Extension Tour brings together the destinations that most strongly shape the international image of Japan: the natural grandeur of Mt. Fuji and Hakone, the powerful historical narrative of Hiroshima and Miyajima, and the cultural depth of Kyoto and Nara, completed by the energy of Osaka. For travel professionals, this route offers an exceptionally balanced introduction to Japan, combining landscape, heritage, spirituality, gastronomy and modern city life within one coherent product.

For tourism agency owners, the commercial strength of this itinerary lies in its broad customer appeal. It can be positioned for first-time Japan visitors, cultural groups, incentive travellers, senior travellers and premium small groups, while also providing the destination knowledge needed to create future Japan packages with confidence. Experiencing each location personally allows agents to evaluate realistic travel times, sightseeing flow, guest expectations and the distinctive selling points of Japan's most requested regions.

The program is designed as a ready-to-sell extension with guided sightseeing, private transportation, Shinkansen travel, carefully selected meals and Halal-friendly arrangements. Participants return not only with memorable experiences, but with a practical, marketable Japan itinerary that can be adapted for their own clients. This is therefore both a destination discovery journey and a valuable product-development opportunity for agencies seeking to expand their Japan portfolio.

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JAPAN - EXTENSION TOUR A PROGRAM ITINERARY

Mt. Fuji, Hakone, Hiroshima, Osaka, Kyoto and Nara - an immersive journey through Japan's most recognisable destinations.

Day 1 - Tokyo / Mt. Fuji Sightseeing - Hakone (17/09/2026) Thursday (Lunch and Dinner Included)

Meet your English-speaking guide and private coach at the Tokyo hotel lobby after conference check-out.

Depart Tokyo for the Mt. Fuji area. Visit Mt. Fuji 5th Station, subject to weather conditions.

Continue to Owakudani volcanic valley and ropeway, followed by a Lake Ashi cruise, subject to weather and operational conditions.

Lunch at a local restaurant with a mixed Japanese/Italian buffet; Halal and vegetarian options will be available.

Check in at a Japanese-style ryokan in the Hakone area and enjoy the onsen hot-spring facilities.

Traditional Japanese-style dinner at the ryokan with a Halal-friendly menu. Overnight in Hakone.

Day 2 - Hakone - Mishima - Hiroshima by Bullet Train (18/09/2026) Friday (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included)

Breakfast at the ryokan, followed by check-out and transfer to Mishima Station.

Board the Shinkansen from Mishima to Hiroshima, connecting through Shin-Osaka.

Lunch will be provided as an ekiben station bento or at a local restaurant en route, with a Halal option arranged.

Upon arrival in Hiroshima, transfer to the hotel and check in.

Special dinner experience at a Turkish restaurant in Hiroshima. Overnight in Hiroshima.

Day 3 - Hiroshima Sightseeing - Shin-Osaka by Bullet Train (19/09/2026) Saturday (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included)

After breakfast, meet the guide in the hotel lobby and begin Hiroshima sightseeing.

Visit Peace Memorial Park and the Atomic Bomb Dome.

Travel by ferry to Miyajima Island and visit Itsukushima Shrine and its renowned floating torii gate.

Lunch at a local restaurant with a Halal-friendly mixed Japanese buffet.

Transfer to Hiroshima Station and board the bullet train to Shin-Osaka.

Dinner at an Indian restaurant in Osaka. Overnight in Osaka.

Day 4 - Osaka / Kyoto and Nara Sightseeing (20/09/2026) Sunday (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included)

Breakfast at the hotel, then meet the guide in the lobby.

Explore Kyoto, including Fushimi Inari Shrine, Kinkakuji - the Golden Pavilion - and Arashiyama Bamboo Grove.

Lunch at a local restaurant with a mixed Japanese/Italian buffet and a Halal option.

Continue to Nara for Todaiji Temple and Nara Deer Park.

Return to Osaka for a Halal-friendly Japanese dinner. Overnight in Osaka.

Day 5 - Departure from Osaka (21/09/2026) Monday (Breakfast Included)

Breakfast at the hotel and check-out.

Meet the guide and transfer by private coach to Kansai International Airport (KIX).

Board your onward flight. End of Extension Tour A.

INCLUDES:

·   Accommodation on twin-sharing or triple-sharing basis as selected; hotels as mentioned in the program or similar.

·   Meals as stated in the day-by-day itinerary, with Halal-certified or Halal-friendly arrangements and vegetarian options on request.

·   Private coach for scheduled transfers and sightseeing services.

·   Professional English-speaking guide services.

·   Currently applicable entrance fees for the sightseeing locations listed in the itinerary.

·   Train tickets and luggage-transfer services required by the confirmed itinerary.

·   Two bottles of drinking water per person per day.

·   Hotel room taxes and applicable tour and transfer taxes.

·   24/7 emergency assistance during the program.

EXCLUDES:

·   International air tickets to and from Japan.

·   Visa fees, visa handling and travel documentation costs.

·   Travel, medical and cancellation insurance of any kind.

·   Photography and video fees at sightseeing sites where applicable.

·   Telephone charges, laundry, porterage and other personal expenses.

·   Alcoholic drinks, beverages and meals not specifically stated as included.

·   Bank and credit-card charges.

·   Tips for guides and drivers.

·   Any service, tour or expense not expressly mentioned in the Included section.