JAPAN IN AUTUMN SEASON
JAPAN IN AUTUMN SEASON
- 9 Days | 8 Nights
Experience Japan’s most spectacular season with Samisha Holiday’s Autumn Japan Tour. Witness the breathtaking transformation as maple leaves paint the landscape in brilliant reds, golds, and oranges while traditional festivals celebrate the harvest season.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
- Shrines and Temples of Nikkō - UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Tokyo Metropolitan Sightseeing - Japan's Dynamic Capital
- teamLab Planets Tokyo - Immersive Digital Art Museum
- Mount Fuji & Heiwa Peace Park - Japan's Sacred Symbol
- Owakudani Boiling Valley - Hakone's Volcanic Wonder
- Nagoya City Sightseeing - Gateway to Traditional Japan
- Hiroshima - Peace Memorial & Island Shrine
- Osaka City Sightseeing - Japan's Kitchen & Entertainment Hub
Tour Plan
01
Mumbai – Tokyo (Narita Airport Arrival)
Depart from Mumbai by air for your exciting Japan adventure. Upon arrival at Narita International Airport, complete immigration and customs formalities. Transfer to your comfortable Tokyo hotel for check-in. Evening at leisure to relax and overcome jet lag, or take a stroll around your hotel neighborhood to experience Tokyo’s vibrant atmosphere. Enjoy authentic Indian cuisine for dinner at a local Indian restaurant.
Overnight: Tokyo
Meals: Dinner
02
Tokyo – Nikko – Tokyo (Round Trip 300 km | Full Day Excursion)
After hearty breakfast, embark on a scenic drive to Nikko, a UNESCO World Heritage Site nestled in the mountains. Visit the magnificent Tōshō-gū Shinto Shrine, the final resting place of Tokugawa Ieyasu, featuring ornate gold leaf decorations, intricate wood carvings including the famous “Three Wise Monkeys,” and stunning architectural masterpieces. Together with Futarasan Shrine and Rinnō-ji Temple, these sacred sites form the Shrines and Temples of Nikkō UNESCO World Heritage complex with 42 historic structures.
Experience the breathtaking journey through Nikko’s ancient cedar forests, where autumn transforms the landscape into a spectacular canvas of crimson, gold, and amber hues. The mountain setting provides some of Japan’s most dramatic fall foliage, typically peaking in late October to early November.
Return to Tokyo in the late afternoon. Visit Odaiba Park, Tokyo’s futuristic waterfront district, and see the iconic Statue of Liberty replica with Rainbow Bridge and Tokyo skyline backdrop. Dinner at Indian restaurant.
Overnight: Tokyo
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
03
Tokyo Metropolitan Sightseeing
After breakfast, enjoy comprehensive Tokyo city exploration. Ascend the iconic Tokyo Skytree (634 meters), Japan’s tallest broadcasting and observation tower. From the Observation Deck on the 450-meter-high Tembo Deck, marvel at breathtaking 360-degree panoramic views spanning the entire Tokyo metropolis, and on clear days, catch glimpses of Mount Fuji in the distance.
Visit the historic Asakusa Senso-ji Temple, Tokyo’s oldest and most colorful Buddhist temple founded in 628 AD. Walk through the famous Kaminarimon Gate with its massive red lantern and explore Nakamise Shopping Street, a 250-meter traditional shopping arcade lined with over 90 stalls selling traditional snacks, souvenirs, and handicrafts.
In the evening, experience the otherworldly teamLab Planets Tokyo, an immersive digital art museum where technology meets nature. Walk barefoot through water-filled rooms where koi fish swim around your feet, become one with blooming flowers in the Garden area, and lose yourself in infinite mirror installations. This “body immersive” museum comprises 4 large-scale artwork spaces and 2 interactive gardens, offering unforgettable photo opportunities and sensory experiences.
Overnight: Tokyo
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
04
Tokyo – Gotemba (Mt. Fuji) – Hakone – Mishima – Nagoya (150 km road + 240 km bullet train)
After breakfast, depart for Mt. Fuji Heiwa Peace Park in Gotemba City, commanding spectacular views of Japan’s sacred mountain, Mount Fuji (3,776m). Visit the white Peace Pagoda (Stupa), which houses sacred Buddha relics presented by late Indian Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru, symbolizing the deep friendship between India and Japan. The park offers prime photo opportunities with Mt. Fuji’s snow-capped peak as backdrop.
Enjoy lunch at an Indian restaurant before proceeding to Hakone. Experience the dramatic Owakudani Boiling Valley (“Great Boiling Valley”), an active volcanic zone created 3,000 years ago by Mount Hakone’s last eruption. Walk through the otherworldly landscape where sulfurous steam vents and bubbling hot springs create an ethereal atmosphere. Don’t miss tasting the famous Kuro-tamago (black eggs) boiled in the sulfuric hot springs—local legend says eating one adds seven years to your life!
Take the exciting Hakone Ropeway cable car from Owakudani to Togendai, soaring over the volcanic valley with stunning aerial views of Lake Ashi and Mount Fuji (weather permitting). Spot colorful replica pirate ships sailing across Lake Ashi’s turquoise waters, adding a whimsical touch to the dramatic mountain scenery.
Proceed to Mishima Station and board the famous Shinkansen bullet train to Nagoya. Check into your hotel with packed dinner.
Overnight: Nagoya
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
05
Nagoya – Kyoto Sightseeing – Okayama (135 km + 217 km by bullet train)
After breakfast, depart for Kyoto, Japan’s ancient imperial capital and cultural heart. Begin your full-day Kyoto exploration at the enchanting Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, where thousands of towering bamboo stalks create a serene, otherworldly pathway with filtered green light and rustling leaves creating natural music.
Walk across the historic Togetsu Bridge (Moon Crossing Bridge), a 155-meter wooden bridge spanning the Hozu River with magnificent views of Arashiyama’s mountains. This area showcases brilliant autumn colors with golden ginkgo and fiery red maples, making it one of Japan’s most photographed locations, especially stunning from late October through November.
After lunch, visit the magnificent Kiyomizu-dera Temple, a 1,200-year-old UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Japan’s most celebrated landmarks. The main hall’s massive wooden stage, constructed without a single nail using traditional Japanese joinery, projects 13 meters over the hillside offering spectacular views of Kyoto city below. The temple name means “Pure Water Temple,” derived from the sacred Otowa Waterfall where visitors drink from three streams, each granting different blessings (longevity, success, or love).
During autumn season (late November to early December), Kiyomizu-dera becomes absolutely spectacular as the surrounding valley explodes in brilliant reds, oranges, and yellows, with evening illuminations creating magical nighttime views.
In the evening, board the Shinkansen bullet train to Okayama. Dinner at restaurant and hotel check-in.
Overnight: Okayama
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
06
Okayama – Hiroshima & Miyajima Island – Okayama (Round Trip 320 km)
After breakfast, journey to historic Hiroshima for a profound and moving city orientation tour. Visit the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum, offering powerful exhibits documenting the atomic bombing’s impact and humanity’s path toward nuclear disarmament. Walk through Peace Memorial Park with its contemplative gardens and monuments including the A-Bomb Dome (Genbaku Dome), the only structure left standing near the hypocenter, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site symbolizing peace.
Pay respects at the Cenotaph Memorial honoring all atomic bomb victims and see the Sadako Sasaki Monument with its thousands of colorful paper cranes, telling the poignant story of a young girl’s hope for peace and recovery.
Board a short scenic ferry ride to Miyajima Island (Itsukushima), one of Japan’s three most scenic locations and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Marvel at the iconic “floating” torii gate of Itsukushima Shrine, which appears to float on water during high tide, creating one of Japan’s most photographed and spiritual scenes. Explore the sacred island’s beautiful shrines, pagodas, and scenic walking paths while interacting with friendly deer that roam freely throughout the island.
Return to mainland, enjoy lunch, and proceed back to Okayama for evening relaxation.
Overnight: Okayama
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
07
Okayama Sightseeing – Osaka (185 km)
After breakfast, discover the charms of Okayama. Visit the stunning Okayama Korakuen Garden, ranked among Japan’s three most beautiful traditional landscape gardens alongside Kenrokuen and Kairakuen. Originally constructed in 1700 for the feudal lord and renovated in 1863, this 13-hectare masterpiece features spacious lawns, tranquil ponds, walking trails, tea houses, and seasonal flowers with Okayama Castle providing a dramatic backdrop. The garden exemplifies the pinnacle of Japanese landscape design philosophy.
After lunch, proceed to Osaka, Japan’s third-largest city and renowned culinary capital. Check into your hotel and enjoy authentic Indian dinner.
Overnight: Osaka
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
08
Osaka City Tour – Kansai (50 km)
After breakfast, enjoy comprehensive Osaka orientation tour. Visit the magnificent Osaka Castle (exterior views), one of Japan’s most famous landmarks playing a crucial role in the unification of Japan during the 16th-century Azuchi-Momoyama period. The five-story main tower surrounded by impressive stone walls and moats showcases classic Japanese castle architecture.
Ascend the Umeda Sky Building Observatory, an ultramodern architectural landmark completed in 1993. Take the futuristic floating escalator to the uniquely designed Floating Garden Observatory on the 39th floor for spectacular 360-degree panoramic cityscape views of Osaka’s urban sprawl, especially stunning at sunset when the city begins to sparkle.
After lunch, immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of Dotonbori, Osaka’s most famous entertainment district and culinary paradise. This bustling riverside area has become the go-to destination for tourists and locals alike, with its iconic neon signs including the famous Glico Running Man, countless street food vendors, restaurants, and diverse shopping options. Experience Osaka’s friendly, down-to-earth culture while sampling local specialties or simply soaking in the energetic nightlife ambiance.
After dinner, transfer to Kansai for your final night.
Overnight: Kansai (near Osaka)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
09
Kansai – Mumbai (Departure)
After breakfast, transfer to Kansai International Airport (KIX) for your return flight to Mumbai.
Tour Concludes with Unforgettable Autumn Memories of Japan
Meals: Breakfast
Tour Cost per Head
per person
Rs.249400 + Airfare onwards*
Cost Inclusions
- Deluxe 4 star Hotel Accommodation on twin sharing basis
- All Meals – Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner as mentioned in the Itinerary (All Indian Meals)
- 2nd class Bullet Train Travel experience from Mishima to Nagoya and Kyoto to Okayama
- Entrance fees of all sightseeing places to be visited from inside as per the itinerary
- Transfer by AC coach for entire tour
- Boat Rides, Cable Car Rides as shown in the itinerary
- Baggage Transfer for Bullet train journey 1 Bag, Max 23 Kgs per person.
- English speaking Guide service as mentioned in the Itinerary.
- Experienced Tour Escort on tour.
Cost Exclusions
- GST as applicable, Visa charges, International Air tickets
- TCS as applicable & insurance charges (depends upon age).
- Any extra expense such as route change, Airline change, Date change, Accommodation facilities, etc incurred due to the unforeseen, unavoidable forced circumstances during the tour.
- Any extra expense such as route change, Airline change, Date change, Accommodation facilities, etc incurred due to the unforeseen, unavoidable forced circumstances during the tour.
- Porterage, laundry, telephone charges, shopping, wines & alcoholic beverages, mineral water, items of personal nature and food or drink which is not part of a set group menu.
- Any extra cost incurred on behalf of an individual due to illness, accident, hospitalization, or any personal emergency.
- Any item not mentioned under ‘Tour Cost includes’
Please Note
1. Final Tour cost in INR will be considered at the prevailing rate of exchange at the time of final Payment.
2. Passport should be valid for 6 months after the date of return to the home country.
* Disclaimer: Prices are subject to market rates at the time of booking | Services subject to availability | Terms and conditions apply | Airfare excluding
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