18 Day Japan Ultimate Adventure
Worthwhile Journeys Tour

18 Day Japan Ultimate Adventure

18 days
From £2,195

Tour Japan on our 18 day adventure

18 days of neon nights, Japanese culture, incredible food, Disney magic, mountains, temples, nightlife and unforgettable experiences with your new travel crew.

Small-group travelBig moments. A closer-knit crew.
Your kind of peopleYour pace. Your kind of adventure.
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Japan Trip

Start among Tokyo's Shibuya lights, sushi spots and neighbourhoods, then head into mountain Japan for snow monkeys, Mount Fuji, a ryokan and hot springs. Kyoto brings torii gates, bamboo, noodle making, temples and time to explore its old streets.

Continue to Nara's deer and temples, Hiroshima and Miyajima before wrapping up in Osaka with the castle, great food and a samurai class. Eighteen days give this Japan route room to range from big-city buzz to mountain and cultural experiences.

Japan Trip

Japan Trip

Your day-by-day immersion

The itinerary

Japan Go Worthwhile

Your Japan adventure, one day at a time.

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Your adventure begins

Your Japanese adventure starts now!

Meet your group at the airport before your private transfer into Tokyo. Check into your hotel and meet your fellow travellers before heading out for your first Japanese welcome dinner.

Then head up to a rooftop bar overlooking Tokyo's incredible skyline for cocktails as the city lights up around you.

Finish the night with a relaxed stroll through Tokyo's neon lit streets and soak up your first taste of Japan.

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Day 1 highlights

Today you get your first proper taste of Tokyo.

Start at the iconic Shibuya Crossing, watching the famous scramble before exploring the surrounding shops, cafés and colourful streets.

Then get hands on in a sushi making class, learning how to make your own sushi before sitting down to enjoy it together. Spend the afternoon discovering Tokyo's quirky neighbourhoods, shops and hidden spots.

As evening arrives, experience Tokyo after dark with your new travel crew.

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Day 3 highlights

Today is all about Tokyo's trendiest side.

Head to Harajuku for shopping, Takeshita Street, colourful fashion, quirky cafés and some of the city's most recognisable youth-culture spots.

Then make your way to Tokyo Tower, the iconic orange-and-white landmark overlooking the city.

Take in the incredible skyline before heading out for dinner and another fun evening in Tokyo.

Day 4 highlights

Today, you get to choose your own Tokyo adventure!

Option 1 - Mario Kart Style Street Experience

Explore Tokyo's famous gaming and pop-culture districts, browse quirky shops and discover some of the city's most unusual experiences.

Then get behind the wheel for your Mario Kart-style street-kart experience through Tokyo.

Race through the streets, take in the incredible skyline and experience Tokyo from a completely different perspective.

OR

Option 2 - Tokyo Disneyland

Spend the day at Tokyo Disneyland, enjoying the rides, themed lands, shows, Disney food and incredible atmosphere of one of Japan's biggest attractions.

Whether you're a lifelong Disney fan or simply want to experience one of Japan's most iconic attractions, it's the perfect day out.

Choose your experience — Mario Kart or Disney!

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Day 5 highlights

Today is all about discovering Tokyo at your own pace.

Head out with your travel crew and explore some of the city's famous neighbourhoods, hidden streets, shops, cafés and photo spots.

Visit Meiji Shrine, wander through Yoyogi Park and discover more of Harajuku before continuing into the colourful streets of Shibuya.

Spend the afternoon shopping, trying Japanese snacks, finding TikTok famous spots or simply getting lost in the incredible energy of Tokyo.

As evening arrives, come together for dinner and enjoy one final night experiencing Tokyo after dark.

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Day 6 highlights

Leave Tokyo behind and head into the Japanese mountains.

Visit Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park and walk through the forest to see Japan's famous macaques in their natural surroundings.

After your Snow Monkey adventure, continue to a traditional Japanese onsen town.

Spend the evening relaxing, enjoying the mountain atmosphere and experiencing another side of Japan.

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Day 7 highlights

Wake up surrounded by Japanese mountain scenery before heading to the Mount Fuji region.

Check into a beautiful traditional Japanese ryokan and settle into your Japanese style accommodation.

Spend the afternoon around the Fuji area taking in incredible views of the mountain and surrounding lakes.

Then it's time to relax in the traditional hot baths, giving you the chance to fully unwind after your adventure through the mountains.

Finish the day with a traditional Japanese dinner.

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Day 8 highlights

Wake early for the chance to see Mount Fuji at sunrise before heading onwards to Kyoto.

Once you've arrived and checked into your hotel, spend the evening discovering Kyoto's atmospheric streets, local food spots and hidden bars.

Ease into the city and get ready for several days exploring one of Japan's most beautiful destinations.

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Day 9 highlights

Today is one of the biggest sightseeing days of the trip.

Start at Fushimi Inari Taisha, famous for its thousands of vibrant red torii gates winding through the hillside.

Then head to Arashiyama and explore the famous Bamboo Grove, surrounded by towering bamboo and beautiful traditional scenery.

Spend the rest of the day exploring Arashiyama's streets, shops, cafés and riverside spots before heading back into Kyoto.

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Day 10 highlights

Today is all about Japanese food.

Get hands on in a Japanese noodle making masterclass, learning how to make traditional noodles from scratch before sitting down together to enjoy what you've made.

Afterwards, spend the afternoon exploring Kyoto at your own pace.

Browse independent shops, discover hidden cafés, wander through traditional neighbourhoods or simply relax and soak up the atmosphere.

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Day 11 highlights

Today is one of the most photogenic days of the trip.

Head to Kyoto's historic Higashiyama area and get dressed up in a traditional Japanese kimono.

Then explore the area in your kimonos, visiting Kiyomizu-dera Temple and wandering through the famous Ninenzaka and Sannenzaka streets.

Take in the traditional wooden buildings, Japanese shops, cafés and incredible photo spots before returning your kimonos.

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Day 12 highlights

Today is all about Japanese flavours and having fun with the group.

Take part in a matcha making experience, learning how matcha is traditionally prepared and getting to make your own.

Spend the afternoon exploring Kyoto at your own pace — shop for souvenirs, discover cafés, visit temples or simply relax.

Then get ready for one of the biggest nights of the trip. Karaoke Night!

Book a private karaoke room for the group, with drinks and snacks while everyone battles it out to become the Worthwhile Japan karaoke champion.

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Day 13 highlights

Today we're heading to Nara.

Meet the famous Nara deer, explore the city's historic streets and visit the incredible Todai-ji Temple.

Grab some Japanese street food before exploring Nara's parks, shops and traditional areas.

Then return to Kyoto for a relaxed final evening in the city.

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Day 14 highlights

Leave Kyoto behind and travel to Hiroshima.

Visit Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park and Museum and learn about the city's history.

Spend the afternoon exploring Hiroshima's local streets, food spots and atmosphere before enjoying a relaxed evening together.

Stay overnight in Hiroshima.

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Day 15 highlights

Today we're heading to Miyajima Island.

Travel across to the island and discover one of Japan's most beautiful destinations.

See the incredible Great Torii Gate, explore Itsukushima Shrine, wander the traditional streets and meet the island's famous deer.

Spend the afternoon soaking up the island atmosphere before watching the sunset.

Then return to Hiroshima for your overnight stay.

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Day 16 highlights

Travel onwards to Osaka, Japan's food and nightlife capital.

After checking into your hotel, visit the iconic Osaka Castle.

Then it's time to eat!

Take on an Osaka street food experience, trying local favourites such as takoyaki and okonomiyaki.

As the sun goes down, head into Dotonbori and experience the famous neon lights, restaurants, photo spots and buzzing atmosphere.

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Day 17 highlights

Your final full day in Japan deserves a big finish.

Step back in time with a hands on Samurai sword experience in Osaka.

Learn traditional sword techniques, dress in Samurai style clothing and experience a completely different side of Japanese culture.

Afterwards, enjoy some free time to shop for last minute souvenirs, grab some food or simply relax before your final evening together.

Everyone meets back up for your final farewell dinner and rooftop drinks.

Raise a glass to the friendships, adventures and memories you've made over the last 17 days.

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Day 18 highlights

Enjoy a relaxed final morning for breakfast, last-minute shopping and one final Japanese coffee.

Then it's time to say sayonara to Japan and your new travel crew

Meet your crew early

Say hello (before you go!)

The adventure starts before the airport. Meet your travel mates in the Go Worthwhile App, swap plans and make that first hello feel like a reunion.

  • Break the ice in your pre-trip group
  • Swap packing tips and travel plans
  • Land knowing a few familiar faces
Meet the Go Worthwhile Crew

Your pre-trip group is included with your booking.

What's included

A closer look at what's covered in your tour.

  • Airport welcome and private transfer
  • Welcome dinner & rooftop cocktails
  • Shibuya Crossing
  • Sushi making class
  • Harajuku shopping
  • Tokyo Tower
  • Choice of Mario Kart-style Tokyo experience or Tokyo Disneyland
  • Meiji Shrine
  • Snow Monkey Park
  • Mount Fuji region
  • Japanese hot baths
  • Fushimi Inari
  • Famous red torii gates
  • Arashiyama Bamboo Grove
  • Japanese noodle-making masterclass
  • Traditional kimono dress-up experience
  • Kiyomizu-dera
  • Matcha-making experience
  • Nara deer
  • Todai-ji Temple
  • Private karaoke night
  • Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park & Museum
  • Great Torii Gate
  • Itsukushima Shrine
  • Miyajima deer
  • Osaka Castle
  • Samurai sword experience
  • Osaka street food experience
  • Dotonbori
  • Farewell dinner & drinks
  • 17 nights accommodation

Before you go

Frequently asked questions

Japan can suit a range of budgets. You can save money by pre booking a tour, in hostels, eating at local restaurants and using Japan’s extensive public transport network.

We recommend 2–3 weeks to experience a good mix of Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, Mount Fuji and some of Japan’s quieter destinations.

Popular destinations include Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, Mount Fuji, Hiroshima and Nara, with plenty of smaller towns and countryside areas to explore along the way.

Yes. Japan is easy to explore independently, with excellent public transport and plenty of accommodation and activities designed for travellers.

Visa requirements depend on your nationality and length of stay. Always check the latest entry requirements before travelling.

Japan is generally considered a safe destination for travellers. As anywhere, it's still important to take normal precautions with your belongings and follow local laws and customs.

Japan has an excellent transport network of trains, bullet trains, buses and metros. The Shinkansen makes travelling between major cities particularly quick and convenient.

Japan is a year-round destination. Spring is famous for cherry blossoms, summer offers festivals and hiking, autumn brings colourful foliage, while winter is ideal for skiing and snow-covered scenery.

Definitely try sushi, ramen, takoyaki, tempura, okonomiyaki and Japanese curry. Each region also has its own local specialities worth discovering.

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