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Overview
Book online and enjoy exclusive savings on G Adventures 10 Day Active Japan: Kyoto & Okinawa Island Hopping. It’s easy to forget that Japan stretches over 2,000 miles, and there’s way more to explore beyond the typical tourist spots. This 10-day island-hopping adventure kicks off in Kyoto before heading southwest to the paradise of Ishigaki Island. After soaking in the history and charm of Kyoto, make your way to Okinawa for thrilling day hikes, sea kayaking, and cycling through Yambaru National Park, Taketomi, and Iriomote Islands. Recharge with Okinawa’s famous lifestyle and delicious cuisine...read more — known for helping locals live some of the longest, healthiest lives on the planet. Get ready to explore Japan in a whole new way.
Itinerary
Arrive at any time. Join your CEO for a welcome briefing and an optional dinner in Kyoto. Stay: Hearton Hotel Kyoto
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. Stay: Hearton Hotel Kyoto (B)
Spend the afternoon at leisure in Kyoto. Stay: Hearton Hotel Kyoto (B)
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. Stay: Ada Garden Hotel (B/D)
Begin today's explorations at the Okinawa Rail Observation deck. Shaped like a giant 12 meter tall Okinawa rail, this observation deck gives visitors expansive views over Usa Beach and Cape Hedo. Then embark on a guided walk through part of Yambaru Forest, spotting native flora and fauna. 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. Stay: Ada Garden Hotel (B/L/D)
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 the famous Ishigaki beef. Stay: Hotel Abianpana Ishigaki (B/D)
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. Stay: Hotel Abianpana Ishigaki (B)
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. Stay: Hotel Abianpana Ishigaki (B)
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. Then hit the land and choose to hike to the top of Okinawa's tallest waterfall. After an epic day exploring the island, choose to join your CEO and fellow travelers for a farewell dinner back in Ishigaki. Stay: Hotel Abianpana Ishigaki (B)
Depart at any time. (B)
Trip Inclusions
- Trek through Kyoto on the Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine hike.
- Kayak to white sand islands off the coast of Yanbaru National Park.
- Ride on a traditional Sabani boat through the crystal blue water of Okinawa.
- Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
- Kurama to Kibune trek & shrine visits
- Fushimi Inari Taisha hike
- Okinawa Rail Observation & Ibe-dake Forest Trail Trek
- Yasuda Sea Kayaking excursion
- Traditional Sabani Boat tour
- Taketomi island cycling excursion
- Mangrove kayak and hike on Iriomote Island
- Internal flights
- All transportation to/from included activities
- Hotel (9nts)
- Twinshare hotel
- CEO (Chief Experience Officer) and local guides throughout
- 9 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 3 dinners
- Plane, local train, walking, private vehicle, gondola, public bus, bicycle, local metro
- Accommodation, itinerary and inclusions subject to change.
- Price is for land, cruise and internal flights as specified. Flights not specified are not included
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