Accommodation
The style of accommodation indicated in the day-to-day itinerary is a guideline only and may change. On some occasions, alternative arrangements may need to be made due to the lack of availability of rooms in our preferred accommodation. In these cases, we will use a similar standard of accommodation. Throughout the trip, we request that our properties prepare rooms in time for our arrival, especially if weโre arriving prior to normal check-in time. However, this isnโt always possible which means we wonโt be able to check-in immediately on arrival at some hotels. Instead, we can store our luggage and explore our new destination or on some trips, have use of shared day rooms until all rooms are available. Double rooms in Japanese hotel rooms can be smaller than you may be used to (e.g. 20 square meters). Every effort will be made to accommodate double room requests. However, during busy periods, there may be occasions when we are unable to offer a double room, so a twin room will be provided. AVAILABILITY: The recent huge increase in tourism to Japan has put a lot of pressure on accommodation. On occasion, we may need to change accommodation from what is listed in the itinerary in order to operate your departure with minimal changes. ONSENS: We like to encourage travellers to visit traditional Japanese โonsensโ while in the country as it is a quintessential local experience. In public onsens this means bathing naked with others of the same gender. While the experience can feel strange at first for some, most of our groups end up enjoying this activity. There is very specific etiquette for visiting onsens - your leader can give you some tips and instructions. Please be aware that travellers with tattoos may not be permitted to enter public onsens. Private onsens may also be available - talk to your leader for more information. See our guide to onsens here: https://www.intrepidtravel.com/adventures/japan-onsen-guide/ FROSTED WINDOWS: Many hotels in Japan (and especially in Kyoto) may have frosted or opaque windows. This is to maintain privacy. While the windows let in natural light, you may not be able to see out. Hotel (10 nt), Hakone Feature Stay (1 nt)
Meals
11 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 4 dinners
Transport
Boat , Public Bus , Cable Car , Ferry , Metro , Bullet Train , Train
Others
Tokyo - Welcome dinner Tokyo - Sensoji Temple Tokyo - Shibuya walking tour Tokyo - Meiji Jingu Shrine Tokyo - Yoyogi Park Tokyo - Tokyo Skytree Tokyo - Tsukiji Outer Market Tokyo - Sushi Making Class Hakone - Cable car/Ropeway Hakone - Lake Ashinoko boat cruise Takayama - Leader-led walking tour (with street food sampling) Takayama - Showa Museum Takayama - Shirakawago Village Takayama - Morning Market visit Hiroshima - Okonomiyaki dinner Hiroshima - Leader-led orientation walk Hiroshima - Miyajima Island day trip Miyajima - Itsukushima-jinja Shrine Hiroshima - Peace Park & A - Bomb Dome Hiroshima - Peace Museum Himeji - Himeji Castle Kyoto - Gion District walk Kyoto - Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion) Kyoto - Daitokuji Temple Kyoto - Zen Buddhism meditation session Kyoto - Fushimi Inari-Taisha Kyoto - Sake Brewery & tasting Kyoto - Final dinner
Guide
All group trips are accompanied by one of our group leaders. The aim of the group leader is to take the hassle out of your travels and to help you have the best trip possible. Premium leaders are Intrepidโs most experienced, with in-depth knowledge and extensive local networks to make it a trip of a lifetime. Your leader will provide information on the places you are travelling through, offer suggestions for things to do and see, recommend great local eating venues and introduce you to our local friends. While not being guides in the traditional sense, you can expect them to have a broad general knowledge of the places visited on the trip, including historical, cultural, religious, and social aspects. At Intrepid we aim to support local guides who have specialised knowledge of the regions we visit. When not already included in your trip, your leader will be able to recommend a local guide service who can share more detailed or specialised information at specific sites should you be interested in delving deeper. Due to Japanโs popularity it has been necessary to go outside our traditional sources for employing tour leaders. As a result, our passionate, professional and trained tour leaders may either be Japanese or long term foreign residents in Japan.
Hygieneprotocol
All Intrepid travellers 18 years and older and Intrepid leaders will be required to be fully vaccinated. Travellers must provide proof of vaccination to the leader at the group meeting on day 1 of the trip. All children 5 and above must provide proof of vaccination, proof of recovery or a negative COVID-19 test. Any high-risk customer who is unable to be vaccinated for medical reasons can apply for an exemption. Exemptions will be assessed on a case by case basis. Customers must provide a medical certificate from a medical professional.
Not included:
Others
Departure transfer Entrance fees Pre and post-tour accommodation Tipping Other meals, snacks and drinks
Optional
Optional experiences are available on this tour for an additional cost and will be provided to you with your finalised travel documents. Please contact our team of Travel Experts for more information.
Insurance
Insurance is not included. Please make sure you are adequately covered. TourRadar has partnered up with XCover so that you can travel with peace of mind. You can add TourRadar Travel Protection on the booking page for your tour.
Flights
As we have travellers from all over the world, flights before and after the tour are not included in the tour price and you need to arrange these separately by yourself once your tour is guaranteed. As we specialise in organising the best tours around the world for you, we are unable to advise on flight prices or book flights on your behalf. We recommend that you do not book your flights until your place on the tour has been confirmed.
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Itinerary of your trip Premium Japan
- Day 1 Day 1: Tokyo
Day 1: Tokyo
- Day 2 Day 2: Tokyo
Day 2: Tokyo
- Day 3 Day 3: Tokyo
Day 3: Tokyo
Experience Style
Mixed
There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโre also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.
Accomodation level
Medium
This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.
Experience Type
Small Group
Youโll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.
Physical Rating
Average
There are several physical activities that last from 2 to 6 hours in easy terrains, low altitude flats, or water experiences. Please ask if youโre not sure this applies to you.
Age range
Min: 15 / Max: 99
Age range allowed for this experience.
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