or switch to a different room category than those assigned for each departure.

TRIP NOTES

Travel documents are issued 8 days prior to departure.
This itinerary is subject to change due to road conditions, weather, unforeseen circumstances, or availability at the time of booking.
No discounts or refunds will be provided if passengers do not utilize any of the services included in the program (e.g., due to a delayed arrival flight).
Guests may enjoy the "ONSEN" (hot springs) in Okuhida Onsen and Toba. Please note that some accommodations may restrict access to the "onsen" for individuals with tattoos due to cultural norms; please inquire, as policies vary by establishment.
PASSENGERS WITH REDUCED MOBILITY: Many locations, hotels, and transport options in Japan are not wheelchair-accessible; therefore, it is essential to consult with us and provide notification prior to booking. **If a client arrives with a wheelchair without prior notice, we cannot guarantee participation in the tour.**
Meals do not include beverages.

FOOD ALLERGIES AND INTOLERANCES: Dietary requirements (allergies, celiac disease, vegetarian meals, etc.) must be communicated in as much detail as possible prior to arrival in Japan; however, we cannot guarantee specific diets or special menus. Please note that Japan is not generally set up to accommodate these needs. If there is a risk of severe reactions or if the client is unwilling to accept the risk of cross-contamination, we cannot provide meals. In such cases, a refund/discount of JPY 30,000 will be issued.

For flights departing from Tokyo (NRT/HND) before 11:30 AM, there may not be time for breakfast. Neither a boxed breakfast nor a refund can be provided.

ARRIVAL/DEPARTURE TRANSFERS:

Arrival Transfer (Narita/Haneda Airport – tour hotel in Tokyo): Provided via shared service with a Spanish-speaking assistant. In some instances, the transfer may not be direct. Departure Transfer (Tour hotel in Tokyo – Narita/Haneda Airport) or (Tour hotel in Osaka – KIX/ITM Airport): Provided as a shared service with a Spanish-speaking assistant. In some cases, the transfer may not be direct.
Any errors in flight information or requests to modify the transfer time/date will incur a surcharge (JPY 15,000 NET per booking). Please note that changes cannot be guaranteed due to timing or availability constraints. Furthermore, if passengers arrive on a flight other than the one originally reported without notifying us of the new flight details, the transfer will be automatically cancelled.
A surcharge of JPY 15,000 NET per booking applies for arrival transfers to NRT/HND between 22:00 and 06:00.
A surcharge of JPY 15,000 NET per booking applies for departure transfers from Tokyo for flights departing between 01:00 and 10:30 (NRT) or between 01:00 and 09:30 (HND).
A surcharge of JPY 15,000 NET per booking applies for departure transfers from Osaka for flights departing between 01:00 and 10:30 (KIX) or between 01:00 and 09:30 (ITM).

TRAIN: Reserved seats in tourist class. First-class seating is not available for this program.

SIGHTSEEING: For groups of 6 or more, the tour operates using a taxi, private car, minibus, or coach with a Spanish-speaking guide as per the itinerary, including admission to monuments marked with an asterisk (*) in the itinerary. *For groups of fewer than 5 people, public transport is used. GUIDE/ASSISTANT: Spanish-speaking local guide/assistant throughout the tour.

LUGGAGE: One standard-sized suitcase (up to 23 kg) per person is included. A surcharge of JPY 4,000 applies for a second suitcase per person/shipment (payable directly in Japan).

Travelers will spend one night in Osaka without their main luggage; please pack a carry-on bag (up to 10 kg) for that night. Main luggage will be transported directly from Osaka to Tokyo.

OTHER:

Applicable taxes, highway tolls, and parking fees are included. Tips for guides and drivers are voluntary.
If a passenger's behavior jeopardizes tour operations and/or causes disturbance to the rest of the group, they will be required to leave the tour without any discount or refund for unused services.

NOT INCLUDED: Personal expenses.

Access to the swimming pool at Okuhida Onsen is available during the summer season.

OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS

Suggested visits or tours listed in the itinerary will be offered by our local operator and can be purchased either here or on-site; however, passengers choosing to participate in these activities should not book them through a different operator, as tour schedules are subject to change. The guide has full authority to modify the order of scheduled visits due to logistical, operational, or weather-related reasons, while still honoring the contracted services.
We accept no responsibility for services booked through other companies.

CONDITIONS OF PAYMENT

Initial deposit $500.00 per passenger or the full cost of the airfare
120 days before the start of the trip 50% payment of the contracted program cost
90 days before the start of the trip 80% payment of the contracted program cost
60 days before the start of the trip 100% payment of the contracted program cost