4 nights budget friendly highlighted trip of Tokyo and Kyoto
Begin your journey in Tokyo, where upon arrival you’ll head out for sightseeing en route to your hotel. Visit Ushiku Daibutsu in Ibaraki, one of the tallest Buddha statues in the world. Then head to Shibuya to see the iconic Hachiko Statue and ascend Shibuya Sky for stunning panoramic views of Tokyo’s skyline. End your day with dinner at a local Japanese restaurant.
Spend the next day exploring the highlights of Tokyo. Start with a visit to Tokyo Skytree, offering unmatched city views, followed by a stroll through Asakusa’s Sensoji Temple, Tokyo’s oldest and most beloved temple. Enjoy a traditional lunch in Asakusa and then immerse yourself in the digital world of TeamLab Planets, a unique interactive art experience. The evening is yours to enjoy shopping or optionally visit Tokyo Tower.
Next, board the bullet train to Kyoto, Japan’s cultural heart. Enjoy seasonal cherry blossoms or a peaceful walk along Philosopher’s Path, then explore the majestic Arashiyama Bamboo Forest and Tenryu-ji Temple. Visit Fushimi Inari Shrine with its 1,000 Torii gates and conclude with a sunset view from Kiyomizu-dera Temple.
Continue to Osaka, where vibrant city life awaits. Visit the historic Osaka Castle, savor local street food at Kuromon Ichiba Market, and dive into the dazzling lights of Dotonbori Canal, with a stop at the famous Glico Sign. Wrap up the evening with skyline views from Umeda Sky Building.
