Timeless Japan: The Golden Route with a Cultural Escape to Nara
Japan's Original Capital: Nara!
Details
Overview
Enhance your Golden Route journey through Japan with this expertly curated itinerary featuring Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka—and an immersive stop in Nara, Japan’s ancient capital.
Begin in Tokyo at Hotel Groove Shinjuku, A PARKROYAL Hotel, ideally located for exploring the city's vibrant culture, shopping, and cuisine. Then, travel effortlessly with your included 7-Day Japan Rail Pass to Kyoto and check in at DoubleTree by Hilton Kyoto Station, offering prime access to historic temples and traditional streetscapes.
Next, enjoy a 2-night stay at Novotel Nara, a peaceful base to explore Nara’s cultural treasures. A private guided half-day tour is included, with highlights like Tōdai-ji Temple, Nara Park, and Kasuga Taisha Shrine—perfectly blending natural beauty and deep history.
Wrap up with 3 nights at Centara Grand Hotel Osaka, a luxurious stay in Japan’s food capital. From street food to fine dining, Osaka delivers a vibrant finale. With your rail pass still active, day trips remain easy and flexible.
This well-paced itinerary offers the ideal mix of modern comfort, local insight, and timeless heritage—elevated by the cultural richness of Nara.
Pricing & Duration
STARTING AT: £2300.34 / PERSONCustomizable tour with flexible dates
timelapse 10 nights
Inclusions
- Direct flights from London - Tokyo
- Includes Japan Rail Pass for stress-free, flexible travel
- Includes half day, private guided tour of Nara, the home of Japanese tradition.
- With fewer crowds and a more relaxed pace, Nara offers a serene and deeply spiritual atmosphere
- As Japan’s first permanent capital, Nara is where Japanese culture began.
Accomodation Details
Royal Park Hotel Tokyo Nihonbashi
2-1-1 Nihonbashi-Kakigara-cho
Property Location
With a stay at Royal Park Hotel Tokyo Nihonbashi, you'll be centrally located in Tokyo, steps from Musee Hamaguchi Yozo Yamasa Collection and minutes from Matsushima Shrine. This 4-star hotel is within close proximity of Okannonji Temple and Koami Shrine.
Room Type: standard double room
DoubleTree by Hilton Kyoto Station
15 Nishi-Iwamotocho, Higashi-kujo, , Kyoto
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Kyoto Grande, In Kyoto (Central Kyoto)
Room Type: standard queen room
