Reviews

Very helpful and informative

This was an enjoyable, informative, interesting and, sometimes, extremely beautiful experience. However, I was denied the spoken commentary, and sometimes important information, unless in transit on the coach; because the 'Whisper' system is not compatible with hearing aids, and I am hearing impaired. Although, I find the total dependence on such systems (given poor signals and inferior sound quality) is a very mixed 'blessing'. Our guide, who, in all other regards was exemplary; intended, I believe, to offer me brief summaries or other assistance, but mostly either forgot or was too busy, which is understandable in the circumstances. Constructively, I would urge a greater awareness of hearing impaired travellers' needs. The only other improvements I might suggest would be a more traditional setting for the tea ceremony experience, and serious consideration regarding the purpose of driving to the 5th Station on Mount Fuji which seemed to be a waste of, always precious, time.

been with them before

Busy tour of many historic and picturesque sights of Honshu. Travelling mainly by bus - but plenty of spare seats so not crowded - which has the advantage of being able to go through and stop in the mountains which wouldn't be so easy with a rail tour. Excellent guide - knowledgeable and entertaining. Hotels were mainly big international tourist branded chains - mostly good with a couple more average. Breakfasts catered for just about every nationality and taste. Food was mainly Japanese - deliberately as varied as they could make it but it helps if you like fish - with the occasional western style meal. Many of the stops had large tourist shops and there were other opportunities for shopping and wandering around on one's own. I recommend adding a day before and/or after the tour and also Tokyo National Museum where we went on our last day. Altogether memorable.

We went to so many of the most iconic, and deservedly so, places in this stunning country. Everything was perfectly arranged and managed day-to-day by our in-country guide, Coco, to give us the very best experience. So many wonderful memories - no downsides anywhere in the whole 18 days.

We thoroughly enjoyed our trip. It was a full on experience that exceeded our expectations. The schedule although busy was varied and interesting ; it gave us a great insight into the tradition, history and culture of Japan. We travelled with a great group of people and mixed well. The guides were informative and shared their personal experiences and perspectives which added to the tour. Being quite a large group, we definitely benefited from there being two guides at all times. The coach transport was comfortable and reliable. The journey on the Shinkansen was a treat. We loved the food and overall we were highly satisfied and pleased with this tour. A holiday to Japan I had long dreamed about ; it didn’t disappoint.

What an amazing, extensive, well organised tour of Japan. Experiencing local cuisine and landmarks and really emerging yourself in the Japanese culture. This tour delivered all my expectations and more. Our travel through the country was impeccable. Coaches were on time and comfortable and riding the bullet trains were a highlight.
Our guide was very friendly , knowledgeable and lead our group in a supportive way. April was a great time to visit Japan. The weather was perfect and the gardens/ blossoms were beautiful.
I would highly recommend this tour with Wendy Wu.

A very full on holiday covering the whole of Japan seeing all that is needed. Perhaps the last 3 days were not worth the long train journeys as there was not much to see in the North for tourists in April. The furthest North should have been Sendai. More time in Tokyo would have better.
The trip was well organised. The hotels were good , although I was expecting to stay in smaller hotels to experience the culture more. The guide was excellent and made us feel safe. He had a good knowledge of the history of Japan.
The group had 28 people which in my opinion was too big. Not all the people were willing to associate with us and we didn't even get to know some of their names. Maximum should have been 18 ,and it would have been better if more people were from the UK like us.
Food for vegetarians was very limited but we didn't starve. Breakfasts were very good with a good choice. Lunches and evening meals were the same meals. Basically, it was what the meat eaters got but the meat and fish taken away. Vegetables, rice and tofu with soy sauce for 3 weeks ! Pizza was given on one day and a French meal on the very first evening.- what a treat !

The tour went beyond my expectations. Our tour guide Mariko was very knowledgeable.
Would definitely return to Japan .

Fantastic tour. The best guide ever in Mariko who was so helpful and knowledgeable. We travelled through almost all of Japan and the organisation was superb. The hotels were mostly great with a couple of exceptions where the rooms were really small for two people. The sights visited were all fascinating and Mariko always knew the answers to all our questions. The meals were all provided with some dinners in restaurants and some in the hotels. The final dinner cruise was wonderful. In April, the weather was much warmer than we expected it to be which should be pointed out to avoid bringing the wrong clothes. The first week was physically very full on and maybe an afternoon or morning of free time would be a good idea. I thought the tour was excellent value for what was provided. Wish I could do it all again in slow motion!

When we booked our forthcoming tour the representative that we spoke to was extremely helpful and very profressional. She spoke clearly without any ambiguity and went out of her way to get us the best deal.

I had Natasha she was friendly patient and not pushy let me speak listened to what I was looking for in Japan tour