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The independent traveller tour suited our needs perfectly.  A real plus point was the detailed itinerary and maps we were provided with.  This outline structure meant we were able to spend more time enjoying Japan and less thinking about which train etc. to get next, while also supplying some local insight Overall an amazing trip which was easy to customise, straightforward to book and I still struggle to believe how much we squeezed into the time.  Thanks for providing a formidable service, which Id have no hesitation in recommending.

Andy Gibbard (UK), Independent Traveller, 2010

I had a great time and everything worked like clockwork. Thanks for organizing it all - it could not have gone better. An amazing country and culture.

Jonathon Stott (UK), Independent Traveller, 2011

I enjoyed my trip very much and all the info you sent me was very useful. I loved staying in the ryokan and I would like to return to Japan, and will recommend you to my friends.

Linda Morris (UK), Independent Traveller, 2011

We had a great time and all thoroughly enjoyed the trip. The weather was lovely, lots of bright sunny days and only an hour of rain in Nikko. We found your schedule and tips very comprehensive and the daily directions and train times especially helpful.

Caffyn Family (UK), Independent Travellers, 2010

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Japan Tours
for Independent Travellers

Nowhere else on earth embraces the traditional and modern quite like Japan. From ancient temples and stunning scenery to neon cityscapes, discover the best Japan has to offer with these classic itineraries.

How Our Independent Traveller’s Tours Work

It’s quite straight forward to travel independently in Japan as so much of the signage is in English. Our independent itineraries are available for any departure date (with a few exclusions which coincide with Japanese National Holidays and some weekends). We’ll do all the work for you and provide you with an information pack to make your trip run as smoothly as possible. You can also add guided tours as indicated and if you do want your own personal guide we can arrange this too.

The itineraries below exclude international flights

Total Japan

Our ‘Total Japan’ itinerary is a classic 8 night itinerary which includes visits to Hiroshima and Miyajima Island in the west of Japan

Total Japan TourTOUR INCLUDES:

  • Visits to Tokyo, Kyoto, Hiroshima and Hakone
  • Travel on Japan’s famous Bullet Train
  • 7 Day Japan Rail Pass
  • 8 Nights accommodation
  • Stay in a ryokan (traditional Japanese Inn) with dinner included
  • Breakfast daily
  • Meet and Greet service upon arrival at the airport
  • Airport transfers from/to Narita International Airport
  • The Total Japan Itinerary

 

Essential Japan Tour

Our second itinerary, ‘Essential Japan’, is also a classic, a 13 night itinerary which takes in the beautiful Japan Alps.

Essential Japan TourTOUR INCLUDES:

  • Visits to Tokyo, Hakone, Kyoto, Takayama and Matsumoto
  • Travel on Japan’s famous Bullet Train
  • 14 day Japan Rail Pass
  • 13 nights accommodation
  • Dinner included for two nights
  • Breakfast daily
  • Meet and Greet service upon arrival at the airport
  • Airport transfers from/to Narita International Airport
  • The Essential Japan Itinerary

Japan Western Odyssey Tour

For our Japan Western Odyssey Tour you will fly in and out of Kansai International Airport in Osaka and visit the best that the western mainland has to offer. You will see everything from the modern bustling cities of Osaka and Hiroshima to the smaller more traditional towns of Kurashiki and Tsuwano in rural Japan. No trip to Japan would be complete without visiting Kyoto, where you will start your adventure.

Western Odyssey Japan TourTOUR INCLUDES:

  • Visits to Tokyo, Hakone, Kyoto, Takayama and Matsumoto
  • Travel on Japan’s famous Bullet Train
  • 14 day Japan Rail Pass
  • 13 nights accommodation
  • Dinner included for two nights
  • Breakfast daily
  • Meet and Greet service upon arrival at the airport
  • Airport transfers from/to Narita International Airport
  • The Japan Western Odyssey Tour Itinerary

THE GREAT NORTH Tour

Northern Japan and Hokkaido offer some of the country’s most breathtaking scenery. In summer, it’s a great place to go to escape the heat whilst in winter you can luxuriate in some of the loveliest onsen (“hot springs”) whilst looking out over the snow covered landscape

THE GREAT NORTH TourTOUR INCLUDES:

  • 9 nights’ accommodation including ryokan accommodation for 1 night
  • 7-day Japan Rail Pass
  • Bullet Train services, starting on Day 3.
  • Train/bus tickets from and to Narita International Airport (Tokyo).
  • Meet & Greet service on arrival at Narita International Airport (Tokyo).
  • The Itinerary

 

For some more ideas of guided tours and experiences you could take and travel itineraries please check out our Japan Optional Tours and Experiences and the Japan Stopover Packages too...

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