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OVERVIEWHighlights
• Spot snow monkeys in Nagano • Explore a 16th-century samurai castle • Cycle through the rural town of Hagi • Experience a homestay in a traditional Japanese community Tour Code
217312
Duration
11 day
Departure City
Tokyo
End City
Kyoto
Language
English
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Take an intimate and semi-private trip with a small group
Designed for travelers in good health who are comfortable with light walking or hiking
Hotel: Shinjuku Washington Hotel or similar
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Arrive at any time.
There are no activities planned until an evening welcome meeting.
【Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Meeting - Meet Your CEO and Group】
Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.
Hotel: Shinjuku Washington Hotel or similar
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Take a CEO-led walking tour of eclectic modern Tokyo from the hub of Shinjuku to Shibuya through to Harajuku.
【Orientation Walk】
Let your CEO guide you around eclectic and modern Tokyo.
Hotel: Sotetsu Fresa Inn Nagano Zenkojiguchi or similar
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Journey to Nagano, located in the Japanese Alps and host city of the 1998 Winter Olympics. Discover the world-famous Jigokudani Monkey Park and watch Japanese snow monkeys bathing in the natural hot springs.
【Bullet Train】
Get to your next destination faster than the speed of light (ok maybe not that fast) aboard a high-speed train.
【Jigokudani Monkey Park Visit】
Visit the Jigokudani Monkey Park, where wild snow monkeys can be seen bathing in the natural hot springs. The pool where most of the monkeys soak is man made, fed by the hot springs. Along the walking paths up to the pools other monkeys tend to stop and watch visitors curiously.
Hotel: Sotetsu Fresa Inn Nagano Zenkojiguchi or similar
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Enjoy a day-trip to quaint Matsumoto and visit one of Japan's most treasured castles. Return to Nagano and explore historic Zenkoji Temple.
【Bullet Train】
Get to your next destination faster than the speed of light (ok maybe not that fast) aboard a high-speed train.
【Matsumoto Castle】
Stop at the castle of Matsumoto one of Japan's most treasured castles, maintaining it's original wooden interior and stone exterior. Explore this castle where 16th century Samurai once roamed before venturing out with the group to wander Matsumoto's ancient streets and or dine in a traditional storehouse.
【Local Train】
Climb aboard, take your seat, and get around like the locals do.
【Zenkō-ji Temple】
isit the Buddhist temple of Zenkō-ji, one of the last remaining pilgrimage sites. Built in the 7th century, the city of Nagano was built around the already standing structure.
Hotel: Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel or similar
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Travel to Otsu in Shiga prefecture, located on the banks of Lake Biwa, Japan's largest freshwater lake. Settle in and relax with a stroll around this picturesque lake before heading out to enjoy a delicious bowl of Ramen for dinner.
【Train】
Climb aboard, take a seat, and enjoy the ride.
Hotel: Homestay in Hagi or similar
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Grab a quick breakfast before heading off, on a long travel day. In the late afternoon, arrive in the quaint city of Hagi, a former castle town that boasts feudal architecture. Take part in a welcome ceremony with the local residents, and meet your host family at a community homestay, a Good project. Get to know each other as you enjoy dinner together.
【Train】
Climb aboard, take a seat, and enjoy the ride.
【Your G for Good Moment: Hagi Community Homestay】
Get to know a local family Good-supported community homestay in Hagi, a farming, fishing and historical heritage town. In recent years, due to the rapidly aging population and limited income opportunities in many of the rural areas of Japan, many community members have had to leave Hagi in order to make a living. Learn about local history and customs, and enjoy a home-cooked meal with your hosts.
Hotel: Homestay in Hagi or similar
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Explore rural Hagi on a guided morning cycle, spotting samurai architecture along the way. On return, experience authentic Japanese countryside life by partaking in seasonal activities with the community. Return to your homestay in the late afternoon and enjoy dinner with your host family.
【Hagi Cycling Excursion】
Explore Hagi on a cycling excursion led by your CEO. Enjoy the slow pace of life as you pedal past the city's samurai era architecture, and cycle along the Japanese Sea.
【Your G for Good Moment: Hagi Community Homestay】
Get to know a local family at this Good-supported community homestay in Hagi, a farming, fishing and historical heritage town. In recent years, due to the rapidly aging population and limited income opportunities in many of the rural areas of Japan, many community members have had to leave Hagi in order to make a living. Learn about local history and customs, and enjoy a home-cooked meal with your hosts.
Hotel: New Otani Tottori or similar
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Bid farewell to your host family after enjoying breakfast together. Later, travel to Miho-misumi by train, taking in scenic views along the way. Learn the art of making "washi," a UNESCO-recognized traditional Japanese paper before continuing to the seaside town of Tottori.
【Bullet Train】
Get to your next destination faster than the speed of light (ok maybe not that fast) aboard a high-speed train.
【Your Hands-On Moment: Traditional Paper-making Lesson】
Learn the traditional art of "washi" paper making. Take home your handmade washi as a memento.
Hotel: Agora Kyoto Karasuma or similar
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Spend the morning exploring Tottori's scenic sand dunes, some reaching 50m (164 ft) in height. After, visit the local fish market and opt for a fresh seafood lunch. In the late afternoon, travel to Kyoto for two nights in the traditional heart of Japan.
【Tottori Sand Dunes Visit】
Located along the coast of the Sea of Japan, the Tottori Sand Dunes (or "Tottori Sakyu") were formed thousands of years ago when sand was washed away from a nearby river. Walk amongst the dunes and opt to climb one to take in scenic views of the coastline.
【Tottori Fish Market Visit】
Check out Tottori's harbour fish market, home to fresh seafood and some of Japan's best crab. Walk amongst the stalls and watch the locals in action. Opt to try a tasty dish in the market's restaurant section.
【Train】
Climb aboard, take a seat, and enjoy the ride.
Hotel: Agora Kyoto Karasuma or similar
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Visit the iconic Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine, famed for an impressive 10,000 red torii gates. This afternoon, enjoy free time in this picturesque city. Opt to experience zen gardens, teahouses, shrines, and local gift shops – and maybe even spot a real-life geisha.
Kyoto is home to over 2,000 temples, including some of the most magnificent in the country, dating back centuries. Use free time to continue exploring, the options are endless – the city also boasts museums, castles, and traditional gardens – or opt to visit neighbouring Nara or Osaka.
【Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine Visit】
Visit the Fushimi Inari shrine, located just outside of Kyoto. Walk under the thousands of iconic torii gates (as seen in the film Memoirs of a Geisha) and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere. The shrine itself is at the base of the Inari mountain but includes many trails up to smaller shrines in the area.
【Free Time】
Explore more of this cultural hub.
Meal: B:Excluded L:Excluded D:Excluded
Depart at any time.
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Day | Activity | Price | Additional Information |
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D2 | Meiji Shrine (Meiji Jingū) Visit | Free-JPY1000.00/Person | |
D10 | Nijo Castle and Gardens Visit | JPY600.00/Person | |
D10 | Kinkaku-ji Golden Pavilion Visit | JPY500.00/Person | |
D10 | Kiyomizu Temple Visit | JPY400.00/Person |
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Cancellation PolicyCancellation made within:
Please Note:
• We are not responsible for any incidental expenses or consequential losses that the Client may have incurred as a result of the booking such as visas, vaccinations, non-refundable flights or rail, non refundable car parking or other fees, loss of earnings, or loss of enjoyment, etc. If the Client is offered a refund but requests an alternative tour of a higher value than that originally booked, then the Client must pay the difference in price.
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Special Notes
Pricing InfoYour reservation is always subject to confirmation by email, normally within one to two business days. * Price for Single Occupancy applies when one person stays in one standard hotel room.* Price for Double applies when two people stay in one standard hotel room respectively. * Children under 12 years of age are not permitted on this tour. * All travellers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult. * Child shares the same price as adult. * Maximum room capacity: 2 people. Reservation Info1.Immediately after submitting your reservation you will receive a Receipt of Reservation via email. 2. Within one to two business days of submitting your reservation you will receive a status update email from us. If you need to book an airline ticket, we recommend that you do so after you receive a confirmation of your tour reservation from us. 3. An E-Ticket will be sent to you via email as soon as details of your reservation are confirmed or your supporting information is received by us. We will provide you with all detailed information about your tour on the E-Ticket. Contact information for local tour provider will be included on E-Ticket for your convenience or re-confirmation purpose if re-confirmation is required. 4. Simply print your E-Ticket and present it with your valid photo ID on the day of your activity to your tour guide. Please remember E-Ticket is your proof of purchase. Terms and Conditions- Your purchase does not guarantee confirmation. Your purchase will initiate a reservation process. We will confirm with you via email within one to two business days. - Prices may vary due to availability. We reserve the right to make price adjustment without prior notice. - Please refer to our Standard Amendment, Cancellation and Refund Policy before you make reservation. - Please refer to Customer Agreement before you make reservation. - Local tour provider reserves the right to make modifications to tour arrangements including order of tour activities, hotel and its location if deemed necessary. |
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