Culturally unique and scenically beautiful there is nothing quite like a holiday to Japan and it continues to grow in popularity. Alongside soaring skyscrapers, and neon lights, treasured ancient traditions like the graceful geisha, and the art of the tea ceremony still hold their place in daily Japanese life. Amongst the history and religious shrines, you’ll find modern cities, meet the politest people, you are ever likely to encounter, dine on delicious local delicacies and discover why Japan continues to be a ‘must visit’ destination.
Our 20-day Very Best of Japan tour gives you the chance to see some of this amazing country’s best highlights at a leisurely pace. During the tour, you’ll visit some of the country’s best-known attractions and cities, such as Tokyo, Mount Fuji, Kyoto and Hiroshima. We will also show you some of Japan’s lesser-known spots and hidden gems, such as the beautiful preserved old towns of Takayama and Kurishiki and the delightful Higashi Chaya district in Kanazawa. We visit not one, but two of Japan’s most famous gardens, ride the famous bullet train, learn to make sushi and even have dinner with a Maiko, an apprentice Geisha. For those that wish there is also an opportunity to stay in a traditional Japanese Ryokan.
Along the way, you’ll be guided by our expert Distant Journeys Tour Manager, who is there to ensure you get the very best from your holiday, whether there are arrangements you need or you’re simply seeking advice on the local area.
With quality accommodation, breakfast, transport and several meals also all taken care of for you, our Very Best of Japan tour offers exceptional value for money as well as an adventure that you will never forget.
SPECIAL OFFER: Book by 30th June 2022 to save £150 per person on all tours to Japan departing from September 2022.
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Our Directors have a combined experience of over 75 years in the travel industry, meaning you can be confident that our Japan tour is of the highest standard. On top of this, they’re genuine escorted touring experts who know everything there is to know about creating the best Japan tour packages from the UK.
We are ten-time winners at the prestigious British Travel Awards and have been awarded Feefo’s highest Platinum Trusted rating.
All our escorted tours to Japan are fully-bonded by the Civil Aviation Authority (ATOL no. 10913), so you can be 100% certain that your money is secure when you book. Plus, if Distant Journeys is unable to operate your tour due to Covid-19, we will give you the option to change to another tour, defer your holiday to a later departure date or cancel your holiday with a full refund.
Since 2016, Distant Journeys has won awards every year at the highly respected British Travel Awards. While we do pride ourselves on the quality of our tours, it means everything to us when our company is recognised in such a way. Distant Journeys has won multiple awards for our tours to Australia and New Zealand, and more recently also for our tours to South Africa.
We are delighted to say that in 2019 and in 2020 Distant Journeys has been awarded silver in the ‘Best Small Escorted Tours Company’ category. These prestigious awards are voted for by the public, so they really are a great acknowledgement of the hard work that goes into creating our escorted tours. Why not book a Japan tour and see for yourself what makes Distant Journeys’ tours award worthy?
Escorted tours to Japan have many and varied highlights, and below are just some you will experience on the Distant Journeys Very Best of Japan tour:
Providing exceptional value while maintaining the highest standards is at the heart of everything we do.
Distant Journeys appreciate the hotels in which you stay are an integral part of your holiday enjoyment, which is why we take great care in hand-picking all the accommodation features in our tours to Japan. Location and quality are always paramount considerations, and we strive to provide the best of both.
Visit Japan with Distant Journeys, and you’ll enjoy so many amazing experiences, at no extra cost. From dinner with an apprentice Geisha, to a journey on the bullet train, they’re all included in the price of your Japan tour package.
At Distant Journeys, we think we’ve found the perfect balance of freedom and flexibility that every escorted tour of Japan needs.
The choice is yours. On our 20-day Very Best of Japan tour, our flights with Cathay Pacific depart from London Heathrow, London Gatwick or Manchester. Alternatively, travel direct to Tokyo with ANA from London Heathrow (supplement from £295 per person). Just pick whichever one suits you best.
On an escorted tour, we think it’s important to still have the flexibility to enjoy experiences that really interest you. And our Very Best of Japan tour has a variety of included experiences plus some free time for you to do whatever you choose.
Who wouldn’t? If you would like to extend your stay in Japan after your tour, you can! Arranging flights for you to accommodate this is all part of the service. Or why not choose to make the most of your homebound journey and extend your holiday in either Hong Kong or Dubai?
When booking onto our Very Best of Japan tour departing from September 2022, you will save £150 per person when booking your place before 30th June 2022. Please call our team for more details.
Distant Journeys has won 10 awards in the last five years, at the British Travel Awards, and we have been awarded Feefo’s highest Platinum Trusted Rating for customer satisfaction.
Know you are paying the best price for your holiday with our Price Promise. We never offer last minute discounts and we guarantee the earlier you book the better the offer you’ll receive.
Book in the confidence your money is 100% safe. All Distant Journeys holidays are fully bonded by the Civil Aviation Authority (ATOL number 10913) or ABTOT (number 5427).
For your peace of mind, if Distant Journeys is unable to operate your tour due to Covid-19, you will be given the choice of changing your tour or you may choose to receive a full refund.
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