8 Days Japan Autumn Leaves Tour: Golden Route from Osaka to Tokyo
Japan's autumn colors, or koyo, offer a spectacular natural display that often remains overshadowed by the famous cherry blossoms of spring
🗓️ 8 Days / 7 Nights 👥 Private 🌐 English Guide ⭐ 4.78/5 (56 reviews)
Tour Highlights
✓ Japan's autumn colors, or koyo, offer a spectacular natural display that often remains overshadowed by the famous cherry blossoms of spring
✓ Our “ 8 Days Autumn Leaves Tour traces a path through Japan’s most iconic cities and scenic spots along the Golden Route - Osaka, Nara, Kyoto, Tokyo, Mount Fuji
✓ This meticulously curated itinerary ensures you witness the pinnacle of autumn beauty at must-see sights and premier leaf-viewing locations
✓ Explore the serene beauty of autumn leaves at shrines, temples, and traditional Japanese gardens
✓ This tour offers a perfect blend of cultural heritage and natural beauty, ideal for first-time visitors to see the different facets of Japan in japan autumn sea
Detailed Itinerary
D1 Tokyo Arrival
Welcome to Japan! Meet your guide at the airport. Transfer to your hotel in central Tokyo. Evening orientation walk and welcome dinner.
D2 Tokyo — Tradition Meets Future
Morning visit to Meiji Jingu Shrine and the fashionable Omotesando and Harajuku area. Afternoon at Shibuya Crossing and Shinjuku Gyoen Garden. Evening in the neon-lit Kabukicho district.
D3 Tokyo — Imperial & Cultural
Visit Tsukiji Outer Market for breakfast. Then explore Senso-ji Temple in Asakusa and Nakamise shopping street. Afternoon at the Imperial Palace East Garden. Evening at Akihabara Electric Town.
D4 Tokyo to Kyoto
Board the Shinkansen (bullet train) to Kyoto. Afternoon visit to Fushimi Inari Shrine with its thousands of vermilion torii gates. Evening stroll through Gion, Kyoto's geisha district.
D5 Kyoto — Temples & Traditions
Full day exploring Kyoto's treasures: Kinkakuji (Golden Pavilion), Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, Tenryuji Temple, and the iconic Kiyomizudera Temple. Option to experience a traditional tea ceremony.
D6 Nara Day Trip
Day trip to Nara, Japan's first capital. Visit Todaiji Temple (housing the Great Buddha), interact with the friendly deer in Nara Park, and explore Kasuga Taisha Shrine. Return to Kyoto for farewell dinner.
D7 Departure from Osaka
After breakfast, transfer to Kansai International Airport (Osaka) for departure. Or extend your stay to explore Osaka.
D8 Day 8 — Cultural Exploration
Explore the local markets, artisan workshops, and hidden lanes with your guide. Discover the authentic daily life and traditions of this fascinating destination.
What's Included & Excluded
✅ Included
- ✓ Hotel accommodation with daily breakfast
- ✓ Professional English-speaking guide
- ✓ All transportation per itinerary
- ✓ Entrance fees to listed attractions
- ✓ Airport transfers on arrival and departure
❌ Excluded
- ✗ International flights
- ✗ Travel insurance
- ✗ Personal expenses and tips
- ✗ Visa fees (if applicable)