Japan Northern Explorer
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A captivating journey to the rugged region of northern Japan
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From 04/05/2024 to 12/10/2025
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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.
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Itinerary
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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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