2027 Adventures: Just a reminder, because these trips are planned well in advance, many of our local guides and partners are still finalizing pricing and logistics. As a result, some details may change as plans are confirmed, including pricing, itinerary flow, lodging, or inclusions. This is normal for long-range planning, and we’ll continue to refine each adventure while keeping you informed along the way. Any meaningful updates will always be communicated clearly and well in advance. Think of this as an early preview and opportunity to reserve a spot, with final details locked in closer to departure.

Japan 🧭🧭

Come explore Japan with us for our first adventure here!

This journey through Japan blends iconic landscapes, deep cultural immersion, and sacred pilgrimage experiences. Witness Mount Fuji framed by seasonal cherry blossoms, one of the country’s most celebrated natural scenes, before settling into the timeless traditions of Kyoto with an overnight stay at an authentic Buddhist temple lodge. Take part in a formal tea ceremony and enjoy a rare geisha encounter that offers insight into Japan’s refined arts and cultural heritage. Travel onward to Mount Koyasan, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and spiritual center of Shingon Buddhism, where ancient temples and forested cemeteries create a powerful sense of reverence. The journey culminates along the historic Kumano Kodo pilgrimage route, walking through tranquil mountain forests to Nachi Waterfall—Japan’s tallest waterfall and a sacred symbol of harmony between nature and spirituality.

**Please note, these adventures are planned far in advance, and sometimes things come up that are unforeseen or unplanned. With that forethought, know the group will be accompanied on this adventure by Keith, or Michelle, and/or More Adventures Ambassador. Additionally, some price increased may occur.

Arrival from Tokyo

Arrive Tokyo (Haneda Airport HND) and transfer to your hotel (This is not included but can be arranged. Plenty of Uber and Taxi available). Adventure will start early next day.

**IMPORTANT: Remember when booking flights you will fly into arrive Tokyo (Haneda Airport - HND) and depart Kansai International Airport (KIX).

Arrival from Tokyo – Lake Kawaguchiko

Union point: Tokyo station at 8AM

• Mt. Fuji Panoramic Ropeway for sweeping lake & Fuji views

• Visit Oshino Hakkai Village

• Check-in to luxury ryokan

• Private onsen with Mt. Fuji view

Meals: Lunch & Dinner

Fuji Culture & Sacred Nature

• Visit Kubota Itchiku Kimono Museum

• Oishi Park (Fuji + cherry blossoms in April)

• Visit Kawaguchiko Sengen Shrine (sacred Fuji worship site)

• Return to ryokan

Meals: Lunch & Dinner

Kawaguchiko → Kyoto (Experience Temple Lodge Stay, lunch, dinner)

• Private bus transfer to Kyoto

• En-route visit to Fushimi Inari Taisha – walk through the iconic vermilion torii gates

• Lunch in Kyoto town (local, refined restaurant)

• Check-in to Kyoto temple lodge (shukubo)

• Zen meditation (zazen) with a resident monk

• Participate in temple schedule: cleansing, bamboo meditation, etc lead by the monk 

• Shojin-ryori dinner (vegetarian temple cuisine)

Meals: Lunch & Dinner

Kyoto – Samurai & Geisha Culture (Lunch, Dinner)

Morning : Living tradition in the temple lodge

• After lunch, Visit "Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto," which include famous temples, Nijo Castle, showcasing Japan's rich history, architecture, and garden art.

• Private geisha (maiko / geiko) encounter – dance, tea, conversation

• Stroll through Gion street

• Group dinner

• Overnight at temple lodge

Meals: Lunch & Dinner

Kyoto off the beaten path (Lunch)

• Hozugawa River Boat Ride 

• Traditional wooden boat drifting from Kameoka → Arashiyama

• Cherry blossoms line the riverbanks in season

• Visit sake brewery house

• Free time in the evening

• Optional activities: light illumination at Shoren-in Monzeki temple

Overnight in Kyoto

Meals: Lunch

Kyoto → Koyasan → Wakayama (Lunch, Dinner)

Theme: Sacred mountain, UNESCO site

• Optional early-morning Philosopher’s Path walk (quiet, poetic at dawn) 

• Depart Kyoto for Koyasan (sacred mountain)

• Visit:

  • Danjo Garan

  • Okunoin Cemetery (lantern-lit spiritual heart)

UNESCO Pilgrimage Route & Sacred Waterfall

• Walk a gentle section of the Kumano Kodo Pilgrim Route (Nakahechi part) with highlight at Nachi Falls – Japan’s most sacred waterfall

• A quick shopping on the morning to prepare snack for the hike ( easy - moderate walk - stone paved path,  3 hours)

• Return the town, free time

• Farewell Dinner at resort or by the harbor (TBD)

Departure

• Transfer to Osaka - Kansai International Airport (KIX) and fly home.