Physical Requirements

Level of Difficulty

Easy Moderate Challenging
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Difficulty
  • Easy to Moderate
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Trip Pace

  • Visit four locations over 10 days

  • Two bullet train segments

  • Some early mornings are scheduled to visit markets and temples before the crowds

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Walking & Terrain
  • Travelers must be able to walk 2 miles unassisted and should expect to walk a total of 2-4 miles per day

  • Walks range from 1-3 miles each; travelers should expect 2-3 hours of physical activity on most days

  • Most walks are at a leisurely pace with frequent breaks for narration

  • Terrain includes dirt and stone paths, sometimes on uneven ground, and urban walkways that may be busy with local traffic

  • For walks longer than 2 miles, shorter alternatives may be available and all walks are optional

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Transportation & Vehicles
  • Travel by private coach, high-speed bullet train (Shinkansen), and water taxi

  • Vehicle seats may feel small to some travelers, as they are designed to local size standards

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Accessibility
  • Not appropriate for travelers using wheelchairs or walkers

  • Travelers must be fully mobile with good balance and be physically independent

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Weather
  • Daytime ranges (spring | May–June): ~59–82°F

  • Overnight ranges (spring | May–June): ~46–72°F

  • Daytime ranges (fall | Sept–Nov): ~39–88°F

  • Overnight ranges (fall | Sept–Nov): ~32–73°F

  • The Tateyama Foothills are often 5-10 degrees cooler than lower elevations. Guests should pack layers to prepare for the day spent here

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Elevation
  • Highest elevation reached is approximately 9,800 ft in the Tateyama Mountains. We will spend approximately 3 hours at this elevation

  • The majority of this journey takes place at approximately 100 ft above sea level

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