Unbelievable Japan

Highlights

• Discover Japan's rich natural beauty and culture
• Enjoy time at leisure in Tokyo and Osaka
• Visit one of the country's most celebrated temples, Kiyomizu-dera Temple
• Discover the ancient capital of Kyoto at leisure
• Visit the Toyota Commemorative Museum of Industry and Technology in Nagoya
• Enjoy a sightseeing tour of Tokyo, visiting Meiji Shrine and Tsukiji Outer Market
• Take in stunning views from Mount Fuji’s 5th Station

Flights

• Return international full-service flights (economy class), surcharges may apply  (Excludes Trip Only option)

Accommodation

• 7 nights hotel accommodation

Dining

• 7 meals included

Essentials

• English-speaking tour guides
• Airline taxes and surcharges

Transport

• Transportation by private air-conditioned vehicles

Transfers

• Return airport transfers. (Excludes Trip Only option)

Upgrades available

• Stay Behind: Return after your tour concludes. (Does not include hotel accommodation, meals or transfers)
• Optional Tours: Optional experiences and tours are available to add to your itinerary (booked and paid on tour).

• Please note: Extra charges may apply. See the Important Info section and checkout cart for fees and details.

Itinerary 

Day 1 Australia (or New Zealand) – Osaka, Japan

Day 2 Osaka - Day at Leisure

Day 3 Osaka - Kyoto - Nagoya

Day 4 Nagoya - Day at Leisure

Day 5 Nagoya - Tokyo

Day 6 Tokyo sightseeing – Afternoon at Leisure

Day 7 Tokyo – Mount Fuji – Aichi Prefecture

Day 8 Aichi Prefecture – Osaka, Japan - Australia (or New Zealand)

Day 9 Arrive Australia (or New Zealand)

This Travel Offer is valid for travel on selected dates until the 26th May 2027.

Minimum group size 20, maximum group size 40 per vehicle.

This Travel Offer is priced per person based on a twin share. 

Departure Dates & Surcharges
See checkout for live dates and availability.

Single Traveller Supplement
For solo travellers, a mandatory single supplement of $740 applies. 
Please note: Accommodation for single customers who are travelling on a tour or cruise package may be in a single room, depending on availability.

Child Policy
• No child discounts are offered. The full price applies to all children travelling with their parents.
• Valid for children 8 years old and over.
Please note: Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult, 18 years old and over, to travel. No unaccompanied minors are allowed.

Departure Cities     
Sydney, Melbourne, *Brisbane, *Adelaide, *Perth, *Auckland

Departure City Surcharges
Brisbane: $450 per person
Adelaide & Perth: $510 per person
Auckland: $780 per person

International Flight(s)
Full-service airline(s) used 
• Cabin Class: Economy Class
Please note: We cannot accommodate one-way flights. Travellers must take all included flights within the package, and any flights intentionally forfeited will result in later flights being subject to cancellation. 

• From Sydney, the flying journey to your destination may take up to 18 hours, with up to 1 stop.  
• From Melbourne or Brisbane, the flying journey to your destination may take up to 20 hours, with up to 1 stop.  
• From Adelaide, Perth or Auckland the flying journey to your destination may take up to 22 hours, with up to 2 stops.  
• In some cases complimentary layover accommodation may be provided in China by the airline. If layover accommodation is required, this would be in addition to the timelines stated above.
• This is provided as a guide only - actual flight duration can vary depending on availability and airline schedules. Your booking’s final details will be confirmed to you via email once available..

Arrive Early and Stay Behind Options
Fly out and return home up to 60 days pre and post your tour dates.
Arrive Early
Unavailable

Stay Behind
Osaka - From $350 per person, subject to availability.

Please note:
This option incurs a fee for adjusting the return dates. This fee does not include extra nights’ accommodation or meals, which will be at your own cost.
Customers who purchase a Stay Behind option may join the group transfer on Day 8 to Osaka Kansai Airport. You will then need to make your own onward arrangements, including an airport transfer for your chosen return date, at your own cost.
We strongly advise against booking any pre or post-tour travel arrangements/accommodation until TWAC confirms your flight details. If you choose to book before confirmation, we recommend opting for refundable reservations or having backup plans in case the tour does not proceed.
Internal Flights : If you select to Arrive Early or Stay Behind into a city other than the one where the tour begins or concludes (where applicable), the package will include an internal flight to your destination. This offer applies only to the cities listed in our Arrive Early & Stay Behind Options. If you wish to forfeit this flight, please advise our friendly team at the time of purchase. Please note that the package's cost does not change when you choose to forfeit your connecting flight. 
Please note: If you request to fly into cities not listed in our "Arrive Early & Stay Behind Options", we may be able to customise your itinerary. If possible, the flight's cost will be charged as an extra. 
Cancellations & Changes : Flight booking changes or cancellations after air tickets have been issued are not guaranteed and may incur additional fees and fare difference, subject to the airline cancellation and change policies. Flight changes are subject to availability at the time of booking.
High-Season : A high-season Arrive Early or Stay Behind can be purchased for an additional charge, subject to availability. For pricing, please refer to the cart.
+ 60 days : You can fly out up to 60 days before your package’s start date, and/or return home 60 days after your package's end date. Should you wish to fly out or return home for more than 60 days from the tour, please contact us to request availability. Additional costs may apply.
Estimated dates : Your estimated departure, return, and arrival dates are all subject to availability and may vary. The confirmed schedule for all flights will be provided when you receive your flight tickets.
• Blackout dates apply to flights departing between the below date ranges:
• 20th March 2027 - 10th May 2027
• 20th June 2027 onwards

Stopover Packages
Unavailable
 
Flight Class Upgrades
Business Class: For pricing, please refer to the payment cart at checkout.
Please note:
• Flight upgrades are subject to availability and pricing changes (if we cannot fulfil your request, the upgrade cost will be refunded).
• On any upgrade purchase, short-haul flights and domestic flight sectors are not guaranteed.

Outbound Flights
Please note: Due to flight scheduling and availability, some departures may occur on Day 0. Affected customers must be available to depart the day before. Flight times will be indicated on your final documents, issued 4-6 weeks before departure.

Missed Flights 
If you fail to arrive for your outbound flight, you risk all flight and land arrangements in your destination being automatically cancelled by the airlines and land operator, respectively. Additional fees may apply to reinstate these services. If you miss your flight for whatever reason, please contact us as soon as possible to make arrangements. 

Trip Only Package
If you choose to remove international flights from your package, your holiday may be shorter, as travel days for flights are not included in the Trip Only Package. You will receive an email confirmation when minimum numbers have been met and the departure is guaranteed.
We recommend making further travel arrangements, such as flights, after you have received confirmation of a guaranteed departure.
TWAC assumes no liability for financial losses incurred due to travel arrangements made prior to confirmation of guaranteed departure.
Note: The Trip Only Package does not include return international airfares or airport transfers. At the conclusion of the tour, you will be responsible for booking your own onward travel.

Accommodation Used:
3-Star Properties (Self-Rated)
Osaka: Hotel Sobial Osaka Dome or similar
Nagoya: Travelodge Nagoya Sakae or similar
Tokyo: Hotel Mystays Tachikawa or similar
Aichi Prefecture: Route-Inn Grantia Komaki or similar

Please note: Accommodation/rooms offered are based on a lead-in room type and are subject to availability based on seasonality. In the instance a property is not available, a similar standard of accommodation will be provided. Properties will be confirmed and included in your travel pack, which you will receive 4-6 weeks before travel.
 
Accommodation Location
To ensure a comfortable and convenient experience for everyone, we've carefully selected hotels that best suit the size and specific needs of each group. While this means your accommodation may not be in the city centre, you can rest assured that our hotels are typically located near public transportation and a variety of local restaurants and attractions. Once your tour begins, your friendly driver or tour leader will be happy to help you get your bearings and offer assistance, should you need it.

Extra Nights
Not available. 
Please note: If you are interested in booking additional nights of accommodation pre or post-tour, please wait until you receive your travel documentation approximately 4-6 weeks before departure for the confirmed list of hotels. If booking your own additional accommodation directly with the hotel, please be aware that you may be required to change rooms at the start/end of your tour. 
 
Maximum Room Capacity
2 people.
 
Triple Share
Not available. 
 
Bedding Configuration
Twin or double (subject to availability).

Tokyo: Tokyo Half Day Tour - 8,000 JPY per person
Nagoya: Shirakawa-go, Takayama and Japanese Knife Museum - 12,000 JPY per person
Kyoto: Kyoto Half-Day Sightseeing Tour - 7,000 JPY per person
Osaka: Hiroshima Full-Day Trip - 50,000 JPY per person

Please note:
• Prices are based per person, are subject to availability, time permitting and weather conditions, and are payable directly to the tour operator in the currency specified.
• Some tours or shore excursions require minimum numbers to operate.

• Visa fees and requirements 
• Domestic transfers and flights not stated in the deal offer
• Meals/beverages not stated in the deal offer
• Expected gratuities/tipping 
• Optional activities/tours 
• Personal expenses
• Travel insurance
• Any costs associated with an interruption to your tour as a result of an airline schedule change or cancellation

Please note: Return international flights and transfers to and from the tour are not included in the Trip Only Package. 

Land
While Japan does not have a tipping culture for most services, the travel industry works a little differently and there is still an expectation of tipping on these tours. While tipping is not mandatory, it is common practice and a gesture of appreciation which is shared amongst the local guides, drivers and other staff members who have serviced your tour. The expected tip is $10 per person per day, paid in local currency where touring and/or transfer services are provided. Please factor this into your holiday budget, as we know this is going to be an amazing adventure!

Please note: Tipping for services provided is always a matter of personal discretion; however, please be aware that many locals consider tipping part of their normal remuneration, and they may approach you for payment; there's no need to be intimidated by the request.

A tourist visa is not required for Australian or New Zealand citizens visiting Japan for stays of up to 90 days for tourism, business, visiting friends or relatives, etc. that does not include remunerative activities.

Important: 
• Please start arranging your visa three weeks before departure to account for any delays due to consulate operating hours.
• Visa rules are subject to change. Please check with the nearest embassy, consulate or immigration department of the destination/s you are visiting once you receive your travel documentation to ensure you have the most up to date information.
• It is your responsibility to be travel-ready and ensure that you are aware and comply with any destination or travel requirements, including the validity of all required travel documents.
• Passengers who are not Australian citizens must also check with the respective consulate or visa agency to determine what their visa requirements are and what personal identification is required.
• It is also important to note that some areas of employment, such as journalism, government authorities and charity organisations, may have additional restrictions in applying for visas. This may, in turn, affect the type of application required.

Planning your next adventure is thrilling! While we hope for smooth travels, preparing for the unexpected is always smart. We highly recommend getting travel insurance when you book. Whether it's a medical emergency, a flight cancellation, a delayed suitcase, or an unforeseen event, ensure you're covered. For more info and advice, please visit: www.twac.com.au/travel-insurance or talk to your TWAC travel consultant.

Voluntary ChangesThis includes booking changes requested by you, including but not limited to those changes requiring an airline ticket or a Purchase Confirmation reissue.• Changes - $100 per booking and any additional charges applied by the airline/cruise company/accommodation/other travel providers.Name Changes Due To Passenger Error• If the incorrect name has been provided, charges of $100 per booking and any additional charges applied by the airline/cruise company/accommodation/other travel providers.Supplier FeesIn the event the tour package you have purchased is unable to proceed, and/or a Travel Supplier is unable to fulfil the tour due to external circumstances (Limitation of Liability e.g. a Force Majeure event), there may be a fee or amount of money that is withheld by our Suppliers and is unrecoverable. This may be due to non-refundable airline tickets, cancellation penalties with cruise cabins or unrecoverable payments with our land/accommodation partners. If refunds are not available from Suppliers, we will endeavour to obtain a travel credit on the best terms available and communicate these outcomes to you. In the event we are unable to obtain a refund or travel service credit, or part thereof, this cost is passed on to the customer as a Supplier Fee.
 
Name Changes Due To Passenger Error
If the incorrect name has been provided, charges of $100 AUD per booking and any additional charges applied by the airline/cruise company/accommodation/other travel providers.

Supplier Fees
In the event the tour package you have purchased is unable to proceed, and/or a travel Supplier is unable to fulfil the tour due to external circumstances (Limitation of Liability e.g. a Force Majeure event), there may be a fee or amount of money that is withheld by our Suppliers and is unrecoverable. This may be due to non-refundable airline tickets, cancellation penalties with cruise cabins or unrecoverable payments with our land/accommodation partners. If refunds are not available from Suppliers, we will endeavour to obtain a travel credit on the best terms available and communicate these outcomes to you. In the event we are unable to obtain a refund or travel service credit, or part thereof, this cost is passed on to the customer as a Supplier Fee.

Cancellation & Refund Policy
By placing a booking with us, you acknowledge the following important information:
• we act as your booking agent: TWAC is a booking services provider, and curates the Travel Offers available on our website. We act as your booking agent, and we receive payment for the Booking Services as part of the booking price, however, we do not provide any of the Travel Services (flights, accommodation, tours or other products or services) included in your booking – the Travel Services are provided by a number of third party Travel Suppliers.
• each booking is unique: our Travel Offers are made up of a variety of different components and are, during the booking process, uniquely tailored to suit your requirements, for example, departure dates and ports, flight and room upgrades, tour inclusions, etc.
• changes/modifications to your booking may not be possible: once your booking has been made, changes or modifications may not be possible, and where possible, may incur a fee. It is important to ensure that the information you provide during the booking process is accurate and up to date, and that you read the Travel Offer carefully before placing your order.
• Travel Offers are a package: our Travel Offers have been curated into package offerings and must be used as a package – individual components cannot be used independently of the full package offering.
• our Travel Offers are generally non-refundable: in order to provide great value Travel Offers, we work with a variety of Travel Suppliers to find the best deals – this often means the Travel Suppliers’ offerings are non-refundable to ensure the best price. We recommend that you obtain travel insurance as soon as you make a booking with us.

To read more about our Cancellation and Refund Policy, please click here.

General Terms & Conditions
By placing your booking with us, you acknowledge and agree to our Terms & Conditions, Privacy Policy and Cancellation Policy.