Autumn foliage usually reaches strong colors between October and November, varying by latitude.
JAPAN · NATURE + CULTURE
JAPAN — AUTUMN LEAVES
Temples and mountains covered in the hues of Japanese autumn.
DURATION9 days
BEST TIMEOct–Nov
EXPERIENCENature + Culture
COUNTRYJapan
THE JOURNEY
Route map
Tokyo → Nikko → Kyoto → Arashiyama
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FEATURED
Key highlights
1Tokyo — landscape and outdoor experience
2Nikko—landscape and outdoor experience
3Kyoto—Landscape and Outdoor Experience
4Arashiyama—Landscape and Outdoor Experience
5Landscapes, ecosystems and natural phenomena as the main motivation for the trip.
Temples and mountains covered in the tones of Japanese autumn. Tokyo, Nikko, Kyoto and Arashiyama show the geography in transformation, alternating landforms, water, vegetation and horizons that help to read the territory.
SEASONALITY
When to go
A STARTING POINT
Suggested base itinerary
DAY 1
Arrival in Tokyo
Arrival and start of the trip in Tokyo, with a light pace to enter the destination and prepare the next steps without overloading the first day.
DAY 2
Nikko — Identity of Destiny
Time dedicated to viewpoints, light trails and natural landscapes in Nikko, with choices adjusted to the weather, operation and profile of the trip.
DAY 3
Nikko - Main Experience
Time dedicated to natural formations and scenic paths in Nikko, with choices adjusted to the climate, operation and travel profile.
DAY 4
Nikko — Time to Deepen
Time spent outdoors depending on the weather and season in Nikko, with choices adjusted to the weather, operation and travel profile.
DAY 5
Kyoto—Identity of the Destination
Time dedicated to viewpoints, light trails and natural landscapes in Kyoto, with choices adjusted to the weather, operation and travel profile.
DAY 6
Kyoto - Top Experience
Time dedicated to natural formations and scenic trails in Kyoto, with choices adjusted to the weather, operation and travel profile.
DAY 7
Arashiyama — Time to Deepen
Time spent outdoors depending on the weather and season in Arashiyama, with choices adjusted to the weather, operation and trip profile.
DAY 8
Arashiyama — Identity of Destiny
Time dedicated to viewpoints, light trails and natural landscapes in Arashiyama, with choices adjusted to the weather, operation and trip profile.
DAY 9
End of the trip
Last hours in Arashiyama and end of the itinerary, with logistics adjusted to the flight, train or continuation of the trip.
THE EXPERIENCE
The spirit of the journey
Temples and mountains covered in the tones of Japanese autumn. The proposal gains depth by connecting Tokyo → Nikko → Kyoto → Arashiyama, with the concept of landscapes, ecosystems and natural phenomena as the main motivation for the trip. and rhythm designed so that each stage has its own reason within the trip.
YOUR WAY
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This itinerary is a foundation of inspiration. Pace, sequence, hotels, experiences and number of days can be adjusted to design the trip that makes sense for you.