Discover Japan Like a Local — on Laurus Travel’s Highly Rated Small Group Tours of Japan
If you are looking for highly rated small group tours of Japan, you’ve just found the right Japan tour operator in Laurus Travel – an Asia specialist since 1997 with a stellar reputation to boot.
Traveling through Japan is even more magical when you experience it with an expert guide who knows the culture, language, and hidden gems. That’s exactly what you’ll find on our highly rated small group tours. Designed for curious travellers who value authenticity and connection, these intimate journeys (no more than 20 guests) bring Japan to life beyond the guidebooks.
From the quiet charm of Kyoto’s ancient temples to the vibrant energy of Tokyo’s city streets, Laurus Travel curates every detail with care, from handpicked accommodations to meaningful local experiences and plenty of flexibility to explore at your own pace. Guests rave about our insider knowledge, personlized service infused with warmth, and ability to make Japan feel both accessible and deeply personal.
Whether you’re making sushi following a local master, discovering a temple garden when the crowd is gone, or enjoying a special dinner while being entertained by a geisha, each moment feels unforgettable. Join Laurus Travel’s next small group tour of Japan and discover why travellers consistently call it “the trip of a lifetime.”
Highly Rated Small Group Tours of Japan – Recommended Itinerary
Tokyo – Mt. Fuji – Hakone – Kanazawa – Takayama – Shirakawa-go – Kyoto – Nara – Osaka
Join us on this exquisite small group tour through the heart of Japan, where ancient traditions gracefully dance alongside the vibrant rhythm of modernity. In dynamic Tokyo and Osaka, neon lights and bustling energy of urban life pulse with the beat of contemporary Japan. As we wander through the poetic streets of Kyoto, where cherry blossoms and autumn leaves whisper tales of ancient elegance, we find ourselves embraced by the essence of a bygone era. In the ancient capital of Nara, sacred deer roam freely. Chances are, until now, you haven’t heard much about the romantic city of Kanazawa and the mountain town called Takayama. Now is the time to go find out why they are becoming so popular among overseas visitors.
Important Features
- Small group size (average 15, maximum 20).
- Expert tour leader and local guide(s).
- Premium hotels.
- High-quality local and Western cuisines.
- No shopping stops.
- Sushi making lesson.
- Kaiseki dinner featuring geisha dancer (maiko) performance.
Meal Code: B = breakfast / L = lunch / D = dinner
Day 1/Mon: Departing Home City
The journey begins with your transpacific flight departing from a city of your choice. You’ll lose a day upon crossing the International Date Line.
Day 2/Tue: Arrival in Tokyo
Welcome to Tokyo!
Please make your way to the hotel on your own. Detailed up-to-date information on how to get to the hotel will be provided in the final update two weeks before departure. Private transfer can be arranged on request.
