Ultimate Japan

24 Days
From $10,665
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Trip Type
Small Group
Activity Level
Average

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(5 reviews)

Experience Overview

Begin your Japanese adventure in the tech-haven of Tokyo, then discover scenic beauty on the Hakone ropeway. Sip the best sake in Takayama and be reminded of the sobering past of Hiroshima. Visit the floating torii gate of Miyajima and make use of your local leader and guides to reveal layers of culture and history in lesser-known cities. Spend some time in Kyoto, then veer off the main island of Honshu to the naturally beautiful southwest. Wander through art-laden castles, spend a night in a tranquil homestay in Usuki and relax in the steam of Beppu’s onsens. Soak up the peace in the caldera of Mt Aso in a traditional Japanese inn surrounded by rice terraces. Visit the Peace Park in Nagasaki and end it all back in Osaka.

Highlights

  • Soar high above Lake Ashi and (on a clear day) get a glimpse of the iconic Mt Fuji on a ride on the Hakone ropeway.
  • Stay in a countryside homestay, taking you off the beaten track to experience classic Japanese hospitality. Feast on home-cooked meals over conversations with your welcoming hosts and learn about rural life in Japan. 
  • Spend three nights in Kyoto, and craft your own experience in this ancient capital with loads of free time and the help of your expert local leader.
  • Watch the steam coming out of the ‘hells’ (hot spring pools in Jigoku) of Beppu and enjoy a unique experience for lunch – you’ll cook and steam your food right in the hot spring steam, said to be rich with healthy minerals, then take a relaxing a soak in a traditional onsen,
  • Explore the little town of Takayama that sits within the Japanese Northern Alps and take in the stunning view of the five peaks of Mount Aso from the Daikanbo Observatory.

Trip Details

Product CodeProduct Code: 1726

Tour TypeTour Type: Small Group

AccommodationAccommodation: Moderate

TransportTransport: Boat,Public Bus,Private Bus,Cable Car,Ferry,Metro,Bullet Train,Train

Guide LanguageGuide Language: English

Supplier CodeSupplier Code: CJSTC

StartStarts: Tokyo, Japan

FinishFinishes: Osaka, Japan

DurationDuration: 24 days

DeparturesDepartures: Guaranteed

Physical RatingPhysical rating: Average

Includes

Meals: Breakfasts (3), Lunch (1), Dinner (3)
Accommodation: Hotel (17 nights),Japanese Inn (5 nights),Homestay (1 night)

Price

Price per person: (Double Occupancy) $10,665 ($444 /day)

Itinerary

1
Day 1: Tokyo

Konnichiwa! Welcome to Japan. Bursting with contemporary urban culture, there are many sides of Tokyo to explore, from fascinating museums and world-class shopping to neighbourhood backstreets lined with hole-in-the-wall eateries and bars. Your adventure begins with a welcome meeting at 6 pm tonight. You can arrive at any time during the day, as there are no activities planned until this important meeting. After, join your new travel companions for an optional dinner at a local restaurant.

Optional Activities:

  • Tokyo - Hama Rikyu Garden (300 JPY)
  • Tokyo - Sumida Hokusai Museum (400 JPY)
  • Tokyo - Tokyo National Museum (1000 JPY)
  • Tokyo - Ueno Park - Free

Accommodation:

  • Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)

2
Day 2: Tokyo - Nikko

Enjoy a free morning in Tokyo. This afternoon, you’ll catch a local train to Nikko. Japanese trains are a quintessential experience and one of the best insights into culture (and efficiency!) of the country. Go shopping for some snacks or a bento box at the train station and watch the scenery pass you by. Arrive in Nikko in the late afternoon – tonight, you'll stay in a small inn with shared facilities.

Accommodation:

  • Minshuku (Japanese Inn) (Number of Nights: 1)

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Day 3: Nikko

You have a full day to explore Nikko today – this ancient town is overflowing with shrines and temples, some a UNESCO World Heritage site! You'll visit Toshugu Shrine – the resting place of a Tokugawa shogun who was one of the most powerful rulers of the country. The opulent shrine contrasts with the traditional minimalist style commonly used throughout Japan. Every corner of this monument is covered in intricate gold leaf, lacquer work, paintings and patterns. Here, you can also visit the Nikko Toshogu Museum of Art at the back of the temple complex (for an extra fee). In your free time, maybe visit the red-lacquered Shin-kyo bridge and the Buddhist temple of Rinno-ji. Or you may prefer time exploring Nikko’s beautiful natural setting with a visit to Chuzenji Lake and Kegon Falls. Kanmangafuchi Abyss is another highlight in Nikko that your leader will take you to visit, where you'll see about 70 Jizo Buddhas looking out to the river.

Included Activities:

  • Nikko - Toshogu Shrine

Optional Activities:

  • Nikko - Bus to Chuzenji Lake (return) (2500 JPY)
  • Nikko - Imperial Villa (600 JPY)

Accommodation:

  • Minshuku (Japanese Inn) (Number of Nights: 1)

4
Day 4: Hakone

Say goodbye to Nikko and set out for a bit of a travel day to Hakone. Hop on a local train, followed by two shinkansen bullet trains and finally a bus. The journey is certainly worth it, as Hakone is a scenic hot spring resort in the foothills of Mt Fuji. You’ll be staying at a family-run ryokan tonight, with tatami-mat rooms, shared bathroom facilities and a lovely outdoor hot-spring onsen.

Accommodation:

  • Minshuku (Japanese Inn) (Number of Nights: 1)

5
Day 5: Hakone

This morning, hop on a boat across Ashinoko Lake, then ride the Hakone ropeway cable car to the top of the surrounding mountains. The area around the lake offers plenty of stunning views, and you may even catch a glimpse of Mt Fuji in the distance if weather conditions are clear. The afternoon is free to further explore Hakone’s mountain scenery and volcanic sites. Perhaps visit the boiling sulphur springs of Owakudani or Hakone Jinja Shrine with its red torii gate rising from the shore of Ashinoko Lake. Or, go for a walk through the hills of the famed grassland ecosystem of Sengokuhara. There’s also a great collection of art at the Hakone Open-Air Museum and the Pola Museum of Art – an eclectic mix that includes work by Renoir, Monet, Picasso, Van Gogh, Cezanne and Galle. Not what you would expect to find in a small Japanese town, right? so a great collection of art at the Hakone Open-Air Museum and the Pola Museum of Art, an eclectic mix that includes work by the likes of Renoir, Monet, Picasso, Van Gogh, Cézanne and Gallé. Not what you would expect to find in a small Japanese town, right?

Included Activities:

  • Hakone - Cable car/Ropeway
  • Hakone - Lake Ashinoko boat cruise

Optional Activities:

  • Hakone - Open-Air Museum (2000 JPY)
  • Hakone - Checkpoint Museum (500 JPY)
  • Hakone - Onsen (public hot spring bath) (1500 JPY)

Accommodation:

  • Minshuku (Japanese Inn) (Number of Nights: 1)

6
Day 6: Takayama

Travel by a local train, then a shinkansen towards Takayama – a charming Edo period town in the Japanese Alps, famous for its traditional inns, sake breweries and the Hida Folk Village. The village is your first stop – an outdoor museum where the traditional thatched-roof architecture unique to the area has been relocated to a mountain setting to preserve traditional Japanese culture. Discover the techniques used to build farmhouses that could withstand fierce winters and long periods of isolation due to snow-closed roads. The thick thatching kept in warmth, and the roofs were angled to minimise snow build-up. Each house is like its own self-contained museum, with displays of personal items and traditional tools. Your included dinner tonight will give you the chance to taste some of Takayama’s famous signature dishes.

Included Activities:

  • Takayama - Hida Folk Village

Accommodation:

  • Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)

7
Day 7: Takayama

This morning, you’ll head to the markets in Gifu prefecture – these markets have been held for over 600 years and are known for their array of high-altitude vegetables. Browse the stalls of seasonal produce that’s brought in from the surrounding countryside and set up by local farm women from 6 am every morning. Look out for the unique local style of pickles, the bags of miso wrapped in leaves, Genkotsu ame (soy bean candy), preserved fish, spices and the delicious marshmallow treat owara tamaten. You leader will advise a series of local's favourite snacks for you to sample as your breakfast today while you stroll through the market. The alpine climate and mountain waters are perfect for creating sake, so you'll also visit a local brewery for a taste of the region's prized signature drop. Head to Zenkoji temple to learn how to make incense that's believed to have purifying qualities. The rest of the day is free for you to explore this lovely town.

Included Activities:

  • Takayama - Market visit with snack sampling
  • Takayama - Sake brewery tasting
  • Takayama - Incense making in Zenkoji Temple

Optional Activities:

  • Takayama - Festival Float Museum (1000 JPY)
  • Takayama - Kusakabe Traditional House (1000 JPY)
  • Takayama - Bike hire (per day) (1000 JPY)
  • Takayama - Showa Museum (1000 JPY)
  • Takayama - Takayama Jinya Building (440 JPY)

Accommodation:

  • Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)

8
Day 8: Hiroshima

Travel by express train and shinkansen to Hiroshima today. Depending on what time you arrive today, you may visit Hiroshima’s Peace Park this afternoon or tomorrow morning. The Genbaku (A-Bomb) Dome and Peace Memorial Museum stand testament to the fateful day in August 1945 when Hiroshima was chosen as target for the first ever wartime use of the atomic bomb. The dome was just metres from where the bomb detonated so it was able to retain its shape and the fact that it looks almost exactly as it did after the bombing has made it an enduring symbol of peace. The memorial park serves the same purpose, and has museums, memorials and monuments dedicated to the memory of victims. This evening, head out with your leader for one of the city’s signature dishes for dinner – okonomiyaki, a savoury pancake of egg, cabbage, soba noodles, and meat or seafood.

Included Activities:

  • Hiroshima - Peace Park & A - Bomb Dome
  • Hiroshima - Peace Museum
  • Hiroshima - Okonomiyaki dinner

Accommodation:

  • Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)

9
Day 9: Miyajima - Hiroshima

Today you'll make your way to the nearby island of Miyajima with its famous 'floating' torii gate. You might like to further explore the island by climbing to the top of Mt Miyajima (or hopping on the cable car instead) for 360-degree views of the Inland Sea. Keep your eyes out for inquisitive and hungry deer that roam the streets. You have the rest of the day free to enjoy some of the other sites. You could stop by the five-storied Hiroshima Castle, which originally dates to the 1590s. It was destroyed by the bomb but reconstructed in all its glory in the 1950s, and now holds an informative museum. The wonderful Shukkeien Garden, with teahouses and waterfalls, is also a perfect place to decompress.

Included Activities:

  • Hiroshima - Miyajima Island

Optional Activities:

  • Miyajima - Itsukushima-jinja Shrine (300 JPY)

Accommodation:

  • Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)

10
Day 10: Kyoto

Leave Hiroshima today and take the train to Japan’s most impressive samurai castle at Himeji. The building, which has survived earthquakes and war since the mid-16th century, was restored to its full glory in 2015. The moats, baileys, towers and walled alleyways were ingeniously designed to trick attackers – perhaps so intimidatingly that they were never in fact tested! Explore the castle that was once home to over 10,000 samurai families and look out over the castle grounds and the city below from the seventh floor. Hop back on the shinkansen for the trip to Kyoto. Originally founded as Heian-kyo (‘tranquillity and peace capital’) by Emperor Kammu in 794, Kyoto was the capital of Japan for over 1000 years, but the emperor and government are now in Tokyo. With its many cultural landmarks and historical sites, and the abundance of traditional arts and literature, Kyoto is regarded as the cultural heart of Japan. In the evening, your leader will take you on a stroll through Gion, Kyoto's famous Geisha district. Even today you can observe the age-old tradition of geisha as they head out to perform dances and song for members of the wealthy elite in small teahouses tucked away in tiny back streets.

Included Activities:

  • Himeji - Himeji Castle
  • Kyoto - Gion District walk

Accommodation:

  • Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)

11
Day 11: Kyoto

Start your day with a visit to the iconic Kinkakuji Temple, with its impressive Golden Pavilion, immortalized by Yukio Mishima's novel. Then join a session of making a traditional Japanese sweat yatsuhashi and learn how mocha tea is made, before making a visit the 'Kitchen of Kyoto ' - Nishiki Market. Every visit to this market is almost a festive fare as there are so many local food and snacks on displace from fresh seafood to sweats. Sample a few different popular local snacks here like strawberry dumplings, chicken skewers or soy milk sweats etc, at the advice of your leader. Head to the layered red tori gates in Fushimi Inari for a visit. For the more active, hiking up the mountain following the red torii gates is a great way to enjoy the forest and the views over the city. Enjoy the rest of the afternoon and evening as your free time.

Included Activities:

  • Kyoto - Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion)
  • Kyoto - Fushimi Inari-Taisha
  • Kyoto - Japanese sweat making & Mocha tea experience
  • Kyoto - Nishiki Market walk with snack sampling

Optional Activities:

  • Kyoto - Bike hire (per day) from (1200 JPY)
  • Kyoto - Sanjusangendo Temple (600 JPY)
  • Kyoto - Kiyomizu-dera (500 JPY)
  • Kyoto - Tea Ceremony with Maiko/Geisha (14300 JPY)

Accommodation:

  • Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)

12
Day 12: Kyoto

Enjoy a free day to explore this charming ancient capital. Your tour leader will be able to help you with making the most out of your time. Maybe head off to Arashiyama to enjoy a wander through the Sagano bamboo forest, or cycle along the Kamo River. Another great stop is the architecturally impressive Higashi Honganji Temple and the almost surreal Sanjusangendo, home to 1,001 statues of Kannon. A gentle stroll through Kyoto's eastern hills along the ‘Path of Philosophy’ that links Ginkaku-ji, the Temple of the Silver Pavilion, with Nanzen-ji Temple is also recommended. This walk can be extended south through the well-preserved ‘old town’ areas to Kiyomizu-dera (Temple of Clear Water) with its famous viewing platform. Also recommended, for those visiting in spring, is a visit to the theatre for a presentation of Miyako Odori (Cherry Blossom Dance) performed by elaborately dressed maiko (apprentice geisha).

Accommodation:

  • Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)

13
Day 13: Osaka

This morning, say goodbye to the members of your group who are leaving and hop on a train to Osaka – the vibrant unofficial culinary capital, whose motto is 'Kuidaore' (eat until you drop). When you arrive, you’ll have free time to wander the trendy streets or pick up some lunch, before another welcome meeting at 6 pm tonight. After, perhaps join your new travel companions for an optional dinner at a local restaurant.

Accommodation:

  • Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)

14
Day 14: Takamatsu

Depart Osaka this morning and begin the journey west. Take the train across the bridge spanning the stunning Inland Sea and onto Takamatsu. This may be the largest city on the island of Shikoku (the smallest of Japan’s four main islands), but it's a beautifully unpretentious town full of history, top-notch food and interesting local art. Here, you'll visit Ritsurin Garden – one of the most beautiful gardens in the country. Dating back to the Edo period, it comprises several ponds and arched bridges designed around strolling paths, tea pavilions and historic trees, with a western garden in addition to the Japanese one. The garden also houses the Sanuki Folkcraft Museum, which displays a variety of ceramics and basketwork dating from the time of the Tokugawa shoguns.

Included Activities:

  • Takamatsu - Ritsurin Garden & Sanuki Folkcraft Museum

Accommodation:

  • Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)

15
Day 15: Naoshima Island/Takamatsu

Take the ferry this morning for a daytrip to the island of Naoshima, in the Inland Sea between Takamatsu and the mainland – famous worldwide for its modern art galleries, museums, avant-garde architecture and lovely natural setting. Explore the island by public bus or bicycle to take you between the galleries and installations. Wander between artworks, hear the sound of waves lapping at quiet coves and stumble upon the wonderful outdoor sculptures. Return to Takayama after a full day on the island, where you’ll have a free night.

Included Activities:

  • Takamatsu - Naoshima day trip (ferry, public bus & bicycle)

Optional Activities:

  • Naoshima - Art House Project (combined ticket) (1050 JPY)
  • Naoshima - Chichu Art Museum (2100 JPY)
  • Naoshima - Benesse House Museum (1300 JPY)

Accommodation:

  • Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)

16
Day 16: Matsuyama

This morning, take the train and head west to Matsuyama – one of Japan’s least discovered prefectures coined ‘the citrus state’ by the locals. When you arrive and have maybe picked up a mikan (mandarin) or two, visit the hill-top Matsuyama Castle with your group. This is one of Japan's most impressive surviving castles, sitting right in the middle of the city. Unlike most castles in Japan, this one has an exciting collection of artefacts inside, so take the chance to check them out and learn a little more about Matsuyama's feudal history while you’re there. This afternoon, you’ll have some free time to relax and unwind at the Dogo Onsen – one of the oldest bath houses in Japan – or if you’d prefer more exploration, maybe visit Ishiteji Temple – the 51st of the 88 temples that make up Shikoku’s 88 Sacred Temples circuit (Japan’s most famous pilgrimage route).

Included Activities:

  • Matsuyama - Matsuyama Castle

Optional Activities:

  • Matsuyama - Dogo Onsen (basic entry) (460 JPY)
  • Matsuyama - Ishiteji Temple - Free

Accommodation:

  • Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)

17
Day 17: Usuki

Get ready for a bit of a travel day today. Jump on a train and then ferry for Usuki, on Kyushu Island – the third largest of Japan’s four main islands. When you arrive around midday, take a public bus to the village to visit the local sake brewery, where you’ll get to see how sake (the national drink of Japan, beloved by the locals) is made, followed by a tasting of the brewery’s finest. Then, carry on to your homestay. When you arrive, your hosts will be waiting for you to welcome you into their home. Your evening will be filled with collaborative dinner preparation, followed by a feast of delicious home-cooked dishes. Share stories with your hosts, get to know about their life here and learn a few things about Japanese cooking that you can bring home with you.

Included Activities:

  • Usuki - Local Sake brewery visit and tasting
  • Usuki - Japanese home-cooking experience

Accommodation:

  • Homestay (Number of Nights: 1)

18
Day 18: Beppu

Say goodbye to your hosts after a traditional home-cooked breakfast. Then, head to Beppu, famous for its variety of hot springs and onsens in Kyushu. Have lunch at a specialty restaurant that offers a unique dining experience where you can select the food you’d like, put the dishes in a steamer and watch as they’re cooked by the steam of the hot springs! This means your food will be infused with all the healthy minerals of the baths. Then, you’ll visit Jigoku (which translates to 'hell') – a collection of differently coloured steaming hot spring pools with different benefits. After, head to a local onsen for a relaxing soak. The evening is yours to spend your way in this relaxing city.

Included Activities:

  • Beppu - 'Hells' of Beppu (Jigoku)
  • Beppu - local onsen
  • Beppu - Steamed lunch (Beppu style)

Accommodation:

  • Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)

19
Day 19: Beppu

Today is a free day in Beppu. This is the perfect opportunity to take it easy in this onsen town, soaking your muscles and taking advantage of the benefits. Maybe explore other onsens in the city or alternatively, explore Beppu at your own pace. Maybe check out Jigoku Onsen Museum or take the Mount Tsurumi ropeway to the top for views overlooking the city. The lower station of the ropeway is a great spot for cherry blossom season! You might like to visit the Yawata Asami Shrine, Beppu Tower or take a daytrip out the nearby Yufuin town. The day is yours!

Accommodation:

  • Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)

20
Day 20: Mount Aso

Today is all about chasing views! Hop in your private transfer this morning and head to Mt Aso, stopping at Ogi Rice Terrace along the way. Soak up the scenic landscape of Ogi between Mt Aso and the Kuju Mountains Range. When you’ve snapped some photos, head on to the Daikanbo Observatory for some excellent views of the five central peaks of the mountain. This viewpoint is also known as the Nehan-zo, or Nirvana Buddha, referencing the image of Buddha in repose. Stop for lunch, then get ready for a hike either on the moon-like Sunesenri trail to Nakadake Crater – the largest among the five craters of the mountain or to Kusasenri trail on the grassland, depending on crater's accessibility. After your hike, continue your journey to your accommodation for tonight – you’ll be staying in a traditional Japanese inn, right in the caldera formed from ancient volcano eruptions. Surrounded by rice fields, you’re in for a peaceful night here.

Included Activities:

  • Mount Aso - Nakadake Crater
  • Mount Aso - Sunasenri trail hike (or Kusasenri trail, weather and access dependent)
  • Mount Aso - Ogi Rice terraces
  • Mount Aso - Daikanbo Observatory

Accommodation:

  • Japanese Inn (Number of Nights: 1)

21
Day 21: Nagasaki

This morning, say goodbye to your scenic guesthouse and hop back on the train to Nagasaki, arriving in the early afternoon. Nagasaki was the sole port in Japan to trade with Dutch and Portuguese back in the 16th century, so city has a fascinating mixture of traditional Japanese and western architectural influence. Follow your leader on an orientation walk, then head over to Glover Garden – an open air museum where you can see some of the old foreign merchant houses. See the Former Glover House, the oldest wooden western style building, and learn about a unique part of history in Nagasaki. You then have a free afternoon, so maybe ask your leader where to grab dinner.

Included Activities:

  • Nagasaki - Glover Garden

Accommodation:

  • Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)

22
Day 22: Nagasaki

Wake up in Nagasaki this morning – the coastal city set on a natural harbour has surrounding hills with many viewpoints over the scenic hub. Visit the Peace Park and Atomic Bomb Museum for a sobering reminder of what happened on that dreadful day – the 9th of August 1945. If you wish to reflect and explore further, there are some other interesting museums nearby worth visiting. You will have a day pass for the trams in the city, so take the time to explore Nagasaki in your free afternoon. Consider heading over to Dejima – this artificial island was once a Dutch trading post in the 17th to the 19th centuries (and the sole foreign presence in the whole country at one point). The 26 Martyrs Memorial, Oura Catholic Church, and Dutch Slopes also give you a glimpse into the life of the early Christians and European traders in Japan. The Hidden Christian Sites in the Nagasaki Region are also on the UNESCO World Heritage List. This evening, maybe slurp up some champon noodles (ramen, Nagasaki-style)!

Included Activities:

  • Nagasaki - Peace Park & Atomic Bomb Museum
  • Nagasaki - tram day pass

Optional Activities:

  • Nagasaki - Nagasaki Museum of History & Culture (630 JPY)
  • Nagasaki - Dejima Historical District (520 JPY)
  • Nagasaki - 26 Martyrs Memorial (500 JPY)
  • Nagasaki - Oura Catholic Church (1000 JPY)

Accommodation:

  • Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)

23
Day 23: Osaka

Say goodbye to Kyushu and jump on the shinkansen back to Osaka. When you arrive this afternoon, soak up some free time to relax or explore. Tonight, why not head out for dinner and drinks with your leader and fellow travellers, to celebrate an amazing trip in southern Japan.

Accommodation:

  • Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)

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Day 24: Osaka

With no further activities planned, your trip comes to an end this morning. That doesn’t mean your time in Japan has to end! There is plenty to do and explore in Osaka, so if you’d like to extend your stay, just speak to your booking agent ahead of time.

Tour Operator

Intrepid Travel

Intrepid Travel is a global adventure travel company, dedicated to providing sustainable, experience-rich travel opportunities. They’ve been the leader in ethical, small-group travel since 1989 - taking people around the world for more than 30 years. They’re the world’s largest travel B Corporation - dedicated to being the best travel company for the world. In 2002, they established The Intrepid Foundation so their travellers could make a lasting impact on the communities they had visited. Although Intrepid Travel absorbs all administrative costs of The Intrepid Foundation, they are separate legal entities, allowing The Intrepid Foundation to grow independently. Intrepid Travel is made up of a collection of tour operator brands and 28 destination management companies all united by one vision: To change the way we all see the world.

In Business Since 1989

Reviews

 

Helena   -  Traveled, September 2023

I recommend this trip if you have never been to Japan and want to see the highlights. There are definitely some long travel days but considering we were travelling by bullet trains, could’ve been much longer! It was a good balance of included activities and free time and the leaders were great at providing suggestions. Takeshi (Tai) was great at providing insight into the culture of Japan. Atsuko (Addie) was very well organized and so enthusiastic. There was definitely way more hiking than I anticipated on this trip, but I thoroughly enjoyed it.

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 09/24/2023

 

Peter   -  Traveled, April 2023

Be aware! I’ve had 3 great trips but this last one started off poorly but ended well. Poor customer service and some unwelcome surprises in the first few days. In perspective, Japans wage growth in the last 30 years is only 5%! This tour is overpriced. Offsetting the negatives the tour guides were excellent.

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 05/01/2023

 

jessica   -  Traveled, April 2023

A truly fantastic trip. It can be tiring at times so not the the faint hearted but one of the best ways to explore Japan. Intrepid and their guides will guarantee you a memorable experience.

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 05/03/2023

 

Igor   -  Traveled, March 2023

This trip is amazing! Japan is the country a must to see. Trip is covering a lot geographically and culture wise.

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 04/13/2023

 

Eric   -  Traveled, October 2022

Eine tolle Reise welche einem Japan wirklich näher bringt. Ein guter Mix von Stadt, Land und Kultur macht diese Tour empfehlenswert.

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 11/22/2022

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