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Back Roads of Japan

Destination:
Japan
Duration:11 days
Type:Group tour (max 16)
Style:
Virtuoso,
Tripcode:
65745
Travel Period:
July 2025
December 2028
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Wander off the beaten path away from Japan's big cities and popular sites with this 11-day tour that takes you to destinations that are often overlooked. Visit the treasured castle of Matsumoto and learn about samurai culture, explore the quaint city of Hagi by bicycle, and settle in at a community homestay to truly immerse yourself in the local culture. Of course, there's time before and after to explore Tokyo and Kyoto, making this trip a well-rounded glimpse into Japan's past and present.

What's Included

  • Your G for Good Moment: Hagi Community Homestay, Hagi Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group Your Hands-On Moment: Traditional Paper-making Lesson, Mihomisumi
  • Modern Tokyo walking tour
  • Zenkoji Temple visit (Nagano)
  • Jigokudani Monkey Park visit (Nagano)
  • Matsumoto Castle visit
  • Hagi Community Homestay welcome ceremony
  • Hagi cycling tour
  • Tottori sand dunes visit
  • Tottori fish market visit
  • Fushimi Inari Taisha shrine visit
  • Japan Rail (JR) pass (7 days)
  • All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Your Itinerary

Day 1 - Tokyo

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Day 2 - Tokyo

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Day 3 - Tokyo/Nagano

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Day 4 - Nagano

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Day 5 - Nagano/Otsu

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Day 6 - Otsu/Hagi

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Day 7 - Hagi

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Day 8 - Hagi/Tottori

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Day 9 - Tottori/Kyoto

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Day 10 - Kyoto

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Day 11 - Kyoto

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G Adventures offers small-group tours that focus on authentic, sustainable travel experiences. With a commitment to responsible tourism, they provide unique itineraries that connect travelers with local cultures and communities. From trekking in the Andes to exploring the markets of Marrakech, G Adventures ensures an enriching and adventurous journey with expert guides and like-minded travellers.

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