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Japan
Simply Japan
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Simply Japan

Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate

Visits

Hakone, Hiroshima, Kanazawa, Kyoto, Matsumoto, Mount Fuji, Nijo Castle, Osaka, Takayama, Tokyo

Highlights

  • Experience the buzz of modern Tokyo and ancient Kyoto's temples, shrines and Zen gardens
  • Meet the snow monkeys and spend a night in temple lodgings, joining the monks for morning prayers
  • Explore the samurai district of Kanazawa and try Japan's best sake at Takayama

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Cultural, Hiking & Walking

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Japan Sapporo Snow Festival
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Japan Sapporo Snow Festival

Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Strenuous

Visits

Fes, Kyoto, Nara, Tokyo

Highlights

  • Discover Japan in the heart of winter and visit the Sapporo Snow Festival
  • Visit Japan's northernmost island of Hokkaido
  • Enjoy the highlights of modern Tokyo and iconic Kyoto in low season without the crowds

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Cultural, Hiking & Walking, Education / Learning

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Pakistan's Karakoram Highway
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Pakistan's Karakoram Highway

Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Strenuous

Visits

Bar, Nara, Tibet

Highlights

  • This walking holiday is a great introduction to the pleasures of Himalayan teahouse trekking
  • Relax after the moderate grade 4-day trek in the friendly lakeside town of Pokhara
  • Look out for a wide variety of animal species and the rare one-horned rhino in Chitwan National Park

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Cultural, Hiking & Walking

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Explore!

Why we love Explore!

They travel to places beyond the typical tourist locations and offer exciting activities that bring the “wow factor” travelers want.

Walk Japan - Kumano Kodo Trail
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Walk Japan - Kumano Kodo Trail

Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate

Visits

Alps, Kumano Kodo, Kyoto, Matsumoto, Nara, Osaka, Tokyo

Highlights

  • Hike along forested pilgrim trails between ancient shrines
  • Explore the temples and gardens of historic Kyoto and Nara on foot
  • Enjoy traditional Japanese cuisine and accommodation

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Trekking & Expeditions

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Trekking in Spain - Picos de Europa
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Trekking in Spain - Picos de Europa

Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate

Visits

Bilbao, Nara, Pico

Highlights

  • One-week of excellent walking in the Picos de Europa
  • Enjoy spectacular views of deep valleys and limestone crags
  • Experience the local flavour at our family-run lodgings

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Trekking & Expeditions

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Shogun Trail
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Shogun Trail

Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate

Visits

Hakone, Hiroshima, Kyoto, Mount Fuji, Nagasaki, Nara, Tokyo

Highlights

  • A trip combining Japan's classic sites with lesser visited, equally rewarding highlights
  • Visit Hakone National Park for a spectacular view of Mount Fuji
  • Uncover the rural charm of beautiful Hirado Island and stay in a traditional ryokan

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Cultural, Hiking & Walking

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Highlights of Japan
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Highlights of Japan

Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate

Visits

Hiroshima, Kanazawa, Kyoto, Nijo Castle, Osaka, Tokyo

Highlights

  • An 8-day trip through beautiful Japan's highlights where modernity meets tradition
  • An unforgettable journey from Tokyo's high rise neon to the peaceful temples of Kyoto
  • Try street food in Osaka and look out for snow monkeys bathing in hot springs

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Cultural, Hiking & Walking

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A Taste of Japan - Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka
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A Taste of Japan - Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka

Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Strenuous

Visits

Fushimi Inari Shrine, Fushimi Inari Shrine, Kanazawa, Kyoto, Nijo Castle, Osaka, Shirakawa, Shirakawago, Takayama, Tokyo

Highlights

  • Travel by bullet train across Japan and savour the freshest seafood, sushi and Hida beef
  • Discover thriving Tokyo, beautiful Kyoto and vibrant Osaka
  • Sample sake, make wagashi, enjoy our private tea ceremony

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Cultural, Hiking & Walking

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  • Highlights tour of Malta and Gozo exploring these Mediterranean islands
  • Explore Malta's capital of Valetta and its fortifications, churches, Grand Harbour
  • Discover the oldest freestanding structures in the world including the temple of Ggantija

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