The famed appeal of metropolis Tokyo and cultural sightseeing of Kyoto can distract visitors from other destinations. This is not to say that Kyoto and Tokyo should be skipped by any means, and this trip will take you through both, but it provides the chance to make many stops in overlooked destinations, providing travelers with a well-rounded experience. In Matsumo, visitors learn about ancient samurai culture and tour an ancient palace. Natural hot springs are available for relaxation, and homestays in small, grassroots communities allow travelers to fully immerse themselves in the quaint side of Japanese culture. Travelers will traverse through the Japanese Alps and bike through the city of Hagi, getting a comprehensive tour of all that Japan has to offer. The journey from Tokyo to Kyoto will take 11 days, with all the stops listed above and many more. Travelers will pay $3,199 USD per person and the group will be accompanied by experienced guides known as Chief Experience Officers, and will spend their nights in comfortable, authentic accommodations.
G Adventures is a sustainable, small group tour company that has been leading travelers for 35+ years. They have been pioneers in community tourism and their trips directly benefit the local communities they visit. They have a responsible travel effort called G For Good and partner with the nonprofit Planeterra, dedicated to ensuring communities touched by tourism benefit from it. They were rated one of CATALYST PLANET’s 8 Best Sustainable Travel Companies.