Discover Tokyo on an Independence by Globus holiday 

Journey through Japan on this fascinating Independent tour! Starting in Tokyo, the world’s most populous metro area, it’s filled with unlimited shopping, dining, sights and gardens. Here’s how we recommend you discover Tokyo on an Independence by Globus holiday. 

Day 1 

Konnichiwa and welcome to Tokyo! A Globus Local Host will be waiting to welcome you to Japan’s capital city. 

As you have today at leisure, your Globus Local Host will be full of tips, tricks and advice on how to start your time in Japan. The GlobusGO app is also handy to have up your sleeve when out and about.  

Day 2 

Begin your day with an included breakfast at your hotel. A Local Guide will then meet you at a pre-arranged time for your private guided sightseeing tour. And what better way to explore the city than by using its subway system?  

Whiz off to your first stop – Meiji Shrine, a 20^th-century Shinto monument dedicated to the first emperor of modern Japan. Following on, you’ll tick off the Sorakara Point at Tokyo Skytree – ascending 450 metres for impressive views of Tokyo; Nakamise shopping street, 250 metres of excellent stalls and shops; and Asakusa Kannon Temple, the oldest temple in Tokyo dedicated to the bodhisattva of compassion (Kannon). Lunch is also included during this tour. 

The rest of the afternoon and evening is free time. You may like to freshen up at your hotel before heading out for the night. There are so many choices for dinner – whether you want to park up at an izakaya bar for beer and Japanese ‘tapas’, sit counter-side at a tiny ramen joint, or you may have pre-booked one of the Michelin restaurants. 

Day 3 

Today is yours for the taking! After a hearty breakfast at your hotel, what will be on your agenda?  

• A day trip to Mount Fuji, Japan’s tallest peak at 3,776 metres and a revered pilgrimage site 
• Take advantage of your Tokyo Metro Pass to explore some of the city’s unique neighbourhoods – like quirky Harajuku, historic Kagurazaka, or the bright lights of Akihabara 
• Partake in one of Japan’s beloved traditions: a tea ceremony or calligraphy class 
• For the foodies, visit some local markets for treats and souvenirs to take home 

Day 4 

Today, you will travel by bullet train to Kyoto, the former capital of Japan. If this holiday interests you, take a look at the full Independent Tokyo & Kyoto itinerary.