TOKYO | NARA | Kyoto
APRIL 17 – 26, 2024
EXPERIENCE ONE OF ADVENTURE IN BLACK’S MOST THRILLING JOURNEYS TO DATE!
IMMERSE YOURSELF IN A LUXURIOUS ATMOSPHERE OF JAPAN! FULL OF NEON-TINGGED NIGHTLIFE, HARAJUKU FASHION, GASTRONOMIC DELIGHTS, AND BREATHTAKING TEMPLES AROUND EVERY CORNER.
JOIN YUR FAVORITE TRAVEL CREW AS WE EXPLORE THIS DYNAMIC CITY FILLED WITH CULINARY DELIGHTS, ANCIENT ARCHITECTURE AND STUNNING SCENERY.
TAKE IN EXQUISITE VIEWS OF MOUNTAINTOPS ENGULFED BY LUSH GREENERY AND BE AMAZED BY THE COUNTRY'S TRADITIONAL CUSTOMS THAT HAVE BEEN PASSED DOWN FOR GENERATIONS - THIS IS MUCH MORE THAN TRAVEL; IT'S A JOURNEY THROUGH TIME AND CULTURE.
Highlights you'll love:
TREAT YOURSELF TO A CULINARY JOURNEY AND LEARN THE RARE ART OF SUSHI MAKING.
SHOP ‘TIL YOU DROP NEAR TOKYO’S VERY OWN CHAMPS-ELYSEES, OMOTESANDO STREET!
EXPERIENCE ANIME AND GAMING CULTURE IN THE ELECTRIFYING ATMOSPHERE OF GIGO AKIHABARA, WITH HUNDREDS OF ARCADE GAMES, VR EXPERIENCES, AND MORE!
EMBARK ON AN UNFORGETTABLE JOURNEY INTO KYOTO’S RICH CULTURE AND HERITAGE FOR A GEISHA EXPERIENCE AND TEA CEREMONY AT THE TEMPLE.
DAYS 1 - 2
TOKYO NIGHTS & SIGHTS
Indulge your senses with a welcome dinner, featuring delicious authentic Japanese cuisine. Then adventure through Harajuku & Takeshita Dori for an up-close look at Japanese fashion.
Master sushi making during a cooking lesson with an expert chef before heading over to Omotesando - one of the world's best shopping stops.
Top it off by taking in stunning views from Roppongi Hills Observation Deck – certainly not something you want to miss out on!
Meals: Daily Breakfast, 1 Lunch, & 1 Dinner
DAY 3 - 4
ELECTRIC CITY
Unlock the secrets of Tokyo's electrifying past and transport yourself to centuries ago by visiting Asakusa, home to Sensoji temple - the oldest in all of Japan!
Then venture into Akihabara's' Electric Town', where you can explore hundreds of electronic shops selling everything from gadgets and gizmos, perfect for tech-lovers.
Anime & manga are more your style? GiGO Akiharbara; formerly Club Sega offers a unique insight into local gaming culture that every fan must experience.
Meals: Daily Breakfast & 1 Lunch
DAYS 5 - 6
A BLAST FROM THE PAST
Enjoy a free day in Tokyo to relax, shop, or do a bit more site seeing.
In the morning, get ready to explore Japan's ancient past and take a luxurious first-class train ride to Nara! With amazing 8th-century temples, shrines, and the sacred forest of Mount Inari, Fushimi Inari Shrine. Featured in the movie “Memoirs of a Geisha”, and Nara’s most celebrated shrine, Kasuga Taisha.
Take in all these spectacular sights that will fill your heart with awe and wonder!
Meals: Daily Breakfast & 1 Lunch
DAYS 7 - 8
Kyoto – Osaka
Unlock the secrets of the 50,000 ancient Kanji (Chinese Characters) as you experience a Japanese calligraphy lesson that'll unlock your creativity.
On your free day, enjoy the various sights across town or join us for a wild ride trip to Universal Studios Japan.
Top it off with an amazing Geisha-inspired dinner shared among your new travel crew - this is one adventure you won't forget anytime soon!
Meals: Daily Breakfast, 1 Lunch & 1 Dinner
OFF-THE-BEATEN-PATH EXCURSIONS, BOMB A$$ SUSHI, AND RAMEN, A TOUCH OF HISTORY WITH A SIDE OF ANIME!?
YEA…THIS TRIP WAS MADE FOR YOU! OUR EXPERIENCES ARE DESIGNED FOR BLACK TRAVELERS JUST LIKE YOU TO MEET, EXPLORE AND CREATE FRIENDSHIPS ALL WHILE EXPLORING THE RICH CULTURE AND HERITAGE OF PLACES LIKE JAPAN. SO STOP WAITING ON OTHERS TO LIVE YOUR BEST LIFE!
ALL OF THESE GOODIES ARE INCLUDED:
5 Star Accommodations in Japan and Kyoto
Welcome & Farewell Dinner
Visit Several Japanese Temples Including:
Meiji Shrine
Asakusa Kannon
Kasuga Taisha. and Fushimi Inari Shrine.
Private Sushi Lesson
Visit the Bustling Districts of:
Harajuku
Takeshita Dori
Omotesando and More
GiGO Akihabara Vist (Gaming Card Not Included)
Caligraphy Experience
Airport Arrival and Transfers
First Class Train to Kyoto
English-speaking tour guides and driver
Professional HD Photos & Video
AIB Swag Bag
Private Community Chat
AIB Staff Member On Site
A few other surprises
“I WONDER IF YOU KNOW… HOW THEY LIVE IN TOKYO!”
PARTY THE NIGHT AWAY IN THE CITY CENTER OR SHIBUYA, LOUNGE AT THE HOTEL BAR, OR ENJOY ONE OF THE LUXURY SPAS. WE’VE THOUGHT OF EVERYTHING SO YOU DON’T HAVE TO. JUST PUT YOUR BAGS DOWN, RELAX AND EXPLORE.
CONRAD TOKYO (OR SIMILAR)
Located in the heart of Tokyo, just a few steps away from Ginza, the world-famous shopping and entertainment district. Conrad Tokyo features rooms furnished with modern decor, award-winning restaurants, and a 29th-floor spa with beautiful city views.
KYOTO OKURA HOTEL (OR SIMILAR)
Hotel Okura's elegant rooms boast spectacular views of Kyoto against the backdrop of the Higashiyama Mountains. In the heart of the city, the hotel treats its guests to a shopping avenue, free Wi-Fi at the lobby and concierge services. Beauty treatments and baby-sitting services are available.
DO IT FOR THE GRAM!
YOUR HOTELS ARE CENTRALLY LOCATED SO YOU’RE NEAR ALL OF THE ACTION. LET OUR PHOTOGRAPHERS CAPTURE THE MOMENT SO YOU CAN REMEMBER IT FOR YEARS TO COME!
GOT QUESTIONS? WE’VE GOT ANSWER!
SCHEDULE A CALL TO SPEAK WITH SOMEONE ABOUT YOUR ADVENTURE! OR PAY FOR YOUR TRIP IN 24-MONTH INSTALLMENTS WITH UPLIFT
Full Package Details
DOUBLE OCCUPANCY: $4,550
SUPERIOR ROOM WITH TWO DOUBLE BEDS OR 1 KING BED FOR COUPLES
ROOMMATE MATCHING IS AVAILABLE
SINGLE OCCUPANCY: $5,850
SUPERIOR ROOM WITH 1 KING BED FOR 1 TRAVELER
YOU WILL NOT HAVE A ROOMMATE
**ALL PRICES ARE PER PERSON**
PAYMENT PLANS & FINANCING ARE AVAILABLE FOR ALL TRIPS!
What's Not Included
International flight to Tokyo
International flight from Kyoto
Mandatory Travel Insurance
Non-listed excursions and activities
Some lunches and dinners
Alcoholic beverages not included in the tour
Tipping
Physical Activities
This tour involves little physical activity outside of our daily walking tours. We will do our best to accommodate all physical needs, however, please ensure that you are physically able to participate in those activities without complaint, if not then this may not be the best trip for you.
TRAVEL INSURANCE:
Missing a vacation is bad enough. Losing the money you paid for your vacation is even worse. Trip insurance is therefore highly recommended. Your premium is related to your trip cost, so you don’t have to worry about being over-insured. Our suggested Travel Insurance providers are outlined below:
Payments & Payment Plans
All payments to Adventure in Black are non-refundable and non-transferable. This is because Adventure in Black has contractual agreements with hotels, airlines, and other vendors that will not allow us to obtain any refunds. This way we can keep our package prices low and allow you to make monthly payments on your vacation.
Should you opt-in to our payment plan program, your invoice will clearly note your due dates and amount. We suggest you put this payment plan on your personal calendar.
A $75 late fee will be applied to all payments made after the 3-day grace period. Your trip is subject to cancellation after two missed payments.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
As of June 12, 2022, the CDC no longer requires air passengers to show a negative COVID-19 test result, or show documentation of recovery from COVID-19, prior to boarding a flight from the United States.
PRIOR TO YOUR DEPARTURE
Check if you need to update your passport, your expiration date needs to be more than 6 months from the date of the trip
Sign up for State Department/Embassy alerts
Flights
We recommend you book your flight to Haneda Airport, officially Tokyo International Airport (HND) as early as possible, arrival time should be no later than 6:30 PM on April 17, 2024.
You will book your departure flight from Osaka Itami International Airport (ITM)), anytime on or after April 26, 2024.
If you’d like to arrive early or stay later OR need help booking your flights please contact The Adventure in Black Team and we’d be more than happy to assist you.
MONEY/CURRENCY
Though use of credit cards and e-currency has increased in recent years, Japan is still largely a cash-based society. The national currency of Japan is the Japanese Yen (¥). While credit and debit cards are accepted by larger hotels and department stores in Japan, many places (including small shops and restaurants) will still only accept cash, especially in smaller cities and towns.
NOTES:
Traveling abroad requires a passport valid for six months beyond your travel dates. In order to participate in this experience, you must have a valid passport with an expiration date no SOONER than October 26, 2024.
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