Sample Itineraries

Five days gives you the luxury of an intimate acquaintance with this hallowed path and all that surrounds it.

Kumano Kodo is a mystical place of nature and worship that appears in the Nihon Shoki, Japan’s oldest historical text. It became a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2004 as part of the pilgrimage paths of Wakayama’s Kii Mountains.

Kumano Kodo is the first pilgrimage route in Japan and second in the world to become a registered World Heritage Site. The Santiago de Compostela pilgrimage route in Spain is the other, and hikers who complete both trails are known as “Dual Pilgrims.”

Both sites con

Four days exploring the wonderous and varied Kii Peninsula.

Ise, Shima, Toba and Matsusaka are located in central Japan’s Mie Prefecture, which is a part of the Kii Peninsula. Kii Peninsula is the largest in Japan, and is home to large parts of Osaka and Nagoya Prefectures. Nara is located in North part, Wakayama in Southwest part and Mie Prefecture in the Southeast. The Kii Peninsula was selected as a Best in Travel Top 10 Regions winner, coming in 5th Place in 2018 by Lonely Planet. Mie Prefecture is best known for Ise Jingu Grand Shrine, the holiest site in all of Shinto and the top dog amon

Six days and five nights of a nature-rich escape from the southern heat into Japan’s great northern reaches.

Hokkaido, the large island located at the northernmost tip of Japan, is justifiably a very popular travel destination in Japan.

The climate and vegetation, among other things, are markedly different from other areas in Japan, and for Japanese people the place sometimes conjures up the image of being in a foreign country.

Driving in Hokkaido, you can see the unusual-for-Japan sight of a straight road continuing to the horizon, surrounded by a vast wilderness that is nothing like the city ma

Ten days of winter bliss at Japan’s best ski and hot spring resorts in the Nagano, Niigata, and Gunma mountains.

You will travel through Japan’s most famous ski and onsen resorts, finding beautiful mountains, soothing waters, amazing sights, and delicious delicacies.

Visit some of Japan’s most spectacular countryside towns, all accessible within a few short hours of Tokyo. You’ll visit Minakami in Gunma Prefecture, Yuzawa in Niigata Prefecture, and Nozawa in Nagano Prefecture. Please see the model itinerary below for more details.

Days 1-3: Gunma

Be whisked away from one of Tokyo’s two airports or

Take a journey with us through the sacred land of Shikoku.

Shikoku consists of the four prefectures of Ehime, Kagawa, Kochi and Tokushima, and is one of the five main islands of Japan. Shikoku is the second-smallest main island after Okinawa and smaller than Sardinia and Bananal. By population, it ranks 23rd, having fewer inhabitants than Sicily or Singapore.

Mountains running east and west divide Shikoku into a narrow northern subregion fronting the Seto Inland Sea, and a southern part facing the Pacific Ocean. Most of the province is mountainous.

Shikoku has historically been rather isolated an

Seven days, five islands, unfathomable tropical beauty.

What is known as “Okinawa” is actually a collection of tropical islands in southern Japan.

Okinawa-Honto is the largest island of Okinawa Prefecture and is the historical seat of the Ryukyu Dynasty’s power.

Okinawa was not always part of Japan, and it’s relatively far-flung location ensured that it evolved with a very distinct culture of its own. Okinawa is not only home to a unique culinary environment influenced by its tropical surroundings and a place of rich artistic and musical tradition, but also a transportation hub for the prefecture

An eleven day immersive tour of Japan’s southernmost main island.

Kyushu is the southernmost of Japan’s four large islands (the others being Hokkaido, Honshu, and Shikoku) and consists of seven prefectures, Fukuoka, Saga, Nagasaki, Kumamoto, Oita, Miyazaki and Kagoshima. Each prefecture has its own personality and destinations popular with visitors.

Though sometimes not given its due, Kyushu is actually a wonderful island, making for a superb holiday destination. Between the legendary warmth of its people, the ease of getting around, and the breathtaking sightseeing spots, Kyushu is the perfect

Five days and four nights of a grand expanse of delights awaits you in Tohoku, which is defined as the area above greater Tokyo all the way to the northern tip of Japan’s main island, Honshu.

Get to know the Tohoku region! Your luxury Tohoku tour starts in Tokyo and heads north into Iwate Prefecture, Akita Prefecture, and finally into the northernmost part of Honshu, Aomori Prefecture.

You will be rewarded with spectacular scenery, the distinctive culture of the Tohoku region, and a bit of wilderness exploration along the way.

You will also be treated to Tohoku’s delicious local cuisine and Jizak

Twelve days of Tokyo, central and western Japan.

Tokyo is where we start, and where we celebrate the modern phenomenon Japan has become. From there, we dive deeper into natural beauty, smaller cities, and storied pasts. Kanazawa and nearby Shirakawa-go have recently become darlings of the travel circuit, but trust us to show you them right. Kyoto, Nara, Japan’s second city of Osaka, and some castles and hot springs round out this itinerary nicely. See the best of Japan in comfort and luxury.

Days 1-2: Tokyo

Tokyo is the center of a roughly 45 million person metropolis, and it is also considered t

A 13-day excursion into some of the best Japan has to offer.

For most of our visitors, hearing the word “Tokyo” conjures up a treasure trove of imagery. It rightly should, as Tokyo is full of charms both old and new. Urban adventure, discovery, and just plain fun are sure to come your way as you traverse this notoriously vibrant city with us by your side. For us, however, Tokyo will be just a starting point. The most famous sites – Mt. Fuji, historic Kyoto and Nara – are of course expertly covered, but allow us to take you to some less trodden parts of the country where you’ll discover a differ

A two-day luxurious getaway from Tokyo.

Mt. Fuji (3776m or 12,389 ft), known as “Fuji-san” in Japanese, is Japan’s most revered and timeless attraction. It is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Come explore its grandeur with us from a distance, and then right up close as we traverse the actual slopes. Combine this with the nearby lakes, luxury accommodation, and the soothing waters of the famous hot springs, and you’ve got an amazing getaway from Tokyo.

In the morning, you’ll meet an English speaking guide in your hotel lobby in Tokyo. Together, you’ll head to nearby Yamanashi Prefecture by priv

Head north from Tokyo and experience a mountain resort area that gained prominence in the late 1800s. This grand escape from Tokyo can be luxuriously yours.

Nikko is one of Japan’s top destinations.

The World Heritage Sites surrounding and including Toshogu comprise Nikko’s main attraction, together forming Japan’s most lavishly decorated shrine and mausoleum complex, all created for Tokugawa Ieyasu, the founder of the Tokugawa Shogunate.

For a taste of the region’s big nature, the mountains west of the main city are part of Nikko National Park, and contain some of the country’s most spectacular

Looking for a sweet natural escape from Tokyo’s hubbub? Come experience our Mt. Takao.

Mt. Takao (599 m), called Takao-san in Japanese, is a power spot popular with Tokyoites and visitors alike.

Takao-san was awarded three stars in the 2007 Michelin Green Guide, so you know it’s a special place!

A day hiking sacred Mt. Takao

Your private tour guide will be waiting for you at your hotel and together you will take a train from Shinjuku Station to Takao-san Mountain.

Take in the scenery and listen to the sounds of nature as you climb the mountain.

Soon enough you will arrive at a quiet temple near the

Coastal expanses and rich history await on this easy day trip from Tokyo.

Kamakura in Kanagawa Prefecture is a well-known ancient samurai capital. It’s also the first samurai regime’s birthplace. This regime, the Kamakura Shogunate, created its own very distinctive culture during the eponymous Kamakura Period (1185-1333).

A day in Kamakura and Enoshima

This morning, your private tour guide will be waiting for you at your hotel. You will go together to Kamakura by private car, taking about one hour.

Visiting Hase-dera Temple, you are sure to be impressed by the Daibutsu, or the “Big Buddha” of 13.3

Year-round, reliably gorgeous hot springs resort area.

Hakone, a generic name for a volcano, is one of the most popular luxury spa resorts located near Tokyo. Year round, you can enjoy the scenery of all four seasons while looking at the Mt. Fuji in the distance.

Day 1: Tokyo to Hakone

In the morning, you will rendezvous with your private tour guide in the hotel lobby. From there, you’ll head to the train station and take the “Romance Car” express train to Hakone. Whether it is romantic or not is up to you, but its large glass windows will certainly afford you some nice views on the way!

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Six days of immersion in another time.

Kyoto and Nara are together the world’s most culturally rich cities, with 17 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, more than 1600 Buddhist temples, and over 400 Shinto shrines between them.

On this tour, you will have the opportunity to explore some of the best attractions of this Kansai region. You will also be afforded the chance to experience the traditional hot spring town of Arima Onsen, a place with centuries of history, snuggled up against Mt. Rokko in Kobe.

Days 1-3: The Unrivaled Former Capital of Japan

Having completely escaped the bombing raids of WWII, Kyo

A six day luxurious exploration of the best Tokyo has to offer.

For most of our visitors, hearing the word “Tokyo” conjures up a treasure trove of imagery. It rightly should, as Tokyo is full of charms both old and new. Urban adventure, discovery, and just plain fun are sure to come your way as you traverse this notoriously vibrant city with us by your side. With your preferences in mind, we will customize your time here to best enjoy Tokyo’s best sightseeing, dining, and shopping. Your lodging will also be of the highest standard.

Simply put, we promise a perfectly tailored, luxurious holiday i