Discover the Hidden Gems in Japan 2026

January 18-25, 2026. Starting from: $3,888 per person double/triple occupancy
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January 18 – 25, 2026 (6 Nights/ 8 Days) escorted from Honolulu
Osaka – Yuda Onsen – Iwakuni – Hiroshima – Etajima – Kure – Okayama – Himeji
$3,888 per person double/triple occupancy, $4,488 single occupancy

Cancel for any reason up to 65 days prior to departure date for a FULL REFUND!
Contact us to see how you can save $100 per person on our complete package! 

Discover the hidden gems of Japan on our exciting 6-night, 8-day tour! Some highlights include an exclusive, chartered cruise on stylish SEA SPICA with unbeatable views of historic landmarks and the natural beauty of the Seto Inland Sea; a hands-on craft experience with lacquer; fun visits to a gorgeous UNESCO site visit, a historic sword museum, bustling fish markets, well-known breweries, and popular spots to shop; and so much more! 

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Your Discover the Hidden Gems in Japan 2026 – includes: 

  • Round trip airfare via Hawaiian Airlines from Honolulu.
  • Note: Airline baggage fees are additional and paid directly to the carrier.
  • 6 nights of centrally located accommodations included.
  • All sightseeing with a local English-speaking guide throughout the tour.
  • Admission fees included based on itinerary.
  • Inflight meals, breakfast daily at your hotel, 3 lunches and 2 dinners.
  • All transportation via private charter bus.
  • All tour-related taxes included in the price.
  • Panda Travel® escorts throughout your tour.
  • Reserve with $75 per person deposit, refundable up to 65 days prior to departure, November 14, 2025.
  • Final payment due by November 26, 2025. Package is non-refundable after this date.
  • Special Assistance: You must inform us of any disability/impairment that requires special attention at the time of your making the reservation. We reserve the right to cancel the reservation(s) if the disability/impairment is unsuitable for the tour. You are also responsible for any costs and/or accommodations related to your disability/impairment, such as providing your own travel companion.

Not included in the tour: 

  • Gratuities for local English-speaking guide
  • Additional baggage fee charges from the airlines.
  • Alcohol and soft drinks with meals

Please note: 

  • A minimum of 16 participants is required for the tour to operate.
  • A valid passport is required of all U.S. citizens & must be valid at least 6 months from the return tour date. Non-U.S. passport holders must check with the Japanese Consulate to see if a visa is required.
  • Land tour costs are based on current currency conversion rates, which are subject to change.
  • Air ticket fare is guaranteed, but taxes, fees and fuel surcharges are subject to change until tickets are issued.
  • We highly recommend the purchase of trip insurance. Please ask our representatives for more information.
  • Land Tour Operator is Nippon Travel Agency.

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From $3,888 per person double/triple occupancy 
From $4,488 single occupancy 
Space is Limited! 

Flight Schedule 
01/18/26 – Depart Honolulu on Hawaiian Airlines flight 849 at 1:20 pm and arrives in Kansai at 6:45 pm, 01/19
01/25/26 – Depart Kansai on Hawaiian Airlines flight 850 at 8:45 pm and arrive in Honolulu at 8:45 am (same day). 

Group #13483 

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