Japan Northern Explorer
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A captivating journey to the rugged region of northern Japan
Duration 16 days
Destination Japan
Company World Expeditions
Availability From 05/04/2025 to 14/12/2025
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What's Included?
- Explore old and modern neighbourhoods of Tokyo
- Visit the old castle town of Hirosaki and the first Western-style fortress in Hakodate
- Cruise secluded Matsushima Bay, one of Japan’s top three scenic spots
- Explore UNESCO World Heritage shrines and temples of Nikko
- Discover the unique culture and history of Sado Island
- Walk ancient secluded forest and mountain trails
- Discover the heritage of foreign and Japanese explorers who opened the Hokkaido frontier
- Soak in the lively atmosphere of the young city of Sapporo
- Marvel at the famous peak of Mount Fuji
- Soak in hot spring baths
- 15 breakfasts and 7 dinnersComfortable well located hotel/traditional innsJapan Rail Pass - for use from day 3Internal flight Niigata/Sapporo valued at USD$363Sightseeing and entry fees as listed in itineraryExpert bilingual guideMedical kitWorld Expeditions does not require single travellers to pay a surcharge for travelling alone
- We will arrange for you to share accommodation with another traveller of the same gender and if we cannot match you up, we will provide a single room at no extra charge
- If you prefer not to share a single supplement is payable to guarantee your own room
- The single supplement on this trip can be applied to 9 of the nights
- These 9 nights include Tokyo, Sapporo, Hakodate, Matsushima and Kawaguchiko
- Therefore, the single supplement is not included at the destinations of Nikko, Sado and Hirosaki
- Please refer to our website for the additional cost
- In the countryside and Kyoto we stay in atmospheric, family-run inns and in comfortable western style hotels in Tokyo
- The Japanese “ryokan” is such a delicate environment, with compact spaces and displayed heirlooms, that for the first encounter something of a bull-in-a-china-shop feeling is inevitable - especially in the entrance as shoes are put on and removed
- But this reaction normalises as we and the innkeepers get used to each others ways! Traditional-style accommodation means sleeping on “futon” bedding laid out on tatami floors
- In the mountains it is usual for groups to sleep together in the same room, modified by sliding partitions
- Our inns understand that westerners may be more comfortable with privacy, and assign two-person rooms when there are few other guests
- But privacy throughout is difficult to guarantee without paying a premium
- Please check with our office staff if you require more information on this
- Double rooms may be available on request, however please note these are typically smaller than twin bedded rooms and once booked, cannot be changed without cost during the trip
- We recommend twin bedded rooms if you require space whilst sleeping, double beds in Japan are not standard western size
- Please note that when staying in ryokens hot showers and tub bathing is at the end of the day when a communal bath is heated (women and men are separated), but usually only wash basins are available in the morning
- Japanese love bathing together, communing as they soak
- This is a surprisingly good opportunity to meet the locals
- However, if privacy is an issue this may be arranged by careful scheduling within the group
- In cities or large towns you will be accommodated in 3 to 4 star, twin share properties that are centrally located, atmospheric and reliable
- Group Size: 5 - 13
- Day Walking
Availability
- From 05/04/2025 to 14/12/2025
Visit Japan
Northern Japan is a truly first-class destination for those with a taste for natural beauty, legendary hospitality and the subtlety of Japanese culture. We will visit the famous World Heritage shrines and temples of Nikko, explore the unique culture and history of Sado Island in the Sea of Japan and cruise pine-covered islands in Matsushima Bay. We visit the old castle town of Hirosaki, enjoy the lively atmosphere of the young city of Sapporo in Hokkaido. Along the way we’ll have plenty of time to soak in natural hot springs, sample an amazing array of fresh local foods and learn more about Japanese culture, history and heritage. No trip to Japan is complete without a visit to Mount Fuji,and so we end our journey with a visit to the beautiful Five Lakes region to view this iconic snow capped peak. Mention to the residents of Japan’s southern cities that you are going to visit the northern country and watch their eyes glimmer with envy!
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Departure dates and Pricing
| Departure Date | Return Date | Availability | Price | Enquire |
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| Sat 5th April, 202506/04/2024 | Sun 20th April, 202521/04/2024 | Available | Per person from$10320* | Enquire » |
| Departure Date | Return Date | Availability | Price | Enquire |
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| Sat 31st May, 202501/06/2024 | Sun 15th June, 202516/06/2024 | Available | Per person from$9990* | Enquire » |
| Departure Date | Return Date | Availability | Price | Enquire |
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| Sat 30th August, 202531/08/2024 | Sun 14th September, 202515/09/2024 | Available | Per person from$10320* | Enquire » |
| Departure Date | Return Date | Availability | Price | Enquire |
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| Sat 27th September, 202528/09/2024 | Sun 12th October, 202513/10/2024 | Available | Per person from$10320* | Enquire » |
| Departure Date | Return Date | Availability | Price | Enquire |
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| Sat 29th November, 202530/11/2024 | Sun 14th December, 202515/12/2024 | Available | Per person from$9990* | Enquire » |
Terms and conditions
- The following product terms and conditions apply in addition to our Booking Terms and Conditions (available on our website) and terms and conditions of the relevant travel service provider.
- Prices quoted valid for sale until 21 November 2024 for travel during the period specified (if applicable) unless otherwise stated or sold out prior.
- All prices are per person (unless otherwise stated), subject to availability and may be withdrawn or varied without notice. Accommodation (if included) is based on twin share unless otherwise stated.
- Advertised price includes bonus nights and/or stated saving (if applicable).
- Additional supplier conditions and travel restrictions may apply. Please enquire for further details.
- Airfare (including internal flights) is not included unless otherwise stated and, if included, is economy class unless otherwise stated.
- Components of the total price including local payments, "resort fees", "national park fees", "trip kitties" and food funds (if applicable) may be payable direct to the supplier on arrival or to your travel consultant prior to your departure. Where applicable, these payments are included in the total price quoted.
- Gratuities are not included unless otherwise stated.
- Prices shown are fully inclusive of taxes, levies and government charges current at the time of publication.
- Additional levies, government charges & other applicable fees, including additional taxes, surcharges and visa fees specific to your departure date or flight routing, may apply and are beyond our control.
- Seasonal surcharges and blackout dates may apply depending on date of travel.
- Prices shown are for payments made by cash in store or by BPAY.
- Payments made in store by credit card will incur a surcharge (see Booking Terms and Conditions for further details).
- These prices are a guide to the best price and are subject to change without notice, due to matters outside our control, such as adverse currency fluctuations, fuel surcharges, taxes and airfare increases. Please enquire for further details..
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