Japan Intense: From neon lights to chanting monks

Ready to discover Japan from a totally different perspective? The Land of the Rising Sun awaits with a colourful mix of cultural deep-dives and glittering megacities! Head off the beaten path to the sacred Mt Koya and spend the night in a Buddhist temple, where you'll learn the true meaning of 'omotenashi' from the resident monks and experience Japanese hospitality like never before – chanting and sacred morning ceremonies included. Then hop on the Shinkansen and jet from one highlight to the next! Find yourself surrounded by flickering neon lights and iconic Shinto shrines in Tokyo before heading to Kyoto and Kanazawa to explore the historic geisha and samurai districts in the light of traditional chochin lanterns. Next, admire the iconic red gate on Miyajima as it seemingly floats atop the water and tame, curious deer keep you company on the shore. Shrines, bamboo forests, surreal castles – on this multi-destination trip, you're sure to see Japan in a whole new light!