top of page
Hot Air Balloons

PLAY

"THE SECRET OF GETTING AHEAD IS GETTING STARTED."

Mark Twain

JOIN OUR ADVENTURES

Mount Fuji? Canadian Rockies? Southwest canyons & red rocks? Or kicking back at a private island in the Bahamas.

Shinkansen bullet train/fuji

7
days

MOUNT FUJI, RICE FIELDS, AND TEMPLES ON THE SHINKANSEN BULLET TRAIN!

Tokyo, Mt Fuji, Hakone, Kyoto, Hiroshima

SCHEDULE:

DAY 1 & 2 — Tokyo Arrival

  • Arrival at Tokyo Station or Haneda/Narita Airport

  • Transfer to hotel near Tokyo Station

  • Evening free to explore Marunouchi or Ginza

  • Optional: Tokyo Skytree or Shibuya Sky

  • Focus: Settle in, adjust, and enjoy the city at your own pace.

 

DAY 3 — Tokyo → Hakone → Kyoto (via Shinkansen)

  • Morning Shinkansen to Odawara

  • Half‑day in Hakone: Lake Ashi, Owakudani, ropeway

  • Afternoon Shinkansen to Kyoto

  • Check‑in at hotel near Kyoto Station

  • Focus: Scenic mountain views, hot‑spring region, and first Shinkansen experience.

 Mt Fuji Hint:

  • Best Viewing Zone is around Shin-Fuji Station and Fuji City

  • Tokyo → Kyoto: Sit on the right side, window seat E

  • Kyoto → Tokyo: Sit on the left side, window seat A

 Fuji appears about 40–45 minutes after leaving Tokyo Station

 You’ll get about 4–5 minutes of clear views if the weather cooperates

 Best Season: Winter and early spring (clear air, snow-capped peak)

​

DAY 4 — Kyoto Full Day

  • Morning visit: Fushimi Inari Shrine

  • Afternoon: Kiyomizu‑dera + Higashiyama district

  • Evening free for Gion or Pontocho

  • Focus: Temples, traditional streets, and cultural immersion.

 

DAY 5 — Kyoto → Hiroshima & Miyajima (via Shinkansen)

  • Morning Shinkansen to Hiroshima

  • Visit Peace Memorial Park & Museum

  • Ferry to Miyajima Island

  • Return to Kyoto by evening

  • Focus: History, island scenery, and smooth long‑distance rail travel.

​

DAY 6 & 7 — Kyoto → Tokyo (via Shinkansen) + Departure

  • Morning Shinkansen back to Tokyo

  • Free time for last‑minute shopping or sightseeing

  • Transfer to airport or onward travel

  • Focus: Final high‑speed ride and flexible departure.

DESCRIPTION:

This curated, fast‑moving itinerary connects Japan’s most iconic regions by high‑speed rail. See Japan’s most popular Shinkansen routes, connecting major cultural and scenic regions with efficient, comfortable rail travel. You will experience Tokyo’s modern energy, Hakone’s mountain landscapes, Kyoto’s temples, and Hiroshima’s historic sites — all without the need for domestic flights or long drives. The schedule is structured but not rushed, with time for personal exploration. Longer excursions are available to include northern Japan.

PRICE INCLUDES:

A 7-day National Japan Rail Pass (ordinary class); ¥50,000 for an adult,(2026) which is approximately $335–$340 USD based on recent rates. The 7-day Green Car (first-class) pass is ¥70,000. These passes offer unlimited travel on most JR trains, including Shinkansen, but require a supplement fee for Nozomi and Mizuho trains. 

Key Details for 7-Day Pass (Adult)

Ordinary (Standard) Class: ¥50,000 (~$335–$343 USD)

Green Car (First Class): ¥70,000 (~$470 USD)

Child Price (6-11 years): ¥25,000 (Ordinary), ¥35,000 (Green).

​

Hotels and meals are extra and based on accommodation type. Contact us for more details.

Banff/ Lake Louise

6
days

SCOUT A ROUTE THROUGH THE CANADIAN ROCKIES

Banff/Jasper, Alberta

SCHEDULE:

This fantastic itinerary provides for a guided or self‑guided six‑day itinerary from June–September and covers key trails and viewpoints in Banff and Jasper National Parks. It includes moderate day hikes, scenic drives, a gondola ride, and a visit to the Banff Upper Hot Springs. Designed for travelers who want structured activity with flexibility.

​​

Day 1 — Arrival in Banff + Lake Minnewanka Trail

  • Arrive in Calgary, Transfer to Banff

  • Check in to Banff hotel

  • Afternoon hike: Lake Minnewanka Lakeside Trail (easy–moderate, 2–3 hours)

  • Evening at leisure in Banff townsite

  • Focus: Acclimatization, light hiking, scenic lakeshore views.


Day 2 — Lake Louise + Plain of Six Glaciers

  • Morning transfer to Lake Louise

  • Hike: Plain of Six Glaciers Trail (moderate, 4–5 hours)

  • Optional stop at the teahouse

  • Return to Banff for dinner

  • Focus: Glacial valleys, alpine scenery, iconic Lake Louise views.


Day 3 — Banff Gondola + Sulphur Mountain + Hot Springs

  • Morning ride on the Banff Gondola

  • Summit boardwalk walk to Sanson’s Peak (easy, 1 hour)

  • Afternoon soak at Banff Upper Hot Springs

  • Evening free time

  • Focus: Panoramic mountain views and relaxation.


Day 4 — Icefields Parkway + Parker Ridge

  • Drive the Icefields Parkway toward Jasper

  • Hike: Parker Ridge Trail (moderate, 2–3 hours)

  • Scenic stops: Bow Lake, Peyto Lake, Athabasca Glacier

  • Continue to Jasper for overnight stay

  • Focus: High alpine ridge views and glacial landscapes.


Day 5 — Maligne Canyon + Valley of the Five Lakes

  • Morning hike: Maligne Canyon (easy–moderate, 2 hours)

  • Afternoon hike: Valley of the Five Lakes loop (moderate, 2–3 hours)

  • Evening in Jasper townsite

  • Focus: Waterfalls, canyon formations, and colorful lakes.


Day 6 — Edith Cavell Meadows + Return to Banff or Calgary

  • Morning hike: Edith Cavell Meadows (moderate–challenging, 3–4 hours)

  • Afternoon return drive to Banff or Calgary

  • Trip concludes

  • Focus: Meadows, glaciers, and one of Jasper’s most recognized landscapes.

DESCRIPTION:

Covering the most accessible and well known hiking areas in Banff and Jasper you will experience lakes, canyons, ridges, and meadows, along with structured time for rest. The gondola and hot springs provide non-hiking activities that balance the schedule. Daily distances are moderate and suitable for travelers with average fitness. â€‹Trip Highlights:

  • Lake Louise

  • Icefields Parkway

  • Edith Cavell Meadows

  • Maligne Canyon

  • Banff Gondola

  • Upper Hot Springs

PRICE INCLUDES:

Pricing varies by season, group size, and lodging level. Below is a sample structure you can adapt at roughly $400.00 USD/PP (2025).

​

  • 5 nights accommodation (Banff 3 nights, Jasper 2 nights)

  • Daily breakfast

  • Banff Gondola admission

  • Banff Upper Hot Springs admission

  • National Park entry fees

  • Round‑trip ground transportation from Calgary

  • All scheduled hikes and transfers

  • Icefields Parkway transportation

  • Professional guide (if guided version)

  •  

Not Included

  • Lunches and dinners

  • Optional activities (canoeing, wildlife tours)

  • Travel insurance

  • Flights to/from Calgary​

verde canyon (1).png

3 days or 9
days

SOUTHWEST ICONS: SEDONA/AZ CANYONS/JEROME, OR PHOENIX TO VEGAS!

Various, Arizona/Nevada

SCHEDULE:

Option A:

  • Day 1: Clarkdale → Verde Canyon Railroad tour → Clarkdale/Cottonwood

  • Day 2: Cottonwood → Sedona

  • Day 3: Sedona → Jerome

​​

Option B:

  • Day 1: Phoenix & Scottsdale

  • Day 2: Montezuma Castle → Sedona

  • Day 3: Sedona 4x4 tour → Verde Canyon Railroad

  • Day 4: Petrified Forest → Holbrook

  • Day 5: Meteor Crater → Canyon de Chelly

  • Day 6: Canyon de Chelly → Grand Canyon

  • Day 7: Grand Canyon National Park

  • Day 8: Grand Canyon → Hoover Dam Museum → Las Vegas

  • Day 9: Las Vegas departure

DESCRIPTION:

Experience the Southwest’s greatest wonders. Discover the hidden stories of the Southwest — ancient dwellings, desert canyons, Navajo culture, and iconic national parks with two options.

 

Option A:

​This 3-day adventure starts with a lovely four-hour journey, which runs from Clarkdale to Perkinsville in Arizona, showcases breathtaking, untouched canyon landscapes: towering red rock formations, the Verde River’s lush greenery, and the diverse wildlife—like bald eagles—that call the canyon home. There’s also a 734-foot tunnel carved out of solid rock, historic bridges, and ancient Native American dwellings along the way. It’s a fascinating blend of nature, history, and a bit of that old-school railroad charm.

 

Overnight in nearby Clarkdale before driving to the stunning red rocks of Sedona: red‑rock hikes, scenic drives, wellness retreats, art galleries, and great food all wrapped in stunning desert scenery. 

​

After a relaxing stay in one of Sedona's upscale hotels, take the short senic drive to historic mountain town of Jerome, a quirky mining town turned artist hub, where you can explore historic buildings, visit local art galleries, and enjoy stunning views of the Verde Valley.  

​​

Option B:

​A culturally rich journey through Arizona’s most meaningful landscapes. Explore ancient cliff dwellings, ride the Verde Canyon Railroad, stand on the edge of Canyon de Chelly with a Navajo guide, and finish with the grandeur of the Grand Canyon before rolling into Las Vegas.

PRICE INCLUDES:

Prices are seasonal. Please contact us for rates and more details.

Coco Cay Water Park Activities

2-3
days

WEEK-END CAY-AWAY WITH ROYAL CARIBBEAN

Bahamas, Caribbean

SCHEDULE:

CocoCay Weekend Cruises

Royal Caribbean highlights short, high‑energy sailings for weekend getaways from the following east coast ports on either Friday or Saturday depending on the specific cruise: 

  • Port Canaveral 

  • Miami 

  • Fort Lauderdale 

​Schedule:

  • Day 1: Depart (usually at 4:00 PM)

  • Day 2: Perfect Day at CocoCay (7:00 AM – 5:00 PM)

  • Day 3: Return to home port (around 6:00 AM)

​

Coco Cay Three-day sailings

Bahamas & Perfect Day at CocoCay 

Departures: Miami • Fort Lauderdale • Port Canaveral_

Schedule:

  • Day 1 (Friday): Depart from Florida 

  • Day 2 (Saturday): Perfect Day at CocoCay — full day on the private island 

  • Day 3 (Sunday): Nassau *or* Grand Bahama Island 

  • Day 4 (Monday): Return to home port 

DESCRIPTION:

These are Royal Caribbean’s signature weekend escapes to their private island —sun‑soaked beaches, massive pools, waterparks, and the exclusive Royal Beach Club. Designed for travelers who want a full vacation without using PTO. Weekend getaways are also offered from Los Angeles to Mexico - contact us for more information.

PRICE INCLUDES:

Cruise accommodations 

  • All meals in complimentary dining venues 

  • Entertainment and shows 

  • Access to beaches and pools at CocoCay 

  • Port taxes and basic onboard activities 

​

Pricing starts at around $239/PP (2025) however last minute sailings can offer even cheaper rates, and pricing varies by ship, season, and cabin category. Prices are subject to change without notice.

bottom of page