Japan: Ancient & Modern
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Explore the history, culture, and cuisine of the paradoxically profound nation of Japan. We'll stay in a traditional Japanese Ryokan, ride bullet trains, and learn about the legend of the Samurai on what promises to be an unforgettable trip.
13 Days/ 12 Nights
10th May 2023 - 22nd May 2023
$6,890
CAD
20 Spots
Available
Moderate Exertion
Gordon Dreger
Founder, W&A
Hosted by Gordon
Japan is a country that continually fascinates me and I am extremely excited about exploring it with you on this tour! I adore Japanese cuisine and sake and am intrigued by its long traditions and particularly unique culture and the role that it has played in the evolution of Asia.
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Program Highlights
Get the day-by-day breakdown of Wheel & Anchor's plans on this exciting tour!
Tour Map & Gallery
The map for our upcoming Japan tour
The Hakone Shrine is a Japanese Shinto shrine on the shores of Lake Ashi in the town of Hakone
A Japanese bullet train passes Mount Fuji
Spring scenery outside Kanazawa Castle, Japan
Himeji Castle with cherry blossoms in front of Mount Fuji
A view to the garden in a Japanese tea house in Kanazawa, Japan
A woman performs a Japanese tea ceremony
Mount Fuji at sunrise
Matsumoto castle in Matsumoto, Japan
A Japanese bullet train in the station
A pine tree on one of Takayama’s old streets
A samurai house in Kanazawa
Sunset over Kyoto, Japan
Detail of the Main Hall of Sanjusangendo Buddhist Temple in Kyoto, Japan
Mount Fuji sitting behind the skyscrapers of Tokyo
Stone Lantern in the Kenrokuen Gardens in Kanazawa, Japan
Downtown Kanazawa, Japan
A pagoda in Nara, Japan
Three Japanese Geishas
Itsukushima Shrine in Hiroshima, Japan
Hiroshima, Japan
Todaiji’s main hall, the Daibutsuden is the World’s largest wooden building in Nara, Japan
A close up of Japanese paper known as washi
A thatched roof in one of Japan’s folk villages
Flowers from a market in Takayama, Japan
A temple in Takayama, Japan
Colorful autumn trees in Hida Folk Village, Takayama, Japan
Scenery of the Suwa taisha shrine in Nagano, Japan
Matsumoto Castle with Mount Fuji as a backdrop
A Ryokan or Japanese traditional hotel
A traditional Japanese inn or Ryokan
The Kaminarimon gate of the Sensoji Temple, also known as Asakusa Kannon Temple, in Tokyo Japan.
The Kamakura Daibutsu (The Great Buddha of Kamakura) in Kamakura, Japan
Mt. Fuji in Autumn, seen from Kamakura and Tokyo bay
Japanese traditional casual summer kimono called “Yukata”
The Imperial Palace in Tokyo, Japan
Additional information regarding price and travel dates
CAD
- $6,890 Double
- $10,980 Single
Package price per person
CAD
- $1,000
Deposit per person
**Please see full itinerary for all pricing and inclusions details
Inclusions
- All transportation as described in the itinerary
- Group airport transfer between Tokyo Narita airport and the hotel on arrival. Group train transfer from Kyoto to Narita airport on the return. For individual arrivals/departures, separate arrangements will be provided at an additional charge.
- 12 nights hotel accommodation with daily breakfast
- Guided sightseeing through cities mentioned with English speaking local guides
- Lunches or dinners as indicated in the itinerary
- All local taxes, porterage fees, service charges, and gratuities.
- Entrance fees as specifically indicated in the itinerary
- Services of a Wheel & Anchor host from arrival in Tokyo until departure from Tokyo
Exclusions
- International airfare and air taxes from home country
- Extra overnight in Tokyo prior to tour start date or in Kyoto after the end of the tour, if required due to flight schedule
- Porterage may or may not be available at hotels as this is less common in Japan
- Trip cancellation and travel medical insurance which is highly recommended and may be quoted to you by our office depending on your province of residence
All tour programs are subject to our detailed terms & conditions which are available on request and sent automatically at the time of booking
Or CALL US TODAY! 1-888-247-1480
Additional information regarding price and travel dates
Pre Program: Seoul, Korea (May 5 - 10, 2023)
CAD
- $2,590 Double
- $3,080 Single
Package price per person
CAD
- $1,500
Deposit per person
Inclusions
- All transportation as described in the itinerary
- Private airport transfer between South Korea Incheon airport and the hotel in Seoul on arrival. Individual airport transfers from hotel in Seoul to Incheon Airport upon departure.
- T-Money transportation card to ride the public transportation (subway and bus) for the excursions included in the itinerary
- 5-nights hotel accommodation with daily breakfast
- Guided sightseeing through cities mentioned with English speaking local guide
- Lunches or dinners as indicated in the itinerary
- All local taxes, porterage fees, service charges, and gratuities.
- Entrance fees as specifically indicated in the itinerary
- Services of a Wheel & Anchor host from arrival in Seoul until departure from Seoul
Exclusions
- International airfare and air taxes from home country
- Extra overnight in Tokyo prior to tour start date or in Kyoto after the end of the tour, if required due to flight schedule
- Porterage may or may not be available at hotels as this is less common in Japan
- Trip cancellation and travel medical insurance which is highly recommended and may be quoted to you by our office depending on your province of residence
Post Program: Taiwan (May 22 - 27, 2023)
CAD
- $2,890 Double
- $3,690 Single
Package price per person
CAD
- $1,500
Deposit per person
Inclusions
- All transportation as described in the itinerary
- Group airport transfer between Taipei airport and the Taipei hotel on arrival. Individual airport transfers from the Taipei Hotel to the Taipei Airport upon departure.
- 1-day transportation card to ride the public transportation (MRT, city buses, shuttle buses) unlimited
- 5-nights hotel accommodation with daily breakfast
- Guided sightseeing through cities mentioned with English speaking local guides
- Lunches or dinners as indicated in the itinerary
- All local taxes, porterage fees, service charges, and gratuities.
- Entrance fees as specifically indicated in the itinerary
- Services of a Wheel & Anchor host from arrival in Taipei until departure from Taipei
Exclusions
- International airfare and air taxes from home country
- Extra overnight in Tokyo prior to tour start date or in Kyoto after the end of the tour, if required due to flight schedule
- Porterage may or may not be available at hotels as this is less common in Japan
- Trip cancellation and travel medical insurance which is highly recommended and may be quoted to you by our office depending on your province of residence
All tour programs are subject to our detailed terms & conditions which are available on request and sent automatically at the time of booking
Or CALL US TODAY! 1-888-247-1480