Home | Destinations | Japan | Japan Unescorted Program F

 

independent japan travel to Kurashiki

Itsukushima Shrine, Miyajima

independent japan travel to takamatsu

Takamatsu

independent japan travel to okayama

Okayama

 

RELATED TOURS

♦  Japan Impressions (Air & Land)
♦  Japan & China Explorient (A/L)
♦  Japan Unescorted Program A (A/L)
♦  Japan Unescorted Program B (A/L)
♦  Japan Unescorted Program C (A/L)
♦  Japan Unescorted Program D (A/L)
♦  Japan Unescorted Program E (A/L)

JAPAN UNESCORTED PROGRAM ( F ) - 12 days/10 nights  (JUF)

Tokyo/ Hiroshima/ Kurashiki/ Okayama/ Takamatsu/ 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

  • Transportation within Japan per itinerary

  • All transfers upon arrival and departure

  • A 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 Shiba Park Hotel (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/Hiroshima

Board a bullet train to Hiroshima, where you will be accommodated at the Hotel Sunroute Hiroshima  (First Class) OR Rihga Royal Hiroshima for two nights.

Day 6. Hiroshima

An excursion to Miyajima to visit the Itsukushima Jinja Shrine and its "floating" torii gate is highly recommended.

Day 7. Hiroshima/Kurashiki

Take a train to the old granary town of Kurashiki. Wander the quaint streets of the old town and step back into the past. Overnight accommodation at Kurashiki Kokusai Hotel (First Class) OR Hotel Nikko (Deluxe)

Day 8. Kurashiki/ Okayama

Board a commuter train to nearby Okayama, site of one of Japan's most popular gardens. Overnight accommodation at Mitsui Garden Hotel (First Class) OR ANA Hotel Okayama (Deluxe)

Day 9. Okayama/Takamatsu

Board a JR Rapid train to Takamatsu on the island of Shikoku. Overnight accommodation at Rihga Hotel Zest (First Class) OR ANA Hotel Takamatsu (Deluxe).

DAY 10. Takamatsu/Kyoto

Board a JR Rapid train to Okayama and then change to a bullet train to Kyoto, ancient capital of Japan and the cradle of Japanese culture. Your accommodation for the next two nights is 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.

 

 

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

Daily Departure

SFO/LAX

WAS/NYC/CHI

Single Supplement

Land Only

January - February

F 2,475 2,575 545 1,995
D 3,005 3,105 975 2,525

March - April

F 2,595 2,645 545 1,995
D 3,055 3,155 975 2,525

May

F 2,595 2,695 545 1,995
D 3,025 3,125 975 2,525

June - August

F 2,755 2,855 545 1,995
D 3,275 3,375 935 2,525

September - October

F 2,595 2,695 545 1,995
D 3,025 3,125 975 2,525

November

F 2,515 2,615 545 1,995
D 3,055 3,155 995 2,525

December*

F 2,515 2,615 545 1,995
D 2,975 3,075 935 2,525

Supplement for 1 person traveling alone: $280

F = First Class | D = Deluxe

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.

 

 

| Home | FAQ's | Travel Tools | Contact Us | About Us |

| Destinations | Special Interests | Custom Travel | Business Travel | Special Offers |

Questions or comments about the site? Email the Webmaster

Copyright @ 2008  Explorient Travel Services.   All rights reserved.