G Adventures: What Are the Top Destinations in Japan?

"Adventure travel is more than a vacation. It’s a chance to get to know your world better by putting yourself on a first-name basis with the people, places, and things that make it worth exploring. This is your planet. Come and get it. We’re the small-group adventure travel experts, and have been for over 20 years. We got that way by listening to travellers and giving them what they want: Top-no... "

Japan guided tours may include Tokyo and Kyoto, but also natural treasures like Mount Fuji, ancient forests, hot springs (aka. “onsen”) and cherry blossom.

Below are our most visited cities, destinations and national parks in Japan.

The Tokyo metropolitan area with 30 million people is probably the largest city in the world. You can find the best hotels, the finest restaurants and the most luxury cars, watches, clothes, just as electronics etc here. There is also lots of night life, some great temples and the world famous fish market (for the best sushi).

Kyoto is the former capital of Japan and - even though it is a large and modern city, it feels small and traditional. You can find lots of temples, kimonos and geishas, all you need for some great pictures. Between Kyoto and Osaka is Nara, another former capital worth visiting.

Mount Fuji is the highest mountain / active volcano in Japan, standing at 3,776 m. It is commonly known as one of the most famous cultural icons of Japan. Many Japanese and Tourists cliomb the volcano.

Osaka is the 2nd largest city of Japan with a large harbour. Tourists may like the Osaka Castle, Large Wheel and Aquarium with a whale shark.

Hiroshima is by foreigners known for one thing: the nuclear bomb that was dropped by the US Americans on August 16th, 1945 with the intention to end the 2nd world war. The city recovered, but monuments are still visible.

Hakone is a small city over a larger area. It features many hot springs and is home to lake Ashi, where (pirate) cruise ships can offer a great view of Mt. Fuji.

(Click on the city for more details.)

Frequently Asked Questions

Show/Hide Answers

How to book a tour?


Show/Hide Answers

How to change or cancel a booking?


Show/Hide Answers

When is the best time to travel?



See all questions...

Pick Up Where You Left Off

 

Search and compare G Adventures Tours & Trips in Japan. Book at the tour operator.

We have 1143 tours for G Adventures in Japan with duration 5 - 65 days and rates starting at USD 379.

Filter / Search

days
days
Coming from:
United States
Languages:
English
Operator:
G Adventures
Must see countries:
Japan
Sort by:
Price

All Tours and Cruises in Japan

Picture for Tour 2357

Google Map: Japan: Castles & Cuisine
From/To
Osaka (Round Trip)
Countries
Japan
Age Group
18 - 39 Years
Participants
Tours for Young Adults
Tour Type
Group Tours Group Tours
Activities
tour category: Walkingtour category: Train
Duration
6 days
Starting at
USD 1,119
Operator
-17%

Starting at

USD 1,349

USD 1,119

6 days
Next Departure
04-Oct-2026
06-Oct-20264+
Details
Picture for Tour 2359

Google Map: Japan: Tokyo Nights & Kyoto Temples
From/To
Tokyo ⇒ Kyoto
Countries
Japan
Age Group
18 - 39 Years
Participants
Tours for Young Adults
Tour Type
Group Tours Group Tours
Activities
tour category: Train
Duration
6 days
Starting at
USD 1,119
Operator
-17%

Starting at

USD 1,349

USD 1,119

6 days
Next Departure
15-Oct-2026
03-Nov-20263
Details
 
Picture for Tour 2360

Google Map: Epic Japan: Speed Trains & Street Food
From/To
Osaka (Round Trip)
Countries
Japan
Age Group
18 - 39 Years
Participants
Tours for Young Adults
Tour Type
Group Tours Group Tours
Activities
tour category: Walkingtour category: Train
Duration
11 days
Starting at
USD 1,749
Operator
-18.6%

Starting at

USD 2,149

USD 1,749

11 days
Next Departure
04-Oct-2026
15-Oct-2026
Details
Picture for Tour 94447

From/To
Osaka ⇒ Tokyo
Countries
Japan
Tour Type
Group Tours Group Tours
Activities
tour category: Walkingtour category: Train
Duration
7 days
Starting at
USD 3,149
Operator

Starting at

USD 3,149

7 days
Next Departure
15-May-2027
16-May-2027
Details
 
Picture for Tour 85119

Google Map: Korea to Japan: Epic Eats & Bright City Lights
From/To
Kyoto (Round Trip)
Countries (2)
Japan, South Korea
Age Group
18 - 39 Years
Participants
Tours for Young Adults
Tour Type
Group Tours Group Tours
Activities
tour category: Walkingtour category: Cookingtour category: Train
Duration
15 days
Starting at
USD 2,974
Operator
-9.8%

Starting at

USD 3,299

USD 2,974

15 days
Next Departure
09-Oct-2026
16-Oct-20262
Details
Picture for Tour 94449

From/To
Tokyo ⇒ Osaka
Countries
Japan
Tour Type
Group Tours Group Tours
Activities
tour category: Walkingtour category: Naturetour category: Train
Duration
8 days
Starting at
USD 3,449
Operator

Starting at

USD 3,449

8 days
Next Departure
08-May-2027
09-May-2027
Details
 
Picture for Tour 2356

Google Map: Japan Express – Osaka to Tokyo
From/To
Osaka ⇒ Tokyo
Countries
Japan
Tour Type
Group Tours Group Tours
Activities
tour category: Boattour category: Walking
Duration
9 days
Starting at
USD 3,337
Operator
-9.8%

Starting at

USD 3,699

USD 3,337

9 days
Next Departure
05-Oct-20264+
07-Oct-20261
Details
Picture for Tour 94448

From/To
Sapporo (Round Trip)
Countries
Japan
Tour Type
Group Tours Group Tours
Activities
tour category: Walking

Tour Variations:

☛
Active Japan: Hokkaido Adventure (9 days)
☛
Active Japan: Kyoto & Okinawa Island Hopping (10 days)
☛
Active Japan: Mt Fuji & Hokkaido (12 days)
☛
Active Japan: Kyoto to Tokyo Island Hopping (12 days)
☛
More... (2)
Duration
9 days
Starting at
USD 3,899
Operator

Starting at

USD 3,899

9 days
Next Departure
06-May-2027
27-May-2027
Details
 
Picture for Tour 38719

Google Map: Back Roads of Japan
From/To
Kyoto (Round Trip)
Countries
Japan
Tour Type
Group Tours Group Tours
Activities
tour category: Some bicycling is possibletour category: Walkingtour category: Train
Duration
11 days
Starting at
USD 3,422
Operator
-19.5%

Starting at

USD 4,249

USD 3,422

11 days
Next Departure
10-Oct-20264+
14-Oct-20261
Details
Picture for Tour 85110

Google Map: Active Northern Japan: Tokyo & Hokkaido
From/To
Tokyo ⇒ Sapporo
Countries
Japan
Tour Type
Group Tours Group Tours
Activities
tour category: Some bicycling is possibletour category: Walking

Tour Variations:

☛
Active Northern Japan: Winter in Tokyo & Hokkaido (11 days)
Duration
11 days
Starting at
USD 4,399
Operator

Starting at

USD 4,399

11 days
Next Departure
13-Oct-2026
27-Oct-2026
Details
 
turn device

This website reacts to the size and position of your device (phone, tablet, desktop computer). Try it out by turning your phone!