Self Guided Japan Travel Itinerary
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Our self guided Japan travel itineraries give you the freedom and confidence to explore Japan YOUR way.

We design each unique itinerary with meticulous care, and every step of the planning process is approached with your personal preferences, travel styles and budget in mind. This allows us to curate a Japan travel itinerary just for YOU, full of the best cities for YOU, the best sites for YOU, the best restaurants for YOU, to ensure that you get to experience the heart and soul of this captivating country and discover YOUR Japan.

We’ve designed itineraries for large groups, small groups, couples and newlyweds, and have first-hand experience traveling Japan as a young family with a baby in tow, and then later in the tow of a toddler. We’ve done snow trips and road trips, we’ve explored the bustling cities and the rolling countryside, we’ve experienced every season and we’ve discovered so many unique and wonderful places that no amount of research was ever going to find us.

We have the experience to ensure that your Junket to Japan is a smooth affair no-matter where you’re headed or who you’re headed there with, whether you're a first-time visitor or a seasoned Japan enthusiast, with a Japan Junket self guided itinerary, we promise every moment will be unforgettable.

WE’RE MORE THAN JUST A TRAVEL AGENT

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IT’S MORE THAN JUST AN ITINERARY

We’ve redefined self guided travel with our immersive, comprehensive and interactive itinerary format.

Our custom Japan travel itineraries provide more than just a static schedule, they’re an interactive journey.
With just a click, you can access directions to your next destination, make restaurant reservations, secure accommodations, or even book tickets for upcoming shows and attractions.

Every detail is laid out with ease of use in mind. The day's agenda is easily viewed as a quick overview, while also expanding to reveal detailed summaries of each destination from historical context to cultural insights and mythological tales, and for offline convenience, a printable version ensures access to all planned activities, even without internet connectivity.

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Step 1: Getting started is simple, just fill out our comprehensive questionnaire with all your travel details, and within the next 24 hours, we’ll put together a proposal, quote and budget breakdown to ensure we’re all on the same page.

Step 2: If you’re happy with the plans we’ve set forward, once you're ready to proceed, you can secure your booking by paying a 50% deposit. As soon as payment is confirmed, you'll gain exclusive access to our extensive library of travel resources, including etiquette guides, insider tips, and practical advice for your upcoming Junket, and over the next 7 days, we’ll create the first draft of your itinerary.

Step 3: Take the time to review your first draft, share any feedback and ask any questions that you may have. Don’t hold back, our goal is to ensure that every aspect of your journey is perfectly tailored to you and your unique Junket.

Step 4: Over the next 7 days we'll secure your hotel reservations, book flights, organize transfers and/or car hire where needed, and make all the necessary changes in line with your feedback. Then add all the finishing touches that make a Japan Junket itinerary, a Japan Junket itinerary.

Step 5: Your itinerary is finished! Give it one last go over, ensuring you’re 100% happy with its contents, and if everything looks good you can begin locking in your travel arrangements. If you’re still not 100% sure, just say the word and we’ll continue to tinker until we get it just right.

Step 6: Now there’s nothing left to do, but to be on your way! Japan awaits.

A STREAMLINED & REMOTE PROCESS

Our entire process, from quote to finished product, is available remotely to ensure convenience and ease of access for everyone wishing to embark on their own Junket to Japan.

OUR SERVICES

We have something to suit every Junket. From completely customized Japan travel itineraries, specialist planning advice and resources for the D.I.Y travel planner, to simple agency booking services.

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THE ‘CUSTOM MADE’ JUNKET

A travel itinerary made for you by the experts.

    • A detailed, day to day, self guided japan itinerary tailored to your personal interests, travel styles and budget in both our interactive online format and a printable version to ensure that you have access to all the information you need at any given time.

    • Our custom Japan itineraries contain everything from short summaries and histories on the sites you’ll be seeing, to travel distances, transit times, navigation links, business operating hours, pricing, tour recommendations, shop recommendations, workshop, restaurant and hotel recommendations, plus direct booking links AND our personal tips and tricks for getting the best out of each destination.

    • Carefully curated documents on everything from the ins and outs of international travel, to Japanese cultural, social and restaurant etiquette, tips and tricks for navigating Japan’s complex, but very convenient transportation networks, and essential information about Japan’s emergency services, and the Japanese yen.

    • Personalized resources and advice catering to your individual needs such as allergy cards or accessibility information, to ensure you’re experiencing the best Japan has to offer. 

    • We can assist you in translating any Japanese only webpages, social media posts, flyers, brochures, and booking or contact forms, to ensure that you have access to any and all of the rich experiences that Japan has to offer, regardless of your ability to speak Japanese.

    • Should you need to make a booking at a venue, or even just ask a question of somewhere you’ll be visiting, that is only contactable via phone or email, we can, at your request, make contact on your behalf to ensure that the interaction is positive, and that there aren’t any miscommunications that may negatively impact your experience.

    • We can, on your request, book all your flights, hotels, transfers and car hire on your behalf.

    • Anything we can’t book on your behalf such as attractions and tours, or anything that we can’t offer you the cheapest price on, will be linked to directly in your itinerary to ensure making those bookings yourself is as quick and easy as possible.

  • Roughly $460AUD per week of travel.

    Expedited Delivery is available if you need your itinerary quicker than the average 14-day turn around, for an additional $100AUD per week of travel.

    Prices can vary depending on the specifics of your travels, this estimate was reached based on the average travel time of 2 weeks.

    Contact us with the details of your travels for a more accurate quote.

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THE ‘DO IT YOURSELF’ JUNKET

    • Send us your itinerary and any questions you have about your upcoming travels, and we’ll offer our professional insight and recommendations to ensure your Junket is a seamless as it can be.

    • Carefully curated documents on everything from the ins and outs of international travel, to Japanese cultural, social and restaurant etiquette, tips and tricks for navigating Japan’s complex, but very convenient transportation networks, and essential information about Japan’s emergency services, and the Japanese yen.

    • Personalized resources and advice catering to your individual needs such as allergy cards or accessibility information, to ensure you’re experiencing the best Japan has to offer. 

    • We can assist you in translating any Japanese only webpages, social media posts, flyers, brochures, and booking or contact forms, to ensure that you have access to any and all of the rich experiences that Japan has to offer, regardless of your ability to speak Japanese.

    • Should you need to make a booking at a venue, or even just ask a question of somewhere you’ll be visiting, that is only contactable via phone or email, we can, at your request, make contact on your behalf to ensure that the interaction is positive, and that there aren’t any miscommunications that may negatively impact your experience.

    • We can book all your flights, hotels, transfers and car hire on your behalf at your request, (if you haven’t done so already)

    • Anything we recommend that we can’t book on your behalf, such as attractions and tours, or anything that we can’t offer the cheapest price for, will be linked to directly to ensure making those bookings yourself is as quick and easy as possible.

  • Roughly $150~$250AUD per week of travel.

    Prices can vary depending on the specifics of your travels, and stage of your DIY itinerary. This estimate was reached based on the average travel time of 2 weeks.

    Contact us with the details of your travels for a more accurate quote.

Specialist advice on your DIY itinerary.

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  • Japan Junkets cruising specialists are CLIA accredited and have an extensive knowledge of the cruise lines and ships that operate in and out of Japan, as well as the experience and cultural insight to ensure that you can make the most of your time at each port destination.

    Our Japan cruise agents also often have access to exclusive deals, discounts, and upgrades that are not available to the general public. When you book your cruise with Japan Junket, you’ll benefit from current promotions that could range from onboard credits and special dining experiences, to complimentary excursions or room upgrades.

  • Carefully curated documents on everything from the ins and outs of international travel, to Japanese cultural, social and restaurant etiquette, tips and tricks for navigating Japan’s complex, but very convenient transportation networks, and essential information about Japan’s emergency services, and the Japanese yen.

  • We can assist you in translating any Japanese only webpages, social media posts, flyers, brochures, and booking or contact forms, to ensure that you have access to any and all of the rich experiences that Japan has to offer, regardless of your ability to speak Japanese.

    Should you need to make a booking at a venue, or even just ask a question of somewhere you’ll be visiting, that is only contactable via phone or email, we can, at your request, make contact on your behalf to ensure that the interaction is positive, and that there aren’t any miscommunications that may negatively impact your experience, guaranteeing you the best that Japan has to offer.

  • Bundle any combination of cruise + accommodation, flights, transfers, & Japan Junket Services and save!

    Save Money - Up to 20% on accommodation when you bundle with a cruise

    Save Time - Planning a cruise involves a lot of moving parts, from selecting the right ship and itinerary to coordinating travel arrangements such as flights, transfers, hotels, and maybe even personalized travel itineraries if you choose to extend your Japan trip past just the cruise. But when you book a cruise bundle with Japan Junket, you can rest assured that everything is taken care of.

  • Free.

THE ‘JAPAN BY SEA’ JUNKET

Japan cruises and exclusive bundles.

STILL NOT SURE IF OUR SERVICES ARE FOR YOU?

Hear how we’ve helped previous Junketers discover THEIR Japan. - Read More

  • "Our trip was nothing short of amazing thanks to Dayna at Japan Junket"

    Trish M.

    ★★★★★

  • "Hands down, the go-to person for an unforgettable Japanese adventure!"

    Katie T.

    ★★★★★

  • "As a first time traveler, I cannot recommend Dayna's help and experience enough."

    Andy W.

    ★★★★★

  • “You won't be disappointed. It really was an unforgettable adventure.”

    Jacob T.

    ★★★★★

  • "Japan was an insane experience, but at the same time I have never been so stress free because of the hard work done by Dayna at Japan Junket!"

    Jordan M.

    ★★★★★

  • "Dayna made our trip to Japan so memorable and stress free! "

    Chloe H.

    ★★★★★

  • "Thanks to Dayna’s well thought out itinerary, my trip to Japan went perfectly!"

    Ellie C.

    ★★★★★

  • "Dayna truly made our trip unforgettable. Her meticulous attention to detail ensured that every aspect of our journey was perfect."

    Megan W

    ★★★★★

  • “I highly recommend this business. We had a unbelievable holiday! So well thought out and catered to all our needs.”

    Michele H.

    ★★★★★

Embark on your Junket to Japan today.

GET A QUOTE

  • We differ slightly from a Travel Agency as you’re not locked into booking your flights and hotels with us. Our service fees go towards the planning of your itinerary, and the booking of the flights and hotels for that itinerary is a completely separate matter. When it comes to making final bookings, we have a couple of options, and you can opt for whichever method will get you the best price, or whichever is most convenient for you. If we can offer you the best price, or you don’t want to make the bookings yourself, we can book your flights and hotels on your behalf just like a traditional travel agency at no extra fee. But if not, we can instead direct you to the places that do have the best prices for you to book yourself. Either way, you avoid paying travel agency booking fees, and you get best prices! Because our priority is ensuring you get the most out of your trip to Japan.

  • We’ve travelled all over Japan, and every time we travel, we further enhance our ability to plan the best Japanese Itineraries for you. Our very first trip to Japan, despite months and months of research and planning, felt rushed. We had no personal experience to pull from to garner how much time to spend in each city, where to stay within those cities to maximize our time spent there, and no concept of how long and far the travel from city to city, or attraction to attraction would realistically be. It resulted in us missing out on some amazing experiences and not doing many of the cities we visited justice. Allowing us to do the planning for you means you’ll benefit from the learnings of our past mistakes, and guarantee you’ll get the most out of you time spent in Japan.

  • Simply fill out the questionnaire and submit your answers to get us all the information we need to get your quote ready and start the process of planning your dream trip to Japan!

FAQ’s

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