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Japan in autumn: Kyoto maples and Tokyo for first-timers
When the leaves usually turn, which Kyoto temples to see, Tokyo areas to stay in, the bullet train, IC cards and the etiquette worth knowing.
Kyoto & Tokyo in Autumn
- Japan
- 7 days · 6 nights
Explore Kyoto’s temples and Arashiyama, then continue by rail to Tokyo for neighbourhood walks and one flexible city day. Give Kyoto and Tokyo their own time, with temple mornings, riverside walks and an unhurried rail connection between the cities. Begin with shrine paths, temple gardens and a riverside walk in Kyoto, then take the Tokaido Shinkansen to Tokyo for Asakusa, Meiji Jingu and Shibuya. Enjoy the open day with art, museums or shopping. Arrival day leaves time to settle in, and the final day focuses on the airport journey.
Book this package
Starting fromBDT 285,000Per person
The trip, day by day.
A simple route plan for this package, with the starting point, transfers, stay and key experiences kept together for each day.
- Suitable for
- First-time Japan visitors, couples and culture-focused small groups comfortable with walking and public transport.
- Highlights
- Fushimi Inari and selected Kyoto temple gardens; Arashiyama bamboo paths and riverside; Kyoto–Tokyo rail connection; Asakusa and Senso-ji; Meiji Jingu and Shibuya; a flexible Tokyo museum or art day.
- Start and finish
- Start at the first destination’s arrival point and finish at the last destination’s departure point; international travel from Bangladesh is separate.
- Transport
- Airport and station transfers, Kyoto–Tokyo travel on the Tokaido Shinkansen, and local transport along the itinerary.
- Meals
- Daily breakfast.
FlightReturn flight routing from Dhaka is planned with this international package; timings are confirmed after booking.
Day 1
Dhaka to Kyoto
Arrive through the airport named in your confirmed flight itinerary; Kyoto has no commercial airport. Continue to Kyoto by an agreed rail or road connection and allow time for check-in. Keep the first evening gentle with a walk on public streets around Gion.
Day 2
Kyoto's temples
Start with Fushimi Inari and choose a walking distance suited to your fitness. Take a lunch break before crossing the city. Visit the golden Kinkaku-ji, then walk through the stone garden of nearby Ryoan-ji. Return without adding another distant attraction.
Day 3
Tea houses and bamboo
Browse Nishiki Market and respect photography signs at individual stalls. Add a tea ceremony for an introduction to the quiet gestures and flavours of Japanese tea culture. Explore Arashiyama’s tall bamboo paths and riverside; add a boat ride for a view from the water. Choose dinner near your accommodation rather than another cross-city journey.
Day 4
Bullet train to Tokyo
Check out and travel from Kyoto to Tokyo on the Tokaido Shinkansen. After dropping bags, explore Asakusa and Senso-ji, with its great lantern and lively approach street. Choose your own evening meal and allow time to rest.
Day 5
Tokyo, old and new
Visit Meiji Jingu and nearby Harajuku on the same morning. Take a break around Shibuya and use pedestrian crossings considerately. Spend time at an observation deck or exploring another neighbourhood; Tokyo Skytree is a separately ticketed city experience. Leave the evening open rather than crossing Tokyo repeatedly.
Day 6
Your day in Tokyo
Enjoy Tokyo’s digital-art scene or the museums and leafy park around Ueno during your independent city day. Allow a meal break and travel time between venues. Keep shopping close to the chosen area; Hakone is a separate full-day option, not an extra stop. Pack for tomorrow’s airport transfer.
Day 7
Fly home
Check out according to the confirmed hotel's policy. Your airport transfer takes you to the terminal named on your ticket. Return to Dhaka on your flight routing.
Visa support
Need help with your visa?
We can prepare the visa side of your international tour and keep your documents consistent with the route you are booking.
- Check the current visa requirements and document list.
- Review your passport, bank, job and business papers.
- Prepare matching flight reservations, hotels and itinerary.
- Help with forms, appointments and interview preparation.
Visa decisions are made only by embassies and immigration authorities. We prepare and check your file before you submit it.
What the price covers.
Included
- Accommodation for 6 nights.
- Airport and station transfers, Kyoto–Tokyo travel on the Tokaido Shinkansen, and local transport along the itinerary.
- Daily breakfast.
- Trip coordination and local assistance.
Good to know
Optional choices: Tea ceremony, paid observation decks, digital-art admission and a separate full-day Hakone excursion. Hakone fills the free day as a separately paid full-day excursion.
Autumn brings red and gold to Kyoto’s temple gardens and cooler evenings to Tokyo. Bring layers for cooler mornings and evenings.
Comfortable walking shoes, light layers, a compact rain jacket, passport and booking copies, necessary medicines and a practical day bag. Keep luggage manageable for station stairs and transfers.
Japanese yen JPY. Keep a separate budget for personal spending and paid extras.
Travel requires a valid passport and the entry and transit permissions for the complete route. Foliage timing varies with temperature and elevation. Temple paths and major stations include stairs and substantial walking. Photography restrictions protect Gion’s private lanes and residents.
Not included
- Airfare between Bangladesh and the first and last destinations, visa fees and travel insurance.
- Meals outside the included plan, drinks and personal purchases.
- Paid attraction tickets, rides and optional experiences beyond the listed package services.
- Room or cabin upgrades, extra nights, early check-in and late check-out.
Pickup note
Our representative will meet and welcome you at the agreed arrival point, then help you continue to your hotel or next transfer.
Cancellation policy
Confirming your holiday means you have read and accepted the cancellation terms.
- 15 days before travel: 50% of the total holiday cost applies.
- 10 days before travel: 75% of the total holiday cost applies.
- 5 days before travel: 100% of the holiday cost is non-refundable.
- Any service or convenience fee is non-refundable once the booking is confirmed.
Tax
Applicable taxes are included in the package price shown on this page unless a specific government or supplier charge is noted separately.
How booking works.
Step 1
Send the request
Tell us your date and how many are travelling. It takes a minute.
Step 2
We confirm on WhatsApp
A consultant replies within 4 business hours with availability and the full price in BDT.
Step 3
Book and travel
Once you confirm, we book everything and our desk stays on call while you are away.
Every package can change to fit your dates, budget and group. The cancellation policy above covers the package; airline tickets and some hotels have their own rules, and we tell you those before you pay anything.
Questions
Asked at our desk.
Is the bullet train included?
Yes. The package includes the Kyoto–Tokyo Tokaido Shinkansen journey and the listed station transfers.
What gives the trip its autumn character?
Temple gardens, riverside walks and cooler evenings shape the Kyoto–Tokyo autumn experience.
How is the pace organised?
Temple and station days alternate walking with meal and rest breaks.
Does seven days include flights from Bangladesh?
The itinerary includes seven destination days and six hotel nights; international flight journeys are separate.
