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EasyFor people looking to exercise their minds more than their bodies. There’s minimal walking and not too many stairs.
ModerateThese programs get you on your feet and include activities such as walking up to a mile in a day through a city and standing in a museum for a few hours.
ActiveFor people who enjoy walking as much as two miles a day, perhaps to explore historic neighborhoods or a nature trail.
Moderately ChallengingFor hardy explorers who enjoy a good physical challenge, spending most of their days on the go.
ChallengingGet ready to keep up with our highest-energy group. These demanding — and rewarding — programs are for seasoned outdoor enthusiasts.

Program Details > Meals & Lodging

Meals: 35 total, 14 breakfasts, 11 lunches, 10 dinner

 The following meal choices available when requested in advance: Vegetarian.

 If you have dietary restrictions due to medical requirements, please call (800) 454-5768, to see if we can accommodate your needs.

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Hotel Gracery Ginza: Tokyo, 4 nights
Type: Hotel

 Description: Located in the heart of the fashionable Ginza district, the Hotel Gracery Ginza is a superb base from which to explore central Tokyo.

Contact info:
7-10-1 Ginza, Chuo-ku
Tokyo, Japan 104-0061
104-0061, Japan
phone: +81 -3-6686-1000.
Room amenities: Cable/satellite television channels, Pay movies, Air conditioning, Phone, Refrigerator, Wake-up calls, Bidet, Slippers, Complimentary toiletries,Hair dryer, Alarm clock, Desk, Trouser press, LCD television, Wired high-speed Internet access (complimentary)

Facility amenities: 24-hour front desk, air-conditioned public areas, cell phone/mobile rental, currency exchange, wireless internet access in the lobby, massage - spa treatment room, restaurant in hotel, safe-deposit box at front desk.

Smoking policy: Yes
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Elevator: Yes

Additional nights before: Enquire with Program Provider
Enquire with Program Provider

Check in time: 2:00 PM
Hotel Kagetsu: Matsumoto, 2 nights
Type: Three-Star Hotel

 Description: A historically significant building dating back more than 100 years to the Meiji Era, the Hotel Kagetsu is also conveniently located for access to Matsumoto Castle, one of only four castles in Japan to be designated national treasures. For a truly local experience, take advantage of the Japanese-style public baths, filled with “Fukashi” water from the Japan Alps.

Contact info:
Ote 4-8-9
Matsumoto, Japan
phone: +81 263 32 0114
web: hotel-kagetsu.jp/englishtop.html

Room amenities: Rooms are furnished in the Meiji style, using Matsumoto folk craft furniture and have air-conditioning, data port for High-Speed Internet access, cable / satellite television, direct-dial telephone, alarm clock, radio, tea making facility, iron (on request), in-room safe, bathrobe, slippers, private bathroom with bathtub and shower, hairdryer.

Facility amenities: Restaurant, coffee shop, Internet access, concierge desk, laundry service, large Japanese-style public baths, coin laundry (until 9pm), computer in lobby for guest use.

Smoking policy: Yes
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.
Takayama Ouan: Takayama, 1 nights
Type: Other

 Description: The traditional Japanese experience begins as you remove your shoes to move beyond the lobby area of this modern, stylish Japanese hotel that combines tradition with Western conveniences. The rooftop hot spring baths with views over the city and beyond is a must-do.

Contact info:
4-126 Hanasato
Takayama, Japan
phone: +81 264 22 2015
web: www.japanican.com/hotels/facility.aspx?st=5475041#shisetsumenu

Room amenities: Western- and Japanese-style rooms with air conditioning, direct-dial telephone, high-speed LAN Internet access, tea set, refrigerator, hair dryer, complimentary toiletries, dressing gown, private bathroom with shower.

Facility amenities: Restaurant, roof-top hot spring paths (male and female), sauna, concierge services, computers available for use, vending machines, coin laundry.

Smoking policy: Yes
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Bathroom: Private bathroom with shower in room. Roof-top hot spring baths (male and female) for general use.

Elevator: Yes
Kanazawa New Grand Hotel: Kanazawa, 3 nights
Type: Four-Star Hotel

 Description: The Kanazawa New Grand Hotel is a centrally-located, modern, Western-style hotel within easy walking distance to the main areas of Kanazawa.

Contact info:
1-50 Takaoka Machi
Ishikawa-Ken
Kanazawa, Japan
phone: +81 076 233 1311
web: www.new-grand.co.jp/

Room amenities: Western-style rooms with air-conditioning, LAN Internet access, cable / satellite television, direct-dial telephone, alarm clock, radio, Japanese tea making facility, in-room safe, bathrobe, slippers, private bathroom with bathtub and shower, hairdryer.

Facility amenities: Restaurant, cafe, bar, coffee shop, room service, concierge desk, business services, gift shop and laundry service.

Smoking policy: Yes
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Elevator: Yes
Hotel Gimmond: Kyoto, 4 nights
Type: Hotel

 Description: A truly excellently located 3-star hotel in central Kyoto. Within easy walking distance of two main subway stations, the Gimmond is an ideal base from which to explore this fascinating city. Choice of Japanese or Western-style breakfast.

Contact info:
Takakura-Oike-dori
Nakagyo-ku
Kyoto, 604-8105 Japan
phone: +81 -75-221-4111
web: www.gimmond.co.jp/kyoto/english/e_index.html

Room amenities: Refrigerator, Remote control, Color TV, Alarm clock, Hanging closet, Night wear 'Yukata', Hair dryer Towels, Shampoo, Toothbrush, In-room japanese tea set, High Speed Internet (LAN Cable) 　 　

Facility amenities: 24 Hour Front Desk, Safe deposit box at reception, Once daily maid service, Laundry service, Xeroxcopy, fax service, Coin operated Internet at Lobby, Free WiFi Access at Lobby, Italian Restaurant, Japanese Restaurant.

Smoking policy: No
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Elevator: Yes

Additional nights after: Contact Program Provider
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The prices listed for commercial services and facilities that are not included in the program cost, such as airport shuttles or extra nights lodging, are subject to change without notice. Since Road Scholar cannot guarantee the accuracy of these prices, we strongly suggest contacting the companies directly for the most up-to-date information.
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•35 meals: 14 breakfasts, 11 lunches, 10 dinners
•5 Expert-led lectures
•21 Field trips
•4 Hands-on experiences
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