Discover Tohoku
From the neon metropolis of Tokyo city, you will voyage north on a path less trodden to discover the wonderful wonders of Tohoku. Ride on the Granclass luxury bullet train to the northern prefecture of Aomori before exploring the sublime nature and spectacular scenery of Akita prefecture. Forage for wild ingredients in native forests. Stay overnight in a temple, visit authentic samurai villages and dip in 300 year old onsen close by stunning lakes, mountains and forests. Visit multiple UNESCO world heritage sites, and the occaisonal large city to contrast modern Japan with it ancient samurai past. Relax and eat like an emperor in luxurious Japanese style ryokan and stay in some historic inns before spending a night in the incredible 5 star Ritz Carlton Nikko for a final rest before returning to Tokyo city.
Route: Tokyo - Owani Onsen - Noshiro - Oga Peninsula - Kakunodate - Nyuto Onsen - Sendai - Aizuwakamatsu - Ochijuku - Nikko - Tokyo
Details
Dates: Available all year round
Duration: 14 Nights/15 Days (Pre or Post Nights available on request)
Starts: Tokyo
Ends: Tokyo
Route: Tokyo - Owani Onsen - Noshiro - Oga Peninsula - Kakunodate - Nyuto Onsen - Sendai - Aizuwakamatsu - Ochijuku - Nikko - Tokyo
Tour Type: Self Guided with local guides
Prices from: From € per person sharing (See Prices Below)
Accommodation Category: 3*standard /4*superior /5*deluxe / 6*super deluxe
Experiences
Tokyo Tour Guide

Granclass Luxury Shinkansen to Northern Tohoku

Luxury Japanese Style Ryokan with Onsen & Kaiseki Dinner

Guided Trek in Native Forest Foraging for Ingredients

Coastal Drive in Oga Peninsula

Kakunodate Authentic Samurai Village

Cycling Foodie Tour around Lake Tazawako

Chuson-ji Temple (UNESCO World Heritage Site)

Sendai City

Yamadera Mountain Temple Hike

Matsushima Bay Cruise

Aizuwakamatsu Tsuruga Castle

Ochijuku Postal Town Thatched Roofs

Single Carriage Train through mountains to Yunokami Onsen Station

The Ritz Carlton Nikko 5* Hotel

Nikko Temples & Shrines (UNESCO World Heritage Site)

Accommodation
Tokyo (Western Hotel, One Night)
Super Deluxe: Park Hyatt Tokyo (or similar)
Aomori (Deluxe Japanese Style Ryokan, One Night)
Standard:
Superior:
Deluxe:
Super Deluxe Ryokan: Hoshino Resorts Kai Tsugaru (Japanese Style)
[Includes Breakfast, Dinner & Onsen (hot spring bath)]
Noshiro (Japanese Style Ryokan, Two Nights)
Standard:
Superior:
Deluxe: Berabou Inn
Super Deluxe:
[Includes two breakfasts & one dinner (using wild ingredients foraged in the forest), taxes and charges]
Oga Peninsula (Temple Stay, One Night)
Standard:
Superior:
Deluxe: Dairyuji Temple Stay
Super Deluxe:
[Includes breakfast & Japanese style dinner]
Kakunodate (Japanese Style Ryokan, Two Nights)
[Includes breakfast daily]
Nyuto Onsen (Japanese Style Ryokan, One Night)
[Includes breakfast and dinner and onsen (hot spring bath)]
Sendai City (Western Style Hotel, two nights)
[Includes breakfast]
Aizuwakamatsu (Japanese Style Ryokan, One Night)
[Includes breakfast, dinner & Onsen (hot spring bath)]
Ochijuku (Japanese Style Ryokan, One Night)
Nikko (Western Style Hotel, one night)
Tokyo (Western Style Hotel, two nights)
Super Deluxe: Park Hyatt Tokyo (or similar)
Whats included
Service | Superior | ||
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Airport Transfers (Arrival & departure) | Shared Transfers (Door-to-door) | ||
14 Nights Accommodation | 4*/5* Western (6) + Japanese Ryokan (8) + Temple Stay (1) | ||
Meals | 14 breakfast / 6 dinners | ||
Transport |
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Tokyo Guided Tour | Private/Full Day | ||
Noshiro Forest Foraging Guide | Private/Half Day | ||
Oga Peninsula Hipster Sake Brewery Tour | Half Day | ||
Tazawako Cycling Tour | Private/Half Day | ||
Yamadera & Matsushima Guide Aizuwakamatsu Tour Guide Nikko Tour Guide UJT’s Essential Travel Pack | Private/Full Day Private/Full Day Private/Full Day with Private Transport Received 2 weeks prior to departure |
2022 Per Person Prices from:
Tour Category | EUR | GBP | USD | AUD |
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Superior (4*) | €~ | £~ | $~ | $~ |
Prices are per person and based on two people sharing a Twin or Double Room. Single room supplements apply. Exchange rate fluctuations may lead to price changes. Peak Season Supplements may apply during Cherry Blossom Season, Autumn Leaf Season, National Holiday Weekends inside Japan however it is always our aim to keep prices as advertised. To avoid supplements, early booking is recommended.
How to Book
Step 1: Booking Deposit
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- Allow UJT team book all services
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Step 2: Book Your Flight
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Step 3: Final Payment Due 8 Weeks Prior
Your Essential UJT Travel pack will be couriered to your home address 2 weeks prior.
Step 4: See you in Japan!
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Total price of this tour
per person