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Mountain Spirits Tohoku
Summary
The Tohoku journey is a trip that brings you in contact with the people of Tohoku and its culture. Discover the charms of Tohoku- the spirit of the Samurai, magnificent temples co-existing with nature and unique local culture and food. Tohoku is famous for its rice, its sake, and its whiskey. Visit the Nikka whiskey distillery to learn about the craft and enjoy the idyllic surroundings. Tohoku’s pristine nature is on display in Oirase garage where you can stroll along the river as it winds its way from Lake Tawada into the forest. Bask in the beauty of Hirosaki, especially in cherry blossom season, and marvel at the stunning garages of Ichinoseki.
Highlights
- Enjoy a boat cruise on the Sumida River to the historic Hamarikyu Garden, with the striking backdrop of gleaming towers in the new Shiodome area.
- Enjoy the sumptuous Japanese delicacies.
- Visit Mount Nyuto for spectacular views of the surrounding mountains and Lake Tazawako to the south.
- Visit ancient temples and historic sites and learn about the culture of the people.
- Enjoy the stunning and beautiful scenery.
What is included in this tour?
Items that are included in the cost of tour price.- Full-time services of an English-speaking tour guide
- 12 nights in hotels and Japanese-style inns (Ryokan, Minshuku and Shukubo)
- Daily breakfast & 10 dinners
- All transportation between tour locations
- Entrance to museums, temples and other sights on the group’s itinerary
- Forwarding of one item of luggage on 4 occasions
What is not included in this tour?
Items that are not included in the cost of tour price.- Flights
- Airport transfers
- Pay locally for drinks with meals and for lunches
- Entrance fees to museums, temples etc. not mentioned in the itinerary
- A single room supplement is required for solo travellers at hotels
Day by day Itinerary
Day 1
Meet in TokyoMeet your guide and other group members at the tour hotel in central Tokyo in the evening. There will be a Welcome Dinner at a nearby local restaurant.
Check-in at the Hotel.
Hotel options
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Hoshinoya Tokyo
HOSHINOYA Tokyo lies in the city's economic center, a short walk from Tokyo Station and the Imperial Palace. In contrast with its grand facade, the 17-story hotel offers a relaxed ambience
with a sense of intimacy and surprise--qualities that are rooted in traditional Japanese hospitality.
Day 2
Sightseeing in TokyoAfter breakfast, Your guide will meet you at the hotel. Our first full day will be spent on a walking tour of Tokyo. We begin with the historic Yanakathe neighborhood, strolling past small temples, shops, and traditional houses. Continuing to Asakusa, we visit Tokyo’s oldest temple Senso-Ji, completed in 645 and approached via the Kaminarimon Gate with its giant red lantern. From Asakusa, we board a boat and cruise on the Sumida River to the historic Hamarikyu Garden, with the striking backdrop of gleaming towers in the new Shiodome area.
Check-in at the Hotel.
Day 3
NikkoAfter breakfast, your guide will meet you at the hotel, we board a train for the journey out of Tokyo to Nikko, two hours to the north. The forests and mountains of Nikko have been arced to the Japanese for 1,200 years, and it was here that in 1617 the Shogun Tokugawa Ieyasu had himself enshrined at Tosho-Gu. These extravagantly ornate buildings are now on the list of UNESCO World Heritage sites and we will take a guided walking tour of the main shrine structures. Afterward, we relax at our inn situated along a small river valley. We enjoy a sumptuous dinner of Japanese food served by the gracious Ryokan staff.
Check-in at the Ryokan (Travelers Inn).
Walking distance: 5.6km / 3.5 miles.
The time required: 2 hours.
Day 4
Oze MarshlandAfter breakfast, your guide will meet you at the Ryokan (Travelers Inn). We travel for two hours on a series of mountain roads to the start of our walk into Oze Marshland. A two-hour hike brings us to the marshland high in the mountains of the Nikko National Park. This beautiful area is a haven for wildflowers and plants. We stay at a friendly mountain lodge next to the Oze-numa lake.
Check-in at the Yamagoya (Mountain Lodge).
Walking distance: 14.5km / 9 miles.
Elevation gain: 300m / 985 feet ascent; 200m / 655 foot descent.
The time required: 4 hours.
Day 5
Hikking in OzeAfter an early breakfast, we hike through the Oze Marshland to the Oze-ga-Hara area, where boardwalks are laid out amongst the marshes. We continue to the northern edge of the marsh, where a bus will take us through a long valley to Okutadani lake and a boat ride to the opposite side. Another short bus ride will bring us to Tochiomata hot spring, where we stay in a lovely traditional Ryokan, enjoying a dip or two in the open-air hot spring baths.
Check-in at the Onsen Ryokan (Hot-spring Travelers Inn).
Walking distance: 16km / 10 miles
Elevation gain: 250m / 820 feet ascent; 150m / 490 foot descent
The time required: 6 hours
Day 6
Dewa SanzanAfter breakfast, your guide will meet you at the Onsen Ryokan, then take a bus to the nearby town of Koide, transferring to the Shinkansen (Bullet train) for the continuation to the north, following the picturesque Japan Sea coast for part of the way. Our destination is Dewa Sanzan (literally ‘three peaks of Dewa’), which refers to the three sacred peaks of Haguro-San, Gas-San, and Yudono-San. The lowest of the three, Haguro-San is the spiritual home of the Shugendo sect, a mixture of the native Shinto belief and Buddhism. Mountain ascetics known as Yamabushi can still be seen with their conch shells, used to call the spirits. We will also visit the Gyokusenji temple. Said to have been founded in 1251 by the Zen monk Ryonen Homyo Zenji. We will take a peaceful moment to enjoy the view of the garden while participating in the tea ceremony. From Gyokusenji, we will head to a lovely Shukubo (pilgrims lodgings) where we stay tonight. Dinner is a meal of Shojin-Ryori, vegetarian Buddhist cuisine.
Check-in at the Shukubo (Pilgrims Lodging).
Walking distance: 2 miles / 3.2km
Elevation gain: ascending the steps to Haguro-San (if we stay in lodgings at the base of the mountain, we will walk in these steps tomorrow instead).
The time required: 1.5 hours.
Day 7
Mount Gas-SanWe travel by a local bus and it brings us to the start of our hike on Mount Gas-San. The highest of the three sacred mountains, Gassan is covered in deep snow for much of the year. The mountain is officially ‘opened’ each year with a ceremony at the Shinto shrine at the summit, which we will reach following a two and half hour climb. Along the hike, there are lovely small ponds formed by the melting snow and an abundance of alpine flowers.
After a picnic lunch, we will retrace our steps down the mountain and head to the entrance of Haguro-San. We will walk up a beautiful staircase of 2,446 stone steps through giant cedars to the summit, At the top, pilgrims in their white coats, head of the Dewa Sanzan shrine with its massive thatched roof, which we will visit before returning to Shukobo lodging for dinner. Following dinner, there will be an optional visit to a nearby natural hot spring.
Check-in at the Shukubo (Pilgrims Lodging).
Walking distance: 9.5km / 6 miles
Elevation gain: 600m / 2,000 feet ascent; 600m / 2,000 foot descent
The time required: 4.5 hours
Day 8
Kakunodate and Nyuto hot springThis morning, we leave the Dewa Sanzan area. Our first stop is Kakunodate, a former feudal town with well-preserved Samurai residences. We walk through the former Samurai quarter, with an opportunity to visit one of the elegant samurai houses, before arriving in the merchants’ area. Lastly, we will continue to Nyuto Hot Spring, a hot spring town in which each hot spring has its own unique water source. We check into our beautiful hot spring Ryokan for the night and in the evening we will dine around the Irori (traditional sunken hearth).
Check-in at the Onsen Ryokan (Hot-spring Travelers Inn).
Day 9
Nyuto hot springAfter breakfast, your guide will meet you at the Onsen Ryokan (Hot-spring Travelers Inn). We head off along a path, climbing towards Mount Nyuto for spectacular views of the surrounding mountains and Lake Tazawako to the south. The length of the walk and the route will be decided locally based on the weather conditions. Those wishing for a more relaxed day can stay and soak in the hot springs, or try some short walks along the valley floor.
Check-in at Onsen Ryokan (Hot-spring Travelers Inn).
Walking distance: 9.5km / 6 miles
Elevation gain: 600m / 2,000 feet ascent; 600m / 2,000 foot descent
The time required: 5 hours
Day 10
Tono ValleyToday, we will travel by road to Tono, famous in Japan for its rich folklore. This rural community set in a broad green valley takes great pride in its folk tales, which feature such characters as the Kappa, child-sized beings that live in or near rivers. The local people have a strong pride in their culture and myths and have worked hard to preserve them.
Check-in at Hotel or Minshuku (Family-run guesthouse).
Day 11
Return to TokyoIn the morning, we rent bicycles and cycle slowly along the quiet country lanes of the wide Tono Valley. Depending on the time of year, we may see rice being harvested. After lunch, we will take the local train to Shin-Hanamaki and catch the Shinkansen Bullet Train back to Tokyo, arriving early evening.
Check-in at Hotel.
Cycling distance: 25km / 16 miles
Elevation gain: little ascent or descent
The time required: 2 hours
Day 12
TokyoThere will be a free day today in Tokyo, for shopping, visiting a museum, or simply wandering through the city. In the evening, there will be a Farewell Dinner with your guide at a local restaurant.
Check-in at Hotel.
Day 13
Tour EndsAfter breakfast, Your guide will meet you at the Osaka hotel and offer assistance and advice for traveling to your next destination or if you are extending your stay in Japan.
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Hoshinoya Tokyo
HOSHINOYA Tokyo lies in the city's economic center, a short walk from Tokyo Station and the Imperial Palace. In contrast with its grand facade, the 17-story hotel offers a relaxed ambience
with a sense of intimacy and surprise--qualities that are rooted in traditional Japanese hospitality.
Hoshinoya Tokyo
HOSHINOYA Tokyo lies in the city's economic center, a short walk from Tokyo Station and the Imperial Palace. In contrast with its grand facade, the 17-story hotel offers a relaxed ambience
with a sense of intimacy and surprise--qualities that are rooted in traditional Japanese hospitality.
![Hotel Gajoen Tokyo](https://admin.adventure.asia/storage/uploads/hotels/K0VrGSaL6H8MxJAwewmP4SYotheq5rMV8rj4MvLP.jpg)
Hotel Gajoen Tokyo
Enchanting galleries filled with Japanese pre-war art Tranquil gardens with a river flowing through them Traditional banquet halls for weddings, events and exhibitions.
All of our guests rooms are relaxing and luxurious suites.
Hotel Gajoen Tokyo
Enchanting galleries filled with Japanese pre-war art Tranquil gardens with a river flowing through them Traditional banquet halls for weddings, events and exhibitions.
All of our guests rooms are relaxing and luxurious suites.
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Onsen Ryokan Yuen Shinjuku Tokyo
Our name, "Yuen," is a Japanese word meaning "origins." A "ryokan" is a place where travelers are met with a meal and a place to rest. The origin of the "ryokan" is, in a sense, the "omotenashi" hospitality culture of Japan taking physical form.
It is a calm, quiet space, born of an austere and simple design, possessed of a minimalist beauty, that welcomes all five senses across all four seasons.
During your stay with us, we hope you enjoy the full experience ofthis new "onsen ryokan,"formed out of a studied devotion tothe true meaning of "ryokan" culture
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Onsen Ryokan Yuen Shinjuku Tokyo
Our name, "Yuen," is a Japanese word meaning "origins." A "ryokan" is a place where travelers are met with a meal and a place to rest. The origin of the "ryokan" is, in a sense, the "omotenashi" hospitality culture of Japan taking physical form.
It is a calm, quiet space, born of an austere and simple design, possessed of a minimalist beauty, that welcomes all five senses across all four seasons.
During your stay with us, we hope you enjoy the full experience ofthis new "onsen ryokan,"formed out of a studied devotion tothe true meaning of "ryokan" culture
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The Knot Shinjuku Tokyo
Our guest rooms use materials and colors which allow guests to experience the green and openness of the Shinjuku Central Park West situated right in front of the hotel.
We have guest rooms that overlook the Tokyo Metropolitan Building surrounded by green, as well as a Terrace Suite spanning over 200㎡ that may be used as a party or banquet room.
Enjoy all our guest room amenities designed to capture the playful spirit of Shinjuku.
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The Knot Shinjuku Tokyo
Our guest rooms use materials and colors which allow guests to experience the green and openness of the Shinjuku Central Park West situated right in front of the hotel.
We have guest rooms that overlook the Tokyo Metropolitan Building surrounded by green, as well as a Terrace Suite spanning over 200㎡ that may be used as a party or banquet room.
Enjoy all our guest room amenities designed to capture the playful spirit of Shinjuku.
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Hoshinoya Tokyo
HOSHINOYA Tokyo lies in the city's economic center, a short walk from Tokyo Station and the Imperial Palace. In contrast with its grand facade, the 17-story hotel offers a relaxed ambience
with a sense of intimacy and surprise--qualities that are rooted in traditional Japanese hospitality.
Hoshinoya Tokyo
HOSHINOYA Tokyo lies in the city's economic center, a short walk from Tokyo Station and the Imperial Palace. In contrast with its grand facade, the 17-story hotel offers a relaxed ambience
with a sense of intimacy and surprise--qualities that are rooted in traditional Japanese hospitality.
![Hotel Gajoen Tokyo](https://admin.adventure.asia/storage/uploads/hotels/K0VrGSaL6H8MxJAwewmP4SYotheq5rMV8rj4MvLP.jpg)
Hotel Gajoen Tokyo
Enchanting galleries filled with Japanese pre-war art Tranquil gardens with a river flowing through them Traditional banquet halls for weddings, events and exhibitions.
All of our guests rooms are relaxing and luxurious suites.
Hotel Gajoen Tokyo
Enchanting galleries filled with Japanese pre-war art Tranquil gardens with a river flowing through them Traditional banquet halls for weddings, events and exhibitions.
All of our guests rooms are relaxing and luxurious suites.
![Onsen Ryokan Yuen Shinjuku Tokyo](https://admin.adventure.asia/storage/uploads/hotels/5cFiEXSjFfaTzNqmrQqGF02NbxbkRghFOeNBNT1P.jpg)
Onsen Ryokan Yuen Shinjuku Tokyo
Our name, "Yuen," is a Japanese word meaning "origins." A "ryokan" is a place where travelers are met with a meal and a place to rest. The origin of the "ryokan" is, in a sense, the "omotenashi" hospitality culture of Japan taking physical form.
It is a calm, quiet space, born of an austere and simple design, possessed of a minimalist beauty, that welcomes all five senses across all four seasons.
During your stay with us, we hope you enjoy the full experience ofthis new "onsen ryokan,"formed out of a studied devotion tothe true meaning of "ryokan" culture
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Onsen Ryokan Yuen Shinjuku Tokyo
Our name, "Yuen," is a Japanese word meaning "origins." A "ryokan" is a place where travelers are met with a meal and a place to rest. The origin of the "ryokan" is, in a sense, the "omotenashi" hospitality culture of Japan taking physical form.
It is a calm, quiet space, born of an austere and simple design, possessed of a minimalist beauty, that welcomes all five senses across all four seasons.
During your stay with us, we hope you enjoy the full experience ofthis new "onsen ryokan,"formed out of a studied devotion tothe true meaning of "ryokan" culture
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The Knot Shinjuku Tokyo
Our guest rooms use materials and colors which allow guests to experience the green and openness of the Shinjuku Central Park West situated right in front of the hotel.
We have guest rooms that overlook the Tokyo Metropolitan Building surrounded by green, as well as a Terrace Suite spanning over 200㎡ that may be used as a party or banquet room.
Enjoy all our guest room amenities designed to capture the playful spirit of Shinjuku.
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The Knot Shinjuku Tokyo
Our guest rooms use materials and colors which allow guests to experience the green and openness of the Shinjuku Central Park West situated right in front of the hotel.
We have guest rooms that overlook the Tokyo Metropolitan Building surrounded by green, as well as a Terrace Suite spanning over 200㎡ that may be used as a party or banquet room.
Enjoy all our guest room amenities designed to capture the playful spirit of Shinjuku.
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Hiroshima And Shimanami Kaido
Shimanami Kaido is one of the most famous cycling routes in Japan, starting at Onomichi city in Hiroshima Prefecture and ending at the Imabari city in Ehime prefecture. The route takes you cycling through six islands, offering unparalleled views of the Seto inland sea. You have the opportunity to take a detour on one of the six islands, explore a little and stay overnight in a quaint and friendly local family-run accommodation. Traverse islands on roads and bridges built just for cycling. Relax at a historical seaside Onsen. Watch the sun descend behind the mountains in the distance. Experience the Shimanami Kaido, a bright blue path of bike lanes and bridges built across the islands of The Setouchi Sea. Explore the mountains of Ehime and the famous shrine in the water at Miyajima. Enjoy exquisite meals prepared just for you. We cannot wait for you to soak in the beauty of this often unexplored region.
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Wildlife and Mysterious Landcapes in Eastern Hokkaido
On this tour, guests travel from Kushiro to Hokkaido’s eastern pacific coast to the Shiretoko Peninsula, stretching out into the Sea of Okhotsk. Throughout the tour, you will see untouched nature, visit UNESCO wetland nature reserves, experience the spectacular landscapes formed by volcanoes, and enjoy the flora and fauna, especially to Hokkaido. This tour features relaxing Onsen hot springs after each day’s walk and wonderful regional cuisine is known to be some of the freshest in Japan, along with the opportunity to learn the history of Hokkaido’s indigenous peoples, the Ainu. You are sure to be surprised by how much nature has to offer, each location taking you one step deeper into the true nature of eastern Hokkaido.
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Eastern Hokkaido in 5 Days
If you’ve already explored the bustling streets of Tokyo, wolfed down bowls of ramen in Osaka, and are still craving a wholly different experience of Japan, traverse to its northern island of Hokkaido. Here, you’ll be greeted with a taste of the country unlike you’ve known. The island boasts six breathtaking national parks filled with primeval forests, mountains and volcanoes, Onsens, a fascinating Ainu indigenous culture, swathes of wildlife and possibly the world’s clearest and most beautiful lakes. For those who love the cold, snowy Hokkaido boasts of an insatiable array of winter activities you can try, including skiing on the world’s best ski slopes in Furano and celebrating its famous winter festivals. But if summer travels are your thing, the island forms into a postcard-perfect landscape of the beautiful flower fields, with temperatures mild and pleasant enough for you to do plenty of sightseeing in.
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Lake Akan to Shiretoko – Hokkaido Winter
Self-guided exploration of Eastern Hokkaido’s winter landscapes and wildlife Discover the pristine natural landscape of Hokkaido in this 7-day winter itinerary. Japan’s second-largest main island is a paradise for nature lovers and bird watchers, with snow-capped mountain ranges, serene forests and deep crater lakes. Starting in Kushiro on the east coast, you’ll travel north, heading into the winter wilderness of the Akan-Mashu National Park. Visit UNESCO World Heritage nature reserves, experience spectacular snow-covered landscapes and spot rare wildlife unique to Hokkaido before ending your adventure on the unique Shiretoko Peninsula.
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Cycling Lake Biwa, Kyoto
Enjoy a day off in the ultimate tranquility of the countryside as you take a leisurely cycle along the shores of Lake Biwa, the largest in Japan. Using electric bikes that provide an effortless, refreshing ride, this course follows beautiful lakeside roads up to stunning scenes of step rice terraces. This is a slow-paced, off-the-beaten-path tour in the countryside, showing a different side of Japan. Visit local shrines and wander along village streets free of the tourist crowds. Have a delightful lunch in the traditional home of a local farming couple. Instructed by the lady of the house, indulge yourself in preparing a delicious lunch (a vegetarian menu is also available) using the freshest local ingredients. We hope you will join us on this tour and its feast of discoveries!
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Winter Nakasendo Trail from Kyoto
The winter Nakasendo trail tour is a fully-guided tour suitable for anyone who can walk at a gentle pace for three to four hours in comfort. In general, the route is greatly undulating but it also includes some short, steeper climbs. The lower temperatures of winter include the probability of snow at some points along the route. Time to include both the Western and the Chinese New Year holiday periods, this tour provides modern-day walkers with a comforting taste of Edo Period Japan in winter. We cross several high passes, where encountering snow is likely, but the emphasis is on comfort and each day we find warm welcomes and surroundings in Japanese inns. Here, we can relax on one occasion around an open hearth fire and enjoy the excellent meals of locally sourced produce. Thermal hot spring baths are another feature of the Nakasendo trail. Always a joy and a great way to wind down at the end of any day, these are particularly enticing during the winter months.
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Kumano Kodo Links Kyoto Ancient Trail
The ancient pilgrimage to the Three Grand Shrines of Kumano spans as far back as 1,000 years ago and still continues today. The pilgrimage routes that crisscross Kil, Japan’s largest peninsula have become known as the Kumano Kodo Pilgrimage Trail. Pilgrims and tourists, alike, take on the route to reach Kumano Hongu Taisha, Kumano Nachi Taisha, and Kumano Hayatama Taisha. Throughout history, retired emperors, high-ranking officials, and other determined pilgrims have completed the pilgrimage. Today, the Kumano Kodo Pilgrimage Trail is a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site. The route spans through the Kii mountain range, making for an arduous journey. Though challenging, the paths wind through verdant forests and pass by and over cascading waterfalls and streams. In addition to providing a path between the shrines, the Kumano Kodo links Kyoto to the mountainous Kii region.
![Nakasendo Way: The Kiso Valley from Kyoto](https://admin.adventure.asia/storage/uploads/tours/Me8VhRj6EXwgbWaMo6TxitaJmGO2X59clvlqhSKu.jpg?w=400)
Nakasendo Way: The Kiso Valley from Kyoto
A short small-group guided walking tour with three hikes of 3-6 hours of village-to-village – on the Nakasendo Trail. The Kiso Road is one of the most beautiful sections of the Nakasendo Way, our original tour that has become the classic walking tour in Japan. This short-stay, fully- guided walking tour follows the ancient Nakasendo Way through the Kiso Valley of central Japan and also reaches the high alpine Kaida plateau. Our route takes us into a world far removed from the modern bustle of Japan’s Megacities. We travel through some of the most picturesque and historic villages in the nation, stay in rural family-run Japanese inns and relax in Onsen thermal hot spring baths. Meals are a treat of Japanese cuisine, and because we are deep in the rural mountains of Japan, the ingredients include many locally grown vegetables, morsels foraged in the surrounding mountains and freshwater fish caught in the nearby streams and rivers.
![Kyushu, Kyoto: Land Of Fire Tour](https://admin.adventure.asia/storage/uploads/tours/QPIb1vrEQBl0zFTJpgRu3dcpfZwfwZ30agws9KwM.jpg?w=400)
Kyushu, Kyoto: Land Of Fire Tour
You are introducing Japan’s southernmost Island; Kyushu. This part of the country offers a diverse landscape and unrivaled natural beauty in the form of hot springs, volcanoes, forests, mountains, and beaches. On this tour, you will start with sightseeing in Kyoto and experience several authentic Ryokan and Hot springs, the beautiful scenery of Takachiho Gorge, Hells of Unzen, and Mt. Aso, the bustling cities of Fukuoka and Nagaski and cultural activities such as Kimono fitting, tea brewing, and a rickshaw ride.
![From Kyoto to Kojima in The Shadow Of Mountains](https://admin.adventure.asia/storage/uploads/tours/7lnz2p4AA6DzCjQHUAfCJrpxqDz9oPhMb80h6z6E.jpg?w=400)
From Kyoto to Kojima in The Shadow Of Mountains
A Japan small group tour spending twelve days discovering the cities, cultural and coastal highlights of this unique country. Any Japan cultural tour has to include metropolitan and historical greats such as Kyoto, but this holiday also steps off the tourist trail to visit the country’s lesser-known coastal treats such as Kojima and Yunotsu as well, reminding you that Japan is actually a collection of Islands with eclectic, exquisite landscapes, seascapes, and Eco Escapes. Using Japan’s famous railway system, including bullet trains, to travel from one place to the next, staying in traditional Ryokan and Minshuku inns and having plenty of opportunities to literally immerse yourselves in Japan’s cultural highlights, the Onsen or thermal spring baths, the itinerary reveals many layers of Japan’s history too.
![Wildlife and Mysterious Landcapes in Eastern Hokkaido](https://admin.adventure.asia/storage/uploads/tours/S4AuuCJbhQXC4IQBELO3JTq6AWVCHS5mwOw49ggJ.jpg?w=400)
Wildlife and Mysterious Landcapes in Eastern Hokkaido
On this tour, guests travel from Kushiro to Hokkaido’s eastern pacific coast to the Shiretoko Peninsula, stretching out into the Sea of Okhotsk. Throughout the tour, you will see untouched nature, visit UNESCO wetland nature reserves, experience the spectacular landscapes formed by volcanoes, and enjoy the flora and fauna, especially to Hokkaido. This tour features relaxing Onsen hot springs after each day’s walk and wonderful regional cuisine is known to be some of the freshest in Japan, along with the opportunity to learn the history of Hokkaido’s indigenous peoples, the Ainu. You are sure to be surprised by how much nature has to offer, each location taking you one step deeper into the true nature of eastern Hokkaido.
![Eastern Hokkaido in 5 Days](https://admin.adventure.asia/storage/uploads/tours/CSCwqF2MXFfcg2eO5hnvBk2GRVUeP5yNa7edpMpv.jpg?w=400)
Eastern Hokkaido in 5 Days
If you’ve already explored the bustling streets of Tokyo, wolfed down bowls of ramen in Osaka, and are still craving a wholly different experience of Japan, traverse to its northern island of Hokkaido. Here, you’ll be greeted with a taste of the country unlike you’ve known. The island boasts six breathtaking national parks filled with primeval forests, mountains and volcanoes, Onsens, a fascinating Ainu indigenous culture, swathes of wildlife and possibly the world’s clearest and most beautiful lakes. For those who love the cold, snowy Hokkaido boasts of an insatiable array of winter activities you can try, including skiing on the world’s best ski slopes in Furano and celebrating its famous winter festivals. But if summer travels are your thing, the island forms into a postcard-perfect landscape of the beautiful flower fields, with temperatures mild and pleasant enough for you to do plenty of sightseeing in.
![Lake Akan to Shiretoko – Hokkaido Winter](https://admin.adventure.asia/storage/uploads/tours/cwi4rHR5BTS1zbcyAQs4NqKs5owTcw1yrZiaQzWy.jpg?w=400)
Lake Akan to Shiretoko – Hokkaido Winter
Self-guided exploration of Eastern Hokkaido’s winter landscapes and wildlife Discover the pristine natural landscape of Hokkaido in this 7-day winter itinerary. Japan’s second-largest main island is a paradise for nature lovers and bird watchers, with snow-capped mountain ranges, serene forests and deep crater lakes. Starting in Kushiro on the east coast, you’ll travel north, heading into the winter wilderness of the Akan-Mashu National Park. Visit UNESCO World Heritage nature reserves, experience spectacular snow-covered landscapes and spot rare wildlife unique to Hokkaido before ending your adventure on the unique Shiretoko Peninsula.
![Cycling Lake Biwa, Kyoto](https://admin.adventure.asia/storage/uploads/tours/6cpioqp0DohhnGSHoQetiudMtLrOQw6LbEIiE5QE.webp?w=400)
Cycling Lake Biwa, Kyoto
Enjoy a day off in the ultimate tranquility of the countryside as you take a leisurely cycle along the shores of Lake Biwa, the largest in Japan. Using electric bikes that provide an effortless, refreshing ride, this course follows beautiful lakeside roads up to stunning scenes of step rice terraces. This is a slow-paced, off-the-beaten-path tour in the countryside, showing a different side of Japan. Visit local shrines and wander along village streets free of the tourist crowds. Have a delightful lunch in the traditional home of a local farming couple. Instructed by the lady of the house, indulge yourself in preparing a delicious lunch (a vegetarian menu is also available) using the freshest local ingredients. We hope you will join us on this tour and its feast of discoveries!
![Winter Nakasendo Trail from Kyoto](https://admin.adventure.asia/storage/uploads/tours/ambs4f641VaUVqZ5PkGJ92sKR7ypDwLzpx8fv1hh.jpg?w=400)
Winter Nakasendo Trail from Kyoto
The winter Nakasendo trail tour is a fully-guided tour suitable for anyone who can walk at a gentle pace for three to four hours in comfort. In general, the route is greatly undulating but it also includes some short, steeper climbs. The lower temperatures of winter include the probability of snow at some points along the route. Time to include both the Western and the Chinese New Year holiday periods, this tour provides modern-day walkers with a comforting taste of Edo Period Japan in winter. We cross several high passes, where encountering snow is likely, but the emphasis is on comfort and each day we find warm welcomes and surroundings in Japanese inns. Here, we can relax on one occasion around an open hearth fire and enjoy the excellent meals of locally sourced produce. Thermal hot spring baths are another feature of the Nakasendo trail. Always a joy and a great way to wind down at the end of any day, these are particularly enticing during the winter months.
![Kumano Kodo Links Kyoto Ancient Trail](https://admin.adventure.asia/storage/uploads/tours/tO2dzHWfmrjqoC2bYUNYy7wbItGiAKbwHNnujL1E.jpg?w=400)
Kumano Kodo Links Kyoto Ancient Trail
The ancient pilgrimage to the Three Grand Shrines of Kumano spans as far back as 1,000 years ago and still continues today. The pilgrimage routes that crisscross Kil, Japan’s largest peninsula have become known as the Kumano Kodo Pilgrimage Trail. Pilgrims and tourists, alike, take on the route to reach Kumano Hongu Taisha, Kumano Nachi Taisha, and Kumano Hayatama Taisha. Throughout history, retired emperors, high-ranking officials, and other determined pilgrims have completed the pilgrimage. Today, the Kumano Kodo Pilgrimage Trail is a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site. The route spans through the Kii mountain range, making for an arduous journey. Though challenging, the paths wind through verdant forests and pass by and over cascading waterfalls and streams. In addition to providing a path between the shrines, the Kumano Kodo links Kyoto to the mountainous Kii region.
![Nakasendo Way: The Kiso Valley from Kyoto](https://admin.adventure.asia/storage/uploads/tours/Me8VhRj6EXwgbWaMo6TxitaJmGO2X59clvlqhSKu.jpg?w=400)
Nakasendo Way: The Kiso Valley from Kyoto
A short small-group guided walking tour with three hikes of 3-6 hours of village-to-village – on the Nakasendo Trail. The Kiso Road is one of the most beautiful sections of the Nakasendo Way, our original tour that has become the classic walking tour in Japan. This short-stay, fully- guided walking tour follows the ancient Nakasendo Way through the Kiso Valley of central Japan and also reaches the high alpine Kaida plateau. Our route takes us into a world far removed from the modern bustle of Japan’s Megacities. We travel through some of the most picturesque and historic villages in the nation, stay in rural family-run Japanese inns and relax in Onsen thermal hot spring baths. Meals are a treat of Japanese cuisine, and because we are deep in the rural mountains of Japan, the ingredients include many locally grown vegetables, morsels foraged in the surrounding mountains and freshwater fish caught in the nearby streams and rivers.
![Kyushu, Kyoto: Land Of Fire Tour](https://admin.adventure.asia/storage/uploads/tours/QPIb1vrEQBl0zFTJpgRu3dcpfZwfwZ30agws9KwM.jpg?w=400)
Kyushu, Kyoto: Land Of Fire Tour
You are introducing Japan’s southernmost Island; Kyushu. This part of the country offers a diverse landscape and unrivaled natural beauty in the form of hot springs, volcanoes, forests, mountains, and beaches. On this tour, you will start with sightseeing in Kyoto and experience several authentic Ryokan and Hot springs, the beautiful scenery of Takachiho Gorge, Hells of Unzen, and Mt. Aso, the bustling cities of Fukuoka and Nagaski and cultural activities such as Kimono fitting, tea brewing, and a rickshaw ride.
![From Kyoto to Kojima in The Shadow Of Mountains](https://admin.adventure.asia/storage/uploads/tours/7lnz2p4AA6DzCjQHUAfCJrpxqDz9oPhMb80h6z6E.jpg?w=400)
From Kyoto to Kojima in The Shadow Of Mountains
A Japan small group tour spending twelve days discovering the cities, cultural and coastal highlights of this unique country. Any Japan cultural tour has to include metropolitan and historical greats such as Kyoto, but this holiday also steps off the tourist trail to visit the country’s lesser-known coastal treats such as Kojima and Yunotsu as well, reminding you that Japan is actually a collection of Islands with eclectic, exquisite landscapes, seascapes, and Eco Escapes. Using Japan’s famous railway system, including bullet trains, to travel from one place to the next, staying in traditional Ryokan and Minshuku inns and having plenty of opportunities to literally immerse yourselves in Japan’s cultural highlights, the Onsen or thermal spring baths, the itinerary reveals many layers of Japan’s history too.
![Family Adventure Tour Of The Treasures Of Japan’s Heartland](https://admin.adventure.asia/storage/uploads/tours/EDjAEz8vCLvI4hnng3wgmtu6uQQg9TOEH2H27FF5.jpg?w=400)
Family Adventure Tour Of The Treasures Of Japan’s Heartland
This tour allows children and their parents to discover the unknown side of Japan and to connect with the communities they explore. This 8-day adventure gives a deep insight into the Kansai area, offering exciting vistas of Japan from the urban delights of Kyoto to rural immersion in the communities of Asuka and Sasayama. This family tour draws deeply on Japan’s strong connections with the local communities and the people they know personally. It’s no secret that parents are happy when their kids are happy. They will be overjoyed to watch them learning the spirit and techniques of Wadaiko Japanese Taiko drumming, feeding free-roaming deer and creating their own pottery and paper lantern crafts.
![Hiroshima And Shimanami Kaido](https://admin.adventure.asia/storage/uploads/tours/eZUHAArQaX2kLG09QEcvGNBqjO4QCKfNBKI9nAWj.jpg?w=400)
Hiroshima And Shimanami Kaido
Shimanami Kaido is one of the most famous cycling routes in Japan, starting at Onomichi city in Hiroshima Prefecture and ending at the Imabari city in Ehime prefecture. The route takes you cycling through six islands, offering unparalleled views of the Seto inland sea. You have the opportunity to take a detour on one of the six islands, explore a little and stay overnight in a quaint and friendly local family-run accommodation. Traverse islands on roads and bridges built just for cycling. Relax at a historical seaside Onsen. Watch the sun descend behind the mountains in the distance. Experience the Shimanami Kaido, a bright blue path of bike lanes and bridges built across the islands of The Setouchi Sea. Explore the mountains of Ehime and the famous shrine in the water at Miyajima. Enjoy exquisite meals prepared just for you. We cannot wait for you to soak in the beauty of this often unexplored region.
![Wildlife and Mysterious Landcapes in Eastern Hokkaido](https://admin.adventure.asia/storage/uploads/tours/S4AuuCJbhQXC4IQBELO3JTq6AWVCHS5mwOw49ggJ.jpg?w=400)
Wildlife and Mysterious Landcapes in Eastern Hokkaido
On this tour, guests travel from Kushiro to Hokkaido’s eastern pacific coast to the Shiretoko Peninsula, stretching out into the Sea of Okhotsk. Throughout the tour, you will see untouched nature, visit UNESCO wetland nature reserves, experience the spectacular landscapes formed by volcanoes, and enjoy the flora and fauna, especially to Hokkaido. This tour features relaxing Onsen hot springs after each day’s walk and wonderful regional cuisine is known to be some of the freshest in Japan, along with the opportunity to learn the history of Hokkaido’s indigenous peoples, the Ainu. You are sure to be surprised by how much nature has to offer, each location taking you one step deeper into the true nature of eastern Hokkaido.
![Eastern Hokkaido in 5 Days](https://admin.adventure.asia/storage/uploads/tours/CSCwqF2MXFfcg2eO5hnvBk2GRVUeP5yNa7edpMpv.jpg?w=400)
Eastern Hokkaido in 5 Days
If you’ve already explored the bustling streets of Tokyo, wolfed down bowls of ramen in Osaka, and are still craving a wholly different experience of Japan, traverse to its northern island of Hokkaido. Here, you’ll be greeted with a taste of the country unlike you’ve known. The island boasts six breathtaking national parks filled with primeval forests, mountains and volcanoes, Onsens, a fascinating Ainu indigenous culture, swathes of wildlife and possibly the world’s clearest and most beautiful lakes. For those who love the cold, snowy Hokkaido boasts of an insatiable array of winter activities you can try, including skiing on the world’s best ski slopes in Furano and celebrating its famous winter festivals. But if summer travels are your thing, the island forms into a postcard-perfect landscape of the beautiful flower fields, with temperatures mild and pleasant enough for you to do plenty of sightseeing in.
![Lake Akan to Shiretoko – Hokkaido Winter](https://admin.adventure.asia/storage/uploads/tours/cwi4rHR5BTS1zbcyAQs4NqKs5owTcw1yrZiaQzWy.jpg?w=400)
Lake Akan to Shiretoko – Hokkaido Winter
Self-guided exploration of Eastern Hokkaido’s winter landscapes and wildlife Discover the pristine natural landscape of Hokkaido in this 7-day winter itinerary. Japan’s second-largest main island is a paradise for nature lovers and bird watchers, with snow-capped mountain ranges, serene forests and deep crater lakes. Starting in Kushiro on the east coast, you’ll travel north, heading into the winter wilderness of the Akan-Mashu National Park. Visit UNESCO World Heritage nature reserves, experience spectacular snow-covered landscapes and spot rare wildlife unique to Hokkaido before ending your adventure on the unique Shiretoko Peninsula.
![Cycling Lake Biwa, Kyoto](https://admin.adventure.asia/storage/uploads/tours/6cpioqp0DohhnGSHoQetiudMtLrOQw6LbEIiE5QE.webp?w=400)
Cycling Lake Biwa, Kyoto
Enjoy a day off in the ultimate tranquility of the countryside as you take a leisurely cycle along the shores of Lake Biwa, the largest in Japan. Using electric bikes that provide an effortless, refreshing ride, this course follows beautiful lakeside roads up to stunning scenes of step rice terraces. This is a slow-paced, off-the-beaten-path tour in the countryside, showing a different side of Japan. Visit local shrines and wander along village streets free of the tourist crowds. Have a delightful lunch in the traditional home of a local farming couple. Instructed by the lady of the house, indulge yourself in preparing a delicious lunch (a vegetarian menu is also available) using the freshest local ingredients. We hope you will join us on this tour and its feast of discoveries!
![Winter Nakasendo Trail from Kyoto](https://admin.adventure.asia/storage/uploads/tours/ambs4f641VaUVqZ5PkGJ92sKR7ypDwLzpx8fv1hh.jpg?w=400)
Winter Nakasendo Trail from Kyoto
The winter Nakasendo trail tour is a fully-guided tour suitable for anyone who can walk at a gentle pace for three to four hours in comfort. In general, the route is greatly undulating but it also includes some short, steeper climbs. The lower temperatures of winter include the probability of snow at some points along the route. Time to include both the Western and the Chinese New Year holiday periods, this tour provides modern-day walkers with a comforting taste of Edo Period Japan in winter. We cross several high passes, where encountering snow is likely, but the emphasis is on comfort and each day we find warm welcomes and surroundings in Japanese inns. Here, we can relax on one occasion around an open hearth fire and enjoy the excellent meals of locally sourced produce. Thermal hot spring baths are another feature of the Nakasendo trail. Always a joy and a great way to wind down at the end of any day, these are particularly enticing during the winter months.
![Kumano Kodo Links Kyoto Ancient Trail](https://admin.adventure.asia/storage/uploads/tours/tO2dzHWfmrjqoC2bYUNYy7wbItGiAKbwHNnujL1E.jpg?w=400)
Kumano Kodo Links Kyoto Ancient Trail
The ancient pilgrimage to the Three Grand Shrines of Kumano spans as far back as 1,000 years ago and still continues today. The pilgrimage routes that crisscross Kil, Japan’s largest peninsula have become known as the Kumano Kodo Pilgrimage Trail. Pilgrims and tourists, alike, take on the route to reach Kumano Hongu Taisha, Kumano Nachi Taisha, and Kumano Hayatama Taisha. Throughout history, retired emperors, high-ranking officials, and other determined pilgrims have completed the pilgrimage. Today, the Kumano Kodo Pilgrimage Trail is a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site. The route spans through the Kii mountain range, making for an arduous journey. Though challenging, the paths wind through verdant forests and pass by and over cascading waterfalls and streams. In addition to providing a path between the shrines, the Kumano Kodo links Kyoto to the mountainous Kii region.
![Nakasendo Way: The Kiso Valley from Kyoto](https://admin.adventure.asia/storage/uploads/tours/Me8VhRj6EXwgbWaMo6TxitaJmGO2X59clvlqhSKu.jpg?w=400)
Nakasendo Way: The Kiso Valley from Kyoto
A short small-group guided walking tour with three hikes of 3-6 hours of village-to-village – on the Nakasendo Trail. The Kiso Road is one of the most beautiful sections of the Nakasendo Way, our original tour that has become the classic walking tour in Japan. This short-stay, fully- guided walking tour follows the ancient Nakasendo Way through the Kiso Valley of central Japan and also reaches the high alpine Kaida plateau. Our route takes us into a world far removed from the modern bustle of Japan’s Megacities. We travel through some of the most picturesque and historic villages in the nation, stay in rural family-run Japanese inns and relax in Onsen thermal hot spring baths. Meals are a treat of Japanese cuisine, and because we are deep in the rural mountains of Japan, the ingredients include many locally grown vegetables, morsels foraged in the surrounding mountains and freshwater fish caught in the nearby streams and rivers.
![Kyushu, Kyoto: Land Of Fire Tour](https://admin.adventure.asia/storage/uploads/tours/QPIb1vrEQBl0zFTJpgRu3dcpfZwfwZ30agws9KwM.jpg?w=400)
Kyushu, Kyoto: Land Of Fire Tour
You are introducing Japan’s southernmost Island; Kyushu. This part of the country offers a diverse landscape and unrivaled natural beauty in the form of hot springs, volcanoes, forests, mountains, and beaches. On this tour, you will start with sightseeing in Kyoto and experience several authentic Ryokan and Hot springs, the beautiful scenery of Takachiho Gorge, Hells of Unzen, and Mt. Aso, the bustling cities of Fukuoka and Nagaski and cultural activities such as Kimono fitting, tea brewing, and a rickshaw ride.
![From Kyoto to Kojima in The Shadow Of Mountains](https://admin.adventure.asia/storage/uploads/tours/7lnz2p4AA6DzCjQHUAfCJrpxqDz9oPhMb80h6z6E.jpg?w=400)
From Kyoto to Kojima in The Shadow Of Mountains
A Japan small group tour spending twelve days discovering the cities, cultural and coastal highlights of this unique country. Any Japan cultural tour has to include metropolitan and historical greats such as Kyoto, but this holiday also steps off the tourist trail to visit the country’s lesser-known coastal treats such as Kojima and Yunotsu as well, reminding you that Japan is actually a collection of Islands with eclectic, exquisite landscapes, seascapes, and Eco Escapes. Using Japan’s famous railway system, including bullet trains, to travel from one place to the next, staying in traditional Ryokan and Minshuku inns and having plenty of opportunities to literally immerse yourselves in Japan’s cultural highlights, the Onsen or thermal spring baths, the itinerary reveals many layers of Japan’s history too.
![Family Adventure Tour Of The Treasures Of Japan’s Heartland](https://admin.adventure.asia/storage/uploads/tours/EDjAEz8vCLvI4hnng3wgmtu6uQQg9TOEH2H27FF5.jpg?w=400)
Family Adventure Tour Of The Treasures Of Japan’s Heartland
This tour allows children and their parents to discover the unknown side of Japan and to connect with the communities they explore. This 8-day adventure gives a deep insight into the Kansai area, offering exciting vistas of Japan from the urban delights of Kyoto to rural immersion in the communities of Asuka and Sasayama. This family tour draws deeply on Japan’s strong connections with the local communities and the people they know personally. It’s no secret that parents are happy when their kids are happy. They will be overjoyed to watch them learning the spirit and techniques of Wadaiko Japanese Taiko drumming, feeding free-roaming deer and creating their own pottery and paper lantern crafts.
![Nara Ancient Capitals](https://admin.adventure.asia/storage/uploads/tours/IRoPiU6mAnbhMjxdWBmjubHBABDhuDato6tUwoDZ.jpg?w=400)
Nara Ancient Capitals
With this tour, we want to show travelers the historic Kansai area through the lesser-known walking routes. This region, situated at the center of Japan’s main island of Honshu, is home to three historic capitals: Kyoto, Nara and the smaller, lesser-known Asuka. This 5-day self-guided tour features scenic and culturally significant hiking trails in the region. Asuka is an ideal location to experience the rural lifestyle of the Japanese countryside. In this peaceful agricultural community, our guests stay overnight in a charming Japanese guesthouse or can stay with a local family in an immersive farm stay experience. This family-stay allows travelers an in-depth experience of the local Japanese lifestyle.
![The charming Oki Islands](https://admin.adventure.asia/storage/uploads/tours/o7uAdjnyyg8ENwz42rtQCHhDHhkSZu8mJ997k1S7.jpg?w=400)
The charming Oki Islands
Oki is an Island archipelago in the Sea of Japan and a part of Shimane prefecture. Its total length is 40-80km and it includes Dozen Island, Nishinoshima Island, Nakanoshima Island, Chiburijima Island, and Dogo Island. These remote Islands with their rich culture and history are designated as National Geopark. The Oki Islands have separated from the mainland about 10-26 million years ago. Around 5.5 million years ago, it became a volcanic Island and 10,000 years ago, it became a solitary Island. Rowing the paddles of a Kayak allows you to experience the beautiful nature and dynamics of Oki. Relaxing activities such as fishing, diving, and Kayaking are abundant on Oki Island.
![Temples And Trails Of Shikoku](https://admin.adventure.asia/storage/uploads/tours/nzGQq7uQ2QjEmEs4LGRPCVWHEgFnmwP1SF9PNIrD.jpg?w=400)
Temples And Trails Of Shikoku
Our tour selects the best of the walking trails through lovely landscapes. We visit all four of Shikoku’s prefectures – Tokushima in the east, Kagawa in the north, Ehime in the west, and Kochi in the south. Each region has its own distinctive character, foods and scenery. In addition to the pilgrimage trail, our journey includes the remote Iya Valley, deep in the heart of Shikoku. We begin our journey with a stay on Mount Koya, the hilltop temple complex on Honshu established by Kobo Daishi, and an important location for Shikoku 88 Temple Pilgrimage devotees. Public transport in the rural areas of Shikoku is limited and we will travel mainly by private chartered vehicle, but we will still enjoy walking along the ancient route from temple to temple through countryside and forest. We will stay in traditional country inns enjoying regional cuisine prepared from local ingredients from the island, soak in natural hot springs, and enjoy the exceptional hospitality of our hosts.
![Shikoku 88 Temple Pilgrimage Walking](https://admin.adventure.asia/storage/uploads/tours/lzJufugPkGjlh5JS2PocY2TgJFxENgdRqVp5jD8L.jpg?w=400)
Shikoku 88 Temple Pilgrimage Walking
Spend 8 days walking and hiking Shikoku’s 88 temple pilgrimage trail, visiting historic Buddhist temples along the way. You’ll see pilgrims, easily identified by their white clothing and walking staff, who spend weeks on the trail, visiting 88 temples. As you explore castles, small villages, and larger communities, sample local specialties and stay in traditional inns or pilgrims’ lodgings, you will get a real taste o
![Mountain Spirits Tohoku](https://admin.adventure.asia/storage/uploads/tours/EbLJJEBuD09d0LLCd6yOi5dbvYtgrsWnMoRazGiH.jpg?w=400)
Mountain Spirits Tohoku
The Tohoku journey is a trip that brings you in contact with the people of Tohoku and its culture. Discover the charms of Tohoku- the spirit of the Samurai, magnificent temples co-existing with nature and unique local culture and food. Tohoku is famous for its rice, its sake, and its whiskey. Visit the Nikka whiskey distillery to learn about the craft and enjoy the idyllic surroundings. Tohoku’s pristine nature is on display in Oirase garage where you can stroll along the river as it winds its way from Lake Tawada into the forest. Bask in the beauty of Hirosaki, especially in cherry blossom season, and marvel at the stunning garages of Ichinoseki.
![Kyoto, Kiso Valley Japan Culture Tour](https://admin.adventure.asia/storage/uploads/tours/nNj43iderkBldTLAoJvhb1mRRP9B4NbrsF8tHSgl.jpg?w=400)
Kyoto, Kiso Valley Japan Culture Tour
Self-guided tour beginning in Tokyo, via central Japan and the scenic Kiso valley, and ending in Kyoto This active 9-day itinerary takes you on a memorable journey through central Japan’s history and culture, from ultra-modern Tokyo to the historic imperial capital of Kyoto. In between, you’ll visit the famous gardens of Kanazawa, cycle through traditional thatched villages of the Hida region, walk portions of the ancient Nakasendo trail, and explore the preserved post towns of the Kiso Valley.
![Walking on Nakasendo Trail start from Kyoto](https://admin.adventure.asia/storage/uploads/tours/9tjyagvH524Z1k0bwRgbB4QE2ircHxPRAUBzvUFf.jpg?w=400)
Walking on Nakasendo Trail start from Kyoto
This is a fully-guided walking tour between the Nakasendo’s beginning in Kyoto and its end in Edo, modern-day Toyo. Walk Japan’s pioneering walking tour of Japan, the Nakasendo way provides a unique, intimate experience of Japan and its people. This tour explores one of Japan’s ancient highways, the Nakasendo, which literally means ‘ the road through the mountains’. It starts in Kyoto, one of Japan’s ancient capitals and to this day, the cultural epicenter of the nation, before following some of the best parts of the old road through rural countryside deep into the mountains of Japan’s Central Alp. Finally, we arrive in Tokyo, the glistening modern capital.
![Shoguns And Samurai, Imperial Kyoto and Nara](https://admin.adventure.asia/storage/uploads/tours/oNremMn9YHJIJqioLRUslwlxriaNzaFQbSFnb7Mn.jpg?w=400)
Shoguns And Samurai, Imperial Kyoto and Nara
A two-week-long, small-group tour around Japan’s cultural highlights with our expert and highly experienced local guide. This unique country’s culture and history are so rich, that even a two-week-long Japan culture tour will still only feel like an introduction, but this itinerary will immerse you deeply and quickly. Every day is different, with the likes of Imperial Kyoto and Nara, one day or the ancient Nakasendo Trail, where you can follow in the footsteps of feudal warlords through the mountains, on another. The trail is 500km long, but we will take on the Kiso Valley section visiting the traditional post towns of Magome and Tsumago further over the Magome Pass. Starting and ending in Tokyo, visiting its iconic sites and highlights, one of the high points of this Japan culture tour was on our last night before returning to Tokyo, and something that is in total contrast to its big city lights.
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The Nakasendo Trail – Walking Tour
Self-guided walking 5 days Village-to-village walking on the Nakasendo Trail The Nakasendo is a historic walking route that connects 69 post station villages through the mountains between Kyoto and Tokyo. It is well maintained, however, there are moderate elevation changes as you trek through the mountains and valleys. This trek is ideal for anyone who regularly walks or hikes and is comfortable with walking for up to a full day with some climbing and descending. Don’t let this scare you away- the hospitality of the traditional family-owned inns and the enticing warmth of the hot springs at the end of a full day of trekking will soothe even the weariest travelers.
![Nakasendo And KamiKochi Further Walking Tour](https://admin.adventure.asia/storage/uploads/tours/6r1bC5lIz0a68lgEHUXqC3NCSwySu2A9cx2KlB1W.jpg?w=400)
Nakasendo And KamiKochi Further Walking Tour
Village to village walking on the loveliest parts of the old Nakasendo Trail, Kamikochi, and Oku-Hida Enjoy the best forest walks and Juku post towns on the feudal Nakasendo route, before heading into the Oku-Hida mountains to explore the biodiverse Kamikochi, ending the tour with excellent hiking and Onsen in Oku-Nikko. Spend more time in the Hida region with our Takayam extensively, visiting the UNESCO thatched-roof community of Shirakawa-go and the wonderful tea houses of Kanazawa. Enjoy spectacular views of Mount Fuji from the Hakone hot spring area and the rural village of Oshino Mura, or the peaceful, agricultural community of Asuka at a charming Japanese inn or with a local family for a unique Homestay experience.
![Kumano Kodo Complete Walking Tour](https://admin.adventure.asia/storage/uploads/tours/eGOZT6byZy49Lv1MCIy8IoDvp9JggQLrWtD46Fqa.jpg?w=400)
Kumano Kodo Complete Walking Tour
Self-guided Village-to-village, walking on the Kumano Kodo in 11 days The Kumano Kodo is an iconic network of long-distance walking trails. Get ready for an unforgettable village-to-village trek on the Kii Peninsula along sections of the Kumano Kodo pilgrimage trail. Perfect for avid hikers, this self-guided tour will take you past thermal hot springs, grand shrines, and waterfalls as you walk in the footsteps of emperors. Our itineraries are flexible. Whichever route you take, you will enjoy hiking through ancient bamboo forests and mist-covered mountain terrain, staying at traditional Ryokan Inns, bathing in hot spring baths and of course taking time out at serene and sacred temples.
![Discover Winter In The Japanese Alps](https://admin.adventure.asia/storage/uploads/tours/oF5sXdOCYw41RG3OSgzaZn3T9A9AosyPHOLmKJOQ.jpg?w=400)
Discover Winter In The Japanese Alps
Self-guided tour through the Japan Alps, with snowshoeing, numerous Onsen hot springs and a local culinary experience. The Japanese Alps is a slow-paced region that has it all, without the crowds. Though readily accessible, the Japan Alps are still remote enough to have retained traditional lifestyles and architecture. When you add the unique opportunities that this tour offers, the result is an unforgettable experience. This 6-day winter tour starts in the city of Matsumoto and continues into the scenic Japanese alps for adventures like Snowshoeing tours, cable-car rides, and peaceful walks through snow corridors. Stay in traditional alpine villages like Nagano and Oku-Hida where you’ll sleep at Onsen Ryokan inns with relaxing hot springs. Visit the famous Japanese snow monkeys as they bathe in the outdoor baths, and enjoy some of the best outdoor baths in Japan while visiting Hirayu Onsen. End your trip by preparing and eating traditional Japanese cuisine with locals before enjoying a little retail therapy in the city of Takayama.
![Eastern Hokkaido in 8 Days](https://admin.adventure.asia/storage/uploads/tours/l96J8ukS4sjTVhfRnBU4BLzCXw7eqTVvWbXATFPV.jpg?w=400)
Eastern Hokkaido in 8 Days
Among the Japanese, Hokkaido has become synonymous with sensational food and stunning scenery in Japan. As the rest of the country heats up in the summer months, Hokkaido stays warm and temperate, ideal for hiking or relaxing by the crystal clear waters of the Island’s many caldera lakes. In the wintertime, the abundance of scenery offered in Eastern Hokkaido is enhanced when covered in pristine white snow, which has given plenty of opportunities for entertainment and winter sports in the area.
![Enchanted Snowscape: A Karuizawa Winter Adventure](https://admin.adventure.asia/storage/uploads//LqiAZsdDnNy2G6B84mgo36uIFveSqPMXkYTt8xZj.jpg?w=400)
Enchanted Snowscape: A Karuizawa Winter Adventure
Embrace the magic of a winter wonderland in Karuizawa with 'Enchanted Snowscape,' a journey that weaves together the exhilaration of snow-filled adventures and the tranquility of luxurious relaxation. Designed for families who seek both the thrill of wintry exploration and the comfort of elegant retreats, this experience promises to etch unforgettable memories onto the snowy canvas of Karuizawa. Witness the graceful flight of snowy owls under a moonlit sky and discover the joyous secrets of nature through snowshoeing. Each moment is a chapter in a story of enchantment and wonder. 'Enchanted Snowscape' is not just a trip; it's a passage into a realm where the beauty of winter is celebrated, and family bonds are strengthened under the spell of Karuizawa's snowy embrace.
![Wildlife and Mysterious Landcapes in Eastern Hokkaido](https://admin.adventure.asia/storage/uploads/tours/S4AuuCJbhQXC4IQBELO3JTq6AWVCHS5mwOw49ggJ.jpg?w=400)
Wildlife and Mysterious Landcapes in Eastern Hokkaido
On this tour, guests travel from Kushiro to Hokkaido’s eastern pacific coast to the Shiretoko Peninsula, stretching out into the Sea of Okhotsk. Throughout the tour, you will see untouched nature, visit UNESCO wetland nature reserves, experience the spectacular landscapes formed by volcanoes, and enjoy the flora and fauna, especially to Hokkaido. This tour features relaxing Onsen hot springs after each day’s walk and wonderful regional cuisine is known to be some of the freshest in Japan, along with the opportunity to learn the history of Hokkaido’s indigenous peoples, the Ainu. You are sure to be surprised by how much nature has to offer, each location taking you one step deeper into the true nature of eastern Hokkaido.
![Eastern Hokkaido in 5 Days](https://admin.adventure.asia/storage/uploads/tours/CSCwqF2MXFfcg2eO5hnvBk2GRVUeP5yNa7edpMpv.jpg?w=400)
Eastern Hokkaido in 5 Days
If you’ve already explored the bustling streets of Tokyo, wolfed down bowls of ramen in Osaka, and are still craving a wholly different experience of Japan, traverse to its northern island of Hokkaido. Here, you’ll be greeted with a taste of the country unlike you’ve known. The island boasts six breathtaking national parks filled with primeval forests, mountains and volcanoes, Onsens, a fascinating Ainu indigenous culture, swathes of wildlife and possibly the world’s clearest and most beautiful lakes. For those who love the cold, snowy Hokkaido boasts of an insatiable array of winter activities you can try, including skiing on the world’s best ski slopes in Furano and celebrating its famous winter festivals. But if summer travels are your thing, the island forms into a postcard-perfect landscape of the beautiful flower fields, with temperatures mild and pleasant enough for you to do plenty of sightseeing in.
![Lake Akan to Shiretoko – Hokkaido Winter](https://admin.adventure.asia/storage/uploads/tours/cwi4rHR5BTS1zbcyAQs4NqKs5owTcw1yrZiaQzWy.jpg?w=400)
Lake Akan to Shiretoko – Hokkaido Winter
Self-guided exploration of Eastern Hokkaido’s winter landscapes and wildlife Discover the pristine natural landscape of Hokkaido in this 7-day winter itinerary. Japan’s second-largest main island is a paradise for nature lovers and bird watchers, with snow-capped mountain ranges, serene forests and deep crater lakes. Starting in Kushiro on the east coast, you’ll travel north, heading into the winter wilderness of the Akan-Mashu National Park. Visit UNESCO World Heritage nature reserves, experience spectacular snow-covered landscapes and spot rare wildlife unique to Hokkaido before ending your adventure on the unique Shiretoko Peninsula.
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Cycling Lake Biwa, Kyoto
Enjoy a day off in the ultimate tranquility of the countryside as you take a leisurely cycle along the shores of Lake Biwa, the largest in Japan. Using electric bikes that provide an effortless, refreshing ride, this course follows beautiful lakeside roads up to stunning scenes of step rice terraces. This is a slow-paced, off-the-beaten-path tour in the countryside, showing a different side of Japan. Visit local shrines and wander along village streets free of the tourist crowds. Have a delightful lunch in the traditional home of a local farming couple. Instructed by the lady of the house, indulge yourself in preparing a delicious lunch (a vegetarian menu is also available) using the freshest local ingredients. We hope you will join us on this tour and its feast of discoveries!
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Winter Nakasendo Trail from Kyoto
The winter Nakasendo trail tour is a fully-guided tour suitable for anyone who can walk at a gentle pace for three to four hours in comfort. In general, the route is greatly undulating but it also includes some short, steeper climbs. The lower temperatures of winter include the probability of snow at some points along the route. Time to include both the Western and the Chinese New Year holiday periods, this tour provides modern-day walkers with a comforting taste of Edo Period Japan in winter. We cross several high passes, where encountering snow is likely, but the emphasis is on comfort and each day we find warm welcomes and surroundings in Japanese inns. Here, we can relax on one occasion around an open hearth fire and enjoy the excellent meals of locally sourced produce. Thermal hot spring baths are another feature of the Nakasendo trail. Always a joy and a great way to wind down at the end of any day, these are particularly enticing during the winter months.
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Kumano Kodo Links Kyoto Ancient Trail
The ancient pilgrimage to the Three Grand Shrines of Kumano spans as far back as 1,000 years ago and still continues today. The pilgrimage routes that crisscross Kil, Japan’s largest peninsula have become known as the Kumano Kodo Pilgrimage Trail. Pilgrims and tourists, alike, take on the route to reach Kumano Hongu Taisha, Kumano Nachi Taisha, and Kumano Hayatama Taisha. Throughout history, retired emperors, high-ranking officials, and other determined pilgrims have completed the pilgrimage. Today, the Kumano Kodo Pilgrimage Trail is a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site. The route spans through the Kii mountain range, making for an arduous journey. Though challenging, the paths wind through verdant forests and pass by and over cascading waterfalls and streams. In addition to providing a path between the shrines, the Kumano Kodo links Kyoto to the mountainous Kii region.
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Nakasendo Way: The Kiso Valley from Kyoto
A short small-group guided walking tour with three hikes of 3-6 hours of village-to-village – on the Nakasendo Trail. The Kiso Road is one of the most beautiful sections of the Nakasendo Way, our original tour that has become the classic walking tour in Japan. This short-stay, fully- guided walking tour follows the ancient Nakasendo Way through the Kiso Valley of central Japan and also reaches the high alpine Kaida plateau. Our route takes us into a world far removed from the modern bustle of Japan’s Megacities. We travel through some of the most picturesque and historic villages in the nation, stay in rural family-run Japanese inns and relax in Onsen thermal hot spring baths. Meals are a treat of Japanese cuisine, and because we are deep in the rural mountains of Japan, the ingredients include many locally grown vegetables, morsels foraged in the surrounding mountains and freshwater fish caught in the nearby streams and rivers.
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Kyushu, Kyoto: Land Of Fire Tour
You are introducing Japan’s southernmost Island; Kyushu. This part of the country offers a diverse landscape and unrivaled natural beauty in the form of hot springs, volcanoes, forests, mountains, and beaches. On this tour, you will start with sightseeing in Kyoto and experience several authentic Ryokan and Hot springs, the beautiful scenery of Takachiho Gorge, Hells of Unzen, and Mt. Aso, the bustling cities of Fukuoka and Nagaski and cultural activities such as Kimono fitting, tea brewing, and a rickshaw ride.
![From Kyoto to Kojima in The Shadow Of Mountains](https://admin.adventure.asia/storage/uploads/tours/7lnz2p4AA6DzCjQHUAfCJrpxqDz9oPhMb80h6z6E.jpg?w=400)
From Kyoto to Kojima in The Shadow Of Mountains
A Japan small group tour spending twelve days discovering the cities, cultural and coastal highlights of this unique country. Any Japan cultural tour has to include metropolitan and historical greats such as Kyoto, but this holiday also steps off the tourist trail to visit the country’s lesser-known coastal treats such as Kojima and Yunotsu as well, reminding you that Japan is actually a collection of Islands with eclectic, exquisite landscapes, seascapes, and Eco Escapes. Using Japan’s famous railway system, including bullet trains, to travel from one place to the next, staying in traditional Ryokan and Minshuku inns and having plenty of opportunities to literally immerse yourselves in Japan’s cultural highlights, the Onsen or thermal spring baths, the itinerary reveals many layers of Japan’s history too.
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Family Adventure Tour Of The Treasures Of Japan’s Heartland
This tour allows children and their parents to discover the unknown side of Japan and to connect with the communities they explore. This 8-day adventure gives a deep insight into the Kansai area, offering exciting vistas of Japan from the urban delights of Kyoto to rural immersion in the communities of Asuka and Sasayama. This family tour draws deeply on Japan’s strong connections with the local communities and the people they know personally. It’s no secret that parents are happy when their kids are happy. They will be overjoyed to watch them learning the spirit and techniques of Wadaiko Japanese Taiko drumming, feeding free-roaming deer and creating their own pottery and paper lantern crafts.
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Nara Ancient Capitals
With this tour, we want to show travelers the historic Kansai area through the lesser-known walking routes. This region, situated at the center of Japan’s main island of Honshu, is home to three historic capitals: Kyoto, Nara and the smaller, lesser-known Asuka. This 5-day self-guided tour features scenic and culturally significant hiking trails in the region. Asuka is an ideal location to experience the rural lifestyle of the Japanese countryside. In this peaceful agricultural community, our guests stay overnight in a charming Japanese guesthouse or can stay with a local family in an immersive farm stay experience. This family-stay allows travelers an in-depth experience of the local Japanese lifestyle.
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Temples And Trails Of Shikoku
Our tour selects the best of the walking trails through lovely landscapes. We visit all four of Shikoku’s prefectures – Tokushima in the east, Kagawa in the north, Ehime in the west, and Kochi in the south. Each region has its own distinctive character, foods and scenery. In addition to the pilgrimage trail, our journey includes the remote Iya Valley, deep in the heart of Shikoku. We begin our journey with a stay on Mount Koya, the hilltop temple complex on Honshu established by Kobo Daishi, and an important location for Shikoku 88 Temple Pilgrimage devotees. Public transport in the rural areas of Shikoku is limited and we will travel mainly by private chartered vehicle, but we will still enjoy walking along the ancient route from temple to temple through countryside and forest. We will stay in traditional country inns enjoying regional cuisine prepared from local ingredients from the island, soak in natural hot springs, and enjoy the exceptional hospitality of our hosts.
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Shikoku 88 Temple Pilgrimage Walking
Spend 8 days walking and hiking Shikoku’s 88 temple pilgrimage trail, visiting historic Buddhist temples along the way. You’ll see pilgrims, easily identified by their white clothing and walking staff, who spend weeks on the trail, visiting 88 temples. As you explore castles, small villages, and larger communities, sample local specialties and stay in traditional inns or pilgrims’ lodgings, you will get a real taste o
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Kyoto, Kiso Valley Japan Culture Tour
Self-guided tour beginning in Tokyo, via central Japan and the scenic Kiso valley, and ending in Kyoto This active 9-day itinerary takes you on a memorable journey through central Japan’s history and culture, from ultra-modern Tokyo to the historic imperial capital of Kyoto. In between, you’ll visit the famous gardens of Kanazawa, cycle through traditional thatched villages of the Hida region, walk portions of the ancient Nakasendo trail, and explore the preserved post towns of the Kiso Valley.
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Walking on Nakasendo Trail start from Kyoto
This is a fully-guided walking tour between the Nakasendo’s beginning in Kyoto and its end in Edo, modern-day Toyo. Walk Japan’s pioneering walking tour of Japan, the Nakasendo way provides a unique, intimate experience of Japan and its people. This tour explores one of Japan’s ancient highways, the Nakasendo, which literally means ‘ the road through the mountains’. It starts in Kyoto, one of Japan’s ancient capitals and to this day, the cultural epicenter of the nation, before following some of the best parts of the old road through rural countryside deep into the mountains of Japan’s Central Alp. Finally, we arrive in Tokyo, the glistening modern capital.
![Shoguns And Samurai, Imperial Kyoto and Nara](https://admin.adventure.asia/storage/uploads/tours/oNremMn9YHJIJqioLRUslwlxriaNzaFQbSFnb7Mn.jpg?w=400)
Shoguns And Samurai, Imperial Kyoto and Nara
A two-week-long, small-group tour around Japan’s cultural highlights with our expert and highly experienced local guide. This unique country’s culture and history are so rich, that even a two-week-long Japan culture tour will still only feel like an introduction, but this itinerary will immerse you deeply and quickly. Every day is different, with the likes of Imperial Kyoto and Nara, one day or the ancient Nakasendo Trail, where you can follow in the footsteps of feudal warlords through the mountains, on another. The trail is 500km long, but we will take on the Kiso Valley section visiting the traditional post towns of Magome and Tsumago further over the Magome Pass. Starting and ending in Tokyo, visiting its iconic sites and highlights, one of the high points of this Japan culture tour was on our last night before returning to Tokyo, and something that is in total contrast to its big city lights.
![The Nakasendo Trail – Walking Tour](https://admin.adventure.asia/storage/uploads/tours/m5sJB2s0Me0O8255kwGg5R9VkaaVoMDiIuFXVVrW.jpg?w=400)
The Nakasendo Trail – Walking Tour
Self-guided walking 5 days Village-to-village walking on the Nakasendo Trail The Nakasendo is a historic walking route that connects 69 post station villages through the mountains between Kyoto and Tokyo. It is well maintained, however, there are moderate elevation changes as you trek through the mountains and valleys. This trek is ideal for anyone who regularly walks or hikes and is comfortable with walking for up to a full day with some climbing and descending. Don’t let this scare you away- the hospitality of the traditional family-owned inns and the enticing warmth of the hot springs at the end of a full day of trekking will soothe even the weariest travelers.
![Nakasendo And KamiKochi Further Walking Tour](https://admin.adventure.asia/storage/uploads/tours/6r1bC5lIz0a68lgEHUXqC3NCSwySu2A9cx2KlB1W.jpg?w=400)
Nakasendo And KamiKochi Further Walking Tour
Village to village walking on the loveliest parts of the old Nakasendo Trail, Kamikochi, and Oku-Hida Enjoy the best forest walks and Juku post towns on the feudal Nakasendo route, before heading into the Oku-Hida mountains to explore the biodiverse Kamikochi, ending the tour with excellent hiking and Onsen in Oku-Nikko. Spend more time in the Hida region with our Takayam extensively, visiting the UNESCO thatched-roof community of Shirakawa-go and the wonderful tea houses of Kanazawa. Enjoy spectacular views of Mount Fuji from the Hakone hot spring area and the rural village of Oshino Mura, or the peaceful, agricultural community of Asuka at a charming Japanese inn or with a local family for a unique Homestay experience.
![Kumano Kodo Complete Walking Tour](https://admin.adventure.asia/storage/uploads/tours/eGOZT6byZy49Lv1MCIy8IoDvp9JggQLrWtD46Fqa.jpg?w=400)
Kumano Kodo Complete Walking Tour
Self-guided Village-to-village, walking on the Kumano Kodo in 11 days The Kumano Kodo is an iconic network of long-distance walking trails. Get ready for an unforgettable village-to-village trek on the Kii Peninsula along sections of the Kumano Kodo pilgrimage trail. Perfect for avid hikers, this self-guided tour will take you past thermal hot springs, grand shrines, and waterfalls as you walk in the footsteps of emperors. Our itineraries are flexible. Whichever route you take, you will enjoy hiking through ancient bamboo forests and mist-covered mountain terrain, staying at traditional Ryokan Inns, bathing in hot spring baths and of course taking time out at serene and sacred temples.
![Discover Winter In The Japanese Alps](https://admin.adventure.asia/storage/uploads/tours/oF5sXdOCYw41RG3OSgzaZn3T9A9AosyPHOLmKJOQ.jpg?w=400)
Discover Winter In The Japanese Alps
Self-guided tour through the Japan Alps, with snowshoeing, numerous Onsen hot springs and a local culinary experience. The Japanese Alps is a slow-paced region that has it all, without the crowds. Though readily accessible, the Japan Alps are still remote enough to have retained traditional lifestyles and architecture. When you add the unique opportunities that this tour offers, the result is an unforgettable experience. This 6-day winter tour starts in the city of Matsumoto and continues into the scenic Japanese alps for adventures like Snowshoeing tours, cable-car rides, and peaceful walks through snow corridors. Stay in traditional alpine villages like Nagano and Oku-Hida where you’ll sleep at Onsen Ryokan inns with relaxing hot springs. Visit the famous Japanese snow monkeys as they bathe in the outdoor baths, and enjoy some of the best outdoor baths in Japan while visiting Hirayu Onsen. End your trip by preparing and eating traditional Japanese cuisine with locals before enjoying a little retail therapy in the city of Takayama.
![Eastern Hokkaido in 8 Days](https://admin.adventure.asia/storage/uploads/tours/l96J8ukS4sjTVhfRnBU4BLzCXw7eqTVvWbXATFPV.jpg?w=400)
Eastern Hokkaido in 8 Days
Among the Japanese, Hokkaido has become synonymous with sensational food and stunning scenery in Japan. As the rest of the country heats up in the summer months, Hokkaido stays warm and temperate, ideal for hiking or relaxing by the crystal clear waters of the Island’s many caldera lakes. In the wintertime, the abundance of scenery offered in Eastern Hokkaido is enhanced when covered in pristine white snow, which has given plenty of opportunities for entertainment and winter sports in the area.
![Enchanted Snowscape: A Karuizawa Winter Adventure](https://admin.adventure.asia/storage/uploads//LqiAZsdDnNy2G6B84mgo36uIFveSqPMXkYTt8xZj.jpg?w=400)
Enchanted Snowscape: A Karuizawa Winter Adventure
Embrace the magic of a winter wonderland in Karuizawa with 'Enchanted Snowscape,' a journey that weaves together the exhilaration of snow-filled adventures and the tranquility of luxurious relaxation. Designed for families who seek both the thrill of wintry exploration and the comfort of elegant retreats, this experience promises to etch unforgettable memories onto the snowy canvas of Karuizawa. Witness the graceful flight of snowy owls under a moonlit sky and discover the joyous secrets of nature through snowshoeing. Each moment is a chapter in a story of enchantment and wonder. 'Enchanted Snowscape' is not just a trip; it's a passage into a realm where the beauty of winter is celebrated, and family bonds are strengthened under the spell of Karuizawa's snowy embrace.
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15-Day Trek from Renjo La to Gokyo
See incredible views of Mount Everest and the Gokyo-Ri. You’ll first warm up with a tour through the Gundu Valley. From Luka to Chablung, you’ll cross over the Tharo Kosi river via a suspension bridge. Here, the peak of the Kusum Kanguru comes into sight. Closer to you is an intriguing ridge painted with mani stones. Trek on to Phakding and then the valley of the Dudh Kosi river. Pass through other-worldly villages interspersed with amazing forests. After crossing the Kyashar Khola river, you’ll reach Monjo and then the Sagarmatha National Park. Another suspension bridge takes you to Jorsale and then the trading center Namche Bazaar. Your next stop is Phortse Thanga. More forest floor takes you to Dole and then Macchermo. You’ll finally arrive at Gokyo and see Cho Oyu, Everest, Gyanchung Kang, Lothse, Makalu, Cholatse, and Tawache. Then, you’ll cross the Renjo La Pass and go to the Nangaml valley before making your descent.
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Highlights of Sri Lanka Winter Tour
There are very few destinations that can match the sheer diversity of Sri Lanka. From white sand coastlines, misty hill stations, legendary temples, to lush national parks, the tropical island packs in over 8 UNESCO World Heritage Sites and 8,000 sq km of nature reserves. Take two weeks to explore the bustling capital before swapping city sights for the Cultural Triangle, with its tranquil paddy fields and ancient Kingdoms. Climb the Sigiriya Fortress in time for sunset and immerse yourself in the local Tea Culture, before some rest and rejuvenation time on the south coast’s beautiful sandy beaches.
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Tibet Adventure Tour
From modern Beijing, travel back in time across scenic countrysides to Tibet on this well-packed overland adventure. Witness the splendor of the Potala Palace and the majesty of remote monasteries and then celebrate the stunning overland journey to Kathmandu. Wake up to views of Everest and enjoys a window into the heart of this remote land. A local guide and Chief Experience Officer will show you to the region’s hidden gems and make sure your trip burns brightly in your memory long after you’ve climbed down from the roof of the world.
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Discover China Tour
The improvement and integration of air and rail services in China have enabled this arrangement, combining the great cities (Beijing, Xi’an, and Shangai) with cruises through the dramatic Yangtze Gorges and the stunning scenery of the Li River. Home to the ‘Lat Emperor’ and the nation’s capital, Beijing’s greatest treasures are revealed at the Imperial Palace in the Forbidden City and the Summer Palace. The Great Wall was initiated by the first Emperor and revived during the Ming Dynasty against the invading Mongols. In Xi’an, the life-size Terracotta Warriors stand in formation, with no two faces alike. Sheer cliffs and steep, rugged mountains rise on either side of the turbulent, misty Yangtze, creating one of nature’s most marvelous sights. The river scenes are enlivened by stories and legends and encapsulated by poets and painters, immortalized in particular by the Tang Dynasty.
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15-Day Trek from Renjo La to Gokyo
See incredible views of Mount Everest and the Gokyo-Ri. You’ll first warm up with a tour through the Gundu Valley. From Luka to Chablung, you’ll cross over the Tharo Kosi river via a suspension bridge. Here, the peak of the Kusum Kanguru comes into sight. Closer to you is an intriguing ridge painted with mani stones. Trek on to Phakding and then the valley of the Dudh Kosi river. Pass through other-worldly villages interspersed with amazing forests. After crossing the Kyashar Khola river, you’ll reach Monjo and then the Sagarmatha National Park. Another suspension bridge takes you to Jorsale and then the trading center Namche Bazaar. Your next stop is Phortse Thanga. More forest floor takes you to Dole and then Macchermo. You’ll finally arrive at Gokyo and see Cho Oyu, Everest, Gyanchung Kang, Lothse, Makalu, Cholatse, and Tawache. Then, you’ll cross the Renjo La Pass and go to the Nangaml valley before making your descent.
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Highlights of Sri Lanka Winter Tour
There are very few destinations that can match the sheer diversity of Sri Lanka. From white sand coastlines, misty hill stations, legendary temples, to lush national parks, the tropical island packs in over 8 UNESCO World Heritage Sites and 8,000 sq km of nature reserves. Take two weeks to explore the bustling capital before swapping city sights for the Cultural Triangle, with its tranquil paddy fields and ancient Kingdoms. Climb the Sigiriya Fortress in time for sunset and immerse yourself in the local Tea Culture, before some rest and rejuvenation time on the south coast’s beautiful sandy beaches.
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Tibet Adventure Tour
From modern Beijing, travel back in time across scenic countrysides to Tibet on this well-packed overland adventure. Witness the splendor of the Potala Palace and the majesty of remote monasteries and then celebrate the stunning overland journey to Kathmandu. Wake up to views of Everest and enjoys a window into the heart of this remote land. A local guide and Chief Experience Officer will show you to the region’s hidden gems and make sure your trip burns brightly in your memory long after you’ve climbed down from the roof of the world.
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Discover China Tour
The improvement and integration of air and rail services in China have enabled this arrangement, combining the great cities (Beijing, Xi’an, and Shangai) with cruises through the dramatic Yangtze Gorges and the stunning scenery of the Li River. Home to the ‘Lat Emperor’ and the nation’s capital, Beijing’s greatest treasures are revealed at the Imperial Palace in the Forbidden City and the Summer Palace. The Great Wall was initiated by the first Emperor and revived during the Ming Dynasty against the invading Mongols. In Xi’an, the life-size Terracotta Warriors stand in formation, with no two faces alike. Sheer cliffs and steep, rugged mountains rise on either side of the turbulent, misty Yangtze, creating one of nature’s most marvelous sights. The river scenes are enlivened by stories and legends and encapsulated by poets and painters, immortalized in particular by the Tang Dynasty.