Kyoto and Hakone ryokan escape
5-star ryokan stays, a private tea ceremony, Michelin-listed dining and a dedicated concierge throughout.
- Duration
- 9 nights, 10 days
- Route
- Kyoto, Hakone
- Best for
- Couples, honeymooners and well-travelled families who want Japan at its most refined.
- Stays
- 5-star ryokan and luxury hotels.
Highlights
- Traditional ryokan stays with in-room dining
- A private tea ceremony in Kyoto
- A dedicated concierge for the whole trip
Day by day
We share the full day-by-day plan with your options, after we know your dates and who’s travelling, because the order of days changes with the season and your pace.
Included
- Private vehicle and guide for your group only
- Itinerary, pace and hotels adjusted to you before confirmation
- Vegetarian and Jain meal planning in advance
- On-trip support from the Ninja Helpdesk in Hindi and Gujarati
Not included
- International flights (quoted separately, or bundled if you prefer)
- Japan visa fees (Bluedust can handle the application)
- Shopping and personal expenses
When to go
This route works all year, but it feels different in every season. The busiest months are March, April, November; for those, plan four to six months ahead. See Japan month by month.
Questions about this journey
Is the price fixed?
No. It scales with season, hotel category and group size. The figure shown is an honest starting point, not a final quote.
Can we change this itinerary?
Yes. Dates, pace, hotels and inclusions are adjusted with you before anything is confirmed.
Do prices include visa and flights?
No, but both can be quoted separately or bundled. Bluedust handles visa applications and books flights alongside the trip if you’d like.
Can meals be vegetarian or Jain?
Yes. We plan meals in advance and brief restaurants on your requirements. Choice is wide in the cities and narrower in rural areas, and we’ll tell you where before you book.
