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Matsumoto Castle

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Takayama

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Toji Temple

 

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JAPAN UNESCORTED PROGRAM ( E ) - 12 days/10 nights  (JUE)

Tokyo / Matsumoto / Takayama / Kanazawa / Kyoto

Daily Departure

Japan is a country of untold natural beauty and warm friendly people. This fascinating land of contrasts, an engaging combination of futuristic cities, ancient culture and stunning natural landscapes. Its contrasts between the old and the new, the traditional and modern, East and West, have lured millions the world over to this mystifying kingdom. Our Japan Unescorted program is an exciting and totally different concept designed for travelers who want to experience the best of Japan at their own pace.  Your tour includes a Japan Travel Aid (guide) on your first day in Tokyo to help you tailor-make your very own Japan expedition as well as to teach you all there is to know about traveling on your own in Japan.

TOUR INCLUDES:

  • Round-trip air from the U.S. via All Nippon Airways 

  • 10 nights hotel accommodations per itinerary

  • Services of a private English speaking guide in Tokyo on day 2

  • 1 lunch

  • Transportation within Japan per itinerary

  • All transfers upon arrival and departure

  • Seven-day Japan Rail Pass

 

TOUR ITINERARY:

Day 1. Depart North America

Fly via All Nippon Airways. Cross the International Dateline.

Day 2. Arrive Tokyo

Upon arrival, proceed to Le Meridien Pacific (First Class) OR Palace Hotel (Deluxe) by airport limousine bus for next three nights accommodation.

Day 3. Tokyo

Meet your Japan guide for an orientation and walking tour by subway, learning how to explore and enjoy Tokyo unescorted. Lunch at a local restaurant. (L)

Day 4. Tokyo

You are free to explore this fascinating cosmopolitan city on your own.

Day 5. Tokyo/Matsumoto

Board the limited express to the castle town of Matsumoto. Overnight accommodation at Matsumoto Tokyu Inn (First Class) OR Hotel Buena Vista (Deluxe)

Day 6. Matsumoto/Takayama

Board a Nohi Bus* to Takayama, a quaint little town nestled in the Japan Alps. Accommodation at Hida Plaza Takayama Hotel (First Class) OR Hotel Associa Takayama (Deluxe) for two nights.

Day 7. Takayama

Free day to explore this and many nearby picturesque towns and traditional villages.

Day 8. Takayama / Kanazawa: Travel by commuter train to Toyama, transfer to the limited express train to Kanazawa, a well preserved fortress town. Accommodation at
Miyako Hotel Kanazawa (First Class) OR Hotel Nikko Kanazawa (Deluxe) for two nights.

Day 9. Kanazawa

Day at leisure to explore the narrow streets and quaint tea parlors or take an excursion to the Noto Peninsula.

Day 10. Kanazawa/Kyoto

Board a limited express train to Kyoto, ancient capital of Japan and the cradle of Japanese culture. Your accommodation for the next two nights is at New Miyako Hotel (First Class) OR Hotel Okura Kyoto (Deluxe)

 

Day 11. Kyoto

Steeped in history and tradition, there are over 2000 temples and shrines as well as nearby Nara for you to explore.

Day 12. Return Home

Transfer to the Airport by airport limousine bus for your flight home.

 

 

*Nohi bus fare between Matsumoto & Takayama not covered by Japan Rail Pass. Separate bus ticket (included in package) will be issued locally in Japan. 

 

2008 Air and Land Price Chart (Prices valid thru March 31st, 2008)

Daily Departure

SFO/LAX

WAS/NYC/CHI

Single Supplement

Land Only

January - February

F 2,515 2,615 1,015 2,035
D 3,015 3,115 1,325 2,535

March - May

F 2,685 2,785 1,035 2,085
D 3,135 3,235 1,325 2,535

June - August

F 2,855 2,955 1,105 2,095
D 3,375 3,475 1,375 2,615

September - October

F 2,735 2,835 1,105 2,135
D 3,215 3,315 1,375 2,615

November

F 2,645 2,745 1,095 2,125
D 3,095 3,195 1,365 2,575

December*

F 2,555 2,655 1,025 2,035
D 3,035 3,135 1,315 2,515

Supplement for 1 person traveling alone: $280

F = First Class | D = Superior

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

  • Price is per person, based on double occupancy

  • When trans-Pacific travel takes place on a weekend (Fri-Sun) add $50 per person each direction

  • Honolulu: deduct $100 from SFO/LAX prices

  • *For air & land option, add $160 airfare supplement for departures between Dec 09-29th

  • U.S. & Foreign departure taxes, fees and fuel surcharges are not included (Approx. $600).

  • For add-on fares from other eligible connecting U.S. domestic cities, refer to Connecting Cities chart.

  • Prices subject to change without notice.

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