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8-Day Tokyo + Nikko

Tokyo · 8 days · 2 travelers · culture

A 8-day culture/nature trip to Tokyo + Nikko for 2 travelers — mid-range budget, ~₹7,794/day per person plus ₹1,10,000 round-trip international transport. Highlights: Tokyo Tower, Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden, South Observation Deck, Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building No. 1.

Estimated budget

Total: ~₹137,622

  • Stays: ~₹37,150
  • Food: ~₹63,426
  • Transport: ~₹0
  • Experiences: ~₹20,900
  • Miscellaneous: ~₹16,146

Weather

22-29°C · Overcast

Pack: Comfortable walking shoes, Sunscreen, Light rain jacket / umbrella, 6 T-shirts/tops (plan on laundry for longer trips), 4 pairs of bottoms (jeans/trousers/shorts), 7 sets of innerwear & socks (plan on laundry for longer trips), Compact travel umbrella, Slip-on shoes for temple visits

Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1: Neon skyline views & maid cafe magic

Things to do

  • Tokyo Tower 4.5★ (98,864)

    An iconic communications and observation tower modeled after the Eiffel Tower, painted in white and international orange.

    2 hours · ₹525

  • Roppongi Hills - Tokyo City View 4.4★ (3,409)

    An indoor and outdoor observation deck on the 52nd floor of Roppongi Hills Mori Tower offering expansive urban views.

    2 hours · ₹525

  • Shibuya Sky 4.6★ (26,025)

    An open-air rooftop observation deck atop Shibuya Scramble Square offering panoramic 360-degree views of Tokyo.

    2 hours · ₹525

Where to stay

  • ANA InterContinental Tokyo by IHG 4.3★ (10,208)

    hotel · ~₹8,750/night

    Large luxury hotel in Akasaka featuring multiple restaurants, bars, and an outdoor swimming pool.

Food

Estimated cost for the day: ~₹104,650

Day 2: Shrine tranquility & vibrant cafe evenings

Things to do

  • Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden 4.6★ (45,400)

    A sprawling and peaceful national garden in Shinjuku blending traditional Japanese, English, and French landscape styles.

    2 hours · ₹525

  • Meiji Jingu 4.6★ (51,840)

    A serene Shinto shrine dedicated to the deified spirits of Emperor Meiji and his wife, set within a dense forest.

    2 hours · ₹525

  • Yoyogi Park 4.4★ (27,418)

    A spacious public park popular for weekend picnics, walking trails, and casual outdoor gatherings.

    2 hours · ₹525

Food

Estimated cost for the day: ~₹13,650

Day 3: Metropolitan panoramas & open park strolls

Things to do

Food

Estimated cost for the day: ~₹13,650

Day 4: Imperial history & garden tranquility

Things to do

  • Imperial Palace East National Gardens 4.4★ (10,217)

    Historic palace gardens featuring manicured lawns, stone walls, and ruins of Edo Castle.

    2 hours · ₹525

  • Tokyo Dome City 4.3★ (10,888)

    An urban entertainment complex featuring a roller coaster, a Ferris wheel, shopping malls, and the Tokyo Dome stadium.

    2 hours · ₹525

  • Koishikawa Korakuen Gardens 4.4★ (6,757)

    One of Tokyo's oldest and most serene traditional Japanese landscape gardens featuring ponds and miniature scenic reproductions.

    2 hours · ₹525

Food

  • L.VERUS Tokyo -Cafe&Bar- 4.7★ (306)

    Dinner · ₹963

    Ask the staff for their specialty.

  • LIGHTERS 4.6★ (315)

    Lunch · ₹1750

    Ask the staff for their specialty.

  • EDW yellow Shibuya 4.4★ (1,730)

    Breakfast · ₹1750

    Ask the staff for their specialty.

Estimated cost for the day: ~₹12,076

Day 5: Digital art wonder & waterfront gardens

Things to do

  • Kokyo Gaien National Garden 4.4★ (9,817)

    The spacious outer garden area surrounding the Tokyo Imperial Palace, featuring gravel paths and historic stone walls.

    2 hours · ₹525

  • Hamarikyu Gardens 4.4★ (12,514)

    A traditional Japanese strolling garden in central Tokyo featuring tidal ponds that change with the sea water and a teahouse.

    2 hours · ₹525

  • teamLab Planets TOKYO DMM 4.5★ (54,451)

    An immersive, digital art museum where visitors walk barefoot through water and interactive light installations.

    2 hours · ₹525

Food

Estimated cost for the day: ~₹13,650

Day 6: Ancient temples & historic museum farewells

Things to do

  • Edo-Tokyo Museum 4.4★ (14,332)

    A comprehensive museum showcasing the history and culture of Tokyo from the Edo period to modern times.

    2 hours · ₹525

  • Sensō-ji 4.6★ (97,307)

    Tokyo's oldest and most historically significant Buddhist temple located in Asakusa, approached via the bustling Nakamise shopping street.

    2 hours · ₹525

  • Rikugien Gardens 4.4★ (10,655)

    A classic Edo-period strolling garden renowned for its meticulously landscaped greenery and central pond.

    2 hours · ₹525

Food

  • Depot 4.1★ (1,080)

    Breakfast · ₹1750

    Ask the staff for their specialty.

  • MORETHAN BAKERY 4.3★ (849)

    Lunch · ₹1750

    Ask the staff for their specialty.

  • MORETHAN TAPAS LOUNGE 4.3★ (884)

    Dinner · ₹1750

    Ask the staff for their specialty.

Estimated cost for the day: ~₹13,650

Day 7: Travel to Nikko & Settle In

Travel to Nikko and settle into your next base.

Things to do

  • Kegon Falls 4.2★ (567)

    A breathtaking waterfall and one of Japan's three most beautiful waterfalls, surrounded by lush greenery and offering stunning views.

    2-3 hours · ₹500-1000

Where to stay

Food

  • 含満の茶屋

    Breakfast · ₹100-300

    Cafe serving tea and light meals

  • Yasai Cafe Meguri

    Lunch · ₹200-500

    Cafe serving vegetable-based dishes

  • 華まる

    Dinner · ₹300-800

    Pub serving a variety of drinks

Estimated cost for the day: ~₹4,850

Day 8: Final Exploration & Departure

Last-minute visit to Yumoto Onsen before departure.

Things to do

  • Yumoto Onsen 4.5★ (234)

    A natural hot spring and onsen experience, perfect for relaxation and rejuvenation.

    1-3 hours · ₹500-2000

Food

Estimated cost for the day: ~₹56,800

Travel tips

  • Purchase an IC card like Suica or Pasmo on your phone wallet for seamless transit on Tokyo trains and Nikko buses.
  • Carry cash or a global debit card, as many traditional temples, shrines, and smaller eateries in Nikko do not accept credit cards.
  • Keep your passport on you at all times, as Japanese law requires foreign tourists to carry it for identification.
  • Plan for rain during your day trips by packing sturdy footwear and waterproof layers since overcast and wet conditions are forecasted.