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Japan Travel Planning Services
You’re No Stranger to Traveling
You’ve done your fair share of traveling and you appreciate your independence. You want a trip that flows smoothly at a pace you can enjoy. See the places you want to see for the length of time you want to see them.
You also know that crafting a perfect, personalized trip like this takes a great deal of time to research and plan. It’s easy to plan too much, underestimate travel time and choose an inconveniently located hotel.
Let us help you plan an unforgettable trip to Japan. With our 20+ years of experience and first-hand knowledge of Japan travel planning, you’ll get excellent recommendations and expert advice for every aspect of your trip.
Don’t just see Japan, experience it
Spend quality time admiring the details of Toshogu Shrine in Nikko. See the lights and hear the sounds of the bustling shopping districts in Tokyo. Breathe deeply and enjoy the views as you hike the 400 year old Nakasendo Trail between preserved Edo period post towns.
We know where to go, what to see, when to see it and how to get there. We know how to save you time using Japan’s ultra efficient transportation network. We know how to find the right hotels in the best locations. We know because this is what we do.
We understand independent travelers like you, because it’s how we travel too. Our goal is to help you be in the right place at the right time so you can have the best Japan experience and come home with amazing stories.
Packages
Solutions that fit your travel needs. Tap into our expertise for the trip of a lifetime.
| Silver | Gold | Diamond | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Email Consulting | 7 Days | 30 Days | Unlimited | |
| Advice | Hotels | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Restaurants | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Activities | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Points of Interest | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Transportation | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Resources | Predeparture Guide | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Keywords & Phrases | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Etiquette Guide | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Food Guide | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Phone Consultation | ✔ | ✔ | ||
| Phone Consultation Summary | ✔ | ✔ | ||
| Personalized Transportation Schedule | ✔ | |||
| Restaurant Reservations | ✔ | |||
| Written Itinerary (PDF) | ✔ | |||
| $297 | $497 | $197/day | ||
Consulting & Planning Packages
We have a variety of solutions to fit your travel needs. Tap into our expertise for an unforgettable trip of a lifetime.
- Silver
- 7 days* of email travel coaching and planning assistance
- Advice – Hotels, Restaurants, Activities, Points of Interest & Transportation
- PDFs – Japan Guide, Japanese Keywords & Phrases, Japanese Etiquette Guide & Food e-Book
- 50 Minute Video/Phone Consultation
- Consultation PDF Summary
- Train Times / Logistics Planning
- Restaurant Reservations
- Written Itinerary (PDF)
- Gold
- 30 days* of email travel coaching and planning assistance
- Advice – Hotels, Restaurants, Activities, Points of Interest & Transportation
- PDFs – Japan Guide, Japanese Keywords & Phrases, Japanese Etiquette Guide & Food e-Book
- 50 Minute Video/Phone Consultation
- Consultation PDF Summary
- Train Times / Logistics Planning
- Restaurant Reservations
- Written Itinerary (PDF)
- Diamond
- Unlimitted* email travel coaching and planning assistance
- Advice – Hotels, Restaurants, Activities, Points of Interest & Transportation
- PDFs – Japan Guide, Japanese Keywords & Phrases, Japanese Etiquette Guide & Food e-Book
- 50 Minute Video/Phone Consultation
- Consultation PDF Summary
- Train Times / Logistics Planning
- Restaurant Reservations
- Written Itinerary (PDF)
Silver
Email Travel Consulting
This is a great option for travelers that enjoy planning their own travel, and find they have questions about traveling in Japan. Planning a great trip to Japan can be overwhelming, even for the most experienced of travelers.
We will answer your questions and address any concerns you may have via email for 7 days and give recommendations based on your preferences.
- Travel consulting with Japan experts, Becki Benedict or Shawn Weldon
- Detailed questionnaire to learn your preferences
- Japan PDF Resource Pack
- 7 days of email correspondence
Notes:
- This plan is subject to availability.
- Expect about one hour per day of email consulting to answer questions and give advice.
Gold
Phone & Email Travel Consulting
This popular option is perfect for the experienced traveler that wants to plan their own travel, and would like more assistance with their questions about traveling in Japan. With so much to see and do, it’s very easy to get overwhelmed by information overload when researching your trip to Japan.
We will answer your questions and address any concerns you may have via email for 30 days and during your 50 minute phone/video consultation. We will also give recommendations based on your preferences.
- Travel consulting with Japan experts, Becki Benedict or Shawn Weldon
- Detailed questionnaire to learn your preferences
- Japan PDF Resource Pack
- 30 days of email correspondence
- 50 minute consultation via phone or Skype
Notes:
- This plan is subject to availability.
- Expect about one hour per day of email consulting to answer questions and give advice.
- One 50 minute consultation per order.
Diamond
Personalized Itinerary Planning
This option is perfect if you want to leave most of the planning to us. Putting together a memorable trip to Japan takes time – hours of online research. We do all the research and use our knowledge and experience to develop your trip of a lifetime.
We will create and deliver a custom itinerary based on your preferences, and answer any questions or concerns you may have during the process and up to the day you depart for Japan.
- Travel consulting with Japan experts, Becki Benedict or Shawn Weldon
- Detailed questionnaire to learn your preferences
- Japan PDF Resource Pack
- Unlimited email correspondence
- 50 minute consultation via phone or Skype
- Written Itinerary with details of each day – Where to go, what to see, and how to get there (Digital PDF)
- Restaurant Reservations
- Personalized transportation schedules
Notes:
- This plan requires a minimum of two months before departure.
- This plan is subject to availability.
- Itinerary must be a minimum of 5 days.
- Expect about one hour per day of email consulting to answer questions and give advice.
- One 50 minute consultation per order.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far in advance do I need to contact you?
It takes about 1 month to plan a trip, but consulting can be done in as little as 1 week before your trip. Remember that hotels fill up quickly, so it is best to start planning at least 3 months in advance.
Can I make changes to my itinerary?
Yes. We will work on the itinerary until it is exactly what you want.
Why should I hire a travel consultant?
We save you time making preparations for your trip, give expert advice on traveling in Japan, and can create a highly customized plan based on your preferences.
A detailed itinerary takes many hours of research. For every day traveling, plan to spend a full day planning beforehand. For example, a 7-day trip takes around 56 hours of planning (7 days, 8 hours a day).
In addition, nothing can replace first-hand knowledge on where to go, what to see, and how to travel.
