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jenb@mel.intrepidtravel.com Camping
in Japan! "xWhoever
said Japan was expensive hasn't been there with us!
" says Jayde Kincaid, Intrepid's Operation Manager
for Japan. Departing on 20th June 2003, and costing
only CA$1650 (land only, excluding JR pass),
Intrepid's newest 14 day exploratory adventure
begins at a traditional guesthouse in Tokyo, the
dynamic modern hub of an ancient land. The trip
then makes its way into the Japanese countryside.
The first campsite is a lovely retreat on Lake
Chuzenji in Nikko National Park, a sacred site
since the middle of the 8th century, and the
perfect place for outdoor activities such as
boating, cycling, fishing and hiking. Travellers on the Japan
Camping adventure will also camp by the stunning
Lake Asino-ko, hopefully before a postcard view of
Mt. Fuji looming in the distance. Here, they can
bathe in the famous outdoor onsens - time to shed
those inhibitions as no swimsuits are allowed!
Another great spot in the depths of Japan's
Northern Alps, is the mountain retreat of
Kamikochi, an area famous for its stunning views
and wonderful walking routes. The Iya Valley on
Shikoku Island is considered to be one of Japan's
'hidden regions', reached via a 1000 meter gorge.
This remote and picturesque valley is an ideal
place to relax and explore Japan's wilderness with
the campsite nestling on the river's edge. Tents
are also the way to go on Miyajima Island near
Hiroshima. The island was once off limits to
commoners and is now home to the famous 'floating'
Torii gate and the grand Itsukushima - jinja
Shrine. The trip concludes at a
local guesthouse in Kyoto, once the Imperial
capital of Japan and one of the most beautiful
cities in the country. Majestic Imperial palaces,
exotic Zen gardens, serene Buddhist temples and
Gion's immaculate geisha girls are interspersed
with the sights and sounds of the modern era. The
Nijo Castle, housing a unique 'nightingale'
security floor that squeaks when you walk upon it,
is an absolute must. For those of you who have
always wanted to visit Japan but never thought you
could afford it, now is your chance! For more
information, visit
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