$4197 & up—40% off a selection of Japan small-group tours

There's more than one way to experience Japan. And with no more than 24 travellers, these tours let you experience it without feeling lost in the crowd. Picture exploring Kyoto, mountain towns or Tokyo with a group small enough to move easily, hear your guide and spend less time waiting for everyone to catch up. 

We've secured 40% off eight Inspiring Vacations small-group itineraries exclusively for Travelzoo members. Choose classic highlights, venture deeper into lesser-visited regions, experience Japan in winter, bring the kids or continue beyond Japan on a multi-country journey through East Asia. Prices start from $4197 per person, with savings of up to $8498 per person.

Whether you're heading there for the first time or looking for a different way to experience it, these are our favourites on offer:

• Best value: Japan In Depth is the most affordable tour in the offer, with a route that ventures beyond the usual highlights.

• Bestseller: Unforgettable Japan brings together many of the country's biggest highlights in one proven favourite.

• Something different: see the country in winter, or bring the kids along on a family adventure.

• Go further: continue into South Korea or make it a three-country journey including Taiwan as well.

Departures run from March 2027 through November 2028.

Book by 29 September 2026.

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Individual itinerary highlights

$4197 & up—Japan in Depth in 13 days
For a first trip to Japan, this covers an impressive amount in under two weeks. Tokyo and Kyoto meet Mount Fuji, Hiroshima, Miyajima and Japan's beautifully preserved mountain towns. You'll also ride the bullet train and stay overnight in a traditional onsen hotel. Save $2798 per person.

$6927 & up—Unforgettable Japan in 16 days
This is one of Inspiring Vacations' bestselling Japan tours, and its broad appeal is easy to understand. It combines the country's defining cities, cultural landmarks and landscapes in one comprehensive journey. For first-time visitors wanting to see more, it's an easy place to start. Save $4618 per person.

$8427 & up—Japan & South Korea in 25 days
Japan and South Korea share centuries of history, yet travelling between them reveals striking contrasts. Explore Japan from Tokyo to Hiroshima, then continue through South Korea's cultural highlights. With 25 days, neither country feels like an add-on. Save $5618 per person.

$12,747 & up—Japan, South Korea & Taiwan in 27 days
Three countries make this the biggest journey in the collection. Japan brings ancient temples, mountain towns and futuristic cities. South Korea and Taiwan add different cultures, cuisines and histories without requiring another trip. Save $8498 per person.

$5277 & up—Japan's winter landscapes in 13 days
Japan takes on an entirely different character during winter. Snow-covered landscapes, steaming onsens, and seasonal scenery replace the crowds of warmer months. This small-group journey is designed to experience Japan during its colder season. Save $3518 per person.

$5967 & up—Japan for families in 12 days
Japan already feels made for family adventures. Ride bullet trains, meet Nara's deer and experience sumo and immersive digital art. Mount Fuji, Osaka and Tokyo ensure the grown-ups aren't simply along for the ride. Save $3978 per person.