The cost of the tour will include:

• 10 nights accommodation from May 21st through May 31st

• 7 nights in a well-appointed western-style hotel, single occupancy or elective double

• 3 nights in a family-run, Japanese-style inn (shared occupancy in a tatami-mat rooms is part of  the  cultural experience of traditional Japan)

• Breakfast every day, lunch on days with scheduled activities, and dinners on three nights (instead of over-scheduling meals, our tour will provide for days with free choice of restaurants as well as  honoring one’s appetite and desire to share meals or have more down-time)

• Admission to temples, gardens, performances, or classes listed on the itinerary

• Transportation to/from scheduled sights, activities, and meals

• Once-daily yoga practice with Carrie, offered at a level appropriate for all levels

 
     The cost of the tour will not include:

• Air fare or transportation to/from airports (your respective US airport and one of two airports in Osaka)

• Additional meals to those provided per itinerary, snacks, or alcohol (countless restaurants and plenty of low-cost groceries can be found)

• Elective admission to additional temples, gardens, and other venues/events not specified on the  itinerary

• Elective activities and shopping; transportation to/from elective activities

Although Kyoto could be an overwhelming experience of what to do if one did not know how to navigate there, Carrie has striven to offer a rich, yet balanced, itinerary and a lovely, while cost-effective, tour. Some of the most fulfilling experiences may include meandering through temples along the Philosopher’s Path, gazing mesmerized at incomparably elegant, masterfully designed Kyoto gardens, appreciating the ancient ambience and nuanced architecture of preserved Buddhist and Shinto structures, observing the simple dedication of shrines whether in  high-profile areas or hidden pockets of  neighborhoods… Of course, there’s the culinary experience of Japan, traditional arts, museums, modern marvels, shopping, and so much more. 

                  *Total investment for tour (minus excluded expenses): $3000
 

A $500 deposit by check or money order will secure your place on the tour and is fully refundable until January 15th, 2012. The balance is due by February 4th, 2012. Payments beyond the deposit may be made in segments or by credit card as long as the balance is paid in full by February 4th.

It is strongly recommended that you purchase traveler’s insurance, as a full refund will not be possible after January 15th, 2012. Refund schedule on full payment: 100% by January 15th, 2012; 75% by February 4th, 2012; 50% by March 4th, 2012; 25% by April 1st, 2012 and 0% after April 1st. If you cancel and the tour fills up after your cancellation, you will receive a full refund minus $250 in administrative costs. Please do not purchase plane tickets until the tour is confirmed. There will be a 100% refund if Carrie cancels the tour.