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 Join us for an extraordinary lesbian group adventure to Japan, where culture, tradition, and modernity intertwine in a mesmerizing journey. Embark on an adventure that promises to immerse you in the rich tapestry of Japanese life, from the bustling streets of Tokyo to the serene temples of Kyoto. Indulge your senses in the vibrant flavours of Japanese cuisine, from sizzling street food to delicate sushi.
Our meticulously curated itinerary offers a balance of exploration and relaxation, with visits to iconic landmarks including Mount Fuji, Matsumoto Castle & the Peace Memorial Park in Hiroshima. Led by experienced guides, our group adventure ensures an enriching experience filled with unforgettable memories and the opportunity to forge new friendships amidst the beauty and charm of Japan.
Japan offers a unique blend of ancient traditions and modern innovation that makes it one of the most fascinating travel destinations in the world. From peaceful temples and the unique snow monkies to bustling cities filled with advanced technology. You will also enjoy delicious cuisine such as sushi, ramen, and tempura while experiencing the country’s rich culture, respectful hospitality, and clean environment. Japan provides unforgettable memories and a chance to experience a culture unlike any other. Visiting Japan in April and May is also a wonderful time as it brings warmer temperatures and clear skies and the scenery is beautiful.
Day 1 - Sunday, April 23, 2028
Arrive at Tokyo Airport. We will be met on arrival by our transfer team and transferred to our hotel. We will have our group Welcome Dinner at a local Tokyo restaurant (included)
Meals Included: Dinner
Accommodation: Shibuya Excel Hotel Tokyu, Tokyo, 4*
Day 2 - Monday, April 24, 2028
After our group breakfast, we have a guided sightseeing tour of Tokyo. This includes all entrance fees and lunch. We return for our group evening meal (payable locally).
Today’s highlights:
Our tour of Tokyo offers a multifaceted experience. From its rich cultural heritage, showcased in iconic landmarks like the historic Senso-ji Temple and the majestic Imperial Palace, to its cutting-edge technological innovations exemplified in districts like Akihabara and Odaiba, Tokyo presents a captivating blend of tradition and modernity. With its welcoming locals and vibrant street life our tour will ensure that every moment is filled with excitement and discovery. Tokyo promises an unforgettable journey that will leave a lasting impression.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Accommodation: Shibuya Excel Hotel Tokyu, Tokyo, 4*
Day 3 - Tuesday, April 25, 2028
After our group breakfast, we will be transferred to the Rail station for our High Speed Train to Nagano. This afternoon we visit the Snow Monkeys. We then check into our Ryokan, a traditional Japanese inn where we will have our group dinner (included). The hotel boasts one of the highest amounts of hot spring water and quality. Here you will experience a traditional hot spring bath.
Today’s highlights:
Yudanaka is a lovely onsen resort town located deep in the northern mountains of the Japan Alps. Famous for its proliferation of natural hot springs baths. Yudanaka is most famous for its red-faced macaque 'snow' monkeys who have taken to bathing in the hot spring baths during the winter months to keep warm.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Shibu Hotel, Yudanaka Onsen, Yamanochi, 3+*
Day 4 - Wednesday, April 26, 2028
After our group breakfast, we depart Shibu Onsen for Matsumoto.
Here we will visit Matsumoto Castle, one of the grandest castles in Japan. Its five-tiered, six-story main tower, built in the late 16th century, is the oldest surviving castle tower in the nation. It's famously photogenic, with a wide moat, vermillion bridges, and original stonework, backdropped by views of the Northern Alps & Hokusai Museum, a diverse tribute to the renowned Japanese artist Hokusai Katsushika best known for his ukiyo-e woodblock prints, especially the Thirty-Six Views of Mt. Fuji series.
From there, we have a scenic drive to Takayama. Check in to our hotel for our group dinner (payable locally).
Today’s highlights:
Mountains in Japan were recognised as the sacred dwelling places of divine spirits, and the ranges that make up the Japan Alps have a power all their own.
Meals Included: Breakfast & Lunch
Accommodation: Wood Takayama Hotel, Takayama, 4*
Day 5 - Thursday, April 27, 2028
After our group breakfast, we have a morning Walking Tour in Takayama with a local guide. We will visit the morning market, folk hall, and the old streets of this merchant town.
Visit traditional Sake brewery/Sake tasting experience. Lunch at local restaurant.
Today’s highlights:
Takayama is a delightful town in the heart of the Hida mountains, established as a castle town in the 16th century. Famous now for its old town area of narrow streets of Edo-era inns, tea houses, shops, and merchants, the town was known through the ages for the very high quality of its craftsmanship. Many of the Kyoto’s temple builders were Takayama natives, and the beauty of the shrines and temples helped give rise to its nickname of 'Little Kyoto'. Takayama's morning market on the bank of the Miyagawa River is famous and one we’ll visit with its local farm produce, flowers and crafts it’s a truly authentic experience. There are also some great old sake houses that are keeping that local tradition going strong, and just on the outskirts of town, old farmhouses from across the Hida region have been brought together and rebuilt beam by beam on a hillside in the Hida Folk Village. A stay in Takayama is a chance to get a taste of how things might have been before.
Meals Included: Breakfast & Lunch
Accommodation: Wood Takayama Hotel, Takayama, 4*
Day 6 - Friday, April 28, 2028
Flexible exploration with guide assistance.
Explore Sanmachi Suji historic district.
Lunch arrangement included.
Meals Included: Breakfast & Lunch
Accommodation: Wood Takayama Hotel, Takayama, 4*
Day 7 - Saturday, April 29, 2028
After our group breakfast, we have one of the most loved day trips. First, we will stop off at a washi paper-making factory where this delicate kind of paper is famous in Japan. We will make our own and take home! Before lunch (included), experiment with making your very own soba noodles taught by a professional noodle maker. Don't worry, if yours are not nice, the teacher will give you hers! Eat your noodles for lunch. In the afternoon you will visit an old gassho Zukkuri farmhouse, aged over 400 years old. A truly unique experience only found in this exquisite part of the Japan. We return to the hotel for our group evening meal (payable locally).
Meals Included: Breakfast & Lunch
Accommodation: The Square Hotel Kanazawa, Kanazawa, 3+*
Day 8 - Sunday, April 30, 2028
After our group breakfast, we have a morning sightseeing tour of Kanazawa where we visit Kenrokuen Garden & Higashi Chaya District and experience an Authentic Tea Ceremony. In the afternoon we take the Express Train to Kyoto (2.5 hrs) From Kanazawa arriving at our hotel for our group dinner (payable locally)
Today’s highlights:
Kanazawa is a lovely small city close to Japan’s sea coast. Until the turn of the century, it was the 4th biggest city in Japan. However, its wealth was built on rice production and traditional crafts such as weaving and gold leaf and with the full scale industrialisation of the country Kanazawa was somewhat left behind. Today the city is flourishing again and still maintains a lot of its old charms. There are several small geisha districts and one where we go to an old tea house and see where the clients were entertained and take tea (sadly no longer served by geisha!). There are also samurai houses, a ninja temple and the city's most famous sight, the beautiful Kenrokuen garden rated as one of the three best stroll gardens in the whole of Japan.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Accommodation: Daiwa Roynet Hotel Kyoto Terrace Hachijo Premier Hotel, Kyoto, 4*
Day 9 - Monday, May 1, 2028
After our group breakfast, we have a guided sightseeing tour of Kyoto City including entrance fees and lunch. Visit Fushimi Inari Taisha & Kinkaku-ji. During our tour we will have a Geisha Meet & Greet at a Traditional Tea House. Here you will meet a real Geisha, up close and personal, at a local machiya (tea house) in Gion district. This rare opportunity only comes about by 'who you know' in Kyoto. Kyoto is home to most Geisha, particularly the white-faced apprentice known as Maiko. Your tea ceremony will be performed by a trainee Geisha (Maiko) who will interact with you and answer the many questions you might have. Mama-san, the owner of this tea house, speaks a little English so you can enjoy speaking with her too. This is a truly unique experience for your time in Kyoto. Lunch is included. We return for our group evening meal (payable locally).
Today’s highlights:
Brimming with tradition, Kyoto is the ultimate destination to soak up time-honoured Japanese culture. Home to 17 UNESCO World Heritage sites, over 1,600 Buddhist temples, and 400 Shinto shrines, this ancient city showcases the heart and soul of traditional Japan. Time-honoured teahouses nestling among modern businesses and the geisha of legend sweeping down backstreets make today truly unforgettable.
Meals Included: Breakfast & Lunch
Accommodation: Daiwa Roynet Hotel Kyoto Terrace Hachijo Premier Hotel, Kyoto, 4*
Day 10 - Tuesday, May 2, 2028
After our group breakfast we take the Bullet train to Hiroshima (2.5 hrs).
Here we have a Hiroshima & Miyajima Sightseeing tour.
Visit Itsukushima Shrine. Visit Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park.
Today’s highlights:
Miyajima Island, located just off the coast of Hiroshima, is one of Japan's most loved places with a charming rural atmosphere to match the beautiful surroundings. The island is perhaps best known for the red torii gate of Itsukushima Shrine which appears to be floating in the sea. In the evening this gate and the shrine behind it (as well as other traditional buildings in the area) are floodlit and the atmosphere is magical. A cable car takes you to fantastic views across the Inland Sea from Mount Misen, the highest point of the island. There are many pleasant walks on Miyajima among the temples and along the bustling shopping street in the island's small village. You may also see some of the island's native fauna; the sacred deer are easy to spot as they roam freely, but you'll have to work a little harder to spot any of the resident monkey population; keep your eyes peeled!
Meals Included: Breakfast & Lunch
Accommodation: The Knot Hotel, Hiroshima, 4*
Day 11 - Wednesday, May 3, 2028
After our group breakfast, we take the Bullet train to Odawara (4.5 hrs). Lunch en route.
Transfer to Kawaguchiko / Mt. Fuji area.
Lake Kawaguchiko is a popular resort town and lake at the base of Mount Fuji in Yamanashi Prefecture. Located about 2 hours from Tokyo, it is the most famous and accessible of the Fuji Five Lakes, offering hot springs, museums, boat cruises, and iconic views of Mount Fuji.
Meals Included: Breakfast & Lunch
Accommodation: Fujiya Hotel, Hakone, 5*
Day 12 - Thursday, May 4, 2028
After our group breakfast, explore Lake Kawaguchi & visit best Mt. Fuji viewing points (weather permitting).
Transfer to Kawaguchiko / Mt. Fuji area.
Lake Kawaguchiko, a hot spring resort town with various tourist attractions and views of Mount Fuji is located around the lake's eastern end, while the northern and western shores are mostly undeveloped. The best views of Mount Fuji can be enjoyed from the lake's northern shores and are particularly breathtaking during the cherry blossom season around mid April and the autumn colors around the first half of November.
Be warned that even though Kawaguchiko is located right at the base of Mount Fuji, the mountain is not always visible because of clouds. Visibility tends to be best in the early mornings (usually before 9am) and in the late afternoons, while clouds often obstruct the view during daytime even on days with fair weather, and especially during the hazy summer.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Fujiya Hotel, Hakone, 5*
Day 13 - Friday, May 5, 2028
After our group breakfast, we have a morning Sightseeing tour in Hakone visiting the Hakone Open Air Museum with a Cruise on Lake Ashi and a visit to Owakudani.
We then continue to Tokyo, arriving early evening for free time and group dinner (payable locally)
Today’s Highlights:
Hakone is a beautiful national park area around 50 miles west of Tokyo and just to the south of Mt Fuji, Japan's most sacred peak. The area consists of a handful of small villages and hamlets all connected by a variety of local transport, including buses, cable cars and a mountain railway that winds itself through the region's hills and valleys. From our boat ride on Lake Ashi we have one of the best chances of getting a view of Mt. Fuji. However, be sure to have your camera at the ready; Fuji is notoriously shy and you do not want to miss that precious photo opportunity!
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Shibuya Excel Hotel Tokyu, Tokyo, 4*
Day 14 - Saturday, May 6, 2028
After our group breakfast, we have a free day in Tokyo for some last minute shopping and browsing. Lunch arrangements included. We have our farewell Dinner in a local restaurant (included).
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Shibuya Excel Hotel Tokyu, Tokyo, 4*
Day 15 - Sunday, May 7, 2028
After our group breakfast, it’s time to say our fond farewells. We are transferred back to Tokyo airport for our flights home.
Meals Included: Breakfast
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• Sightseeing tour of Tokyo
• Visit Meiji Shrine
• Explore Harajuku & Omotesando area
• Experience the iconic Shibuya Scramble Crossing
• Visit Asakusa & Senso-ji Temple
• Visit Tokyo Skytree Tower
• Visit Jigokudani Monkey Park
• Visit Matsumoto Castle
• Visit Kusama Yayoi museum (Matsumoto)
• Scenic transfer to Takayama
• Guided walking tour of Takayama Old Town
• Visit traditional sake brewery/Sake tasting experience
• Explore Sanmachi Suji historic district
• Visit the local market in Takayama
• Washi paper making, or Udon/noodle-making workshop
• Visit Kenrokuen Garden
• Explore Higashi Chaya District
• Tea ceremony experience near Kenrokuen
• Visit Fushimi Inari Taisha
• Visit Kinkaku-ji
• Geiko & Maiko cultural experience in Gion
• Visit Itsukushima Shrine
• Visit Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park
• Explore Lake Kawaguchi
• Visit best Mt. Fuji viewing points (weather permitting)
• Hakone Ropeway
• Visit toOwakudani
• Hakone Museum of Art
• Lesbian group hosts throughout your stay
• All entrance fees and tours listed in our itinerary
• 14 nights bed & breakfast accommodation
• Lunch & Dinner where stated in our itinerary
• Private guides throughout
• Bullet Train ticket (where stated)
• High Speed Train (where stated)
• Private transportation throughout
• Private airport transfers
• Flights to/from Tokyo
• Meals (other than those mentioned in the itinerary)
• Drinks unless stated
• Early check-in or late check-out
• Visa - as per country requirements
• Tips
• Personal Insurance
• Optional excursions and activities
Shibuya Excel Hotel Tokyu, Tokyo, 4*
Directly connected to Shibuya Train Station, Shibuya Excel Hotel Tokyu offers easy transportation links, 2 high-floor restaurants and comfortable rooms with free Wi-Fi access and a satellite flat-screen TV.
Overlooking Shibuya Scramble intersection, the hotel is just a 3-minute walk to the famous Shibuya 109 Building. The Harajuku area and Yoyogi Park are a 15-minute walk away. Shibuya Station’s 6 train lines and 3 subway lines offer convenient transport
Rooms at Hotel Shibuya Excel feature a calm, sophisticated decor. Each is fitted with a satellite TV, minibar and en suite bathroom with hairdryer. Guests can sip a fresh cup of tea and enjoy city views.
Guests can relax with a massage or sleep in and have an in-room breakfast. The lobby has free Wi-Fi. Shunsai Japanese Restaurant and French Restaurant A Bientot offer fine dining with panoramic 25th-floor views of Tokyo. The spacious and bright Estacion Cafe serves coffee and cake.
Shibu Hotel, Yudanaka Onsen, Yamanochi, 3+*
Offering a free-use reservable hot-spring bath, shared indoor and outdoor hot-spring baths, and traditional multi-course dinners with Shinshu beef, Shibu Hotel is 8 minutes from Yudanaka Train Station on the free shuttle. The traditional rooms have Japanese-style futon bedding on a tatami (woven-straw) floor.
Yukata robes, green tea and floor-cushion seating allow you to experience Japan’s unique culture. More universal facilities include air conditioning, a mini-fridge and a TV. Each room has a private toilet, and guests bathe at the hot-spring baths.
Snow Monkey Park is a 25-minute trip (10-minute drive + 15-minute walk) from the hotel, and the Nakayama Shinpei Memorial Museum is a 20-minute drive. Zenkoji Temple is a 1-hour drive. On-site parking is free. When not luxuriating in the hot-spring baths, you can check out the gift shop. Free Wi-Fi is provided at the lobby.
The set-menu Japanese breakfast and dinner are served at the dining room.
Wood Takayama Hotel, Takayama, 4*
Conveniently situated in the centre of Takayama, Wood Takayama Hotel provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and private parking. Featuring a bar, the hotel is close to several noted attractions, around less than 1 km from Takayama Station, a 3-minute walk from Fuji Folk Museum and 600 metres from Yoshijima Heritage House. The property is allergy-free and is located 2.9 km from Hida Minzoku Mura Folk Village.
At the hotel, every room is fitted with a desk. Each room comes with a private bathroom with a bidet, free toiletries and a hairdryer. At Hotel Wood Takayama the rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels.
Guests at the accommodation can enjoy an Asian or a vegetarian breakfast. Speaking English and Japanese at the reception, staff are willing to help at any time of the day.
The Square Hotel Kanazawa, Kanazawa, 3+*
Situated in Kanazawa and with Kanazawa Castle reachable within 1.1 km, The Square Hotel Kanazawa features free bikes, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a restaurant. The property is close to several well-known attractions, 600 metres from Oyama Shrine, less than 1 km from Kanazawa Phonograph Museum and a 10-minute walk from Izumi Kyoka Museum. The hotel has a sauna and a 24-hour front desk.
The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a kettle, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bidet.
Popular points of interest near The Square hotel Kanazawa include Kenrokuen Garden, Kanazawa Station and Ozaki Shrine. The nearest airport is Komatsu Airport, 32 km from the accommodation.
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Kyoto Terrace Hachijo Premier Hotel, Kyoto, 4*
Rooms feature air-conditioning, private bathrooms with bidets, baths, and free toiletries. Each room includes a work desk, TV, soundproofing, and carpeted floors.
Guests can enjoy a buffet breakfast and dine at the on-site restaurant offering Japanese and European cuisines. The hotel also provides a fitness centre and free WiFi.
Located in Kyoto city centre, the hotel is less than 1 km from Kyoto Station and near attractions such as Sanjusangen-do Temple (1.5 km) and TKP Garden City Kyoto (8-minute walk).
The hotel offers a 24-hour front desk, daily housekeeping, full-day security, luggage storage, and paid on-site private parking.
The Knot Hotel, Hiroshima, 4*
The Knot Hiroshima in Hiroshima offers air-conditioned rooms with private bathrooms, city views, and modern amenities. Each room includes a work desk, TV, and free WiFi.
Guests can enjoy a friendly restaurant serving Italian, Spanish, and pizza cuisines. The restaurant offers lunch, dinner, and cocktails in a traditional and romantic ambience.
The hotel features a sun terrace, bar, and outdoor seating area. Additional amenities include a coffee shop, 24-hour front desk, and paid on-site private parking.
Located less than 1 km from the Atomic Bomb Dome and a 7-minute walk to Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park. Nearby attractions include Myoei-ji Temple and Hiroshima Station.
Fujiya Hotel, Hakone, 5*
Opened in 1878, The Fujiya Hotel features Meiji Era architecture set in Hakone’s natural beauty. Just 500 metres from Miyanoshita Station, it offers indoor and outdoor pools, a spa and a restaurant in a converted Imperial Villa called Kikka-so Inn. Rooms feature bathtubs with natural hot-spring water.
Rooms are divided between 5 different buildings constructed between 1891 and 1960, providing a variety of styles and decors. All rooms are non-smoking, and come with air conditioning and a private bathroom.
Public hot-spring baths are on site, and guests can enjoy the hotel’s garden and greenhouse. The hotel has its own shops and museum. Massage services are also offered. The hotel's indoor pool uses natural hot-spring water.
Main Dining Room "The Fujiya" serves French cuisine in an elegant space. Restaurant Cascade offers Western dishes, while Kikka-so serves traditional Japanese kaiseki dinners. A bar, lounge and bakery are available.
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