Active Japan: Kyoto to Tokyo Island Hopping

Arrive at any time. Join your CEO for a welcome briefing and an optional dinner in Kyoto.

Event: Anreise und Begrüßungstreffen (1.0h)
Unterkunft: Prince Smart Inn Kyoto Shijo Omiya

Start your Kyoto based explorations with one of the iconic hikes outside the Kyoto downtown area. Hike from Kurama village to Kibune-two villages that mark the start and endpoint of the hike. As you wind your way through the canopied forest, visit the Yuki shrine and Kurama-dera temple. (F)

Event: CEO-Led Hiking Tour from Kurama to Kibune (2.5h)
Unterkunft: Prince Smart Inn Kyoto Shijo Omiya

The final day in Kyoto begins with the iconic visit to Fushimi Inari shrine. Walk for around 2 hours under the vibrant torii gates as you make your way along the various trails. Although this is a popular activity, it's worth it for the expansive views across Southern Kyoto. (F)

Event: Wanderung zum Schrein Fushimi Inari-Taisha
Freizeit: Kyoto
Unterkunft: Prince Smart Inn Kyoto Shijo Omiya

Optionale Ausflüge:
Besuch der Burg Nijo und ihrer Gärten (**)
Besuch des Kinkaku-ji ("Goldener Pavillon") (**)
Zen-Garten des Ryoan-ji (**)

Let the island hopping begin. Board a domestic flight bound for Naha airport, in Okinawa. Naha is the main gateway for travelers in and out of Okinawa. Upon arrival, hop onto a private transport and make your way north towards Yanbaru National Park. This area is not popular on the tourist route due to its more remote location, and indeed feels a bit like a hidden gem. (F) (A)

Freizeit: Kunigami
Transport: Kansai International Airport - Naha Airport
Unterkunft: Ada Garden Hotel

Embark on a guided walk through part of Yambaru Forest, spotting native flora and fauna on the Ibe-dake Forest Trail Trek. After a picnic lunch, head towards to the seaside and join your local guide on a guided sea kayaking excursion to Yasuda island. After a busy day, enjoy a dinner out together. (F) (M) (A)

Event: Ibe-dake Forest Trail Trek
Event: Yanbaru Sea Kayaking
Unterkunft: Ada Garden Hotel

Another day, another island. Today, head even further south to Ishigaki island. Still part of Okinawa, Ishigaki technically sits closer to Taiwan than to mainland Japan. Join your CEO and fellow travelers for a delicious dinner sampling famous Okinawan ryori (food). (F) (A)

Transport: Naha Airport - Ishigaki Airport
Freizeit: Ishigaki
Unterkunft: Hotel Abianpana Ishigaki

In the Hirakubo Peninsula in northern Ishigaki, hop aboard a Sabani, the traditional Okinawan sailboat, and cruise along the shores of the peninsula. Hop into the water to snorkel if you choose, or just admire the stunning untouched environment. These boats are hand carved in the traditional way from hollowed logs, and only hold 6 persons per boat. Enjoy this rare opportunity to enjoy a piece of Okinawan cultural heritage. During the paddle, we'll jump out of the boat for a chance to snorkel out above the coral reef. (F)

Event: Sabani Boat
Event: Snorkeling from the Sabani Boat
Freizeit: Ishigaki
Unterkunft: Hotel Abianpana Ishigaki

Just off the coast of the Ishigaki Port area is Taketomi Island, part of Iriomote-Ishigaki National Park. Surrounded by coral reef, the island is actually constructed of coral walls and structures, creating a unique architectural look within Japan. The central Ryukyu village is the most well known feature of the island, full of red tiled roof buildings and tropical flowers. There are plenty of ways to explore Taketomi, but in true G Adventures style we opt for a bicycle to be able to zip around and see as much as possible. (F)

Transport: Ishigaki - Taketomi
Event: Taketomi Cycling
Transport: Taketomi - Ishigaki
Unterkunft: Hotel Abianpana Ishigaki

The island hopping continues as you head west again towards Iriomote island. Spend the day kayaking in a mangrove area, spotting birds and local flora you can only find in this area. After an epic day exploring the island, choose to join your CEO and fellow travelers for a farewell dinner back in Ishigaki. (F)

Transport: Ishigaki - Iriomote-jima
Event: Iriomote Kayak
Transport: Iriomote-jima - Ishigaki
Unterkunft: Hotel Abianpana Ishigaki

We bid farewell to the beautiful archipelago of Okinawa and return to Japan's mainland. After breakfast, we'll catch a flight to Tokyo. Arrive to the the hotel and enjoy a free evening in Tokyo. (F)

Transport: Ishigaki - Tokyo (3.0h)
Unterkunft: Hotel Oriental Express Tokyo Kamata

Today you have the chance to see the biggest city in Japan on a tour with your CEO. See highlights of this amazing city like Asakusa Sensoji Temple and Asakusa neighbourhood, Nakamise shopping street and the historic Meiji Shrine. In the afternoon, spend your time in Tokyo how you'd like. Opt to visit cool neighborhoods like Akihabara or Harajuku. Or find some green space in the famous Ueno Park. (F)

Event: Besichtigung des Tempels Senso-ji
Event: Besuch des Meiji-Schreins (Meiji Jingu)
Freizeit: Tokyo
Unterkunft: Hotel Oriental Express Tokyo Kamata

Optionale Ausflüge:
Besuch in Akihabara (**)
Besuch in Harajuku (**)
Besuch im Ueno-Park (**)

Depart at any time. (F)

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Fahrplan-, Flugplan-, Hotel- und Programmänderungen bleiben ausdrücklich vorbehalten.

(**) Von G Adventures organisierte Programme sowie Aktivitäten. Diese sind nicht im Reisepreis enthalten und müssen vor Ort gebucht werden. Änderungen vorbehalten.

(F=Frühstück,M=Mittagessen,A=Abendessen)