Testimonials

Ms. Melba Yee

Well organized tour, gorgeous scenery in the forest and woods, inns and onsens were wonderful, and the food was amazing. There were 14 of us, and because we hiked at different pace, we would have benefitted greatly in having 2 guides. Toshi did a great job running back and forth between the fast group, and those in the back; and even carried the pack for one of the hikers who found the hike challenging. Even discounting this one hiker, the group was still divided into 2 groups.

Mr. Spencer Bibby

This was a fantastic option to see a lot more of the country than the usual Tokyo to Osaka options that most other tour companies offer. There is a good variety in the included sightseeing. The hotels were all very nice - having two nights with the traditional ryokan stays was a pretty ideal number. The included meals were all good and gave us a nice variety of Japanese food.

Mr. Pietrusewsky Jr. & Mr. Ruiz

We saw a lot on this tour and we liked it when the number of guests was 17 at the start of the tour. The guides, Kim and Billy, and bus drivers did a great job. We liked the onsens at the hotels that had them. Having 3 nights in Tokyo was great as we got to visit friends who live there.

Mr. & Mrs. Kahan

We had a super time and saw so much! Both guides, Kim and Billy were great. Billy gave us so much information, whether about the destinations, history, folklore, daily life and personal anecdotes, that the longer journeys passed more easily. They were both very patient (when people ran late) and solicitous of everyone in the group, and also gave us important practical advice and information (such as toilet locations, shopping centres etc). The only remark we would make is that whereas the first bus had wi-fi, charging points and a toilet, the second bus looked rather old and had none of these facilities, which are very useful when you are travelling for many hours. Our first driver was excellent, very smooth, and took enormous pride in the cleanliness of his bus, polishing the gleaming hub caps every day! Accommodation was varied, which made the experience interesting. Breakfast was always excellent.

Mr. Semjonovs & Mrs. Sakura

Tour - Enjoyable life experience, with opportunities to learn Japanese culture and lifestyle. Visited a lot of important cultural and historical places within a short period of time. And foliage season makes this tour magical. The tour was great, and many thanks to tour guides, both Barbara and Miharu had a passion and high aspirations for their country and job!

Mr. & Mrs. Zukow

Our 15 day Autumn Leaves Tour exceeded our expectations beautiful hotels and locations with very knowledgeable guides. We really find it hard to pick our favorite stop we we're extremely happy with everything on Shikoku Pilgrimage and Kii peninsula. This tour is a walking paradise the cuisine and hot onsens our rewards. Thank you soo much a top cultural experience and adventure all the best from the Zukow

Mr. Naushad Vellani

Well Organized, Timely and Truly Memorable for me. Tour Director was Excellent! Had a wonderful time. Thank You.

Mr. Daniel Cubillos

I had a wonderful time. Very fast paced tour, i was never bored. All the sites and planned activities were wonderful.

Mr. Napier & Ms. Gregoire-Hamer

Overall we loved the tour. We would have enjoyed more walking, and found one day (Yoshino) had a lot of travel and little walking. The stay at a minshuku was the least comfortable, but the food was good. Every meal was great except at the Ginza (first meal), the tempura was disappointing.

Mr. Sato & Mrs. Ho

We like the diversity in tour clients. We have made new friends and chatting with people from different parts of the world is a learning experience.