Japan Calling! IRCTC Launches a 10-Day Tour Covering Tokyo, Mount Fuji and More
Dreaming of watching Mount Fuji, exploring ancient temples and speeding through Japan on a bullet train? IRCTC has launched a 10-day guided Japan tour from Delhi, offering travellers a chance to explore some of the country's most iconic destinations without planning every detail themselves.The “Japan Ex Delhi” package departs from Delhi on September 6, 2026, and returns on September 15 after nine nights and 10 days.The package starts at ₹3,45,999 per person on triple sharing.From Tokyo to Mount FujiThe Japanese adventure begins in Tokyo, where travellers can explore attractions including Asakusa Temple, Nakamise Shopping Street, Ueno Park and Odaiba. The itinerary also includes an immersive digital art experience. Depending on weather conditions, the tour will take travellers to Mount Fuji's Fifth Station, offering spectacular views of Japan's iconic peak.The journey then moves to Hakone, with experiences including the Hakone Ropeway, Owakudani Valley and a cruise aboard the famous Hakone Pirate Ship on Lake Ashi. And then comes one of the tour's biggest highlights—the Shinkansen bullet train.All Aboard the Bullet Train!Japan's legendary Shinkansen is known worldwide for its remarkable speed and punctuality. For many travellers, experiencing this high-speed train is as exciting as visiting the country's famous landmarks. The tour will take passengers through destinations including Hamamatsu, Kyoto, Osaka and Nara, allowing them to experience different sides of Japan.In Kyoto, travellers can discover historic temples, traditional neighbourhoods and the country's rich cultural heritage. Osaka brings a livelier experience, with its colourful streets and celebrated food culture.Nara offers another unique attraction—its famous free-roaming deer and centuries-old Buddhist temples.A Journey Through Japan's PastThe final leg takes travellers to Hiroshima, where they can visit memorials and museums that shed light on one of the defining moments of modern history.The itinerary therefore offers more than sightseeing. It combines technology, nature, culture, food and history in one carefully planned journey.What's Included?The package includes return economy-class airfare from Delhi, four-star hotel accommodation, tourist visa charges, breakfast, lunch and dinner, airport transfers, sightseeing by air-conditioned coach, an English-speaking guide and applicable taxes.Travel insurance is included for passengers below 70 years. Prices start at ₹3,45,999 for triple sharing, ₹3,49,999 for twin sharing and ₹4,73,999 for single occupancy. Child packages are also available.With flights, hotels, meals, visa assistance and guided sightseeing bundled together, the tour could offer a convenient way for Indian travellers to experience Japan without juggling multiple bookings.