April 10-21, 2017
12 Day Epic Journey through Cheery Blossom Japan. This tour is for those who have wished to capture Japan’s legendary landscapes and it’s Shinto Buddhist shrines. You will share the same zen garden paths that ancient samurai walked upon. We will experience this journey together on a round trip starting at the Pacific Ocean through the interior to the sea of Japan and back to the Pacific ocean.
The highlights include Mt. Fuji, Hakone, Nagano, Niigata, Samurai Castle’s, Ancient ruins, shrines/temples, Shinto Maidens, Wildlife, Healing Hot Springs and Japanese Cuisine, plus more.
Day 1, 2, 3, 4,
Arrival and pickup Tokyo, Haneda, JP (HND)
Mt. Fuji and it’s five surrounding lakes. The Sea of Trees, Ice Caves, Shirato Waterfalls known for their healing properties. Hakone with stunning views of the iconic volcano of Mt. Fuji.
Day 5, 6,
Matsumoto Castle National Treasure of Japan and built in 1504, used officially by Samurai until 1868. We will be surrounded by over three hundred cherry blossom trees, and be among the few to celebrate the annual lighting of the castle.
Day 7, 8,
Snow Monkeys, Hot Springs, Obuse Village . We may also catch a glimpse of a newborn snow monkey.
Day 9, 10, 11,
By The Sea Of Japan, you will be among the few to experience the most incredible cherry blossoms snow seen in Japan captured by few world travelers. The area is exclusively known for healing hot springs and Japanese cuisine. From Mt Yahiko, we will be able to view the sea of Japan and embarrass an incredible sunset. Yahiko Shrine is a humbling journey of cultural history were the clothing of ancient times will be worn by Shinto maidens. You are invited to our historically time-honored tranquil Japanese home, where we will take a moment to reflect, upon our adventure together.
Day 12,
Drop off and departure from Haneda, JP (HND)
Thank you, and we look forward to the next adventure together.
Price:
$6000 USD per person
$1000 USD deposit is required to reserve your spot
Price Includes:
•All group transport
•All 3-5 star accommodations for 10 nights
•All breakfast & dinners
•All entrance fees
•All donations at temples/shrines
Not Included:
•Flights to JPN & from JPN, lunches, alcohol beverages, travel insurance.