UNESCO Heritage Japan — Himeji, Hiroshima & Nikkō
A journey through Japan’s World Heritage treasures: Himeji Castle, the Hiroshima Peace Memorial, the floating torii of Miyajima, Nikkō’s shrines and ancient Nara.
Overview
Eight nights tracing Japan’s most important UNESCO World Heritage Sites with an expert historian guide. From the brilliant-white keep of Himeji Castle and the sobering Hiroshima Peace Memorial to Miyajima’s floating torii, the gilded shrines of Nikkō and the ancient capitals of Kyoto and Nara — a deep dive into a thousand years of history.
- 🏨 Hotels4 & 5 Star Hotels
- 🎯 Activities6 activities
- 🚐 TransportPrivate transfers included
- 📅 Best monthsApril – May and October – November
Day-by-day Japan itinerary
- Day 1
Tokyo arrival
Transfer from Narita/Haneda; evening briefing with your historian guide.
- Day 2
Nikkō shrines
Day trip to the lavish UNESCO shrines of Nikkō Tōshō-gū and the Shinkyo Bridge.
- Day 3
Shinkansen to Kyoto
Bullet train west; afternoon at Kiyomizu-dera and the Higashiyama heritage district.
- Day 4
Kyoto World Heritage
Kinkaku-ji, Ryoan-ji and Nijo Castle — three of Kyoto’s UNESCO-listed monuments.
- Day 5
Ancient Nara
Todai-ji’s Great Buddha, Kasuga Taisha and the Horyu-ji temple complex, the world’s oldest wooden buildings.
- Day 6
Himeji Castle
Japan’s finest surviving feudal castle, the “White Heron,” en route to Hiroshima.
- Day 7
Hiroshima & Miyajima
The Peace Memorial Park and Museum, then the island of Miyajima and its floating torii gate.
- Day 8
Hiroshima leisure
Shukkeien garden and okonomiyaki lunch; free afternoon before a farewell dinner.
- Day 9
Departure
Transfer to the airport for your onward flight.
What's included
- 8 nights in 4–5 star hotels
- Expert historian guide throughout
- All Shinkansen & rail transfers
- Entry to all listed UNESCO sites
- Daily breakfast & one farewell dinner
Not included
- International flights
- Travel insurance
- Most lunches & dinners
- Personal expenses
Where you'll stay
- Tokyo: 5-star hotel
- Kyoto: 4-star heritage hotel
- Hiroshima: 4-star city hotel
Frequently asked questions
How much does the UNESCO Heritage Japan — Himeji, Hiroshima & Nikkō cost?
The UNESCO Heritage Japan — Himeji, Hiroshima & Nikkō starts from ₹1,34,500 per person for 8 nights, covering 4 & 5 star hotels, 6 activities and private transport. International flights are extra and the trip is fully customisable.
How many days is this Japan itinerary?
It runs for 8 nights across Tokyo, Nikkō, Kyoto, Nara, Himeji, Hiroshima, Miyajima. A LokaTours expert can extend or shorten it to match your dates.
What is the best time to do this trip?
April – May and October – November.
Is the UNESCO Heritage Japan — Himeji, Hiroshima & Nikkō customisable?
Yes. Every sample itinerary is a starting point — your travel style, budget, hotel tier and group size are reshaped by a LokaTours expert within 24 hours of your request.