Japan and China Grand Passage 13 Days Across East Asia

Japan
12 Nights / 13 Days
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Highlights

Tokyo
Hiroshima
Nagoya
Kyoto
Beijing
Rainbow Bridge
FujI
Osaka
Kobe
Shanghai
Shibuya Crossin
Shibuya
curated experience

About this journey

This 13-day journey follows Tokyo, Fuji, Hiroshima, Osaka, Nagoya, Kobe, Kyoto, Shanghai, Beijing. It blends living heritage, scenic landscapes, contemporary city experiences, and memorable rail journeys, giving travellers a practical way to experience the route without having to assemble each transport and sightseeing element independently. The programme is paced around confirmed touring days and logical overnight stops. Final operating order can change with weather, transport schedules, local closures, or departure-specific arrangements, while the core route remains the planning anchor.

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Inclusions & Exclusions

What's Included

Economy-class flights on the sectors specifically shown in the confirmed group plan.
Hotel stays for the stated number of nights, normally on a twin-sharing basis unless your quote says otherwise.
Visa support and charges where the published source package expressly includes them; eligibility remains subject to consular approval.
Airport or ticket taxes calculated within the source package terms, subject to any later statutory increase.

What's Excluded

GST, TCS, city levies, tourism taxes, or other statutory charges unless the final quotation expressly includes them.
Personal spending such as laundry, calls, porterage, shopping, minibar items, and alcoholic drinks.
Upgrades, route or date deviations, airline changes, and pre- or post-tour accommodation requested by the traveller.
Later increases caused by exchange-rate movement, fuel surcharges, revised airfares, or newly imposed taxes.

Itinerary

Your beautifully crafted day-by-day journey. Each experience is meticulously planned for ultimate comfort and discovery.

1

Arrive in Tokyo

🏨 Stay: Overnight: Tokyo

Complete arrival formalities in Tokyo, meet the local representative, and follow the confirmed transfer plan. The remainder is kept light for check-in, rest, and orientation.

Planned experiences

  • teamLab Planets: Experience immersive digital art.

  • Odaiba Statue of Liberty & Hachiko: Capture photos at Tokyo’s iconic landmarks.

  • Shibuya Crossing: See Tokyo’s famous bustling intersection.

  • Rainbow Bridge: Enjoy scenic Tokyo Bay views.

  • Shibuya: Explore shopping and entertainment.

  • Odaiba: Discover Tokyo’s modern waterfront district.

Planned explore: Team Lab PlanetsPlanned photo stop: Odaiba Statue of Liberty and HachikoPlanned explore: Shibuya CrossingPlanned explore: Rainbow BridgePlanned explore: ShibuyaPlanned explore: Odaiba🍽️ Lunch, Dinner🍽️ Lunch🍽️ Dinner
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2

Oshino Hakkai

🏨 Stay: Overnight Tokyo

Begin with a chance to explore Oshino Hakkai. Continue with time to explore Mount Fuji 5th Station. Then explore Fuji Five Lake. Later explore Owakudani Ropeway. Round out the programme as you explore Lake Ashi Cruise. Travel between stops follows the published sequence, with timing balanced between guided visits, photographs, and local atmosphere.

Planned experiences

  • Oshino Hakkai: Visit scenic ponds with views of Mount Fuji.

  • Mount Fuji 5th Station: Enjoy stunning mountain views.

  • Fuji Five Lakes: Explore beautiful lakes around Mount Fuji.

  • Owakudani Ropeway: Ride above the volcanic valley.

  • Lake Ashi Cruise: Relax on a scenic lake cruise.

Planned explore: Oshino HakkaiPlanned explore: Mount Fuji 5th StationPlanned explore: Fuji Five LakePlanned explore: Owakudani RopewayPlanned explore: Lake Ashi Cruise🍽️ Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner🍽️ Breakfast🍽️ Lunch🍽️ Dinner
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3

Shinjuku Garden

🏨 Stay: Hiroshima

Begin with a chance to explore Shinjuku Garden. Continue with time to explore Tokyo Sky Tree [350 meters]. Then explore Asakusa Temple Complex. Later travel by rail to Hiroshima. Round out the programme as you explore Tokyo Tower and Imperial Palace. Travel between stops follows the published sequence, with timing balanced between guided visits, photographs, and local atmosphere.

Planned experiences

  • Shinjuku Gyoen: Relax in a beautiful green space in Tokyo.

  • Tokyo Skytree (350 m): Enjoy panoramic views of Tokyo.

  • Asakusa Temple Complex: Explore historic temples and cultural sites.

  • Tokyo to Hiroshima Rail Journey: Travel comfortably by Shinkansen.

  • Tokyo Tower & Imperial Palace: See two iconic Tokyo landmarks.

  • Asakusa: Experience Tokyo’s traditional charm.

  • Nakamise: Browse shops along the historic shopping street.

Planned explore: Shinjuku GardenPlanned explore: Tokyo Sky Tree [350 meters]Planned explore: Asakusa Temple ComplexPlanned rail journey: to HiroshimaPlanned explore: Tokyo Tower and Imperial PalacePlanned explore: AsakusaPlanned explore: Nakamise🍽️ Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner🍽️ Breakfast🍽️ Lunch🍽️ Dinner
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Miyajima Shrine and its Floating Torii Gate

🏨 Stay: Overnight: Nagoya

Begin with a chance to explore Miyajima Shrine and its Floating Torii Gate. Continue with time to explore Hiroshima Peace Park. Then travel by rail to Nagoya. Later explore Japan Miyajima Shrine. Round out the programme as you explore Bomb Dome. Travel between stops follows the published sequence, with timing balanced between guided visits, photographs, and local atmosphere.

Planned experiences

  • Miyajima Shrine & Floating Torii Gate: Visit the iconic shrine and gate.

  • Hiroshima Peace Park: Reflect on Hiroshima’s history and peace message.

  • Hiroshima to Nagoya Rail Journey: Travel comfortably by train.

  • Miyajima Shrine: Explore this historic island shrine.

  • A-Bomb Dome: See Hiroshima’s preserved historic landmark.

  • Sadako Monument & Memorial Cenotaph: Visit important symbols of remembrance and peace

Planned explore: Miyajima Shrine and its Floating Torii GatePlanned explore: Hiroshima Peace ParkPlanned rail journey: to NagoyaPlanned explore: Japan Miyajima ShrinePlanned explore: Bomb DomePlanned explore: Sadako Monument and the Memorial Cenotaph🍽️ Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner🍽️ Breakfast🍽️ Lunch🍽️ Dinner
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5

Toyota Commemorative Museum of Industry and Technology

🏨 Stay: Overnight: Osak

Begin with a chance to explore Toyota Commemorative Museum of Industry and Technology. Continue with time to explore SC Maglev and railway park. Then pause for photographs at Nagoya Castle. Later explore Toyota Tecno Museum. Round out the programme as you explore Mirai Tower. Travel between stops follows the published sequence, with timing balanced between guided visits, photographs, and local atmosphere.

Planned experiences

  • Toyota Commemorative Museum: Discover Toyota’s industrial history.

  • SC Maglev & Railway Park: Explore Japan’s railway technology.

  • Nagoya Castle: Capture photos of this historic landmark.

  • Toyota Techno Museum: Learn about Toyota’s technology and innovation.

  • Mirai Tower: Enjoy views of Nagoya from this iconic tower.

Planned explore: Toyota Commemorative Museum of Industry and TechnologyPlanned explore: SC Maglev and railway parkPlanned photo stop: Nagoya CastlePlanned explore: Toyota Tecno MuseumPlanned explore: Mirai Tower🍽️ Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner🍽️ Breakfast🍽️ Lunch🍽️ Dinner
6

Arashiyama Bamboo Groove

🏨 Stay: Overnight: Osaka

Begin with a chance to explore Arashiyama Bamboo Groove. Continue with time to explore Golden Pavilion (Kinkaku-ji). Then explore Fushimi Inari Shrine. Later explore Arashiyama Bridge. Travel between stops follows the published sequence, with timing balanced between guided visits, photographs, and local atmosphere.

Planned experiences

  • Arashiyama Bamboo Grove: Walk through the scenic bamboo forest.

  • Golden Pavilion (Kinkaku-ji): Admire Kyoto’s iconic golden temple.

  • Fushimi Inari Shrine: See the famous red torii gates.

  • Arashiyama Bridge: Enjoy scenic views over the river.

Planned explore: Arashiyama Bamboo GroovePlanned explore: Golden Pavilion (Kinkaku-ji)Planned explore: Fushimi Inari ShrinePlanned explore: Arashiyama Bridge🍽️ Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
7

Maglev train ride

🏨 Stay: Overnight: Shanghai

Begin with a chance to explore Maglev train ride. Continue with time to explore Shanghai city orientation tour. Then explore Shanghai Tower Observation Deck. Later explore People’s Square. Round out the programme as you explore China Art Museum. Travel between stops follows the published sequence, with timing balanced between guided visits, photographs, and local atmosphere.

Planned experiences

  • Maglev Train Ride: Experience Shanghai’s high-speed magnetic train.

  • Shanghai City Orientation Tour: Get an overview of Shanghai’s key landmarks.

  • Shanghai Tower Observation Deck: Enjoy panoramic city views.

  • People’s Square: Explore a central urban landmark.

  • China Art Museum: Discover Chinese art and culture.

  • Oriental Pearl Tower: See Shanghai’s iconic skyline landmark.

  • Jin Mao Tower: Admire the city from a famous skyscraper.

  • Top of Shanghai Observatory: Enjoy breathtaking views from above.

Planned explore: Maglev train ridePlanned explore: Shanghai city orientation tourPlanned explore: Shanghai Tower Observation DeckPlanned explore: People’s SquarePlanned explore: China Art MuseumPlanned explore: Oriental Pearl TowerPlanned explore: Jin Mao TowerPlanned explore: Top of Shanghai Observatory🍽️ Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner🍽️ Breakfast🍽️ Lunch🍽️ Dinner
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8

Zhujiajiao Water Town

🏨 Stay: Overnight: Shanghai

Begin with a chance to explore Zhujiajiao Water Town. Continue with time to explore Longhua Temple and Pagoda. Then explore Bell Tower and the Drum Tower. Travel between stops follows the published sequence, with timing balanced between guided visits, photographs, and local atmosphere.

Planned experiences

  • Zhujiajiao Water Town: Explore charming canals and historic streets.

  • Longhua Temple & Pagoda: Visit Shanghai’s historic Buddhist temple.

  • Bell Tower & Drum Tower: See traditional Chinese landmarks.

Planned explore: Zhujiajiao Water TownPlanned explore: Longhua Temple and PagodaPlanned explore: Bell Tower and the Drum Tower🍽️ Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner🍽️ Breakfast🍽️ Lunch🍽️ Dinner
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9

Shanghai Zoo

🏨 Stay: Overnight: Shangha

Begin with a chance to explore Shanghai Zoo. Continue with time to explore Jade Buddha Temple. Then explore Shanghai Circus. Travel between stops follows the published sequence, with timing balanced between guided visits, photographs, and local atmosphere.

Planned experiences

  • Shanghai Zoo: See a variety of wildlife and giant pandas.

  • Jade Buddha Temple: Visit a famous Buddhist temple.

  • Shanghai Circus: Enjoy an exciting acrobatic performance.

Planned explore: Shanghai ZooPlanned explore: Jade Buddha TemplePlanned explore: Shanghai Circus🍽️ Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner🍽️ Breakfast🍽️ Lunch🍽️ Dinner
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10

Temple of Heaven

🏨 Stay: Overnight: Beijing

Begin with a chance to explore Temple of Heaven. Continue with time to explore Tiananmen Square. Then explore Forbidden City. Later explore Supreme Harmony and the Imperial Garden. Travel between stops follows the published sequence, with timing balanced between guided visits, photographs, and local atmosphere.

Planned experiences

  • Temple of Heaven: Visit Beijing’s iconic imperial temple.

  • Tiananmen Square: See one of Beijing’s most famous landmarks.

  • Forbidden City: Explore the historic imperial palace complex.

  • Supreme Harmony & Imperial Garden: Admire grand palace halls and beautiful gardens.

Planned explore: Temple of HeavenPlanned explore: Tiananmen SquarePlanned explore: Forbidden CityPlanned explore: Supreme Harmony and the Imperial Garden🍽️ Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner🍽️ Breakfast🍽️ Lunch🍽️ Dinner
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11

The Great Wall of China

🏨 Stay: Overnight: Beijing

Begin with a chance to explore The Great Wall of China. Continue with time to explore Cable car ride. Travel between stops follows the published sequence, with timing balanced between guided visits, photographs, and local atmosphere.

Planned experiences

  • Great Wall of China: Walk along one of China’s most iconic landmarks.

  • Cable Car Ride: Enjoy scenic views of the Great Wall and surrounding mountains.

Planned explore: The Great Wall of ChinaPlanned explore: Cable car ride🍽️ Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner🍽️ Breakfast🍽️ Dinner🍽️ Lunch
12

Yuyuantan Park

🏨 Stay: Beijing

Begin with a chance to explore Yuyuantan Park. Continue with time to explore Beijing Summer Palace. Then explore Jade Factory. Later explore Hangzhou's West Lake. Round out the programme as you explore Longevity Hill and Kunming Lake. Travel between stops follows the published sequence, with timing balanced between guided visits, photographs, and local atmosphere.

Planned experiences

  • Yuyuantan Park: Enjoy a peaceful park with scenic landscapes.

  • Beijing Summer Palace: Explore a historic imperial garden.

  • Jade Factory: Discover traditional Chinese jade craftsmanship.

  • Hangzhou’s West Lake: Admire the lake’s beautiful scenery.

  • Longevity Hill & Kunming Lake: Enjoy the Summer Palace’s scenic highlights.

Planned explore: Yuyuantan ParkPlanned explore: Beijing Summer PalacePlanned explore: Jade FactoryPlanned explore: Hangzhou's West LakePlanned explore: Longevity Hill and Kunming Lake🍽️ Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
13

Homeward Journey

🏨 Stay: As per the confirmed hotel plan

Check out after the scheduled meal, complete the airport transfer, and allow sufficient time for departure formalities. Your exact pick-up time will be reconfirmed with the final travel documents.

Overnight: Beijing

🍽️ Breakfast

Additional Information

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This 13-day journey follows Tokyo → Fuji → Hiroshima → Osaka → Nagoya → Kobe → Kyoto → Shanghai → Beijing. It blends living heritage, scenic landscapes, contemporary city experiences, and memorable rail journeys, giving travellers a practical way to experience the route without having to assemble each transport and sightseeing element independently. The programme is paced around confirmed touring days and logical overnight stops. Final operating order can change with weather, transport schedules, local closures, or departure-specific arrangements, while the core route remains the planning anchor.

This itinerary includes extended walking, stairs and public transportation. Accessible hotels and suitable transfers can be arranged on request, subject to availability.

Cancellation Policy

Standard Cancellation Policy

Full refund if cancelled 48 hours before arrival.

Fully Refundable

Refund Timeline: We refund within 1 week in working days.

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The package typically includes hotel stays, sightseeing, selected meals, airport transfers, transportation between cities, and other inclusions mentioned in the itinerary.

The best time to visit is during spring (March to May) for cherry blossoms and autumn (September to November) for pleasant weather and beautiful scenery.

This itinerary covers 9 major destinations: Tokyo, Mount Fuji, Hiroshima, Osaka, Nagoya, Kobe, Kyoto, Shanghai, and Beijing.

Airfare depends on the final package you book. Please check the latest quote from TravelOcat for confirmed flight inclusions.

A 13-day itinerary is ideal to explore the major attractions of both countries comfortably without rushing.

The itinerary includes TeamLab Planets, Mount Fuji, Hiroshima Peace Park, Fushimi Inari Shrine, Shanghai Tower, The Great Wall of China, Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven, and more.

The cost depends on the travel season, departure city, hotel category, and flight availability. Contact TravelOcat for the latest customized quote.

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