Based in the Osaka region with a day trip to Shirakawa-go and Takayama, then Osaka Castle, Umeda Sky, Arashiyama, the Golden Pavilion, Gion and Nara Deer Park.
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Tour dates
2027 · from Cebu
Departures from Cebu, Jan 20–24 2027 to Jun 2–6 2027. The rate changes by date: an amount on a date is added to the base rate per pax. Seats are limited and confirmed at booking.
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Quotation
per person
Tour rate
per pax
Adult & child with bedtwin sharing
$1,599
Child without bed (2–5 yrs)hotel breakfast not included, payable on site
$1,399
Infant (estimated)estimated fee
$200
Not in the tour rate
per pax
Tips for driver and guideUSD 25 per person (collected with the tour fee)
USD 25
Philippine travel taxPHP 1,620 per person
PHP 1,620
About this package
5 days 4 nights
A five-day Kansai tour that adds a full day to Shirakawa-go village and Takayama Old Town to the classic Osaka, Kyoto and Nara highlights. See Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, the Golden Pavilion, Gion and Nara Deer Park with Todaiji Temple, and shop at Kuromon Market, Shinsaibashi, Dotonbori and Rinku Premium Outlet. Fly Cebu – Osaka with Philippine Airlines; stay in 4-star hotels.
Airfare
Hotel
Meals
Transport
Tour guide
Entrance fees
Sightseeing
Baggage
Duration
5 days 4 nights
Departure
Cebu (Mactan-Cebu International)
Flight
Philippine Airlines
Baggage
7 kg + 2 × 23 kg checked
Hotels
4 nights 4★
Meals
Breakfast + meals as listed
Transport
Private coach
Guide
English-speaking
Your route
CebuDay 1
1OsakaKuromon, Dotonbori
2Shirakawa-goGassho village
3TakayamaOld Town
4Osaka CastlePhoto stop
5KyotoBamboo, Kinkaku-ji
6NaraDeer Park, Todaiji
CebuDay 5
OutboundCEB KIX
PR410 08:25–14:00 local time
ReturnKIX CEB
PR409 14:45–19:25 local time
Local times. Flight times are confirmed with your booking. +1 = arrives the next day.
Day-by-day itinerary
5 days 4 nights
DayCityItineraryMeals & hotel
Day01
Cebu – Kansai (Osaka)AIR / BUS
Cebu – Osaka
PR410 CEB – KIX 08:25–14:00
Flight PR 410 Cebu – Kansai (KIX), 08:25–14:00.
Meet the English-speaking guide at Kansai International Airport.
Visit Kuromon Market, Shinsaibashi and Dotonbori shopping street.
Transfer to hotel and check in.
4★ hotelor similar ★★★★
BBreakfast not included.LLunch not included.DDinner included.
Day02
Osaka – Shirakawa-go – TakayamaBUS
Shirakawa-go and Takayama
Hotel breakfast.
Transfer to Shirakawa-go.
Shirakawa-go Village.
Transfer to Takayama.
Takayama Old Town and Hida Folk Village; walk around Higashiyama and Takayama Jinya.
Transfer to the airport; flight PR 409 Kansai (KIX) – Cebu, 14:45–19:25.
PR409 KIX – CEB 14:45–19:25
Sweet homeBack in Cebu
BBreakfast included.LLunch not included.DDinner not included.
Meals: B breakfast · L lunch · D dinner · crossed out = not included. Orange = sightseeing stop · bold = shop visit included in the tour.
What’s covered
Inclusions
4 nights’ hotel accommodation, twin sharing, with daily hotel breakfast
Sightseeing tours as specified, with all entrance fees needed
Private coach with English-speaking tour guide
Meals as listed
Round-trip airfare via Philippine Airlines with 7 kg hand carry and 23 kg checked baggage
Exclusions
Personal expenses such as telephone calls, minibar, etc.
Tips for driver and guide: USD 25 per person (collected with the tour fee)
Philippine travel tax: PHP 1,620 per person
Single supplement
Travel insurance
Extra baggage allowance
Japan visa
Hotels
or similar
Day 1–4: 4★ hotel or similar (the Day 2 hotel location is not stated in the source)
Important notice
please read
All services are on a private basis. In case of crowded groups or special circumstances, the order of attractions may be adjusted without prior notice.
All rooms are booked on twin sharing by default. A triple room is not guaranteed; if none is available, guests share with others or pay the single supplement.
If the hotels above are not available at your requested time, they will be replaced by similar ones.
The tour day is at most 10 hours including travel time, and not later than 21:00.
The rate for a child without bed does not include hotel breakfast; it can be paid on site.
Collected with the tour fee: tips for driver and guide USD 5 per day x 5 days = USD 25 per person.
Private tour basis: private coach with English-speaking guide.
Tour order of attractions may be adjusted without notice in case of crowds or special circumstances.
Maximum 10 hours of touring per day, including travel time.
Single supplement USD 300 per person; infant fee about USD 200 per person.
Philippine travel tax PHP 1,620 per person is not included.
Baggage: 7 kg hand carry and two pieces of 23 kg checked baggage included; extra baggage is not included.
Where you’ll go
16 stops
1
Kuromon Market
A busy covered food market in Osaka known for fresh seafood and street snacks.
2
Shinsaibashi
Osaka's main covered shopping arcade, lined with shops, cafes and department stores.
3
Dotonbori
Osaka's lively canal-side entertainment street with neon signs and street food.
4
Shirakawa-go
A UNESCO World Heritage village of steep thatched gassho-style farmhouses in the mountains.
5
Takayama Old Town
A well-preserved old merchant district of wooden houses, sake breweries and shops in the Hida region.
6
Hida Folk Village
An open-air museum of traditional Hida farmhouses and rural buildings near Takayama.
7
Higashiyama
A quiet temple and shrine walking area on the east side of Takayama.
8
Takayama Jinya
The former government office of the Edo-period Takayama region, preserved as a historic building.
9
Osaka Castle
A landmark 16th-century castle in Osaka, visited as a photo stop.
10
Umeda Sky Building
A twin-tower skyscraper in Osaka linked by a rooftop observatory, visited as a photo stop.
11
Rinku Premium Outlet
An outlet shopping centre near Kansai airport for brand-name shopping.
12
Arashiyama Bamboo Grove
A path through tall bamboo in western Kyoto.
13
Golden Pavilion
Kyoto's Kinkaku-ji, a Zen temple whose top floors are covered in gold leaf.
14
Gion District
Kyoto's historic geisha district of wooden teahouses and narrow lanes.
15
Nara Deer Park
A large park in Nara where friendly deer roam freely near historic temples.
16
Todaiji Temple
A great Buddhist temple in Nara that houses a giant bronze Buddha.
Know before you go
Japan tips
Practical tips for Japan, from entry rules to what to eat. General guidance for a Philippine traveller — rules and prices change, so confirm the latest before you fly. Need a hand with the visa or tickets? Our team is glad to help.
Entry requirements
Tourist visa required
Philippine passport holders need a Japan short-stay tourist visa before travel — our ticketing desk can guide you through the documents. Passport valid for the whole stay. No vaccinations are required.
Money
Yen (¥); carry cash
Cards are widely accepted, but Japan still loves cash — keep some for small shops, shrines and buses. Get a Suica or Pasmo IC card for trains and convenience stores. Do NOT tip; it can cause confusion. Budget roughly ₱3,000–5,000 a day for meals and extras.
Weather & what to pack
Cool at Mt. Fuji; check your month
Tokyo is mild in spring and autumn, hot and humid in summer, and cold in winter; Mt. Fuji’s fifth station is always chilly and windy. Bring layers, a warm jacket for Fuji, comfy walking shoes and a compact umbrella.
Getting around
Trains run on time
Japan’s trains and subways are punctual and reach everything; tap in with a Suica or Pasmo card. Google Maps gives exact platforms and times. Your package includes airport transfers and coach transport on tour days.
Language
Japanese; some English
City signs are bilingual and staff are helpful, though spoken English is limited. Useful words: Konnichiwa (hello), Arigatō (thank you), Sumimasen (excuse me). Google Translate’s camera reads menus for you.
Culture & etiquette
Quiet and orderly
Keep phone calls off the trains, avoid eating while walking, queue neatly and take your rubbish with you. Remove shoes where indicated, bow slightly in greeting, and never tip — a little politeness is deeply appreciated.
Safety & health
Among the world’s safest
Crime is extremely low and lost items are often handed in. Tap water is safe to drink. Emergencies: police 110, ambulance and fire 119. Carry your passport, as it is your official ID while in Japan.
Connectivity
Pocket Wi-Fi or eSIM
Rent a pocket Wi-Fi or buy a Japan eSIM for reliable data; free Wi-Fi exists but is patchy. Handy apps: Google Maps, Google Translate, Japan Travel by Navitime, and your Suica in Apple or Google Wallet.
Must-see sights & food
Mt. Fuji, Shibuya, sushi
See Mt. Fuji and Lake Kawaguchi, Tokyo’s Sensō-ji temple, the Shibuya crossing and Yokohama’s bay. Eat sushi, ramen, tempura and okonomiyaki — and grab snacks from any convenience store.
Fly Manila to Guangzhou, cruise on the Adora Flora City to Naha, Okinawa with an overnight call, then a Guangzhou hotel night before flying home to Manila.
Five days in Japan’s Kansai region: Osaka Castle, Fushimi Inari, Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, Todaiji and the Nara deer, a free day, and Rinku Premium Outlets.
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