To help you get a feeling for our Self-Guided Adventures, we have divided the itineraries into four grades outlined below. Of course this style of travel is fully tailorable, so it’s not a problem to mix elements and grades to suit you!
Essential Tailor-made
Just the basics included so you can choose how much you spend
Style Facts
- Two- to three-star accommodation
- No airport transfers (but a city transport pass and detailed airport transfer instructions are provided)
- Ordinary class Japan Rail Passes
- Breakfast every day plus some dinners
- Cultural experiences
Classic Tailor-made
Mid-range hotels and Japanese inns, some private guiding and cultural experiences
Style Facts
- Three-star accommodation
- Local professional guides for sightseeing in key destinations
- Airport meet-and-greet and transfers
- Ordinary class Japan Rail Passes
- Breakfast every day plus some dinners
- Cultural experiences
Superior Tailor-made
Enjoy in-depth cultural immersion while staying in high-quality accommodation
Style Facts
- Four- to five-star accommodation
- Local professional guides for sightseeing in key destinations
- Entrance fees and lunch included with the private guides
- Private airport transfers
- Green car (first class) Japan Rail Passes
- Breakfast every day plus several lunches and dinners
- In-depth cultural experiences
Deluxe Tailor-made
Luxurious hotels and Japanese inns, fine dining and exclusive experiences with a focus on comfort and ease of travel
Style Facts
- The very best five-star accommodation
- Exclusive cultural experiences
- Local professional guides with drivers and private cars for sightseeing in key destinations
- Entrance fees and lunch included with the private guides
- Private airport transfers
- Private car transfers between stations and hotels
- Green car (first class) reserved seat train tickets
- Breakfast every day plus several lunches and dinners