After breakfast, embark on a half-day city tour with your guide. Highlights include: Zojoji Temple with photo stops featuring Tokyo Tower The world-famous Shibuya Crossing Meiji Shrine, a peaceful oasis dedicated to Emperor Meiji and Empress Shoken A scenic drive through Omotesando Avenue A glimpse of the Imperial Palace and Nijubashi Bridge Pass through Akihabara, the pop-culture and tech hub View of Kokugikan Sumo Stadium Visit Sensoji Temple in Asakusa and explore Nakamise Street, full of traditional shops Return to your hotel in the afternoon. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Overnight: Tokyo Note: Accommodation may be outside central Tokyo during the Olympics.

Today, journey into the scenic countryside toward Japan’s iconic Mount Fuji. Begin with a visit to Arakurayama Sengen Park, offering postcard-perfect views of Fuji framed by a traditional pagoda Continue to the serene town of Kawaguchiko, with its lakeside charm and picturesque landscapes Visit Fuji Sengen Shrine, a sacred site nestled among tall cedar trees Enjoy a boat ride on Lake Kawaguchi Ascend to the 5th Station of Mount Fuji (weather permitting), 2,305 meters above sea level Later, relax at a traditional Ryokan and experience the therapeutic Onsen baths. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner Overnight: Kawaguchiko Note: Winter weather may limit access to the 5th Station. Ryokan rooms may vary between Japanese and Western styles.

Depart Kawaguchiko after breakfast and make your way towards Kyoto. En route: Stop at Iyashi no Sato Nenba, a restored mountain village showcasing traditional Japanese life and local crafts Visit the spectacular Shiraito Falls, cascading like threads of silk through lush greenery Explore the Toyota Museum in Nagoya – a fascinating look at innovation and history Arrive in Kyoto, Japan’s former imperial capital. Meals: Breakfast Overnight: Kyoto

Explore the timeless beauty of Kyoto, untouched by WWII and rich in heritage: Start in Arashiyama, crossing the Togetsukyo Bridge with scenic mountain views Visit Tenryuji Temple, a major Zen site and UNESCO World Heritage monument Walk through the iconic Bamboo Grove Visit Fushimi Inari Shrine, with its famous path of thousands of vermilion torii gates Photo stops at the Imperial Palace Explore Kinkaku-ji, the renowned Golden Pavilion, surrounded by tranquil gardens In the evening, stroll through Gion, the historic Geisha district Meals: Breakfast Overnight: Kyoto

After breakfast, journey into rural Japan with a scenic drive to: Tsumago, a charming village preserved in Edo-period style with wooden architecture and stone paths Matsumoto, where you’ll visit the iconic 16th-century Crow Castle Enjoy time to explore the lively city center before continuing to Nagano Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Overnight: Nagano

Begin the day with a visit to Zenkoji Temple, home to Japan’s first Buddhist statue. Participate in the Gomakuyo blessing ceremony. Next, travel through the Japanese Alps to: Jigokudani Monkey Park, where wild snow monkeys bathe in natural hot springs (seasonal viewing) High-altitude mountain landscapes (up to 2,172 meters), dotted with volcanoes Kusatsu Onsen, a vibrant hot spring town Watch the traditional Yumomi water-cooling show Take a walk through the city park with its open-air Onsen Arrive in Ikaho, a nostalgic spa town known for its stone stairways Relax at a traditional Ryokan and enjoy its healing hot baths Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Overnight: Ikaho Note: Monkey sightings and the Yumomi show are seasonal and may be affected by weather.

Wrap up your Japanese journey with a stop in Nikko, home to some of Japan’s most ornate temples: Visit Nikko Toshogu Shrine, a lavishly decorated UNESCO site Explore the peaceful Taiyuinbyo Mausoleum Enjoy a riverside walk at Kanmangafuchi Abyss, watched over by rows of Jizo statues After free time in Nikko’s town center, return to Tokyo for departure. Meals: Breakfast