10-Day Discover Japan Autumn Colors
(Small Group Tour)

Leave the busy city behind and head out on a peaceful journey to Kawaguchiko, about 1.5 hours away. This beautiful mountain area is one of the best places to see amazing fall colors in Japan. Your first stop is Arakurayama Sengen Park, where you'll get a famous view of Mt. Fuji with bright autumn leaves all around—a perfect photo spot! Next, walk through the Maple Corridor (Momiji Kairou), a quiet path lined with maple trees glowing in red and orange.
Later, take a fun ride on a pirate-style ship across Lake Ashinoko. The calm lake reflects the fall colors and nearby hills. Your guide will share interesting stories about the area's volcanoes and samurai past.
To finish the day, hop on the Hakone Tozan Train. This mountain train takes you through forests filled with fall colors as it climbs up and down the hills. After the ride, your guide will escort you to your hotel, where you can unwind and take in the peaceful surroundings.

Travel Style: Private Guide, Driver, and Private Vehicle
Accommodation: Shibuya Excel Hotel Tokyu or similar

Start your day with a relaxed morning in Tokyo. You can grab breakfast at a cozy café, take a peaceful walk in a nearby park, or do some last-minute shopping in places like Ginza or Shibuya.
In the afternoon, head to the train station and hop on the Shinkansen (bullet train) to Kanazawa. Once you arrive at Kanazawa Station, make your way to the hotel and settle in for the night.

Accommodation: Kanazawa Tokyu Hotel or similar

Travel back in time with a visit to the charming village of Shirakawa-go, a UNESCO World Heritage site hidden in the Japanese Alps. Your English-speaking driver-guide will pick you up from Kanazawa and share fun and interesting stories about the area along the way.
Once you arrive, walk across the wooden bridge over the Shō River and explore the village's unique gasshō-zukuri houses, known for their steep, thatched roofs that look like hands in prayer. You'll have over two hours to enjoy the peaceful surroundings, snap photos from the scenic lookout, and get a feel for life in old Japan.
Afterward, head back to Kanazawa and enjoy the rest of your day however you like - whether relaxing at your hotel or exploring more of the city.

Travel Style: English-Speaking Driver Cum Guide
Accommodation: Kanazawa Tokyu Hotel or similar

Enjoy the beauty of fall in Kanazawa as your guide takes you through the stunning Kenrokuen Garden, one of Japan's most famous gardens. Walk along peaceful paths, see maple trees glowing red and gold, and pause at serene ponds, gracefully arched bridges, and traditional teahouses tucked among the foliage. Next, visit the 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art, just a short walk away. Its creative and modern exhibits are a fun contrast to the city's traditional side.
Continue to Kanazawa Castle, where autumn's warm tones frame the white plaster walls and stately turrets of this beautifully reconstructed landmark. As the sun sets on a day steeped in culture, history, and seasonal beauty, return to your hotel for a restful evening.

Travel Style: Private Guided Walking Tour + Public Transportation
Accommodation: Kanazawa Tokyu Hotel or similar

Enjoy a relaxed morning at your own pace. When it's time, head to Kanazawa Station to catch your train to Kyoto, with a smooth transfer at Tsuruga Station.
Upon arrival in Kyoto, make your way to the hotel and settle in for the next chapter of your journey.

Accommodation: Kyoto Tokyu Hotel or similar

Begin your day with a walk up Mount Inari, where thousands of red torii gates form a magical path leading to the famous Fushimi Inari-Taisha Shrine. Surrounded by golden fall leaves, the walk feels calm and magical.
Next, visit Nijo Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site once home to the Tokugawa Shoguns. Explore its beautifully decorated rooms and listen to the soft chirping of the nightingale floors as you walk.
Then, head to Nishiki Market, where you'll find all kinds of delicious local foods. Try seasonal snacks, sweets, or sushi as you explore this colorful and lively spot known as "Kyoto's Kitchen."
Later, dress in a traditional kimono and take part in a Japanese tea ceremony inside a classic wooden Machiya house. Watch a tea master prepare matcha, then enjoy a cup of tea and traditional sweets.
End the day at Nanzen-ji Temple, where vibrant autumn leaves surround peaceful Zen gardens. Walk beneath the grand Sanmon Gate and enjoy a quiet moment in one of Kyoto's most beautiful places.

Travel Style: Private English-Speaking Guide + Public Transportation
Accommodation: Kyoto Tokyu Hotel or similar

Spend the day in Arashiyama, where autumn turns Kyoto's western hills into a stunning landscape of color. Walk through peaceful bamboo groves as tall stalks sway gently in the breeze, and enjoy scenic views from Togetsukyo Bridge, overlooking the Katsura River and the surrounding crimson and gold forested hills.
Then head back to central Kyoto for a relaxing stroll along the Philosopher's Path, lined with bright maple leaves and quiet canal views. For a less crowded option, enjoy the autumn scenery at Okazaki Canal.
In the evening, wander the charming streets of Gion, where glowing lanterns and traditional teahouses capture the timeless beauty of old Kyoto.

Travel Style: English-Speaking Guide, Driver, and Vehicle
Accommodation: Kyoto Tokyu Hotel or similar

Make your way to Kansai Airport by taxi or express train for your flight to your next destination.

Optional: Private transfer from the airport to the hotel is available upon request for an additional fee.