Travel Type
Rail itineraries
Duration
5 Days/4 Nights
Country
Japan
 

Embark on a richly immersive 5-day journey through Japan’s cultural and historical heartlands. Begin in Kyoto, the ancient imperial capital, where you’ll explore iconic temples, serene bamboo forests, and vibrant shrines on a guided bus tour with multilingual audio support. Continue to Hiroshima, a city of resilience and peace, visiting the hauntingly powerful Peace Memorial Park and the sacred island of Miyajima, home to the famous floating torii gate of Itsukushima Shrine. Wrap up your adventure in lively Osaka, where you can enjoy the city’s culinary delights and optionally attend a spectacular sumo-themed dinner show. With seamless rail travel, luggage transfer, and centrally located hotels included, this program offers the perfect balance of structure and flexibility, ideal for first-time visitors seeking a deep and meaningful introduction to Japan’s heritage, beauty, and spirit. Let the stories of the past and present unfold as you journey through three unforgettable cities.

Inclusions

– 5-day Kansai Hiroshima Area Pass
– 4-night accommodation
– 5 meals: 4 breakfasts and 1 lunch
– Hiroshima full day tour
– Kyoto full day tour
– Baggage transport services from Kyoto to Osaka on Day 3 (1 baggage per person)

Exclusions

Flights – Gratuities to hotel staff – Meals (other than those mentioned) – Beverages – Travel insurance – Optional excursions – Local city tax (if applicable), varies from city to city, to be paid directly to the hotel in destination – Visas (if required) – All other item not mention in the inclusions section.

Additional Information

Notes:

• Twin room size will be at least 13 sqm, and single room size will be at least 10 sqm.
• Schedules, sightseeing spots, and the order of visits are subject to change due to traffic, weather, or other local conditions.
• Breakfast may be served as a set menu or buffet style, depending on the hotel.
• Breakfast may not be available depending on the time of your return flight on the final day. No refund will be provided in such cases.
• This is not a private tour; you will be joined by other guests.
• During peak travel times, train seating may not allow you to sit next to your companions.
• Optional activity: Sumo Hall Hirakuza Osaka Admission Ticket – Closed on Tuesdays.

1

DAY 1 ARRIVAL IN KYOTO

Upon arrival at Kyoto station, make your own way to your hotel. After check-in, the rest of the day is at leisure to relax or explore the surroundings at your own pace.

Meals : No meals included

Accommodation : Kyoto for 2 nights

2

DAY 2 KYOTO SIGHTSEEING TOUR

After breakfast at the hotel, set off on a full-day Kyoto sightseeing tour by coach, accompanied by an audio guide (please note that the schedule and itinerary may be subject to change). The tour begins near Kyoto Station at Tully’s Coffee AVANTI and takes you to some of the city’s most iconic landmarks. You will visit the renowned Kiyomizu-dera Temple as well as Sanjusangen-do Temple, famous for its impressive rows of statues. Enjoy a buffet lunch in the charming district of Arashiyama, followed by a pleasant walk across Togetsu-kyo Bridge and through the enchanting Sagano Bamboo Forest. The journey continues with a visit to Tenryu-ji Temple, then the stunning Kinkaku-ji, also known as the Golden Pavilion. The day concludes at the famous Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine, celebrated for its thousands of red torii gates. The tour ends at Kyoto Station, from where you will make your own way back to the hotel. Audio guides are available in multiple languages, including English, French, Italian, Spanish, Russian, Chinese, Thai, and Indonesian.

Meals : Breakfast, Lunch

3

DAY 3 KYOTO TO HIROSHIMA AND MIYAJIMA TOUR

Please leave your main suitcase at the hotel bell desk by 7:30 AM for next-day delivery to Osaka (one piece per person). After breakfast, make your way independently to Hiroshima using your JR Pass. Upon arrival, join the Hiroshima and Miyajima shared sightseeing tour with lunch (please note that the schedule and itinerary are subject to change). The tour begins at Hiroshima Station and includes a visit to the Peace Memorial Park and the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum, where you will gain insight into the city’s history. You will also see the iconic Atomic Bomb Dome. After some free time for lunch on your own, continue to Miyajimaguchi and take a ferry to Miyajima Island. There, you will visit the famous Itsukushima Shrine, known for its picturesque “floating” torii gate. After exploring the island, return by ferry to Miyajimaguchi. The tour concludes at Hiroshima Station, from where you will make your own way back to your hotel.

Meals : Breakfast

Accommodation : Hiroshima for 1 night

4

DAY 4 HIROSHIMA TO OSAKA

After breakfast, use the Kansai-Hiroshima Area Pass to travel to Osaka independently. The rest of the day is free.

Meals : Breakfast

Accommodation : Osaka for 1 night

Optional Excursions : You may choose to attend the Sumo Hall Hirakuza Osaka for a unique cultural show featuring performances by former sumo wrestlers, interactive ring experiences, and photo sessions. Please check with one of our agents for pricing.

5

DAY 5 DEPARTURE FROM OSAKA

After breakfast, make your own way to Kansai International Airport for your departure flight.

Meals : Breakfast

HOTEL OPTIONS OR SIMILAR

Kyoto: Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Shijo 4*
(3 nights)
Hiroshima: Mitsui Garden Hotel Hiroshima 4*
(1 night)
Osaka: The Rise Hotel Osaka Namba 4*
(1 night)

Rates in CA$, per person, starting from

Land Package
Daily departures 2026-2027Double occupancy
Season A1999
Season B2039
Season C2399
Season D2539
Season E2679
Season F2799
Season G2929
SUPPLEMENTS
Single supplement535
Sumo Hall Hirakuza OsakaOn request depending on seats

**Prices in this document are for information only; they were issued at press time, for the current year. Please note that due to exchange rates and temporary promotions, they can increase or decrease at any time. Contact your travel agent for the price and promotion of the moment. Prices include the contribution of customers to the Compensation Fund for clients of Quebec travel agents.

*** PLEASE CAREFULLY READ OUR TERMS & CONDITIONS. ***

Kansai Hiroshima Area Pass

The Kansai Hiroshima Area Pass (5 days) is a convenient and cost-effective rail pass designed for international travelers exploring western Japan. It offers unlimited travel for 5 consecutive days on JR trains and selected transportation within the designated area.
What’s included:
• Unlimited rides on JR West trains within the coverage area (you can reserve the seats with no additional cost)
• Access to Sanyo Shinkansen (including the Sakura and Kodama trains) between Shin-Osaka and Hiroshima
• Travel on the JR Kyoto Line, JR Kobe Line, JR Osaka Loop Line, and many more local JR routes
• Access to the JR ferry to Miyajima
• Valid on Rapid, Special Rapid, and Local trains
• Perfect for travel between Kyoto, Osaka, Himeji, Okayama, Hiroshima, and Miyajima
Important Notes:
• Reserved seats are not included (you can reserve the seats with no additional cost)
• Valid only for 5 consecutive days
• Exclusive to foreign tourists

Kyoto, Hiroshima and Osaka in 5 days – Detailed itinerary
Kyoto, Hiroshima and Osaka in 5 days – Detailed itinerary